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2 Energy Stocks to Tap for Sweet Dividends

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:45:51 -0400

2 Energy Stocks to Tap for Sweet Dividends

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:45:51 -0400

A lack of conviction among investors is keeping oil and gas stocks down a bit. Go the contrarian route by buying up these two dividend-paying energy giants.

Best Emerging Market Countries To Invest In This Month

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:18:15 -0400

22 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:00:42 -0500

22 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:00:42 -0500

The overall ratings of 22 Oil and Gas stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

Rosneft: Russia’s Energy Giant Is One to Ride

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:05:13 -0500

Rosneft: Russia’s Energy Giant Is One to Ride

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:05:13 -0500

Its greatly expanded joint-venture agreement with Exxon shows how mighty it's getting. Rosneft will soon be the world's biggest public oil company.

Shell’s Arctic Drilling Gets Frozen … Again

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:39:13 -0500

Shell’s Arctic Drilling Gets Frozen … Again

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 05:39:13 -0500

Stormy weather has put another obstacle in the way of Shell’s $4.5 billion Arctic drilling project and the series of problems doesn't bode well for investors.

These Stocks Could Jump on Energy M&A

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 12:06:23 -0500

The energy sector is ripe for consolidation, making Devon, Apache and others potential targets for cash-rich blue-chips.

These Stocks Could Jump on Energy M&A

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 07:06:23 -0500

20 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:31:34 -0400

For the current week, the overall ratings of 20 Oil and Gas stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

20 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:31:34 -0400

BP and Rosneft: One Sale, Two Winners

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:00:18 -0400

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.

BP and Rosneft: One Sale, Two Winners

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 03:00:18 -0400

13 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 19:15:59 -0400

The overall ratings of 13 Oil and Gas stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

13 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:15:59 -0400

20 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:45:22 -0400

20 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:45:22 -0400

Is Chesapeake Crawling Back?

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:00:23 -0400

Is Chesapeake Crawling Back?

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 07:00:23 -0400

In the near term, ongoing asset sales have helped it avert the worst. The long-term outlook is another story: The company is still loaded with risk.

BP: An Energy Giant That’s Shriveling Fast

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:10:30 -0400

BP: An Energy Giant That’s Shriveling Fast

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:10:30 -0400

Its asset sell-offs -- not just wind farms, refineries and gas stations but now also proven reserves -- have clearly reached dangerous proportions.

A Big Chill for Shell’s Arctic Drilling Plans

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:12:16 -0400

A Big Chill for Shell’s Arctic Drilling Plans

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:12:16 -0400

A series of regulatory hangups, poor summer weather and outright accidents is putting billions of spending in jeopardy. Shell still has a long road ahead.

The 5 Best Canadian Stocks to Own

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:00:45 -0400

The 5 Best Canadian Stocks to Own

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:00:45 -0400

Each of these companies is a leader in its field and is making waves outside Canada's borders.

Investing in the Nordics

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 08:05:09 -0400

Investing in the Nordics

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 08:05:09 -0400

Nordic countries provide a great opportunity for buyers of foreign stocks, with solid companies throughout the region. Take a look at these 5 plus an ETF.

The Arctic Awaits Energy Investors

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:12:39 -0500

The Arctic Awaits Energy Investors

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:12:39 -0500

Major oil & gas companies are making their moves into the Arctic's vast resources. Energy investors who want in early have a number of potential plays.

Buy This Viking Energy Powerhouse

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:13:29 -0500

Buy This Viking Energy Powerhouse

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:13:29 -0500

Norwegian energy giant Statoil is growing earnings and reserves, its margins aren't weighed down by refining, and it offers a nice dividend to boot.

Scandinavian ETFs: We’ve Gotten Too Niche

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:55:32 -0500

Scandinavian ETFs: We’ve Gotten Too Niche

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:55:32 -0500

iShares has released a set of ETFs tracking Norway, Denmark and Finland. Scandinavia is great, but don't expect these funds to last.

The Secret Oil Stock That’s a Must-Buy

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:33 -0500

Most people this side of the Atlantic haven't heard of this energy company, but a few big oil finds should have it on most investors' radar.

The Secret Oil Stock That’s a Must-Buy

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:33 -0500

5 Big Oil Stocks to Buy

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:16:38 -0500

The world's addiction to crude isn't about to go away anytime soon, so an investment in big oil is the way to go.

5 Big Oil Stocks to Buy

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:16:38 -0500

Safe Plays in ‘Unsafe’ Oil and Gas

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:00:54 -0500

Safe Plays in ‘Unsafe’ Oil and Gas

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:00:54 -0500

Unconventional energy finds also come with unconventional risks, and betting on one horse may not be good. Here are some safer strategies.

4 Foreign Energy Stocks With Winning Yields

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:03:24 -0400

It may pay to look abroad for a better dividend.