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Baker Hughes Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) shares are trading lower on Wednesday after it secured a multi-year contract with Dubai Petroleum Establishment (DPE) on behalf of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44490272/baker-hughes-awarded-integrated-coiled-tubing-drilling-contract-for-dubai-petroleum-establishments" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dubai Supply Authority</a>.
As per the deal, it will deliver integrated coiled-tubing drilling services for the Margham Gas storage project.
By delivering coiled-tubing drilling services, Baker Hughes expands its role in the Margham Gas project, which leverages the mature Margham field.
In addition to supplying Integrated Compressor Line (ICL) units for gas storage, injection, and export, Baker Hughes&#8217; comprehensive solutions contribute to building a more reliable and lower-emission power system.
This initiative aims to enhance Dubai's energy stability by improving the system's flexibility to switch between natural gas and solar power.
The project leverages Baker Hughes&#8217; proficiency in integrating coiled-tubing drilling, under-balanced drilling, and its advanced CoilTrak bottomhole assembly (BHA) system.
CoilTrak enhances horizontal drilling by improving navigation through subsurface formations, optimizing reservoir contact, an essential factor for efficient underground gas storage.
Amerino Gatti, executive vice president of Oilfield Services &amp; Equipment at Baker Hughes said, &#8220;Our integrated solutions approach combines industry-leading technology and expertise across the energy value chain to help DPE scale-up and develop reliable, secure and lower-carbon power solutions for their country.&#8221;
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: BKR shares are down 1.15% at 444.66 at the last check Wednesday.
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Baker Hughes Lands Multi-Year Deal For Dubai Gas Project

On Thursday, Baker Hughes Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) received a contract from TURBINE-X Energy Inc. to supply its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44300005/baker-hughes-secures-order-to-provide-reliable-and-efficient-power-to-u-s-data-centers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NovaLT gas turbine technology</a>.
The NovaLT gas turbine is a versatile multi-fuel solution capable of starting up and operating on a range of fuels, including natural gas, hydrogen blends, and 100% hydrogen.
As part of the deal, Baker Hughes will supply equipment, such as gears and power generation generator technology, for several data center projects throughout North America.
This technology is aimed at meeting the growing power demands from the data center industry.
Baker Hughes executive vice president Ganesh Ramaswamy credits &#8220;surging demand for generative AI&#8221; for increasing opportunities for the company&#8217;s power generation solutions to support behind-the-meter power requirements for data centers.
This announcement comes after Baker Hughes disclosed a partnership with&nbsp;Frontier Infrastructure&nbsp;to accelerate large-scale carbon capture and storage <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/25/03/44084457/baker-hughes-partners-with-frontier-on-carbon-capture-push-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">(CCS)&nbsp;and power solutions in the U.S this month</a>.
Last week, the company said today that it has been&nbsp;selected&nbsp;by the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Defense's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office to explore opportunities <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/25/03/44277984/whats-going-on-with-baker-hughes-stock-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">in geothermal energy development</a>.
The company will announce the results of the first quarter <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">on&nbsp;Tuesday, April 22, 2025</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: BKR shares are up 0.38% at $42.64 premarket at the last check Thursday.
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Baker Hughes' NovaLT Gas Turbines To Power Data Centers Amid Growing AI Demand

Baker Hughes Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) disclosed a partnership with Frontier Infrastructure to accelerate large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44074914/baker-hughes-frontier-infrastructure-announce-partnership-to-accelerate-development-of-carbon-capt" rel="noreferrer noopener">and power solutions in the U.S</a>.
Under the agreement, Baker Hughes will contribute advanced technology solutions and resources to support CCS, power generation, and data center projects.
Notably, Frontier is developing the Sweetwater Carbon Storage Hub, a 100,000-acre open-access sequestration site in Wyoming.
Designed for industrial emitters and Midwest ethanol facilities, its CO₂-by-rail strategy sets a new standard for scalable carbon storage.
With three Class VI permits secured, drilling is underway, with first injection planned by late 2025.
Frontier is expanding its infrastructure with 256 megawatts (MW) of gas-fired generation to meet growing power demands in Wyoming, the Mountain West, and Texas, driven by data center and industrial growth.
Baker Hughes&#8217; NovaLT gas turbines will be used to enhance power generation, ensuring efficient and flexible energy delivery.
Baker Hughes anticipates receiving orders as Frontier&#8217;s projects advance under this agreement. Frontier is a portfolio company of Tailwater Capital, a private equity firm specializing in integrated energy and environmental infrastructure investments.
Last month, Baker Hughes disclosed the appointment of Ahmed Moghal as its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/management/25/02/43918982/baker-hughes-appoints-ahmed-moghal-as-cfo-reaffirms-growth-targets">new chief financial officer.</a>
Also, the company reiterated its first-quarter and full-year 2025 guidance of another strong year of EBITDA growth, targeting a 20% EBITDA margin for its OFSE segment in 2025 and&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">for the IET segment in 2026</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: BKR shares are up 0.65% at $44.88 at the last check Monday.
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Baker Hughes Partners with Frontier On Carbon Capture Push: Details

Baker Hughes Company&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) shares are trading lower on Monday. The company disclosed the appointment of Ahmed Moghal as its new <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/43911780" rel="noreferrer noopener">chief financial officer, effective immediately.</a>
He will succeed Nancy Buese, who, by mutual agreement with the company, ceased to serve as CFO effective today. She will transition to a strategic adviser role and will leave the company on April 30, 2025.
Moghal, who is currently serving as CFO of the company&#8217;s Industrial &amp; Energy Technology (IET) business, previously held senior roles across various business and corporate functions.
Lorenzo Simonelli, Baker Hughes chairman and chief executive officer, said, &#8220;The news we are announcing today reflects the substantial progress Baker Hughes has made in executing our strategic transformation. Reflecting on the financial successes achieved during Horizon 1, we drove record results last year while taking key actions across the Company to significantly expand margins.&#8221;
&#8220;As part of his previous roles in Baker Hughes, and as well as currently leading free cash flow efforts across the Company, Moghal has developed unique insights into our business and broad portfolio that will ensure we efficiently allocate capital to drive profitable growth while remaining focused on continuous margin improvement.&#8221;
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Outlook: The company reiterated its first-quarter and full-year 2025 guidance of another strong year of EBITDA growth, targeting a 20% EBITDA margin for its OFSE segment in 2025 and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">for the IET segment in 2026</a>.
Additionally, the company is committed to returning 60% to 80% of<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener"> free cash flow to shareholders</a>.
Last month, Baker Hughes reported fourth-quarter adjusted EPS of $0.70, surpassing the $0.63 estimate, and sales of $7.36 billion, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/g43356061/baker-hughes-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the $7.08 billion estimate</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: BKR shares are down 1.67% at $44.86 at the last check Monday.
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Baker Hughes Appoints Ahmed Moghal As CFO, Reaffirms Growth Targets

Baker Hughes Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>) disclosed several transactions and partnerships at the Baker Hughes <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BKR" rel="noreferrer noopener">2025 Annual Meeting in Florence</a>.
ExxonMobil Contract: Baker Hughes secured a contract from Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) Guyana to supply specialty chemicals and services for the Uaru and Whiptail offshore <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43426683/baker-hughes-secures-major-chemicals-award-from-exxonmobil-guyana-for-fpsos" rel="noreferrer noopener">developments in the Stabroek Block</a>.
Uaru and Whiptail are ExxonMobil Guyana&#8217;s fifth and sixth projects, featuring up to 20 drill centers and 92 wells.
Each FPSO will have a capacity of 250,000 barrels per day, raising the country's total production capacity to 1.3 million barrels per day.
The multi-year contract covers topsides, subsea, water injection, and utility chemicals for the Errea Wittu and Jaguar FPSOs, set to begin production in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
Hanwha Partnership: Baker Hughes inked a joint Development and Collaboration Agreement (JDCA) with Hanwha Power Systems and Hanwha Ocean to develop a small-size <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43426721/baker-hughes-and-hanwha-announce-partnership-to-develop-small-size-ammonia-turbines" rel="noreferrer noopener">turbine for ammonia applications</a>.
The turbine will combine Baker Hughes&#8217; gas turbine technology with Hanwha&#8217;s ammonia combustion system.
Baker and Hanwha plan to complete full engine testing with ammonia by the end of 2027, after which the ~16MW turbine will be available for commercial orders.
Argent LNG Contract: The company has been chosen by Argent LNG as the liquefaction solution and services provider for its proposed LNG <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/02/g43427007/argent-lng-selects-baker-hughes-as-technology-provider-strengthening-project" rel="noreferrer noopener">export facility in Port Fourchon, Louisiana</a>.
Baker Hughes will supply liquefaction technology, power generation equipment, and gas compression systems for the facility, which aims to produce approximately 24 MTPA of LNG.
Last month, Baker Hughes reported fourth-quarter adjusted EPS&nbsp;of $0.70, beating the consensus of $0.63 and sales&nbsp;of $7.36 billion, exceeding <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/g43356061/baker-hughes-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">the street view of&nbsp;$7.08 billion</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: BKR shares are up 0.39% at $46.36 premarket at the last check Monday.
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Baker Hughes Lands ExxonMobil Guyana Deal, Partners With Hanwha On Ammonia Turbines

SLB Capturi, a joint venture&nbsp;between Schlumberger (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) and Aker Solutions, secured an engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b43220800/slb-capturi-and-aker-solutions-win-contract-to-deliver-carbon-capture-solution-for-hafslund-celsio" rel="noreferrer noopener">(EPCIC) contract from Hafslund Celsio</a>.
The company plans to deliver a carbon capture solution at its Klemetsrud waste-to-energy facility in Oslo.
The contract includes a carbon capture plant, liquefaction system, temporary storage, and a loading facility at the waste incineration site, along with an intermediate CO2 storage and ship loading system at Oslo harbor.
The project will use SLB Capturi&#8217;s modularized Just Catch 400 unit, which enables a cost-effective solution by minimizing onsite footprint, installation, and outfitting work.
The plant is expected to capture 350,000 metric tons of CO2 annually, upon operational, which will be transported to the Northern Lights storage facility.
The EPCIC award follows a cost-reduction phase that identified efficiencies, including layout optimization.
The project is part of Longship, Norway&#8217;s full value-chain CCS initiative. Hafslund Celsio&#8217;s project is the second carbon capture plant in Longship, with SLB Capturi also delivering the carbon capture plant at Heidelberg Materials&#8217; Brevik cement facility in collaboration with Aker Solutions.
Martin S. Lundby, chief executive officer at Hafslund Celsio, stated, &#8220;Our partners bring valuable expertise from large industrial developments both in Norway and internationally. Together, we will construct a carbon capture solution that is expected to be operational by third quarter 2029.&#8221;
&#8220;This project is a testament to important public and private collaboration to build an industrial value chain for carbon capture and storage. The project will also significantly contribute to reducing emissions and will create value for both industry and society,&#8221; added Kjetel Digre, CEO of Aker Solutions.
Last week, SLB, along with Star Energy Geothermal, a subsidiary of Indonesian renewable energy company&nbsp;Barito Renewables, entered into a partnership to<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43135328/slb-teams-up-with-star-energy-geothermal-to-advance-geothermal-tech" rel="noreferrer noopener"> boost geothermal technology</a>.
Recently, the company reported&nbsp;better-than-expected fourth-quarter 2024 results, with revenue of $9.28 billion, beating the consensus of $9.18 billion. Adjusted EPS increased 7% to 92 cents,&nbsp;above <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43055401/schlumberger-posts-strong-q4-results-raises-dividend-and-buybacks-championx-deal-to-strengthen-future-growth" rel="noreferrer noopener">the consensus of 90 cents</a>.
SLB raised its dividend by 3.6% and initiated $2.3 billion in accelerated share repurchase, boosting shareholder returns.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are down 0.40% at $42.08 premarket at the last check Monday.
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Schlumberger JV Lands Carbon Capture Deal In Oslo, Norway: Details

Several analysts lowered the price target following Halliburton Company&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) mixed fourth-quarter results and weak <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/hal/analyst-ratings">guidance reported Wednesday.</a>
Halliburton reported revenue decline of 2.3% year-over-year to $5.610 billion, missing the consensus of $5.63 billion. Adjusted EPS was 70 cents, down from 86 cents a year ago and above <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/01/43131221/halliburton-faces-mixed-q4-with-north-american-weakness-but-global-gains-and-cash-flow-bolster-optimism">the consensus of 69 cents</a>.
Stifel analyst Stephen Gengaro lowered the price target from $42 to $37, while maintaining a Buy rating.
The analyst says that Halliburton reported solid results but issued weak guidance for the first quarter and 2025.
Gengaro highlights international revenue headwinds from Mexico and pricing concessions on fully contracted North American frac fleets, which may pressure C&amp;P margins.
Despite these challenges, the company's long-term growth outlook remains strong, driven by its product portfolio, service quality, technology focus, and geographic diversity. Robust free cash flow should continue to support shareholder returns, adds the analyst.
The analyst cut the 2025 EBITDA estimate to $4.665 billion from $5.296 billion and introduced a 2026 EBITDA forecast of $5.330 billion.
Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs analyst Neil Mehta lowered the price target from $36 to $34, while keeping the Buy rating.
The analyst updated estimates following the results to reflect company guidance and a softer activity environment.
In particular, the analyst revised EBITDA estimates by -7% for 2025 and -8% for 2026.
Mehta said management's focus on technology, particularly digital solutions and automation, should reinforce its competitive position and drive margin expansion.
While the analyst anticipates a modest decline in 2025 revenue, strong free cash flow remains a key strength, with an estimated $2.4 billion in FCF (~10% yield) and a 7% total capital return yield.
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Also, Piper Sandler analyst Derek Podhaizer reiterated an Overweight rating and a price target of $36.
The analyst writes that Halliburton shares fell after lowering 2025 expectations, guiding NAM revenue to decline low- to mid-single digits year-over-year and international revenue to remain flat.
Podhaizer expects a meaningful first-quarter of 2025 decline, with EBIT margins contracting over 100bps due to lower U.S. frac pricing.
While consensus estimates must adjust downward, the analyst trims EBITDA estimates by -8% for the first quarter, -2% for FY25, and -4% for FY26, aligning with the view that NAM will bottom before international.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) and Invesco Oil &amp; Gas Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXJ#NYSE">PXJ</a>).
Price Action: HAL shares are down 1.1% at $28.13 at last check Thursday.
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Halliburton Analysts Trim Forecasts After Softer 2025 Guidance

Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) shares are trading lower on Wednesday. The company secured several major drilling contracts from Shell PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHEL#NYSE">SHEL</a>).
These contracts will support capital-efficient energy development across deep- and ultra-deepwater assets in the UK North Sea, Trinidad and Tobago, the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b42872559/slb-awarded-multi-region-deepwater-contracts-by-shell-to-support-capital-efficient-energy-developm" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gulf of Mexico, and other locations.</a>
The projects, set to be delivered over three years, will leverage SLB&#8217;s AI-enabled digital drilling capabilities alongside its expertise in ultra-deepwater environments.
This combination aims to consistently deliver more efficient wells, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
The contracts will cover digital directional drilling services, hardware, logging while drilling, surface logging, cementing, drilling and completions fluids, completions, and wireline services.
Last month, SLB disclosed that its OneSubsea joint venture won a contract from Petrobras, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42459584/slb-onesubsea-awarded-subsea-boosting-contract-by-petrobras-for-the-b-zios-field-offshore-brazil" rel="noreferrer noopener">following a competitive tender</a>.
The contract involves the provision of two subsea raw seawater injection systems to enhance recovery from the Búzios field.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>) and VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are down 1.69% at $38.71 at the last check Wednesday.
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Oil prices kicked off the week with a notable rally, driven by OPEC+'s decision to postpone an anticipated production increase ahead of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-election">imminent U.S. presidential elections. </a>
The oil cartel and its allies, including Russia, opted to delay plans to ramp up output by another month, citing ongoing market weakness and sluggish demand.
On Monday, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude — as closely tracked by the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) — surged as much as 3% to hit $71.50 per barrel, its highest since Oct. 25, while Brent crude rose 2.7% to reach $75 per barrel.
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These gains effectively erased last week&#8217;s losses, which followed Israel's limited response to Iran — a development that experts said reduced the risk of a broader conflict in the Middle East, providing temporary relief for oil markets.
OPEC+ announced on Sunday that it would maintain its production cut of 2.2 million barrels per day (bpd) through December. 
Originally, the group had planned to increase output by 180,000 bpd in December, but it conditioned this hike on favorable price conditions. 
The next formal meeting of OPEC+ ministers is scheduled for December 1, although the group has the flexibility to convene extraordinary meetings or alter its policies at any time.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">US Sanctions Policy Could Shape Future Of Oil</h3>
The outcome of the upcoming U.S. presidential election could be crucial for the oil market, particularly with regard to sanctions policies that affect OPEC+ producers like Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. 
&#8220;After plummeting during the first Trump administration, production in Iran and Venezuela has recovered under President Joe Biden, with the focus of sanctions moving to Russia,&#8221; wrote S&amp;P Global. 
Combined, Iran and Venezuela pumped 4.15 million bpd in September, up from 3.2 million bpd in February 2022, according to Platts' OPEC+ Survey by Commodity Insights, as both countries are exempt from quotas under the OPEC+ agreement, allowing them to pump as much as they can. 
Sanctions policy is expected to remain a key factor influencing the global oil supply, particularly amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in Ukraine and the Middle East.
The Biden-Harris administration has imposed extensive sanctions on Russia, aiming to weaken its military capabilities and hinder its economic resources that support the ongoing war in Ukraine. These sanctions, coordinated with allies like the G7 and EU, target key areas, including Russia&#8217;s defense sector, critical supply chains, and financial networks.
However, Jim Burkhard, vice president of research at S&amp;P Global Commodity Insights, suggested that a second Donald Trump administration might be more inclined to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41303548/kremlin-critic-warns-russia-could-grow-stronger-if-trump-wins-white-house-will-basically-be-handing">loosen sanctions on Russia</a>. 
Both parties are likely to maintain pressure on Iran given its ongoing conflict with Israel.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">US Energy ETFs To Watch Amid Rising Oil Prices</h3>
The surge in oil prices could buoy U.S. energy stocks, particularly those tied to exploration, production, and refining. Here are five key U.S. energy ETFs that may see gains as crude prices continue their upward trend:
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<li>SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Explor. &amp; Product ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>)</li>
<li>Invesco Oil &amp; Gas Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PXJ#NYSE">PXJ</a>)</li>
<li>VanEck Oil Refiners ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRAK#NYSE">CRAK</a>)</li>
<li>EA Series Trust Strive U.S. Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRLL#NYSE">DRLL</a>)</li>
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Oil Prices Spike By Over 3% As OPEC+ Delays Production Increases Ahead Of US Elections: 5 Energy ETFs To Watch Monday

Analysts cut the price target on BP p.l.c. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) following the company&#8217;s third quarter results reported on Tuesday.
BP&#8217;s revenue fell short at $47.25 billion, below the $52.56 billion consensus, with oil production down <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41598840/bp-stock-drops-as-q3-revenue-misses-mark-production-declines-debt-rises" rel="noreferrer noopener">6% year over year</a>.
For FY24, BP&nbsp;continues to expect&nbsp;both reported and underlying upstream production to be&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">slightly higher than the prior year</a>.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, the company continues to expect $25 billion&nbsp;of divestments and other proceeds from the second half of 2020 through 2025.
RBC Capital Markets analyst Biraj Borkhataria lowered the price target to 480p (from 525p) while reiterating the Sector Perform rating.
The analyst writes that BP faced significant challenges lately, and without an improving macroeconomic environment, they believe the investment case remains weak.
The company appears to have missed an opportunity in 2022-23, a peak period in the cycle, to significantly reduce its leverage, adds the analyst.
Borkhataria says that this oversight has left its distribution program less resilient compared to its peers.
The analyst observed a stronger focus on the balance sheet this quarter compared to previous periods, with net debt increasing from $33.3 billion to $35.3 billion (including leases).
Borkhataria expects this figure to rise to approximately $40 billion by the end of the year.
The analyst says that BP requires a reset of expectations ahead of its February 2025 Capital Markets Day (CMD).
Adjusting the &#8216;surplus&#8217; payout ratio seems prudent, and the analyst believes it would be wise to allocate more cash towards strengthening the balance sheet.
Given the lackluster returns in recent years, Borkhataria thinks that prioritizing de-leveraging over growth capital expenditures in the transition engines should be the focus.
The analyst&#8217;s revised EPS estimates reflect a decrease of 6% for 2024 and 10% for 2025, primarily due to lower refining earnings, partially balanced by increased contributions from gas and low-carbon initiatives.
Goldman Sachs analyst Michele Della Vigna reduced the price target to 560p from 580p while reaffirming the Buy rating. Also, the analyst reduced the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BP/analyst-ratings">ADR price target to $44.0 from $46.0.</a>
The analyst anticipates lower oil and gas price realizations than expected, particularly for European gas, which may result in diminished earnings and cash flow generation.
Additionally, lower-than-expected recovery rates in mature offshore oil and gas fields could lead to higher decline rates than currently projected, ultimately resulting in lower production growth and cash flow than their current estimates, adds the analyst.
Vigna adjusted the estimates, resulting in EPS changes of approximately -2%, -7%, and -5% for 2024, 2025, and 2026, respectively, primarily due to lower refining margins and reduced oil trading profits.
Price Action: BP shares are down 0.66% at $29.17 at the last check Wednesday.
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Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) shares are trading lower on Tuesday. The company disclosed that its OneSubsea joint venture won a contract from BP p.l.c. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>) for a subsea boosting system as part of the greenfield development of the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41598382/slb-onesubsea-awarded-subsea-boosting-contract-for-bps-kaskida-project-in-gulf-of-mexico" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kaskida project in the deepwater U.S</a>.
This contract signifies an important achievement in the enduring collaboration between SLB OneSubsea and BP, as it is their inaugural engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreement for a subsea boosting system.
The project involves a supplier-led high-pressure subsea pump solution, featuring an integrated power and controls umbilical, as well as the requisite topside equipment.
The OneSubsea subsea boosting system is a crucial technology for bp&#8217;s inaugural Paleogene field development.
It will provide the necessary artificial lift to optimize production by enhancing reserve recovery while minimizing energy consumption.
This month, SLB reported revenue growth of 10.2% year over year to $9.159 billion, missing the consensus of $9.25 billion. Adjusted EPS increased 14% to 89 cents,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41401700/schlumberger-q3-earnings-mixed-results-as-middle-east-shines-and-latin-america-falters" rel="noreferrer noopener">above the consensus of 88 cents</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to SLB via&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) and&nbsp;IShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are down 2.38% at $40.41 at the last check Tuesday.
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Crude oil prices plummeted over 6% on Monday, approaching levels not seen since early October, as investors processed news of targeted <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41567809/oil-etfs-plunge-premarket-after-israels-strikes-on-iran">Israeli airstrikes in Iran</a>.
U.S. energy stocks followed suit during premarket trading in New York, with sector ETFs posting sharp losses at the start of the week. 
Contracts on West Texas Intermediate (WTI) light crude, as tracked by the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>), fell over 6% to around $67 per barrel on Monday morning, marking what could be the worst one-day drop since July 2022.
The sell-off followed Israeli airstrikes over the weekend that targeted military facilities in Iran but spared the country's oil infrastructure.
According to the Israel Defense Forces, the strikes were "targeted and precise," focusing on Iranian missile production and air defense installations. 
This measured response likely averted a deeper crisis in the oil market, as analysts warned that a broader assault on Iran's energy sector could have risked up to 1.7 million barrels per day (bpd) of Iranian crude exports and led to further regional destabilization. 
U.S. President Joe Biden had cautioned Israel against actions that would directly impact Iran's oil output, warning that such moves could prompt Tehran to retaliate by targeting oil shipping routes in the Middle East.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Analysts Expect Oil Prices To Remain Under Pressure</h3>
Goldman Sachs analysts had previously estimated that a sustained 1 million bpd disruption to Iranian oil supply could have pushed Brent prices up by $10–$20 per barrel. 
With no immediate threat to Iran's oil exports, the bank's forecast for Brent reaching the mid-$80s by late 2025 now appears overly optimistic compared to the consensus view.
The restrained nature of Israel's actions has led some analysts to predict that oil prices will remain subdued, especially in light of broader market dynamics. 
Warren Patterson, head of commodity strategy at ING Group, highlighted that Israel's focused response leaves "the door open for de-escalation," which seems to be reflected in Monday&#8217;s price action.
"If we do see some de-escalation, it would allow fundamentals to dictate price direction once again," Patterson explained, adding that a projected market surplus in 2025 &#8220;would mean that oil prices are&nbsp;likely to remain under pressure.&#8221;
Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank, indicated that crude prices have now retraced most of the gains made in early October, which were fueled by Chinese economic stimulus and concerns over potential disruptions to Iran's supply. Hansen pointed out that "sluggish demand" and the impending reintroduction of OPEC+ barrels could further weigh on oil prices.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">China's Declining Demand, OPEC+ Production Decisions Add To Bearish Sentiment</h3>
On the demand side, Chinese consumption—accounting for roughly 15% of global oil demand—has been trending downward since May 2024
According to Pascal Devaux, an economist at BNP Paribas, this decline is tied not only to China's economic slowdown but also to structural changes within its energy sector. "Around 45% of new car registrations in China are for electric vehicles, either battery-powered or hybrid," Devaux said, underscoring the impact of the country's low-carbon transition on oil demand.
Capital Economics forecasts that if OPEC+ follows through on its plan to unwind voluntary production cuts initiated in October, an increase in oil supply combined with weak demand growth could drive prices lower throughout the remainder of 2024 and into 2025.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">US Energy Stocks See Sharp Losses</h3>
Sector ETFs posted notable declines in early trading:
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<li>The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>), which tracks large-cap U.S. energy companies, was down 2.3% at the start of Monday's session. APA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APA#NASDAQ">APA</a>), Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>), and Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRO#NYSE">MRO</a>) all registered losses between 3% and 4%.</li>
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<li>SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>), a broader measure of exploration and production stocks, slid 2.8%. Kosmos Energy Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>) and Vital Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTLE#NYSE">VTLE</a>) are both down 4%.</li>
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<li>VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) dropped 1.7%. Companies like ProPetro Holding Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PUMP#NYSE">PUMP</a>), Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>), and Noble Corporation plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) were hit particularly hard, each falling by about 4%.</li>
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Crude Oil Faces Steepest One-Day Drop In Over Two Years, Energy Stocks Plunge: Prices 'Are Likely To Remain Under Pressure,' Analyst Says

The Israeli military confirmed on Thursday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41385179/hamas-chief-oct-7-mastermind-yahya-sinwar-possibly-dead-idf-conducts-dna-tests-after-gaza-clash">the death of Yahya Sinwar</a>, the top leader of Hamas, with one word: &#8220;Eliminated.&#8221; 
What Happened: Israel Defense Forces killed Sinwar — Israel's most wanted target since the war with Hamas began on Oct. 7 — in a firefight in Gaza.
Sinwar orchestrated an assault that killed about 1,200 people and led to the abduction of over 200 others.
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In a prepared <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/10/17/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-death-of-yahya-sinwar/">statement</a>, President Joe Biden said the IDF &#8220;relentlessly pursued Hamas's leaders&#8221; with the help of U.S. intelligence.
&#8220;There has rarely been a military campaign like this, with Hamas leaders living and moving through hundreds of miles of tunnels, organized in multiple stories underground, determined to protect themselves with no care for the civilians suffering above ground,&#8221; Biden said. 
&#8220;Today, however, proves once again that no terrorists anywhere in the world can escape justice, no matter how long it takes.&#8221;
Sinwar's body was retrieved after an exchange of fire on Wednesday, according to the <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/10/17/world/israel-lebanon-iran-gaza-news?campaign_id=190&amp;emc=edit_ufn_20241017&amp;instance_id=137113&amp;nl=from-the-times&amp;regi_id=136109156&amp;segment_id=180692&amp;user_id=e415429009fa21c5b8b4141c24d72bca">New York Times</a>, citing Israeli authorities. His identity was verified using dental records and fingerprints that matched those on file, Israel Police said. There was no immediate response from Hamas regarding his death.
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Why It Matters: Sinwar's killing marks a significant development in the yearlong conflict. 
So far, the war in Gaza devastated the region and its people. Despite being only 141 square miles, Gaza is home to over 2 million people. 
Gaza's health ministry reports over 41,000 deaths. Per the Associated Press, Gaza's health ministry <a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-gaza-health-ministry-health-death-toll-59470820308b31f1faf73c703400b033">doesn't distinguish between civilians and combatants</a>. About 1.9 million Palestinians have been <a href="https://apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-hamas-war-anniversary-statistics-e61765035c725b3c8d4840e2bab565cd">displaced</a>.
Sinwar&#8217;s death also presents an &#8220;opportunity&#8221; to proceed with negotiations between Israel and Hamas and end the war, Vice President Kamala Harris said, per <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-17/harris-says-sinwar-s-death-offers-opportunity-to-end-gaza-war?srnd=phx-latest&amp;sref=TBDibEcD&amp;embedded-checkout=true">Bloomberg</a>. 
Both sides remain deadlocked over key issues. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation and promised the Israeli military would secure the release of all hostages. See below for coverage via CNN.
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Defense exchange-traded funds (ETFs) at last check Thursday afternoon, were trending up with the exception of the SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF:
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<li>IShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) rose 1.8% to $154.70.</li>
<li>Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>) is up 0.17% to $119.</li>
<li>SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) is down 0.29% to $162.77.</li>
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Oil ETFs: 
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<li>The United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>), was up 0.15% at $72.51.</li>
<li>The VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) was down 0.25% at $286.69.</li>
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Oil prices took a sharp dive on Tuesday, tumbling over 5% in morning trading in New York, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East slightly eased after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly pledged that Iran's crude oil infrastructure would be spared from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41321699/oil-prices-drop-after-netanyahu-says-israel-will-attack-military-not-oil-or-nuclear-targets-in-iran">any potential retaliatory strikes. </a>
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude, the U.S. benchmark, tracked by the United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>), nosedived to $70 per barrel, down more than 5% as of 10 a.m. ET. This marks the steepest one-day decline in over a year.
The selloff followed a Monday report from The Washington Post that said that Netanyahu assured the Biden administration that Israel would avoid targeting Iranian oil and nuclear facilities in any retaliatory military actions.
The assurance suggested a narrower scope of potential conflict, reducing fears of widespread supply shocks in the global oil market.
Market analysts had previously warned that an Israeli strike on Iran&#8217;s oil infrastructure could send crude prices skyrocketing by $20 per barrel, highlighting concerns that Tehran would retaliate by attacking oil installations throughout the Gulf region, potentially triggering a broader energy crisis.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Crude Suffers Worst Drop In Over 1 Year As Middle East Supply Fears Recede</h3>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Energy Sector Tanks: US Oil Giants Lead Declines</h3>
The immediate reaction in the markets was swift: U.S. energy stocks plunged, while airlines and cruise lines — typically sensitive to fuel prices — enjoyed a sharp relief rally.
The energy sector was one of the biggest losers on the day. The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>), which tracks major U.S. energy companies, slid 2.8%, setting up for its worst day since late April. 
АРА Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APA#NASDAQ">APA</a>), Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) and Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>) were the worst performers within the XLE ETF, with declines of about 4%.
Companies involved in upstream exploration and production were hit even harder, with the SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>) falling 3.1%. Talos Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TALO#NYSE">TALO</a>), Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>) and Crescent Energy Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRGY#NYSE">CRGY</a>) each tumbled by over 4%. 
Downstream oil service providers also struggled, with the VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) dropping 3.6%. Major oilfield services companies like Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) and Halliburton Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>) both fell about 3%, while Transocean Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIG#NYSE">RIG</a>) underperformed, down 5%. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Airlines And Cruise Lines Rally: Lower Fuel Costs, Strong Earnings Expectations Lift Sentiment</h3>
While energy stocks suffered, sectors reliant on cheaper fuel prices thrived. Airlines and cruise lines, in particular, were among the best performers within the S&amp;P 500 as the prospect of lower oil prices offered some relief.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) surged 4.3%, while Carnival Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCL#NYSE">CCL</a>) jumped 5.3%. 
Goldman Sachs recently raised its price target on Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>) from $195 to $220, anticipating strong earnings momentum. Similarly, NCLH saw its price target lifted from $22 to $24.
In the airline space, American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAL#NASDAQ">AAL</a>) rallied 3.5%, United Airlines Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAL#NASDAQ">UAL</a>) gained 1.2%, reaching its highest level since February 2020, and Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUV#NYSE">LUV</a>) rose 1.3%.
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Oil Prices Take Largest Plunge In Over A Year As Israel Vows To Spare Iranian Facilities: Energy Stocks Sink, Airlines, Cruise Lines Rally

Oil is trading more than 5% higher Thursday on the heels of President Joe Biden&#8216;s statement that the U.S. spoke with Israel about a possible attack on Iran's oil facilities.
"We're in discussions about that,&#8221; Biden said during an interaction with reporters. 
Biden seemingly indicated he wasn&#8217;t partial to the idea of striking at Iran&#8217;s oil facilities, before cutting himself off: &#8220;I think that would be a little&#8230; anyway.&#8221; See video below.
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When one reporter asked whether Biden would &#8220;allow&#8221; Israel to retaliate against Iran, Biden swiftly corrected him: &#8220;First of all, we don&#8217;t &#8216;allow&#8217; Israel. We advise Israel.&#8221;
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/10/35136071/israel-under-siege-unprecedented-hamas-attack-sparks-intense-clashes-netanyahu-says-we-are-at-war">Since Oct. 7, 2023</a>, Israel has been fighting Hamas in Gaza as well as Hezbollah in Lebanon. Both groups are considered terrorist organizations by the U.S. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Oil And The Israel-Iran Conflict</h3>
Iran is the seventh-largest oil producer in the world. The country, which backs the Hezbollah militant group, exports around half its production abroad. 
China, where <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/08/40596334/asia-markets-mixed-europe-gains-crude-oil-falls-on-chinese-demand-concerns-global-markets-today-whil">oil demand is weak</a>, is its main customer.
Since Iran's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/24/10/41126038/iran-attacks-israel-with-missiles-middle-east-tensions-escalates-s-p-500-stocks-bitcoin-fall-as-oil">missile attack on Israel</a> on Monday, the price of barrels has fluctuated. As of Oct. 3, the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is $73.83 per barrel. This reflects a 5.32% increase from the previous day&#8217;s close of $70.10.
The price of Brent crude is approximately $77.76 per barrel. It has fluctuated within a range of $74.33 to $77.58 for the day.
The U.S., which is producing more oil under Biden than any other U.S. presidential administration, has been filling its reserves. The Biden administration acquired an additional <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/eurozone/24/10/41146905/geopolitical-risks-may-be-biggest-threat-to-markets-boe-says">6 million barrels of crude</a> just this week.
It&#8217;s worth noting that ongoing violence in the Middle East puts the Straits of Hormuz at risk. A third of tanker traffic and a fifth of LNG frozen gas is transported through that passageway. 
The U.S. and its allies are likely determined to keep the Strait open due to its strategic importance. Any attempt to block the Strait could provoke military intervention.
Iran controls much of the northern coastline of the Strait and has previously threatened to block the passage in response to sanctions or conflicts with Western countries. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Reaction</h3>
So far, market reaction to the Middle East conflict is relatively mute compared to February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine.
At the time, the oil market reacted with significant volatility and disruption, leading to a sharp rise in global prices. 
Brent crude, the global benchmark, surged above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2014, and by March 2022, it had briefly spiked to $139 per barrel, near the all-time high.
Oil-related exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, were trending up at last check Thursday afternoon. Here&#8217;s where they stand: 
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<li>United States Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>) is up 4.05% to $75.71</li>
<li>Invesco DB Oil Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBO#NYSE">DBO</a>) is up 4.08% at $15.06</li>
<li>SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>) is up 3.1% at $139.56</li>
<li>Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) up 1.65% at $92.22</li>
<li>ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UCO#NYSE">UCO</a>) is up 6.59% at $28.81</li>
<li>VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) is up 1.89% at $297.58</li>
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Oil Prices Rally: Biden Confirms US 'Discussions' With Israel About Striking Iran Facilities

On Monday, Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) disclosed the formation of a joint venture (JV) with ADNOC Drilling Company and Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTEN#NASDAQ">PTEN</a>) called <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b41093343/slb-and-adnoc-drilling-partner-for-unconventional-oil-and-gas-development" rel="noreferrer noopener">Turnwell Industries LLC OPC</a>.
The JV aims to accelerate the UAE&#8217;s unconventional oil and gas program. It targets the completion of 144 wells by 2025, with the potential for additional wells in a second phase.
ADNOC Drilling will hold a 55% stake, with SLB and Patterson-UTI holding 30% and 15% stakes in the JV. SLB will provide drilling, completion services, project management, and digital solutions.
This deal is expected to enable the companies to leverage cutting-edge innovations in AI, smart drilling design, completions engineering, and production solutions.
Tarek Rizk, SLB&#8217;s president for the Middle East and North Africa region, said, &#8220;We are proud to join forces with ADNOC Drilling in this strategic partnership that demonstrates SLB&#8217;s leading position in the region deploying innovative digital, drilling and completion technologies in developing unconventional energy resources.&#8221;&nbsp;
&#8220;UAE&#8217;s unconventional energy assets hold a promising future, and we are very much looking forward to elevating their performance in a safe and sustainable way.&#8221;
Abdulrahman Abdulla Al Seiari, chief executive officer, ADNOC Drilling stated, &#8220;Turnwell will not only unlock the immense potential of the UAE&#8217;s world-class unconventional energy resources but will also set new benchmarks for the global energy industry. We are proud to lead the way in responsibly shaping the future of energy, both in the UAE and beyond.&#8221;
Last month, Schlumberger partnered with NVIDIA to create generative AI solutions focusing on subsurface exploration and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40939729/energy-meets-ai-schlumberger-teams-up-with-nvidia-to-supercharge-industry-efficiency" rel="noreferrer noopener">data management in energy</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to SLB via&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) and&nbsp;IShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are down 0.74% at $41.64 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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SLB, ADNOC Drilling, Patterson-UTI Join Forces To Accelerate UAE's Unconventional Oil Program

Schlumberger (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) shares are trading higher on Tuesday. The company launched the Lumi data and AI platform, integrating advanced AI into workflows<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b40894766/slb-launches-ai-powered-lumi-platform" rel="noreferrer noopener"> across the energy value chain</a>.
The Lumi platform offers open, secure access to high-quality data across all energy domains, boosting collaboration and decision-making. It integrates the latest large language models&nbsp;(LLMs) and SLB&#8217;s domain-specific models, facilitating scalable AI adoption.
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The Lumi platform will be available on major cloud providers and on-premises, offering global access.
SLB&#8217;s Delfi platform will leverage Lumi&#8217;s capabilities for improved reservoir modeling, seismic interpretation, and drilling workflows, while boosting automation and efficiency for low-carbon energy operations.
The Lumi platform combines technologies from top partners with SLB&#8217;s expertise to enhance data and AI access across the energy production cycle.
Rakesh Jaggi, president, Digital and Integration, SLB, said, &#8220;Through the Lumi data and AI platform, we will liberate and contextualize data for our global customers across domains – enabling them to scale advanced AI workflows and accelerate their ongoing digital transformation.&#8221;
Investors can gain exposure to SLB via&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) and&nbsp;IShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are up 0.42% at $40.57 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Energy Gets AI Boost: Schlumberger's Lumi Platform To Power Next-Gen Digital Transformation

After falling to the lowest level since December 2021, on Tuesday, oil recorded its first weekly gain in a month, buoyed by Hurricane Francine, which disrupted production in the Gulf of Mexico. Brent crude rose above $72 per barrel, pushing its weekly climb to about 2%, while West Texas Intermediate traded below $70 per barrel.
However, higher oil prices failed to fuel the rally in the energy space with many ETFs still in red. The popular ETFs &mdash; Energy Select Sector SPDR (ARCA:XLE), Vanguard Energy ETF (ARCA:VDE), SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (ARCA:XOP), Fidelity MSCI Energy Index ETF (ARCA:FENY) and VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF (ARCA:OIH) &mdash; were down more than 2% each. All these ETFs have a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or #2 (Buy).
The storm had prompted a production shutdown of around 730,000 barrels a day (bpd) in the Gulf of Mexico (about 42% of Gulf production), according to the US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement. The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement stated that about 24% of crude production and 26% of natural gas output in the US Gulf of Mexico were offline due to the storm.
<h3>Energy ETFs in Focus</h3>
Energy Select Sector SPDR: It is the largest and the most popular ETF in the energy space, with an AUM of $34.1 billion. It offers exposure to the broad energy space and follows the Energy Select Sector Index. Energy Select Sector SPDR holds 22 securities in its basket and charges 9 bps in annual fees.
Vanguard Energy ETF: It provides exposure to a basket of 113 energy stocks by tracking the MSCI US Investable Market Energy 25/50 Index. Vanguard Energy ETF has amassed $7.6 billion in its asset base and charges 10 bps in annual fees.
SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF: It provides exposure to 53 oil and gas exploration and production companies by tracking the S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production Select Industry Index. It has an AUM of $2.6 billion and charges 35 bps in fees per year.
Fidelity MSCI Energy Index ETF: It follows the MSCI USA IMI Energy Index, holding 112 stocks in its basket. FENY charges 8 bps in annual fees and has accumulated $1.5 billion in its asset base.
VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF: It tracks the MVIS U.S. Listed Oil Services 25 Index, which offers exposure to companies involved in oil services to the upstream oil sector, including oil equipment, oil services or oil drilling. VanEck Vectors Oil Services ETF holds 26 stocks in its basket. With an AUM of $1.5 billion, it charges 35 bps in annual fees.
<h2>Concerns</h2>
<h2>Weak Demand/Supply Trends</h2>
Despite the positive momentum, oil prices are still trading close to three-year lows amid persistent concerns over slowing demand.
International Energy Agency (IEA) lowered the oil demand outlook by 70,000 bpd to 900,000 bpd for this year, citing weak China demand and feeble growth in other regions. The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) also slashed the 2024 oil demand growth forecast for the second time. It expects world oil demand to rise by 2.03 million bpd in 2024, down from last month&#39;s forecast of growth of 2.11 million bpd.
Last week, OPEC and its allies extended the oil production cuts of 2.2 million bpd through November and planned to phase out those beginning in December until November 2025. However, it will increase production in 2025 for the first time since 2022. The first addition to supply, of 180,000 bpd, is now expected in December. Additionally, growing output from the United States, Guyana, Brazil and Canada will continue to take a toll on oil prices.
<h2>Geopolitical Tensions</h2>
Geopolitical risks in the Middle East will continue to provide some support to oil prices. The ongoing conflict in Gaza and the potential for a broader regional escalation, involving Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah are contributing to market uncertainty.
<h2>Analysts Go Bearish</h2>
Analysts in a Reuters poll reduced their oil price forecasts for 2024 for the fourth consecutive month. The poll shows Brent prices to average $82.86 per barrel this year, down from $83.66 a barrel expected in the July forecast. West Texas Intermediate is projected to average $78.82 per barrel in 2024, down from $79.22 a barrel expected in last month&#39;s poll.
Analysts believe the bullish drivers of the ongoing OPEC+ cuts and geopolitical flare-ups in the Middle East will be offset by the bearish demand trends and oil imports in China and Europe.
<h2>Will the Fed Provide Some Respite?</h2>
The Fed is expected to cut interest rates at its meeting scheduled to take place on Sept 17 and 18. Lower interest rates tend to lower the expenses of purchasing goods and services, potentially stimulating economic expansion and driving oil demand.
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Rise in Oil Price Fails to Lift Energy ETFs: What's Ahead?

Schlumberger N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLB#NYSE">SLB</a>) disclosed that it has successfully demonstrated sustainable lithium production <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b40789109/slb-achieves-breakthrough-results-in-sustainable-lithium-production" rel="noreferrer noopener">at scale at its Clayton Valley, Nevada, plant</a>.
SLB&#8217;s integrated solution offers a complete, end-to-end process that includes advanced impurity treatment and concentration technologies to produce high-purity lithium carbonate or hydroxide.
The company aims to accelerate the market availability of responsibly sourced lithium products. The solution extracts lithium from brine 500 times faster than traditional methods, using only 10% of the land.
The company stated that the plant achieved a verified lithium recovery rate of 96% from brine when operating at about one-tenth the size of a commercial facility.
The traditional lithium extraction process requires vast land and depletes water, leaving harmful residues. SLB&#8217;s solution minimizes water use and returns processed brine to its source, reducing environmental impact.
Gavin Rennick, president of SLB&#8217;s New Energy business said, &#8220;SLB&#8217;s demonstration plant in Clayton Valley proves our unique integrated approach to produce scalable quantities of lithium in the fastest, most economical and sustainable way for today&#8217;s market. This accelerates deployment of viable commercial-scale facilities for high-quality lithium products that are the backbone of our electrification economy.&#8221;
In July, Schlumberger reported a second-quarter 2024 revenue increase of 13% year-over-year to $9.139 billion,&nbsp;beating the consensus of $9.076 billion. Adjusted EPS increased 18% Y/Y to $0.85,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39859998/schlumberger-outshines-expectations-solid-international-growth-fuels-q2-success" rel="noreferrer noopener">above the consensus of $0.83</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to SLB via&nbsp;VanEck Oil Services ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) and&nbsp;IShares U.S. Oil Equipment &amp; Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEZ#NYSE">IEZ</a>).
Price Action: SLB shares are up 0.25% at $39.69 premarket on the last check Wednesday.
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