James Chen, CMT is an expert trader, investment adviser, and global market strategist. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated ...

Petroleum, derived from ancient marine organisms, is crucial for making products like plastics and fuels. Nearly half of a crude oil barrel is refined into gasoline, powering most vehicles. The ...

When it comes to health and beauty products, few are as commonly used as petroleum jelly. Often referred to by the brand name Vaseline, petroleum jelly has been around a long time. In the 1850s, oil ...

Occidental Petroleum reported strong Q1 results. Acquisitions are made to improve results. However, benefits may take time to materialize. Effective management sets and often exceeds goals. Consistent ...

Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY) is an energy stock in Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) portfolio. Berkshire owns 248 million shares of OXY, indicating a 28% stake in the company, which ...