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NYSE:ORA
NYSE:ORARenewable Energy

Ormat Technologies (ORA): Margin Expansion Reinforces Bullish Narrative Despite Slower Earnings Growth

Ormat Technologies (ORA) posted net profit margins of 14.1%, up from last year’s 13.3%, and delivered 16.7% average annual earnings growth over the past five years. However, the latest year’s earnings growth was 12.4%, trailing both the company’s own historical average and the projected pace of 8.1% earnings and 8.6% revenue growth going forward. Both figures are below the US market’s forecasted profit and revenue growth rates of 16% and 10.5%. These results come as the stock trades at a...
NYSE:BWXT
NYSE:BWXTAerospace & Defense

BWX Technologies (BWXT): Net Margins Dip as Valuation Premium Tests Growth Narrative

BWX Technologies (NYSE:BWXT) is expected to deliver annual earnings growth of 10.8% and revenue growth of 8.7%. These rates trail the broader US market averages of 16% and 10.5%, respectively. Net profit margins sit at 10%, marking a slight dip from last year’s 10.3%. Notably, the company’s earnings have jumped 10.9% over the past year compared to a five-year average of just 0.2% per year. With the stock trading well above the fair value estimate and at a price-to-earnings ratio higher than...
NYSE:APLE
NYSE:APLEHotel and Resort REITs

Apple Hospitality REIT (APLE): Profit Margin Miss Reinforces Cautious Growth Narrative

Apple Hospitality REIT (APLE) delivered mixed results in its latest earnings, with a notable reversal in momentum from previous years. Net profit margins declined to 12.4% compared to last year’s 14.5%, and the company posted negative earnings growth over the past twelve months after growing earnings by 49.5% annually over the last five years. Looking ahead, management expects revenue to rise just 1.8% per year and earnings to grow at 0.7%, both lagging the broader US market. This may weigh...
NYSE:PLOW
NYSE:PLOWMachinery

Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) Margin Decline Undercuts Bullish Value Narrative Despite Attractive Valuation

Douglas Dynamics (PLOW) posted a net profit margin of 6.6%, down from 9.7% last year, ending a five-year run of strong profitability gains that saw average annual earnings growth of 45.8%. Revenue is projected to rise by 6.5% annually, trailing the broader US market's 10.5% pace. Expected EPS growth of 14.7% also lags behind the 16% market forecast. Investors are likely to view these results as a sign of recent margin pressure. However, with shares trading below fair value and analyst...
NasdaqGS:PCH
NasdaqGS:PCHSpecialized REITs

PotlatchDeltic (PCH): Net Margin Rebound Reinforces Bullish Narrative on Profit Turnaround

PotlatchDeltic (PCH) delivered a sharp turnaround in profitability this quarter, with its net profit margin climbing to 5.8%, up from just 1.6% a year ago, and earnings rising 288.4% year-over-year. This is far stronger than its five-year average, which saw earnings declining 38.9% per year. Looking ahead, the company is forecasting annual earnings growth of 17.9%, set to outpace the broader US market, while management values shares below their estimated fair value at $38.95. These improving...
NasdaqGS:TDUP
NasdaqGS:TDUPSpecialty Retail

ThredUp (TDUP): Revenue Forecast to Rise 10.8% Annually, Profitability Remains Out of Reach

ThredUp (TDUP) remains unprofitable, but revenue is forecast to grow at 10.8% per year, while losses have narrowed by 14.8% annually over the past five years. With a Price-to-Sales Ratio of 3.4x, the stock trades well above the US Specialty Retail industry average of 0.4x and the peer average of 1.1x. While margins are still negative, ongoing top-line growth combined with improving losses gives investors reasons to keep an eye on the company’s progress. See our full analysis for ThredUp. Now...
NYSE:BCC
NYSE:BCCTrade Distributors

Boise Cascade (BCC): Net Margin Halved to 3% Challenges Profit Recovery Optimism

Boise Cascade (BCC) reported annual earnings growth of 17.5%, outpacing the broader US market forecast of 16%. However, revenue is projected to grow at just 3.3% per year, trailing the US average of 10.5%. Net profit margins declined to 3%, down from 6% the previous year. The company has seen average annual earnings decrease by 6.3% over the last five years. Despite the recent dip in profitability and ongoing margin compression, analysts expect stronger profit growth ahead, and BCC currently...
NYSE:JELD
NYSE:JELDBuilding

JELD-WEN (JELD): Losses Grow 78% Annually, but Forecasts Eye 131% EPS Growth Turnaround

JELD-WEN Holding (JELD) posted another unprofitable quarter, with both its earnings and net profit margin remaining in the red. Over the last five years, losses have widened at a staggering 78.1% per year. The company is projected to swing to profitability within the next three years as earnings are forecast to surge 131.26% per year. Despite slow anticipated revenue growth of just 1.9% annually, the stock trades at a price-to-sales multiple of just 0.1x, far lower than industry and peer...
NYSE:AESI
NYSE:AESIEnergy Services

Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI): Rapid Earnings Growth Forecasts Challenge Profitability Concerns Ahead of Results

Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) remains unprofitable, but it has narrowed its losses by 2.7% per year over the past five years. While margins have yet to turn positive and fresh figures on recent profitability are not available, earnings are forecast to surge by 110.88% annually. This may put the company on track for potential profitability within three years, which is well ahead of market averages. With revenue expected to grow at only 2.2% per year compared to the broader US market's 10.5%,...
TSXV:LMN
TSXV:LMNSoftware

Lumine Group (TSXV:LMN) Profitability Milestone Challenges Skeptical Narratives as Margins Turn Top-Tier

Lumine Group (TSXV:LMN) just posted headline numbers that have turned some heads. Revenue is forecast to rise 18% annually, outpacing the Canadian market’s 5.1% growth rate. EPS is expected to grow 12.6% each year, ahead of the market’s 11.8%. The company recently transitioned to profitability, posting strong net profit margins and overall earnings quality, after averaging a -14.3% earnings decline over the past five years. With the share price at CA$30.39 and trading below a discounted cash...
NYSE:AGM
NYSE:AGMDiversified Financial

Farmer Mac (AGM) Profit Margin Tops 50%, Reinforcing Narratives on Profitability Versus Growth Debates

Federal Agricultural Mortgage (AGM) posted net profit margins of 50.9%, edging up from last year’s 49%. Over the past five years, AGM has averaged 14.2% annual earnings growth, and most recently, earnings climbed 13.1%. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to rise about 8% per year, a pace that trails the wider US market's expected 16% annual growth. Revenue growth is anticipated to slightly outperform at 10.8% per year compared to the US market’s 10.5%. See our full analysis for Federal...
NasdaqGS:JRVR
NasdaqGS:JRVRInsurance

James River Group (JRVR) Earnings Forecasts Signal 88.79% Growth Despite Ongoing Losses and Slow Revenue

James River Group Holdings (JRVR) posted a continued loss, with the company’s losses increasing at an average rate of 2.3% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect earnings to rebound sharply and are forecasting annual growth of 88.79% with a return to profitability within three years. With relative value compared to peers and the prospect of rapid earnings improvement, investors may see reasons for optimism despite a challenging recent track record. See our full...
NYSE:SGHC
NYSE:SGHCHospitality

Super Group (SGHC) Net Margin Jumps to 9.8%, Challenging Bearish Earnings Quality Narratives

Super Group (SGHC) posted a striking surge in net profit margins, coming in at 9.8% compared to just 0.3% last year. This improvement was fueled by an extraordinary 4,994.9% earnings growth over the same period. Looking ahead, the company’s earnings are expected to grow 32.2% per year, far outpacing the broader US market’s forecast of 16% per year. Revenue is projected to rise by 9.2% annually, just below the US average of 10.5%. With these numbers, investors are seeing a notable turnaround...
TSXV:AFM
TSXV:AFMMetals and Mining

Alphamin Resources (TSXV:AFM) Margin Surge Reinforces Bullish Narrative on Profit Growth

Alphamin Resources (TSXV:AFM) turned in another strong performance, with net profit margins climbing to 20.8% from 16.7% last year and earnings up an impressive 63.4% year-over-year. With forecasts calling for earnings to grow 23.5% per year and revenue growth of 5.3% per year, the company’s momentum stands out within the Canadian market. Investors are seeing improved profitability and value signals, especially with Alphamin trading below its estimated fair value and sporting a...
NYSE:VOYG
NYSE:VOYGAerospace & Defense

Voyager Technologies (VOYG): Revenue Growth Forecast at 51.5% Tests High Valuation Narrative

Voyager Technologies (VOYG) remains unprofitable, with no established year-on-year earnings trend so far, as the company has been publicly traded for less than three years. Revenue is forecast to surge 51.5% per year, far outpacing the US market average of 10.5%. However, net margins remain negative and the Price-To-Sales Ratio sits at a steep 10.3x, well above industry and peer benchmarks. With investors focused on whether overhead and costs are being effectively controlled, the company’s...