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Exxon Mobil Option Alert: Dec, 2026 $130 Calls at the Bid: 1083 @ $6.59 vs 446 OI; Ref=$111.36

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China has responded forcefully to President Donald Trump&#8217;s recent tariff increases, implementing reciprocal tariffs on selected American goods, sanctioning U.S. companies, and <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44092335/trumps-tariffs-threaten-canada-mexico-china-and-american-wallets">announcing plans to file a complaint</a> with the World Trade Organization.
What Happened: Beijing&#8217;s actions, timed to coincide with the U.S. doubling of universal tariffs on Chinese goods, include duties of 15% on U.S. poultry and agricultural products such as wheat, corn, and cotton, <a href="https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3300948/china-hits-back-trump-reciprocal-tariffs-sanctions-us-firms?module=top_story&amp;pgtype=homepage">reported</a> South China Morning Post. Tariffs of 10% will be applied to imports of soybeans, pork, beef, and various food products.
&#8220;The unilateral tariff measures launched by the United States seriously violate the rules of the WTO and undermine the basis for bilateral economic and trade cooperation,&#8221; said a Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson in an official statement.
Beyond tariffs, the Ministry of Commerce added 15 U.S. firms to China&#8217;s export control list, requiring special approval for them to receive exports of &#8220;dual-use&#8221; items. Another ten American companies were placed on Beijing&#8217;s &#8220;unreliable entity list,&#8221; effectively banning them from trading with China or making <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43462612/china-retaliatory-tariff-playbook-corn-wheat-soybeans-in-the-crosshairs">new investments in the country</a>.
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Why It Matters: The escalation follows Trump&#8217;s announcement last week to double tariffs on Chinese imports, augmenting the 10% duties in effect since February. These moves are widely viewed as the opening shots of a new trade war, with Trump signaling on his Truth Social platform that more tariffs could be coming on Apr. 2.
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Economists note that while China&#8217;s response is significant, it remains measured. &#8220;Today&#8217;s list covers agricultural goods such as soybeans that are important for trade between the two countries,&#8221; said Zhang Zhiwei, chief economist at Pinpoint Asset Management. &#8220;But China retaliated on a small share of U.S. exports. I think China is still trying not to escalate the trade war.&#8221;
Earlier in February, China had already <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/02/43454424/china-strikes-back-new-tariffs-up-to-15-on-certain-us-imports-in-retaliation-for-trumps-10-levy-on-chinese-goods">imposed 15% tariffs</a> on coal and liquefied natural gas and 10% on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and high-displacement vehicles, affecting major U.S. exporters like Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), and ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>).
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in XOM usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 10 extraordinary options activities for Exxon Mobil. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 70% leaning bullish and 20% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $87,345, and 8 are calls, amounting to $1,212,753.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $90.0 to $125.0 for Exxon Mobil over the recent three months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Exxon Mobil options trades today is 2861.56 with a total volume of 4,201.00.
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 $90.0 to $125.0 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/2025/1740762961_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$4.2</td>
<td>$3.95</td>
<td>$4.1</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$922.5K</td>
<td>9.6K</td>
<td>2.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$8.5</td>
<td>$8.6</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$66.2K</td>
<td>486</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$5.05</td>
<td>$5.1</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$60.1K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
<td>221</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/07/25</td>
<td>$1.03</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$50.0K</td>
<td>4.3K</td>
<td>524</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$16.45</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$39.4K</td>
<td>622</td>
<td>24</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.
<h3>Exxon Mobil's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 3,855,686, with XOM's price down by -0.34%, positioned at $109.78.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 56 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Exxon Mobil</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $125.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo persists with their Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil, maintaining a target price of $135. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Sector Perform with a price target of $115. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Exxon Mobil options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.

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Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with XOM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Exxon Mobil.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 87% bullish and 0%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $30,000, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $419,762.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $105.0 to $120.0 for Exxon Mobil over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Exxon Mobil options trades today is 1555.29 with a total volume of 1,284.00.
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 $105.0 to $120.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Exxon Mobil Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740589282_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$9.35</td>
<td>$9.4</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$137.2K</td>
<td>440</td>
<td align="right">173</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/28/25</td>
<td>$1.87</td>
<td>$1.78</td>
<td>$1.82</td>
<td>$112.00</td>
<td>$68.0K</td>
<td>550</td>
<td align="right">429</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$6.25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$57.5K</td>
<td>248</td>
<td align="right">98</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$3.2</td>
<td>$3.25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$56.8K</td>
<td>6.8K</td>
<td align="right">95</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$4.65</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$35.7K</td>
<td>956</td>
<td align="right">120</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>With a trading volume of 3,313,219, the price of XOM is up by 0.12%, reaching $109.86.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Exxon Mobil</h3>
A total of 2 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $125.0.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
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&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil, which currently sits at a price target of $135. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Sector Perform with a new price target of $115.
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
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Exxon Mobil's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.69% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.44%. Currently, Exxon Mobil has a market capitalization of $476.39 billion. 
Buying $100 In XOM: If an investor had bought $100 of XOM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $203.77 today based on a price of $109.79 for XOM at the time of writing.
<h3>Exxon Mobil's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740582910_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) subsidiary, Esso Australia Resources Pty Ltd, revealed a nearly $200 million investment in the Kipper <a target="_blank" href="https://corporate.exxonmobil.com/locations/australia/australia-newsroom/news-releases/2025/esso-mitsui-and-woodside-to-invest-nearly-200-million-into-the-gippsland-basin" rel="noreferrer noopener">1B </a>Project.
Esso manages assets in Bass Strait, which are part of the Gippsland Basin Joint Venture with Woodside Energy, as well as the Kipper Unit Joint Venture with Woodside and Mitsui.
The Kipper 1B Project, approved by Esso Australia and its co-venturers will utilize the VALARIS 107 jack-up rig to drill and install a subsea well in the Kipper field.
The project also includes major upgrades to the West Tuna platform and drilling in the Kipper field is scheduled to begin later this year, with simultaneous upgrades to the West Tuna platform.
The project aims to boost capacity from the Kipper field, ensuring a critical gas supply to the market before the winter of 2026.
Notably, the Kipper 1B Project builds on the success of the recently completed Kipper Compression Project and the West Barracouta project, which went live in 2021.
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ExxonMobil Australia Chair Simon Younger said, &#8220;Esso Australia continues to invest in multiple projects that ensure our Gippsland operations sustain gas production well into the 2030s.&#8221;
&#8220;Projects like Kipper 1B are vital to help meet the country's energy security needs by bringing new supply online, which will be used exclusively for Australia's domestic market.&#8221;
Investors can gain exposure to XOM via iShares U.S. Energy ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYE#NYSE">IYE</a>) and&nbsp;SPDR Select Sector Fund – Energy Select Sector&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>).
Price Action: XOM shares are down 0.27% at $110.39 at the last check Monday.
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The Bank of Montreal launched five new exchange-traded notes (ETNs) Thursday, expanding its range of leveraged and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/leveraged-etfs">inverse investment products</a>. 
The Canadian banking firm has also been quietly ramping up its Bitcoin ETF holdings, reflecting a growing interest in the cryptocurrency market.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Fresh Lineup Of Leveraged And Inverse ETNs</h2>
BMO's latest ETNs target the <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/press-release/bmo-and-rex-shares-launch-us-big-banks-and-us-big-oil-leveraged-inverse-leveraged">energy </a>sector through the Solactive MicroSectors U.S. Big Oil Index, which consists of major oil players such as Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), Valero Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>), Phillips 66 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSX#NYSE">PSX</a>), Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>), and Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>). The bank has introduced two ETNs for investors with opposing market views:
MicroSectors U.S. Big Oil 3X Leveraged ETNs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRGU#NYSE">NRGU</a>), which seeks to generate three times the daily return of the index, and MicroSectors U.S. Big Oil -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRGD#NYSE">NRGD</a>), which provides the inverse, delivering negative three times the index's daily movement.
These products allow investors to make tactical bets on the energy market, especially as oil prices remain highly sensitive to geopolitical and economic changes.
BMO hasn&#8217;t left the financial sector behind, with new leveraged and inverse ETNs tied to the Solactive MicroSectors U.S. Big Banks Index. This index tracks heavyweights such as JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), Goldman Sachs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), Citigroup (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), and Bank of America.
The MicroSectors U.S. Big Banks 3X Leveraged ETNs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNKU#NYSE">BNKU</a>) provides three times the daily return of the index. On the other hand, the MicroSectors U.S. Big Banks -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNKD#NYSE">BNKD</a>) moves in the opposite direction, offering negative three times the daily performance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">BMO's Growing Crypto Bet</h2>
BMO has also recently made a significant push into Bitcoin ETFs. According to a February <a href="https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/20289730836265">report </a>from Binance, which cited an SEC filing by BMO, the bank has upped its Bitcoin ETF holdings from $13 million to $150 million, a staggering 1053.85% increase in just one quarter.
Regulatory filings submitted to the U.S. SEC on January 13 revealed that BMO had allocated $139 million to BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETFs, with the remaining $11 million divided among ETFs from ARK 21Shares, Grayscale, and Fidelity.
The leveraged and inverse ETNs cater to active traders looking for higher exposure to high-momentum sectors, while the Bitcoin ETF investment signals institutional optimism in crypto's long-term potential.
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CNBC Final Trades: XOM, LNG, TMO

In the current market session, Exxon Mobil Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) share price is at $110.68, after a 0.34% spike. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 0.08%, but in the past year, spiked by 5.99%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740062863_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Exxon Mobil P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 36.48 in the Oil, Gas &amp; Consumable Fuels industry, Exxon Mobil Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 14.07. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740062863_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

A Look Into Exxon Mobil Inc's Price Over Earnings

Shares of several oil companies are trading higher following a drone attack on a Russian pipeline which could reduce supply.

Israel on Tuesday announced plans to enter negotiations with Hamas to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and facilitate the release of the remaining Israeli hostages.
What Happened: Israel&#8217;s foreign minister,&nbsp;Gideon Sa'ar, declared that the nation is set to begin negotiations with Hamas, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/hamas-to-release-four-dead-hostages-on-thursday-1051269e?mod=hp_lead_pos6">as per</a>&nbsp;The Wall Street Journal.
The talks aim to establish a permanent ceasefire and secure the release of the remaining Israeli hostages held by Hamas. This development follows Hamas&#8217; agreement to return the bodies of four deceased hostages, a gesture seen as a potential step toward broader peace efforts.
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In return, Israel has agreed to release all Palestinian women and minors under 19 detained in Gaza since October 2023, who were not directly involved in the conflict, according to Arab mediators, the report said. 
Israel&#8217;s security cabinet approved the launch of the second phase of the ceasefire deal on Monday night, two weeks later than originally planned.
Why It Matters: The first phase of the 42-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to conclude on March 1. The transition to the second phase has been a politically sensitive issue in Israel, as members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing alliance remain opposed to ending the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/01/43029992/netanyahu-postpones-ceasefire-vote-raising-questions-about-gaza-truce-prospects">war without the complete dismantling of Hamas.</a>
Earlier this month,&nbsp;President Donald Trump&nbsp;announced that the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43484176/trump-says-us-will-take-over-gaza-strip-were-going-to-develop-it-create-thousands-of-jobs">U.S. would take over the Gaza Strip</a>&nbsp;and develop it, creating thousands of jobs. This proposal was met with widespread criticism, with world leaders rejecting the idea of displacing nearly 2 million Palestinians from Gaza.
President Trump also proposed a <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43503385/trumps-gaza-plan-for-seaside-resort-faces-global-pushback">plan to convert Gaza</a> into a real estate project. French President&nbsp;Emmanuel Macron&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43645123/emmanuel-macron-rejects-trumps-plan-of-turning-gaza-into-a-resort-the-right-answer-is-not-a-real-estate-operation">emphasized the need for a political solution</a>&nbsp;to the Gaza issue, rejecting the idea of turning the region into a real estate project. 
Meanwhile, West Texas Intermediate crude futures jumped 0.61% to $71.14 per barrel by 8:20 a.m. ET, while Brent crude was down 0.29% to $75 per barrel. U.S. energy stocks were trading mixed in premarket as the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) rose 0.47%. Oil giants Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) gained 0.17% and Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) was down 0.15%.
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Israel To Begin Negotiations With Hamas For Permanent Cease-Fire, Release Of Remaining Hostages

Former U.S. Secretary of Labor Robert Reich has called out the tax reduction plans of the Donald Trump-led administration in an X post, terming them as an &#8220;absolutely shameless giveaway,&#8221; that could shoot up the deficit by $4.6 trillion.
What Happened: The possible tax cuts for rich individuals and lower corporate tax rates are likely to widen the U.S. trade deficit, which the Trump 2.0 administration would most likely fund from the tariffs imposed on its trading partners.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Trump wants to extend his tax cuts for rich individuals, which would add $4.6T to the deficit. But he wants to go even further, cutting the corporate tax rate to 15%. It&#39;s yet another absolutely shameless giveaway. <a href="https://t.co/mkAWOFkkUd">pic.twitter.com/mkAWOFkkUd</a>
&mdash; Robert Reich (@RBReich) <a href="https://twitter.com/RBReich/status/1891623719304339516?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The data from the Center For American Progress Action Fund or CAPAF shows that cutting the corporate tax rate down to 15% would save all sectors and companies billions of dollars in tax.
<ul>
<li>Top 100 U.S. Companies: Can expect a total annual tax cut of $48 billion despite reporting $1.1 trillion in profits in their 2023 annual report.</li>
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<ul>
<li>Top 10 U.S. Companies: Reported more than $520 billion in profits according to their 2023 annual report can expect an annual tax cut of $23 billion. These include firms like Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Comcast Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>), and JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Oil: The five largest U.S. oil companies, including Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MPC#NYSE">MPC</a>), Phillips 66 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSX#NYSE">PSX</a>), and Valero Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLO#NYSE">VLO</a>) will receive an estimated $2.2 billion annual tax cut, despite over $80 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Pharma: The five largest U.S. drug makers, Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>), Merck &amp; Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>), Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>) and Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>) will receive an estimated $3.1 billion annual tax cut, despite over $50 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Banking: The five largest Wall Street banks, JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), Wells Fargo &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>) and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>) will receive an estimated $4.1 billion annual tax cut, despite nearly $113 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Grocery: The five largest grocery companies, Kroger Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>), Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), Albertsons Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>), Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>) and Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) will receive an estimated $1.7 billion annual tax cut, despite over $29 billion in profits.</li>
</ul>
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Why It Matters: Trump has threatened all its trading partners with &#8220;reciprocal tariffs,&#8221; while already having implemented 25% on steel and aluminum imports.
According to economists like Craig Shapiro, who is a macro strategist at the Bear Traps Report, tariffs are the "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43587245/tariffs-are-the-only-way-to-fund-tax-cuts-without-deficit-expansion-argues-expert-as-it-takes-center-stage-in-donald-trumps-economic-plan">only way</a>" to fund tax cuts without expanding the federal deficit. 
Shapiro likened Trump&#8217;s governance to that of a &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/02/43763438/trump-acting-like-a-mafia-don-says-this-economist-as-uncertainty-mounts-businesses-hold-back-in-fear-of-unforeseen-economic-shifts">Mafia Don</a>,&#8221; saying businesses are now uncertain about the economy&#8217;s direction. He noted fading &#8220;initial euphoria&#8221; and a &#8220;wait-and-see&#8221; approach from business leaders due to unclear policies, tariffs, trade agreement uncertainty, and fluctuating government spending. &#8211;
Price Action: On Friday, 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 and Nasdaq 100 indices, closed mixed. SPY fell 0.0049% to a value of $609.7, and QQQ was up by 0.42% to end at a value of $538.15, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Exxon Mobil. Our analysis of options history for Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) revealed 19 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 31% of traders were bullish, while 31% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 7 were puts, with a value of $261,970, and 12 were calls, valued at $4,325,271.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $50.0 to $125.0 for Exxon Mobil over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in Exxon Mobil's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to Exxon Mobil's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $50.0 to $125.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>Exxon Mobil Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739294154_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

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<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 align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$63.45</td>
<td>$59.7</td>
<td>$61.0</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$3.7M</td>
<td>622</td>
<td align="right">619</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$34.7</td>
<td>$33.25</td>
<td>$33.56</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$167.8K</td>
<td>494</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$16.9</td>
<td>$16.55</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$66.8K</td>
<td>114</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$16.95</td>
<td>$17.2</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$60.3K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$14.4</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$49.8K</td>
<td>546</td>
<td align="right">35</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.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Exxon Mobil</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 3,553,904, the XOM's price is up by 0.96%, now at $112.03. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 73 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Exxon Mobil</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $123.0.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Truist Securities keeps a Hold rating on Exxon Mobil with a target price of $119. 
&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from RBC Capital lowers its rating to Sector Perform with a new price target of $115. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil, which currently sits at a price target of $135. 
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Exxon Mobil Unusual Options Activity For February 11

Oil prices climbed Monday, marking their strongest one-day surge in nearly a month, as geopolitical risks intensified following threats of a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/gaza">ceasefire breakdown in Gaza.</a>
West Texas Intermediate crude futures jumped 1.8% to $71.90 per barrel by 2:30 p.m. ET, while Brent crude advanced 1.6% to $76.40 per barrel. The rally came as investors weighed the potential for renewed instability in the Middle East, a region responsible for nearly one-third of global oil production.
U.S. energy stocks also gained traction, with the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) rising 2%, while oil majors Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) climbed 1.6% and 0.8%, respectively.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ceasefire At Risk: Hamas Accuses Israel Of Violations</h3>
Concerns over escalating conflict in Gaza grew after Hamas announced it would halt hostage releases, citing Israel's alleged failure to uphold the terms of the ceasefire.
Two Egyptian security sources told Reuters that mediators now fear a collapse in the deal, which was intended to facilitate a phased exchange of hostages and prisoners.
Since the agreement took effect in early January, Hamas has freed 18 captives, including dual U.S.-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel, in exchange for more than 730 Palestinian prisoners.
Yet, the next scheduled swap — three Israeli hostages for hundreds of Palestinian detainees — has now been delayed.
The fragile six-week ceasefire, which began in mid-January, was designed to facilitate the release by Hamas of Israeli hostages captured in its Oct. 7 attack in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Middle East Strategy: What's Next For Gaza?</h3>
President Donald Trump, less than a month into his second term, has sent global shockwaves with his stance on Gaza. Over the weekend, he floated the idea of U.S. ownership of the war-ravaged enclave, describing it as a potential economic hub.
Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump suggested that Gaza could be bought and owned with assistance from regional partners.
"I&#8217;m committed to buying and owning Gaza&#8230;We&#8217;ll make it into a very good site for future development,&#8221; he said.
Last week, in a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump suggested the United States assume control of the Gaza Strip. His proposal included relocating the roughly 2 million Palestinian residents to nearby nations like Egypt and Jordan, envisioning Gaza's transformation into the &#8220;Riviera of the Middle East.&#8221;
Trump said that Palestinians displaced from Gaza would not have the right to return under his proposal. 
Trump's suggestion sparked significant international criticism. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres cautioned against any measures that could be interpreted as ethnic cleansing.
Egypt and Jordan have firmly rejected the idea of resettling Palestinians from Gaza, citing concerns over regional stability and potential demographic shifts.
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Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) may have edged out retail giant Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) in terms of quarterly revenue with its fourth-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43545590/amazoncom-q4-earnings-highlights-revenue-beat-eps-beat-most-successful-holiday-shopping-season-in-company-history">earnings released Thursday.&nbsp;</a>
The Details: Walmart, often dubbed "the world's largest retailer," has been the top revenue generator since 2012 when it took the top spot from Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/06/amazon-set-to-pass-walmart-in-revenue-for-first-time.html?utm_campaign=mb&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_source=morning_brew">according </a>to CNBC.&nbsp;
Amazon may have taken the title from Walmart after it reported $187.79 billion in revenue for the fourth quarter in Thursday's earnings release. Walmart is set to report on Feb. 20 and the Wall Street consensus estimates revenue of $180.08 billion, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
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Amazon's revenue pushed higher in the fourth quarter with the help of 19% year-over-year gains in its cloud business, AWS. CEO Andy Jassy also pointed to Amazon's "most successful holiday season yet" with a record-breaking Black Friday week and Cyber Monday helping to drive revenue higher.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in XOM usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 27 extraordinary options activities for Exxon Mobil. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 51% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $252,661, and 22 are calls, amounting to $1,848,932.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $80.0 and $140.0 for Exxon Mobil, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Exxon Mobil options trades today is 5497.4 with a total volume of 64,203.00.
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 $80.0 to $140.0 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/2025/1738696523_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.9</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.7</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$596.9K</td>
<td>7.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$2.53</td>
<td>$2.54</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$254.0K</td>
<td>17.8K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$15.9</td>
<td>$15.15</td>
<td>$15.15</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$151.5K</td>
<td>799</td>
<td>121</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>$1.16</td>
<td>$1.18</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$97.3K</td>
<td>21.8K</td>
<td>13.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>XOM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$3.4</td>
<td>$3.45</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$75.5K</td>
<td>9.5K</td>
<td>1.3K</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.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Exxon Mobil, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Exxon Mobil Standing Right Now?</h3>
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<li>With a volume of 7,786,325, the price of XOM is up 2.28% at $109.53. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 80 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Exxon Mobil</h3>
In the last month, 3 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $123.0.
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&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its rating to Sector Perform, setting a price target of $115. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Wells Fargo has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Exxon Mobil, which currently sits at a price target of $135. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Truist Securities continues to hold a Hold rating for Exxon Mobil, targeting a price of $119. 
Options are a riskier asset compared to just trading the stock, but they have higher profit potential. Serious options traders manage this risk by educating themselves daily, scaling in and out of trades, following more than one indicator, and following the markets closely.
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for Exxon Mobil, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.

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Shares of energy stocks are trading higher amid reports that President Donald Trump is preparing to issue a memorandum directing the U.S. Treasury to impose maximum economic pressure on Iran.

Oil markets reversed course sharply on Tuesday morning following reports that President Donald Trump is preparing to issue a memorandum directing the U.S. Treasury to impose maximum <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/iran">economic pressure on Iran.</a> 
The directive aims to enforce sanctions and block all potential paths for Iran to develop a nuclear weapon, according to a Reuters report.
The new directive may require the U.S. Secretary of State to modify or revoke existing sanctions waivers and collaborate with the Treasury Department to implement a plan aimed at eliminating Iran&#8217;s oil exports, according to a U.S. official.
&#8220;A bold move considering Iran still ships as much as&nbsp;1.3 million barrels per day, mostly to China,&#8221; commented oilprice.com. 
The news outlet indicated that global oil supply could tighten overnight and noted that the last time Trump fully enforced Iranian sanctions, oil prices surged past $80.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Oil Prices Rebound From Session Lows</h3>
Crude oil prices initially declined overnight amid demand concerns following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/02/43462165/china-strikes-retaliatory-measures-against-us-following-trumps-10-tariffs-its-much-less-than-proportional-analyst-says">Chinese trade countermeasures against U.S. tariffs.</a> 
Yet, oil prices erased their losses amid news of Trump&#8217;s potential actions on Iran, rallying on fears of potential supply disruptions.
West Texas Intermediate crude surged above $73 per barrel after hitting a session low of $70, reflecting a sharp intraday swing. Brent crude followed a similar pattern, rising as traders recalibrated expectations for global supply.
Traders will closely watch for further developments regarding the directive and the upcoming meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump on Tuesday, which could further shape U.S. policy on Iran and energy markets.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Energy Stocks Outperform </h3>
The broader energy sector saw significant gains as oil prices rebounded. The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) jumped 1.9%, leading all other sectors. Major oil companies also saw strong moves higher, with both Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>) climbing 2.2%. 
On Tuesday, Goldman Sachs raised its 12-month price target on Chevron from $182 to $183, implying an 18% upside from current levels. Analyst Neil Mehta reiterated Chevron as a &#8220;top Super Major pick for 2025,&#8221; citing three key factors such as strong capital returns, major project ramp-ups and margin expansion.
Goldman expects Chevron to return approximately one-third of its market cap to shareholders over the next three years through dividends and share buybacks. The stock currently yields 4.6%.
Key growth drivers include increased production from the Permian Basin, U.S. Gulf of Mexico, and Kazakhstan&#8217;s Tengiz field.
Finally, the company is expected to improve profitability through cost-cutting and operational efficiencies.
Goldman projects free cash flow of $22 billion in 2025 and $28 billion in 2026, assuming Brent crude prices of $76 and $80 per barrel, respectively. This equates to an FCF yield of 9% in 2025 and 11% in 2026.
Goldman Sachs adjusted its 12-month price target on Exxon from $123 to $117, holding a &#8216;Neutral&#8217; rating.
The firm acknowledges Exxon's strong operational execution and premium upstream portfolio—including assets in Guyana, LNG, and the Permian—but cites valuation concerns relative to peers.
&#8220;While we remain constructive on XOM's strong track record of quarterly and operational execution, we remain mindful of relative valuation,&#8221; the bank stated, highlighting that Exxon&#8217;s 2026 FCF yield of 8% lags behind Chevron and ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>), which are projected at 11%.
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In response to the United States&#8217; unilateral decision to impose a 10% tariff on all Chinese goods, China has announced its intention to retaliate by imposing tariffs on certain US imports.
What Happened: The State Council Customs Tariff Commission announced on Tuesday that it will be imposing tariffs on certain US imports, effective from Feb. 10. The decision comes in response to the U.S. government&#8217;s decision to levy a 10% tariff on all Chinese goods.
According to the announcement, the tariffs will be as follows:
1. A 15% tariff on coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
2. A 10% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, high-displacement vehicles, and pickup trucks.
3. Additional tariffs will be imposed on the listed U.S. imports, on top of the existing rates. The current tax exemption and reduction policies will remain unchanged, and the additional tariffs will not be subject to reduction.
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The announcement was made according to the laws of the People&#8217;s Republic of China, including the Customs Law, the Foreign Trade Law, and international legal principles. The decision was approved by the State Council.
In a separate statement, officials from the Chinese Commerce Ministry and customs announced the implementation of export controls on items related to tungsten, tellurium, ruthenium, and molybdenum.
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President Donald Trump&#8216;s tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China are predicted to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43442219/why-beer-tequila-avocados-cars-iphone-prices-could-rise-trumps-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-china-to-hurt-several-sectors">impact several sectors</a> and potentially lead to retailers and companies raising prices on consumers to offset the higher prices.
Renowned economist and Obama-era Treasury Secretary, Lawrence Summers, criticized President Trump's recent tariff impositions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43425160/trump-tariffs-a-strategic-gift-to-xi-jinpings-china-says-obama-era-treasury-secretary-jobs-in-industrial-heartland-will-be-lost">describing them as a "bully strategy"</a> that could have far-reaching negative impacts.
Among crude oil and LNG exporters, companies like Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), and ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>), which have significant exports to China, could see higher costs due to the new tariffs. Similarly, U.S. automakers such as General Motors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) and Ford (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), which sell vehicles in China, may encounter new challenges.
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Date	Put/Call	Strike Price	Exp Date	DTE	Trade Vol	Day Vol	Vol / OI	OI	Trade Type	Sentiment
11:08 AMFeb 19, 2025	CALL	$130.00	Dec 18, 2026	653	4001	2137	897	446	TRADE	BEARISH
11:02 AMFeb 19, 2025	CALL	$130.00	Dec 18, 2026	653	0	1083	0	446	TRADE	BEARISH