Key Takeaways EIA projects WTI prices falling to $64.16 in 2025 and $47.77 in 2026.ConocoPhillips' Lower 48 assets offer low breakeven costs in weaker oil markets.COP's debt-to-capitalization of 26.4% supports resilience amid volatile energy prices.ConocoPhillips (COP) is an exploration and production giant. Hence, by the very nature of the upstream business, COP is highly vulnerable to the volatility in oil and natural gas prices. But, with the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”) expecting oil p ...

When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, like it did in September 2025, the best sectors to watch are those tied to consumer spending. Lower borrowing costs ease credit card pressures and free up cash for discretionary purchases. This is why airline stocks have seen such strong momentum in recent quarters, a trend that is likely to continue in the short term. Among exchange-traded funds (ETFs), the First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF NASDAQ: FTXR has delivered a robust 11.6% return to its shareholder ...

Key Takeaways EIA projects WTI crude to average $64.16 per barrel this year, down from $76.60 last year.ConocoPhillips' low-cost shale operations may remain profitable despite weaker prices.COP shares fell 12.8% in a year, while its EV/EBITDA of 5.20X lags the industry's 10.87X.ConocoPhillips (COP) is an exploration and production giant. Hence, by the very nature of its business model, COP is highly vulnerable to fluctuations in oil and gas prices. With the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”) exp ...

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