Chevron’s Volatile Path: Venezuela’s Promise Meets Market Realities

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Chevron’s stock experienced a dramatic surge in early January, climbing as much as 10% on news of a political shift in Venezuela. As the sole U.S. oil major with operations in the country, the corporation appeared uniquely positioned to capitalize on a potential increase in exports. This investor enthusiasm proved fleeting, however, giving way to the stock’s most significant single-day decline in months shortly thereafter. This volatility underscores a market grappling with complex geopolitical and operational calculations.