Calls for energy independence may increase spending to achieve this goal, which will increase revenue and opportunities throughout the energy segment. Current energy situation may increase the need for an energy overhaul in the near future. Political action is increasing the need to increase the amount of clean - and total amount - of energy produced in the US.

No matter who becomes president, there will be massive money and effort to become energy independent over the next several years. Global warming and other matters will create a need for diverse and clean advanced technologies.

Specific Company Comments

GE: The demand for new and more efficient energy infrastructure will drive demand for GE as energy prices continue to hurt business in the short term. New, larger, and more technologically sophisticated energy machinery will cater to GE's historically advantages.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._energy_independence

… "Energy Independence" will have a long-term positive impact on the this entity, which adds to its value.