OB:DVD
OB:DVDEnergy Services

Deep Value Driller (OB:DVD) Margins Improve, Challenging Bearish Growth Narratives

Deep Value Driller (OB:DVD) posted net profit margins of 44.8%, climbing from last year’s 35.5%, while annual earnings growth landed at 39.1%. This is a solid result, though it trails the five-year average of 71.3%. The company is now trading at a P/E ratio of 6.7x, which is below the peer group’s 8.1x average, but commands a slight premium to the wider Norwegian Energy Services sector at 6.1x. With healthy profitability and upbeat value metrics, DVD’s results catch the eye, even as headwinds...
OB:NOD
OB:NODSemiconductor

Nordic Semiconductor (OB:NOD): Valuation Insights Following Q3 Earnings and Strategic Updates

Nordic Semiconductor (OB:NOD) shares took a dip after the company released its third-quarter earnings. The report showed revenue growth, but EBITDA fell short of expectations, in part due to higher payroll and acquisition costs. See our latest analysis for Nordic Semiconductor. After a strong run in recent months, Nordic Semiconductor’s share price dropped sharply following the earnings miss, declining 10.15% over the past week and finishing at NOK 147.0. Even with this pullback, the stock...
OB:KIT
OB:KITElectronic

Is Kitron's €100 Million Defence Win and Upgraded Outlook Altering the Investment Case for Kitron (OB:KIT)?

Kitron recently reported strong third-quarter and nine-month earnings, raised its full-year revenue and operating profit guidance, and secured a €100 million order from a Defence/Aerospace client, with deliveries scheduled through 2026. This combination of robust financial results, an improved outlook, and substantial new business reflects growing demand in Kitron’s Defence/Aerospace segment and signals increased market confidence. To understand the impact of this sizeable Defence/Aerospace...
OB:VENDA
OB:VENDAInteractive Media and Services

Does Earnings Miss and Index Removal Change the Bull Case for Vend Marketplaces (OB:VENDA)?

Vend Marketplaces ASA recently reported third quarter 2025 earnings, revealing a swing from a net income of NOK 5.10 billion a year ago to a net loss of NOK 651 million, alongside its removal from several major global indices including the FTSE All-World and S&P Global BMI. In the same period, the company also implemented significant corporate changes by collapsing its dual share class structure through amendments to its articles of association. We’ll explore how the earnings disappointment...
OB:YAR
OB:YARChemicals

Yara International (OB:YAR): Assessing Valuation After Recent Share Price Gains and Pullback

Yara International (OB:YAR) stock has attracted attention lately, as investors weigh recent price movements and longer-term trends. With solid year-to-date gains and a mild pullback over the past month, many are watching for the next catalyst. See our latest analysis for Yara International. Yara International’s steady share price climb this year, with a 21.1% year-to-date gain, signals that momentum is building even as last week's mild pullback caught some traders off guard. Looking at the...
OB:NAS
OB:NASAirlines

A Look at Norwegian Air Shuttle (OB:NAS) Valuation Following Strong Revenue and Profit Growth

Norwegian Air Shuttle (OB:NAS) just delivered its latest earnings results, showing jumps in both revenue and net income for the third quarter and year-to-date compared to last year. Investors are taking note of this operational momentum. See our latest analysis for Norwegian Air Shuttle. Norwegian Air Shuttle’s strong earnings have fueled optimism, with the share price up 38.2% year-to-date and a substantial 57.3% total shareholder return over the past year. This momentum suggests investors...
OB:HAUTO
OB:HAUTOShipping

Höegh Autoliners (OB:HAUTO): Deep Discount to Fair Value Challenges Bearish Margin Narrative

Höegh Autoliners (OB:HAUTO) is facing a challenging outlook, with revenue projected to fall by 3.1% each year and earnings anticipated to decrease sharply by 35.4% per year over the next three years. While net profit margins remain high at 43.5%, only a slight dip from last year’s 44.7%, the company’s shares currently trade at a notable discount to estimated fair value. The price-to-earnings ratio of 2.8x also stands out as well below peer and industry averages. For investors, the mix of...
OB:EQNR
OB:EQNROil and Gas

Equinor (OB:EQNR) Net Profit Margin Drops to 5.3%, Reinforcing Cautious Valuation Narratives

Equinor (OB:EQNR) reported earnings that tell a mixed story for investors. Revenue is forecast to decline by 4.7% per year over the next three years, while EPS is expected to grow at a rate of 5.53% annually. Notably, the company’s net profit margin has compressed to 5.3% from 9% last year, reflecting a challenging recent period after negative earnings growth over the past year. However, looking further back, average annual earnings growth reached 16.8% over the past five years, and Equinor...
OB:KOG
OB:KOGAerospace & Defense

Why Kongsberg Gruppen (OB:KOG) Jumped After Splitting Into Two Companies Amid Strong Q3 Results

Kongsberg Gruppen recently reported third quarter results, posting sales of NOK13.3 billion and net income of NOK1.7 billion, alongside an announcement to split into two focused and independent companies pursuing global growth. This combination of robust financial results and significant organizational restructuring suggests a major inflection point for the company's operational direction and market positioning. We'll explore how Kongsberg Gruppen's decision to separate into two companies...
OB:SMOP
OB:SMOPCommunications

Smartoptics Group (OB:SMOP) Margin Pressure Challenges Bullish Growth Narrative Despite Strong Profit Outlook

Smartoptics Group (OB:SMOP) reported forecast revenue growth of 20.2% per year, far outpacing the broader Norwegian market’s 2.8% annual rate. EPS is expected to climb rapidly as well, with profit forecasts projecting a substantial 59.8% gain per year over the next three years. This is well ahead of the Norwegian market’s 14.2% expectation. While SMOP has posted strong annual earnings growth of 6.9% over the past five years, net profit margins have tightened to 5.3% from last year’s 7.3%,...
OB:VAR
OB:VAROil and Gas

Assessing Vår Energi (OB:VAR) Valuation After Q3 Results, Production Guidance and Dividend Update

Vår Energi (OB:VAR) just released its third quarter and nine-month 2025 results, reporting increased revenues compared to last year and confirming its production and dividend outlook for the coming year. Investors are watching these updates closely. See our latest analysis for Vår Energi. After a challenging start to the year, shares of Vår Energi have shown some resilience, closing at NOK 33.9 and trimming earlier losses with a modest 30-day share price return of 1.8%. While the year-to-date...
OB:NEL
OB:NELElectrical

Nel (OB:NEL): Revenue Forecast to Grow 14.9% Annually, Unprofitability Persists Ahead of Earnings

Nel (OB:NEL) remains unprofitable, with losses increasing at an annual rate of 17.3% over the last five years and no visible improvement in net profit margin. Revenue, however, is forecast to grow by 14.9% per year, significantly ahead of the Norwegian market's 2.8% pace. Shares have struggled for direction recently, with the stock price showing little stability over the past three months as investors weigh strong projected revenue growth against ongoing losses and a relatively high...
OB:ATEA
OB:ATEAIT

European Growth Stocks With Up To 33% Insider Ownership

As European markets experience a notable upswing, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 1.68% and major indices across Germany, Italy, France, and the UK showing positive momentum, investors are increasingly focused on growth opportunities within this vibrant economic landscape. In such an environment, companies that exhibit strong insider ownership often stand out as attractive prospects due to their potential for aligned interests between management and shareholders.
OB:BWE
OB:BWEOil and Gas

BW Energy (OB:BWE) Net Margin Falls to 20.7%, Testing Bullish Valuation Narratives

BW Energy (OB:BWE) delivered a net profit margin of 20.7%, down from 24% a year earlier. Revenue is expected to grow by 2.9% annually and earnings are forecast to climb at a swift 32.7% per year. Over the past five years, earnings have expanded by 54.1% annually, handily outpacing the Norwegian market. Investors may take comfort in BW Energy’s projected growth, high quality of past earnings, and valuation discounts to both local peers and the broader European industry. See our full analysis...
OB:BNOR
OB:BNOROil and Gas

October 2025's European Stock Selections For Estimated Value Opportunities

As European markets continue to show resilience with gains across major indices, investors are keenly observing the improved business activity and consumer confidence in the region. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks can provide potential opportunities for those looking to capitalize on discrepancies between a company's intrinsic value and its current market price.
OB:ATEA
OB:ATEAIT

Global Dividend Stocks To Consider In October 2025

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by U.S.-China trade tensions, fluctuating oil prices, and evolving inflation dynamics, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. With major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite showing positive trends despite economic uncertainties, selecting dividend-paying stocks can offer a blend of income and potential growth in this complex market environment.
OB:MGN
OB:MGNRenewable Energy

Magnora (OB:MGN): Profit Growth Forecasts Fuel Optimism as Dividend Risk Challenges Bull Case

Magnora (OB:MGN) remains in the red, but has managed to shrink its losses by an impressive 48.1% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect the company to become profitable within the next three years, with forecasts pointing to explosive earnings growth of 58.93% per year and revenue climbing 42.1% annually. This rate far outpaces the Norwegian market's 2.4% average. For investors, this puts the spotlight on Magnora’s rapid transformation, with robust growth prospects...
OB:MEDI
OB:MEDIMedical Equipment

Medistim (OB:MEDI) Margins Reach 20.9%, Reinforcing Profit Growth Narrative

Medistim (OB:MEDI) reported ongoing momentum in both revenue and earnings, with annual earnings growth forecast at 8.55% and revenue anticipated to rise by 7.5% per year. Net profit margins were up to 20.9%, compared to 19.6% a year ago, and recent earnings growth hit 25.7%, comfortably above the five-year average of 10% per year. Investors are likely to see these results as signs of operational strength, even as share price stability has been lacking over the past three months and valuation...