Stock index futures are gaining steam in early trade, with March E-mini S&P 500 futures last up 20.00 at 709.50. The rally was ignited by hopes that positive manufacturing data out of China and talk of a new stimulus plan were signs the global power would help fuel a recovery in other nations. Lind Plus [...]

This week’s Barron’s cover features the headline “Buy Oil” and inside feature article titled “Big Oil’s a Buy.” While the author gives various stock picks in the oil industry for investors to consider, futures are a purer price play. You can speculate on the price of oil by buying or selling crude oil futures with [...]

Bullish Crude Oil Strategy for 2009 by Phil Streible Crude oil has tumbled more than 70 percent off its record high above $147 a barrel in July, sliding below $40 in the final days of 2008. While this bearishness may persist in the short-term, I expect a rebound to $60 – $80 by the fourth-quarter [...]

A recent survey of 33 analysts conducted by Bloomberg revealed that crude oil is seen averaging $60 a barrel in 2009, up from just under $40 currently. OPEC’s pledge of a 14 percent supply cut is seen crimping inventories, and the U.S. economy is also seen improving by year-end. Crude oil futures averaged $100 in [...]

Natural Gas Outlook and Strategies By Matt Krupski Natural gas prices have seen a sharp correction in the past few months amid a slowdown in the economy. However, natural gas is influenced by seasonal fluctuations, and winter tends to see a boost in demand for heating. Let’s take a look at where storage levels at [...]