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Thinking about whether to buy, sell, or simply hold WEC Energy Group stock? You’re definitely not alone. WEC has been a staple for many portfolios, and its share price reflects that consistency. Over the last year, the stock has climbed 23.3%. For longer-term investors, the gains are even more solid, with a 40.8% increase over the last three years and 35.9% over five years. Even its performance year to date hasn’t gone unnoticed, jumping 23.2%. That said, the past week brought a modest 0.9%...

Customers Bancorp (CUBI) posted net profit margins of 25.2%, down from 29.9% the previous year, while earnings have declined by an average of 5.6% annually over the past five years. The stock is trading at $70.11, below its discounted cash flow estimated fair value of $134.4, and the company’s Price-to-Earnings Ratio stands at 14.4x, higher than the US Banks industry average of 11.2x but just under the peer average of 15x. Looking ahead, forecasts call for 27.8% yearly earnings growth and 10%...

Earlier this week, Luminar Technologies announced that its lidar technology is now integrated into Volvo’s EX90 and is being included on platforms from Mercedes-Benz, NVIDIA, and Mobileye, while it also provided updates on its next-generation “Halo” chipset and production plans for late 2025 and early 2026. An interesting takeaway is that despite these prominent partnerships and advancements, the company revised its full-year 2025 guidance downward due to slower automotive ramp-up, winding...

Intel (INTC) returned to profitability this past year after a tough stretch, reversing a trend of earnings declining at 65.6% per year over the last five years. Profit margin trends have turned positive, and the company’s earnings are now forecast to jump 44.3% per year, far outpacing broader US market growth rates. Investors are taking note, weighing the rapid earnings recovery and strong peer-relative valuation against a slight premium to intrinsic value and modest revenue growth...

If you’re weighing what to do with Cincinnati Financial’s stock right now, you’re not alone. This is one of those names where investors are trying to figure out if steady long-term growth means the stock is setting up for more gains, or if recent optimism has already priced in most of the good news. What makes it even more interesting is that Cincinnati Financial seems to shrug off market noise, with a powerhouse 151.2% return over five years and a solid 13.5% over the past year. It’s not...

China Resources Building Materials Technology Holdings (SEHK:1313) reported a one-off loss of CN¥257.5 million over the twelve months to 30th September 2025, which dragged its net profit margin down to 1%, compared to 1.4% last year. Over the last five years, earnings have declined at an average rate of 60.9% per year, with earnings growth turning negative in the latest period. This has pushed recent performance far below its longer-term trends. Despite these setbacks, analyst forecasts point...

Ponce Financial Group (PDLB) posted a net profit margin of 18%, up from 11% last year, and delivered a robust 88.7% earnings growth rate over the past twelve months, far surpassing its 5-year average of 2.4% per year. Alongside this surge in profitability, the company’s high quality earnings and widening margins are drawing attention, but its Price-To-Earnings ratio of 20.4x, almost double the industry average, means investors are weighing rapid growth against an elevated valuation...

Easterly Government Properties (DEA) shares have nudged slightly higher over the past week, moving up about 2%. This comes as investors continue to digest the company’s recent performance and weigh its steady annual revenue growth in comparison to its broader one-year decline. See our latest analysis for Easterly Government Properties. While Easterly Government Properties has picked up some momentum in the past week, the bigger picture tells a more cautious story, with a share price return of...

Eightco Holdings (ORBS) is in the spotlight again after its move to adopt Worldcoin as a primary reserve asset and bring Dan Ives on board as chairman. This shake-up has sparked renewed interest and rapid price swings. See our latest analysis for Eightco Holdings. ORBS has seen one of the most dramatic runs among speculative stocks this year, with the 1-year total shareholder return at nearly 231%. Yet, this surge comes after years of heavy losses, a delisting, and repeated pivoting between...

First Financial Bancorp (FFBC) is forecasting earnings growth of 24.89% per year and revenue growth of 15.7% per year, both outpacing the broader US market. Net profit margins currently stand at 31.6%, up from last year’s 29%, indicating improved profitability. Over the past year, earnings have grown at 17%, handily beating the five-year average growth rate of 7.7% per year. The company is drawing attention for high-quality earnings and strong growth expectations over the next three...

Sika (SWX:SIKA) delivered earnings forecast to grow at 10% per year, with revenue set to rise by 4.7% annually, outpacing the broader Swiss market’s projected 4% growth rate. Over the past five years, earnings have climbed by 6.9% each year, and the company has maintained a net profit margin of 10.5%, matching the prior period. These numbers, paired with Sika’s high-quality earnings profile and only minor risk concerns, provide investors with a constructive outlook anchored by continued...

Xtract One Technologies (TSX:XTRA) remains unprofitable, but annual losses have narrowed by 9.7% per year over the last five years. Shares trade at CA$0.71, notably below the company’s estimated fair value of CA$1.6. While not yet profitable, the consistent reduction in losses could prompt investors to see operational improvement on the horizon. See our full analysis for Xtract One Technologies. Next, we will see how these figures stack up against the narratives shaping market sentiment,...

Chugai Pharmaceutical (TSE:4519) posted earnings growth of 2.6% in the last year and has grown at an average rate of 10.7% annually over the past five years. Its net profit margin eased slightly to 32.7% from last year’s 33.9%, while analysts expect revenue and earnings to keep moving ahead of local industry averages. As investors consider the company’s robust margins and projected above-market growth, recent moderation in growth rates and share price trends may play a key role in shaping...

Flux Power Holdings (FLUX) has regained compliance with Nasdaq’s listing rules after facing a potential delisting. This development is likely to boost investor confidence and renew interest in the company’s prospects. See our latest analysis for Flux Power Holdings. Regaining Nasdaq compliance comes after a dramatic surge in Flux Power Holdings’ share price, with a 30-day share price return of 85.5% and a striking year-to-date gain of 252.9%. That momentum has reignited interest, especially...

Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) (SEHK:2689) reported a net profit margin of 2.8%, up from 1.3% the previous year, with earnings growth of 135.4% over the last twelve months. While revenue is forecast to grow by 5.3% per year and earnings are expected to increase by 20.3% annually, these figures show the company’s earnings momentum now outpacing the Hong Kong market average. For investors, the key story is accelerating profit improvement alongside robust earnings quality. However, questions...

iFAST (SGX:AIY) posted revenue growth forecasts at 14.8% per year and earnings expected to climb 19.6% annually, both easily outpacing Singapore’s broader market averages. Over the past year, earnings rose by 42.8%, significantly above the company’s own five-year pace of 32.9%, as net profit margins improved to 18.5% from 16.8% a year ago. With only minor insider selling flagged as a risk and strong multi-year growth in revenue and profitability, investors are weighing the positive momentum...

Canon Marketing Japan (TSE:8060) reported revenue growth of 1.1% per year, trailing the broader Japanese market’s pace of 4.4%. Earnings are projected to grow at 4.7% annually, behind the national market’s expected 8%, with the company’s net profit margin steady at 5.9% compared to last year. Investors will note that while recent profit growth is positive at 5.3% compared to the five-year average of 10.2%, the latest figures point to more modest expansion ahead rather than a dramatic shift in...

China Shenhua Energy (SEHK:1088) reported annual revenue growth of 1.5%, trailing behind the broader Hong Kong market’s 8.6% growth rate. EPS trends have come under pressure, with a 7% compound annual growth rate over five years giving way to negative earnings growth in the past year and forecasts pointing to a 1% annual decline over the next three years. Despite net profit margins holding steady at 17.6%, just shy of last year's 17.7%, the latest results highlight a challenging outlook and...

Lai Sun Development (SEHK:488) remains unprofitable, with losses accelerating at an average rate of 4.2% per year over the last five years. Net profit margins have stalled with no visible improvement, and earnings growth was not measurable due to persistent unprofitability. With profits showing no signs of acceleration and no evidence of meaningful past earnings quality, investors are left with a stock trading at a price-to-sales ratio of just 0.2x, which is far below both the industry and...

Wendel (ENXTPA:MF) has seen a modest share price increase of 1.8% today and is up 4% over the past week. Investors might be reviewing the company’s recent performance and valuation as they consider next moves. See our latest analysis for Wendel. With today’s share price now at €82.0, Wendel’s recent gains have helped stem some of this year’s declines, though momentum has been uneven. The 1-year total shareholder return is still down 5.3%, but over three and five years, patient investors have...

Tompkins Financial (TMP) reported a striking turnaround in profitability, with its net profit margin surging to 25.9% compared to just 6.4% a year ago. The company’s earnings grew 460% year-over-year, a stark contrast to its five-year average decline of 14.4% per year, though longer-term profit trends still reflect past challenges. For investors, the latest results offer a mix of promising operational improvement, good value relative to some peers, and an appealing dividend, balanced against...

ES-CON JAPAN (TSE:8892) posted a net profit margin of 9.8%, slightly topping last year's 9.2%. EPS growth came in at 20.4% for the period, well ahead of the company’s own five-year CAGR of 17%. With five years of steady 17% annual earnings growth and a new high-quality result in hand, investors have plenty to consider regarding what is driving this momentum. See our full analysis for ES-CON JAPAN. Next, we will look at how these headline numbers compare with the main narratives shaping...

Mandarin Oriental International (SGX:M04) has been trending quietly higher in recent months, drawing some attention as its shares edged up nearly 1% over the past year. Investors seem curious to see what is driving the steady momentum. See our latest analysis for Mandarin Oriental International. Mandarin Oriental International’s share price has rallied impressively, rising 48.6% over the past month and nearly doubling since the start of the year. This momentum is mirrored by a standout 96.5%...

Mohawk Industries (MHK) entered its latest quarter with forecasted annual earnings growth of 19.9%, while revenue is projected to increase by 2.5% per year. Net profit margins landed at 3.9%, lower than last year’s 5.1%. A look back at the last five years reveals earnings have declined by 26.3% per year on average. Investors will be weighing these numbers alongside signals like value relative to peers and expected near-term earnings growth when parsing the latest results. See our full...