Prices say otherwise but the world is using more crude than in any prior year.  Read More

The spin-off of electric transmission and distribution assets into real estate investment trusts could be the next big investment trend to hit the electric utilities space. Read More

The president’s plan to impose a big surcharge on domestic barrels is a long shot that would likely prove counterproductive. Read More

Europe’s environmental rules have created an opportunity for a U.S. exporter of pellets used to displace dirtier coal.  Read More

Utility giants are going for gas, and the market thinks there’s more to come. Read More

The leading independent oil and gas producer finally slashed its dividend and spending plans, but at least survival isn’t in doubt.  Read More

Amid rising rates and volatile markets, utilities that are prudent about debt will preserve their value best. Read More

West Texas and New Mexico producer Concho Resources keeps drilling even as its realized prices have halved. Read More

Water stocks weren’t always so expensive. Read More

The Permian Basin has seen all the booms and busts, and amid the pain of the current slump lurks opportunity. Read More