Value of Oil Stocks

Nov. 18, 2009 1:49 AM ET
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Among the important sectors that run the economy, oil and gas sector comes first. A small increase in the price of oil and gas can also lead to the rise in prices of other commodities by manifolds. The demand for oil and gas is so high that it makes sense to invest in the sector.

Investment in oil and gas requires thorough research and expert guidance. The investment can be done by buying stocks of an oil company or by joining a mutual fund. The research finds out which oil and gas company stock to invest upon. In making this decision, the help of a financial advisor can be of great use.

The stock value can be deduced using the oil price earning ratio. This ratio is a great way of understanding whether the stock has value or not. If the ratio is coming out to be more than 20, then it indicates that the stock has a good value. The other thing to know is the difference between a trust unit and a common share. Many stocks are converted into trust units as they defer tax to the unit holders. Owing to this reason, many stocks have been converted into trust units.

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