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Stock Market Today: The Dow Jones index jumped Wednesday on hopes of a U.S.-Iran deal. AMD stock soared on earnings.

Shares in Exxon, Chevron, and Occidental Petroleum tumble on signs that the Trump administration is close to agreeing a peace deal.

Micron leads AI semiconductor surge as strong HBM demand fuels growth, while energy strength also boosts select stocks in a volatile market.

The 56-location Georgia-based retailer plans to reinvest proceeds from the divestment into growing its convenience store banner.

For months, the oil shock from the Strait of Hormuz closure has played out mostly in futures markets. Prices have surged. Traders have repositioned. But the physical barrels have kept moving, at least for now. The CEO of one of the world's largest oil companies just said that window is closing. ...

Which of these oil giants has a brighter future?

When Vicki Hollub took over as Occidental Petroleum's CEO on April 29, 2016, the shares were at $60.76. Ten years later, with Hollub preparing to step aside from the job, the shares are just above $60, which gives you an idea of the struggles the big exploration and production company has ...

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warns global oil shortages are coming as the Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts supply chains, with gas prices up over 41%.

Venezuela’s oil rebound is not simply a production story. It is a story about sanctions licenses, naphtha, rig reactivation, tanker access, refinery fit, insurance, payment clearance, and legal confidence.

Chevron and Micron ride energy strength and AI chip demand, with strong earnings momentum and sector tailwinds positioning both stocks for May upside.

Ariel Investments, an investment management company, released its “Ariel Focus Fund” Q1 2026 Investor Letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The fund reported strong first-quarter performance for its Ariel Focus Fund, which gained 7.30%, significantly outperforming both the S&P 500’s -4.33% return and the Russell 1000 Value Index’s 2.10% gain amid […]

PBF narrows its Q1 loss despite higher costs, as strong refining margins and throughput growth drive a revenue beat and an operational turnaround.

Chevron (NYSE:CVX) said Tuesday it will begin exploring for oil and gas south of Malta, extending its presence in the Mediterranean region and positioning itself near established producers such as Libya, Italy, and Tunisia. Malta itself currently has no active oil or gas production.

ExxonMobil beat Q1 EPS and revenue as Permian and Guyana surged. With WTI above $100, it's still drawing buyers despite premium valuation

Chevron (CVX) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

CrossAmerica Partners expects a Q1'26 earnings dip despite stable fee-based revenues, as a spike in crude oil prices & margin pressure may weigh on performance.

Mike Wirth said the impact of the closure could be as significant as the supply disruptions of the 1970s

The Dow Jones index rose Tuesday amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions. Palantir stock sold off on earnings.

Senator Ted Cruz (R-Tx.) sits down with Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi at the. Milken Institute's Global Conference 2026 to further discuss his state's involvement in the AI boom, while also addressing some of the regulations on artificial intelligence that he is pushing for.

Oil prices have rocketed this year.

(Bloomberg) -- The fragile US-Iran ceasefire held Tuesday morning after a day of clashes involving shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and missile attacks against the United Arab Emirates.Most Read from BloombergUS Has Opened a Passage Through Hormuz, Central Command SaysUS and Iran Trade Fire in Gulf, Jolting Four-Week-Old TruceChina’s Rare Sanctions Pushback Leaves Banks Caught in CrossfireFormer NYC Mayor Giuliani in Critical Condition, Trump SaysBeijing Tells China Firms to Ignore US Sanctions

(Bloomberg) -- Oil steadied after Monday’s jump, as traders tracked the increasingly fragile four-week ceasefire in the Middle East following fresh clashes between the US and Iran. Most Read from BloombergUS Has Opened a Passage Through Hormuz, Central Command SaysChina’s Unprecedented Defiance of US Sanctions Triggers ShowdownUS and Iran Trade Fire in Gulf, Jolting Four-Week-Old TruceFormer NYC Mayor Giuliani in Critical Condition, Trump SaysBeijing Tells China Firms to Ignore US Sanctions on R

Chevron’s CEO warned that emerging physical crude oil shortages could slow Asian economies first as Middle Eastern supply disruptions drain global inventories.

(Bloomberg) -- Oil held the bulk of a sharp gain after fighting flared in the Middle East, with the US and Iran exchanging fire, renewed attacks on energy infrastructure, and vessels hit near the Strait of Hormuz.Most Read from BloombergChina's Unprecedented Defiance of US Sanctions Triggers ShowdownUS and Iran Trade Fire in Gulf, Jolting Four-Week-Old CeasefireFormer NYC Mayor Giuliani in Critical Condition, Trump SaysUS Has Opened a Passage Through Hormuz, Central Command SaysBeijing Tells Chi

(Bloomberg) -- Oil held the bulk of a sharp gain after fighting flared in the Middle East, with the US and Iran exchanging fire, renewed attacks on energy infrastructure, and vessels hit near the Strait of Hormuz.Most Read from BloombergChina’s Unprecedented Defiance of US Sanctions Triggers ShowdownUS and Iran Trade Fire in Gulf, Jolting Four-Week-Old CeasefireFormer NYC Mayor Giuliani in Critical Condition, Trump SaysUS Has Opened a Passage Through Hormuz, Central Command SaysBeijing Tells Chi

Chevron, ticker NYSE:CVX, is in talks to acquire stakes in major Iraqi oilfields, potentially taking over positions held by Russian companies. The negotiations center on large producing fields that are important to Iraq's output and to global oil supply. Any agreement could adjust the balance of international players in Iraq's energy sector and influence regional energy ties among the U.S., Russia and China. For investors watching NYSE:CVX, this development comes with the stock trading...

With crude prices hovering above $100 per barrel, investors may be wondering which oil giant is the better investment after their stronger-than-expected Q1 results.

Companies are prioritizing dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction instead of expanding output or capex.