In this week’s issue of The Energy Letter we discussed the basics of oil refining and covered some of the important factors that influence a refiner’s profitability.To review, the profitability of a refinery can be predicted on the basis of the difference between the crude oil it… Read More

The refining industry’s almighty margin is determined by geography and equipment. Here’s what to look for in the winners. Read More

Bearish headlines abound, but the key energy commodity isn’t cooperating with the doomsayers. Read More

Renewable energy deserves a level playing field with fossil fuels. But if Congress permits solar and wind MLPs, investors will need to beware. Read More

Renewable energy deserves a level playing field with fossil fuels. But if Congress permits solar and wind MLPs, investors will need to beware. Read More

New pipelines in the heart of the North American continent have begun dissolving the region’s crude bottlenecks. We’re taking the opportunity to survey the nation’s biggest and safest pipeline operators.    As noted in the Jan. 9 issue of The Energy Strategist, this year we should… Read More

The best bets are the fastest-growing and most profitable producers. Their gains will pain suppliers of chemicals and biofuels Read More