On September 1, BP PLC rose 3.05% in regular trading, trading at $44.185/share, with turnover of $285 million. The rally was driven by a sharp escalation in geopolitical risk near the Strait of Hormuz, which pushed crude oil prices and major oil stocks broadly higher.

On the news front, two ultra-large crude carriers were struck by unidentified projectiles while navigating near the Gulf of Oman, causing vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to plunge to just 5 commercial ships on the day, far below the prior daily average of approximately 14. Brent crude surged roughly 1.8% intraday to above $92 per barrel, as reduced shipping availability triggered a repricing of spot premiums and freight rates.

Across the Integrated Oil & Gas sector, peers also advanced: Petroleo Brasileiro up 3.07%, Shell up 1.77%, Exxon Mobil up 1.31%, Chevron up 1.22%, and Occidental up 1.0%. BP PLC's outperformance relative to most peers reflects its significant exposure to Middle Eastern supply routes and trading operations. Earlier in Q2, BP reported profit that doubled year-over-year amid the broader Middle East conflict, supported by higher energy realizations and improved refining margins.

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