Recent developments in the oil and gas sector have once again captured the attention of market experts. ConocoPhillips is considering the sale of oil and gas assets in Oklahoma that the company inherited following its acquisition of Marathon Oil last year for USD 22.5 billion. This move is part of a broader strategy aimed at optimizing its asset portfolio and enhancing operational efficiency against a backdrop of a rapidly evolving market.

Recent policy shifts in the U.S. energy sector have raised significant geopolitical and economic questions. President Donald Trump's new decree imposes a 25% tariff on any country purchasing oil or gas from Venezuela, while also extending the grace period that allows Chevron to operate in the South American nation. This article examines the key provisions of the decree, its potential effects on financial markets, and the broader implications for the international energy trade.