5 Reasons Why ExxonMobil Is a Dividend Stock Worth Buying Now

On Feb. 2, ExxonMobil (XOM -2.12%) reported its second-highest year of earnings over the last decade. And there could be even more growth to come in the years ahead.Exxon's record earnings in 2022 were a bit of an outlier. Oil prices surged in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, geopolitical tensions, and strong demand. 2023, which featured lower oil and gas prices, could be a glimpse of what's to come for Exxon.Exxon is laying the groundwork for sustained earnings growth. A lot of it has to do with c ...