Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-05 11:20Group 1 - U.S. energy stocks surged in pre-market trading, with Halliburton and Schlumberger rising over 11%, and Chevron and ConocoPhillips increasing by over 7% [1][2] - The U.S. government has taken control of Venezuelan President Maduro and is expected to push for significant investments in Venezuela's oil resources, despite maintaining sanctions on Venezuelan oil [3][4] - Venezuela's oil exports have nearly dropped to zero due to U.S. sanctions, leading to a saturation of domestic storage facilities and a reduction in oil production [3][5] Group 2 - Venezuela has proven oil reserves exceeding 300 billion barrels, accounting for about 17% of global reserves, with an estimated value of $17 trillion at current WTI prices [4] - Chevron remains the only major U.S. oil company still operating in Venezuela, while other companies have exited due to U.S. sanctions [4][5] - The Venezuelan oil company has begun to reduce production and close some oil fields due to a lack of diluents for heavy oil, which has also affected joint ventures with foreign companies [5][6] Group 3 - The current situation in Venezuela shows significant economic distress, with many shops closed and limited availability of goods, particularly fresh produce [7][8] - Reports indicate that U.S. military actions in Venezuela have resulted in civilian casualties, raising concerns about the humanitarian impact of U.S. interventions [8][9] - President Trump has expressed intentions to gain full access to Venezuela's resources and has threatened military action against several countries, including Colombia and Iran, in relation to drug trafficking and regional stability [9][10]