Why are oil companies posting record profits amid Iran war disruption?

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Major oil companies including ExxonMobil, Chevron, Shell, and BP reported record profits in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil prices and refining margins amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea due to the Iran war. These companies collectively netted billions, with Saudi Aramco also reporting significantly higher earnings, as global oil prices surged due to the conflict's impact on energy flows.

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Big Oil companies have bagged astronomical profits as the critical Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

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