another positive: it was reported this AM (sorry don't have the link) that graphite prices are on the rise due to China production pullback and demand going up .... Graphite is the new gold, most people just don't know it yet. Here is an excerpt from the energy report:http://www.theenergyreport.com/pub/na/steve-palmer-buys-the-summer-sleepers

The markets for graphite are growing tremendously. One of the major areas of growth in graphite demand is for use in batteries, and the electric car is experiencing an upsurge of growth. Tesla Motors Inc. (TSLA:NASDAQ) is very popular. Elon Musk has made a lot of comments about ramping up production and starting a massive lithium battery plant to facilitate his enterprise. That will clearly increase the demand for graphite.

Doesn't matter what company they are pumping, the message is loud and clear .... Hop