Oil spikes as US strikes Iran again — ride the energy rally on Exxon and Chevron
The U.S. just carried out new military strikes on Iran, and oil prices are jumping because traders worry the fighting could block ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz — a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
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Every time the Iran conflict escalates near the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices spike because roughly 20% of the world's oil passes through there. Big integrated oil companies like Exxon and Chevron tend to ride these waves higher as their profits are directly tied to the price of crude. This isn't a one-day story either — bond markets are already pricing in higher inflation from costlier oil, which reinforces the energy trade. The key risk is that a surprise peace deal could reverse the move quickly, so tight risk management is essential.