5 Integrated Oil and Gas Companies to Invest In According to Hedge Funds

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1. Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:OXY)

Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:OXY) is one of the 10 integrated oil and gas companies to invest in according to hedge funds.

On June 8, Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:OXY) received approval from Trinidad and Tobago to join ExxonMobil in an ultra-deepwater exploration block in the southernmost archipelagic nation in the Caribbean. The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, claims that Oxy can acquire a 10% stake in Block TTUD-1 thanks to government consent. ExxonMobil will continue to have a 90% interest and the operator position.

The negotiations highlighted the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela’s and the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago’s mutual dedication to upholding transparent communication and bolstering regional cooperation in handling possible international ecological events.

On May 27, Mizuho increased its target price on Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:OXY) from $72 to $75, while upholding an Outperform rating on the stock. The firm anticipates that the ongoing Iran crisis will keep global oil prices and refining margins under pressure for an extended period.

Mizuho raised its oil price outlook by 25% for 2026 and 6% for 2027. Mizuho also increased its U.S. refining crack projections by 61% and 51% for both years, respectively. Despite rising commodity prices, the firm believes that the recent dip in stock valuations presents a compelling alpha opportunity across the U.S. oil and gas segment.

Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:OXY) is involved in exploration, acquisition, and development of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, while also handling the storage and transportation functions. It also buys, processes, and sells carbon dioxide, natural gas, power, and condensate.

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