U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on countries that buy Venezuelan oil.
W&T (WTI) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
WTI crude oil rises near key resistance as Iran sanctions and OPEC+ cuts tighten supply, boosting the short-term oil outlook.
Recent Iran-related sanctions provide material support to oil markets.
Oil markets are moving towards weekly highs.
Oil markets move higher despite rising crude inventories.
Gasoline inventories declined by 0.5 million barrels from the previous week.
Oil traders ignore rising tensions in the Middle East.
WTI crude oil faces bearish pressure, while natural gas corrects from the strong resistance zone.
Oil traders worry about the safety of supply routes in the Middle East.
Vital is projected to generate $301 million in free cash flow at $67 WTI oil. The company is helped by having 74% of its oil production hedged at an average of $74.75. Vital's 2025 oil production expectations were reduced by 2,000 barrels per day due to some drilling delays and underperforming wells.
Oil markets stay range-bound as traders wait for additional catalysts.