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Gibson Wealth Advisors LLC reduced its stake in Exxon Mobil by 31.7% in Q3, now holding $2.43 million worth of shares. Other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions. Analysts have mixed ratings on Exxon Mobil, with a consensus rating of 'Moderate Buy' and an average target price of $129.45. VP Darrin L. Talley sold 3,000 shares, reducing his ownership by 9.5%. Exxon Mobil's stock opened at $116.56, with a market cap of $491.57 billion.

- Gibson Wealth Advisors LLC reduced its stake in Exxon Mobil Corporation by 31.7%, owning 21,564 shares after selling 10,030 shares during the third quarter.  
- Other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings, with various firms increasing or establishing new positions in Exxon Mobil.  
- Exxon Mobil's shares currently have a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" with an average target price of $129.45, while analysts have raised target prices recently, despite concerns over potential commodity price pressures.

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Experts at oil & weapons-funded CSIS: 'Go big' in Venezuela

Harbour Energy is set to acquire LLOG Exploration for $3.2 billion, marking its strategic entry into the Gulf of Mexico. Other headlines include Chevron's investment in Venezuela, U.S. actions against Venezuelan oil shipments, PosiGen's financial challenges, BP's new CEO, and Israel-Egypt gas deal. The news also covers U.S. natural gas market volatility and electricity auction price concerns.

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Chevron Could Raise Its Dividend Next Month - CVX Stock Looks Too Cheap

On December 19, 2025, an explosion at a Petroboscan facility in Venezuela, where Chevron owns 40%, cut production by 3,100 barrels daily from 15 wells, damaging equipment.1Chevron is now the top foreign investor in Venezuela, maintaining operations amid U.S. sanctions and military pressure linked to President Maduro's regime.2On December 19, 2025, Chevron (CVX) executives reported share changes. Michael Wirth added 836 shares, while others like Alana Knowles and Pate Hewitt also adjusted their holdings.3

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Key facts: Explosion at Petroboscan Cuts Chevron's Venezuela Output; CVX Execs Adjust Shares

Elliott Gue, editor of Energy and Income Advisor, recommends Chevron Corp. (CVX) as a strong investment despite low oil prices in 2025. Chevron's acquisition of Hess Corp. enhances its production profile, with promising developments in Guyana, the Mediterranean, and the Permian Basin. Chevron's year-to-date return is 8%, with a dividend increase of 4.9%. Gue anticipates higher returns due to rising commodity prices, increased output, and cost-cutting measures.

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Chevron: A Supermajor To Own For Energy's Next Powerful Phase

California's refining capacity has decreased by 25% due to the shutdown of Phillips 66, leaving a $2 billion cleanup bill. The state now operates 14 refineries, producing 1.6 million barrels daily, with demand at 1.4 million barrels per day. This leaves a 16% safety margin, and any further closures could threaten fuel availability and prices for 28 million residents. Energy experts warn of a dangerous supply shortage.

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Chevron, the lone U.S. company in the South American country, has weathered years of political and economic instability in Venezuela, but the latest U.S. pressure campaign could become its toughest test yet.

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The article analyzes three trade ideas focusing on time decay: Gilead's diagonal spread is profitable, Valero's put credit spread is losing, and ExxonMobil's calls are underwater. Gilead benefits from positive time decay, while Valero and ExxonMobil face challenges due to stock movements. The piece emphasizes the importance of structure in trading and advises on potential actions based on stock support levels and sector strength.

- The article discusses the current performance of three trades, highlighting one success with Gilead (GILD) and two failures with Valero (VLO) and ExxonMobil (XOM), illustrating key lessons about time decay in options trading.  
- GILD's diagonal structure benefits from positive time decay, while VLO and XOM face losses due to adverse market movements, emphasizing the importance of strategy in managing options trades.  
- The overall market context reveals continued strength in healthcare against weakness in technology and energy, suggesting a focus on resilient sectors for future trades.

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Michael K. Wirth, Chairman of Chevron Corp, filed a Form 4 with the SEC on December 19, 2025, disclosing the acquisition of 836 shares through exercise and subsequent surrender of the same shares at $149.52 each to cover option exercise costs and tax liabilities. Ending holdings are 50,969 shares.

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Chmn Wirth Acquires 836 Of Chevron Corp [CVX]

Pate R Hewitt, Vice President of Chevron Corp, filed a Form 4 on December 19, 2025, disclosing the acquisition of 190 shares through exercise and subsequent surrender of the same shares to cover option exercise cost and/or tax liability. Ending holdings are 26,569 shares.

VP Pate Acquires 190 Of Chevron Corp [CVX]

Nelson Mark A, Officer and Director of Chevron Corp, filed a Form 4 with the SEC on December 19, 2025, disclosing changes in ownership. He exercised 269 shares at $0.00 and surrendered them at $149.52 to cover option exercise costs and tax liabilities. His ending holdings are 24,386 shares. The Washington Service provides insider trading analysis and data services.

Officer/Dir Nelson Acquires 269 Of Chevron Corp [CVX]

Booth Thomas Ryder, Vice President of Chevron Corp, filed a Form 4 with the SEC on December 19, 2025, disclosing a transaction involving the exercise and surrender of 122 shares. The shares were surrendered back to the company to cover option exercise costs and/or tax liabilities. The ending holdings are 3,186 shares, with 6 held directly and 3,180 indirectly.