Oil

Energy Independence: Natural Gas for Cars

As transportation fuels, CNG and LNG solve a lot of problems -- if the problems of converting to them can be solved. Progress is being made.

ConocoPhillips’ Happy Divorce

The spin-off of the refining operations is good news for investors.

Energy Independence: First, the Pipelines

Suddenly, America is closer to being self-sufficient. But this goal will remain out of reach until the infrastructure is built. Investors, take note.

7 Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now

Gas prices keep rising higher, and one way to take the sting out of the prices at the pump is to own these 7 companies pumping some of the oil.

2 Northern Riches in the Oil Fields

Canadian oil companies are an important worldwide producer, and may be a great niche play for investors. Here are two to consider.

2 New Oil Stocks to Buy

Oil stocks continue to be one of the best ways to hedge your stock portfolio against inflation, and these two new stocks are worth a purchase.

Stock of the Day: Freidman Industries

With the fracking boom in the U.S. comes the need to provide the equipment to make it happen. Steel maker Friedman is in the right place at the right time.

3 Oil Stocks To Watch After the Fall

Tuesday's fall in the Dow should have been expected, and ups and downs will occur. In the meantime, look at these 3 oil stocks as solid performers.

Canada’s Clash of Pipeline Titans

The ever-escalating battle pitting Enbridge against TransCanada is a must-follow for investors. Here's who has the upper hand now.

What’s Wrong With Exxon Mobil?

During the economic recovery, Exxon Mobil has produced diminutive returns compared to its integrated oil brethren. Will things get better for investors?

BRICs Report: From Russia With Oil

While Russian leadership hopes to rebalance its economy toward other sectors, energy remains the largest story when it comes to investing in the BRICs member.

Shades of 1999 As Tech Frenzy Takes Hold

The markets are launching ever higher, and it looks very much like 1999 when a handful of high-flyers led the way. Be aware, be very aware of the similarities.

3 Energy ETFs to Offset Higher Pump Prices

The most direct way to hedge against your own expenditures at the pump is to invest directly in gasoline. Here are three ways to do that.

Financial News That Makes the World Go Around

Oil and gas prices worldwide are moving the markets, along with some good news from the U.S. on statistical measures of the economy.

7 Oil Service Stocks Better Left in the Dust

The oil and gas sector is undergoing a rapid changes, and these 7 seven stocks are having a hard time making it in out of the fields.

Q&A Interview: Riding the Commodity Rollercoaster

The oil, gas, and energy industries are all subject to the vagaries of the world markets. Vanguard's Karl Bandtel offers some perspective for investors.

Why PetroChina Belongs in Your Portfolio

The Chinese oil company's hot growth -- and state backing -- can't be ignored. Its energy-assets buying binge ensures years of rising output ahead.

Daily Oil News: BP Claims U.S. Covered Up 2010 Spill

Oil giant claims U.S. is withholding evidence -- and maintains the federal government covered up over 80,000 industrial intelligence documents.

A Hot Quarter for Energy

The first quarter of 2012 saw many big developments, especially in oil, and the second quarter will, too. Here's what's fueling the energy market.