Thomas Niel

Thomas Niel

InvestorPlace Contributor

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

Wait Until the Dust Settles to Buy ACB Stock

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

But for the time being, the risks with ACB stock do not match up with the potential opportunity. With the company's heavy use of convertible debt, material downside risk remains. With the investor exodus just beginning, stay on the sidelines while the dust clears. ACB stock could be a screaming by at a fire sale price. But for now, Aurora Cannabis stock remains a long shot bet.

Despite Strong Earnings, It’s Tough to Justify Walmart Stock’s Valuation

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

There's no doubt that Walmart stock is fueled by a solid business. But WMT stock's current valuation isn't support by the fundamentals.

Should You Buy Nvidia Stock Ahead of Today’s Earnings? Not So Fast!

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors have beaten down NVDA stock. But shares are not yet a bargain. Wait until a better entry point, and make your Nvidia stock move.

Take Your Time With IBM Stock as it Digests its Behemoth Linux Maker Deal

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

In the event of additional bad news, IBM stock may be a screaming buy. If the Red Hat deal faces short-term headwinds, shares could trade at a fire sale price.

While Lyft Stock has Potential, Near-term Risks Outweigh the Upside

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

LYFT stock is highly speculative as ride-sharing remains a commodity business. With other growth opportunities out there, investors are better off avoiding LYFT stock.

Wait Until Earnings to Move on Alibaba Stock

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

With the upcoming earnings report, investors can better assess the long-term potential of Alibaba stock. With shares trading at a fair valuation, BABA stock is no bargain. High expectations continue to be priced into shares. But if the current headwinds continue, you may be able to enter a position at a better entry point.

Expect to Wait for General Electric Stock to Turn Around

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

For investors entering the stock today, do not expect things to turn around by next quarter. In fact, I would not be surprised if GE stock took another tumble. But for long-term investors looking to make a contrarian bet, GE is strong opportunity.

Will the 5G Revolution Bring Upside to Nokia Stock?

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

NOK stock could win big thanks to the 5G revolution. But with Nokia's poor track record, can investors expect upside? Here's what you need to consider.

This Earnings Disappointment Is Another Chance to Buy Amazon Stock

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

Does this make Amazon stock a buy? For growth investors playing the long game, AMZN is a solid opportunity. But if Amazon continues to favor long-term growth investments over short-term earnings beats, shares may see additional downside. This may not make AMZN a strong idea for short-term investors. But long-term holders could seize the opportunity to enter the stock at a more favorable entry point.

EA Stock Is Fairly Valued, but That Doesn’t Mean It Can’t Still Pop

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor

Does this make the stock a buy? In today's market, Electronic Arts stock is fairly valued. A market-wide correction would impact the stock's performance. But at the current trading price, investors can enter the stock at a fair valuation. Electronic Arts stock may be more of a buy if the stock dips again. But with the current growth catalysts in play, the company could see a nice boost in the near-term.

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