The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which analyst Paul Chi and senior analyst Matt Argersinger discuss topics across the investing world.

In today's edition, Paul and Matt discuss Devon Energy, one stock they're buying today. Devon boasts a strong balance sheet, a balanced production mix, and a shareholder-friendly management -- a combination suited for whatever the oil and gas markets throw in its direction. Paul believes the company has a long runway of profitable growth ahead of it over the next several years as it ramps up its liquids production in its most profitable areas.

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