Occidental Petroleum Option Alert: Oct 17 $45 Calls at the Bid: 3000 vs 1808 OI; Earnings 8/6 After Close 

Occidental Petroleum Option Alert: Oct 17 $45 Calls at the Bid: 3000 @ $2.24 vs 1808 OI; Earnings 8/6 After Close Ref=$43.535

Occidental Petroleum Option Alert: Fri $50 Puts at the Bid: 880 vs 1596 OI; Earnings 8/6 After Close 

Occidental Petroleum Option Alert: Fri $50 Puts at the Bid: 880 @ $6.44 vs 1596 OI; Earnings 8/6 After Close Ref=$43.555

Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY) Stock

Occidental Petroleum

Occidental Petroleum is an independent exploration and production company with operations in the United States, Latin America, and the Middle East. At the end of 2023, the company reported net proved reserves of nearly 4 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Net production averaged 1,327 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024 at a ratio of roughly 52% oil and natural gas liquids and 48% natural gas.

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Shares of oil-related companies are trading higher due to ongoing regional tension in the Middle East that was spurred by continued drone strikes on Iraqi Kurdistan oil fields.

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Piper Sandler raised Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) price target from $48 to $50. Piper Sandler analyst Mark Lear maintained a Neutral rating. Occidental Petroleum shares closed at $45.35 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OXY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>JMP Securities cut the price target for MFA Financial, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MFA#NYSE">MFA</a>) from $12 to $11. JMP Securities analyst Mikhail Goberman maintained a Market Outperform rating. MFA Financial shares closed at $9.32 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MFA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Stifel raised Monarch Casino &amp; Resort, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCRI#NASDAQ">MCRI</a>) price target from $81 to $92. Stifel analyst Jeffrey Stantial maintained a Hold rating. Monarch Casino &amp; Resort shares closed at $87.36 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MCRI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Truist Securities boosted the price target for Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) from $58 to $72. Truist Securities analyst Matthew Coad maintained a Buy rating. Affirm shares closed at $67.21 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AFRM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Oppenheimer boosted the price target for Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAT#NYSE">CAT</a>) from $395 to $483. Oppenheimer analyst Kristen Owen maintained an Outperform rating. Caterpillar shares closed at $412.88 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Morgan Stanley raised The Boeing Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) price target from $200 to $235. Morgan Stanley analyst Kristine Liwag maintained an Equal-Weight rating. Boeing shares settled at $229.90 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Bernstein increased Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) price target from $1,200 to $1,390. Bernstein analyst Laurent Yoon maintained an Outperform rating. Netflix shares closed at $1,250.31 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>B of A Securities raised Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) price target from $290 to $305. B of A Securities analyst Ken Hoexter maintained a Buy rating. Norfolk Southern shares closed at $260.32 on Wednesday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NSC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird cut the price target for Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPRT#NASDAQ">CPRT</a>) from $64 to $55. Baird analyst Craig Kennison maintained an Outperform rating. Copart shares settled at $45.98 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CPRT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>B of A Securities cut The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) price target from $337 to $336. B of A Securities analyst Joshua Shanker maintained a Buy rating. Progressive shares closed at $246.46 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PGR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Piper Sandler analyst Mark Lear maintains Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $48 to $50.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Occidental Petroleum, Raises Price Target to $50

Occidental Petroleum shares are trading lower. Wells Fargo cut its price target on the stock from $47 to $46.

Wells Fargo analyst Roger Read maintains Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $47 to $46.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Occidental Petroleum, Lowers Price Target to $46

Shares of oil-related companies are trading higher. A recent report suggests OPEC+ is considering pausing output increase after the next hike. Additionally, oil may be higher on a Senate sanctions bill targeting Russian energy.

As the U.S. Senate considers the Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025, economist Craig Shapiro has raised alarms about its potential to disrupt American markets and the global economy.
What Happened: In a post on X early Friday, Shapiro, macro strategist at the Bears Trap Report, highlighted a looming "major statement" from President Donald Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/07/46360686/trump-to-make-a-major-statement-on-russia-on-monday-amid-escalating-ukraine-conflict-im-disappointed">on Monday regarding Russia</a>, tied to the bipartisan bill spearheaded by Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, which now enjoys support from over 80 senators.
The act's centerpiece is a 500% tariff on Russian-origin goods and services, with secondary sanctions targeting nations like China and India—key buyers of Russian energy.
Shapiro warned, "If Trump moves forward with the Senate sanctions bill, which includes secondary sanctions of 500% on China and India as they are buyers of Russian energy, it is going to have major negative implications for the global economy very quickly."
He added that this could jolt energy stocks, given Russia's role in global oil markets.
The energy sector faces a ban on U.S. exports to Russia and secondary sanctions on foreign entities aiding Russian oil and gas, while financial measures prohibit U.S. transactions with Russia except under specific licenses.
He emphasized the tariff's scope, stating that there will be a 500% tariff on imports from any country like India or China, knowingly trading in Russian oil, gas, uranium, petroleum, or petrochemicals, etc.
&#8220;This bill is a sweeping escalation, combining targeted sanctions and sweeping economic measures—especially secondary actions—to isolate Russia financially, hit its global energy revenue, and deter allies from shoring up its economy,&#8221; he said.
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<td>Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>)</td>
<td>7.10%</td>
<td>1.48%</td>
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<td>Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>)</td>
<td>5.08%</td>
<td>-0.70%</td>
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<td>Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>)</td>
<td>-7.95%</td>
<td>-25.42%</td>
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<tr>
<td>EOG Resources Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOG#NYSE">EOG</a>)</td>
<td>-2.39%</td>
<td>-5.02%</td>
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<td>Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>)</td>
<td>28.81%</td>
<td>10.94%</td>
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<td>CVR Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVI#NYSE">CVI</a>)</td>
<td>73.00%</td>
<td>31.75%</td>
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<td>Schlumberger NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>)</td>
<td>-4.56%</td>
<td>-20.65%</td>
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<td>United States Oil Fund LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>)</td>
<td>-2.00%</td>
<td>-6.86%</td>
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<td>-16.58%</td>
<td>-30.70%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>)</td>
<td>-1.88%</td>
<td>-9.22%</td>
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US 500% Tariff On Russia Can Rattle Energy Stocks And Have 'Major Negative Implications' On Global Economy, Says Craig Shapiro

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in OXY usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 44 extraordinary options activities for Occidental Petroleum. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 43% leaning bullish and 45% bearish. Among these notable options, 18 are puts, totaling $2,065,732, and 26 are calls, amounting to $1,141,290.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $20.0 to $47.5 for Occidental Petroleum over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Occidental Petroleum's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Occidental Petroleum's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $20.0 to $47.5 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Occidental Petroleum Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752091286_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
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<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
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<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>OXY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$0.44</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$0.4</td>
<td>$37.50</td>
<td>$1.1M</td>
<td>33.7K</td>
<td>29.0K</td>
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<td>OXY</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$3.1</td>
<td>$47.50</td>
<td>$154.2K</td>
<td>75</td>
<td>500</td>
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<td>OXY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$1.15</td>
<td>$0.93</td>
<td>$1.09</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$125.3K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
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<td>OXY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.85</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$118.0K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
<td>300</td>
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<td>OXY</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$47.50</td>
<td>$94.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>162</td>
</tr>
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<h3>About Occidental Petroleum</h3>
Occidental Petroleum is an independent exploration and production company with operations in the United States, Latin America, and the Middle East. At the end of 2023, the company reported net proved reserves of nearly 4 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Net production averaged 1,327 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024 at a ratio of roughly 52% oil and natural gas liquids and 48% natural gas.
In light of the recent options history for Occidental Petroleum, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Current Position of Occidental Petroleum</h3>
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<li>With a trading volume of 6,230,587, the price of OXY is down by -0.58%, reaching $45.48.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 28 days from now.</li>
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<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Occidental Petroleum</h3>
1 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $47.0.
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Wells Fargo analyst Roger Read maintains Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $42 to $47.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Occidental Petroleum, Raises Price Target to $47

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Shares of oil-related companies are trading higher. The commodity may be seeing a price increase due to a rebound after falling amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions.

Occidental Petroleum Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) shares are trading lower as oil prices fall Tuesday amid Iran-Israel <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/06/46079549/tech-stocks-eye-record-highs-crude-drops-to-64-on-iran-israel-truce-whats-driving-markets-tuesday">ceasefire efforts</a>.
The Details: According to <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/06/24/trump-iran-israel-ceasefire-victory">Axios</a>, Iran and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire after 12 days of fighting. The deal was reportedly brokered by President Donald Trump, with support from Qatar.
Trump congratulated both countries on the ceasefire when he announced the agreement late Monday via Truth Social.
&#8220;CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE! It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a Complete and Total CEASEFIRE,&#8221; Trump wrote in the <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114734934153569653">post</a>. 
The agreement caused oil prices to fall with U.S. crude dropping close to 5.5% and Brent crude, the international benchmark, falling nearly 6%. Oil prices had gone up near the start of the conflict due to concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East. Now that tensions are easing, traders expect oil to keep flowing, which is bringing prices down.
Lower oil prices usually lead to lower profits for oil and gas companies. That appears to be why energy stocks like Occidental are falling on Tuesday.
Trump also said China can continue buying oil from Iran. The announcement added even more pressure to oil prices as it means more supply could stay on the global market. With both the ceasefire and Trump's statement signaling steady oil availability, investors appear to be selling energy stocks across the board.
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OXY Price Action: At the time of writing, Occidental shares were down 3.59% at $42.37, according to data from <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.benzinga.com/pro/&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiYsZGnx4qOAxVphIkEHZUMKCcQFnoECBsQAQ&amp;usg=AOvVaw0xIsPvjIcIIsWev01-6zR2">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Shares of energy companies are trading lower amid Iran-Israel ceasefire efforts. Additionally, President Trump said China can continue to buy Iranian oil.

Shares of energy stocks are trading lower as oil prices drop following a softer-than-expected Iranian attack on a US base in Qatar.

Occidental Petroleum Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>), Exxon Mobil Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) climbed 1.95%, 1.53% and 1.31% during Monday pre-market trading session after oil prices have skyrocketed to their highest point since January, sparking concerns about potential supply disruptions.
What Happened: The U.S. and Israel&#8217;s joint military action against Iran&#8217;s nuclear sites has sent shockwaves through the energy markets. This development, announced by President Donald Trump, has led to a surge in oil prices. 
At the start of the week, oil prices experienced a significant increase, with both Brent and U.S. crude reaching five-month highs of $81.40 and $78.40, respectively. 
However, prices later fluctuated and briefly turned negative during the European morning session. While geopolitical tensions have added a risk premium to oil markets, the Middle East conflict has not yet caused any direct disruption to oil supply.
Goldman Sachs predicted that oil prices could surge to $110 per barrel, but moderate to $95 per barrel in the fourth quarter of 2025. 
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Why It Matters: The U.S.&#8217;s aggressive actions against Iran, a major oil producer, have significantly raised tensions in the region. This conflict, initially sparked by Israel&#8217;s extensive airstrikes, has put the global energy trade in the spotlight. Energy analytics firm Kpler has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/46046982/oil-prices-could-surge-by-10-as-us-drops-bunker-buster-bombs-on-iran-but-may-not-last-says-analyst-freight-disruptions-will-be-the-story-to-watch">forecasted</a> a sharp 7-10% increase in oil prices due to rising risk premiums. However, they also warn that this spike may be temporary.
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State&nbsp;Marco Rubio&nbsp;has urged China to intervene and prevent Iran from shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial trade route for global crude oil. Rubio&#8217;s warning comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz would have severe implications for the global oil trade, potentially leading to further price increases.
Last week, Shell CEO, Wael Sawan had warned that if Iran shuts the Starit of Hormuz, it would cause a &#8216;huge impact&#8217; on global trade, as finding an alternative would be difficult.
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Occidental Petroleum, Exxon Mobil, Chevron Surge In Monday Pre-Market: What's Going On?

For the better part of the past year, Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) has looked like the blemish on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/warren-buffett">Warren Buffett</a>'s otherwise bulletproof track record. 
With shares down 27% over the past 12 months and well below Buffett's average cost basis of <a href="https://stockcircle.com/portfolio/warren-buffett/oxy/transactions">$54.20</a>, the Oracle of Omaha's massive $12 billion stake in the oil giant had critics wondering if this was one value bet that misfired.
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But that skepticism may be premature. OXY has quietly rebounded nearly 9% over the past month and is flashing signs of technical strength. While it&#8217;s still trading under the long-term 200-day simple moving average of $47.67, the stock has broken above its eight, 20 and 50-day simple moving averages — marking a shift to a strongly bullish trend.
Technical indicators such as the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) at 1.06 and a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 61.52 point to building momentum, even as some mild selling pressure lingers.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Technicals Turn Bullish, But Not Without Caution</h2>
Occidental's share price of $45.49 sits above its eight-day simple moving average of $45.26, its 20-day SMA of $43.14, and its 50-day SMA of $41.53. 
That's a clean technical trifecta. While the stock is still below the 200-day SMA, this gap could close if the current uptrend continues. MACD signals remain bullish, and RSI at 61.52 is in healthy territory — suggesting room to run before things get overheated.
Still, the presence of mild selling pressure means investors should stay alert to volatility, especially if the rally runs too hot too fast.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fundamentals Fuel Buffett's Conviction</h2>
Beyond charts, the long-term thesis Buffett is betting on remains intact. Occidental expects to generate $1.5 billion in incremental annual free cash flow by 2027 — even without factoring in oil price movements.
Add in its expanding carbon capture and storage (CCS) initiatives and potential upside from any sustained rise in crude, and the long game looks a lot more attractive than the recent headlines suggest.
Buffett isn't known for chasing price pops — he's known for getting in early and holding through the noise. And right now, that noise may just be clearing.
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Shares of energy stocks are trading higher as oil rises amid concerns of Israel-Iran escalation. President Trump denied working on a ceasefire and said everyone should evacuate Tehran.

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As global tensions in the Middle East highlight a volatility in the oil markets, an expert suggests the U.S. economy&#8217;s susceptibility to oil price shocks has significantly diminished compared to previous decades.
What Happened: According to Bob Elliott, the CIO of Unlimited Funds, the shift in the mechanical impact of rising oil prices is primarily due to the United States&#8217; transition into a net exporter of crude products.
Traditionally, oil price surges acted as a significant drag on household spending and often prompted central banks to adopt tighter monetary policies to combat inflation. However, Elliott&#8217;s detailed examination reveals a changed landscape.
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While consumer gasoline prices might still see a moderate uptick following price increases, the overall impact on household consumption is far less profound. Spending on fuel has fallen to a mere 1.3% of total household consumption, making recent price movements &#8220;not noticeable&#8221; in the broader economic context, Eliott explains.
&#8220;The surge in US production to the point where the US is a net exporter highlights how an oil shock may not be nearly as detrimental as in past rounds. While it would create a drag on HH consumption and rising inflation, it will also support domestic production &amp; investment,&#8221; he said in an X thread.
Furthermore, the surge in domestic oil production means that higher prices now generate increased income for U.S. oil producers, offsetting some of the drag felt elsewhere. This domestic boost in income and the incentive for greater production efforts highlight a crucial difference in the economic equation.
Here&#8217;s a list of a few U.S. oil producers and oil ETFs.
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<td>Friday&#8217;s Performance</td>
<td>YTD Performance</td>
<td>One-Year Performance</td>
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<td>Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>)</td>
<td>2.18%</td>
<td>4.48%</td>
<td>3.47%</td>
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<td>Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>)</td>
<td>0.65%</td>
<td>-0.55%</td>
<td>-4.75%</td>
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<td>Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>)</td>
<td>3.78%</td>
<td>-6.75%</td>
<td>-22.84%</td>
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<td>EOG Resources Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOG#NYSE">EOG</a>)</td>
<td>3.89%</td>
<td>0.46%</td>
<td>5.21%</td>
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<td>Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>)</td>
<td>0.65%</td>
<td>17.43%</td>
<td>-3.25%</td>
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<td>CVR Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVI#NYSE">CVI</a>)</td>
<td>4.95%</td>
<td>43.50%</td>
<td>-0.37%</td>
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<td>Schlumberger NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>)</td>
<td>1.88%</td>
<td>-5.47%</td>
<td>-16.80%</td>
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<td>United States Oil Fund LP (ARCA&#8221; USO)</td>
<td>6.89%</td>
<td>4.28%</td>
<td>4.28%</td>
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<td>ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UCO#NYSE">UCO</a>)</td>
<td>8.65%</td>
<td>-7.44%</td>
<td>-19.06%</td>
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<td>SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>)</td>
<td>2.67%</td>
<td>-1.51%</td>
<td>-6.96%</td>
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Why It Matters: Despite escalating conflict, Iran has notably reduced its missile barrages on Israel, with the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) attributing this to the effectiveness of Israeli airstrikes.
Early waves on Friday and Saturday saw Iran launching 100-200 missiles per wave. However, subsequent attacks have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45944854/irans-missile-stockpile-may-be-shrinking-as-strikes-on-israel-taper-off-says-think-tank-lmt-rtx-gd-in-focus">dropped to 35-40 missiles each</a>, indicating a significant impact on Iran&#8217;s launch capacity. 
Initial estimates placed Iran&#8217;s missile stockpile at around 2,000, with an alleged plan to fire 1,000 ballistic missiles. Yet, Israeli strikes reportedly damaged or destroyed numerous launchers and silos, limiting Iran to just 200 launches. This suggests Iran may soon face difficulties sustaining its current missile attack rate.
Price Action: As of the publication of this article, Crude Oil WTI Futures were 1.32% lower at $70.47, and Brent Oil was down 1.24% to $73.31.
The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Monday. The SPY was up 0.50% at $599.99, while the QQQ advanced 0.56% to $529.93, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
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