Better Buy for 2026: ExxonMobil or Chevron?

The energy sector is renowned for its high volatility, largely because of the importance of oil and natural gas to the top- and bottom-lines of most energy businesses. However, there are some companies that have proved they have what it takes to survive the energy cycle while still rewarding investors well with dividends. Two of the best are ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) and Chevron (NYSE: CVX). Which one could be best for you as we head into 2026?Exxon and Chevron are both integrated energy companies. This means they have exposure to oil and natural gas production (the industry's upstream segment), pipelines and other transportation assets (the midstream), and chemicals and refining (the downstream).This is important because each segment of the broader industry operates a little differently as the energy cycle progresses. Having all three under one roof helps to smooth out the peaks and valleys that come with energy price fluctuations.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool