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Wall Street Outperforms Global Markets Amid Iran Conflict, Oil Surge
U.S. equity futures edged lower Friday as geopolitical tensions with Iran fueled oil prices and inflation concerns, though Wall Street is set to outperform global peers this week. The Nasdaq remains on track for a modest weekly advance.
Shell Secures Venezuela Gas Deal, Targets 2027 Exports to Trinidad
Shell has finalized oil and gas agreements with Venezuela to develop the offshore Dragon field, with initial gas exports to Trinidad targeted for the third quarter of 2027. The deal follows new U.S. licenses easing sanctions on Venezuela's energy sector.
Shell Secures New Kazakhstan Exploration Rights Amid Ongoing Arbitration
Shell has entered into an agreement with Kazakhstan's energy ministry for exploration rights to the Zhanaturmys oil and gas block, valid until 2032. The move comes as the company remains engaged in international arbitration concerning other Kazakh ventures and proceeds with its share repurchase program.
Exxon Mobil Diverts Fuel to Australia Amid Hormuz Closure, Lifting Oil Prices
Exxon Mobil is sending its first fuel cargo from the U.S. Gulf Coast to Australia since December to address Asian supply shortages caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure. Brent crude surged 4.7%.
Chevron Shares Retreat Despite Soaring Oil Prices, Hormuz Blockade Sparks Supply Fears
Chevron shares declined alongside the broader energy sector, even as crude prices held near multi-month highs due to a critical shipping chokepoint remaining closed. Major banks have increased their oil price projections.