Thomas Niel

Thomas Niel

Expertise: Micro-Cap Stocks, Shareholder Activist Stocks, Value Stocks

Education: Bachelors in Accounting, CFA Program Participant (Completed Level I in 2017)

About Thomas:
Thomas Niel is an investment writer at InvestorPlace. With a professional background in accounting and financial analysis, his understanding of both words and figures pays dividends when writing clear, concise stock analysis.

A value investor at heart, Thomas looks at the fundamentals. Peer analysis and earnings multiples rarely tell the whole story. But, Thomas believes valuation metrics are a great starting point to separate the wheat from the chaff.

His work has appeared at several websites, including Seeking Alpha and TipRanks. Outside of investment research, Thomas provides inbound marketing content to the investment management industry.

You can follow Thomas on Twitter and check out his track record on TipRanks.

Recent Articles

While Nikola Stock Makes Tesla Look Like a Blue Chip, Don’t Go Short

Nikola stock? It's basically a publicly traded startup. But while looming insider selling could send shares lower, it's still too risky to short right now. So, what's the play?

As Coronavirus Cases Surge, MGM Stock Could Head Lower

As 'second wave' fears accelerate, MGM stock may head lower in the near-term. But cpnsider buying the shares on weakness.

The Easy Money Has Already Been Made With AMD Stock

Bottom line: if you bought at lower prices, it's time to cash out of AMD stock. If you haven't jumped in yet? Steer clear for now.

7 Utilities Stocks to Buy With Reassuring Dividends

As uncertainty continues, consider these lower risk, high-yielding dividend stocks strong buys, whether markets sell-off or head higher next.

Despite NASA Deal, Now Is Not the Time to Jump Into Virgin Galactic Stock

Yet, as cash burn continues, and with dilution risks on the table, the risk/return proposition may not be favorable at today's prices. With this in mind, this remains a "wait-and-see" situation. As I've said previously, wait for prices to retest the single-digits before entering a position.

Microsoft Is a Low-Risk Stock With Upside

Sure, valuation is not dirt cheap. But in terms of quality and low-risk, it may be worth the price. Even if markets continue to sell-off, consider adding Microsoft to your portfolio.

Don’t Buy United Airlines Stock Out of ‘FOMO’

So, what's the play? With plenty of time to enter a position, a “wait-and-see” approach may be the best way to play United Airlines stock. Wait to see if shares retest past lows. Or, if Wall Street's prior V-shaped forecast remains in motion. You may miss out on some of the gains. But you’ll minimize a lot of the risk.

Despite Second-Wave Fears, Buy JetBlue Stock on Weakness

Less tied to international travel, this airline, which also has low costs, is a much stronger comeback play. As shares pullback to single-digits, consider JBLU stock a high-risk, but high-potential buy.

If You Own American Airlines Stock, Sell It Now

Bottom line: if you own AAL stock now, sell while shares remain in the double-digits. Otherwise, steer clear for now.

Thinking of Buying Penn National Stock? Not So Fast!

Not so fast! PENN stock has more than priced-in its multiple catalysts. If you want to wager on a rebound, consider other casino stocks out there. But skip this one for now.