Current XOM futures pricing reflects a mild uptick of 0.4%, driven by OPEC’s production guidance and U.S. inventory drawdowns. Traders see momentum if Brent stays above $85/barrel, with seasonal heating demand boosting Q4 petroleum margins. Investors can expect Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) , ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM) , and Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) to raise their dividends this month or next. Here's why all three dividend stocks are worth buying now. Stocks: 15 20 minute delay (Cboe BZX is real-time), ET. Volume reflects consolidated markets. Futures and Forex: 10 or 15 minute delay, CT. Market Data powered by Barchart Solutions. Fundamental data provided by Zacks and Morningstar . Traders in XOM futures note that open interest rose 3% yesterday, hinting at renewed institutional positioning. This aligns with bullish forecasts tied to Asian LNG demand recovery and sustained downstream profitability.