Spreading the blame for oil’s freefall
Breakfast with Benjamin: The price freefall is getting uglier, and OPEC isn't the only culprit. Don't overlook the U.S. impact.
- The oil price free fall is getting uglier and OPEC isn’t the only culprit. Don’t overlook the impact of the strong U.S. dollar, and the determination of U.S. production efforts. The ‘drop dead price’ is $25 to $30 a barrel.
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- Somebody took the time to put together a pretty cool list of gift ideas for those whacky secret Santa office gift swaps, so the least I can do is bring it to your attention just in case you get my name. Who wouldn’t love a TSA-friendly skincare kit, whiskey stones or a scented candle?
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