Is now a good time to buy ExxonMobil stock?

Oil prices have a significant impact on ExxonMobil's earnings and stock price. When oil prices fall, its earnings decline, weighing on shares. Conversely, when oil prices rebound, ExxonMobil's earnings improve, which tends to drive up its shares. The best time to buy ExxonMobil stock is when oil prices are rising. If oil prices are currently on the upswing, and that seems likely to continue, then now would be a good time to buy shares of ExxonMobil.

What is the best way to buy Exxon Mobil stock?

The best way to buy ExxonMobil stock is through an online brokerage account. It trades under the stock ticker XOM.

What is Exxon's yearly dividend?

As of mid-2025, ExxonMobil made quarterly dividend payments of $0.99 per share, or $3.69 per share each year.

Will Exxon stock ever split?

ExxonMobil last split its stock in 2001. As of mid-2025, the oil giant hadn't declared an upcoming stock split. While it's possible the company will split its stock again, it's unclear when or if that will occur.

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By Matthew DiLallo – Updated Dec 30, 2025 at 1:28 PM EST | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

ExxonMobil continues to invest in fossil fuels while also growing its low-carbon solutions.
The company has paid dividends for over 100 years, increasing them annually for the past 42.
ExxonMobil is already very profitable and sees significant earnings growth ahead.

ExxonMobil (XOM +4.07%) is one of the world’s largest energy companies, with roots dating back to John D. Rockefeller’s Standard Oil. Over decades, it has expanded through exploration and acquisitions to become a global oil and gas leader.

ExxonMobil operates an integrated energy model, spanning upstream production, midstream pipelines, and downstream refining and chemicals. This structure helps maximize returns and soften the impact of oil and gas price swings.

While fossil fuels remain its core business, ExxonMobil is also investing in lower-carbon opportunities, including carbon capture, hydrogen, lithium, and biofuels, as it works to reduce its environmental footprint.

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How to buy ExxonMobil stock

To buy shares of ExxonMobil, you must have a brokerage account. If you don't have one yet, take a look at our favorite brokers and trading platforms to find the right one for you.

Open your brokerage app: Log in to your brokerage account where you handle your investments.
Search for ExxonMobil: Enter the ticker "XOM" into the search bar to bring up the stock's trading page.
Decide how many shares to buy: Consider your investment goals and how much of your portfolio you want to allocate to this stock.
Select order type: Choose between a market order to buy at the current price or a limit order to specify the maximum price you're willing to pay.
Submit your order: Confirm the details and submit your buy order.
Review your purchase: Check your portfolio to ensure your order was filled as expected and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.

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Should you invest in ExxonMobil?

Before you purchase shares of ExxonMobil, you need to consider whether you want to invest in the oil company. Here are some reasons to buy shares:

You strongly believe that oil and gas prices will rise in the future.
You have a high conviction that fossil fuels will remain vital energy sources for decades to come.
You think ExxonMobil's lower-carbon investment strategy will pay off over the long term.
You want to collect passive income from dividends.
You understand how ExxonMobil makes money.
You want to invest directly in the company.
You know that oil price volatility can have a major impact on ExxonMobil's cash flow and stock price.
You believe that ExxonMobil's investment strategy will grow shareholder value over the long term.
You prefer the company's integrated business model to the independent exploration and production focus of others in the sector.

Conversely, here are some factors to consider that might lead you to decide against buying ExxonMobil stock:

You're concerned about the environment and don't want to invest in a company that primarily produces carbon-emitting fossil fuels.
You're not sure that oil and gas prices will increase in the future.
You believe fossil fuels will become extinct within your lifetime as clean energy sources like renewable energy replace legacy energy sources.
You're not sure whether carbon capture and storage will become a commercially viable technology.
You don't need dividend income.
You think ExxonMobil's best days are in the rearview mirror.
You're a more risk-averse investor and want to avoid the volatility of investing in an oil stock.

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NYSE: XOM

ExxonMobil

Today's Change

(4.07%) $6.17

Current Price

$157.92

Key Data Points

Market Cap

$655B

Day's Range

$153.00 - $158.00

52wk Range

$101.19 - $176.41

Volume

28M

Avg Vol

21M

Gross Margin

20.92%

Dividend Yield

3.21%

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Is ExxonMobil profitable?

Earnings growth helps fuel stock price appreciation over the longer term. It's an ideal area for beginning investors to focus on before buying shares in a company.

ExxonMobil is a wildly profitable company. The oil and gas company reported an industry-leading $7.7 billion in earnings and $13 billion in cash flow from operations in the first quarter of 2025. That built on its strong 2024 when it delivered $33.7 billion of earnings and $55 billion of cash flow from operations, its third-best year in a decade, even though market conditions weren't above average.

The oil giant expects to make even more money in the future. It aims to add $20 billion in earnings and $30 billion in cash flow by 2030. The company expects to deliver these additional earnings by investing in its advantaged assets (lower cost and higher margins) and delivering significant structural cost savings.

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Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)

An exchange-traded fund, or ETF, allows investors to buy many stocks or bonds at once.

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Will ExxonMobil stock split?

As of mid-2025, ExxonMobil had not announced an upcoming stock split. However, the company and its predecessors have implemented several stock splits over the years:

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Data source: ExxonMobil.
Split date	Stock split
June 2001	2-for-1
March 1997	2-for-1
August 1987	2-for-1
May 1981	2-for-1
July 1976	2-for-1
February 1956	3-for-1
June 1951	2-for-1

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ExxonMobil last split its stock more than two decades ago. Shares have grown in value since then, hitting an all-time high of $123.25 per share in October 2024 (though they were below that level in mid-2025 at around $100 a share). If the share price keeps rising, ExxonMobil could declare another stock split in the coming years.

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The bottom line

ExxonMobil is one of the largest oil and gas producers in the world. It can make a lot of money for its investors, especially if energy prices rise in the future. It also has an exceptional track record of paying a high-yielding and growing dividend, making it appealing to income-seeking investors.

However, ExxonMobil stock isn't for everyone. While it provides upside exposure to oil prices, those prices can move to the downside without notice. The energy giant also isn't the most environmentally friendly company on the planet. Given these factors, investors must carefully consider whether they want to own ExxonMobil before buying shares.

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About the Author

Matt DiLallo has been a contributing Motley Fool stock analyst specializing in the energy, industrials, and real estate sectors since 2012. He also covers dividend-paying stocks, pre-IPO companies, ETFs, and other investing topics. He holds an MBA from Liberty University.

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Matt DiLallo has positions in Ford Motor Company and has the following options: short January 2026 $15 calls on Ford Motor Company. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

How to Buy ExxonMobil Stock (XOM) in 2026

Get step-by-step guidance on investing in ExxonMobil stock and learn the ins and outs of this oil company.

Key Points

How to buy ExxonMobil stock

Should you invest in ExxonMobil?

NYSE: XOM

Key Data Points

Is ExxonMobil profitable?

Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF)

Will ExxonMobil stock split?

The bottom line

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Is now a good time to buy ExxonMobil stock?

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What is Exxon's yearly dividend?

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What is Exxon's yearly dividend?

Will Exxon stock ever split?

Will Exxon stock ever split?

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