Big Bank Stocks on a Slippery Slope

JPMorgan Chase’s recent investor presentation concisely summed up why big bank stocks are in such lockstep with the price of oil. Read more

A Hidden Energy Stock Gem With a 5% Dividend Yield

This energy stock – a former Dividend Aristocrat – might return to dividend growth again this year as its capital spending comes down. Read more

Blame the Dollar for Low Oil Prices

You might not feel richer than you did 18 months ago, but the dollars in your bank account are worth about 20% more today. Read more

Is Buffett Too Early With His Kinder Morgan Investment?

Warren Buffett’s $396 million Kinder Morgan investment parallels his recent building of a larger position in another energy company, Phillips 66. Read more

Oil Production Agreement: Money for Nothing

The recent oil production freeze agreed to by Saudi Arabia, Russia, Qatar and Venezuela was a cause for celebration in the oil pits. Read more

Is It Time for Income Investors to Abandon All MLPs?

While income investors might bemoan the recent carnage in high-yield energy investments, it’s worth highlighting that not all MLPs are alike. Read more

Follow Buffett’s Lead in the Refining Sector, But Not His Stock Pick

There’s good reason that Warren Buffett is the world’s biggest Phillips 66 bull. But there’s a better bet in the refining sector for the average investor. Read more

Canadian Oil Sands Industry in a Sticky Mess

With the Canadian oil sands industry in disarray, Suncor Energy’s $4.6 billion takeover deal for Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. is a courageous endeavor. Read more

A Cheaper Way to Buy Cheap Oil

As an investor, I love contrarian opportunities. We’re seeing one those opportunities right now to buy cheap oil. Read more

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