Shares of energy companies rose as oil futures pared losses to finish the week above $83 a barrel.
There were also hopes for new development in one sleeping giant of the oil patch.
Chevron and other U.S. energy companies are nearing deals to invest billions of dollars in Venezuelan oil fields, positioning President Trump for a win after months of slow negotiations.
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