United States Oil Fund, LP (USO)
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Top ETF Areas of Last Week Amid Oil Shock and Safe-Haven Surge
GLD, USO and VXX surged last week as Middle East tensions drove market volatility and risk-off trades.
Oil ETFs Jump on Escalation in Middle East Tensions
USO, BNO and DBO surge as the Middle East conflict sparks a 12% spike in crude, marking oil's best week since 2022.
Buffett Loves Occidental Petroleum—Should You? 4 Pros, 3 Cons
Despite a 21.4% drop in oil prices off its January 16, 2025, peak as measured by the United States Oil Fund, LP NYSEARCA: USO or the 23.7% drop in its stock year-to-date (YTD) stock price as of April 11, 2025, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. NYSE: BRK.A NYSE: BRK.B has not sold a single share of OXY this year.
USO ETF stock forms perfect triangle: more pain before rebound
The United States Oil Fund (USO) ETF lacked enough momentum to stage its first weekly gain after being in the red for four consecutive weeks. Earlier in Friday's session, it had rallied to a level last hit over a week ago.
Oil ETF (USO) Hits New 52-Week High
For investors seeking momentum, United States Oil Fund USO is probably on radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 27.7% from its 52-week low price of $66.02/share.
Should You Buy Oil ETFs on Its Best Weekly Run Since July?
Oil ETFs have gained over the past week, but the potential for a sustained rally appears weak.
Oil Prices Fall for the Second Consecutive Year: ETFs in Focus
Oil prices declined for the second successive year in 2024. The outlook seems weak for 2025, too.
Why Betting on Oil Over Gold Could Pay Off Big in 2025
The premium on gold's price might be cooling off, especially as the geopolitical conflicts start to cool as nations gear up for the new United States administration. This is why gold's price has ranged and struggled to break above $2,700 per ounce, making other discounted commodities, like crude oil, a better buy when seen from a risk-to-reward setup.
USO: Oil After Today's Election
Expect significant volatility in crude oil prices post-U.S. election, influenced by energy policy, Middle East conflicts, and Chinese economic stimulus. Gasoline prices are bearish due to off season trends, but the election and geopolitical factors could disrupt this pattern. The U.S. election outcome will shape energy policy: Harris favors renewable fuels, potentially stabilizing prices; Trump supports increased hydrocarbon production, likely lowering prices.
As Royal Mail satisfaction dips, Ofcom repeats concerns over USO sustainability
Communications regulator Ofcom's latest Post Monitoring Report has detailed the latest customer satisfaction trends in the UK's postal sector, with International Distributions Services PLC (LSE:IDS)-owed Royal Mail coming somewhere in the middle. Amazon and DHL led the sector with high customer satisfaction ratings (56% and 55% respectively) for contact processes, while Evri and Yodel reported the lowest satisfaction scores in contact processes.
Exxon Mobil Faces Q3 Challenges Amid Declining Oil Prices and Refining Margins
Exxon Mobil (XOM, Financial) is set to report its Q3 results in late October, highlighting the impact of declining oil prices and weaker refining margins on its earnings. The company anticipates a hit to its Q3 profits due to these factors, with an estimated $600 million to $1 billion loss in its upstream business from softer oil prices and another $600 million to $1 billion loss from significantly lower industry refining margins, which are normalizing from the historically high levels of the previous year.
Middle East Tensions Rise: Correction Ahead?
With geopolitical tensions rising and tax selling in full swing, some October volatility is possible. However, Stock Strategist Andrew Rocco explains why its far too early to panic.
