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Exxon posted a strong $14.5B Q2 profit and record Permian output, with shares up 3.3%. Brent crude rose on Iran's Strait of Hormuz threats, though Exxon's stock trades 31% above GF Value, raising val…
Stocks slip modestly at midday as traders digest earnings and monitor a Strait of Hormuz deadlock. Energy sector, including XOM, in focus amid geopolitical supply concerns.
Article compares ExxonMobil's reliable 43-year dividend growth streak (2.7% yield) to Devon Energy's volatile, oil-price-linked variable dividend after a 33% hike following its Coterra acquisition, f…
Argus raised the target price for Shell plc, signaling strong confidence in the major oil and gas company's future performance. The upgrade, led by Senior Analyst William V. Selesky, reflects a posit…
Valero Energy (VLO) trades at a premium EV/EBITDA versus refining peers Phillips 66 and Par Pacific. Softer WTI crude prices near $75/barrel benefit refiners' margins, while Valero's strong balance s…
Diamondback Energy posted strong Q2 2026 earnings, beating EPS and revenue estimates on higher oil prices and production growth, raising 2026 output guidance. Other energy firms (EXE, NOV, CLB) also …
ConocoPhillips posted Q2 profit more than double last year's on higher oil prices, beating estimates. CEO Ryan Lance retires; CFO Andy O'Brien succeeds him Sept 1. Firm hit $5B asset-sale target earl…
ConocoPhillips reported Q2 net income of $3.9B ($3.23/share), doubling last year's results and beating analyst estimates of $2.88 adjusted EPS, signaling strong energy sector performance.
ConocoPhillips posted a strong Q2 2026 beat with 32.4% revenue growth and EPS above estimates, despite falling oil production. Robust free cash flow margin and cost stability signal resilience, thoug…
Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO Greg Abel has left energy holdings (Chevron, Occidental, Berkshire Hathaway Energy) untouched while reshuffling tech stakes, signaling conviction in energy amid rising AI…
Several major oil stocks are preparing to report earnings this week, with projections suggesting significant EPS growth. Additionally, a small-cap energy stock has experienced a bullish breakout, ind…
Article highlights energy sector's 12.6% six-month gain but flags bearish outlook on three small-cap energy stocks (Murphy Oil, Kodiak Gas Services, Atlas Energy Solutions) due to weak margins, cash …
Chevron posted its highest quarterly profit in six years, beating EPS estimates on strong upstream and refining results, plus early Hess synergy gains. Shares held flat despite the beat, reflecting o…
Exxon Mobil's Q2 earnings missed estimates due to refinery maintenance costs cutting into record crack spreads, despite strong oil prices. Chevron, benefiting from its Hess acquisition and diversifie…
Energy stocks rose premarket as oil prices jumped; Exxon fell after missing Q2 earnings estimates, while Chevron and Phillips 66 gained on strong results and buyback news.
Devon Energy (DVN) shares fell 4.2% despite strong YTD (13.97%) and 1-year returns (29.89%). Analysts see fair value at $62.43-$165.97, suggesting significant undervaluation versus current $43.16 pri…
Oil prices fell as U.S.-Iran tensions eased, pressuring E&P stocks like ConocoPhillips. Analyst expects further price declines if diplomatic progress continues, advising caution on energy exploration…
Occidental Petroleum (OXY) fell 4.14% despite strong monthly gains and upcoming earnings forecasts showing significant EPS growth. Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and weak industry rank suggest tempered near-te…
Trump paused escalation of military action against Iran, easing geopolitical risk. Crude oil prices and oil-related stocks dropped sharply as war-risk premium unwinds.
Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) is poised to outperform the S&P 500 due to ongoing Middle East tensions boosting U.S. oil exports, with Q2 earnings serving as a potential catalyst.