The slowdown stems from weaker growth in key regions and falling prices. The Permian Basin remains dominant, but it is no longer sufficient to sustain national expansion. Moreover, infrastructure limits and tighter capital discipline weigh on new investments.Meanwhile, older basins, such as the Eagle Ford and Bakken, continue to decline due to lower drilling activity and natural depletion. Offshore gains from Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico remain modest and slow-moving, adding little support.Supply-Demand Im ...