Friday, April 19, 2024
In 2023, energy sector stocks have been on a roller coaster. Sector stock prices follow the price of crude oil, which means a lot of ups and downs in the short-term. But the long-term prospects for oil are very bullish, so don’t be afraid to take advantage of the dips. In particular, I suggest looking […]
I view liquefied natural gas (LNG) as the most critical energy source for the future. A recent report forecasts that LNG demand growth will continue to at least 2040 and double from current production levels. Several stocks let you participate in the attractive growth potential. VettiFi recently interviewed Stifel managing director Ben Nolan to discuss […]
The Fed’s aggressive interest rate increases have been good for business development companies (BDCs). I have been recommending select BDC stocks all year and want to make clear that the investment potential remains very attractive. Let me show you why – and give you one of my favorite BDCs… Congress passed the BDC rules to […]
While the price of crude oil gets the attention, you may be surprised how much natural gas has gained over the last six months. With the winter heating season approaching, the setup for natural gas and gas producers is very bullish… Natural gas was a hot topic in 2022. The shutoff of Russian gas to […]
At the end of September, one of my favorite energy dividend stocks announced a whopping 50% cut to their forecast dividend growth rate. Unsurprisingly, the stock tanked by almost 60% over the next few weeks. But look beyond the headlines, and this dividend “disaster” is actually a huge opportunity. I’m talking a double or even […]
Financial data and insight provider VettaFI recently launched the Alerian Liquified Natural Gas Index. This is the first index focused on the high-growth liquified natural gas (LNG) industry. LNG provides a clean energy source that can be transported anywhere in the world and then regasified to produce electricity or heat buildings. LNG can become a […]
America’s shale companies have promised to keep a lid on drilling, even if oil hits $100 a barrel, citing their need to maintain capital discipline. This is great news for shareholders of all oil companies. It seems that the executives at the shale companies have learned a valuable lesson… US Shale Output in Decline U.S. […]
Last week, ONEOK Inc, finalized its acquisition of Magellan Midstream Partners. The deal produced a unique merger with some big effects on energy income investors like us. So let’s review some pre-merger financial results and make a guess about ONEOK’s future. In May, ONEOK Inc. (OKE) and Magellan Midstream Partners (MMP) announced an agreement for […]
Crude oil is trading near a 10-month high at $95 a barrel. Brent crude oil, the global benchmark, has gained roughly 30% since June. West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the U.S. benchmark, is on pace for its fourth consecutive weekly gain, and is up about 27% this quarter, pushing gasoline prices to an 11-month high. And […]
In June, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil traded in the mid-$60s. Three months later, it’s pushing $95 per barrel, with market expectations that it will soon be above $100. Due to the lag between business results and the quarterly earnings reports, it’s not too late to jump on some energy stocks for their upcoming […]
