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Why Low Gas Prices May Have Hurt Us

Gas PumpHave you been Celebrating the low fuel costs by going on longer drives or maybe driving to your destination rather than fly? Today’s article explains why this year just wasn’t that great. Here’s what they had to say, “As the average gallon of gas has dropped to $2.01, compared to $2.55 a year ago, energy companies find themselves in bad shape. Of the 10 main sectors that comprise the S&P 500 Index, energy stocks declined the most — more than 23%. Overall equities have basically flat-lined this year, according to S&P Capital IQ, but would have gained 2.4% without energy.” To read more, CLICK HERE.