Chevron Stock Soars as Oil Demand Rises Amid Mideast Tensions
Chevron's stock price surged on Monday due to increased global demand for oil amid Middle Eastern turmoil.
The company raised its production forecast for this year, expecting to produce between 4 million and 4.1 million barrels per day.
This news was accompanied by the announcement that Chevron would reduce its capital spending to around $18 billion, which is lower than initially anticipated.
Investors welcomed these developments, causing Chevron's stock price to rise by 3.2% as of 10:15 a.m. ET on Monday.