With oil now trading well below the $100 level (and seemingly poised to continue heading lower, after OPEC announced further production increases recently and recessionary concerns pick up), it's unclear where certain oil stocks are headed.

Energy prices have come down after a spike, here's two ways to play the sector now.

Energy stocks just gave investors a buying window. After WTI crude spiked to $114.58 per barrel on April 7, on the Strait of Hormuz disruption, prices have cooled to $78.94 per barrel as of June 22, dragging the three integrated majors down with them.

Chevron is focusing on U.S. shale and new energy demand from the technology sector. Exxon Mobil is leveraging its massive global scale to lead in carbon capture and storage.

President Trump is ramping up pressure on the industry to lower gas prices ahead of November's midterm elections.

Chevron (CVX) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

XOM can continue Permian production with WTI below $70, as prices remain above shut-in levels and output growth plans stay on track.

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), one of the world's leading energy companies, will hold its quarterly earnings conference call on Friday, July 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET (10:00 a.m. CT). Conference Call Information: Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. CT Dial-in # (Listen-only mode): 800-918-2066 Conference ID #: 3870797 Speakers: Mike Wirth – Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer Eimear Bonner – Chief Financial Officer Jeff Gustav.

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Chevron's valuation looks attractive, especially in light of its growth prospects. Buying the stock allows investors to begin receiving Chevron's juicy dividends sooner rather than later.