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Monday, August 26

XLE [+1.2%]
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) has experienced a price increase of 1.2% since Friday. Key contributors to this performance include notable gains from XOM, CVX, COP, EOG, and SLB. EOG Resources has received an upgraded price target from Tudor Pickering Holt, now set at $129. Social media discussions reveal subdued activity in the energy sector, with emphasis on critical support levels, particularly the 200-day moving average. In macroeconomic news, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's indication of potential interest rate cuts has weakened the U.S. dollar. Additionally, oil prices have surged amid geopolitical tensions, including Israel's actions against Hezbollah and Libya's oil production halts. Brent crude oil prices have also risen significantly, which may correlate with XLE's movement.

USO [+3.2%]
The United States Oil Fund LP has seen an increase of 3.1% as a result of several significant developments. Libya's eastern government announced a complete halt to oil production and exports, raising concerns over potential supply disruptions. Concurrently, escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have heightened geopolitical risks, contributing to a surge in crude oil prices. West Texas Intermediate rose by 2.55% to $76.75, while Brent crude prices also reflected a rise of 2.6% since Friday. Analysts predict that ongoing tensions in the Middle East will keep oil prices elevated, with Brent crude expected to trade between $75 and $85 per barrel in September.

BOIL [-1.6%]
ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas (BOIL) has seen a decline of 3.2% since Friday. The natural gas market has dropped significantly, with a reported decline of 3.4%. The daily return currently stands at a negative value. This downturn coincides with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's comments suggesting potential interest rate cuts in September, which have contributed to a weaker U.S. dollar against major currencies. Additionally, escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly between Israel and Hezbollah, have raised concerns regarding possible disruptions in energy supplies. These developments are influencing the current dynamics in the natural gas market.

XOM | $118.56 | +1.9% | +10.3B

CVX | $149.78 | +1.5% | +4.0B

COP | $114.34 | +2.7% | +3.5B

DVN | +2.0% | +567.1M
Devon Energy Corp has experienced a price increase, moving higher alongside the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production sub-sector. The stock rose 1.7% since the previous close, influenced by a significant increase in the United States Oil Fund following Libya's announcement to halt oil production and exports, which has raised supply concerns. Additionally, Brent crude oil prices have also risen, reflecting broader market dynamics amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the region. These movements in oil-related assets are historically correlated with Devon's price action.

CNQ | +2.1% | +1.7B
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (CNQ) has increased by 2.1%, aligning with significant movements in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production sub-sector. This rise coincides with a notable increase in the United States Oil Fund LP and WTI crude oil prices. Additionally, CNQ has announced a $350 million investment in a tailings improvement project at its Horizon mine, which aims to enhance hydrocarbon recovery. This initiative is expected to boost synthetic crude oil production capacity to nearly 280,000 barrels per day by the end of 2027, recovering at least half of the hydrocarbons lost to tailings. The project is projected to save $700 million in future reclamation costs and is set to become operational in Q3 2027, alongside a request for an increase in Horizon's regulatory production limit.

COP | +1.5% | +2.0B
Conocophillips (COP) has increased, aligning with significant upward movement in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production sub-sector. This rise coincides with a notable increase in the United States Oil Fund LP (USO), driven by Libya's halt to oil production and heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Additionally, Brent crude oil prices have risen, reflecting broader market dynamics that are likely influencing COP's price movement.

TALO | +2.5% | +54.7M
Talos Energy Inc has experienced a notable increase, aligning with the broader upward movement in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production sub-sector. Concurrently, Brent crude oil prices have also risen significantly. In company-specific news, Talos Energy has announced its participation in several upcoming investor conferences. Tim Duncan, President and CEO, is set to present at the Barclays 38th Annual CEO Energy-Power Conference in New York on September 4, 2024. He will also participate in the Pareto Securities 31st Annual Energy Conference in Oslo on September 11, 2024, and at the Pickering Energy Partners Energy Conference in Austin on September 18, 2024. Presentations from these conferences will be available via audio webcast, with a replay accessible for a limited time.

DRQ | +2.4% | +13.4M
Dril-Quip Inc (DRQ) has experienced a price increase, aligning with the significant upward movement in the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services sub-sector. This broader sector performance is reflected in the rise of the United States Oil Fund LP and Brent crude oil prices. In company-specific news, Dril-Quip and Innovex Downhole Solutions have withdrawn their charter amendment proposal related to their proposed merger, thus removing the need for stockholder approval on governance matters post-merger. Both companies reaffirmed their commitment to complete the merger, with a special stockholder meeting scheduled for September 5, 2024, to address remaining proposals.

PBA | +1.2% | +281.5M
Pembina Pipeline Corp is experiencing a price increase, aligning with significant upward movement in the Oil & Gas Storage & Transportation sub-sector. The company is also trading with an unusually high share of market volume today. Additionally, National Bank Financial has raised Pembina's price target to Cdn$57.00 from Cdn$53.00 while maintaining a Sector Perform rating. This revision reflects a positive reassessment of the company's financial outlook, suggesting an optimistic view of Pembina's potential in the market.

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