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Oil stocks brace for Monday as Bessent hints Venezuela sanctions relief; Chevron, Exxon in focus

Oil stocks brace for Monday as Bessent hints Venezuela sanctions relief; Chevron, Exxon in focus

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said sanctions on Venezuela could be eased as soon as next week to boost oil exports, with proceeds possibly flowing back into the country. Brent crude closed Friday at $63.34 a barrel, WTI at $59.12, amid ongoing tensions in Iran and Ukraine. President Trump signed an order blocking seizure of Venezuelan oil revenue in U.S. accounts. Chevron and Exxon shares rose; ConocoPhillips slipped.
Brent price stock BRNT rises as oil rebounds on U.S. crude draw, Russia sanctions in focus

Brent price stock BRNT rises as oil rebounds on U.S. crude draw, Russia sanctions in focus

WisdomTree Brent Crude Oil (BRNT.L) rose 1% to $46.66 in London, tracking Brent futures up 1.5% at $60.83. U.S. crude inventories fell by 3.8 million barrels, while gasoline and distillate stocks climbed. Analysts cited U.S. policy moves on Russia and oversupply concerns as key factors. Exxon Mobil warned lower crude prices could cut Q4 upstream earnings by up to $1.2 billion.
Oil stocks slide before the open as Exxon flags up to a $1.2 billion hit — what to watch next

Oil stocks slide before the open as Exxon flags up to a $1.2 billion hit — what to watch next

Exxon Mobil dropped 2.1% and ConocoPhillips fell 3.3% in U.S. premarket trading after Exxon warned lower crude prices could cut Q4 upstream earnings by up to $1.2 billion. Brent crude edged up 6 cents to $60.02 a barrel, but analysts warned of a potential 3 million bpd surplus in early 2026. U.S. crude stocks fell 3.8 million barrels, while gasoline and distillate inventories jumped.
Oil price forecast: Brent, WTI slide on Trump Venezuela move as 2026 surplus looms

Oil price forecast: Brent, WTI slide on Trump Venezuela move as 2026 surplus looms

Oil prices fell Wednesday after President Trump said Venezuela would send up to 50 million barrels of sanctioned crude to the U.S., raising oversupply concerns. Brent dropped 0.7% to $60.31 a barrel, WTI fell 1.3% to $56.39. U.S. crude stocks dropped last week, but gasoline and distillate inventories rose sharply, EIA reported. Trump is set to meet oil company executives at the White House on Friday, sources said.
Energy Stocks Outlook 2026: Dec. 25, 2025 News Roundup on Oil Prices, LNG, Natural Gas and Sanctions

Energy Stocks Outlook 2026: Dec. 25, 2025 News Roundup on Oil Prices, LNG, Natural Gas and Sanctions

Brent crude settled near $61–$62 per barrel and WTI at $58, with forecasts pointing to a 2026 oil surplus and weaker prices. The U.S. EIA projects Brent averaging $55 and WTI $51 in 2026 as global inventories rise. Geopolitical moves involving Venezuela, Russia, and European sanctions continue to inject volatility, especially in LNG and shipping stocks.
Energy Stocks Slide Today as Oil Drops Below $60: Exxon, Chevron, Refiners and Oil Services Sink (Dec. 16, 2025 — 1:45 p.m. ET Update)

Energy Stocks Slide Today as Oil Drops Below $60: Exxon, Chevron, Refiners and Oil Services Sink (Dec. 16, 2025 — 1:45 p.m. ET Update)

U.S. energy stocks fell sharply Tuesday as Brent crude dropped below $60 and WTI hit multi-year lows. Major names including Exxon Mobil, Chevron, and Marathon Petroleum lost between 2% and nearly 5% intraday. Traders cited optimism over Russia–Ukraine peace talks and weak China data as key drivers. Energy sector ETFs and oilfield services stocks posted some of the steepest declines.
Gas Price Crash: Pump Prices Near $3 for First Time in Years – How Low Can They Go?

Gas Price Crash: Pump Prices Near $3 for First Time in Years – How Low Can They Go?

U.S. gas prices have dropped to a four-year low, averaging $3.05 per gallon, with GasBuddy briefly recording a $2.99 national average this week. The decline follows a sharp fall in crude oil prices, with U.S. oil trading near $57 per barrel amid record production and a global supply glut. At least 32 states now average under $3 per gallon. Demand has eased after summer, while forecasts suggest prices may stay low into 2025.
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