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Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the oil and gas sector [6]. Core Viewpoints - The U.S. energy policy is expected to shift, potentially accelerating oil and gas extraction, especially if traditional energy support is reinstated under a new administration [2][3]. - Geopolitical uncertainties, particularly regarding the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, may impact oil prices, but there is a strong inclination among Middle Eastern oil-producing countries to maintain high oil prices due to fiscal pressures [3]. - China's first Energy Law encourages the exploration and development of oil and gas resources, which is significant for national energy security and transition [4]. Summary by Sections U.S. Energy Policy - The Trump administration's energy policies aimed for a transition from "energy independence" to "energy dominance," leading to a 45% increase in U.S. crude oil production from 2017 to 2020 [2]. - The Biden administration has imposed restrictions on traditional energy extraction, but a potential policy shift could revitalize oil and gas production [2]. Geopolitical Factors - Trump's potential return to power could lead to a resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, while his support for Israel may escalate tensions in the Middle East, creating uncertainty for oil prices [3]. - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that the fiscal breakeven oil price for Saudi Arabia will rise to $96.2 per barrel in 2024, indicating a strong desire among oil-producing nations to sustain high prices [3]. China's Energy Law - The newly passed Energy Law in China emphasizes the importance of oil and gas resource development, aiming to enhance domestic supply capabilities and promote unconventional resource extraction [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on major Chinese oil companies, including China National Petroleum Corporation, Sinopec, and CNOOC, as well as oil service companies that are expected to benefit from increased capital expenditure in the upstream sector [5].