Highly leveraged oil drillers have been hit especially hard of late. Others have fared better thanks to solid balance sheets and hedges. Here are some of our least risky picks. Read More

It's been an awful month for energy stocks and energy prices. But selling here isn't the right move. Read More

Slumping energy stocks are overdue for a bounce, but those with the strongest balance sheets will fare best if the bears aren’t done. Plus: portfolio updates on Continental, Cabot and Gastar. Read More

The world’s favorite energy sources have important drawbacks as well, notably in terms of pollution and global warming. Plus: Dresser-Rand is getting acquired. Read More

Oil’s recent slide has hurt energy stocks but should reward the patient investor.  Plus: an update on our ethanol picks. Read More

Venezuela may be trying to dodge damage claims over expropriations from Western companies, but its oil industry has already paid a heavy price. Read More

TransCanada's discounted shares are on the move as growth projects advance alongside drilling on its home turf. The secure dividend is suitable for IRAs and our Conservative Portfolio. Read More

Canadian pipeline bargain TransCanada doesn’t need the Keystone XL to thrive. Meanwhile, Venezuela must hurry to sell Citgo before the full bill for its ill-considered expropriations comes due. Read More