Investing Topics: Energy Stocks

The Outlook for the Petrochemical Chain (and Chlorine)

By Peter Staas on Sep. 16, 2017

Over the past several years, oil and gas companies’ overzealous production of natural gas and NGLs has restored the fortunes of domestic petrochemical producers.

Reviewing Midstream Energy IPOs

By Roger S. Conrad on Aug. 23, 2017

In an environment where energy prices remain lower for longer and short-cycle US onshore plays take market share, midstream MLPs with the best growth prospects remain some of our favorite picks. Do recent IPOs represent good investment opportunities?

Technology Trends in Midstream Energy Producers

By Roger S. Conrad on Aug. 20, 2017

Every earnings season, companies in the oil-field services industry highlight emerging technologies that can help upstream operators to improve their well productivity, boost operational efficiency and reduce per-barrel production costs. The current trends and new techniques are perhaps more important than ever given current prices.

When to Take Profits in Dividend Stocks

By Roger S. Conrad on Jul. 28, 2017

There are two times to sell even the best dividend stocks. We prepare our portfolio and ourselves in case those times come to pass as we head into earnings season.

Under Pressure: Coal and Nuclear Power

By Roger S. Conrad on Jul. 28, 2017

Challenging economics have prompted operators to shut down a number of nuclear power plants. Dozens of closures will follow in coming years, unless lobbying efforts convince states to subsidize these facilities with zero-emission credits.

Ordering from the Value Menu

By Roger S. Conrad on Jul. 16, 2017

We look at which Lifelong Portfolio holdings offer the best value.

Recent Upstream Energy IPOs

By Elliott H. Gue on Jul. 16, 2017

Despite the underperformance of SPDR Oil & Gas Exploration & Production (NYSE: XOP) this year because of concerns about the outlook for energy prices and surging US production, several upstream operators have completed initial public offerings and more remain on the docket. Here are our takes.

Catalysts for Growth, Part 2

By Roger S. Conrad on Jun. 29, 2017

Last issue, we looked at catalysts for the 11 current Conservative Portfolio Holdings. This time around, we do the same for the seven Aggressive Holdings.

Look to the Midstream for Protection and Opportunity

By Elliott H. Gue on Jun. 28, 2017

Given the uncertainty and volatility in the energy sector, we prefer midstream names that offer the best leverage to volumetric growth stories and have the balance sheet strength to pursue joint ventures with cash-strapped rivals.

The Regulatory Shifts Behind Stock Moves

By Roger S. Conrad on Jun. 17, 2017

Around the world and regardless of where they’re based, utilities returns on capital expenditures depend on regulatory decisions. Recent political changes have led to regulatory shifts with significant implications for this sector. Grab your passport, and let’s take a look at these recent changes.

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