Energy and Capital Archives

Let's Get Real About Smart Locks

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 19, 2013

A few young companies promise to pull standard deadbolt locks into the "Internet of things," but only a trusted lockmaker has been able to deliver on the promise.

Oil and Gas Infrastructure Profits

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 19, 2013

U.S. oil and gas production has formed a bottleneck. Though infrastructure developments are happening, they're not coming online fast enough. So this will be the industry's next focus...

Investing in Uranium's Rebound

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 18, 2013

Uranium prices are going to spike as countries begin nuclear expansion. Buy while prices are down to profit when they soar...

Is Dropbox worth $8 Billion?

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 18, 2013

Dropbox is looking for a massive $8 billion valuation ahead of a big move in 2014.

Natural Gas Outlook 2014

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted November 18, 2013

With the end of the year in sight, it's time to check out these opportunities developing in the natural gas market in 2014.

European Shale Gas is Still an Opportunity, say Analysts

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 18, 2013

Despite resistance from many European governments, there is still opportunity in European Shale Gas, says market analyst group Frost and Sullivan.

Investing in Bitcoin

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 18, 2013

Bitcoin is rapidly gaining popularity around the world as federal governments begin to recognize it and the value shoots up...

Warren Buffett Bets on Big Oil

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 17, 2013

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A) recently revealed a hefty stake in Exxon (NYSE: XOM). Does this mean the company is a buy?

Russian LNG Exports

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 17, 2013

Russia is in the process of allowing Gazprom (MM: GAZP) competitors to export LNG abroad, while the U.S. and Canada try to race it to the finish line.

Colorado Slaps More Regulations on Oil and Gas Industry

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted November 17, 2013

Boulder, Lafayette and Fort Collins, Colorado have already banned fracking. New regulations today will add more air quality regulations to oil and gas companies in the Front Range.

2014 Biotech Investing

Written by Jason Stutman
Posted November 17, 2013

After a few months reviewing this potential breakthrough, I can confidently say the facts are absolutely compelling...

Revving Up for an Oil War

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted November 14, 2013

Will softening sanctions have a direct impact on OPEC's internal relations?