Tag: russia
Russia dumps the dollar, commodities surge
Published on June 10, 2009
The figures are in and America’s trade deficit is soaring, even in the face of a nasty recession. The news is making Russia and China even more nervous than before. It has created a fantastic opportunity for commodity traders.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): It appears to be the world’s quietest emergency. The backbone [...]
Options Investing: Will you be ready when they push the button
Published on May 27, 2009
The situation in Asia is heating up. Russia warns of a nuclear battle and North Korean enemies duck for cover. The situation is bound to create intense volatility, that means smart options traders are about to make a slew of money.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): As I have said countless times on these [...]
Politics worth crying about
Published on March 16, 2009
The world of politics is rich with entertainment these days. The financial markets hate politicians, but when the world’s leaders get this active, it is impossible not to track their action.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): It is business as usual in the world of politics. There are three topics worth laughing at, worrying about [...]
Gas wars re-ignite in Ukraine!
Published on March 4, 2009
A new twist to the Russian-Ukraininan energy war pushes up Hot Stock Confidential picks BMB Munai Inc. (AMEX:KAZ), Toreador Resources Corporation (NASDAQ:TRGL), and Total (NYSE:TOT)!
by J. Christoph Amberger
Baltimore—TFN: Back in November 2008, I went on record predicting an energy stand-off between Russia and Ukraine that would pitch Europe into a deep freeze. [...]
Energy Crisis: This stock market is ready for a giant crash!
Published on January 14, 2009
The Russian gas crisis is about to take a turn for the worse..
The Russia-Ukraine Gas Gambit: An Inside Analysis
Published on January 13, 2009
A Russified Ukraine would make it possible for Russia to project power outward, and to become a major regional — and potentially global — player… the current natural gas dispute is key to that ambition!
by Peter Zeihan, Stratfor
Baltimore—TFN: At the time of this writing, the natural gas crisis in Europe is entering its 13th day.
While the topic has [...]
Gazprom accuses Ukraine of blackmail: Get ready for the hot phase in this energy dispute!
Published on December 31, 2008
Gazprom today claimed that Ukraine has threatened to seize Russian gas transported through Ukrainian pipelines to Europe.
**** UPDATE Jan 1, 2009: Gazprom makes its move!
by J. Christoph Amberger
Baltimore — (TFN): Did you think that the energy dispute between Russia’s natural gas monopoly Gazprom and Ukraine was over? Not so: Gazprom today claimed that Ukraine has [...]
Mid-East fighting leads to trading opportunities
Published on December 29, 2008
Political tension and hostility are high across the globe. While the situation may be scary, it has created plenty of trading opportunities. The energy industry is especially ripe for savvy investors.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): All eyes are on the oil futures market today. As governments and industries across the globe adjust for [...]
Bernanke steals OPEC’s power
Published on December 17, 2008
OPEC is meeting to discuss a major production cut. It’s goal is to boost prices back to the $75 level it deems fair. What it does not realize is the Federal Reserve has much more power than the cartel could ever dream of. Prices may rise, but it will not be because of an OPEC [...]
The trouble keeps adding up for Russia
Published on December 8, 2008
Russia is getting itself in more and more trouble every day. Earlier today, Standard and Poor’s decision to cut the country’s debt rating poured salt on soar wounds. The situation looks to get worse long before it gets better.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): For Russia lately, when it rains it pours. Not only have [...]
A dire trip around the world
Published on December 5, 2008
The economic situation across the world is far from pretty. Almost everywhere we look, trouble is brewing and citizens are getting poor. It is no wonder that America, in the face of its worst crisis in decades, remains one of the safest investments.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): I know that it is starting to [...]
Russian war games: Take advantage of growing hostility
Published on November 25, 2008
Russia is making bold steps. Its leaders are traveling across the globe in an effort to gain support and unify America’s enemies. Investors have a rare, but proven, opportunity to take advantage of the situation.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): Russia is doing all it can to spit in America’s eye. First, it sells [...]
Oil and Russia: Check out the Market Vectors Russian ETF (RSX)
Published on November 20, 2008
Energy prices are plunging. Some of us love to see the decline. But countries like Russia and everybody in the OPEC cartel are counting pennies that were once dollars.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): I hate it when my day gets off to a rough start. One early-morning hitch tends to set off an [...]
Cold War II? Prepare for the Coming Energy Stand-off
Published on November 17, 2008
Forecast for 2009: Prepare for themost dangerous military stand-off since the end of the Cold War! By February 20, 2009, the world will be rocked as Russian special forces, wearing Gazprom (OTC:OGZPY) security uniforms, will invade Ukraine to protect the natural gas pipeline into Europe. Russian stocks will plummet as skittish investors flee Moscow for good. But three companies stand to make a mint.
Forecast for 2009: Prepare for the most dangerous military stand-off since the end of the Cold War!
Published on November 14, 2008
By February 20, 2009, the world will be rocked as Russian special forces, wearing Gazprom (OTC:OGZPY) security uniforms, will invade Ukraine to protect the natural gas pipeline into Europe. Russian stocks will plummet as skittish investors flee Moscow for good. But three companies stand to make a mint.
Russia’s financial desperation will lead to trouble
Published on November 12, 2008
Russia is going broke and is desperate for power. Its oil is worth almost a third of what it once was and its budget is suffering dramatic blows. Smart investors can make money off the country’s offensive ploys to get back on track.
By Andrew Snyder, TodaysFinancialNews.com
Baltimore – (TFN): If you think the situation is bleak [...]
Obama Presidency: Investors flee overseas
Published on November 5, 2008
Savvy investors are spreading their wealth overseas. While the headlines paint a dire picture across the globe, there are some real pockets of incredible profit potential. Make wise international investments and you could be counting your profits before the new administration is even in office.
By Andrew Snyder
Baltimore – (TFN): It is no surprise to see [...]
Recession Investing: Severstal (SVJTF) is crazy
Published on October 9, 2008
Russia’s largest steelmaker, Severstal (SVJTF) is planning a major Asian expansion at the worst of all possible times. But with the Russian economy in shambles and demand for commodities collapsing, the company can’t be serious.
by Stephanie Grimmett
Baltimore — (TFN): When in doubt, ignore the commodities crash and push your expansion through with sheer willpower. [...]
E.On (EONGY) grabs Gazprom’s (OGZPY) gas field
Published on October 6, 2008
Gazprom (OGZPY) just sold nearly a quarter of the Yuzhno Russkoye natural gas field to Germany’s E.On (EONGY). And what did Gazprom get back for this sacrifice? It’s own stock. How did Germany’s largest utility company manage to buy into one of the world’s largest gas fields using nothing but Gazprom stock?
by Stephanie [...]
Why the BRICs are crashing together
Published on October 3, 2008
The BRIC countries are all in trouble. But why are four very different economies (in Brazil, Russia, India and China) reacting to the current market in the same way? Andrew Gordon has the answer.
by Andrew Gordon, Investor’s Daily Edge
Baltimore — (TFN): BRIC (Brazil-Russia-India-China) countries make a funny group.
It’s not easy [...]
Follow TFN via RSS or Twitter |
 |
 |
 |
Advertisement
Latest Headlines
- The Big Picture for Sinobiopharma, Inc. (SNBP)
- Beazer Homes USA, Inc. (BZH) and Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) up despite horrid housing news
- The FDA catalyst: 2010 moves in MannKind (MNKD), Roche Holding (RHHBY), Acorda Therapeutics (ACOR) show it still works!
- Steepest drop since Feb. 2009: Here we go again!
- Is the silver run over? Coeur d’Alene Mines (CDE), Silver Wheaton (SLW), Alto Group (ALTO), Hecla Mining (HL), Endeavour Silver (EXK) close down