Upstream energy stocks

Two Natural Gas Stocks for Long-Term Investors

October 28, 2026 by Tim Plaehn

2026 has been an amazing year for investments that track crude oil and refined fuel prices. For example, from my recommended stocks, upstream oil producer Diamondback Energy (FANG) is up 35% year-to-date. Even more striking, the recommended refinery stock Valero Energy (VLO) is up 169% this year. With the focus on gains in petroleum-related stocks, […]

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The Best Way to Invest in Upstream Energy

October 14, 2026 by Tim Plaehn

As the third-quarter earnings season approaches, I’m curious how the different energy sectors will report. I expect very good earnings, but also think upstream and downstream could have quite different results, and more importantly, different share price reactions. Upstream energy companies drill for crude oil and natural gas. Their results depend on production levels and […]

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The Two Energy Stocks With Extra Cash to Return

September 30, 2026 by Tim Plaehn

Crude oil prices and the share prices of upstream energy stocks have been on a wild ride. Recently, WTI crude has dropped from $105 to about $90 per barrel. Upstream energy stocks have also fallen sharply. Here are the year-to-date stock charts with normalized returns for a couple of my favorite upstream stocks: Diamondback Energy […]

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