Group 1 - Barclays has raised the target price for ExxonMobil from $130 to $140 [1] - Barclays has increased the target price for Chevron from $158 to $166 [1]

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is included among the 11 Best Energy Stocks to Buy for Dividends in 2026. Exxon Mobil (XOM) Price Target Raised by $9 at JPMorgan Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is one of the largest integrated fuels, lubricants, and chemical companies in the world. Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) received a boost on January 20 when JPMorgan analyst Arun Jayaram raised the firm’s price target on the stock from $124 to $133, while maintaining an ‘Overweight’ rating on the shares. ...

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. has begun to control and sell Venezuelan oil, with prices increasing by 30% since January 3, 2023, under the management of U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, who oversees a stockpile of 30-50 million barrels [2][3]. Group 1: U.S. Control and Investment Challenges - The U.S. aims to control not only the current production of Venezuelan oil but also its reserves and future production [2]. - Major oil companies, including ExxonMobil, express skepticism about investing in Venezuela due to the current conditions, while smaller companies are being encouraged to step in [3]. - The Venezuelan oil industry faces significant challenges, including high initial investment costs, extraction costs that are much higher than other oil-producing regions, and a politically unstable environment [5][9]. Group 2: Investment and Production Outlook - Venezuela's oil production is projected to average around 900,000 barrels per day by 2025, significantly lower than its peak production of over 3.5 million barrels per day in the 1960s [5][8]. - To maintain production levels, an estimated investment of $53 billion is needed over the next 15 years, with an additional $80-90 billion required annually from 2026 to 2040 to increase production above 1.4 million barrels per day [8][9]. - The breakeven cost for Venezuelan oil development is estimated to be between $70 and $80 per barrel, which is substantially higher than costs in the Middle East and Russia [9]. Group 3: Global Market Impact - The global oil market is expected to remain oversupplied, with no significant impact from Venezuela's oil changes in the short term [4][12]. - Major oil companies are maintaining strict investment disciplines, with projected production growth of 23% by 2025, while spending is only expected to increase by 7% [12][13]. - Chevron is the only major company indicating potential for increased production in Venezuela, but its impact on the global market is expected to be minimal [14]. Group 4: Future Projections and Political Dynamics - If U.S. sanctions are adjusted to allow Venezuelan oil exports to U.S. refineries, some recovery in production may occur, but this could exacerbate the oversupply situation [15]. - Analysts suggest that Trump's actions are aimed at reinforcing the position of the U.S. dollar in oil transactions and reducing OPEC's influence [15].

Per a recent projection by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), U.S. gasoline prices will decline 6% in 2026. While lower prices at the pump come as a much-needed breather for U.S. consumers, who are already struggling with high inflation, they create a complex ripple effect for the energy sector, particularly for oil companies.In a similar vein, Goldman Sachs projected earlier this month that global oil prices will likely trend lower this year, reflecting a supply-driven market surplus, even ...

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) ranks among the most active blue chip stocks to buy now. On January 9, UBS reaffirmed its Buy rating and $145 price target for Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM), citing the company’s underrated global refining capabilities. Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) holds roughly 4.1 million barrels per day of refining capacity over 15 refineries around the globe, with four in the US and 11 with ownership equity. justin-c-6bsVqTJna_o-unsplash UBS notes that these refining fac ...

DOF Group has been awarded a contract by MODEC Guyana to deliver mooring pre-lay services for the Hammerhead floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) project in Guyana. The Norwegian offshore supply shipping company did not disclose the contract value but said it is a “large turnkey” award. The project management, engineering, procurement, logistics and installation activities will be managed by DOF's North America subsea team. DOF said that offshore operations pertaining to the contract are s ...

President Donald Trump is urging U.S. oil majors to rebuild Venezuela's shattered energy sector, but one veteran trading strategist warns that political promises alone cannot protect assets from future expropriation. Baron Lamarre, former head of trading at Petronas, argues that unless the industry adopts a “trustless” digital infrastructure to track ownership, relying on “informal assurances” leaves the country fundamentally uninvestable for giants like Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) .Digital ‘Trust Layer’Wh ...

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Group 1 - The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicts that non-OPEC countries' oil production will increase by 800,000 barrels per day by 2026, with Brazil, Guyana, and Argentina contributing half of this growth [1] - Brazil's oil production growth will primarily rely on the startup of new offshore salt layer oil fields, with an expected increase of 200,000 barrels per day, reaching 4 million barrels per day by 2026 [1] - Guyana's oil production is set to exceed 1 million barrels per day, driven by the accelerated development of the Stabroek block by ExxonMobil and partners, with new floating production storage and offloading units coming online [1] Group 2 - Argentina's oil production is projected to rise significantly, with an average daily output of 810,000 barrels in 2026, up from 740,000 barrels in 2025 and 670,000 barrels in 2024, primarily due to the Vaca Muerta shale oil field [1] - Non-OPEC+ oil-producing countries are expected to play a crucial role in balancing the global market, with South America's low-cost oil offsetting the slowdown in U.S. shale oil growth [2] - By 2030, non-OPEC+ countries will contribute approximately 5.9 million barrels per day of new conventional oil capacity, with South America being a major source of this growth [2]

Core Insights - Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) generates most of its earnings from upstream operations, making it vulnerable to commodity price volatility. However, it has consistently returned capital to shareholders [1][6]. Group 1: Dividend and Share Buybacks - ExxonMobil has increased dividend payments for 43 consecutive years, ranking as the second-largest dividend payer among S&P 500 companies. The company is expected to buy back $20 billion of its shares in 2025 and maintain this pace in the following year [2][6]. Group 2: Financial Resilience - Despite its vulnerability, ExxonMobil has demonstrated resilience through various business cycles, attributed to its access to low-cost oil and natural gas resources and a strong balance sheet. The company's debt-to-capitalization ratio is 13.6%, significantly lower than the industry average of 29.2% [3][6]. Group 3: Comparison with Peers - Other companies like Diamondback Energy Inc. (FANG) and ConocoPhillips (COP) also show resilience due to lower debt exposure. FANG's debt-to-capitalization is 26.3%, while COP's is 26.6%. Both companies operate in the Permian Basin, which helps them navigate low oil prices [4]. Group 4: Stock Performance and Valuation - XOM shares have increased by 19.9% over the past year, outperforming the industry average of 15.3%. The stock trades at an EV/EBITDA of 8.40X, above the industry average of 5.31X [5][8][6]. Group 5: Earnings Estimates - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for XOM's 2026 earnings has seen upward revisions recently, with current estimates at $6.95 for the year, up from $6.93 a week ago [10][11].