Oil Surged, Then Slumped, Year to Date in 2026. Here's My Prediction for What's Ahead.

Oil prices have experienced significant volatility in 2026, starting at $60/barrel, surging to nearly $140 due to Middle East geopolitical conflict, then settling around $95. The article argues this volatility is normal for commodities and recommends long-term investors consider large, diversified oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil, which have strong balance sheets and consistent dividend histories. The author suggests waiting for an energy downturn to buy these stocks at better valuations.