Chevron's stock surged 8% in the night session, driven by geopolitical developments in Venezuela following the U.S. military's ouster of President Nicolás Maduro. The move has raised expectations of eased sanctions and increased U.S. oil company involvement in Venezuela's energy sector.
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. would "run" Venezuela temporarily, signaling potential policy shifts that could benefit Chevron, the only major U.S. oil producer still operating in the country. Chevron holds joint ventures in Venezuela and stands to gain from renewed investment opportunities and expanded access to heavy crude reserves.
Analysts note that while Venezuela's oil production recovery may take years, Chevron's existing infrastructure and partnerships position it favorably to capitalize on any near-term easing of restrictions. The company's stock rally reflects investor optimism about its strategic advantage in the region.
