Friday, November 21st, 2008

Posts Tagged ‘ Oil Service Stocks ’

Why $60 Oil Will Not Last Long

Nov 17th, 2008 | By Byron King | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

Reserves of high-grade oil are in decline, says Byron King. Other hydrocarbons will be required to meet energy demand over the coming decades. But the cost of extracting and refining these resources is much higher than the current market price of crude. And that’s why cheap fuel is definitely not here to stay.



Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) Is Well Placed For Greener America

Nov 11th, 2008 | By Andrew Snyder | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

The hype around the ethanol industry may have subsided, but its future as an alternative energy source is not dead. That’s why Archer Daniels Midland (NYSE:ADM) is using this bust to strengthen its position as industry leader. Andrew Snyder says this long-term strategy puts ADM in a great position for a future, greener America.



Fossil Fuels vs Green Energy: Where To Invest?

Nov 7th, 2008 | By Irwin Greenstein | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

Energy investors may find themselves at odds in weighing whether to put their money into fossil fuels or green alternatives. Two separate articles in today’s Wall Street Journal provide a good backdrop for the current dilemma. Ultimately, we’re of the opinion that it’s still too early for alternative energy to make a convincing business case.



3 Coal Producers (MEE, BTU, JRCC) At Fire Sale Prices

Nov 7th, 2008 | By Andrew Snyder | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

Energy prices continue to tumble on recession fears and a US dollar rally. For investors that are long-term bullish on energy markets, this represents a great buying opportunity, says Andrew Snyder. He expects coal producers like Massey (NYSE:MEE), Peabody (NYSE:BTU) and James River Coal (NYSE:JRCC) to see big increases in their valuations in the coming year.



Now Could Be The Time To Nibble On Oil Service Stocks

Nov 7th, 2008 | By Byron King | Category: Featured

Don’t expect oil prices to remain at these low levels for long, says Byron King. Demand weakness for crude is temporary. And oil-producing nations cannot sustain their own economies unless oil prices are close to $100 a barrel. Byron says it could be time for investors to slowly build up a position in oil service stocks.



What Democrat Control Means For Your Oil Investments

Nov 6th, 2008 | By Andrew Snyder | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

The Democrats are in a very strong position following Tuesday’s election. Andrew Snyder says oil majors like Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) and BP (NYSE:BP) will face higher taxes and stricter legislation. But offshore drilling experts with international exposure like Transocean (NYSE:RIG) remain an excellent long-term investment.



A Contrarian’s Guide To Post-Election Investing

Nov 3rd, 2008 | By Rick Pendergraft | Category: Top Story

The stock market is due a bounce after the election, regardless of who wins. But after that, the voter’s choice will have a big impact on industry winners and losers. Rick Pendergraft says biotech and alternative energy stocks should get a lift under Obama, while defense and oil will benefit from a McCain victory.



Triple Your Money With Oversold T-3 Energy (TTES)

Oct 30th, 2008 | By Chris Mayer | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

T-3 Energy Services (NASDAQ:TTES) provides essential safety equipment for oil and gas rigs. Though drilling activity has been affected by the fall in commodity prices, Chris Mayer says the stock has been massively oversold. Today it is trading at $19, down from a high of $84 last year. Given its healthy cash flow and strong international growth outlook, Chris says a move back to $60 is on the cards.



Sovereign Wealth Funds Under Threat From Tumbling Crude

Oct 29th, 2008 | By Irwin Greenstein | Category: International Investing

The plummeting price of oil could cause another source of capital to dry up: the Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) of the Persian Gulf. This could be another blow for global credit markets, says Irwin Greenstein. These oil-rich funds fueled with petrodollars invested trillions over the past few years, notably with high-profile infusions of billions in CitiGroup, Carlyle Group, Merrill Lynch and the Nasdaq Stock Market.



It’s Time To Buy Cash-Rich Oil Majors At 2004 Prices

Oct 29th, 2008 | By Eric Roseman | Category: Oil Investment & Alternative Energy

Crude oil prices have tumbled 55% since July. And oil stocks have been dragged down with them. But Eric Roseman says this is a great opportunity to buy into Big Oil at 2004 prices. These companies are flush with cash and pay out attractive dividends. And they are likely to recover over the next 12-18 months as commodity prices find a bottom.