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Equinor (OB:EQNR) opened Q2 2026 with headline numbers that put the focus squarely on profitability, reporting total revenue of US$34.5b and basic EPS of US$1.99 on net income of US$4.8b for the quarter. Over recent periods, the company has seen quarterly revenue move from US$25.1b in Q2 2025 to US$27.8b in Q1 2026 and then to US$34.5b in Q2 2026. EPS shifted from US$0.50 to US$1.24 and now US$1.99, with trailing twelve month EPS at US$3.64. With trailing net profit margins at 8% and recent...

Shareholders of Vår Energi ASA ( OB:VAR ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 13% to kr49.30...

As European markets navigate a period of volatility, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ending a recent week nearly unchanged and major indices like Germany's DAX and Italy's FTSE MIB showing declines, investors are closely examining corporate earnings and geopolitical developments. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often signal confidence from those closest to the business in its long-term potential.

As the European market navigates a landscape marked by mixed economic signals and volatile tech sector performance, investors are increasingly exploring diverse opportunities. Penny stocks, though an older term, continue to represent smaller or emerging companies that can offer substantial value when backed by strong financials and growth potential. This article will spotlight three such European penny stocks that combine robust balance sheets with promising prospects, providing a unique...

Last week's profit announcement from Telenor ASA ( OB:TEL ) was underwhelming for investors, despite headline numbers...

Elkem (OB:ELK) released second quarter 2026 results showing weaker financial performance, with revenue and profit metrics under pressure. For investors, the focus now shifts to what the latest sales and loss figures indicate about the company’s earnings profile. See our latest analysis for Elkem. Despite the weak second quarter, Elkem’s share price has shown improving momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 11.16% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 25.09%. This suggests investors...

Norsk Hydro (OB:NHY) has put fresh numbers on the table for Q2 2026, reporting revenue of NOK56.5 billion and basic EPS of NOK2.90, with trailing 12 month EPS at NOK4.97 as the company works off a mixed earnings history. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from NOK53.1 billion and EPS of NOK1.04 in Q2 2025, through a loss in Q4 2025, before landing at NOK56.5 billion and EPS of NOK2.90 this quarter. This sets up a results season where investors are watching how steadily margins can...

rPlus Energies has advanced its commitment to Idaho's energy future by commissioning the 125 MW Pleasant Valley Solar 2 project and breaking ground on the 400 MW Blacks Creek Energy Center in Ada County. These utility-scale projects signify a substantial step in the energy transition, incorporating solar and storage solutions to cater to the growing energy needs of the region. Together, the projects represent an investment exceeding $750 million, generating significant employment...

Kongsberg Gruppen (OB:KOG) is back in focus after being selected with Oceaneering to support the U.S. Department of War’s DIU CAMP undersea vehicle program, alongside fresh Q2 2026 earnings figures. See our latest analysis for Kongsberg Gruppen. At a share price of NOK282.2, Kongsberg Gruppen has a 1-day share price return of 1.95% and a 7-day share price return of 2.58%, although the 90-day share price return is down 13.99%. Even so, the 1-year total shareholder return of 11.84% and a very...

As the European market navigates a landscape marked by mixed economic indicators and geopolitical tensions, investors are keenly watching for opportunities amid the region's fluctuating indices. In this environment, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated value can offer potential advantages, particularly when these companies demonstrate strong fundamentals and resilience in challenging conditions.

What the new Toll4Europe order means for Norbit Norbit (OB:NORBT) has secured a new Connectivity segment order from Toll4Europe for GNSS On-Board Units, valued at about NOK 325 million, with deliveries planned mainly for 2027. See our latest analysis for Norbit. Norbit's latest Toll4Europe order comes as the share price sits at NOK176.6, with a 7 day share price return of 5.12% but a 90 day share price return that has declined 25.36%. The 5 year total shareholder return is very large,...

Equinor (OB:EQNR) is back in focus after reporting second quarter results that exceeded market expectations, along with a new cash dividend and an expanded share buyback programme for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Equinor. Equinor’s share price has climbed to NOK364.4, with a 1 month share price return of 15.17% and year to date share price return of 50.83%, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 206.37% reflects longer term compounding alongside the recent earnings beat and...

Britain’s power grid is under intense scrutiny, and that pressure is spilling over into gas utilities and independent power producers across Europe. Allegations against the National Energy System Operator, emergency payments for last minute generation and rising political attention on reliability and emissions are reshaping how investors think about conventional power generation risk. For some stocks with exposure to these themes, the news flow points to fresh opportunities, while for others...

Rising trade tension between the US, China, and Europe is pushing governments and companies to rethink where critical goods are made and how supply chains are structured. For investors, that raises the question of which stocks could benefit if more production shifts closer to home and if domestic industrial resilience becomes a bigger priority. This article looks at three stocks from an Onshoring and Domestic Industrial Resilience screener that appear well placed to be influenced by these...

BWG (OB:BWLPG) has drawn fresh attention after BW LPG Limited announced the sale of the 2015 built BW Levant vessel. The deal is expected to generate a net book gain and additional net cash proceeds. See our latest analysis for BWG. Set against this vessel sale, BWG's recent momentum has been strong, with a 30 day share price return of 17.32% and year to date share price return of 64.45%. The 1 year total shareholder return sits at 76.02%, alongside a very large 5 year total shareholder...

As you might know, Komplett ASA ( OB:KOMPL ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with some very strong...

Vår Energi (OB:VAR) has just posted a punchy Q2 2026 update, with revenue of about US$3.7 billion and basic EPS of US$0.32 translating into net income of US$808.5 million. Over recent periods, the company has seen revenue move from US$1.83 billion in Q1 2025 to US$2.66 billion in Q1 2026 and then to roughly US$3.7 billion in Q2 2026. Quarterly EPS shifted from US$0.18 to US$0.14 and then to US$0.32, highlighting a profile where investors are likely to focus on how the higher earnings interact...

As the European market navigates a complex landscape of mixed economic signals and geopolitical tensions, investors are increasingly focused on stable income sources such as dividend stocks. In this environment, identifying robust companies that offer attractive yields can be a prudent strategy for those seeking to enhance their portfolios with reliable income streams.

Aker (OB:AKER) is in focus after reporting half year 2026 earnings, with sales of NOK 27,971 million and net income of NOK 23,873 million, a shift from last year’s loss-making period. See our latest analysis for Aker. Aker’s NOK 1,244.0 share price follows a 59.69% year to date share price return and a 108.44% 1 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum has been building as the market reassesses its risk and earnings profile following the sharp swing back to profit. If strong recent...

Insiders who acquired kr27.4m worth of Elliptic Laboratories ASA's ( OB:ELABS ) stock at an average price of kr7.80 in...

Aker Solutions (OB:AKSO) drew investor attention after releasing half year 2026 results, reporting higher net income alongside lower sales and revenue, and issuing new revenue guidance for fiscal 2026 in the NOK 50 billion to NOK 55 billion range. See our latest analysis for Aker Solutions. Since the start of the year, Aker Solutions’ share price has climbed strongly, with a year to date share price return of 35.47% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 68.04%. This suggests momentum has...

Q2 earnings highlight a mixed picture for Gjensidige Forsikring Gjensidige Forsikring (OB:GJF) has drawn attention after reporting second quarter 2026 results that showed lower net income and earnings per share compared with the same period last year, alongside higher figures for the first half overall. For the quarter, net income came in at NOK 2,122.5 million versus NOK 2,298.2 million a year earlier, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations at NOK 4.18 compared with NOK...

Why TGS Stock Is Back in Focus After New Q2 Guidance TGS (OB:TGS) recently issued revenue guidance for the second quarter of 2026, expecting IFRS revenues of about US$373 million compared with US$334.2 million in the same quarter of 2025. This fresh outlook has put the stock on many investors’ watchlists, as it offers an updated read on demand for the company’s geoscience data services and how that may feed into valuation discussions. See our latest analysis for TGS. Even after the new Q2...

Bonheur ASA has reported its second-quarter 2026 results, with sales of NOK 3,035 million and net income of NOK 302 million, both lower than the same period last year. The sharp reduction in basic earnings per share from continuing operations to NOK 7.1 from NOK 20.6 highlights a much weaker profit contribution in the period. We’ll now examine how this weaker second-quarter profitability, particularly the drop in net income, may influence Bonheur’s existing investment narrative. Invest in...