The US is tightening sanctions on Iran and cracking down on its oil exports. But that’s not why the oil price has hit a new high, says John Stepek.
Here’s the real reason oil prices are soaring – it’s not all about Iran
We're on the cusp of a revolution in the energy industry. It's one that could redraw the energy map of the world, give humanity the ability to tap essentially unlimited power sources, and – if you make the right investments – make a fortune for investors.
In short, we're living through a change in the way the world produces and consumes energy. It is a transition that's well under way. And it's being driven by the convergence of several key technological trends that are showing no sign of abating.
While you wouldn't be alone in thinking that solar power was further away than ever, you could be wrong. Solar is on the brink of becoming the world's dominant energy source.
How EU rules caused a diesel stink
The diesel emissions scandal shows how the profit motive seems always to have overriden concerns over unhealthy emissions, says James Lewisohn.
By: James Lewisohn
Why “peak” arguments are always wrong
First we had “peak oil”, now electric cars will bring about “peak lithium”. But don’t worry, says John Stepek, “peak” arguments are always wrong. Here’s why.
By: John Stepek
Oil could be about to take off – but nobody seems to care
Oil is off most investors’ radar. But that could be a mistake, says Dominic Frisby. The price could be about to take off. Here’s how he intends to play it.
By: Dominic Frisby
Why oil-price rallies soon falter
Opec, the oil exporters’ cartel, has never been very good at sticking to deals to rein in output and prop up the oil price.
My oil trade has done well – so should we pull out now?
A while ago, Dominic Frisby suggested oil would be the best trade of the next five years. Today, he checks back in to see how it’s doing.
By: Dominic Frisby
Canada adds to oil gusher
Canada’s oil output is set to rise by 570,000 barrels per day in 2017 and 2018 combined.
Bet on a recovery in this oil giant
This Brazilian oil company has been quietly restoring the business to profitability, says Matthew Partridge.
