Russia Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Russia (RUB) is a resource rich, centralized economy with a large land mass and population. Russia's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Russia’s currency is moderately overvalued. According to the investment flow analysis, the currency should fall, but the purchase price parity and interest rate parity predict a strengthening of the currency. Russia's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Russia’s economic environment is very unfavorable. Russia’s economic freedom, government transparency and SWOT analysis scores are very low. Russia's General Trading Partners: China, and Turkey are Russia’s top export partners, while the leading industry is energy. Russia's Commodity Trading Partners: Russia produces a significant amount of natural gas, coal, copper, uranium, palladium, and crude oil. Russia exports many energy products to European Union members. SWOT Analysis of Russia: The leading Russian strength is their oil and gas industry, while the main weakness is political risk. Proximity to energy hungry Europe has the opportunity to propel growth, while falling oil prices may lower growth. Russia's Currency Trading Strategy: An moderately overvalued currency, high investment flow potential, but unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Russian investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Natural Gas Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Natural gas is a significant fuel source used to produce electricity in the world. It primarily consists of methane gas. Natural Gas Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Natural is rated a hold. Natural gas demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while natural gas suppliers also have high potential in increase in value. Natural Gas Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Natural gas’s long term growth potential is favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand in the short term and sensitivity to price changes. Natural Gas SWOT Analysis: Strength: Natural gas is a cheap fuel source, especially in the US; Weakness: natural gas produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: natural gas could produce hydrogen fuel, which is a substitute for gas in cars; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete with natural gas. Natural Gas Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that natural gas should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means natural gas should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Russia has abundant amounts of natural gas and the EU has a growing dependence on Russia's supplies. This will give Russia additional political and economic bargaining powers as they seeks influence around the world.

European Union Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) The European Union (EUR) is a single market and currency group of countries, which creates one of the largest and most diverse markets in the world. European Union's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The EUR is fairly valued versus other major global currencies. They have a positive investment flow and negative purchase price parity. European Union's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to favorable scores on government transparency and SWOT opportunities. European Union's General Trading Partners: Belgium, Hungary, China, Saudi Arabia, Russia, China, Norway and Japan are the top trading partners. European Union's Commodity Trading Partners: The EU does not produce many commodities, but they import many energy-related commodities from Russia and the Middle East. SWOT Analysis of European Union: The leading EU strength is their single currency and internal market, while the main weaknesses include a declining birth rate, labor restrictions and language barriers. New energy proposals have the opportunity to propel growth; there were no major threats to report. European Union's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately-valued currency, high investment flow potential, but low purchase price potential and negative SWOT weaknesses lead to a slightly negative outlook for EU investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Russia's proximity to the European Union allows a significant amount of trade to go between the two.

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European Union Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) The European Union (EUR) is a single market and currency group of countries, which creates one of the largest and most diverse markets in the world. European Union's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): The EUR is fairly valued versus other major global currencies. They have a positive investment flow and negative purchase price parity. European Union's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is favorable for long term economic growth due to favorable scores on government transparency and SWOT opportunities. European Union's General Trading Partners: Belgium, Hungary, China, Saudi Arabia, Russia, China, Norway and Japan are the top trading partners. European Union's Commodity Trading Partners: The EU does not produce many commodities, but they import many energy-related commodities from Russia and the Middle East. SWOT Analysis of European Union: The leading EU strength is their single currency and internal market, while the main weaknesses include a declining birth rate, labor restrictions and language barriers. New energy proposals have the opportunity to propel growth; there were no major threats to report. European Union's Currency Trading Strategy: A moderately-valued currency, high investment flow potential, but low purchase price potential and negative SWOT weaknesses lead to a slightly negative outlook for EU investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

China Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) China (CNY) is a fast growing communist country with the largest population in the world. China's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): China’s currency is moderately undervalued. Purchase price parity shows that China’s currency is approximately 40% undervalued, however, the other three valuation approaches show that China is fairly valued. China's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): China’s economic environment is very unfavorable for long term economic growth due to the lack of economic freedom, government transparency, and the SWOT analysis. China's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, Pakistan, Norway, Singapore, Europe, the US are the top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial goods, usually for export. China's Commodity Trading Partners: China produces a significant amount of coal for use at home. The use of coal to provide energy leads to other health related problems. SWOT Analysis of China: The leading Chinese strength is their cheap labor, while the main weaknesses are political risk and corruption. Renewable energy has the opportunity to propel growth, while general pollution and an aging population could slow growth rates. China's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, average investment flow potential and an unfavorable business environment leads to a neutral outlook for Chinese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

Turkey Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Turkey (TRY) is going through reforms to increase economic productivity and reduce centralized government control of the economy. Turkey's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Turkey’s currency has the potential to increase due to strong investment flows and purchase price parity analysis. Turkey's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Turkey’s economic environment is neutral for long term economic growth per the investor survey results. Turkey's General Trading Partners: Saudi Arabia, Russia, the EU, Japan and Israel are the top export partners, while the leading industry is consumer staples. Turkey's Commodity Trading Partners: Turkey imports a significant amount of cotton and wool for use at home and as a textile export. SWOT Analysis of Turkey: The leading Turkish opportunity to propel growth is their tourism industry. Turkey's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a slightly positive outlook for Turkish investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Japan Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) Japan (JPY), the second largest economy in the world, has an industrial, export oriented economy that benefits from its relationship with the USA and proximity to China. Japan's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): Japan’s currency (the Yen) is overvalued according to investment flow potential, the purchase price parity, and the interest rate parity. Japan's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): Japan’s economic environment is moderately favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and government transparency, but low scores on the SWOT Analysis. Japan's General Trading Partners: Indonesia, China, Singapore, the EU, Korea, and the US are Japan’s top export partners, while the leading industry is industrial manufacturing. Japan's Commodity Trading Partners: Japan imports many products because of its lack of arable land and energy resources. SWOT Analysis of Japan: The leading Japanese strength is their education system, while the main weakness is a declining birth rate. A major Japanese threat is the continuation of zombie companies. Japan's Currency Trading Strategy: An overvalued currency, low investment flow potential and moderate business environment leads to a negative outlook for Japanese investments. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.

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Natural Gas Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Natural gas is a significant fuel source used to produce electricity in the world. It primarily consists of methane gas. Natural Gas Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Natural is rated a hold. Natural gas demanders have a high potential to increase in value, while natural gas suppliers also have high potential in increase in value. Natural Gas Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Natural gas’s long term growth potential is favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand in the short term and sensitivity to price changes. Natural Gas SWOT Analysis: Strength: Natural gas is a cheap fuel source, especially in the US; Weakness: natural gas produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: natural gas could produce hydrogen fuel, which is a substitute for gas in cars; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete with natural gas. Natural Gas Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that natural gas should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means natural gas should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Crude Oil Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Crude oil is used to produce fuel oil and gasoline. Gasoline is the largest supplier of fuel for internal combustion engines. Crude Oil Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Crude oil is rated a Sell. Crude oil demanders have a moderate potential to increase in value and crude oil suppliers have a very high potential to increase in value. Crude Oil Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Crude oil’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes, demand not sensitive to price changes, and the SWOT analysis. Crude Oil SWOT Analysis: Strength: Limited natural resource / supply; Weakness: Emits carbon dioxide. Opportunity to grow: the overall growth of vehicles will increase demand for crude oil; Threats to growth: environmental concerns could slow growth potential in the near term. Crude Oil Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that crude oil prices should decrease over the short term, whereas a very favorable investor survey means crude oil prices increase over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Uranium Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Uranium has two main uses: 1. as a military weapon used to penetrator armor; 2. as a power source used in nuclear plants. Uranium Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Uranium is rated a Hold, because there is not enough data to indicate the proper rating. Uranium suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Uranium Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Uranium’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and difficulty to expand in the short term. Uranium SWOT Analysis: Strength: Uranium is the main fuel for nuclear power plants, which are expected to grow over the long term; Weakness: nuclear waste is a negative effect of using uranium fuel. Uranium Trade Analysis: A very favorable investor survey means uranium should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Palladium Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Palladium has many unique characteristics such as a low melting point and density. Palladium is mostly used in jewelry and dentistry. Palladium Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Palladium is rated a buy, because demanders have lots of investing potential while suppliers have low potential to increase in value. Palladium Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Palladium’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores in the SWOT analysis. Palladium SWOT Analysis: Strength: Palladium has a limited supply and unique properties; Weakness: limited sources of supply can hurt growth of palladium if the price becomes too high. Opportunity to grow: jewelry growth and demand could increase the demand for palladium, while generally poor market conditions could lower growth. Palladium Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that palladium should increase in price over the short term, whereas a favorable investor survey means palladium may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Gold Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Gold is a widely used metal in the jewelry industry. Gold Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Gold is rated a Hold, because gold demanders and suppliers have a low potential to increase in value. Gold Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Gold’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand in the short term and many SWOT analysis strengths. Gold SWOT Analysis: Strength: Gold has a large, diverse growth market; Weakness: If the cost of gold is too high, then consumers might substitute other metals for gold. Opportunity to grow: gold acts as an inflation hedge investment. Threat: volatile prices may decrease the popularity of gold. Gold Trade Analysis: commodity analysis hold rating indicates that gold should stay the same price over the short term. A moderately favorable investor survey means gold may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Coal Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Coal is the largest source of fuel used to produce electricity in the world. Coal is also one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Coal Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Coal is rated a Buy. Coal demanders have a high potential to grow, while coal suppliers have low potential in increase. Coal Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Coal’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and low sources in short supply and substitute products. Coal SWOT Analysis: Strength: Coal is the largest source of energy worldwide; Weakness: coal produces considerable pollution. Opportunity to grow: coal’s widespread use could aid growth as the world economy grows; Threats to growth: alternative forms of clean energy may compete against coal. Coal Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coal should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coal may not increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Copper Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Copper is a widely used decorative and anti-bacterial compound. Copper is also a good conductor of heat and electricity. Copper Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Copper is rated a Sell. Both copper demanders and suppliers have potential to increase in value, but supply could outpace demand and drive the price of copper down. Copper Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Copper’s long term growth potential is very favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand short term supply, sensitivity to price changes and the SWOT analysis. Copper SWOT Analysis: Strength: Copper has a limited supply and a wide array of uses. Opportunity to grow: Copper’s self cleaning properties have the potential to increase growth in the future; Threats to growth: Copper’s diminishing supply could hurt growth as substitutes become more appealing. Copper Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis sell rating indicates that copper should decrease in price over the short term, whereas a very favorable investor survey means copper may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Propane Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Propane is derived from oil and natural gas and is used for engines, heating systems, grills… etc. Propane Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Propane is rated a Buy. Propane demanders and suppliers are expected to increase in value over the short term. Propane Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Propane’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes and SWOT strengths. Propane SWOT Analysis: Strength: Propane has a limited supply and is considered environmentally friendly. Opportunity to grow: Propane could replace other forms of fuel in small engines to reduce emissions; Threats to growth: carbon monoxide dangers can slow future growth of propane. Propane Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that coal should increase in price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means coal may may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

Platinum Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Platinum is a by-product of nickel and copper processing. It’s commonly used to make jewelry and as a catalyst for chemical reactions. Platinum Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Platinum is rated a buy, because the net difference between demand and supply indicates the excess demand will cause prices to increase. Platinum Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Platinum’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand short term supply. Platinum SWOT Analysis: Strength: Platinum has a limited supply; however, a weakness is platinum’s limited sources. Opportunity to grow: platinum’s ability to be recycled will aid in future growth; Threats to growth: generally poor economic conditions could limit platinum’s growth over the short term. Platinum Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis buy rating indicates that platinum should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means platinum may increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

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Cocoa Commodity Research & Analysis Report ► (edit / improve) Cocoa is the seed from which chocolate is made. Cocoa Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Cocoa is rated a Hold. Cocoa demanders have an average potential to increase in value. Unfortunately, there is not enough information to find the potential for cocoa suppliers. Cocoa Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Cocoa’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on sensitivity to price changes, short supply and substitute products. Cocoa SWOT Analysis: Strength: Cocoa has many uses, such as a moisturizer in cocoa butter; Weakness: cocoa has fluctuating farming cost that has increased over time. Opportunity to grow: the consumption of cocoa could increase as the world’s population increases; Threats to growth: global warming could hurt cocoa production in the future. Cocoa Trade Analysis: The commodity analysis hold rating indicates that cocoa should stay the same price over the short term, whereas a moderately favorable investor survey means cocoa should increase in price over the long term. For our entire list of commodities, see the Commodity Research & Analysis home page.

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Energy Industry Research & Analysis ► (edit / improve) The energy industry includes companies whose sales derive from the production and sale of energy related products and services such as the extraction, manufacturing, refining, and distribution of energy. Energy Value Investing Conclusion Based on WikiWealth's Wall Street analysis, this industry is a Buy, with strong potential for short term gains. The Main Street analysis says a Hold, with SWOT strengths great than weaknesses, but SWOT opportunities less than threats. Significant threats include the curtailment of energy use for environmental reasons. Energy Trade Hubs: Some of the main energy hubs include Saudi Arabia, Canada, Mexico, and Russia while the main energy commodities include coal, ethanol, gasoline, natural gas, crude oil, heating oil, palm oil, propane, and uranium. Energy Trading Strategy: Energy investments tend to be very sensitive to commodity prices. Speculation and market manipulation by governments affect the energy market, therefore, cautiously invest in companies with significant potential. Upward sloping stock charts and financial news may indicate a selling opportunity while the opposite means that stocks are becoming undervalued. For our entire list of industry research reports, including trends, statistics and ratios, click here: Industry Research & Analysis Home Page.

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