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Exxon stock slips after Trump hints at Venezuela block — what to watch before Tuesday

Exxon stock slips after Trump hints at Venezuela block — what to watch before Tuesday

Exxon Mobil shares fell about 0.5% in after-hours trading after President Trump said he might block the company from investing in Venezuela, following CEO Darren Woods’ remarks calling the country “uninvestable.” Oil prices hit seven-week highs on Iran export concerns, but expectations of Venezuelan supply limited gains. Investors are watching for U.S. policy signals and Exxon’s earnings on January 30. Chevron shares edged up; ConocoPhillips slipped.
13 January 2026
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Chevron stock edges up as U.S. flags Venezuela sanctions move; oil prices keep investors cautious

Chevron stock edges up as U.S. flags Venezuela sanctions move; oil prices keep investors cautious

Chevron shares rose 0.4% after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said sanctions on Venezuelan oil could be eased as soon as next week. Traders are moving Venezuelan crude for March delivery and increasing naphtha shipments to boost output. Brent crude fell 0.44% to $63.06 a barrel. Goldman Sachs projects a 2026 oil surplus, keeping its Brent forecast at $56.
12 January 2026
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BP PLC stock nudges up as Iran unrest props oil, but Goldman flags a 2026 glut

BP PLC stock nudges up as Iran unrest props oil, but Goldman flags a 2026 glut

BP shares rose 0.35% to 427.1 pence in early London trading Monday, tracking a modest uptick in oil prices. Brent crude edged up to $63.39 a barrel as unrest in Iran fueled supply concerns, while Venezuelan output limits capped gains. Goldman Sachs maintained a $56 Brent forecast for 2026, citing a projected surplus. BP will report fourth-quarter results and its dividend on Feb. 10.
12 January 2026
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Shell stock today: SHEL.L ticks up as oil headlines clash with buyback doubts

Shell stock today: SHEL.L ticks up as oil headlines clash with buyback doubts

Shell shares rose 0.3% to 2,647.5 pence in early London trading Monday as investors weighed oil market volatility and concerns over the company’s Chemicals and Products division loss in Q4. Shell continued its $3.5 billion buyback program, purchasing nearly 2 million shares last week for cancellation. Brent crude traded at $63.39 a barrel amid supply risks from Iran and Venezuela.
12 January 2026
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CVR Energy stock in focus: oil risk, refiner peers and the data that could move CVI this week

CVR Energy stock in focus: oil risk, refiner peers and the data that could move CVI this week

CVR Energy shares fell 2.8% to $22.97 Friday, while Valero dropped 3.2% and Marathon Petroleum slipped 0.5%. Brent crude opened Monday at $63.29 a barrel, with WTI at $59.06, as traders watched Iran and Venezuela supply risks. U.S. fuel inventory data due midweek could shift refinery margins. The EIA’s Short-Term Energy Outlook releases Tuesday.
12 January 2026
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PetroChina A shares in focus after Bernstein upgrade as oil jolts on Iran, Venezuela risks

PetroChina A shares in focus after Bernstein upgrade as oil jolts on Iran, Venezuela risks

PetroChina’s Shanghai A shares closed at 9.87 yuan Friday, up 0.71%, after Bernstein upgraded the stock citing cash flow strength at $65 oil. Brent crude settled at $63.34 as traders tracked Iran unrest and Venezuela supply talks. CNPC increased its PetroChina stake by 30 million shares in December. Investors await U.S. energy data and China’s December trade figures this week.
11 January 2026
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Chevron stock (CVX) heads into Monday with Venezuela output boost in spotlight

Chevron stock (CVX) heads into Monday with Venezuela output boost in spotlight

Chevron shares rose 1.8% to $162.11 after executives told the White House the company could quickly double Venezuelan crude exports if U.S. sanctions ease. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said more sanctions could be lifted next week. Trump signed an order blocking seizure of Venezuelan oil revenue in U.S. accounts. Brent crude closed up 2.18% at $63.34 a barrel amid fresh supply concerns.
11 January 2026
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Shell stock: 3% Friday jump puts buybacks and oil shocks back in play

Shell stock: 3% Friday jump puts buybacks and oil shocks back in play

Shell Plc shares closed Friday up 3.0% at 2,640 pence in London, tracking a rally in oil prices as Brent settled at $63.34 a barrel. The company bought back over 2 million shares on January 9, with the buyback program running until January 30. Energy stocks led the FTSE 100 to a record high. Traders are watching unrest in Iran and Venezuela’s export moves for further market impact.
11 January 2026
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Shell stock in focus for Monday as Venezuela sanctions could ease “next week” and buybacks roll on

Shell stock in focus for Monday as Venezuela sanctions could ease “next week” and buybacks roll on

Shell shares rose 3.04% in London to 26.40 pounds Friday after the company announced further share buybacks for cancellation. U.S.-listed shares closed up 0.7%. Traders are watching for a possible easing of Venezuela oil sanctions next week, which could affect crude prices. The FTSE 100 ended at a record high, lifted by energy stocks and a strong U.S. jobs report.
10 January 2026
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Exxon Mobil stock in focus as CEO calls Venezuela “uninvestable” while keeping return option alive

Exxon Mobil stock in focus as CEO calls Venezuela “uninvestable” while keeping return option alive

Exxon Mobil shares rose 1.38% to $124.61 Friday after CEO Darren Woods said the company may consider returning to Venezuela if legal and regulatory conditions improve. Woods called Venezuela “uninvestable” under current laws and cited past asset seizures. U.S. crude closed at $59.12 a barrel, below most producers’ break-even levels. Chevron remains the only U.S. major operating in Venezuela.
10 January 2026
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BP stock jumps with oil prices as buyback rolls on — here’s what investors watch next

BP stock jumps with oil prices as buyback rolls on — here’s what investors watch next

BP shares closed up 2.39% at 426 pence Friday, buoyed by a 2.18% rise in Brent crude to $63.34 a barrel amid supply concerns linked to Iran and the Russia-Ukraine war. BP repurchased over 3.1 million shares as part of its ongoing buyback. Norges Bank cut its BP voting rights to 2.999%. The FTSE 100 ended at a record high, with energy stocks leading gains.
10 January 2026
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Valero (VLO) stock slides as Venezuela oil talks loom and an analyst trims a target

Valero (VLO) stock slides as Venezuela oil talks loom and an analyst trims a target

Valero shares dropped 3.2% to $185.16 Friday afternoon, underperforming other refiners as the White House met with oil firms, including Valero and Marathon, to discuss possible investment in Venezuela. Piper Sandler cut its Valero price target to $217. Oil prices rose amid global supply concerns. Investors await Valero’s Jan. 29 earnings report for margin and policy updates.
9 January 2026
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Why Texas Pacific Land (TPL) stock is up today: oil climbs, insider filings add color

Why Texas Pacific Land (TPL) stock is up today: oil climbs, insider filings add color

Texas Pacific Land shares rose 1.5% to $307.38 in late morning trading Friday, extending a rebound after a 7.7% surge Thursday. The stock moved between $303.83 and $309.79 as oil prices climbed for a second day. Directors Donna E. Epps and Donald G. Cook each received 554 shares as part of board retainers, recent SEC filings show. U.S. payrolls rose by 50,000 in December and unemployment fell to 4.4%.
9 January 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Three UK Small-Cap Stocks Positioned for Growth Amid Market Uncertainty
    April 11, 2026, 7:17 AM EDT. UK small-cap stocks face challenges amid shifting interest rates and economic uncertainty, but select firms show resilience. Quartix Technologies (LSE: QTX) offers subscription-based vehicle tracking with scalable cloud technology, serving over 330,000 vehicles and expanding internationally. Its system boosts efficiency and fuel savings, securing recurring revenue and strong customer retention. Galliford Try (LSE: GFRD) benefits from long-term government infrastructure projects in schools, healthcare, and water, ensuring steady revenues tied to regulated multi-year investments. The company maintains a strong balance sheet and controls risk by being selective with contracts. These small caps showcase growth potential driven by structural demand less affected by economic cycles, making them notable for portfolios seeking exposure beyond large, global firms.

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Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 11.04.2026

11 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 11, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 11, 2026, 7:24 AM EDT Three UK Small-Cap Stocks Positioned for Growth Amid Market Uncertainty April 11, 2026, 7:17 AM EDT. **UK small-cap stocks** face challenges amid shifting interest rates and economic uncertainty, but select firms show resilience. **Quartix Technologies (LSE: QTX)** offers subscription-based vehicle tracking with scalable cloud technology, serving over 330,000 vehicles and expanding internationally. Its system boosts efficiency and fuel savings, securing recurring revenue and strong customer retention. **Galliford Try (LSE: GFRD)** benefits from long-term government infrastructure projects in schools, healthcare, and water, ensuring steady revenues tied
UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

UK Stock Market Today: FTSE 100 Climbs as Traders Eye Fragile Iran Ceasefire

10 April 2026
London’s FTSE 100 rose 0.38% to 10,644.28 late Friday morning as investors awaited U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan. Brent crude climbed 1% to $96.83 a barrel, while sterling eased but was on track for its biggest weekly gain since January. The FTSE 250 gained 0.79%. Britain’s 10-year gilt yield stood at 4.807%.
US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

US Stock Market Today: CPI, Oil and Iran Truce Set the Tone Before the Open

10 April 2026
Dow e-minis slipped 0.15% before Friday’s open, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures each down 0.08% as traders awaited March CPI data and watched U.S.-Iran tensions. Economists expect headline CPI to rise 0.9% for March and 3.3% year-on-year. Weekly jobless claims increased to 219,000. Brent crude traded near $97 a barrel, while shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remained well below normal.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 10.04.2026

10 April 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: April 10, 2026, 12:00 AM EDTUpdated: April 10, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT Orora ASX:ORA Faces Earnings Reset After Saverglass Impact and Middle East Disruptions April 10, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT. Orora (ASX:ORA) shares plunged over 8% in one day following a guidance update that revealed an earnings reset at its Saverglass unit due to Middle East supply chain disruptions and a shutdown at the Ras Al Khaimah glass plant. Despite a sharp short-term loss, Orora's 90-day share price rise exceeds 33%, contrasting a longer-term 10.58% annual total shareholder return decline amid ongoing sector pressures. Trading at A$1.49,
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