Transocean Gains Offshore Power

Transocean Pumps Up Offshore Oil

Photo Credit.   Transocean has stepping up its game in the offshore oil business. They are playing to their strengths and it seems to be really paying off. Interested in learning more? Let’s look to Agustino Fontevecchia for more information. Transocean has been struggling with a heavy debt load that has put pressure on its credit rating.  Total long-term debt … Read more

Conoco Dividend: Blow or Bust?

Conoco Dividend Solid

Photo Credit.   Like I said in our last post, we are catching up for lost time with some dividend updates. We are taking a closer look at ConocoPhillips specifically today. How do they measure up the the dividend check list? Ilan Moscovitz breaks the research down.   1. Yield First and foremost, dividend investors like … Read more

Breaking Away from Foreign Oil Dependence

U.S. Oil Consumption

Photo Credit. The U.S’s foreign oil dependence has only worsened over the years, and is currently at a peak due to the huge consumption. How do we break away from this? How much foreign oil are we actually consuming? This is all good information to know if you a greatly invested in the U.S. oil market. Todd Ganos explains … Read more

America’s Oil Pipeline Necessity

Oil Pipeline Needs

Photo Credit.   The Keystone XL Pipeline has been the center of debate for about a year now. No matter your stance on the issue, America is in need of this pipeline in order to maintain our current needs for oil and natural gas. Whether you like it or not, this is a true statement. … Read more

Energy Stocks Blowing Away Expectations

Oil Stock Picks

Photo Credit. Its never bad news to hear that a stock is doing better than predicted. Getting in on these stocks at the right time is the key, so hopefully this analysis will give you some pointers. Stock Croc picked out a few stocks that we liked too. Penn West Petroleum (PWE): PWE was selling at … Read more