Phillips 66 (PSX) CEO says don't have upstream capability, so we won't be going into Venezuela to help that development - CNBC Interview

Phillips 66's CEO has indicated that the company lacks upstream capabilities, specifically ruling out entry into Venezuela's oil development.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 4 Feb 2026, 13:05 UTCOn the live feed at 12:45 UTC — 7 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This decision reflects the company’s strategic focus, potentially steering investment towards more integrated or lower-risk projects. It may influence investor sentiment regarding Phillips 66’s long-term growth strategy and competitive positioning in the energy sector.

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