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Major oil companies reap massive profits as US and Iran fighting drives energy prices higher
Major U.S. oil companies like Exxon Mobil and Chevron reported record profits in Q2 as U.S.-Iran tensions disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, driving global crude prices above $100 per barrel. The conflict caused fuel shortages and price hikes worldwide, prompting lawmakers to propose a windfall tax on oil companies' 2026+ profits.
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