Western energy companies were quick to notice this shift.

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But when friends started to notice Donohoo was different, Nancy Donohoo was quick to explain to a group of 10-year-olds why.

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Downgrades tend to prompt a sell-off in the shares in question, which would make their advance notice tantalizing to traders looking to score a quick profit.

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