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Recent articles
The U.S. Steel Industry Faces an Uncertain Future
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 21, 2014
The WTO had ruled against U.S. import tariffs of cheap imported steel. This is bad news for U.S. Steel and its peers.
Joy Global Faces an Uncertain Future
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 21, 2014
Joy Global reported a good set of fiscal second quarter results, but the company's future remains uncertain.
Why You Shouldn't Be Worried About Transocean's Ugly Report
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 21, 2014
Transocean's recent fleet status update did not make for good reading but the company is well positioned for the long term.
Boom Times Are Ahead for the Oil Services Industry
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 21, 2014
Baker Hughes and Schlumberger are set to benefit as the shale oil boom spreads around the rest of the world.
Will Western Refining Transform Itself Into an Partnership?
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 20, 2014
Western Refining has the potential to unlock a huge amount of value for investors.
Warren Buffett Is Quietly Pouring Billions Into This Energy Boom
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 19, 2014
Warren Buffett has only made indirect investments in the shale oil boom, here's how you can profit.
Here's What you Need to Know About the Reynolds American-Lorillard Deal
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 19, 2014
Reynolds and Lorillard are planning a merger, and here's what you need to know about the deal.
How to Profit From the Oil Exploration Boom
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 18, 2014
Oil companies are set to spend $1 trillion on oil exploration during 2017 -- here are three ways to play the trend.
Casablanca Is Winning the Battle for Cliffs Natural Resources
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 18, 2014
Casablanca Capital has won over many shareholders in the battle for Cliffs Natural Resources.
Here's Why the Price of Iron Ore Has Been Falling
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 17, 2014
BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, and Vale have been increasing their iron ore output to drive the price down and peers out of business.
Here's How Teekay LNG Partners Is Avoiding the Market Downturn
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 17, 2014
The spot rates for LNG tankers are collapsing and some operators are at risk of getting into trouble, here's how Teekay is avoiding trouble.
How the FDA Is Dealing With E-cigs
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 17, 2014
The FDA is trying to put e-cig rules in place that could dramatically impact Altria, Reynolds American, and Lorillard.
Philip Morris' Diversification Guarantees Long-Term Success
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 17, 2014
Philip Morris' recent update regarding its reduced-risk products is highly encouraging.
Altria Could Receive a Multi-Billion Dollar Payoff
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 17, 2014
Altria could be on the verge of selling its holding in SABMiller, which would be a billion dollar payoff for the company.
Why ExxonMobil Is Set for Years of Lackluster Growth
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 16, 2014
As ExxonMobil's production stagnates the company's earnings are not going anywhere.
Should Investors Be Worried About Seadrill's Liquidity?
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 16, 2014
Seadrill had to cancel a bond issue, but does that mean investors should be concerned about the company's liquidity?
Why Stone Energy Will Struggle to Grow
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 16, 2014
Stone Energy is running out of cash, and it is likely that the company will struggle to meet lofty growth targets.
Gold Miners Look for New Reserves at Home
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 15, 2014
Barrick and Newmont are finding new gold reserves within Nevada.
Ultra Petroleum Looks Cheap, but Is It Really?
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 15, 2014
Ultra looks cheap compared to its peers but the company's low valuation reflects its high level of debt.
Investors Shouldn't Ignore These 2 Refiners
Rupert Hargreaves | Jul 14, 2014
HollyFrontier and Marathon have many strengths, and investors shouldn't turn their backs on the companies just yet.