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U.S. oil prices traded below $80 a barrel for the first time since March 10, triggering a sell-off in major energy equities. Shares of Exxon and Chevron declined following news of a diplomatic deal between the United States and Iran. This market reaction reflects investor expectations of an increase in global oil supply and a significant easing of geopolitical risk premiums that had previously supported prices.
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Sign InThe downward pressure extended to industry peers, with BP trading at $42.78 and SHEL at $85.66 per market data (close June 12, 2026). This slump comes as markets evaluate the impact of potential Iranian crude returning to global markets on the overall supply-demand balance. Analysts suggest that breaking the $80 psychological support level represents a technical shift that could lead to further consolidation across the energy sector.
Traders are now monitoring key price levels, with XOM closing at $147.01 and CVX at $187.22 (close June 12, 2026). On the data front, the recent API Crude Oil Stock Change report showed a substantial draw of -9.119 million barrels, which may provide a temporary floor for prices despite the broader bearish sentiment surrounding the U.S.-Iran diplomatic breakthrough.