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Oil prices explode as Middle East tensions flare — hedge with big oil stocks
The US just carried out fresh airstrikes in the Middle East, causing oil prices to jump nearly 3% toward $97 a barrel. At the same time, government bond yields are climbing as investors worry about rising inflation.
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When military conflicts break out near major oil shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices typically spike because traders worry about supply disruptions. With global tensions rising and oil already pushing toward $97 a barrel, major energy companies like ExxonMobil and Chevron usually see their stock prices climb in tandem. Buying these large, stable oil companies is a classic way to protect your portfolio and potentially profit when global uncertainty drives energy costs higher.
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