WHIT Whittier Energy Corp (MM)

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- C. K. Cooper & Company released its Semi-Annual Industry Report, "In the Crosshairs" discussing smaller exploration and production companies and the current trends and outlook for oil and natural gas prices. Philip J. McPherson, Director of Research commented, "We believe in 2007 energy investors need to take a closer look at issuers before pulling the trigger on potential investments. In the first half of 2007 we should see a softening in natural gas prices as winter subsides. Further out, we believe the demand/supply equation for natural gas is going to tighten, which should vault the price for natural gas higher in 2008." Within this report C. K. Cooper & Company has updated six issues separate reports. These reports are as follows: Issue Rating Arena Resources Inc. (NYSE:ARD) BUY TransMeridian Exploration Inc. (AMEX:TMY) BUY The Exploration Company (NASDAQ:TXCO) BUY Toreador Resources Corp. (NASDAQ:TRGL) BUY Canadian Superior Energy Inc. (AMEX:SNG) BUY Whittier Energy Corp. (NASDAQ:WHIT) DROP COVERAGE C. K. Cooper & Company C. K. Cooper & Company is an independent, full-service investment bank headquartered in Irvine, California. The Company is focused on providing superior and pioneering research coverage to its clients; innovative investment banking solutions supported by sales and trading services; and portfolio advisory and management services for private clients. Additional information on the securities mentioned in this report is available upon request. This report is based on data obtained from a source we believe to be reliable, but is not guaranteed as to accuracy and does not purport to be complete. Because of individual client objectives, this report should not be construed as advice designed to meet the particular investment needs of any investor. Any opinions expressed herein are subject to change. This report is not to be construed as an offer or the solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities herein mentioned. From time to time, this firm, its affiliated entities and/or their respective directors, officers, employees or members of their immediate families may have long or short positions in the securities mentioned in this report. These securities may be sold to or purchased from customers or otherwise by this firm, its affiliated entities, and/or its directors, officers, employees or members of their immediate families, as principle or agent. C. K. Cooper & Company is a member of the National Association of Securities Dealers, CRD number 106578. DATASOURCE: C. K. Cooper & Company CONTACT: C. K. Cooper & Company, +1-949-477-9300, or fax, +1-949-477-9211,

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