Energy Market Follower Gifts

China and Russia form closer ties over a gas deal.

'Uh - oh... this looks like an unfriendly takeover!'

Got stuck in Iraqi oil, Unca Sam?

Libyan Crude Oil

'Actually, they're a hybrid. They are a blue-chip, common stock.'

'Just this once, but I want a piece of the action.'

Venezuela: 'He's got Castro's kicking style.'

What We're Fighting For

The euro currency is a bomb.

Saudi Arabian oil attacks increase price

"We just need more wiggle room."

Russian Gas Supply to Europe

'He's known for his pessimistic prognostications on the stock market.'

"...and I can assure you that our price increases will be more competitive than those of other providers."

Iranian Oil

Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Russia and Qatar agree to freeze oil production

"I don't have a set price. I charge what the market will bear."

Rest Rooms: Bulls and Bears

"Food prices up, gas prices about to soar - stocks down - house value down - what's next?"

Housing Market

'Requisition a bigger chart.'

Customer to broker: 'Before I invest with you, I have to check your credibility ... how many ulcers have you had?'

'Charles, I want you to meet Joel. You have lots in common. He also thinks he knows how to time the market.'

Oil price - 'Yeah, c'mon! Do us a favour and let it fly! The higher, the better!'

"Firewood from Russia. . . cheap. . ."

"I'm not superstitious, but the internet connection broke down and the computer crashed just when I wanted to buy technology stocks..."

Hyperinflation in Venezuela

"Let's wait and see where the gas price is going to be higher and then we'll sail there."

'Security, sir. Did you call on some deities?'

"Sorry, we need this money to save the housing industry..."

Your last chance to afford petrol.

'Did I mention, that the last owner kept snakes?'

Energy providers go bust

'The Dow is down? How about on the west coast?'

'I put gas in the car...How can we make ends meet when one of them is in Saudi Arabia?'