Shares of energy companies fell sharply, giving back some of the gains related to the ouster of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

Halliburton shares fell by roughly 3%. SLB, Halliburton's crosstown oil-services rival, which already has significant operations in Venezuela, incurred a more modest decline.

Oil futures fell as traders weighed the possibility that Venezuelan energy production may be rapidly ramped up.


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