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Why WTI Crude Oil Prices Are Soaring Today

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - April 6, 2016

Another day, another country speaking out about the OPEC meeting.

WTI crude oil prices saw gains today after an OPEC country renewed hopes that there will be an output freeze at the upcoming meeting.

But there's a bigger reason why prices are up today - and why they'll keep moving higher in 2016...

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Why WTI Crude Oil Prices Are Soaring Today

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - April 6, 2016

Another day, another country speaking out about the OPEC meeting.

WTI crude oil prices saw gains today after an OPEC country renewed hopes that there will be an output freeze at the upcoming meeting.

But there's a bigger reason why prices are up today - and why they'll keep moving higher in 2016...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Having Its Best Month in a Year

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 28, 2016

Despite today's losses, the WTI crude oil price is on track for its biggest monthly gain since April 2015.

With crude oil prices finally seeing growth, now is the best time to invest in this oil stock.

But before we discuss this pick, here's the main reason why prices are having a record month...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Climbing Today – March 2016

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 21, 2016

The WTI crude oil price rallied higher today as investors remain hopeful ahead of next month's output freeze meeting.

But one OPEC country refuses to take part in next month's summit.

And according to Moors, this country now singlehandedly controls the future of oil prices...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Down Today – 3/14/16

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 14, 2016

Iran is OPEC's black sheep, and the WTI crude oil price isn't responding well to its revolt.

Prices fell after Iran stated it wouldn't join the effort to freeze production and raise prices.

But there are two consequences of this low price climate that will offer a number of long-term opportunities...

Why WTI Crude Oil Prices Are Down Today – 3/10/16

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 10, 2016

The world's largest oil producers are getting cold feet, and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices are feeling it.

Prices are falling on news that a meeting among OPEC and non-OPEC producers is unlikely to happen.

But that doesn't mean you can't profit from oil's 2016 turnaround...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Today Hit a 2016 High

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 7, 2016

After one of the most volatile starts to a year ever, the WTI crude oil price seems to have finally stabilized.

Oil prices today were bolstered by statements from the UAE energy minister and the declining U.S. rig count.

And there are three ways to profit from oil's long-term rebound in 2016...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Up Today – March 2016

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - March 1, 2016

The WTI crude oil price saw its second straight session of gains today after several producers announced production cuts across Oklahoma and Texas.

Today's gains mark the beginning of a sustained long-term rise in prices.

And there are four types of oil stocks that will offer nice returns in the meantime...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Up Today – February 2016

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - February 22, 2016

The WTI crude oil price hit a three-week high today thanks to a new IEA report and a declining rig count.

Despite today's gains, oil prices are actually much lower than they should be.

In fact, there's one factor manipulating the price by deflating it below the actual market value of oil...

Crude Oil Price Today Swings Violently on Output Freeze

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - February 16, 2016

The crude oil price today whipsawed after four oil leaders reached an agreement to freeze production.

The fluctuation in prices shows investors don't think the freeze will ease the supply glut.

But it won't have an effect on the energy sector's profit potential this year...

Why Crude Oil Prices Bounced 6.4% Today

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - February 12, 2016

Crude oil prices today rebounded from yesterday's 13-year lows following an announcement that OPEC is considering an output cut.

But there's one non-OPEC country that will have a huge influence on whether or not the cartel actually lowers output.

Here's what you need to know about oil prices today...

Oil Prices Are Tightly Correlated to Stocks – But for a Different Reason Than Before

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - February 1, 2016

Oil prices and the stock market are in lockstep right now.

The correlation between Brent crude oil prices and the S&P 500 is at its highest level since 1990.

And there's one reason why the two have been moving in tandem with one another lately...

Crude Oil Prices Today Fall 2.5% to Break Two-Day Streak

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - January 25, 2016

Crude oil prices today fell in the wake of the deadly East Coast blizzard over the weekend.

But don't let today's decline scare you away from the energy sector's profit potential.

That's because there are five other energy "bright spots" that offer strong investment opportunities in 2016...

WTI Crude Oil Falls Today Following Lifted Sanctions

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - January 18, 2016

WTI crude oil continued its month-long spiral today in response to the lifting of Iran's economic sanctions over the weekend.

Despite the ongoing oil "crunch," investors shouldn't run away from the energy sector just yet.

Here are some ways you can make money from today's oil price movement...

Why Is Crude Oil Down to $29.56 Today?

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - January 15, 2016

Crude oil prices plummeted below the critical $30 mark today as investors remain concerned over Iran's oil operations.

Today's monster sell-off comes ahead of a report from the IAEA on the state of Iran's nuclear program.

But there's one reason why Iranian oil won't hit the market anytime soon...

Why the WTI Crude Oil Price Is Up Today – January 2016

By Alex McGuire, Associate Editor, Money Morning • @AlexMcGuire92 - January 14, 2016

The WTI crude oil price today broke above $31 for the first time in two days thanks to a rally in Chinese markets.

China’s performance today gave investors hope that demand will keep growing for the largest oil buyer in the world.

Here’s what you need to know about today’s significant price movement…

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