From Iran to Venezuela, why the oil market is on edge this weekend

Weekends now seem to be the worse time for oil traders to let their guard down.

Why oil experts say U.S.-Iran tensions feel different this time around than previous crises

Oil experts are factoring in the possibility of revolutionary upheaval in Iran as tensions with the…

Exxon Mobil’s stock hits a new high. Its CEO’s call on Venezuela may be helping.

Last Updated: Jan. 13, 2026 at 5:01 p.m. ETFirst Published: Jan. 13, 2026 at 12:49 p.m. ET Exxon…

Why oil prices could rise as U.S.-Iran tensions swell

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil markets, is back in focus for…

Stocks are signaling that another commodities ‘supercycle’ is afoot in 2026

Published: Jan. 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET Parts of the financial market linked to hard assets…

Oil rises 3% this week — and not just because of Venezuela

Control over Venezuela’s oil has been in the spotlight all week, but developments in Iran are…

How Trump’s control over Venezuela’s oil gets him close to a seat at OPEC’s table

‘Control of Venezuela oil is shifting rapidly from boardrooms to governments’, says Nigel Green of deVere…

Here’s how much oil Venezuela is producing and exporting, as the country’s future hangs in the balance

A guide to what’s happened with Venezuela’s crude-oil production and exports since President Donald Trump ordered…

Why U.S. oil refiners could be the big winners in Venezuela — even if its actual reserves disappoint

Refiners in the U.S. have the distinctive ability to handle the type of heavy crude Venezuela…

Friday’s job report should move the Treasury market more than Venezuela developments. Here’s what to watch.

Published: Jan. 6, 2026 at 1:56 p.m. ET The Treasury market was moving in a listless fashion…