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Hess is an independent oil and gas producer with key assets in the Bakken Shale, Guyana, the Gulf of Mexico, and Southeast Asia. At the end of 2024, the company reported net proved reserves of 1.44 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Net production averaged 481 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024, at a ratio of 79% oil and natural gas liquids and 21% natural gas.

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Shares of oil and gas companies are trading higher following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

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Shares of energy stocks are trading lower as crude oil falls to 2021 levels, following OPEC+'s decision to accelerate production hikes. The market is also grappling with fears of a recession, fueled by President Trump's recent tariff announcements and China's retaliatory measures, which have heightened concerns over global demand.

Shares of energy stocks are trading lower as oil prices fall after OPEC+ producers accelerated output hikes. Additionally, President Trump's recent tariff announcements and China's retaliatory tariffs on the US have driven further demand uncertainty.

A sweeping new wave of tariffs unveiled by President Donald Trump on Wednesday triggered a sharp selloff during the after hours of trading as the scope and scale of the trade duties exceeded <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44616760/donald-trump-sets-reciprocal-tariffs-on-key-trade-partners-in-historic-policy-shock">Wall Street's worst-case expectations.</a>
The president framed the move as a long-overdue correction to decades of trade imbalance, instituting what he called a "reciprocal tariff rate," set at 50% of what trading partners charge the United States, but also factoring in non-tariff barriers like currency manipulation, value-added taxes and outright import bans.
While Trump had telegraphed his intention to "rebalance" U.S. trade policy, the specific duty levels, some of which reached into the mid-30% range with key trading partners, jolted investors.
Under the new framework, China, which Trump said imposes tariffs as high as 67% on American goods, will now face reciprocal U.S. duties of approximately 37%. The European Union, which applies a 39% combined rate including VATs, will be subject to a 20% U.S. tariff. Japan, with an estimated 46% trade barrier, now faces a 24% duty on exports to the U.S.
Canada and Mexico, two major trading partners, were notably excluded from the tariff program — a move that suggests Trump may be preserving the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, at least for now.
The White House confirmed that new trade tariffs will take effect on April 9. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tariffs Spark After-Hours Chaos: Index Futures Dive</h3>
The market&#8217;s reaction was swift and brutal. By 5:10 p.m. ET, futures on the S&amp;P 500 dropped 2.5%, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 3.3%. Dow Jones Industrial Average contracts lost 1.4% and the Russell 2000 futures collapsed by 4.7%. 
Losses were broad-based. Every major sector of the S&amp;P 500 was in the red, with Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) and Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) down about 3%.
As risk appetite evaporated, gold prices climbed. Futures on the yellow metal gained 1.1%, extending their year-to-date advance as investors sought shelter from escalating geopolitical and trade tensions.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tech Megacaps Bear the Brunt</h3>
The Magnificent Seven stocks, the market's dominant tech names, are on track to lose a combined $685 billion.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) was the biggest laggard, down 6.6% and projected to erase $221.7 billion in market value.
 Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) lost 4.7%, a drop equivalent to $127.2 billion. Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) fell 5.1%, and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) slid nearly 6%, as traders repositioned for a potentially more inflationary and protectionist economic environment.
Here's the breakdown of projected market cap losses with the tech elite group:
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<th>Market Cap ($B)</th>
<th>Post-Mkt % Chg</th>
<th>Projected Loss ($B)</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Apple Inc.</td>
<td>3364.8</td>
<td>-6.59%</td>
<td>-221.7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</td>
<td>2842.7</td>
<td>-1.99%</td>
<td>-56.6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVIDIA Corporation</td>
<td>2694.6</td>
<td>-4.72%</td>
<td>-127.2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amazon.com, Inc. </td>
<td>2079.0</td>
<td>-5.06%</td>
<td>-105.2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>)</td>
<td>1923.7</td>
<td>-3.09%</td>
<td>-59.4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>)</td>
<td>1480.5</td>
<td>-4.16%</td>
<td>-61.6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tesla, Inc. </td>
<td>910.7</td>
<td>-5.86%</td>
<td>-53.4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Total</td>
<td>—</td>
<td>—</td>
<td>-685.1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data, the steepest decliners in the aftermarket session included:
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<td>RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>)</td>
<td>-24.41%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAG#NYSE">PAG</a>)</td>
<td>-22.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>)</td>
<td>-12.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hess Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>)</td>
<td>-11.61%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPS#NYSE">GPS</a>)</td>
<td>-11.60%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LULU#NASDAQ">LULU</a>)</td>
<td>-10.82%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVE#NASDAQ">FIVE</a>)</td>
<td>-10.38%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Major gainers were: 
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<th>Name</th>
<th>Chg %</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Dillard&#8217;s, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DDS#NYSE">DDS</a>)</td>
<td>+4.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Certara, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CERT#NASDAQ">CERT</a>)</td>
<td>+4.16%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRT#NYSE">FRT</a>)</td>
<td>+3.78%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Reinsurance Group of America, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGA#NYSE">RGA</a>)</td>
<td>+2.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ferguson Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FERG#NASDAQ">FERG</a>)</td>
<td>+2.57%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Church &amp; Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>)</td>
<td>+2.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>)</td>
<td>+2.33%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/s-p-500">S&amp;P 500 had</a> a rough start to 2025, sinking 6.53% over the first quarter, but not every sector suffered the same fate. 
While energy stocks lit up the leaderboard with a scorching 9.31% gain, consumer discretionary and technology stocks took a beating, plunging 14.23% and 13.1%, respectively.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Energy's Power Play</h2>
Oil and gas stocks came out swinging, with Hess Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>) leading the charge, soaring 21.34% over the past three months. EQT Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>) followed closely, rising 19.61%, while Devon Energy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>) and Coterra Energy (CTRA) also <a href="https://www.sectorspdrs.com/sectortracker">posted</a> double-digit gains. 
The biggest energy players, Chevron Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) and Exxon Mobil Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), delivered solid performances as well, gaining 15.34% and 10.57%, respectively.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Consumer Discretionary's Divide</h2>
It was a brutal quarter for consumer discretionary, but not all stocks in the sector were drowning. Auto parts retailers proved surprisingly resilient, with O'Reilly Automotive Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORLY#NASDAQ">ORLY</a>) accelerating 17.64% and AutoZone Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</a>) climbing 16.33%. Yum! Brands Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>), the parent company of Taco Bell and KFC, also managed a 15.18% gain, proving that fast food remains a winning bet even in choppy markets.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tech's Tough Quarter—But Some Shined</h2>
Tech stocks had a miserable run, but a few managed to buck the trend. VeriSign Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRSN#NASDAQ">VRSN</a>) surged 23.03%, leading the charge, while Intel Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) and Roper Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) gained 11.87% and 11.21%, respectively. IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) also posted a solid 9.53% gain, and Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) continued its momentum, adding 8.56%.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next?</h2>
With the second quarter underway, investors will be watching if Energy can keep its momentum or if beaten-down sectors like Tech and Consumer Discretionary stage a comeback. 
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Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Hess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $181.75, a high estimate of $193.00, and a low estimate of $163.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 11.16% from the previous average price target of $163.50.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739469636_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A clear picture of Hess's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$186.00</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Roger Read</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$193.00</td>
<td>$151.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Gruber</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$163.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Josh Silverstein</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$173.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Hess. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Hess compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Hess's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Hess's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HES/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Hess analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Hess</h2>
Hess is an independent oil and gas producer with key assets in the Bakken Shale, Guyana, the Gulf of Mexico, and Southeast Asia. At the end of 2024, the company reported net proved reserves of 1.44 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Net production averaged 481 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2024, at a ratio of 79% oil and natural gas liquids and 21% natural gas.
<h3>Financial Insights: Hess</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Hess showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.09% as of 31 December, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Hess's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 16.97% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hess's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 4.92%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Hess's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.05% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.84.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Forecasting The Future: 4 Analyst Projections For Hess

UBS analyst Josh Silverstein maintains Hess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $185 to $186.

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Caution dominates Wednesday's midday trading session in New York as investors anxiously await the Federal Open Market Committee decision <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">at 2 p.m. ET</a>.
The Fed is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25%-4.5%. Market participants remain highly focused on any signals from Fed Chair Jerome Powell regarding the path forward for rate cuts.
The December meeting delivered a shock to markets, with Powell adopting a more hawkish tone than anticipated, suggesting that interest rates have moved closer to a neutral zone.
This FOMC meeting is also the first since Donald Trump's administration took office, fueling speculation over whether Powell will address questions about the president's pledge to &#8220;lower interest rates immediately.&#8221;
Major equity indices are little changed, with tech stocks under slight pressure as Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) fell 5%, weighing on the sector. Tech titans Microsoft Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NYSE">MSFT</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) will report earnings after the close, with investors awaiting management clarity over the DeepSeek AI competitive threat.
Among sectors, financial stocks — tracked by the Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) — hit fresh record highs, while communication services are on pace for their eighth consecutive session of gains.
The dollar and Treasury yields remain mostly flat ahead of the Fed's announcement. Commodities are mixed, with gold and oil down 0.4% and 0.9%, respectively, while silver and copper rise 1.2% and 1.1%.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) is up 1% to $102,300, potentially snapping a four-session losing streak.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %chg</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>44,901.37</td>
<td>0.1%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,285.29</td>
<td>-0.2%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,055.43</td>
<td>-0.2%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>21,412.74</td>
<td>-0.2%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent012925&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.2% lower to $603.11.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;is flat at $448.62.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) edged 0.2% lower to $520.88.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) is flat at $226.81.</li>
<li>The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>) is outperforming, up 0.8%; the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) is lagging, down 0.9%.</li>
</ul>
Wednesday&#8217;s Stock Movers
<ul>
<li>T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) soared nearly 8% in reaction to stronger-than-expected quarterly results.</li>
<li>Other stocks reacting to company earnings include Starbucks Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NYSE">SBUX</a>), up 6.7%, Chubb Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CB#NYSE">CB</a>), up 3%, F5 Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FFIV#NASDAQ">FFIV</a>), up 13%, ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) up 3.6%, Danaher Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>), down 9%, The Progressive Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>), up 1.4%, Automatic Data Processing Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADP#NASDAQ">ADP</a>), up 2.9%, General Dynamics Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>), down 3.2%, Norfolk Southern Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>), up 3.1%, MSCI Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSCI#NYSE">MSCI</a>), down 3.9%, Nasdaq Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>), up 0.9%, Hess Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>), up 0.6% and Teva Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEVA#NYSE">TEVA</a>), down 13.8%. </li>
<li>Major companies reporting earnings after the close other than Microsoft and Meta include Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>), International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), Lam Research Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>), Raymond James Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>), Ameriprise Financial Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>), Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) and Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>). </li>
</ul>
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Hess Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>) shares are rising premarket on Wednesday after the company reported fourth-quarter sales of $3.19 billion, beating the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b43299268/hess-reports-estimated-results-for-the-fourth-quarter-of-2024" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of&nbsp;$2.87 billion</a>.
Exploration and Production (E&amp;P) net production rose to 495,000 boepd in the fourth quarter of 2024 from 418,000 boepd a year ago quarter, led by higher production in Guyana and the Bakken.
Notably, net production from Bakken rose 7% year-over-year (Y/Y) to 208,000 boepd and Guyana increased 52% Y/Y to 195,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd) in the quarter.
Cash operating costs (including operating costs and expenses, production and severance taxes, and E&amp;P general and administrative expenses) stood at $12.95 per boe in the fourth quarter of 2024 vs. $13.29 per boe in the prior-year quarter.
Adj EPS of&nbsp;$1.76&nbsp;exceeded<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener"> the consensus of $1.48</a>.
As of December 31, 2024, oil and gas proved reserves stood at 1.44 billion boe, and net proved reserve additions and revisions in 2024 totaled 247 million boe, primarily from Guyana and the Bakken.
The company replaced 138% of its 2024 production at a finding and development cost of $19.67 per boe.
E&amp;P capital and exploratory expenditures came in at $1.677 billion in the quarter, including the purchases of the Liza Destiny and Prosperity FPSOs for about $635 million.
As of December 31, 2024, excluding the Midstream segment, Hess had cash and cash equivalents of $1.2 billion and debt and finance lease obligations of $5.3 billion.&nbsp;
Outlook: In the first quarter of 2025, the company expects E&amp;P net production of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">465,000 boepd-475,000 boepd</a>.
The guidance reflects planned maintenance, reduced tax barrels in Guyana, and the effects of winter weather in the Bakken.
The company expects E&amp;P capital and exploratory expenditures of around $4.5 billion in 2025, which includes capitalized interest of about $240 million.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPG#NYSE">RSPG</a>) and iShares U.S. Oil &amp; Gas Exploration &amp; Production ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IEO#BATS">IEO</a>).
Price Action: HES shares are up 1.34% at $146.99 premarket at the last check Wednesday.
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Stifel Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SF#NYSE">SF</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.97 per share on revenue of $1.28 billion. 
• Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.82 per share on revenue of $385.34 million. 
• Otis Worldwide (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OTIS#NYSE">OTIS</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.96 per share on revenue of $3.63 billion. 
• Teva Pharmaceutical Indus (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEVA#NYSE">TEVA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.70 per share on revenue of $4.12 billion. 
• Wabash National (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WNC#NYSE">WNC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.03 per share on revenue of $412.92 million. 
• Flex (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLEX#NASDAQ">FLEX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.63 per share on revenue of $6.20 billion. 
• Southside Bancshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBSI#NYSE">SBSI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.71 per share on revenue of $68.12 million. 
• MSCI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSCI#NYSE">MSCI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $3.96 per share on revenue of $747.63 million. 
• Hess Midstream (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HESM#NYSE">HESM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.75 per share on revenue of $388.90 million. 
• Monro (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNRO#NASDAQ">MNRO</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.30 per share on revenue of $311.88 million. 
• Central Pacific Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPF#NYSE">CPF</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.62 per share on revenue of $67.00 million. 
• Eagle Materials (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXP#NYSE">EXP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $4.00 per share on revenue of $575.21 million. 
• Blue Foundry (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLFY#NASDAQ">BLFY</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.17 per share on revenue of $10.02 million. 
• Avnet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVT#NASDAQ">AVT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.88 per share on revenue of $5.56 billion. 
• Coda Octopus Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CODA#NASDAQ">CODA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $5.27 million. 
• Norfolk Southern (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSC#NYSE">NSC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.97 per share on revenue of $3.03 billion. 
• Extreme Networks (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXTR#NASDAQ">EXTR</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $278.05 million. 
• Group 1 Automotive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPI#NYSE">GPI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $9.09 per share on revenue of $5.21 billion. 
• Brinker International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.11 per share on revenue of $1.12 billion. 
• Silgan Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLGN#NYSE">SLGN</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.83 per share on revenue of $1.40 billion. 
• VF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VFC#NYSE">VFC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $2.75 billion. 
• Hess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.50 per share on revenue of $3.05 billion. 
• Navient (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NAVI#NASDAQ">NAVI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.26 per share on revenue of $136.80 million. 
• Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.75 per share on revenue of $1.22 billion. 
• CGI (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIB#NYSE">GIB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.40 per share on revenue of $2.64 billion. 
• Prosperity Bancshares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PB#NYSE">PB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.33 per share on revenue of $303.21 million. 
• Progressive (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGR#NYSE">PGR</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $3.56 per share on revenue of $18.76 billion. 
• General Dynamics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $4.23 per share on revenue of $13.21 billion. 
• Applied Industrial Techs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIT#NYSE">AIT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.21 per share on revenue of $1.08 billion. 
• T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.30 per share on revenue of $21.37 billion. 
• Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLW#NYSE">GLW</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $3.76 billion. 
• Lennox Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LII#NYSE">LII</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $4.14 per share on revenue of $1.23 billion. 
• M/I Homes (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MHO#NYSE">MHO</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $4.83 per share on revenue of $1.17 billion. 
• Danaher (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHR#NYSE">DHR</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.15 per share on revenue of $6.39 billion. 
• Scotts Miracle Gro (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMG#NYSE">SMG</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $1.23 per share on revenue of $392.29 million. 
• Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADP#NASDAQ">ADP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.30 per share on revenue of $4.97 billion. 
• ASML Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $6.71 per share on revenue of $9.02 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Whirlpool (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WHR#NYSE">WHR</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $4.31 per share on revenue of $4.23 billion. 
• Las Vegas Sands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVS#NYSE">LVS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.58 per share on revenue of $2.91 billion. 
• John B Sanfilippo &amp; Son (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBSS#NASDAQ">JBSS</a>) is likely to report earnings for its second quarter. 
• Wolfspeed (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WOLF#NYSE">WOLF</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $1.00 per share on revenue of $179.89 million. 
• Robert Half (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RHI#NYSE">RHI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $1.39 billion. 
• Bassett Furniture Indus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSET#NASDAQ">BSET</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.01 per share on revenue of $82.97 million. 
• Two Harbors Inv (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWO#NYSE">TWO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $-21 million. 
• Tetra Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TTEK#NASDAQ">TTEK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $1.10 billion. 
• Tesla (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.76 per share on revenue of $27.12 billion. 
• Teradyne (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.91 per share on revenue of $740.91 million. 
• Washington Trust Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WASH#NASDAQ">WASH</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.58 per share on revenue of $48.36 million. 
• Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.79 per share on revenue of $5.90 billion. 
• Meritage Homes (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTH#NYSE">MTH</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.10 per share on revenue of $1.57 billion. 
• Western Digital (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDC#NASDAQ">WDC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.84 per share on revenue of $4.26 billion. 
• First Interstate BancSys (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIBK#NASDAQ">FIBK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.46 per share on revenue of $251.46 million. 
• Benchmark Electronics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BHE#NYSE">BHE</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.56 per share on revenue of $660.00 million. 
• United Rentals (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $11.71 per share on revenue of $3.94 billion. 
• Landstar System (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSTR#NASDAQ">LSTR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.34 per share on revenue of $1.20 billion. 
• Lam Research (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRCX#NASDAQ">LRCX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.88 per share on revenue of $4.32 billion. 
• High Tide (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HITI#NASDAQ">HITI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.02 per share on revenue of $99.08 million. 
• Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $3.12 per share on revenue of $68.86 billion. 
• Liberty Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBRT#NYSE">LBRT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.15 per share on revenue of $994.31 million. 
• Methanex (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MEOH#NASDAQ">MEOH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.07 per share on revenue of $994.61 million. 
• Annaly Capital Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NLY#NYSE">NLY</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.66 per share on revenue of $1.26 billion. 
• Hawkins (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWKN#NASDAQ">HWKN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.92 per share on revenue of $219.22 million. 
• Levi Strauss (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEVI#NYSE">LEVI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.48 per share on revenue of $1.73 billion. 
• Ameriprise Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMP#NYSE">AMP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $9.19 per share on revenue of $4.47 billion. 
• Ethan Allen Interiors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETD#NYSE">ETD</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.61 per share on revenue of $160.60 million. 
• Selective Insurance Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIGI#NASDAQ">SIGI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.01 per share on revenue of $1.27 billion. 
• ServiceNow (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.65 per share on revenue of $2.96 billion. 
• SEI Inv (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEIC#NASDAQ">SEIC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.20 per share on revenue of $555.43 million. 
• Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLB#NYSE">DLB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.05 per share on revenue of $346.15 million. 
• Celestica (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.04 per share on revenue of $2.51 billion. 
• Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $6.73 per share on revenue of $46.98 billion. 
• Raymond James Finl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RJF#NYSE">RJF</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $2.66 per share on revenue of $3.47 billion. 
• National Fuel Gas (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFG#NYSE">NFG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.53 per share on revenue of $615.17 million. 
• MaxLinear (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MXL#NASDAQ">MXL</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.13 per share on revenue of $90.00 million. 
• Brookline Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRKL#NASDAQ">BRKL</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.24 per share on revenue of $90.68 million. 
• Canadian Pacific Kansas (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CP#NYSE">CP</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.27 per share on revenue of $3.96 billion. 
• IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $3.79 per share on revenue of $17.60 billion. 
• Bridgewater Bancshares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BWB#NASDAQ">BWB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.24 per share on revenue of $27.65 million. 
• Axis Capital Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXS#NYSE">AXS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.53 per share on revenue of $1.33 billion. 
• C.H. Robinson Worldwide (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHRW#NASDAQ">CHRW</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.11 per share on revenue of $4.43 billion. 
• Core Laboratories (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLB#NYSE">CLB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.21 per share on revenue of $133.59 million. 
• Calix (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALX#NYSE">CALX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.07 per share on revenue of $203.91 million. 
• Cimpress (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMPR#NASDAQ">CMPR</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.38 per share on revenue of $968.96 million. 
• Century Communities (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCS#NYSE">CCS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.18 per share on revenue of $1.28 billion. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Editor&#8217;s note: This story has been updated to correct language around a report on U.S. sanctions on Russia to state that President-elect Donald Trump&#8217;s economic team is considering either easing or increasing sanctions. 
The U.S. energy sector kicked off 2025 with a strong rally, outperforming all other sectors as crude prices soared and investors bet on a deregulatory shift under the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/42383725/trump-administrations-deregulation-efforts-to-lift-energy-oil-and-gas-sectors-ai-frenzy-to-aid-faang-stocks-and-nvidia-says-fintech-insider">incoming Donald Trump administration</a>.
What Happened: The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) has surged more than 8% in the first half of January. That&#8217;s well ahead of any other sector. Industrials, the next-best performer, are up just 3.7% over the same period.
Rising oil prices fuel the rally; crude topped $80 per barrel this week. Meanwhile, fresh U.S. sanctions on Russia and a larger-than-expected draw in domestic stockpiles stoke supply concerns.
The Biden administration's latest sanctions, imposed on Jan. 10, target Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegaz, as well as more than 160 tankers, tightening restrictions on Moscow's energy revenues. The move adds to existing supply constraints, and some analysts see more pressure ahead.
If Russian flows tighten further and sanctions on Iran and Venezuela intensify, oil prices could climb <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/42965857/oil-could-hit-90-goldman-sachs-says-trump-may-not-ease-sanctions-on-russia">toward $90 per barrel.</a> That&#8217;s according to Goldman Sachs commodity strategist Daan Struyven.
Adding to the uncertainty, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-16/trump-team-readies-oil-sanctions-plan-for-russia-deal-iran-squeeze?sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a> reported Thursday that Trump's economic team is weighing two options: easing or increasing sanctions as leverage with Russia, aiming to push Moscow toward negotiations over the war in Ukraine.
Trump has hinted at a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, fueling speculation over how U.S. policy—and global energy markets—could change in the months ahead.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43031980/big-banks-continue-to-beat-q4-earnings-financial-etf-takes-breather">Big Banks Continue To Beat Q4 Earnings As Financial ETF Takes A Breather</a>
Why It Matters: Within the oil majors, Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) has been the standout performer, gaining nearly 10% since the start of the year, while Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) has added 3%.
In a note shared Thursday, Goldman Sachs analyst Neil Mehta expects a "constructive setup" for Chevron heading into 2025. He cites an expected production and free cash flow boost from its Tengiz operations, strong shareholder returns—projected at around 10% annually through dividends and buybacks—and improving operational execution.
Investors are also watching for updates on Chevron's acquisition of Hess Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HES#NYSE">HES</a>), particularly the ongoing arbitration process. 
Goldman Sachs doesn't take a stance on the outcome. Yet, Chevron management projects a resolution by the third quarter of 2025. Speaking at the Energy, CleanTech &amp; Utilities Conference last week, company executives expressed confidence in Hess' position and hinted at progress on regulatory approvals and integration planning.
Chevron shares have been on a tear. They hit a one-month high this week and could extend their winning streak to seven straight sessions on Thursday.
The company is set to report fourth-quarter earnings on Jan. 31, with Wall Street expecting earnings per share of $2.22 on revenue of $47.28 billion, according to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent011625&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data. A year ago, Chevron posted EPS of $3.45 on revenue of $50.67 billion.
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