Middle East

Oil Breaks $110 After Saudi Pipeline Breach

Diplomatic tensions further drive crude's market price; a standoff between Iran and Saudi Arabia is causing market volatility and a rise in Brent crude value. More 

Will Obama Open the Strategic Oil Reserve?

Rising prices and economic pressure -- plus party politics -- may force the president's hand as tensions with Iran keep oil prices on the rise. More 

5 Reasons You’ll See $5 Gasoline in 2012

Geopolitical unrest across Africa as well as the Mideast leaves pump prices nowhere to go but up. More 

Rising Possibility of Military Strike on Iran

Israel and U.S. reportedly differ on the possibility of a military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities pushing tensions and oil prices higher. More 

2011 Emerging Market Telecom Ups and Downs

China Mobile did well, but Turkcell and Cellcom Israel flopped. However, I'm sticking with the Turkish telecom for a host of reasons. More 

Qatar: Not Yet an Investor’s Dream

Qatar is a booming Gulf state with favorable business conditions. For investors with a strong risk tolerance, here are three ETFs to consider. More 

The Plane Truth Behind Boeing’s $18B Score

Boeing's sale of 50 planes to Emirates Airline is the largest in Boeing history, but this is no guarantee of a smooth flight for BA shares. More