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Friday, July 26

XLE [+0.5%]
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund increased by +0.6% since the previous close, in line with the broader market trend. Top contributors to the ETF's performance included CVX, BKR, XOM, SLB, and WMB. Baker Hughes Co's stock rose following announcements of gas tech equipment orders exceeding $3 billion, while CF Industries revealed an emissions reduction project with ExxonMobil. Energy stocks like MC and MPC dropped, and the energy sector represented by XLE was the only S&P sector in decline, falling by -0.47%. Recent economic data showed robust U.S. economic growth in Q2, potentially influencing energy consumption patterns. Additionally, a decrease in crude oil inventories and easing inflationary pressures may impact energy markets positively.

USO [-1.3%]
United States Oil Fund LP's price decreased due to declining oil prices influenced by a key U.S. inflation measure easing in June, strengthening expectations for a September interest rate cut. The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported the June Personal Consumption Expenditures Index at a 2.5% annualized pace, aligning with market expectations, impacting market sentiment towards potential rate cuts. Concerns about weak Chinese oil demand further pressured crude oil prices, affecting the overall market and subsequently impacting United States Oil Fund LP's performance. Additionally, oil (Brent) prices dropped due to the U.S. economy growing at a 2.8% annualized rate in Q2, surpassing expectations, indicating robust demand potentially boosting crude oil prices as consumption rises.

BOIL [-2.4%]
ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas (BOIL) has decreased by -1.5% since Thursday's close, coinciding with a stronger-than-expected U.S. GDP growth rate for Q2 and a notable 3.7 million barrel decline in U.S. crude oil inventories. These developments have heightened expectations for future crude oil demand, potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, and have impacted natural gas prices due to energy market dynamics, including XNG/USD movements.

RYDAF | $35.71 | -1.9% | -4.3B

CVX | $158.80 | +0.7% | +2.0B

BKR | $37.30 | +4.8% | +1.8B

E | +4.3% | +4.2B
Eni SpA's stock price increased by 4.23% today following the company's Q2 earnings report, which showed a decline in profit but exceeded expectations with an adjusted EBIT of €4.1 billion. The rise was driven by a 6% increase in hydrocarbon production and growth in renewables capacity. Eni also announced a higher dividend for FY 2024, a €1.6 billion share buyback plan, and progress in its disposal plan, with clear visibility on net proceeds. Additionally, Eni secured an exclusivity agreement with KKR for a stake sale in Enilive, valued at €11.5 billion-€12.5 billion, contributing to the positive stock performance today.

BKR | +4.4% | +1.6B
Baker Hughes Co's stock price rose by 4.5% today, outperforming its sector peers. The increase follows a strong Q2 profit beat driven by international market strength, with international revenue rising significantly. The CEO anticipates robust gas technology equipment orders exceeding $3 billion for the year, emphasizing growth opportunities in various regions beyond 2024. Additionally, expectations for increased demand in data centers and AI have been highlighted, with better-than-expected Q2 earnings and a 5% dividend increase compared to the previous year.

NOV | +4.7% | +364.5M
Nov Inc's stock price increased by 4.7% since Thursday's close, outperforming its sector peers and trading with high market volume. The rise coincides with the company's strong Q2 2024 results, driven by international and offshore market demand, offsetting North American decline. Nov Inc reported higher-than-expected earnings per share at $0.57 and revenues at $2.2B, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 12.7%, the highest since 2015. Management anticipates low- to mid-single digit revenue growth and an Adjusted EBITDA range of $1.10 billion to $1.18 billion for Q3 and full year 2024, aligning with analysts' "buy" rating and a $24.00 median price target.

KMI | +1.4% | +652.5M
Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) saw a 0.8% price increase following the sale of 21,413 shares by V.P. of Natural Gas Pipelines, Mody Sital K, at an average price of $21.25. Truist Securities raised KMI's price target from $20 to $22 while maintaining a Hold rating, aligning with analysts' neutral stance with a slightly positive bias towards the stock.

SLB | +2.0% | +1.4B
Schlumberger NV (SLB) increased by 0.8% since the previous close, while Nov Inc (NOV) rose by 7.53% today due to strong Q2 2024 financial results, driven by robust international and offshore market demand, strategic initiatives, and an optimistic outlook for Q3 and full year 2024. Additionally, Schlumberger NV is underperforming its sector peers.

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