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Major U.S. oil equities, led by Exxon Mobil and Chevron, faced a significant sell-off as Brent Crude prices crashed 7% on Wednesday, dropping below the $100 per barrel threshold. The market downturn reflects growing optimism over a potential Iran peace deal under the Trump administration, with traders specifically focusing on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. In response to the volatility, Occidental Petroleum has halted new oil hedges to protect its realized earnings from unpredictable price swings. Analysts suggest that the removal of the geopolitical risk premium is weighing heavily on the energy sector as supply concerns ease. Occidental’s strategic shift highlights the uncertainty surrounding price stability during these high-stakes negotiations. Investors remain focused on the formal terms of the agreement and its long-term implications for global energy logistics.
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