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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

Apr 24, 2013 by David Smith

DuPont's Planted the Seeds for Growth

DuPont has moved from a largely chemicals-based company to one that tilts toward agriculture. It's quarterly results showed definite signs of positive results.

Apr 24, 2013 by David Smith

ExxonMobil: Stand By for News

The biggest member of big oil likely will cover a bevy of significant topics when it tells us about its 2013 first quarter.

Apr 23, 2013 by David Smith

Halliburton's Shine Suddenly Brightens

The third of of the big oil-field services companies to report, Halliburton has become a lot more compelling.

Apr 22, 2013 by David Smith

Is DuPont Getting Its Strength Back?

Despite being buffeted by the economy, DuPont appears to be gaining ground as it moves more decisively into agriculture.

Apr 22, 2013 by David Smith

Make Hay With Baker Hughes' Global Push

Differences may exist regarding the North American market, but Baker Hughes is flexing its muscles globally.

Apr 22, 2013 by David Smith

Will Freeport-McMoRan Be Boosted By Its Energy Buys?

With copper prices softening amid a sluggish worldwide economy, and a pair of controversial acquisitions in the hopper, it may be time to remain on the Freeport-McMoRan sidelines.

Apr 20, 2013 by David Smith

Schlumberger: A Hard Habit to Break

The big enchilada of oilfield services has posted a sound quarter amid industry softness in North America. It clearly is one of the better ways to play its group.

Apr 20, 2013 by David Smith

Should We Be Worried About China's North American Energy Grab?

CNOOC is now the owner of Nexen, a once sizable Canadian energy producer, and the Chinese are focusing on other parts of the world, including the Arctic. Should we be concerned?

Apr 17, 2013 by David Smith

Baker Hughes' Friday Report Could Boost Its Standing

In the face of a still soft North American market, Baker Hughes' international expansion may shed a positive new light on the company on Friday.

Apr 17, 2013 by David Smith

What Is Schlumberger Preparing to Tell Us?

The kingpin of the oil-field services world will release its earnings on Friday, April 19. The company's releases and subsequent calls are always ultra-informative for energy investors.

Apr 16, 2013 by David Smith

Are the U.S. and Saudi Arabia About to Trade Places?

With Saudi Arabia's oil reserves possibly overstated, and U.S. production climbing as new technologies come on line, North America just might become the Saudi Arabia of the 2020's.

Apr 14, 2013 by David Smith

Big Oil's Back in Washington's Taxation Crosshairs

D.C. has its sights set on the industry once again.

Apr 6, 2013 by David Smith

Diamond Offshore Sparkles in the Deepwater

Diamond Offshore is worth your attention for its solid margins, its balance sheet, and its board's tendency to toss shareholders a few extra shekels.

Apr 3, 2013 by David Smith

An Underwater Company That's on the Rise

Oceaneering is a key beneficiary of the quest for hydrocarbons moving to the challenging deep water. That movement is unlikely to abate for decades to come.

Apr 2, 2013 by David Smith

Are Scotland and England Headed for Divorce Court?

With Scotland accounting for the vast majority of British North Sea oil production -- and consequently related tax revenues -- there's a movement afoot in the country for a separation from England.

Mar 28, 2013 by David Smith

As Europe Struggles, Japan Threatens to Erupt

Despite the latest woes on Cyprus -- and previously in Greece, Italy, Spain, and Ireland -- Japan, the world's third-largest economy, could easily implode.

Mar 26, 2013 by David Smith

EOG Resources Is Running Away From the Competition

By concentrating on the Eagle Ford, Bakken/Three Forks, and the Permian Basin plays, EOG Resources has achieved major growth in earnings, likely reserves, and liquids ratio.

Mar 25, 2013 by David Smith

A Close Look at the King Kong of Oilfield Services

Schlumberger stands out among its oilfield services peers, not only for its size, but also for its technological superiority, its global footprint, and its management's communication abilities.

Mar 25, 2013 by David Smith

Has Russia Just Become Energy's Capital?

With its new oil and gas pacts with China, along with state-controlled Rosneft's having consummated its purchase of TNK-BP, Russia's the new center of energy activity.

Mar 18, 2013 by David Smith

Approaching 3 Years Since Macondo, Should Investors Look Into BP?

London-based BP has tripped repeatedly during the past decade and still sits atop unknown Macondo liabilities. But it's also scoring on a host of fronts. Should you be a buyer?

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