by Mark Julias We have seen a lot of action in the markets and global economy over the past month! Some traders and investors may think it’s time to step aside and take a breather until year-end. However, volatility and uncertainty bring opportunities. I think it’s time to consider buying a commodity that has been [...]

by Aaron Fennell This year’s hurricane season could prove to be an active one. There are some factors energy traders need to keep in mind regarding how the markets will react as any storms develop, and the differences in volatility between various products. Hurricanes often move through the Gulf of Mexico, which contains an extensive [...]

Gold and Natural Gas Corrective Moves by Carol Hurley Gold and natural gas are two commodities that have been making headlines recently—although they have been moving in different directions for different reasons. I think short-term corrective moves in both markets may be in order, and may have already begun. Gold Gold reached an 18-month high [...]

Natural gas has been one of the poorest performing commodities this year, trading at 7 1/2-year lows and disconnecting from crude oil, which has been on the rise this year. Finally the market has shown a sign of life.  Whether it’s profit-taking or the start of a new trend remains to be seen, but natural [...]