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flag Oil prices rose 18% to $80/bbl in early March 2026 due to Middle East tensions, boosting energy stocks.

flag Energy stocks surged in early March 2026 as oil prices jumped nearly 18% to $80 per barrel amid escalating Middle East tensions, particularly fears of a closure of the Strait of Hormuz. flag ExxonMobil rose 25% year-to-date to $149.78, driven by strong production, cost savings, and geopolitical tailwinds, while Chevron also gained following its Hess acquisition. flag The Energy sector outperformed, with XLE and XOP rising, while airlines, mining, and consumer staples declined sharply. flag Despite lower 2025 profits and a revenue miss, ExxonMobil’s stock traded above analyst targets, supported by operational resilience and strategic investments in AI, lithium, and LNG. flag Market analysts advise cautious tech exposure and diversification amid growing sector divergence.

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