OB:SALM
OB:SALMFood

Assessing SalMar's (OB:SALM) Valuation Following Strong Share Price Momentum

SalMar (OB:SALM) has been drawing investor interest lately because of its strong performance over the past three months and a healthy year-to-date return. The company's recent gains underscore continued momentum in the seafood sector. See our latest analysis for SalMar. After a rapid 23% share price return over the past 90 days, SalMar is showing clear signs of building momentum. Even when you zoom out, the company’s one-year total shareholder return sits at an impressive 11%, reflecting...
OB:ODL
OB:ODLEnergy Services

Odfjell Drilling (OB:ODL): Assessing Valuation After Recent Share Price Movements

Odfjell Drilling (OB:ODL) shares have seen mild movement lately, with the stock posting a 1% gain in the past day but a slight dip over the past week. Investors might be taking stock of recent performance as they consider potential drivers for the next move. See our latest analysis for Odfjell Drilling. After a solid run so far in 2024, Odfjell Drilling’s momentum is still in play, with the shares gaining over 45% year-to-date and an impressive 67.8% total shareholder return over the past...
OB:EQNR
OB:EQNROil and Gas

Equinor (OB:EQNR): Does the Current Share Price Reveal Hidden Value?

Equinor (OB:EQNR) has seen its stock price shift marginally over the past month, drawing investor attention to underlying performance trends. With year-to-date shares slightly down, many are watching for cues on what could move the stock next. See our latest analysis for Equinor. Despite some choppiness in the share price so far this year, Equinor’s recent price return of -12.1% year-to-date contrasts with its five-year total shareholder return of 162.4%. This shows the long-term story is...
OB:OTOVO
OB:OTOVOElectrical

3 European Penny Stocks With Market Caps Under €20M

The European market has shown mixed results recently, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ending slightly lower as expectations for further interest rate cuts from the ECB diminished. In this context, penny stocks—though an outdated term—remain a relevant investment area, often representing smaller or newer companies that can offer surprising value. By focusing on those with strong financial health and potential for growth, investors may uncover opportunities that balance stability...
OB:WWI
OB:WWIShipping

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding (OB:WWI) Net Margins Hit 51.4%, Reinforcing Bullish Narratives on Profit Quality

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding (OB:WWI) posted robust net profit margins of 51.4%, climbing from 43.3% last year, with EPS growth averaging 30.5% per year over the past five years. However, its latest annual earnings growth of 27.7% now trails the five-year trend, and market consensus anticipates a 11.4% average decline in EPS per year over the next three years, even as projected revenues are expected to grow at a modest 2.4% pace. With WWI now trading at a lower P/E ratio than both Norwegian peers...
OB:AFISH
OB:AFISHFood

Arctic Fish Holding (OB:AFISH): Five-Year Loss Acceleration Tests Bullish Profitability Narrative

Arctic Fish Holding (OB:AFISH) remains unprofitable, with losses having grown at an average rate of 53.5% per year over the past five years. Despite the lack of positive net profit margins, revenue is forecast to surge by 25.9% annually, which is well ahead of the broader Norwegian market’s 2.4% forecast. Earnings are expected to rise 101.94% per year and there is potential for profitability within the next three years. This outlook has put a spotlight on the stock’s NOK30.2 share price,...
OB:NAPA
OB:NAPACommunications

Napatech (OB:NAPA) Losses Worsen, Premium Valuation Faces Scrutiny Ahead of Earnings

Napatech (OB:NAPA) has seen its losses worsen over the past five years, recording an average annual increase in losses of 59.8%. The company currently trades at a Price-to-Sales Ratio of 14.8x, well above the peer average of 5.6x and the European Communications industry average of 1.3x. With no evidence of improvement in net profit margin over the last year and a challenging record on profitability, the latest numbers highlight caution for investors hoping for a turnaround. See our full...
OB:ROGS
OB:ROGSBanks

Rogaland Sparebank (OB:ROGS) Margin Expansion Reinforces Value Narrative Despite Cautious Earnings Outlook

Rogaland Sparebank (OB:ROGS) delivered a standout year, with revenue expected to grow at 2.5% per year, outpacing the Norwegian market average. Net profit margins rose to 45.7%, significantly above last year’s 32.7%, and earnings surged 64.4% over the past year compared to a five-year average of 16.8% per year. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.1x and shares trading at NOK138, the stock currently sits below the estimated fair value of NOK172.09, catching the eye of value-focused investors...
OB:DOFG
OB:DOFGEnergy Services

DOF Group (OB:DOFG): One-Off $101M Gain Raises Fresh Questions on Profit Quality Narratives

DOF Group (OB:DOFG) reported earnings growth of 32.2% for the recent period, behind its five-year average of 67.5% per year. Net profit margin is at 23.9%, slightly below last year’s 24.7%. The company’s bottom line benefited from a notable one-off gain of $101.0 million, which raises some questions about the underlying quality of reported profits. Looking ahead, earnings and revenue are expected to grow by 4.7% and 5.4% per year respectively, with revenue projected to outperform the broader...
OB:NORCO
OB:NORCOConstruction

Norconsult (OB:NORCO) Profit Growth Surges 92%, Reinforcing Bull Case on Margins Versus Peer Valuations

Norconsult (OB:NORCO) delivered standout growth in its latest earnings, with profits rising 92.1% year-over-year and net profit margins improving to 6.4% from last year’s 3.6%. Earnings are forecast to grow 13.1% per year, a solid figure, though below the broader Norwegian market’s 16.6% expected rate. Revenue is anticipated to rise 6.1% annually, easily outpacing the national average. These results highlight a robust trend in profitability, but investors are also weighing premium valuation...
OB:LINK
OB:LINKSoftware

LINK Mobility Group (OB:LINK) Margin Miss Challenges Growth Optimism After NOK81.3 Million Non-Recurring Loss

LINK Mobility Group Holding (OB:LINK) reported a net profit margin of 1.5%, down from 2.5% last year, as earnings continued a negative trend and were hit by a non-recurring NOK81.3 million loss. Despite the setback, analysts forecast earnings growth of 72.2% and revenue expansion of 18.1% per year, with the share price sitting at NOK29.55, well below the estimated fair value of NOK61.71, even as the price-to-earnings ratio remains significantly above industry and peer averages at 79.9x. See...
OB:MOWI
OB:MOWIFood

Mowi (OB:MOWI): Evaluating Valuation After Recent 13% Share Price Gain

Mowi (OB:MOWI) has delivered a 13% share price gain over the past 3 months, drawing fresh attention from market watchers. Investors are now considering what is driving the momentum and whether current levels reflect the company’s true potential. See our latest analysis for Mowi. After some choppiness earlier this year, Mowi’s 13% share price gain in the last three months stands out, especially as total shareholder return over the past year reached an impressive 17.6%. The momentum suggests...