Drawing significant hedge fund interest, Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) secures a spot on our list of the 13 Best Oil Refinery Stocks to Buy Right Now.
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Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) released Q2 2025 earnings on August 1, 2025. The company reported earnings of $7.1 billion and cash flow from operations of $11.5 billion, amid challenging market conditions. At the same time, $9.2 billion was distributed among shareholders, including $5 billion in buybacks and $4.3 billion in dividends. This is in line with the company’s plan to return $20 billion through repurchases in 2025. Furthermore, XOM has already repurchased 40% of the shares issued for the Pioneer acquisition since May 2024.
Moreover, Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) recorded its highest Q2 upstream production, thanks to record Permian output and volume growth in Guyana. Meanwhile, Singapore Resid Upgrade, Fawley refinery, and Strathcona Renewable Diesel projects bolstered its high-value product portfolio. These projects are expected to generate $3 billion in earnings by 2026.
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM)’s year-to-date operating cash flow reached $24.5 billion, while its free cash flow reached $14.2 billion. The company maintained a robust net-debt-to-capital ratio of 8% with a YTD capital spending of $12.3 billion. Full-year spending guidance remains at $27-29 billion.
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is focused on the production, refining, and sale of oil, gas, chemicals, and specialty products globally.
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