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Oil & Gas Stocks

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Integrated majors, E&P producers, midstream pipelines, refiners, and oilfield services across the energy value chain. The universe is dominated by Integrated Oil Majors (54%) and Shale & E&P Producers (17%), outperforming SPY by 13.2 percentage points YTD.

YTD Return

+21.6%

+13.2 pts vs SPY

26 of 28 beat SPY

1-Month Return

-10.1%

-10.4 pts vs SPY

Universe Size

28 Stocks

Curated theme basket

Market Cap

$3.05T

Total capitalization

Theme Performance

Oil & Gas Stocks Performance vs SPY and QQQ

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Theme Composition

Oil & Gas Stocks Breakdown

Categories reflect each company's primary theme role. Some companies may have exposure to multiple segments.

Theme Overview

Oil & Gas Stocks Overview

A summary of how the theme breaks down across business segments and where concentration risk lives.

Selected Stocks

28

in theme

Total Market Cap

$3.05T

combined

Highly Concentrated

The top 2 segments (Integrated Oil Majors & Shale & E&P Producers & Midstream & LNG & Other segments) represent 71.3% of this theme by market cap.

Top Oil & Gas Stocks Stocks

Top Oil & Gas Stocks Stocks by Segment, Performance, and Valuation

XOM logo

XOM

Exxon Mobil Corporation

#1
Price$140.73
Mkt Cap-
YTD+14.7%
Rev G-4.5%
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CVX

Chevron Corporation

#2
Price$177.59
Mkt Cap-
YTD+13.9%
Rev G-4.6%
SHEL logo

SHEL

Shell plc

#3
Price$80.38
Mkt Cap-
YTD+6.5%
Rev G-5.1%
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TTE

TotalEnergies SE

#4
Price$82.12
Mkt Cap-
YTD+23.5%
Rev G-4%
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COP

ConocoPhillips

#5
Price$111.21
Mkt Cap-
YTD+15%
Rev G1.8%
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ENB

Enbridge Inc.

#6
Price$54.47
Mkt Cap-
YTD+13.2%
Rev G27.9%
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PBR

Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras

#7
Price$16.79
Mkt Cap-
YTD+40.9%
Rev G5.1%
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BP

BP p.l.c.

#8
Price$40.14
Mkt Cap-
YTD+12%
Rev G3.9%
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CNQ

Canadian Natural Resources Limited

#9
Price$42.42
Mkt Cap-
YTD+23.6%
Rev G-9.1%
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WMB

The Williams Companies, Inc.

#10
Price$71.25
Mkt Cap-
YTD+17.1%
Rev G10.6%

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Daily Intelligence

Yesterday in Oil & Gas Stocks

Key headlines and stock-level catalysts from the last trading session.

Last session recap is current.

End-of-day analysis published after market close. Next update after Jun 18, 2026 market close.

Session Brief

Jun 17, 2026
BULLISH

Oil prices near 3‑month highs, supply cuts from OPEC‑plus and geopolitical tensions (US‑Iran framework, Hormuz reopening) push core producers higher. Chevron’s new Greek offshore block and partnership with HelleniQ add upside; Exxon’s upgrade and LNG contracts for South Africa and the Middle East reinforce its position. Equinor’s Phase 4 finds and value rating support a buy.

Key Drivers

Stock-Level Catalysts

Sentiment reflects catalyst narrative, not price direction - a stock can close lower while the fundamental driver is bullish.

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COPMIXED

ConocoPhillips

-0.12%

last session


ConocoPhillips is poised to boost revenue with a new Syria gas production deal, potentially doubling free cash flow...

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CVXMIXED

Chevron Corporation

-1.42%

last session


Chevron’s share price is down from its $209 peak, yet it remains attractive at 11× forward earnings. The company ha...

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EQNRBULLISH

Equinor ASA

-0.24%

last session


Equinor’s latest oil discoveries in the Johan Sverdrup field are accelerating Phase 4 development, boosting project...

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SHELMIXED

Shell plc

-2.27%

last session


Shell is divesting $1 billion of wind assets to fund a new EV‑charging innovation lab with Recharge and SINEXCEL, s...

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XOMNEUTRAL

Exxon Mobil Corporation

-0.81%

last session


Fresh EOD news and price action made this stock a theme driver.

Updated after market close

Jun 17, 2026

Valuation Pulse

Are Oil & Gas Stocks cheap or expensive right now?

DCF valuations and Wall Street ratings across the theme.

Data as of Jun 18, 2026 (EOD)

28 stocks in theme - 25 with full coverage

DCF Valuation

(Intrinsic Value)
Median Upside +68%

25

of 28

covered

Undervalued
20(80%)
Fair Value
2(8%)
Overvalued
3(12%)

Wall Street Consensus

(Price Targets)
Median Target Upside +12%

28

of 28

covered

Buy / Strong Buy
23(82%)
Hold
5(18%)
Sell / Strong Sell
0(0%)

Coverage Snapshot

Consensus is based on 28 stocks with analyst price targets. DCF analysis is based on 25 stocks with intrinsic value estimates.

Valuation Distribution

(28 covered stocks)

Theme Valuation Score

1.9

Cheap

Scale: 1 (Cheap) to 5 (Expensive)

1

Bargain

12 stocks (43%)

>= +30%

2

Cheap

8 stocks (29%)

+10% to +30%

3

Fair

8 stocks (29%)

-10% to +10%

4

Expensive

0 stocks (0%)

-25% to -10%

5

Very Expensive

0 stocks (0%)

<= -25%

Valuation score blends Wall Street target upside at 65% weight and DCF upside at 35% weight when both are available; single-source covered stocks use the available signal. Higher score means more expensive.

Earnings Calendar

Upcoming Earnings in Oil & Gas Theme

Companies reporting in the next 30 days. Earnings dates and estimates can change as reports approach.

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CompanyReportsTimingEst. EPSEst. Revenue
KMI logoKMIKinder Morgan, Inc.Wed, Jul 15Unconfirmed$0.31 est.$4.14B est.
SLB logoSLBSLB N.V.Fri, Jul 17Unconfirmed$0.53 est.$8.68B est.

Estimates are based on available consensus data. BMO = Before Market Open, AMC = After Market Close.

Research & Methodology

How to evaluate Oil & Gas Stocks

Methodology, investment thesis, and key risks for this theme.

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How we evaluate these stocks

Our methodology

We separate upstream producers, integrated majors, midstream operators, refiners, and services companies. The analysis focuses on commodity sensitivity, free cash flow, leverage, capital discipline, and shareholder returns.

  • Oil and gas exposure must be material to revenue or cash flow
  • Upstream, midstream, refining, majors, and services are separated
  • Free cash flow and balance-sheet strength are central
  • Dividend and buyback sustainability matter
  • Valuation is weighed against commodity-cycle risk
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Investment thesis

Why this theme exists

Oil and gas equities give investors exposure to energy demand, supply discipline, geopolitics, and cash-return cycles. The best operators can generate strong free cash flow even without aggressive volume growth.

  • Supply discipline can support commodity prices
  • Integrated majors balance upstream and downstream exposure
  • Midstream assets can provide fee-based cash flow
  • Service companies benefit from drilling and production activity
  • Capital returns can drive total shareholder return
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Key risks

What could go wrong

Energy stocks can look cheap near cycle peaks. Commodity price declines, leverage, cost inflation, regulation, and capital misallocation can quickly pressure returns.

  • Oil and gas prices can fall sharply in recessions
  • High leverage amplifies downside risk
  • Cost inflation can reduce drilling returns
  • Policy and environmental rules can affect operations
  • Overinvestment can destroy cash flow discipline
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions investors have about the Oil & Gas Stocks theme.

01What are oil and gas stocks?

Companies whose revenue comes from exploring, producing, transporting, refining, or servicing crude oil and natural gas. The sector spans integrated majors (XOM, CVX), shale producers (EOG, FANG), pipeline operators (WMB, ET), refiners (VLO, MPC), and oilfield services (SLB, HAL).

02What are the best oil stocks to buy?

Depends on your goal. ExxonMobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX) offer diversified exposure with decades of dividend growth. ConocoPhillips (COP) and Diamondback (FANG) are best-in-class Permian producers. For income, Energy Transfer (ET) and Cheniere (LNG) offer high yields with contracted cash flows.

03Exxon vs Chevron — which is the better oil stock?

Both are Dividend Aristocrats. Exxon is larger, more diversified into chemicals, and more aggressive with M&A. Chevron is leaner with a stronger balance sheet and typically holds up better in downturns. Compare their P/E, dividend yield, and FCF margin in the table.

04Which oil stocks pay the best dividends?

Midstream pipelines yield highest: Energy Transfer (ET), MPLX, Enbridge (ENB), and Kinder Morgan (KMI) typically yield 4-7%. Integrated majors like XOM and CVX yield 3-4% but have raised dividends for 25+ consecutive years.

05How do oil prices affect oil stocks?

E&P producers have highest sensitivity — a 20% crude move often translates to a larger stock move. Integrated majors are more buffered. Refiners can actually benefit when crude drops (wider crack spreads). Midstream pipelines have lowest sensitivity — they earn contracted fees on volume.

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