Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $60 Calls Sweep (5) above Ask!: 90 vs 59 OI

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $60 Calls Sweep (5) above Ask!: 90 @ $59.281 vs 59 OI; Ref=$118.3934

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $55 Calls at the Bid: 81 vs 92 OI

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jan, 2027 $55 Calls at the Bid: 81 @ $63.56 vs 92 OI; Ref=$118.28

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jul 18 $115 Calls at the Bid: 1550 vs 2297 OI

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Jul 18 $115 Calls at the Bid: 1550 @ $7.4 vs 2297 OI; Ref=$117.47

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $120 Puts at the Bid: 1500 vs 87 OI

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Mar, 2026 $120 Puts at the Bid: 1500 @ $11.1 vs 87 OI; Ref=$117.4302

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Oct 17 $120 Puts at the Bid: 1000 vs 3 OI

Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Oct 17 $120 Puts at the Bid: 1000 @ $8.1 vs 3 OI; Ref=$118.1867

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The new trade war precipitated by President <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44647999/trumps-tariff-war-could-take-us-tech-industry-back-a-decade-while-china-steam-rolls-ahead-analyst-says">Donald Trump‘s tariffs</a> has turned investors against companies heavily involved in the import-export market. Instead, companies with stable revenue, low valuations and little exposure to trade are rising.
Especially ones that offer nice dividends. Today, let&#8217;s look at a couple of examples.
Then, we will consider the three best dividend funds to capture this trend.
Consider companies like Verizon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) (6.07% dividend right now), which does not purchase or sell products in overseas markets, or tobacco giant Altria (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MO#NYSE">MO</a>) (7.25% dividend), which sells most of its products in the USA.
Past that, dividend stocks and funds have been performing well in 2025.
&#8220;Dividend-oriented strategies have performed well in the first quarter of 2025,&#8221; said William Connor, CFA, CFP, partner at Sax Wealth Advisors. &#8220;The SPDR S&amp;P Dividend ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SDY#NYSE">SDY</a>) generated a positive return during Q1 2025 of 2.71%, which compares favorably with the S&amp;P 500, which lost 4.55% in the first quarter of 2025.&#8221;
Although the S&amp;P 500 has outperformed over the last year, increasing 7.1% while the SDY was up 3.86%, dividend stocks tend to be less volatile, often due to the more defensive nature of the economic sectors in which they operate. &#8220;Ned Davis Research conducted a study of dividend-paying companies compared to non-dividend-paying companies,&#8221; Connor noted. &#8220;The results illustrated what many investors intuitively feel; dividend stocks exhibit lower volatility than non-dividend payers and a broad index like the S&amp;P 500.&#8221;
That data matters at a time when the Trump administration has sought a level playing field on tariffs, causing major upheaval in global markets.
&#8220;The impact of potential tariffs on the economy is unknowable at this point, given that the specifics have yet to be announced,&#8221; Connor said. &#8220;What is likely is the uncertainty around tariffs (amounts, sectors, and exemptions, for example) is leading many investors to be concerned about the outlook for US stocks.&#8221;
Since dividend stocks have been less volatile over time than the average stock, it&#8217;s reasonable for investors concerned with the growth outlook to focus on them. &#8220;The dividend payment provides a steady, predictable return to help manage volatility and risk,&#8221; Connor added.
Given the volatility linked to trade and tariffs, will that be the case going forward? Yes and no.
&#8220;In the short-term, tariffs are likely to be seen as a negative for dividend stocks – particularly globally-focused companies – as tariffs increase the price of imported goods or raw materials, which can impact profitability,&#8221; said Rob Edwards, managing director and senior portfolio manager at Florida-based Edwards Asset Management.
In the long run, however, Edwards believes dividend stocks should prosper, even with tariffs, as they are typically more mature companies that have proven resilient to many economic challenges.
&#8220;I believe that you should own dividend stocks to invest throughout an entire market cycle, not around it,&#8221; he noted.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Three Solid Dividend ETFs</h2>
Rather than take your chances with one or two individual dividend-paying stocks, curb some downside risk by leveraging dividend exchange-traded funds, where you can also get some bang for your buck.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">SPDR S&amp;P Dividend ETF</h3>
Like the best dividend ETFs, the SPDR S&amp;P Dividend ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SDY#NYSE">SDY</a>) is a tax-efficient, low-cost, highly liquid investment with broad exposure to high-quality stocks.
The fund aims to produce investment results corresponding to the total return performance of the S&amp;P High Yield Dividend Aristocrats Index. &#8220;The fund really focuses on S&amp;P Composite 1500 Index companies that have followed a managed-dividends policy of consistently increasing dividends every year for at least 20 consecutive years,&#8221; Connor said.
Dividend payments are about 0.80% and the fund has returned 4.76% year-to-date.
Dividend ETFs are not flashy, but they&#8217;re steady, and that&#8217;s what Steven Kibbel, a financial planner and chief editorial advisor at Gold IRA Companies in Franklin, Tenn. &#8220;Many people, especially retirees I work with, like them because they give regular income without needing to sell shares. That matters when you&#8217;re trying to make your savings last. These funds mostly hold big companies that keep paying dividends no matter what&#8217;s going on in the market. Think utilities, healthcare, and food companies. That kind of thing.&#8221;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF</h3>
One dividend fund Kibbel favors holds those same traits &#8211; Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>).
&#8220;It&#8217;s simple, low-cost, and holds strong companies with solid financials,&#8221; he said. &#8220;I&#8217;ve used it for years with clients who want income and stability. Another one I use is iShares Select Dividend (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVY#NASDAQ">DVY</a>). That one focuses more on higher yields. It&#8217;s not always the right fit for everyone, but it works well if income is the top goal.&#8221;
SCHD currently offers a healthy 3.85% dividend; its year-to-date returns are 2.93% compared to 4.49% for its category.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading"> iShares Core High Dividend ETF</h3>
iShares Core High Dividend ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HDV#NYSE">HDV</a>) is another popular pick among money managers.
The fund holds 75 high-dividend-paying stocks and is energy-heavy, with Exxon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) comprising two of the top three fund holdings. Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) also joins the group. 
Big-cap brand names are the fund&#8217;s bread and butter, although no one stock tops 9.3% of its holdings (that would be Exxon). The fund is up 7.75% and has generally landed in the 10% annual return range since it launched in 2011. HDV also offers a robust 3.41% dividend yield with an ultra-low 0.8% expense ratio.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What To Look For With Dividend ETFs</h2>
Before you get rolling on dividend funds and kick some tires, have a game plan to leverage that matches you up with the right fund.
&#8220;You want an ETF that holds reliable stocks with a history of raising dividends annually, and that offers a true hedge against inflation,&#8221; said Ketti Rose, the CEO and founder of Wealthy Femme, a money management platform geared toward women investors. &#8220;Also, ensure the expense ratio is low – the less, the better, as there&#8217;s no need to sacrifice returns for fees.&#8221;
Additionally, seek out ETFs that maintained steady — or even increased — dividends through past recessions (e.g., in 2008 or 2020). &#8220;That&#8217;s a strength you can depend on,&#8221; Rose noted.
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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.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) shares are trading lower premarket on Friday. The oil giant anticipates changes in oil prices to add first-quarter Upstream earnings&nbsp;quarter-over-quarter&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/secfilings/25/04/44636947/exxon-mobil-corp-general-corporate-statement-form8-0000034088-25-000017" rel="noreferrer noopener">by&nbsp;</a>$0.0&nbsp;billion to&nbsp;$0.4 billion.
Also, changes in gas prices are expected to add to its Upstream results by $0.0&nbsp;billion&nbsp;and&nbsp;$0.4 billion compared to the fourth quarter.
Also, Exxon Mobil projects that variations in industry margins will positively impact Energy Products <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">earnings by&nbsp;$0.3 billion –&nbsp;$0.7 billion</a>.
On the other hand, the company expects change in industry margins to impact Chemical Products earnings by&nbsp;$(0.1)&nbsp;billion –&nbsp;$0.1 billion and Specialty Products earnings by&nbsp;$(0.3)&nbsp;billion –&nbsp;$(0.1)&nbsp;billion.
Moreover, changes in timing effects are expected to positively impact both Upstream and Energy Products earnings by $0.1 billion – $0.5 billion each.
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Apart from this, changes in scheduled maintenance are projected to affect Upstream results by $0.0 billion –&nbsp;$0.2 billion, Energy Products by $(0.3) billion –&nbsp;$(0.1) billion, Chemical Products by $(0.1) billion –&nbsp;$0.1 billion and Specialty Products by $(0.1) billion –&nbsp;$0.1 billion.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, analysts estimate Exxon Mobil to report&nbsp;first -quarter adjusted earnings per share of&nbsp;$1.70 and revenues of&nbsp;$86.09 billion.
Last month, the company disclosed that it is preparing to increase its isopropyl alcohol (IPA)&nbsp;production, aiming to produce 99.999% ultra-pure IPA to meet the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44497833/exxon-mobil-eyes-semiconductor-boom-with-99-999-pure-isopropyl-alcohol-production-expansion-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">growing needs of the semiconductor sector</a>.
Exxon's Baton Rouge facility will undergo upgrades to manufacture this high-purity IPA to meet the growing demand by 2027.
Investors can gain exposure to XOM via&nbsp;THOR Equal Weight Low Volatility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/THLV#NYSE">THLV</a>) and ALPS Equal Sector Weight ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQL#NYSE">EQL</a>).
Price Action: XOM shares are down 3.53% at $108.46 premarket at the last check Friday.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Exxon Mobil.
Looking at options history for Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) we detected 20 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 45% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 55% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 16 are puts, for a total amount of $1,195,940 and 4, calls, for a total amount of $356,232.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $100.0 and $120.0 for Exxon Mobil, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Exxon Mobil options trades today is 3664.28 with a total volume of 10,170.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Exxon Mobil's big money trades within a strike price range of $100.0 to $120.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Exxon Mobil Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743697767_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$306.0K</td>
<td>12.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/02/25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.15</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$223.0K</td>
<td>816</td>
<td>19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$169.9K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>236</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>$2.77</td>
<td>$2.76</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$121.2K</td>
<td>12.0K</td>
<td>996</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$0.68</td>
<td>$111.00</td>
<td>$108.8K</td>
<td>231</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Exxon Mobil</h3>
ExxonMobil is an integrated oil and gas company that explores for, produces, and refines oil worldwide. In 2023, it produced 2.4 million barrels of liquids and 7.7 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day. At the end of 2023, reserves were 16.9 billion barrels of oil equivalent, 66% of which were liquids. The company is one of the world's largest refiners, with a total global refining capacity of 4.5 million barrels of oil per day, and is one of the world's largest manufacturers of commodity and specialty chemicals.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Exxon Mobil, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Exxon Mobil</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 8,876,468, the XOM's price is down by -4.02%, now at $113.9. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 0 days.</li>
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<h3>Expert Opinions on Exxon Mobil</h3>
A total of 3 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $134.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Barclays keeps a Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil with a target price of $135. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil with a target price of $138. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Mizuho continues to hold a Neutral rating for Exxon Mobil, targeting a price of $129. 
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Mizuho analyst Nitin Kumar maintains Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $131 to $129.

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Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) will release its first-quarter financial results after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xom/earnings">closing bell on Thursday, April 3</a>.
Analysts expect the Spring, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.70 per share, down from $2.06 per share in the year-ago period. Exxon Mobil projects quarterly revenue of $86.09 billion, compared to $83.08 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On Wednesday, ExxonMobil disclosed that Karen T. McKee, president of ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company and vice president Exxon Mobil Corporation, will retire effective May 1. The company's board named Matt Crocker president, ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company and vice president Exxon Mobil Corporation.
Exxon Mobil shares fell 0.3% to close at $118.67 on Wednesday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xom/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott maintained an Overweight rating and slashed the price target from $141 to $138 on March 27, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 80%.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Roger Read maintained an Overweight rating and cut the price target from $136 to $135 on Feb. 3, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 66%.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintained a Hold rating and raised the price target from $117 to $119 on Jan. 13, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 65%.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Ryan Todd maintained an Overweight rating and cut the price target from $138 to $127 on Dec. 19, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%.</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Jason Gabelman maintained a Buy rating and increased the price target from $127 to $132 on Nov. 19, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 60%.</li>
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Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) will release its first-quarter financial results after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XOM/earnings">closing bell on Thursday, April 3</a>.
Analysts expect the company to report quarterly earnings at $1.70 per share, down from $2.06 per share in the year-ago period. Exxon Mobil projects quarterly revenue of $86.09 billion, compared to $83.08 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On Wednesday, Exxon Mobil disclosed that Karen T. McKee, president of ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company and vice president of Exxon Mobil Corporation, will retire effective May 1. The company's board named Matt Crocker president of ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company and vice president of Exxon Mobil Corporation.
With the recent buzz around Exxon Mobil, some investors may be eyeing potential gains from the company's dividends, too. As of now, Exxon Mobil offers an annual dividend yield of 3.34%, which is a quarterly dividend amount of 99 cents per share ($3.96 a year).
To figure out how to earn $500 monthly from Exxon Mobil, we start with the yearly target of $6,000 ($500 x 12 months).
Next, we take this amount and divide it by Exxon Mobil's $3.96 dividend: $6,000 / $3.96 = 1,515 shares.
So, an investor would need to own approximately $179,785 worth of Exxon Mobil, or 1,515 shares to generate a monthly dividend income of $500.
Assuming a more conservative goal of $100 monthly ($1,200 annually), we do the same calculation: $1,200 / $3.96 = 303 shares, or $35,957 to generate a monthly dividend income of $100.
Note that dividend yield can change on a rolling basis, as the dividend payment and the stock price fluctuate over time.
The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the current stock price. As the stock price changes, the dividend yield will also change.
For example, if a stock pays an annual dividend of $2 and its current price is $50, its dividend yield would be 4%. However, if the stock price increases to $60, the dividend yield would decrease to 3.33% ($2/$60).
Conversely, if the stock price decreases to $40, the dividend yield would increase to 5% ($2/$40).
Further, the dividend payment itself can also change over time, which can also impact the dividend yield. If a company increases its dividend payment, the dividend yield will increase even if the stock price remains unchanged. Similarly, if a company decreases its dividend payment, the dividend yield will decrease.
XOM Price Action: Shares of Exxon Mobil fell by 0.3% to close at $118.67 on Wednesday.
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U.S. stock futures plummeted on Thursday after advancing on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were down over 2-3% in premarket trading.
Invoking a 1977 law, President Donald Trump declared a trade emergency Wednesday, arguing it was necessary to address the U.S.&#8217;s "large and persistent trade deficit." The White House <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44621408/market-access-has-a-price-trump-unveils-list-of-tariffs-countries-targeted">released a fact sheet</a> outlining the new reciprocal tariffs, which Trump justified with the principle, "Treat us like we treat you." 
While Canada and Mexico were notably excluded from the tariff program, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Sri Lanka face the steepest increases under the new system. Gold prices soared to a fresh record of $3,167.71 per ounce, and investors fled toward safe-haven assets.
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.06% and the two-year bond was at 3.78%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool </a>shows markets pricing in a 76.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve maintaining current interest rates through its May meeting. 
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, slumped in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was down 3.08% to $547.11, while the QQQ declined 3.36% to $460.17, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Consumer discretionary, industrials, and financials led a broad S&amp;P 500 rally Wednesday, pushing the Dow Jones over 200 points, despite President Trump&#8217;s later announcement of trade tariffs.
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) surged 5%, even after reporting weak delivery numbers. Contrary to the market&#8217;s upward trend, consumer staples closed lower.
Positive economic data, showing stronger-than-expected job growth and rising manufacturing orders, contributed to the day&#8217;s gains, though Trump&#8217;s trade actions sparked fears of a potential economic downturn.
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<td>0.87%</td>
<td>17,601.05</td>
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<td>0.67%</td>
<td>5,670.97</td>
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<td>0.56%</td>
<td>42,225.32</td>
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<td>1.65%</td>
<td>2,045.36</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
Senior economist Jeremy Siegel, in his weekly commentary, explained that the public is more willing to endure the near-term friction and economic headwinds from the cuts to inefficient government spending rather than "facing higher prices via tariffs, which bring near-term pain with very uncertain long-term benefit."
He said, "Dividend-paying value stocks look increasingly attractive, and I expect the market rotation from growth to dividend stocks to continue."
"Equity weakness has been widespread. The rotation out of growth continues, and the AI-led rally that defined the market over the last three years has decisively broken trend. Growth stocks have taken a larger hit than value stocks," he added.
Meanwhile, other analysts opined with their views on the tariffs. Wedbush&#8217;s Daniel Ives said, &#8220;We would characterize this slate of tariffs as ‘worse than the worst case scenario&#8217; the Street was fearing.&#8221;
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&mdash; Dan Ives (@DivesTech) <a href="https://twitter.com/DivesTech/status/1907611902047338791?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Economist Mohamed El-Erian said that the tariffs imposed by Trump point to &#8220;major worries about global economic growth.&#8221;
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&mdash; Mohamed A. El-Erian (@elerianm) <a href="https://twitter.com/elerianm/status/1907687511448572001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Justin Wolfers, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said that the "announcement was so much worse than expected that it caused the chance of a 2025 recession to rise from 42% to 52%.&#8221;
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&mdash; Justin Wolfers (@JustinWolfers) <a href="https://twitter.com/JustinWolfers/status/1907619681248108764?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Thursday:
<ul>
<li>The initial jobless claims data for the week ending March 29 and February&#8217;s U.S. trade deficit data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>March&#8217;s S&amp;P final U.S. services PMI and ISM services will be announced between 9:45 and 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Fed Vice Chairman Philip Jefferson will speak at 12:30 p.m., and Fed Governor Lisa Cook will speak at 2:30 p.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
<ul>
<li>Acuity Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>) was down 0.57% in premarket on Thursday ahead of its earnings before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of $3.70 per share on revenue of $1.03 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Conagra Brands Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAG#NYSE">CAG</a>) dropped 2.39% as Wall Street expects it to report a quarterly earnings of 53 cents per share on revenue of $2.90 billion before the opening bell.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) declined 2.38% ahead of its earnings after the closing bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of $1.70 per share on revenue of $86.09 billion.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) slumped 26.31% after reporting weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results after the market closed on Wednesday. Its fourth-quarter revenue of $812.41 million, missing the consensus estimate of $829.56 million</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Penguin Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENG#NASDAQ">PENG</a>) rose 4.60% as it posted better-than-expected results for its second quarter on Wednesday. The company said it sees FY25 net sales growth of 17% year-over-year and adjusted EPS of $1.60.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GNSS#NASDAQ">GNSS</a>) surged 41.55% after receiving $2.5 million worth of LRAD orders from the U.S. Military for Army, Navy, and Air Force units. LRAD systems provide long-range communication and escalation of force capabilities up to 5,000 meters, and are used globally.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) dropped after Elon Musk clarified his exit from the government&#8217;s DOGE as "fake news."</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading lower in the early New York session by 3.75% to hover around $69.02 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar declined 0.15% to hover around $3,122.96 per ounce. Its fresh record high stood at $3,167.71 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 1.68% at the 102.060 level.
Asian markets closed on a lower note on Thursday. India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, and South Korea's Kospi index fell. European markets were also lower in early trade.
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Lindsay (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNN#NYSE">LNN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.58 per share on revenue of $167.04 million. 
• MSC Industrial Direct Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSM#NYSE">MSM</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.68 per share on revenue of $899.59 million. 
• Lamb Weston Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LW#NYSE">LW</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.89 per share on revenue of $1.50 billion. 
• Conagra Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAG#NYSE">CAG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.73 per share on revenue of $3.03 billion. 
• Acuity (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $3.61 per share on revenue of $950.32 million. 
• WisdomTree International LargeCap Dividend Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOL#NYSE">DOL</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.31 per share on revenue of $1.84 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• CXApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CXAI#NASDAQ">CXAI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $2.00 million. 
• Lifecore Biomedical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LFCR#NASDAQ">LFCR</a>) is projected to report earnings for its third quarter. 
• Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.86 per share on revenue of $84.63 billion. 
• Simulations Plus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLP#NASDAQ">SLP</a>) is likely to report earnings for its second quarter. 
• Guess (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GES#NYSE">GES</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.43 per share on revenue of $920.92 million. 
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The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some improvement in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Wednesday.
U.S. stocks settled higher on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 200 points during the session ahead of the announcement of trade tariffs by President Donald Trump.
Trump later unveiled broad new tariffs on key trading partners, sparking fears of a global trade war that could further weaken the U.S. economy.
Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) rallied over 5% on Wednesday despite reporting the worst quarterly deliveries in over two years and missing analyst estimates.
On the economic data front, private businesses in the U.S. added 155,000 jobs in March compared to a revised 84,000 gain in February and higher than market estimates of 105,000. New orders for U.S. manufactured goods rose by 0.6% month-over-month for February compared to a revised 1.8% gain in January.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a positive note, with consumer discretionary, industrials, and financials stocks recording the biggest gains on Wednesday. However, consumer staples and consumer discretionary stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session lower.
The Dow Jones closed higher by around 235 points to 42,225.32 on Wednesday. The S&amp;P 500 rose 0.67% to 5,670.97, while the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.87% to 17,601.05 during Wednesday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Acuity Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>), Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAG#NYSE">CAG</a>), and Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) today.
At a current reading of 17.1, the index remained in the &#8220;Extreme Fear&#8221; zone on Wednesday, versus a prior reading of 15.6.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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With U.S. stock futures trading lower this morning on Thursday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows:
<ul>
<li>Wall Street expects Acuity Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>) to report quarterly earnings at $3.70 per share on revenue of $1.03 billion before the opening bell, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. Acuity shares fell 2% to $261.05 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>RH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RH#NYSE">RH</a>) reported weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results after the market closed on Wednesday. RH reported fourth-quarter revenue of $812.41 million, missing the consensus estimate of $829.56 million, according to Benzinga Pro. The luxury retailer reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.58 per share, missing analyst estimates of $1.92 per share. RH shares dipped 26.1% to $184.40 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts are expecting Conagra Brands Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAG#NYSE">CAG</a>) to post quarterly earnings at 53 cents per share on revenue of $2.90 billion. The company will release earnings before the markets open. Conagra shares fell 0.9% to $26.14 in after-hours trading.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Penguin Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PENG#NASDAQ">PENG</a>) posted better-than-expected results for its second quarter on Wednesday. The company said it sees FY25 net sales growth of 17% year-over-year +/-3% and adjusted EPS of $1.60 +/- $0.10. Penguin Solutions shares gained 4.6% to $18.88 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts expect Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) to post quarterly earnings at $1.70 per share on revenue of $86.09 billion after the closing bell. Exxon Mobil shares fell 2.3% to $115.91 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-04-03. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Exxon Mobil to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.86.
Anticipation surrounds Exxon Mobil's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.12, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Exxon Mobil's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.55</td>
<td>1.88</td>
<td>2.01</td>
<td>2.06</td>
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<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.67</td>
<td>1.92</td>
<td>2.14</td>
<td>2.06</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743602420_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Exxon Mobil Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Exxon Mobil were trading at $119.04 as of April 01. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 1.38%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely unhappy going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Opinions on Exxon Mobil</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Exxon Mobil.
The consensus rating for Exxon Mobil is Outperform, derived from 5 analyst ratings. An average one-year price target of $128.4 implies a potential 7.86% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Chevron, Shell and TotalEnergies, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Chevron is maintaining an Outperform status according to analysts, with an average 1-year price target of $175.38, indicating a potential 47.33% upside.</li>
<li>The consensus outlook from analysts is an Outperform trajectory for Shell, with an average 1-year price target of $83.36, indicating a potential 29.97% downside.</li>
<li>As per analysts' assessments, TotalEnergies is favoring an Neutral trajectory, with an average 1-year price target of $64.1, suggesting a potential 46.15% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Comprehensive Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for Chevron, Shell and TotalEnergies are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Exxon Mobil</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-0.77%</td>
<td>$17.25B</td>
<td>2.86%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chevron</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-1.22%</td>
<td>$13.21B</td>
<td>2.10%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Shell</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>-15.81%</td>
<td>$6.83B</td>
<td>0.51%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TotalEnergies</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-13.97%</td>
<td>$13.67B</td>
<td>3.38%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Exxon Mobil ranks at the top for Gross Profit and Return on Equity among its peers. However, it ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth.
<h3>Get to Know Exxon Mobil Better</h3>
ExxonMobil is an integrated oil and gas company that explores for, produces, and refines oil worldwide. In 2023, it produced 2.4 million barrels of liquids and 7.7 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day. At the end of 2023, reserves were 16.9 billion barrels of oil equivalent, 66% of which were liquids. The company is one of the world's largest refiners, with a total global refining capacity of 4.5 million barrels of oil per day, and is one of the world's largest manufacturers of commodity and specialty chemicals.
<h3>Exxon Mobil's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Challenges: Exxon Mobil's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.77%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Exxon Mobil's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 9.39%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Exxon Mobil's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.86% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.66%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Exxon Mobil's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.16.
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On CNBC's &#8220;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/03/28/final-trades-paypal-meta-abbvie-and-snowflake.html">Halftime Report Final Trades</a>,&#8221; Jim Lebenthal of Cerity Partners picked Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) as his final trade.
Lockheed Martin and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), which owns Google Public Sector, announced on Thursday a strategic partnership to integrate Google's advanced generative artificial intelligence (AI) into Lockheed Martin's AI Factory ecosystem. The initiative aims to enhance the development, deployment, and maintenance of AI-driven solutions for national security, aerospace, and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/contracts/25/03/44533913/lockheed-martin-and-google-partner-to-advance-ai-in-defense">scientific fields</a>.
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Shannon Saccocia of NB Private Wealth said iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYJ#NYSE">IYJ</a>) is down a little bit this year and offers some opportunity in a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IYJ/dividends">cyclical rebound.</a>
Stephen Weiss of Short Hills Capital Partners named U.S. 2 Year Treasury, saying it's a good place to hide.
Joseph M. Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners said energy prices are going to be higher for the year and Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) gets you the energy exposure that you need.
On Thursday, Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott maintained Exxon Mobil with an Overweight rating but slashed the price target from $141 to $138.
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<li>iShares U.S. Industrials ETF gained 0.8% on Monday.</li>
<li>Lockheed Martin shares rose 1.2% to close at $446.71 during Monday's session.</li>
<li>Exxon Mobil shares gained 1% to settle at $118.93 on Monday.</li>
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If you&#8217;ve been paying attention to the stock market recently, you must have come across a rather unexpected turn of events—value stocks are taking center stage from their flashy growth rivals. Over the course of three months, the Russell 1000 Value Index has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/03/44555763/value-stocks-are-crushing-growth-superstars-in-2025-is-more-to-come">beaten the Russell 1000 Growth Index </a>by a healthy 11%. That&#8217;s a far cry from this time last year, when tech and AI plays were driving the market upwards.
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With tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and recession jitters swirling, investors are flocking to the relative safety of value stocks. But is it a permanent pivot, or a temporary sidetrack? Although no one knows for sure what the market will do, history suggests that value stocks have a way of surviving rough patches.
For those looking to ride the wave, these <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">four value-based ETFs</a> are worth considering:
iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWD#NYSE">IWD</a>)
The first choice for most investors seeking to follow the Russell 1000 Value Index, IWD offers broad exposure to large-cap value stocks from a wide range of sectors, such as financials, healthcare, and consumer staples. Some of its holdings include stocks of JP Morgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Procter &amp; Gamble Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>). With its size and liquidity, this ETF is a convenient means of achieving diversified exposure to the value sector. It carries an expense ratio of 0.19%.
Vanguard Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTV#NYSE">VTV</a>)
An affordable fund with a bottom-of-the-barrel expense ratio of 0.04%, VTV tracks the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index. Blue-chip stalwarts such as JPMorgan Chase, and Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) are overweights in this fund, which is a good bet for stability and long-term growth.
SPDR S&amp;P 500 Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPYV#NYSE">SPYV</a>)
If you desire exposure to value stocks as part of the larger S&amp;P 500, SPYV may be considered. This ETF targets S&amp;P 500 stocks that reflect strong value features in terms of low price-to-earnings and price-to-book ratios. With the valuation differential between value and growth stocks as high as it is now, this ETF is poised to profit from a possible market correction. The portfolio is similar to that of IWD and VTV, and the expense ratio is 0.04%.
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>)
Dividend stocks tend to overlap with value stocks, and SCHD is a good representative of this case. Concentrating on high-grade dividend-paying businesses, this ETF not only gets investors exposed to value stocks but also provides a steady income under market uncertainty. Its portfolio carries blue-chip brands such as Coca-Cola (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), PepsiCo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>), and Pfizer (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>). This ETF comes with an expense ratio of 0.06%.
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Last quarter&#8217;s value outperformance is more than just jitters in the market. It&#8217;s because, as BlackRock&#8217;s Global CIO of Fundamental Equities Tony DeSpirito <a href="https://www.blackrock.com/us/individual/insights/value-stocks-underweight-and-unaware?utm_source=chatgpt.com">says</a>, growth stocks now comprise almost 40% of the S&amp;P 500—more than double their long-term average of 24%. With the valuations pulled forward, investors might begin shifting into value stocks for diversification. In addition, sectors like utilities, health care, and materials—staples in value indexes—are less tariff-vulnerable and potentially even positively affected by changes in trade policy.
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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. 
For now, it&#8217;s clear: Energy stocks ruled the first quarter, while Tech and Discretionary stocks got left in the dust.
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