Trump Administration Discusses Quick Oil Output Increase in Venezuela with Major Producers
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: seekingalpha
- Production Increase Plan: The Trump administration is in talks with major oilfield service providers, including Chevron (CVX), to quickly boost oil output in Venezuela, aiming for several hundred thousand barrels in the short term at a fraction of the estimated $100 billion needed for full rebuilding.
- Infrastructure Repair: Companies like SLB (SLB), Halliburton (HAL), and Baker Hughes (BKR) will focus on repairing and replacing damaged equipment to achieve immediate production recovery, enhancing the efficiency of existing infrastructure.
- Market Response: Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Maduro, Trump called on over 20 energy companies to invest in the country, highlighting the U.S. commitment to energy security in the region and the urgent need for long-term investments.
- Strategic Implications: Chevron expressed readiness to help Venezuela “build a better future,” which not only enhances U.S. energy security but may also contribute to improving economic stability in the region.
Analyst Views on CVX
Wall Street analysts forecast CVX stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for CVX is 176.95 USD with a low forecast of 158.00 USD and a high forecast of 206.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
19 Analyst Rating
15 Buy
4 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 166.660
Low
158.00
Averages
176.95
High
206.00
Current: 166.660
Low
158.00
Averages
176.95
High
206.00
About CVX
Chevron Corporation is an integrated energy company. The Company produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance its business and industry. The Company’s segments include Upstream and Downstream. Upstream operations consist primarily of exploring for, developing, producing and transporting crude oil and natural gas; liquefaction, transportation and regasification associated with LNG; transporting crude oil by major international oil export pipelines; processing, transporting, storage and marketing of natural gas; carbon capture and storage; and a gas-to-liquids plant. Downstream operations consist primarily of the refining of crude oil into petroleum products; marketing crude oil, refined products, and lubricants; manufacturing and marketing of renewable fuels, and transporting of crude oil and refined products by pipeline, marine vessel, motor equipment and rail car.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
