Energy Select Sector SPDR (XLE)

Brent crude futures rose 1.4% to $74.24 per barrel while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures gained 1.2% to $71.06 per barrel, as of 5.03 am ET.

With tensions continuing to flare in the Middle East, the global energy supply is on tenterhooks, with Israel hitting Iran where it stands to hurt the most.

Investors embraced a risk-on mood Monday, showing optimism that Iran might seek a diplomatic solution to the crisis despite continued hostilities with Israel.

Markets cheered Monday after Iran signaled it wants to de-escalate tensions with Israel and return to negotiations, easing geopolitical jitters that had rattled investors and sent oil prices surging last week.

Baker Hughes (BKR) to acquire Continental Disc Corporation (CDC) for $540 million, adding pressure relief and safety products to industrial portfolio.

Energy ETFs post strongest inflows since 2024 as Middle East tensions push oil higher. XLE logs $470M weekly influx.

The attacks have raised concerns about the oil flow at the Strait of Hormuz, a pivotal passage for oil tankers.

U.S. stocks retreated Friday as geopolitical tensions erupted following Israel's surprise airstrike on Iranian nuclear sites, sparking a sharp rally in oil and gold.

Today's economic cycle places a lot of high upside potential in the energy sector, sending waves of bullishness in these 3 names. 

Middle East conflict boosts demand for 'crisis alpha' ETFs in defense, energy, inflation, and cybersecurity sectors, as investors fear market volatility.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the operation would continue for several days.

Charles Schwab shares gained 0.2% to settle at $88.40 during the previous day's trading session, while QXO shares fell 1%.

Baker Hughes selected by Equinor to lead plug and abandonment project in Norway, utilizing advanced technology and expertise to reduce costs.

U.S. stocks ticked up on Tuesday, with investors closely watching for potential progress in ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations taking place in London.

Brent crude futures rose 0.3% at $67.22 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up 0.2% at $65.43 per barrel, as of 1.04 am ET.

Oil prices rise, offering tactical opportunity. Supply tightness, improving sentiment, US-China trade talks and tightening supply boost oil-linked ETFs.

In a video message dated April 29, Mike Wirth reportedly urged employees not to hesitate to stop work when they see unsafe conditions.

Wall Street surged into rally mode during the final trading session of the week as better-than-expected jobs data helped ease fears of an economic slowdown.