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Does Exxon's Governance Standoff Amid Middle East Turmoil Change The Bull Case For XOM?

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“Exxon Mobil's narrative projects $362.2 billion revenue and $44.0 billion earnings by 2029.”
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  • Exxon Mobil's forecasts yield a $164.12 fair value, representing an 11% upside to its current price

    60% confidence
  • Around 20% of production is affected by Middle East force majeure

    60% confidence
  • Exxon Mobil's narrative projects $362.2 billion revenue and $44.0 billion earnings by 2029, requiring 3.8% yearly revenue growth and a $15.2 billion earnings increase from $28.8 billion today

    60% confidence
  • Shareholders should vote against proposals to separate the Chair and CEO roles and to broaden independent retail voting options

    60% confidence

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Exxon Mobil Corporation · net income28.8 USD
Exxon Mobil Corporation · middle east production exposure20 percent
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