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Chevron Rebounds on Derivatives Gains After Earlier Losses Amid Iran War Volatility

Aug 6, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Improved derivatives P&L and lower margin calls reduce downside risk; a stronger net income print plus higher oil prices can support multiple expansion and near-term price upside.

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Chevron's SEC filing shows its commodity derivatives produced $368 million in Q2, reversing the prior quarter's $3.1 billion loss as volatility from Middle East tensions moderated. Margin calls collapsed to $139 million by June 30, aiding cash recovery, while net income surged to $12.1 billion. Higher oil prices and improved liquidity underpin a near-term earnings rebound.

Q2 commodity derivatives revenue: $368M; reverses Q1's $3.1B loss.
Margin calls fell from $870M in Q1 to $139M by June 30.
Net income reached $12.1B, up from $2.5B a year earlier.
Brent crude averaged $92/barrel in Q2, up from $81 in Q1.

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