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Red Flags Keep Flapping at Weatherford
Its tax accounting woes are taking an increasing toll, adding to the damage as the oil services sector is getting slammed by the natural gas glut.
5 Funds to Play U.S. Oil Dominance
The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects America to become the world's top oil-producer by 2017, making these five funds great long-term investments.
U.S. to Become Biggest Oil Producer by 2017
The International Energy Agency has released a report forecasting that the U.S. could surpass Saudi Arabia as the world's top oil producer by 2017.
Exxon’s Move Out of Iraq Is Puzzling
Exxon has announced that it is selling its 60% stake in the West-Qurna 1 oil field in Iraq, but the timing of the move warrants some head-scratching.
These Stocks Could Jump on Energy M&A
The energy sector is ripe for consolidation, making Devon, Apache and others potential targets for cash-rich blue-chips.
Should I Buy Chevron? 3 Pros, 3 Cons
Chevron's been struggling so far this year, but could it still be a promising pick in the long-term? Here are three pros and three cons.
What’s Next for Exxon After Rosneft’s Buy?
Exxon is falling behind in the wake of Rosneft's latest move and thanks to trouble replacing its reserves. Could a buy be next for the integrated energy giant?
Sandy’s Aftermath May Provide a Market Lift
Hurricane Sandy's damage estimates are less than expected, and while the area cleans up stocks might rebound with oil leading the way.
BP and Rosneft: One Sale, Two Winners
Russian state-owned oil giant Rosneft has agreed to by BP's stake in its joint venture. That's good news for the seller and could be ever better for the buyer.
Murphy Oil’s Split Should Cheer Investors
Spinning off its downstream gasoline marketing operations into a separate company should boost shareholder value, as other such oil company splits have done.
3 Income-Pumping Pipeline Power Players
Yield-hunters would do well to put these MLPs in their scopes. They're proven, stable companies that offer steady dividends and solid total returns.
Buyout Bait in Canada’s Energy Supermarket
As the world's energy majors flock to Canada for resource deals, what firms might be next to get an offer? Here are two good possibilities.
5 Oil Services Buys Beyond the ‘Big Two’
Energy investors shouldn't feel stuck choosing between Halliburton and Schlumberger. Here are several other quality oil services stocks you can buy on the cheap.
Should I Buy Halliburton? 3 Pros, 3 Cons
The company is facing big challenges, but its shares are trading at an attractive valuation. Is there opportunity for investors to get a bargain? Here's our verdict.
Beware of the Fallout From a Nuclear Iran
If the U.S. misplays this issue and an Israel-Iran confrontation ensues, energy prices are sure to explode.
Bonds? Buy Tanker Stocks Instead for Yield
Oil tanker stocks are risky, but they're also necessary -- and have huge payouts. And right now is a good time to get in while valuations are down.
Exxon Stock a Buy Despite Stumbling Before Record High
Exxon Mobil has pumped out strong returns in the past few months, but shares in this dependable dividend stock are still priced to buy.
BP Makes Another Bargain-Basement Sell-Off
BP sold its huge Texas City refinery to Marathon Oil for a song, and it likely means more sales are still coming as it struggles to pay its Gulf disaster bills.
