⚡️XLE Sees Largest Daily Inflow Since April Despite Geopolitical Tensions, USO Drops | Energy Sector Insights
The energy sector is trailing broader markets despite heightened geopolitical tensions and rising crude prices. Notably, $199M in single-day inflows signals investor interest remains strong.
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Monday, June 16
XLE [-0.7%]
Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) is currently down by 0.7%. This decline comes amid escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly following Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, which have raised concerns about potential oil supply disruptions. Crude oil prices have surged due to fears surrounding the stability of key shipping routes, notably the Strait of Hormuz. Despite these tensions, XLE saw significant inflows of $199 million in a single day, marking the largest daily influx since late April, with total weekly inflows reaching $470 million. Over the past week, XLE has outperformed the S&P 500 by 6%, coinciding with an increase in West Texas Intermediate crude prices. Social media discussions reflect mixed sentiment, highlighting that XLE was the only sector in negative territory today. Meanwhile, Brent crude prices have declined significantly, which may influence XLE's performance.