Chevron(US:CVX) Benzinga·2026-01-06 01:33Market Overview - Major U.S. stock indexes closed higher, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up 1.2% to 48,977.18, S&P 500 up 0.6% to 6,902.05, and Nasdaq up 0.69% to 23,395.82 [1] Oil Sector - The U.S. military strike in Venezuela led to the ousting of President Nicolás Maduro, sparking renewed interest in the oil sector, particularly for U.S. companies looking to invest in Venezuela's oil industry [1] - Chevron Corp. shares surged 5.1% to close at $163.85, with an intraday high of $165.75, driven by optimism regarding potential gains from geopolitical developments [2][3] - Exxon Mobil Corp. stock gained 2.21%, closing at $125.36, as political changes in Venezuela create new opportunities for the company, focusing on legal recovery and strategic positioning in the oil market [8] Company Highlights - Novo Nordisk A/S shares rose 5.19% to $55.11, with its Wegovy weight loss pill showing an average weight loss of 17% when combined with diet and exercise, compared to 3% for placebo, indicating strong market potential [5] - Zeta Global Holdings Corp. shares increased by 8.84% to close at $21.67, driven by speculation and investor enthusiasm for its AI-powered marketing solutions [6][7]