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By Jonathan Yates |
June 27, 2012
As crude oil prices fall far below $100 a barrel, the trend is affecting the most oil-dependent economies in the world. You see, whether we're talking about a country or a company, having a "competitive advantage" is one of the most important principles.
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By Ben Traynor |
March 20, 2012
Gold bullion prices fell to $1,643 per ounce Tuesday lunchtime in London – 1.0% down on the week so far – as stocks and commodities also fell and US Treasury bonds gained.
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By Frank Holmes |
January 5, 2012
In 2011, oil was one of the top performing commodities among those we track, with Brent rising more than 13%. Geopolitical risk and unexpected non-OPEC supply losses caused oil to rise significantly.
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By Frank Holmes |
November 14, 2011
Oil prices rose about 5% last week to finish only a dollar short of regaining triple-digit status. Since dipping below $80 per barrel on Oct. 3, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices have increased almost 28%.
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By Frank Holmes |
March 24, 2011
Oil transport is specifically susceptible to piracy because about one-half of total production is moved by tankers on fixed maritime routes. The piracy surcharge tacks on $800,000 to a 2 million barrel supertanker's total shipping cost.
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By Oilprice.com |
May 31, 2010
The Baltic Dry Index has rocketed higher.