Category Archives: Economic News

Oil Rises & Natural Gas Slides –

Posted on 22. August 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Oil prices almost touched $75 a barrel the other day and may continue to rise.  The expected decline in the dollar could contribute to future increases in oil prices.  The recovery in Europe may also weaken the dollar relative to … Continue reading →

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Oil Rises Again –

Posted on 20. June 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Oil prices continue to climb and moved past the $70 dollar mark last week.  The growing Asian economies are one of the reasons for the recent increase in prices.  However, the market seems to be adequately supplied with crude oil. … Continue reading →

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Chinese Natural Gas Demand To Increase –

Posted on 14. May 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Market demand for natural gas in China is expected to increase to 110 billion cubic meters by 2010.  Currently, China relies on imports for most of their natural gas requirements.  China is expected to increase domestic exploration in the near … Continue reading →

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Natural Gas Shortage –

Posted on 17. March 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Natural Gas production is slowing as 45% has been shut down since September.  The decrease in prices coupled with an economic slowdown are the main causes of the shut down.  This sets up a possible spike in prices in the second half … Continue reading →

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Financial Times –

Posted on 2. February 2009 by Jim Sutliff

The Financial Times is a great source of information for economic news.  The world news coverage is outstanding and currency related matters are addressed.  There are only a few newspapers with a strong circulation that incorporate geopolitical effects in their … Continue reading →

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Muni Bonds Slow –

Posted on 1. January 2009 by Jim Sutliff

Sales of Municipal bonds dipped in 2008 are expected to decline more in 2009.  This comes at a bad time for states who face a $42 billion dollar deficit.  States like California are expecting to have their bond ratings downgraded. … Continue reading →

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Dollar Falls –

Posted on 17. December 2008 by Jim Sutliff

The U.S. dollar fell to a 13 year low against the Yen and also slipped versus the Euro.  The Dollar is under pressure and the rate cuts will continue to weaken the currency.  Jim Rogers has recently stated that selling … Continue reading →

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Lower Cost Fuels –

Posted on 10. December 2008 by Jim Sutliff

In recent surveys, analysts have predicted that oil and natural gas will no longer be the lowest cost fuels.  The prediction asserts that renewable energy is on the horizon. To view a related article, please click here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081210/ap_on_bi_ge/finding_oil_costs Jim Sutliff

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Harvard Dumps Equity Shares –

Posted on 29. November 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Harvard, Columbia and Duke are beating down values as they try to dump their shares in private equity funds.  Harvard has one of the largest endowments at over $36 billion and their secondary sales may overwhelm the small market segment. … Continue reading →

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Downey Financial Seized –

Posted on 22. November 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Downey Financial has been seized as well as two smaller banks.  The FDIC brokered a deal that allowed U.S. Bancorp to acquire Downey. To view a related article, please click here: http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/newspid=20601087&sid=aAyVj8SZ7Y0I&refer=home James Sutliff

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Credit Scores –

Posted on 16. November 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Credit scores are more important than ever for personal loans.  The need for financing extends beyond the business community. To view a related article, please click here: http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/newspid=20601214&sid=aiqk5pwd36ts&refer=invest Jim Sutliff

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Obama Market Crash –

Posted on 5. November 2008 by Jim Sutliff

The markets posted the biggest post-election drop ever today.  It’s really more of an Obama centered crash than other economic factors.  The increased capital gains tax and other Obama proposals are likely to cause many to flee the market before … Continue reading →

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Crude Oil Up 10% –

Posted on 29. October 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Crude oil shot up almost 10% today as the central bank cut rates.  This is expected to have the effect of increasing demand for oil.  Opec is also expected to cut production at the next meeting. To view a related article, … Continue reading →

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Natural Gas: Ready For A Run –

Posted on 20. October 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Natural Gas prices declined slightly because investors have moved towards crude oil.  Opec has grabbed the attention of traders by indicating that a cut in production is likely at the next meeting.  Natural Gas should still show gains with winter … Continue reading →

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Crude Bounces –

Posted on 17. October 2008 by Jim Sutliff

Crude oil prices have been in free fall mode since the economic crisis has taken center stage.  This may end as OPEC is poised to cut production next week in an attempt to prop up prices. To view a related … Continue reading →

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