Goldman Sachs said in a research note Thursday the recent energy sector pullback should be viewed as a reason to buy since that strategy has worked well since late 2020. Thinking along those lines, we did add to one of our three oil exploration and production (E & P) stocks twice this month. However, we’re currently debating whether we need that much exposure to an industry so tied to the economy. West Texas Intermediate crude and energy stocks have been under intense pressure in recent weeks on the back of heightened recession fears. While debated for months, worries about the economy and how it might impact oil demand have increased following fallout from the banking crisis and concern about the Federal Reserve hiking interest rates too much. @CL.1 YTD mountain West Texas Intermediate crude YTD performance At a high level, Goldman concedes that recession risks are “more elevated than in the past.” How could they not be following the second and third largest bank blowups in U.S. history and the ripple effect across the financial industry. However, Goldman only puts 35% odds on a recession, leading analysts to reason that an economic hard landing won’t likely break oil’s buy-the-dip streak. The Goldman note pointed out that six major energy pullbacks — three in 2021 and three in 2022 — each translated into “a meaningful buying opportunity.” But, given the elevated uncertainty, the analysts are focused on what they view as quality producers with attractive valuations, meaning those with “strong balance sheets, deeper inventories and lower cost assets.” Based on that criteria, Goldman has Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD) on its “Americas Conviction List” with a buy rating. Similar to Goldman, the analysts at Citi also like Pioneer, saying it’s in a position to realize increased well productivity starting in the second half of 2023 and see increased capital efficiency into 2023. In research note Thursday, Citi upgraded PXD to a buy rating and boosted its price target to $210 per share from $193. The stock closed Thursday just above $189 per share. The Club likes and owns Pioneer, too. It’s the E & P we’ve been buying lately — adding 25 shares on March 13 and 25 more shares Monday . Both were small buys in down markets, bringing our total ownership position to 175 shares for an overall portfolio weighting of 1.3% as of Thursday’s close. The Goldman and Citi updates are certainly welcome as they clearly support our view that Pioneer’s low crude break-even levels and strong cash flow profile are supportive of continued shareholder returns, especially should energy demand rebound from current levels. As for our two other E & P stocks, we’re leaning toward booting Devon Energy (DVN) and keeping Coterra Energy (CTRA), which we bought more of in early February on a collapse in natural gas prices. Both of them carry less than a 1% weighting in our portfolio. Coterra, unlike the others, is about 50/50 oil and nat gas. Influencing our inclination to hold on to Coterra is management’s recent guidance to prioritize buybacks over the company’s base dividend and variable dividend in their mission to return at least 50% of free cash flow to shareholders. The team believes Coterra shares are among the most attractive opportunities in the market. That’s what makes a good buyback. A large variable dividend is nice, but it’s a onetime payout based on recent free cash flow generation with no guarantee that the size will remain the same to the next payout. By repurchasing shares, management is increasing the ownership stake for existing shareholders forever, barring any future equity sales, which we see no need for. If you own more of the company then the next time WTI prices increase, you stand to make much more money should management determine that a larger variable payout is warranted because you have a greater right to the free cash flow than you would have if fewer shares were repurchased. Recognizing the ups-and-downs of owning energy stocks, we still believe they should be part of any diversified portfolio. When we first moved into the energy sector in late 2021, we viewed the holdings as a hedge. The thinking: Should energy prices continue to climb, we would make money while our other holdings — those that have energy as an input cost — took a hit as the higher prices would pressure margins. Recently, we’re starting to see the opposite dynamic. However, the E & Ps we own do throw off lots of cash to shareholders, basically paying us to be patient as we figure things out. (Jim Cramer’s Charitable Trust is long PXD, DVN, CTRA. See here for a full list of the stocks.) As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio. 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A work-over rig performs maintenance on an oil well in the Permian Basin oil production area near Wink, Texas August 22, 2018.
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Goldman Sachs said in a research note Thursday the recent energy sector pullback should be viewed as a reason to buy since that strategy has worked well since late 2020. Thinking along those lines, we did add to one of our three oil exploration and production (E&P) stocks twice this month. However, we’re currently debating whether we need that much exposure to an industry so tied to the economy.
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 got a major glow up with extra driving range, a sleek interior and exterior facelift, and even Tesla Supercharger access with an added NACS port. With leases starting at just $179 per month, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 might be your best bet to get into an EV right now.
How much does the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 cost to lease?
Hyundai upgraded its best-selling electric SUV in every way possible for the 2025 model year. The 2025 IONIQ 5 can drive up to 318 miles on a single charge, recharge from 10% to 80% in under 20 minutes, and is available starting at just $42,500.
After cutting lease prices last month, the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 was available to lease for as low as $179 per month.
The offer was set to end on July 7, but Hyundai extended it through its new “Hyundai Getaway Sales Event.” The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range model is still available for lease, starting at just $179 per month.
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That’s for the base version, which has a range of up to 245 miles. The offer is for a 24-month lease with $3,999 due at signing.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited (Source: Hyundai)
The long-range SE RWD variant, with a driving range of up to 318 miles, can be leased for as little as $199 per month. Upgrading to the AWD model will cost $249 per month. You can even snag the off-road XRT variant for $299 a month right now.
Hyundai upgraded the IONIQ 5 with a sleek facelift, adding to its already bold design. Inside, the 2025 IONIQ 5 features a redesigned center console, steering wheel, and HVAC control system based on driver feedback.
It also features a more powerful, next-gen infotainment system. The setup includes dual 12.3″ driver display and infotainment screens with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice-recognition, and more.
If you’re looking for something a little bigger, Hyundai’s three-row electric SUV, the IONIQ 9 (Check out our review), is listed for lease starting at just $419 per month.
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Trim
EV Powertrain
Driving Range (miles)
Starting Price*
Monthly lease price July 2025
IONIQ 5 SE RWD Standard Range
168-horsepower rear motor
245
$42,500
$179
IONIQ 5 SE RWD
225-horsepower rear motor
318
$46,550
$199
IONIQ 5 SEL RWD
225-horsepower rear motor
318
$49,500
$209
IONIQ 5 Limited RWD
225-horsepower rear motor
318
$54,200
$309
IONIQ 5 SE Dual Motor AWD
320-horsepower dual motor
290
$50,050
$249
IONIQ 5 SEL Dual Motor AWD
320-horsepower dual motor
290
$53,000
$259
IONIQ 5 XRT Dual Motor AWD
320 horsepower dual motor
259
$55,400
$359
IONIQ 5 Limited Dual Motor AWD
320-horsepower dual motor
269
$58,100
$299
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 prices and range by trim (*includes $1,475 destination fee)
Both the 2025 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 are built at Hyundai’s new EV plant in Georgia. The current lease offers include the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, which is set to expire at the end of September. Hyundai’s new deals are available through September 2, 2025.
Ready to test one out for yourself? We can help you get started. You can use our links below to find deals on the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 near you.
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The Tesla Semi, Tesla’s electric Class 8 semi-truck, saw its efficiency improve in a new real-world trucking test covering 4,494 miles over three weeks.
The Tesla Semi underwent significant changes over the years of delays.
Tesla officially unveiled the “production version” in 2022, but the vehicle never entered volume production. It is expected to finally happen at the end of the year at a new factory in Nevada.
Now, Tesla Semi appears to have improved quite a bit in a new real-world test by logistics company ArcBest.
The company claims to have put Tesla Semi through regular operations, varying from lane dispatch to regional runs over three weeks:
Over a three-week period, ABF operated a Tesla Semi across typical dispatch lanes, including over-the-road routes between service centers in Reno, Nevada and Sacramento, California. The pilot also included regional runs in the Bay Area and rail shuttle operations.
ArcBest claims that Tesla Semi averaged 1.55 kWh per mile during the three weeks:
The electric Semi logged 4,494 miles, averaging 321 miles per day with an overall energy efficiency of 1.55 kWh per mile.
Efficiency in the trucking business varies considerably based on several factors, including the load, but it is nonetheless an impressive performance.
Dennis Anderson, ArcBest chief innovation officer, commented on the test program:
“Freight transportation is a vital part of the global economy, and we know it also plays a significant role in overall greenhouse gas emissions. While the path to decarbonization presents complex challenges — such as infrastructure needs and alternative fuel development — it also opens the door to innovation. Vehicles like the Tesla Semi highlight the progress being made and expand the boundaries of what’s possible as we work toward a more sustainable future for freight.”
Tesla says that the truck should enter volume production toward the end of the year and customer deliveries are expected to start next year.
Range Rover now has its own logo for the first time. The luxury automaker is unveiling a sleek new look as it gears up to launch its first electric SUV later this year.
Range Rover introduces its first logo
Since it launched its first vehicle in 1970, the Range Rover badge has become an iconic status symbol. You can’t miss the classic Range Rover look.
With its first EV due out later this year, the luxury automaker is preparing for a new era. JLR revealed the new Range Rover logo, a first for the luxury automaker, during an investor presentation.
The new logo is a stark contrast to the “Range Rover” badge we are accustomed to seeing, featuring a minimalist design similar to the Rolls-Royce emblem.
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JLR told Autocar that the new logo won’t replace the signature Range Rover badge at the front or rear. Instead, it will be used to complement it.
“The Range Rover Motif has been developed as a smaller symbol for where our familiar Range Rover device mark does not fit, such as on a label or as part of a repeating pattern, and within event spaces where an emblem is more appropriate,” the company said.
With Range Rover’s first electric SUV set to hit showrooms later this year, will we see it featured on the new EV? JLR confirmed in May that the Range Rover Electric now has over 61,000 clients on the waitlist.
The company claims the new EV is undergoing “the most intensive testing any Range Rover vehicle has ever endured” ahead of its big debut later this year.
According to Thomas Müller, Range Rover’s executive director of product engineering, the electric SUV is already outperforming some of its top gas-powered models.
JLR has already begun testing new EV production lines at its Solihull, UK, plant in preparation for the new Range Rover model. Next year, the luxury brand is expected to introduce the smaller Sport and Velar EV models.
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