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U.S. Gasoline Prices Surge to $4.30 Amid Iran Tensions and Refinery Snags
Gasoline prices rose to $4.30 a gallon, the highest since 2022, as the Iran war and refinery problems boosted crude costs. Record U.S. oil output hasn't prevented the surge.
Phillips 66 Surprises with Q1 Profit as Refining Margins Strengthen
Phillips 66 posted a surprise Q1 adjusted profit of $0.49 per share, beating estimates of a loss, as robust refining margins and 95% utilization offset $839 million in hedge losses. Shares rose over 6%.
Marathon Petroleum Shares Surge Ahead of Q1 Earnings Amid Refining Margin Spike
Marathon Petroleum shares climbed 3.2% to $240.05 ahead of its Q1 earnings, as fuel margins surged and peers Phillips 66 and Valero posted strong results.
Oil Jitters Test AI Rally: Nvidia, GM, Hilton in Focus
U.S. stock futures edged lower Tuesday as oil prices stayed elevated due to the U.S.-Iran standoff. Nvidia hit a record high, while GM and Hilton raised outlooks.
Oil Prices Rally on Strait of Hormuz Bottleneck Despite Truce
Oil prices climbed Thursday as traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz stayed severely constrained, with only seven vessels transiting in 24 hours. Brent crude rose 1% to $95.65, while WTI surged 3.2% to $97.39.
Gasoline Prices Defy Oil Drop, California Faces $7.50 Per Gallon
National gasoline averages held above $4 per gallon Wednesday despite falling crude prices, with California drivers facing prices nearing $7.50 in some areas as refinery issues and logistical challenges compound geopolitical pressures.
SCHD ETF Sees Strong Q1 Inflows After Dividend Hike and Portfolio Overhaul
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) reported a 3.3% dividend increase and $4 billion in first-quarter inflows following a significant portfolio reshuffle that boosted healthcare and tech exposure while reducing energy holdings.
Valero's Port Arthur Refinery Incident Sparks Supply Concerns Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Emergency crews responded to an incident at Valero Energy's Port Arthur refinery Monday evening, with reports of flames and smoke. The facility processes 435,000 barrels daily, making any extended outage significant for fuel supplies.
Gasoline Futures Surge 6% on Middle East Supply Fears, Pump Prices Follow
NYMEX gasoline futures surged 6% Thursday as Middle East tensions threaten supply, with AAA reporting a 27-cent weekly jump at the pump to a $3.25 national average.
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%.
Gasoline Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Oil Flow
U.S. retail gasoline prices climbed sharply as Middle East tensions disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, lifting fuel stocks and prompting major banks to raise crude price forecasts.
U.S. Gasoline Prices Surge Past $3 Amid Middle East Supply Fears
U.S. gasoline prices surged above $3 per gallon Tuesday, driven by a sharp rally in crude oil due to escalating Middle East tensions. Refiner stocks advanced as fuel margins expanded.
Exxon Rises on Mideast Tensions, OPEC+ Meeting Looms
Exxon Mobil shares climbed 2.7% to $152.50 Friday as Brent crude jumped 2.45% following military strikes on Iran. OPEC+ convenes Sunday to discuss potential output changes amid heightened Middle East supply risks.
Gasoline Futures Rally on Tight Supply, Pump Prices Poised to Climb
U.S. gasoline futures held a significant weekly gain near $2.01 a gallon, supported by a substantial inventory draw and rising demand. The national average pump price sits at $2.92, with refiners Valero and Phillips 66 seeing share gains.
Oil Markets Brace for Supply Shifts as Venezuela Sanctions Ease, OPEC+ Mulls Output Hike
Energy markets prepare for a volatile week with potential supply increases from Venezuela and OPEC+ discussions, while delayed U.S. inventory data adds uncertainty. Major oil shares showed mixed performance.
OPEC+ Weighs April Production Hike as Oil Market Braces for Supply Shift
OPEC+ members are set to discuss restarting oil production hikes next month, potentially adding supply as demand forecasts weaken. Key energy stocks showed mixed performance ahead of the decision.