Despite soaring crude prices due to the US-Israeli war with Iran, Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported lower profits in the latest quarter. The conflict has caused significant delays in oil and gas flows, with many barrels stuck in the Persian Gulf and delivery disruptions impacting sales. Even after the Strait of Hormuz reopens, it will take months for supply chains to normalize, continuing to affect these companies' earnings in the near term.
The global aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners market is projected to grow from $5.26 billion in 2026 to $6.81 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 4.4%. Growth is fueled by rising demand in coatings, adhesives, and industrial maintenance, with mine...
Exxon Mobil and Chevron are expected to report second-quarter profits more than triple their first-quarter earnings, driven by rising crude prices and strong refining margins. This surge comes despite President Trump's push to lower gasoline prices a...
ExxonMobil's stock has declined by 13% over the past three months, reflecting volatility in oil prices and valuation concerns. Despite this drop, the stock is approaching oversold levels, suggesting a potential buying opportunity for investors. Stron...
In the first half of 2026, the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) led sector gains with a 33% return despite a June pullback due to AI spending concerns and Fed rate hike fears. The Energy sector (XLE) rose 21%, driven by supply disruptions and...
Exxon Mobil has been upgraded to a Buy rating due to oil inventories in the US and globally hitting multi-decade lows, with the US strategic petroleum reserve now below levels seen during the COVID pandemic. The analyst expects inventory refilling to...
