Occidental Petroleum Could Become A Good Hedge Against Geopolitical Tensions

  • Occidental Petroleum's discounted valuation and Buffett's backing make it attractive for risk-tolerant investors, especially with shares now below his purchase price. Oxy's dominant Permian Basin position, low-cost breakeven, and recent CrownRock acquisition offer strong upside, despite recent debt increases and stock decline. Geopolitical tensions could boost oil prices, benefiting Oxy's U.S.-centric operations, while integrated chemical and midstream segments provide cost and operational advantages.