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Three Oil Stocks That Look Tempting Now

European debt worries, the rising dollar and falling oil prices are conspiring to knock down oil company shares. But this trio could be getting whacked harder than they deserve -- especially if you don't believe the dollar will keep climbing.

Oil Company Earnings Preview: A Gusher of Profits

The fact that British oil giant BP's profits soared 135% in the first quarter bodes well for the slate of oil companies announcing earnings this week. Thanks to the steady rise in the price of oil over the past year, results from the oil majors should not disappoint.