Are Crude Oil Markets Bullish Now?
The events of early 2026 have raised the debate over crude oil markets becoming more fundamentally bearish - or possibly bullish.2 pumpjacks at sunset by vadimrysev via iStock
Why Seasonal Futures Spreads Work: The Hidden Rhythms Inside Commodity Markets
This article explains why seasonal patterns persist in commodity markets and how futures spreads are designed to capture those recurring tendencies.Harvestor at work by Aleksandr Rybalko via Shutterstock
Crude Oil Settles Sharply Higher as Iranian Protests Escalate
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Friday closed up +1.36 (+2.35%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed up +0.0203 (+1.15%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied on Friday, posting 1-month highs. Rising tensions in Iran, the fourth-largest producer in OPEC, are supporting crude prices as pr
Nat-Gas Prices Sink on Warm US Weather Forecasts
February Nymex natural gas (NGG26 ) on Friday closed down -0.238 (-6.99%), Feb nat-gas prices added to this week's sell-off on Friday, dropping to a 2.5-month nearest-futures low. Forecasts of warmer US weather that will reduce nat-gas heating demand and allow storage levels to rebuild are undercut
Is Venezuela about Crude Oil, or Yield Curve Control and Affordability?
On the surface, the US economy appears robust. The employment rate is below 5%, the stock market is near all-time highs, and home prices have doubled in the last decade.2 pumpjacks at sunset by vadimrysev via iStock
Crude Rallies as Iranian Protests Escalate
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) today is up +1.79 (+3.10%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) is up +0.0352 (+2.00%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are up sharply today, posting 1-month highs. Rising tensions in Iran, the fourth-largest producer in OPEC, are supporting crude prices as protests ag
Is White-Hot Oklo Stock a Buy Following New Meta Energy Deal?
Oklo's partnership with Meta on nuclear energy highlights its promising role in powering AI's future, with strong stock gains, speculative valuation, and analyst support making it an attractive buy for 2026.Nuclear Power Plant by Montypeter via Shuttershock
Fueling the Nuclear Boom: Here's Why You Should Buy Cameco Today
Cameco's stellar 2025 performance in a resurgent nuclear sector is being driven by AI-fueled demand and favorable market conditions that position the stock for continued gains.Top of Cooling Towers by Gui Jun Peng via Shuttershock
What is the Big Picture for Markets Heading Into Friday's Session?
Setting aside the coming data dumps and sparkly diversions, market macros across sectors should continue to be main topic.Rainforest of Amazon in South America from the space view by Crazy Owl Productions via Shutterstock
Crude Sharply Higher on Energy Demand Strength and Index Buying of Oil Futures
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Thursday closed up +1.77 (+3.16%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed up +0.0658 (+3.88%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Thursday, with gasoline posting a 1.5-week high. Crude prices rose as Thursday's better-than-expected US economic n
Nat-Gas Prices Fall on the Outlook for Above-Average US Temps
February Nymex natural gas (NGG26 ) on Thursday closed down -0.118 (-3.35%), Feb nat-gas prices tumbled on Thursday amid the outlook for far warmer-than-normal US temperatures, which is expected to curb heating demand for nat-gas. Forecaster WSI said Thursday that near-term forecasts show broad swa
Crude Rallies on Stronger Energy Demand and Index Buying of Crude Futures
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) today is up +0.99 (+1.77%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) is up +0.0435 (+2.57%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply higher after today's better-than-expected US economic news shows strength in energy demand. Also, the upcoming annual rebalancing of comm
The 3 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy for 2026
Vistra and two other nuclear energy stocks remain top investments in 2026 as the world shifts towards clean energy sources.Cooling Towers at Night by Urciser via Shuttershock
Should You Buy the Dip in First Solar Stock?
First Solar stock sinks as Jefferies downgrade it to “hold”. Here’s why the investment firm cautions against owning FSLR shares at current levels.Solar panels in nature sunny by Mrganso via Pixabay
This AI Data Center Power Stock is About to Break Out. Spot the Trade as It Unfolds With This Chart Signal.
Our top chart expert explains the TTM Squeeze setting up on Vistra’s chart, and what traders should be watching now.Desktop and Mobile Trading by rawf8 via Shutterstock
Thursday Morning's Markets and Things That Start with "T"
The various aspects of global trade dominated early morning market discussion Thursday, while the Grains sector stayed asleep.Cargo port by cegoh via Pixabay
This Nuclear Energy Stock Stole the Show in 2025. Should You Keep Buying It for 2026?
Oklo was the top-performing utility stock, but the company remains still in the early stages of its commercialization plan.At Dusk Thermal Power by hrui via Shuttershock
Crude Prices Tumble on Signs of Robust Global Oil Supplies
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Wednesday closed down -1.14 (-2.00%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed down -0.061 (-0.36%). Crude oil and gasoline prices sold off on Wednesday, with crude falling to a 2-week low. Crude prices tumbled on Wednesday after the US lifted some sanctions on.
Nat-Gas Prices Surge as US Weather Forecasts Turn Colder
February Nymex natural gas (NGG26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.175 (+5.22%), Feb nat-gas prices surged on Wednesday and settled sharply higher as longer-term US weather forecasts turned colder, potentially boosting heating demand and sparking short covering in nat-gas futures. The Commodity Weather
Venezuela Just Thrust Oil Stocks Into the Spotlight. Does That Make BP a Buy Here?
BP is a blue-chip energy stock that offers you a dividend yield of almost 6% in 2026 and could gain traction in Venezuela.2 pumpjacks at sunset by vadimrysev via iStock