oil companies

ConocoPhillips and EOG Resources both offer dividend yields above 2.5%, but ConocoPhillips' aggressive growth plans and free cash flow projections make it the stronger choice for income investors.

California Governor Newsom criticizes surging gas prices hitting $3.70 nationally, $5.51 statewide, costing Americans $1.5B extra weekly amid Iran conflict.

Crude oil climbs to $120/barrel amid Middle East tensions, pushing national gasoline to $3.54/gallon. Higher fuel costs threaten consumer spending and intensify inflationary pressures across the economy.