Oil

After President Donald Trump signed the ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ which reduced incentives for solar and wind power projects, Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest is making a strong case for nuclear energy, arguing it could become the most cost-effective power source — even as solar has long held...

U.S. futures were trading higher on Tuesday after a positive day of trading on Monday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading higher. President Donald Trump announced a “ceasefire” in a Truth Social post, saying that "THE 12 DAY WAR" will be considered "ended." Despite this,...

Tensions in the Middle East aren't just fueling oil prices – they're shaking the crypto charts too. As Brent crude flirts with volatility, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) briefly dipped below $90,000 over the weekend before bouncing back Monday, a move that James Toledano, COO of Unity Wallet, says is...

U.S. bonds are on track to log ten straight six-month periods of underperformance relative to stocks, a record-breaking stretch of underperformance since 2020 that’s rippling through markets and shaking up traditional investor portfolios. The streak spans five years and reflects a regime...

Fears of a major oil supply shock are mounting as tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for nearly 20% of global crude shipments, with Wall Street racing to assess the potential price impact after the U.S. struck Iran over the weekend. What Happened: Goldman Sachs on Monday...

U.S. futures were trading higher on Wednesday as oil futures tumbled after President Donald Trump called for an "Unconditional Surrender" of Iran late Tuesday. Trump also stated in one of his Truth Social posts that the U.S. knows exactly where Iran's "Supreme Leader" was hiding, highlighting that...

Wall Street took a sharp and unexpected turn lower by midday Tuesday as geopolitical fears surged following an Axios News report that President Donald Trump will meet with his national security team in the White House Situation Room to decide U.S. policy regarding the escalating war between Israel...

Shares of Houston American Energy Corporation (NYSE:HUSA) closed Monday down 32.27% to $10.60, retreating from last week's remarkable rally. The pullback aligns with a broader downturn in energy stocks, driven by a drop in oil prices after reports surfaced suggesting Iran is seeking to de-escalate...

Investors embraced a risk-on mood Monday, showing optimism that Iran might seek a diplomatic solution to the crisis despite continued hostilities with Israel. Reports from the Wall Street Journal suggested Iran has indicated a willingness to negotiate if the United States stays out of the conflict...

Oil may have spiked on Middle East tensions, but JPMorgan is keeping its cool — and its crude forecast in check. In its latest note, the firm reiterates a base case for Brent in the low-to-mid $60s through 2025 and flat at $60 in 2026, brushing aside geopolitical fears as largely priced in. In...

As global tensions in the Middle East highlight a volatility in the oil markets, an expert suggests the U.S. economy’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...

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) has broken out. The stock is trading higher because Israel's attack on Iran has spooked the oil markets. As Exxon Mobil’s extensive oil holdings increase in value, the company itself becomes more valuable — and the stock tends to rise along with it. It...

Crude oil prices and the ETFs that track the commodity are surging higher amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, sending prices to a two-month high. What Happened: On Wednesday, crude oil prices soared over 4% amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, prompting Washington...

As crude prices edge higher, several oil-focused ETFs are showing signs of life, offering investors a tactical opportunity amid supply tightness and improving sentiment. Oil may have spent most of this year trapped in a range, but that hasn't stopped a few well-positioned ETFs from warming up. A...

Drillers are packing up their gear, and investors should be paying attention, especially those invested in oil stocks. According to the latest Baker Hughes report, the number of international oil rigs (excluding North America) fell by six rigs in May to 653, marking the lowest count in two decades...