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NYSE:PRIM
NYSE:PRIMConstruction

Primoris Services (PRIM) Net Margin Rises to 3.7%, Reinforcing Bullish Community Narratives

Primoris Services (PRIM) posted a net profit margin of 3.7%, up from last year’s 2.7%, with EPS growth of 68.4% over the past year, far outpacing its 5-year annual average of 17.2%. While earnings are projected to grow at 9.55% per year and revenue at 6.4% per year, both rates trail the broader US market outlook. Ongoing profitability, attractive valuation compared to industry peers, and the absence of flagged risks are setting an optimistic tone around the company’s recent results. However,...
NYSE:SEE
NYSE:SEEPackaging

Sealed Air (SEE) Marginal Profit Margin Gain Puts Valuation Narrative to the Test

Sealed Air (SEE) reported a slight uptick in profitability, posting a net profit margin of 7.4% compared to 7.3% last year. Over the past year, earnings grew by 0.4%, a modest improvement when set against a five-year average annual decline of 10.2%. Forecasts show revenue is expected to grow at 1.7% per year, which is well below the US market’s pace of 10.5%. Annual earnings growth of 10.7% is projected but still trails the US market average of 16%. With its price-to-earnings ratio of 13.3x...
NYSE:BXP
NYSE:BXPOffice REITs

Is BXP Attractively Priced After Recent Share Decline and Volatile Market Moves?

Ever wondered if BXP is attractively priced right now? Whether you are bargain hunting or just want to avoid overpaying, it is a question worth asking. BXP shares recently closed at $69.73 and have seen some volatility, dropping 5.9% in the last week and 7.8% over the past month, with a year-to-date move of -5.4% and a one-year decline of 9.8%. Despite this, there has been a 16.4% gain over three years. Much of this movement has followed headlines about the shifting outlook for commercial...
NasdaqGS:HTZ
NasdaqGS:HTZTransportation

Hertz (HTZ) Sustains TTM Losses and Below-Market Growth, Discounted Valuation Highlights Community Divide

Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) finished the period still in the red on a traling twelve-month basis despite the profitable quarter. Revenue is projected to grow just 2% per year over the next three years, lagging well behind the broader US market’s 10.5% rate, while net profit margins remain unchanged and unprofitable for the foreseeable future. See our full analysis for Hertz Global Holdings. Now let’s break down how these latest numbers measure up against the key market narratives...
XTRA:ELG
XTRA:ELGSemiconductor

Elmos Semiconductor (XTRA:ELG) Margin Expansion Challenges Concerns Over Slower Earnings Growth

Elmos Semiconductor (XTRA:ELG) posted earnings growth of 21.5% over the last year, outpacing its current net profit margin of 22.2% compared to 17.2% in the previous period. Shares recently traded at €90.4, above an estimated fair value of €78.5 according to a discounted cash flow model. The stock’s Price-to-Earnings ratio of 12.5x stands well below peer and industry averages. With revenue expected to grow at 9.1% annually and margins expanding, the latest results underscore a compelling mix...
NYSE:ACA
NYSE:ACAConstruction

Assessing Arcosa’s Value After 7% Stock Jump Driven by Infrastructure Bill News

Wondering if Arcosa's current share price is a steal or too good to be true? You are not alone in wanting to get to the bottom of its real value. In just the last week, Arcosa's stock climbed 7.1%, adding to an 8.6% gain over the past month and bringing its five-year return to an impressive 86.6%. Much of this momentum follows recent headlines about new infrastructure spending bills and Arcosa's strategic position to benefit from heightened demand in the construction industry. Investors are...
NYSE:O
NYSE:ORetail REITs

Realty Income (O): $359.5 Million One-Off Loss Tests Bullish Narratives on Margin Recovery

Realty Income (O) reported earnings growth of 11% for the past year, continuing its five-year annual average increase of 19.5%. Net profit margins currently sit at 17.1%, slightly below last year’s 17.3%, with recent results affected by a one-off loss of $359.5 million for the twelve months to September 2025. Shares trade at $56.14, well below a discounted cash flow fair value estimate of $100.01. Analysts project earnings growth of 16.15% per year ahead, even as revenue growth of 3.8% trails...
TSE:1826
TSE:1826Construction

Sata Construction (TSE:1826) Margin Jump Challenges Bearish Narrative Despite High Valuation

Sata Construction (TSE:1826) reported a net profit margin of 1.8%, up from 0.7% last year, with EPS growth of 152.3% over the past year. This contrasts with a 5-year annual decline of 12.5%. Its share price closed at ¥1,140, well above the estimated fair value of ¥803.24. The stock currently trades at a P/E of 31.1x, commanding a sharp premium over both industry and peer averages. While profitability has improved and earnings quality is described as high, investors remain mindful of risks...
OM:CIBUS
OM:CIBUSReal Estate

Cibus Nordic Real Estate (OM:CIBUS) Profitability Rebound Reinforces Bullish Narrative Despite Valuation Concerns

Cibus Nordic Real Estate (OM:CIBUS) forecasts a sharp turnaround with annual earnings growth expected at 21% for the next three years, far outpacing prior declines of 23.8% each year over the past five. Revenue is projected to climb 4% annually, a tick above the broader Swedish market’s outlook. The company just returned to profitability, its net profit margin improving over the past year and supporting investor confidence as shares now trade at a premium P/E of 18.9x versus the Swedish...
TSX:PXT
TSX:PXTOil and Gas

Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) Margin Drops Sharply, Challenging Bullish Value Narratives

Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) booked a net profit margin of 12.3%, down notably from 22.8% in the prior year, while average annual earnings have slid by 2.3% over the last five years. The company faced a significant one-off loss of $80.0 million. Earnings are now forecast to grow at 5.6% per year, which lags both the Canadian market's projected 12.1% earnings growth and the industry’s revenue trends. With a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 11.4x, which comes in below sector and peer averages, investors...
NYSE:SPG
NYSE:SPGRetail REITs

Simon Property Group (SPG): Net Margin Declines to 36.4%, Challenging Bullish Valuation Narratives

Simon Property Group (SPG) reported a net profit margin of 36.4%, a notable decrease from last year's 41.4%. Earnings have grown at an annual rate of 9.7% over the past five years. Despite high earnings quality, growth is projected to slow as revenue is forecast to rise by just 1.8% per year and EPS by 3.39% per year, both trailing the US market averages. Investors are weighing a muted growth outlook and margin compression against the fact that shares trade below one estimate of fair value...
BME:TEF
BME:TEFTelecom

Telefónica (BME:TEF) Revenue Decline Challenges Recovery Hopes Despite Deep Value Discount

Telefónica (BME:TEF) faces headwinds with revenue forecast to decline at 1.3% per year for the next three years, while losses have widened over the last five years at a rate of 55.4% per year. Analysts, however, are projecting a turnaround with profitability expected within the next three years and earnings growth predicted at a robust 59.92% per year. Despite current unprofitability, Telefónica’s price-to-sales ratio of 0.5x positions the stock well below both peer and industry averages,...
NasdaqGS:SHC
NasdaqGS:SHCLife Sciences

Sotera Health (SHC) Reports $98.8M One-Off Loss, Challenging Profit Recovery Narratives

Sotera Health (SHC) reported net profit margins of 4.8% in its recent results, down from last year's 6.3%, as a one-off loss of $98.8 million weighed on the bottom line. Over the past five years, the company has moved into profitability with earnings growing at 2.2% per year, but in the latest period, earnings growth turned negative. Looking forward, analysts expect a sharp rebound, forecasting 56.1% annualized earnings growth against a more modest 5.7% revenue increase. This suggests...
XTRA:NEM
XTRA:NEMSoftware

Nemetschek (XTRA:NEM) Earnings Growth Tops 5-Year Trend, Challenging Valuation Concerns

Nemetschek (XTRA:NEM) delivered earnings growth of 19.5% over the last year, handily outpacing its 5-year average of 11.5% per year. Net profit margin stands at 17.6%, a touch below last year’s 18.5%, with earnings expected to continue rising faster than the German market at 18.4% per year ahead. With solid growth forecasts and no flagged risks, investors will be weighing the strong growth outlook, high-quality earnings, and fair value discount against a premium Price-To-Earnings Ratio that...
XTRA:FME
XTRA:FMEHealthcare

Fresenius Medical Care (XTRA:FME) Earnings Growth Reverses Decline, Undervalued Multiple Backs Sentiment Shift

Fresenius Medical Care (XTRA:FME) expects earnings to grow at 17.43% per year, backed by revenue projected to expand 4.1% annually. The company’s net profit margin has edged up to 3.7% from 3.4% a year ago. Earnings have also reversed a five-year decline of 17% per year to grow 9% over the past year. With shares trading at €41.76 and a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.8x, which is well below both peers and the European healthcare sector average, these numbers signal renewed momentum and...
XTRA:NDX1
XTRA:NDX1Electrical

Nordex (XTRA:NDX1) Margin Surge Reinforces Bullish Narrative Despite Premium Valuation

Nordex (XTRA:NDX1) continued its remarkable earnings improvement, with profitability rising at an annual rate of 20.3% over the past five years and a dramatic jump of 384.7% in the latest year. Net profit margins climbed to 1.5%, up from 0.3% a year earlier. Revenue is forecast to grow 7.1% annually, topping the 6.1% pace of the wider German market. With earnings projected to increase 33.7% per year going forward, the company stands out for both ongoing growth and a strong margin turnaround...
XTRA:1INN
XTRA:1INNSoftware

Innoscripta (XTRA:1INN) Margin Surges to 40.4%, Reinforcing Bullish Profitability Narrative

Innoscripta (XTRA:1INN) continues its strong run with net profit margins climbing to 40.4%, up from 36.6% last year, and a substantial 82.2% earnings growth over the past year. This performance is well ahead of its already impressive five-year average of 44% per year. Looking forward, analysts expect both revenue and earnings to rise at rapid clips of 24.7% and 27.2% per year, respectively, outpacing the broader German market. Investors will likely view this momentum, paired with a share...