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The U.S. attack on Iran is moving markets and driving oil prices higher.

On February 27, Morgan Stanley elevated the price target on YPF Sociedad Anónima (NYSE:YPF) to $47 from $45 and maintained an Equalweight rating. The firm highlights that the company’s emphasis on shale growth represents the basis of the upward revision in price target.

Oil prices are absolutely ripping higher, with investors of all stripes increasingly viewing oil stocks as a great place to invest. Indeed, with Brent crude approaching $85 per barrel at the time of writing,

The energy sector drew intense investor focus this week as crude oil prices vaulted above 90 per barrel for the first time since October 2023, propelled by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that rattled global supply chains.

Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) is one of the best solar stocks to buy now. On February 25, analysts at Jefferies upgraded Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH) to a Buy from a Hold and raised the price target to $57 from $42.

After significantly underperforming the market 2025, the energy sector is leading the way in 2026, with the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF XLE up more than 20% year to date (YTD). This momentum is taking center stage following the outbreak of war in Iran,

Driven by rising oil and gas prices, energy shares are the leading sector performer by far, based on a set of ETFs through yesterday’s close (Mar. 4).

Brookfield Renewable has high long-term earnings growth potential and a high-yielding dividend backed by renewable projects. ConocoPhillips plans to deliver significant cash returns to investors, fueled by its growing global oil and gas operations.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The energy sector in 2026 will be balancing commodity volatility with surging electricity demand from AI and electrification. Midstream assets offer stable, fee-based returns, while ...