EnergyStocks posts
Posted Jun 9th 2009 5:50PM by Jim Woods
Filed under: Earnings reports, Stocks to Buy, Green Stocks
When Charles Dickens wrote, "Bring in the bottled lightning, a clean tumbler and a corkscrew," it's safe to say the great English novelist wasn't referring to energy technology. But in the 21st century we know that a whole lot of bottled lightning can be uncorked using a variety of sophisticated devices -- and one of the most interesting types is fuel cells.
Today we got lightning news from one of the best companies in the fuel cell space, the aptly named FuelCell Energy (NASDAQ: FCEL). Although the company reported lower product sales and revenues for fiscal Q2 of $19.3 million compared to $26.4 million in fiscal Q2 a year ago, it did say that the prior year product sales and revenues were unusually high due to timing.
Continue reading FuelCell Energy: Bring on the bottled lightning
Posted May 28th 2009 1:30PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Schlumberger Limited (SLB), Commodities, Oil, DJIA, Stocks to Buy
"Over the next five years the energy patch should offer some of the best investments around, and one standout is Schlumberger (NYSE: SLB)," says Stephen Leeb in The Complete Investor.
"Schlumberger, by a wide margin, is the best and most dominant. Its services range from well testing to pressure pumping to seismic testing, and it's No. 1 in virtually every area it occupies.
"Some of its operations, especially those that maintain the health of existing wells, are highly recession-resistant.
Continue reading Schlumberger (SLB): A 'standout' in oil services
Posted May 19th 2009 1:30PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: Newsletters, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy
"As the global economy rebounds late this year or next year, demand for energy will rise again, sending prices of crude and natural gas higher," says growth and income expert Bryan Perry.
In his top-notch The Cash Machine, he explains, "With energy assets cheap by historical standards right now, I want to increase our exposure to LINN Energy LLC (NASDAQ: LINE), a best-in-class inflation hedge."
"Founded in 2003, LINN is an independent oil and gas Master Limited Partnership (MLP) that completed its initial public offering (IPO) in January 2006.
Continue reading LINN Energy (LINN): 'Best in class' inflation hedge
Posted Apr 28th 2009 1:30PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy, Green Stocks, Obama Picks
"Zero greenhouse gas emissions, 90% average availability as a power source, minimal land requirements and competitive costs: those are just a few of the advantages of geothermal power," explains Roger Conrad.
In his leading-edge New World advisory, he looks at one favorite play on the sector: Ormat Technologies (NYSE: ORA), which operates a dozen geothermal plants worldwide.
"Geothermal's chief disadvantage is geographical limitations to large-scale applications. Geothermal plants are mainly economic in areas of subsurface or volcanic activity.
Continue reading Ormat (ORA): Investing in geothermal power
Posted Apr 27th 2009 12:20PM by Joseph Lazzaro
Filed under: Oil, Stocks to Buy

It goes without saying, that the oil/oil services sectors are preferred here. Look for oil to remain a major fuel for propulsion for at least three more decades, even with alternative energy source development. And with the aforementioned in mind,
Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:
OXY) is worth a review.
Occidental Petroleum engages in oil/gas exploration and also makes basic chemicals, plastics, and petrochemicals. The company has proved reserves of 3 billion barrels of oil equivalent in three regions: U.S./North America, Middle East, and Latin America.
Continue reading Choose Occidental Petroleum, because the reign of oil continues
Posted Apr 8th 2009 1:50PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: Newsletters, Canada, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy, Green Stocks
"The global oil and gas majors have been brutally wounded since energy prices peaked last July," observes resources expert Eric Roseman.
In his Commodity Trend Alert, he explains, "We believe it's safe to start accumulating these companies again. We're buying one of the largest and best-managed natural gas companies in the world – Encana (NYSE: ECA)."
The advisor notes, "Based in Calgary, Alberta, Encana is Canada's largest natural gas distribution company based on stock market capitalization and natural gas production.
"ECA produces approximately 4.4 billion cubic feet of gas equivalent per day. More than 80% is natural gas - the cleanest burning of all fossil fuels.
Continue reading Encana (ECA): Time to buy natural gas?
Posted Mar 31st 2009 12:30PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy
"We see smooth seas ahead for deepsea driller Oceaneering International (NYSE: OII)," says Richard Moroney.
The editor of the blue chip advisory, Dow Theory Forecasts, explains, "Most of the world's untapped oil reserves lie under the ocean floor, and oil producers are spending an increasing portion of their capital budgets on deepwater drilling."
"While oil prices don't directly affect Oceaneering International's profits and cash flows, they do move the stock. Oil prices fell by two-thirds in the second half of 2008, pushing Oceaneering shares under $20 for the first time since July 2005.
Continue reading Smooth seas for Oceaneering International (OII)
Posted Mar 24th 2009 1:30PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Exxon Mobil (XOM), Newsletters, Halliburton (HAL), Schlumberger Limited (SLB), Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy
"Many experts believe that oil prices are at unsustainably low prices now, and they expect a sharp rise in the commodity price as supply and demand come back into line again," says turnaround expert George Putnam.
In The Turnaround Letter, he suggests, "If oil does begin to rise again, the oilfield service stocks could rebound sharply." Here, he takes a look at large cap plays on a rebound within the oilfield services sector.
"We all know that oil prices have fallen dramatically from their highs in the summer of 2008. But different types of oil-related stocks have reacted quite differently to the price change in the underlying commodity.
"For example, while oil itself has dropped nearly 70% from its 12-month high, the stock of the largest integrated oil company, Exxon-Mobil (NYSE: XOM), is down only 26%, less than the stock market as a whole.
Continue reading Oilfield services: Four favorite turnarounds
Posted Mar 5th 2009 10:10AM by Jim Cramer
Filed under: Market matters, Consolidated Edison (ED), Duke Energy (DUK), Stocks to Buy, Cramer on BloggingStocks
TheStreet.com's Jim Cramer says that Dominion Resources saw a lot of the green movement coming and moved aggressively.
What do you do with a company that raises its dividend twice in two years by 11%, that has superior growth characteristics in its sector, enlightened management and a plan for executives to buy stock regularly?
Well, in this market, that's an easy question to answer: You sell it. That's what's been going on with Dominion Resources (NYSE: D) (Cramer's Take), the Richmond, Va.-based utility that yields more than 6%, but is bumping along its 52-week low like every other stock I follow.
Continue reading Cramer on BloggingStocks: Dominion's an Obama-resistant play
Posted Feb 24th 2009 2:50PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy
"One of the 'super five' integrated oil and gas companies, Royal Dutch Shell (NYSE: RDS.A) has a diversified portfolio of oil and gas assets around the globe," says international investing expert Nick Lanyi.
In High Yield International, he says, "As one of the more conservative plays on a falling dollar and a rebound in oil & gas prices, I am adding Royal Dutch Shell -- yielding of 5.8% -- to our 'Reliable Income' portfolio."
"The Amsterdam-based company's revenue is more gas-oriented than its other super-major peers; about 40% of production is natural gas.
"In addition, Shell is more focused on unconventional sources of oil and gas than most -- the company plans to derive more than 10% of its revenue from sources such as oil sands and liquefied natural gas by 2014. This coincides with Shell's long-standing reputation as an industry leader in technology and engineering.
Continue reading Royal Dutch Shell (RDS.A): Reliable returns from a 'super major'
Posted Feb 10th 2009 12:40PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: Newsletters, Stocks to Buy, Green Stocks, Obama Picks
"The Obama administration is poised to spend a lot of money on infrastructure; one important sector is the the nation's electric power grid and the communications system," notes growth stock advisor Dave Dyer.
In his Dave Dayer's Newsletter, he explains, "Some products will win big, others will get nothing, but one company will get more business regardless of which products win: Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), the leading electrical contractor in the country.
"Quanta's service business stands ready to expand with the infrastructure buildout no matter which products are selected.
"They do design, installation, maintenance, and repair on just about any type of network infrastructure (electric power, telecom, broadband cable, and gas pipelines.) Their moat against competitors is size. They are the largest in their field and that is in no danger of changing.
Continue reading Power play: Rebuilding the electric power grid
Posted Feb 10th 2009 10:20AM by Mark Fightmaster
Filed under: Earnings reports, Green Stocks
Weakness in the euro hurt Yingli Green Energy's (NYSE: YGE) earnings, but the company still managed to top analyst expectations. Quarterly income came in at 12 cents per share, down from 15 cents per share a year ago. Nevertheless, YGE's earnings were a nickel better than the consensus estimate. Adjusted earnings hit 15 cents per share. Quarterly revenue increased 21%, checking in at $258.1 million.
The solar firm continues to estimate 2009 shipments between 550 and 600 megawatts, with gross margins coming in between 22% and 24%. The estimated gross margin would be better than last year's margins of 21.6%.
The stock is higher on the open, allowing it to continue enjoying support from its 10-, 20-, and 50-day moving averages. In addition to this potential support, the shares are situated atop their 10-week moving average, which has bullishly crossed its 20-week counterpart. This technical formation often hints at a continued run higher. The stock may need this support, as it faces overhead resistance at the $7 level in the past -- and this level rests right in YGE's path higher.
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Posted Feb 6th 2009 2:15PM by Steven Halpern
Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Commodities, Oil, Stocks to Buy
"What's going on with Transocean (NYSE RIG), the owner of the world's biggest fleet of offshore drilling rigs?" asks Richard Moroney, a specialist in blue chip stocks.
In his Dow Theory Forecasts, he explains, "The shares plunged 67% - nearly $100 a share - in 2008, and we can't blame the usual suspects." Here, he explains why he continues to rate thes stock a "Focus List Buy" in his blue chip-focused advisory service.
"Poor operating performance? Wall Street expects 2008 per-share profits of $14.34, up 68%. Shaky future? Transocean is expected to grow per-share earnings 4% in 2009 and 10% annually over the next five years.
"Fundamentals eroding? Not at all. The balance sheet is sturdy and the backlog stout at $41 billion, or three times expected 2009 revenue. Rather, we see two chief contributors to Transocean's steep slide, and neither should jeopardize long-term prospects.
Continue reading Transocean (RIG): A platform for profits?
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