Investing in oil, gas and energy

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Investors can bet directly on the price of oil and natural gas, via spreadbetting or exchange-traded funds, while concerns about the environment have led to a developing market in carbon trading.

Recent articles (3)

Oil fundamentals point to further falls

(17 May 12)

Plentiful supply and weakening demand have seen oil prices slide from their 2012 highs.

The return of old King Coal

(10 May 12)

The world is turning against nuclear, so where can it go for its energy needs? The only real answer is coal, says James McKeigue.

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The mining supercycle is over: here’s what that means for your money

(10 May 12)

With China's economy slowing, the decade-long commodity boom is coming to an end. John Stepek explains how to play it.

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