Energy

Kilani — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 19:08:28 +0000

The energy sector is comprised of a spectrum of companies involved in the construction or provision of oil rigs, drilling equipment and other energy-related service and equipment, as well as companies engaged in the exploration, production, marketing, refining and/or transportation of oil and gas products.

In recent years, the cost of oil has steadily risen due to a number of factors:

According to the Energy Department, U.S. refineries are operating at just 89% capacity, the lowest utilization rate in about 15 years.
Auto sales are up as Chinese demand for both commercial and personal vehicles is surging.
Volatile geopolitical conditions in numerous oil-producing countries (such as Iran, Iraq, Venezuela and Nigeria) heighten the threat of supply disruptions.

As the cost of oil heads higher, so do the profits of many companies in the energy sector … which, in turn, boosts share prices. To learn how to benefit from this trend, click below.

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