Hess stock price forecast remains in focus as energy markets react to volatility in Brent and WTI crude benchmarks. Analysts project a short-term trading range of $141–$148, reflecting resilient upstream performance and stable capex guidance. Strong cash flow estimates support potential for dividend growth. ExxonMobil has increased its dividend for 42 consecutive years and yields 3.6%, while Chevron has a 38-year streak and yields 4.5%. With both companies expecting steady long-term earnings growth, ExxonMobil's 14.6 price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) and Chevron's 17.4 P/E seem like bargains. Block will officially join the S&P 500 before the opening of trading on July 23, according to a statement from S&P. Stocks often rally when they're added to a major index, as fund managers need to rebalance their portfolios to reflect the changes. Hess stock price forecast sensitivity analysis suggests moderate downside risk from crude price shocks but strong upside asymmetry if emerging markets lead demand growth.