ExxonMobil and Chevron Report Massive Q3 Profits Amid Record Gas Prices
What happened
ExxonMobil reported third-quarter earnings of $15.4 billion, which was roughly double the amount earned a year earlier. Chevron Corporation reported adjusted earnings of $10.4 billion, marking a 186% rise. These results were released as the national average gas price for the third quarter reached $4.12 a gallon, 96 cents higher than a year ago.
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Why it matters
The high profits from both companies occurred while gas prices were at a record high. ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods acknowledged the impact of high prices on people’s lives and economic growth, while Chevron CEO Mike Wirth stated that refining margins would eventually moderate.
Oil prices are climbing due to fighting in the Middle East, and banks are reporting earnings amidst market volatility.
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Who's involved
- ExxonMobilExxonMobil, which reported Q3 earnings of $15.4 billion.
- Chevron CorporationChevron Corporation, which reported adjusted Q3 earnings of $10.4 billion.
- Bernie SandersBernie Sanders, who criticized the high profits of oil companies.
- Adam SchiffAdam Schiff, who criticized the high profits of oil companies.
- Mike WirthMike Wirth, CEO of Chevron Corporation, who commented on refining margins.
- Donald TrumpDonald Trump, who responded to the criticism regarding oil company profits.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- ExxonMobilSpeculative
ExxonMobil might face increased political scrutiny regarding its high quarterly profits.
- Chevron CorporationSpeculative
Chevron Corporation might face increased political scrutiny regarding its high quarterly profits.
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- Oil price shocks are affecting the earnings of major financial institutions including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs.
The entities involved
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ExxonMobil
American multinational oil and gas corporation
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Bernie Sanders
United States Senator from Vermont
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- Bernie Sanders endorsed Peggy Flanagan for the election while she was running against Angie Craig in Minnesota.
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Adam Schiff
United States Senator from California