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
Mar 11, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Key Takeaways From This High-Yielder's Earnings
North Atlantic Drilling has a strong contract position that should allow it to weather any market difficulties in 2014. In addition, the growing demand for the company's rigs from areas such as Russia and Norway should allow it to secure contracts for the years following 2014.
Mar 5, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Statoil Shows Asian Growth Potential
Statoil's drill stem test on the Zafarani reservoir off the coast of Tanzania has greatly surpassed expectations. This shows that the deposit could produce a large amount of oil and help the company become a major supplier of natural gas to the rapidly growing Asian market.
Mar 4, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Total SA: Long Reserve Life Offers Dividend Safety
Total offers one of the highest dividend yields out of all the oil majors. This dividend is made secure by the company's substantial reserves, which ensure that it will be able to maintain its current production even if it has one bad year in discovering oil.
Mar 3, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Seadrill Partners LLC Shows off Its Growth
Seadrill Partners is one of the fastest-growing MLPs in the energy industry. The partnership just acquired a few new rigs that will likely lead to earnings and distribution growth going forward. The partnership offers a good way to get a high distribution yield protected against income taxes.
Feb 25, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Ensco Plc's Record Results Could Offer Buying Opportunity
Offshore drilling contractor Ensco trades 16.9% off its highs following an earnings report in which the company reported record profits. This is due to fears surrounding the industry which do not seem to apply in the company's case. Ensco should be able to grow its revenues in 2014 due to its strong contract situation.
Feb 20, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Currency Risk is Rearing its Head for Statoil Investors
The Norwegian kroner declined significantly against the U.S. dollar from the beginning of November to the end of January. This will have a negative effect on investors who are attempting to compare Statoil to American alternatives and for those who are depending on the company's dividend to derive income.
Feb 3, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
Is This the Best Way to Play Utah's Massive Oil Reserves?
The United States Geologic Survey says that the Uinta Basin in Utah may be one of the most resource-rich regions in the United States. Could this small E&P be a good way to profit off of the development of these resources?
Jan 29, 2014
by Daniel Gibbs
A Natural Resources Play to Hedge Your Heating Bill
The cold winter weather that has gripped much of the country has caused natural gas stockpiles to shrink and has driven prices up to levels not seen since 2011. Here's one way to help you deal with the high cost of heating your home this year.
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