Occidental Petroleum: CEO Change Could Mark The Company's Next Era

Occidental Petroleum remains a Buy, supported by a strengthened balance sheet, debt repayments advancing close to their target, and a low-cost diversified portfolio. OXY's 2026 guidance targets $5.5–$5.9B in CAPEX, $750M interest expense, and $1.2B+ FCF improvements, with production of 1,410–1,460 Mboed. The near-term oil price boost from Middle East conflict aids deleveraging, but normalization could pressure margins and valuation if fundamentals weaken.