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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Sean Williams

Buffett Exits Stage Without Buybacks as Berkshire Shifts to New Leadership

Warren Buffett retired as Berkshire Hathaway CEO on December 31, 2025, after pausing $78B buyback program for 19 months, citing valuation concerns.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Oil Stocks Surge on Iran Tensions, But Geopolitical Calm Could End Rally

Oil stocks rally as Brent crude hits $85/barrel amid Iran tensions. Supply threats via Strait of Hormuz could push prices above $100, but de-escalation risks cooling gains.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Evette Mitkov

Occidental Petroleum Surges on Middle East Oil Supply Fears

Occidental Petroleum shares gained 0.68% to $53.60 Friday as Middle East tensions threatened global oil supplies. Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure and tanker strikes support oil prices.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Globe Newswire

Occidental Petroleum Launches Debt Buyback Program Ahead of March Deadline

Occidental Petroleum announced cash tender offers for senior notes and debentures, with early tender deadline March 4, 2026, and settlement March 9, 2026.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Big Oil's Advantage: How Middle East Tensions Boost Energy Giants

Middle East tensions boost giant energy producers ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Occidental Petroleum through scale and geographic diversification advantages.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Sean Williams

Berkshire's New CEO Adds Apple, Moody's to 'Forever' Holdings Despite Buffett's Exit

Greg Abel adds Moody's and Apple to Berkshire Hathaway's permanent holdings list, continuing Buffett's legacy while signaling confidence in both companies.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Itai Smidt

Occidental Surges on Geopolitical Oil Premium as Middle East Tensions Persist

$OXY surges near 52-week highs as Middle East tensions push crude above $77-85/barrel. Debt reduction and 8% dividend boost support upside thesis.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Jaachi Mbachu, Aci

Oil Surges 13% as Strait of Hormuz Closure Triggers Energy Stock Rally

Brent crude jumps to $82.37 after Iran retaliates for airstrikes by closing the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of global oil supply.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Timothy Fries

Energy Stocks Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Drive Oil Above $82

Exxon Mobil jumps 5.9% as U.S.-Iran conflict near Strait of Hormuz sends Brent crude up 13% to $82.37/barrel, reshaping near-term energy economics.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Berkshire's $381.7B War Chest and AI Immunity Position It as Safe Harbor

Berkshire Hathaway's record $381.7B cash position and AI-resilient portfolio under new CEO Greg Abel position it as defensive alternative amid market uncertainty.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Iran Conflict Could Push Oil to $100, But Spike May Be Fleeting

Analysts predict U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran could drive oil to $100/barrel, but offsetting factors like OPEC supply increases and U.S. shale production may limit duration.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Reuben Gregg Brewer

Occidental Petroleum Accelerates Gains Following Strong Q4 Earnings Beat

Occidental Petroleum stock surged in early 2026 after beating Q4 earnings expectations. Strong midstream operations and improving oil prices drove gains despite elevated debt levels.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Sean Williams

American Express Positioned to Become Berkshire Hathaway's Top Holding Post-Buffett

Berkshire Hathaway is selling Apple shares while positioning American Express as its top holding post-Buffett, reflecting a strategic portfolio shift during the leadership transition.
AXPBACBACpBBACpEBACpK+18dividend incomeGreg Abel
The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Occidental Petroleum Posts Strong Q4 Results Through Operational Efficiency Gains

Occidental Petroleum beat Q4 earnings estimates on operational efficiency, generating $1B in free cash flow. Plans additional cost cuts and 8% dividend increase for 2026.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Surbhi Jain

Occidental Petroleum Reduces Debt to $15B Following OxyChem Sale to Berkshire

Occidental Petroleum sold OxyChem to Berkshire Hathaway for $9.7B, reducing debt to $15B and raising its dividend by 8%.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Lekha Gupta

Occidental Petroleum Surges on Earnings Beat Despite Analyst Caution

Occidental Petroleum surged 8.26% after beating earnings expectations with 31 cents EPS versus 18 cents consensus. JPMorgan maintained Underweight rating citing first-quarter headwinds.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Piero Cingari

Geopolitical Tensions Lift Oil, Weigh on Broad Market Gains

U.S. stocks fell as geopolitical tensions drove investors toward caution. Oil climbed to seven-month highs while energy stocks gained, but broader markets retreated.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Occidental Petroleum Positioned for February Earnings Report Amid Oil Price Headwinds

Occidental Petroleum reports Q4 2025 earnings February 18 amid lower oil prices, though the company historically beats expectations. Geopolitical tensions could influence crude valuations.
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