The West's energy watchdog said on Friday it was ready to release oil stocks should the market experience shortages following Israel's attack on Iran, drawing criticism from rival OPEC which said the statement would only create fear in the market.

Oil stocks have been longtime favorites for investors seeking income. With lower oil prices causing many oil stocks to decline in recent months, their dividend yields have risen. A user on Reddit recently asked which oil stocks with attractive dividends are the best picks right now.

Halliburton is the third-largest oilfield services company in the world, so any time oil prices go up, it's a recipe for potential further investment by oil companies in exploration, completion, and production enhancement services.