"Unveiling the Surprising Top Performing Sector of 2024: What Rising Oil Prices Mean for Investors"

The energy sector has surprisingly emerged as the best performing sector of the year, with a 15% gain driven by increased demand outpacing supply, leading to the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund reaching its highest level since 2014. This surge is primarily attributed to geopolitical turmoil causing logistical challenges. Meanwhile, oil prices have risen, with Brent crude topping $89 per barrel due to OPEC production cuts and Middle East tensions. Exxon and Chevron dominate the S&P 500 energy sector, with their stocks near all-time highs, while tech and communication services sectors are underperforming.