Exxon stock climbs as oil rallies; late U.S. inventory build lands after the bell
Exxon Mobil shares rose 1.2% to $120.53 as crude prices climbed over 2% on renewed supply risks. A delayed U.S. government report showed crude inventories rose by 405,000 barrels last week, defying expectations for a draw. Brent settled at $61.94 and WTI at $58.08. Energy stocks outperformed while major indexes slipped.