Daniel Gibbs
PowerHedge
Daniel is an independent research analyst whose focus is on tangible, income-producing assets. He primarily covers the energy sector for Fool.com.
Recent Articles by Daniel Gibbs
Apr 29, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
North Atlantic Drilling Ltd: Stable Cash Flows With Growth Potential
Shares of North Atlantic Drilling have been pummeled recently due to fears of an offshore drilling industry slowdown. However, there is no fundamental reason for fear as North Atlantic Drilling has its revenues guaranteed by contract.
Apr 28, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Key Takeaways From Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc Earnings
Diamond Offshore announced earnings results that challenge Wall Street's consistent assertion that the offshore industry is suffering. Meanwhile, the company does have some near-term issues that it needs to resolve; but if it succeeds investors could be well rewarded.
Apr 28, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Why Seadrill Ltd Is Unlikely to Be Affected by an Industry Downturn
Several Wall Street firms have downgraded various offshore drillers in recent weeks due to fears of an industry downturn. However, not all companies will see their revenues and cash flows affected by this, despite what analysts say. This may be presenting a buying opportunity while the blood is in the streets.
Apr 27, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Noble Corp's Near-Term Growth Prospects and High Dividend Yield Look Appealing
Offshore drilling giant Noble Corp. has suffered from a stock sell-off in recent weeks that makes its dividend look quite appealing. This, combined with the company's near-term growth prospects, makes the stock look appetizing at these levels.
Apr 22, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Vantage Drilling Company: Rapid Growth and New Rigs Could Offer Opportunity
Vantage Drilling is a very rapidly growing offshore drilling company that is being heavily weighed down by the markets due to perceptions about the risk of its debt. But, it may not be as bad as it appears, and that could offer the potential for high returns.
Apr 9, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
These 3 European Oil Companies Yield Over 4%
Dividend-paying stocks provide an excellent way to generate income from a stock portfolio. What better way of generating income is there than holding high-yielding stocks of large, stable companies that produce something that everybody needs every day?
Apr 8, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Pacific Drilling Looks Likely to Become a High-Yielding Stock
Offshore drilling contractor Pacific Drilling plans to initiate a dividend in 2015 that would make the company one of the highest yielders on the NYSE. The company can easily afford this dividend and will deliver very high growth even with it, proving that high dividend yields and growth are not mutually exclusive.
Apr 4, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Pacific Drilling May Be More Exposed to Industry Downtime Than the Market Thinks
Pacific Drilling's stock price has not been affected by the weakness in the offshore drilling industry at all. However, the company may be more exposed to the market weakness than Wall Street seems to think.
Apr 4, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
LINN Energy As A Way to Hedge The Rising Price of Gasoline
LINN Energy is a very high-yielding upstream MLP that may struggle to maintain its distribution this year. However, the risk of this is baked into the price at this level and so the company offers an excellent opportunity to get in and collect some money to help pay the rapidly increasing cost of gassing up your car.
Apr 2, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Others Are Fearful About Ensco Plc: You Should Be Greedy
Shares of offshore drilling contractor Ensco have taken a significant beating lately due to the turmoil in the offshore drilling industry. However, Ensco itself is unlikely to be affected by this turmoil. This may present an opportunity for a savvy investor to buy shares of this very high-yielding stock at a cheap price.
Mar 31, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Golar LNG Could Benefit From European Effort to Move Away From Russian Energy Dependence
Several politicians in Europe have proposed importing natural gas from North America to lessen their countries' dependence on Russian natural gas. Golar LNG is well-positioned to profit off of this as one of the biggest shippers of natural gas.
Mar 20, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
North Atlantic Drilling Is Protected Against the Drilling Downturn
Shares of offshore drilling contractors have sold off in the past few months due to concerns about market weakness. But, not all drillers are created equal, and some are unlikely to be affected by any short-term market weakness. This creates a buying opportunity for savvy investors.
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