The energy sector is experiencing a significant rally, with the XLE ETF up over 1.75%, driven primarily by a jump in crude oil prices. [3, 18] The increase in oil is attributed to a stalemate in U.S.-Iran peace talks, which is maintaining tightness in global oil supplies. [18] Further contributing to supply concerns is Russia's decision to extend its ban on most diesel exports. [18] Within the sector, refining companies are showing notable strength, with both Marathon Petroleum and Valero Energy seeing significant gains. [2, 4]