Exxon and Chevron Defy Trump Pressure to Boost Oil Production
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 06:30 UTC
- Sources: Financial Times
US supermajors Exxon and Chevron have stuck to their pre-war strategies despite White House pressure for more drilling to curb soaring petrol prices. This move is seen as a departure from previous policies.
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