All Clear In Energy Services?

Here is the latest article of mine on Investopedia. I should note that there was a bit of a holdup in the editing process, so this may read as slightly dated. The basic themes in the piece are still very much relevant and timely, though, so I hope you find it interesting.

http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2010/All-Clear-In-Energy-Services-SLB-DO-ESV-HAL-WFT0428.aspx

The last few quarters have not been the easiest for energy services sector, as troubles in Mexico, lower activity in the Gulf, weather difficulties, and project delays have all led to lower demand and lower prices. Still, it was not as though the sector closed up shop, as many U.S. natural gas shale play are economical below the $4 natural gas price level.

On a more positive note, it looks like the operating conditions may be about to turn. The earnings and commentary we have seen from the past week was supportive, and should give fundamentally-inclined investors a bit more evidence that the turn in the business is real. 

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  http://stocks.investopedia.com/stock-analysis/2010/All-Clear-In-Energy-Services-SLB-DO-ESV-HAL-WFT0428.aspx