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Inergy (NRGY) Stock Research Report
Inergy, L.P., with its subsidiaries, sells, distributes, stores, processes, and fractions propane, natural gas, and natural gas liquids throughout the US and Canada to a wide range of customers: from residential to industrial and agricultural. It is also a wholesale supplier, marketer, and distributor. Inergy provides services and distribution in 40 states, in addition to selling and leasing propane supplies and equipment. As of October 31, 2008, Inergy had approximately 700,000 retail customers in 28 states in the central and eastern US. The company also maintains 313 customer service centers. Its midstream operations includes a large procession, storage, and transportation facility in Bakersfield california.
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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.
Canada Country & Currency Analysis Research Report ► (edit / improve) Canada (CAD) has a capitalist, service-based, economy and is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. The services and materials industry are the two main employers. Canada's Fundamental Currency Analysis (short term investment): the Canadian dollar has the potential to decrease in value especially if export markets for materials do not perform well. Canada'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 SWOT strengths. Canada's General Trading Partners: China, UK, Japan, Mexico and the US are Canada’s top trading partners, while the leading exports are energy and materials. Canada's Commodity Trading Partners: Canada has the capacity to produce a significant amount of crude oil. Other commodities include Uranium, lumber, zinc, and nickel. SWOT Analysis of Canada: The Leading Canadian strengths include Canada’s free trade policy, oil reserves, and universal health system. Canada's Currency Trading Strategy: An overvalued currency and low investment flow potential are negatives, while the favorable business environment is a significant positive. Canada’s potential is neutral. For our entire list of country & currency analysis, see the Country & Currency Analysis home page.
Commodity Investment Analysis
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.
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.
