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Airgas (ARG) Stock Research Report
Airgas (ARG) distributes various gas products including nitrogen, oxygen, argon, helium, welding and fuel gases, carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and process chemicals through some 1,100 retail stores, plants, labs, and distribution centers. The company also offers welding equipment and safety products.
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USA Country & Currency Research Report ► (edit / improve) The United States (US) has a highly productive, capitalist economy and is the largest and most diverse market in the world. USA's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the US dollar (USD) has the potential to increase in value especially versus the Australian and Canadian dollar because of the significant potential of undervalued companies. USA's Value Investor Survey (short term investment): the economic environment is very favorable for long term economic growth due to high scores on economic freedom and economic diversity. USA's General Trading Partners: China, Japan, Mexico, and Canada are the top US trading partners, while the leading export and import are electrical machinery and vehicles, respectively. USA's Commodity Trading Partners: The US produces a significant amount of coal and wheat for use at home and as an export. However, the US consumes a larger amount of oil, which contributes to their trade deficit. SWOT Analysis of USA: The leading US strength is its entrepreneurial culture, while the main weakness is high health care cost. Energy independence has the opportunity to propel growth, while the major threat is the housing crisis, which will lower growth. USA's Currency Trading Strategy: An undervalued currency, high investment flow potential and favorable business environment lead to a positive outlook for US investments, which will also benefit from positive international actions. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Commodity Investment Impact
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.
