Maximizing the benefits of financial swaps
After being in a downtrend since January 2014, propane prices could be at the beginning of a long-term uptrend. It... read more
Increased exports a game changer for propane prices
In recent issues of Trader’s Corner, we’ve focused on the hefty draw on U.S. propane inventory. Since the beginning of... read more
In the Know: Finding and retaining good employees
In the Know is a monthly partnership between LP Gas magazine and Propane Resources. Our focus this month is on employees, addressed by consultant... read more
Sharp fall in US and Gulf Coast propane inventory
In recent weeks, we’ve monitored the sharp decline in U.S. propane inventory. On Feb. 18, the Energy Information Administration (EIA)... read more
Surging propane-to-crude values, inventory dynamics increase upside price risk
In last week’s Trader’s Corner, we looked at the sharp two-week fall in U.S. propane inventory. For the week ending... read more
It’s not just about the labeling
Over the last few weeks, articles have been published clarifying the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) container labeling regulation.... read more
Big draws on propane inventory a warning to retailers
From Jan. 15 through Jan. 29, U.S. propane inventories fell 11.857 million barrels. On average over the last five... read more
Sorting out uncommitted employees
In a bacon and egg breakfast, the chicken is involved, but the pig is committed. Is there a player on... read more
When will crude prices swing upward?
It is highly probable that the crude pricing pendulum has finally reached the point of equilibrium and is ready to... read more
Propane retailers weather fluke onslaughts of snow from Winter Storm Jonas
With more than 80 million people in its path last weekend, from the Gulf Coast to New England, Winter Storm... read more
