Chevron Sent Investors a Record $27 Billion in Cash Last Year and Could Return Even More in 2025

Last year was one for the record books for Chevron (CVX -4.56%). The energy giant increased its global production by 7% and U.S. output by 19% to record levels. The company also returned a record $27 billion in cash to shareholders through dividends and repurchases.The oil company is in an excellent position to build on last year's record performance in 2025. Here's a look at what fueled Chevron's record results last year and why this year could be another one for the record books.A well-oiled machineChevro ...