The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which analyst John Reeves and advisor David Meier discuss topics across the investing world.

National Oilwell Varco ranks No. 2 on Dave's list of top energy stocks. After discussing the business, Dave then explains why it ranks so highly. The video concludes with a long-term outlook on the company.

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