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August 6, 2024 | Insights

A Brief Account of the Beginning of Gas Stations and Convenience Stores

North of Chouteau on Theresa Avenue in St. Louis: the birthplace of the gas station. In 1905, Harry Grenner and Clem Laessig opened the first drive-in filling station for motorists, consisting of a gravity-fed tank with what looked like a rudimentary garden hose attached to its base.1 When a customer drove in to refuel, an employee…

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January 5, 2023 | Insights

The Future of Downstream Energy

The Future of Downstream Energy in the US is marked with significant change and uncertainty. The future of downstream oil and gas in the United States is a topic of much debate and speculation. On one hand, the oil and gas industry has long been a major contributor to the U.S. economy, providing millions of…

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January 3, 2023 | Insights

Navigating 2023’s Private Equity Outlook

Tips for Navigating the Challenges of 2023’s Private Equity Market The outlook for private equity in 2023 is uncertain, as it is difficult to predict exactly how the market will evolve over the coming years. However, it is likely that private equity firms will face a more challenging environment in 2023, due to a number…

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