The Strike On The Saudi Pipeline Strongly Supports An Investment In ERX For Tactical Investors

Direxion Daily Energy Bull 2X Shares offers leveraged exposure to the Energy Select Sector Index, targeting 2x daily performance before fees. The recent drone attack on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline has sharply reduced oil supply and highlighted persistent vulnerabilities in global energy infrastructure. With oil markets undersupplied and inventories plunging, I expect oil prices to rise until demand destruction occurs, favoring a long ERX position in the near term.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 15, 2026

Brent Nears $100: ETFs Likely to Win/Lose

Brent crude nears $100 as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions raise supply risks, putting oil and energy ETFs in focus while pressuring retail, airline and India-focused funds.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 9, 2026

Inside the Gift and the Curse of the Energy Sector

Don't worry. The “curse” largely boils down to Iran War's impact on renewable energy stocks.

ETF Trends • Aug 10, 2026

Supermajor Earnings: Exxon & Chevron's Impact on ETF Market

The two largest U.S. integrated supermajors, Exxon Mobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX), reported second-quarter profits that surged on rising oil prices due to renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. With these two firms accounting for large allocations in many energy ETFs, their earnings serve as a primary catalyst for the entire energy ETF landscape.

ETF Trends • Jul 31, 2026

Can Brent Crude Rally to $120? Energy ETFs Likely to Win

Shipping disruptions and supply risks could keep oil prices elevated, with Goldman seeing a path to $120 Brent. Here are some energy ETFs worth watching.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 21, 2026

Leveraged Oil ETFs Likely to Surge as Hormuz Tensions Deepen

Oil prices spiked after the U.S. announced a Hormuz blockade. Leveraged oil ETFs like ERX, GUSH, DIG and OILU could benefit.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 14, 2026

Revival of Oil Turbulence Puts These Energy ETFs in Focus

A relative period of calm in the oil market may well be over, following last week's goings on in the Middle East. Most notably, the U.S. renewed military strikes against Iran, with President Trump potentially unnerving the oil market by saying the already fragile peace deal between the two countries is over.

ETF Trends • Jul 13, 2026

Energy ETFs Could Be Positioned for More Gains: Here's Why

Elusive Iran peace talks and persistent supply risks are strengthening the case for higher-for-longer oil prices. Here are some energy ETFs investors may want to watch.

Zacks Investment Research • May 28, 2026

Bet on Leveraged Energy ETFs on Extended Iran Blockade Worries

Oil surges over 5% on extended Iran blockade fears. Leveraged energy ETFs like GUSH, ERX and OILU come into focus for short-term traders.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 30, 2026

Oil to Stay Elevated Above Pre-Conflict Levels: Energy ETFs to Benefit

Energy ETFs gain appeal as oil prices are expected stay above pre-conflict levels, with supply shocks, stalled Iran talks & tight markets indicating sustained price strength.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 27, 2026