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File - A sign marks the entrance to an ExxonMobil fuel storage and distribution facility in Irving, Texas, Jan. 25, 2023. Exxon Mobil reports earnings on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)

Q2 profits at Exxon Mobil and Chevron dip to lowest level in 4 years on subdued energy prices

Exxon Mobil’s profit dropped in the second quarter to the lowest level in four years as oil prices declined amid an increase in production by OPEC+, but the results still managed to beat Wall Street’s expectations. The oil and gas giant earned $7.08 billion, or $1.64 per share, for the period ended June 30. A year earlier it earned $9.24 billion, or $2.14 per share. The performance topped Wall Street’s expectations, but Exxon does not adjust its reported results based on one-time events such as asset sales. Analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research were calling for earnings of $1.49 per share.

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