Exxon Mobil is trading at $181.41, down 3.12%, as crude prices fall amid hopes for progress in U.S.-Iran talks that could ease concerns about Middle East supply disruptions.

  • Reuters reported Brent crude fell more than 4% on November 2.
  • Exxon Mobil’s October 30 earnings beat, dividend increase and 2027 buyback target were earlier positives, but do not explain the current decline.