David Smith
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A longtime securities analyst and multiple-term member of The Wall Street Journal's All-Star Research team, Dave specializes in energy and natural resources.
Recent Articles by David Smith
Jan 21, 2014
by David Smith
Here's How to Stabilize Your Energy Portfolio
With forward crude prices apt to remain in a trading range, or perhaps to head either meaningfully up or significantly down, oil-field services representation can help to stabilize your portfolio. Here are three specific names to aid in that process.
Jan 10, 2014
by David Smith
Why Blocking the Keystone XL Line Could Spell Double Trouble
Preventing the construction of TransCanada's proposed Keystone XL pipeline could result in more explosions aboard railroad trains transporting Bakken crude. At the same time, such obstruction would likely also play into China's hands.
Nov 21, 2013
by David Smith
Profiting From Mankind's Need to Feed
DuPont, which was founded during the administration of Thomas Jefferson, is in the process of transforming itself from a chemicals emphasis to an agriculture base. Will shareholders benefit in the coming months from its major changes?
Nov 8, 2013
by David Smith
Stand by for More From Denbury Resources
Danbury Resources has provided us with some information on its current operations, with more to come at an analyst presentation next week. In the meantime, unique Denbury continues to appear compelling for those with a bent for domestic energy.
Nov 8, 2013
by David Smith
Anadarko Petroleum: An Overreaction to a Solid Operator
With its earnings released on Monday and its conference call on Tuesday, Anadarko Petroleum's shares dipped about 1.5% between Friday and Tuesday. Did the market lend too much credence to tough-to-get-right analysts' forecasts on Anadarko's quarter?
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