New York Post
03 Jul 2026, 20:28 UTC · 22h ago
Big Oil heads for biggest profits in years as Trump pushes for lower gas prices
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New York Post
03 Jul 2026, 20:28 UTC · 22h ago
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Exxon Mobil and Chevron are projected to report second-quarter profits more than three times higher than the first quarter, with estimated adjusted net incomes of $15.9 billion and $9.9 billion respectively. — Substantial earnings beats and strong cash flow typically drive share price appreciation for the specific companies involved.
+0.60The U.S. Justice Department is examining potential gasoline price gouging, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned of additional administrative measures to lower retail prices. — Regulatory scrutiny and potential government intervention in pricing create significant legal and operational risk for oil majors.
-0.50Major oil companies are expected to prioritize shareholder returns through expanded stock buybacks rather than increasing production levels. — Buybacks reduce share count and increase earnings per share, which is generally viewed positively by equity investors.
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Gasoline and diesel refining margins reached their highest levels since mid-2022, with gasoline averaging $25 per barrel and diesel $45 per barrel in Q2. — Elevated refining margins directly boost the profitability of integrated oil companies' downstream segments.
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Expected to report significantly higher quarterly profits and adjusted net income of $9.9 billion.
Expected to report significantly higher quarterly profits and adjusted net income of $15.9 billion.
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