Category: Oil Investing

Oil Falls on Weak Economic Data

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted July 19, 2012

Crude oil prices were hurt Friday by poor economic data in the U.S. and Europe.

U.S. Oil Company Deals in Iraq

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 19, 2012

Chevron Corp. and a number of other Big Oil companies purchase stakes in Kurdistan oil.

Saudis' Secret Oil Crisis

Written by Keith Kohl
Posted July 18, 2012

Editor Keith Kohl explains why the world's largest oil producer is desperately trying to avoid an energy crisis.

BP Olympic Biofuel Debut

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 18, 2012

BP's new biofuel blend will power a fleet of BMW vehicles at the 2012 Olympics.

U.S. Companies Invest in Chinese Shale Gas

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 17, 2012

U.S. oil and gas companies see potential in Chinese shale.

Insurance Company Denies Fracking Coverage

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 15, 2012

A U.S. insurance company is denying coverage for any risks related to fracking.

Natural Gas Vehicle Incentives

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted July 15, 2012

Thirteen states are working with Detroit automakers to expand the market for natural gas-powered vehicles.

American Energy Investing

Written by unknown
Posted July 15, 2012

American energy is increasing thanks to oil production, the coming boom in natural gas-powered vehicles (which will be fueled solely by domestic natural gas), and alternative transportation fuels.

BP Halts Alaskan Oil Rig Construction

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 12, 2012

Cost stands in the way of a huge offshore oil project in Alaska.

OPEC Forecasts Oil Demand Growth Slowdown

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 12, 2012

OPEC will not have to increase production for 2013 if demand growth slows as forecast.

The Bakken Rail Industry

Written by Brianna Panzica
Posted July 12, 2012

As we wait on pipeline construction and permit approvals, railways provide a neat alternative.

Oil Futures Rise on Decreased Stockpile

Written by Brian Hicks
Posted July 11, 2012

Oil futures receive a boost as U.S. inventories slip.