Trump’s energy stock holdings are estimated to have risen in value by $1.5 million to $4.4 million during the Iran war period.

According to CNBC, U.S. President Donald Trump’s disclosed holdings in nine of the largest oil and gas companies are estimated to have gained between $1.5 million and $4.4 million in value between February 27 and August 31, the period on the eve of the outbreak of war with Iran. The holdings include ExxonMobil, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Occidental Petroleum, and several refining and pipeline firms. Trump’s investment account continued trading energy stocks during the conflict. As of June 29, the account reported at least 23 sales of related stocks. On the first trading day after the March 2 U.S.-Israeli first strike on Iran, the account purchased stocks in eight oil and gas firms, including $100,000 to $250,000 worth of ExxonMobil shares. On March 23, Trump delayed strikes on Iranian energy facilities before market opening; Brent crude fell nearly 11% that day, and his account reported 16 purchases of oil and gas stocks totaling roughly $163,000 to $570,000. On April 7, the account sold $500,000 to $1 million worth of ExxonMobil shares; roughly two and a half hours later, Trump announced a ceasefire with Iran, and the stock opened more than 6% lower the next day. Since disclosure documents do not provide exact share counts, transaction prices, or sale batches, the above estimates do not represent actual realized profits or current precise holdings. CNBC also found no evidence that Trump directed the trades, had advance knowledge of relevant decisions, or used personal interests to influence policy. The White House stated that the investment portfolio is managed entirely by independent administrators.