Why U.S. Gas Prices Rise Despite “Energy Independence”

Why U.S. Gas Prices Rise Despite “Energy Independence” Average U.S. gasoline prices are back above $4 per gallon, and few people are happy about it—except perhaps the oil industry. The reality is that U.S. energy independence does not guarantee low domestic fuel prices. As the world’s largest oil producer, the United States can protect itself […]
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A Cross to Bear | October 15, 2022

A Cross to Bear Investors have navigated a difficult market all year and the third quarter was no exception. All major indices ended the quarter in bear market territory with the S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq declining 5.3%, 6.7%, and 4.1%, respectively, from July to September. With the dollar strengthening and the global economy slowing, […]
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Is Energy Inflation Tamed? | September 10, 2022

Is Energy Inflation Tamed? Spot WTI crude prices are down about 29% from the Ukraine Invasion peak back in March. Retail gasoline prices have come down about 25% from the peak earlier this year and diesel prices are down almost 13% from the peak. Those are all very meaningful declines, but all three are still […]
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