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Jan 19, 2012
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Art of the Deal

The energy sector was a hotbed for mergers and acquisitions in 2011. Exploration and production companies were involved in $105 billion worth of deals last year, while pipeline companies were targeted in $59 billion worth of transactions. With companies able to access capital at attractive rates, expect deal flow to remain strong in 2012. Here are The Energy Strategist's top takeover plays for the coming year.

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Energy Investing: Eagerly Awaiting the IPO of SandRidge Mississippian Trust II

At this early stage in the security registration process, SandRidge Mississippian Trust II’s (NYSE: SDR) tax advantages, exposure to oil prices and potential for distribution growth make the stock worthy of consideration. However, much of this depends on the price at which the trust debuts; no stock is a buy at any price.