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As you might know, Alkermes plc ( NASDAQ:ALKS ) just kicked off its latest third-quarter results with some very strong...

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European markets have recently seen a positive upswing, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 1.68% and major indices in Germany, Italy, France, and the UK also posting gains. In this context of market optimism and economic resilience, penny stocks continue to capture investor interest as they often represent smaller or newer companies with potential for growth. Although the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these investments can still offer significant opportunities when...

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The NCS Multistage Holdings, Inc. ( NASDAQ:NCSM ) share price has softened a substantial 27% over the previous 30 days...

Farmland Partners (FPI) reported net profit margins of 31%, higher than last year, as the company turned profitable over a five-year period that saw annual earnings growth of 73.3%. The most recent year’s earnings growth surged to 275.5%, but much of this was due to a one-off gain of $61.6 million. This suggests the extraordinary spike is not likely to recur. With the stock trading at a Price-to-Earnings Ratio of 6.8x, far below industry and peer averages, investors may see compelling...

Encompass Health (EHC) reported strong momentum over the past year, with earnings growing 25.1%, well above its five-year average growth rate of 16.1%. Revenue and earnings are both expected to continue rising, with forecasts of 7.8% and 9.44% per year respectively, though these figures trail the broader US market growth. Net profit margins have improved to 9.3%, up from 8.3% last year, further supporting the company's reputation for high-quality earnings. See our full analysis for Encompass...

Diamond Hill Investment Group (DHIL) reported a net profit margin of 31.7%, up from 29% the previous year, and posted 16.3% earnings growth year-over-year. This result is well above its five-year average decline of 5% per year. The company is trading at a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 7.2x, notably below both the US Capital Markets industry average of 25.2x and its peer average of 44.2x. Shares closed at $126.29, which remains under the estimated fair value of $183.16. The combination of...

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Westwing Comércio Varejista S.A. ( BVMF:WEST3 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 30% gain in the last...

Most readers would already be aware that Kepler Weber's (BVMF:KEPL3) stock increased significantly by 22% over the past...

This week we saw the Light S.A. ( BVMF:LIGT3 ) share price climb by 10%. But will that repair the damage for the weary...

Independence Realty Trust (IRT) posted a one-off loss of $20.1 million for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, marking a shift back to profitability after a tough stretch. The company’s earnings have declined by 12.4% per year on average over the past five years. Looking forward, analysts project earnings to fall by 6.1% each year for the next three years. Revenue, meanwhile, is expected to grow by 5.3% annually, which is below the broader US market’s 10.3% rate and puts margin...

BankFinancial (BFIN) posted net profit margins of 4.3%, down sharply from 14.9% a year earlier, highlighting a significant deterioration in profitability. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have declined at an average annual rate of 8.8%. The stock trades at $11.07, giving it a Price-To-Earnings Ratio of 70.7x, which is well above the peer average of 12x and the US Banks industry average of 11x. Its share price remains higher than the estimated fair value of $8.97. Margins have...

St. Joe (JOE) reported a net profit margin of 19.4%, topping last year’s margin of 18.3%. Earnings accelerated this year, rising 16.5%, which outpaces the five-year average growth rate of 9.5%. Investors are likely to see the stronger profit margins and faster annual earnings growth as positive, especially given the company’s reputation for high-quality earnings. See our full analysis for St. Joe. Next, we’ll see how these headline results compare to the most popular narratives around St...

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%,...

eBay (EBAY) posted a net profit margin of 20.1%, slightly up from 19.8% in the prior period, with annual earnings growth of 6% that trails its own five-year average of 12.7% per year. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to grow at 6.43% per year and revenue by 4.8% per year, both pacing behind broader US market estimates. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.8x, eBay's valuation appears appealing against its peer group’s 63.6x and the industry average of 21.4x, which may prompt investor...

CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings (CCCS) reported net profit margins of 0.2%, down from last year’s 2.4%, as a one-off loss of $16.2 million weighed on the latest results. While profit margins have compressed, the company has posted five years of profitability, averaging 32.8% annual earnings growth. Forecasts now call for a sharp 70.2% per year earnings increase alongside an 8.5% revenue growth rate. Both points help set the stage for how investors interpret the gap between recent setbacks...

Trican Well Service Ltd. recently announced its third quarter 2025 results, reporting sales of CA$300.59 million and net income of CA$28.9 million, both up from the same period a year earlier. This increase in revenue and earnings highlights the company's ability to grow its operational performance even amid fluctuations in the broader energy market. We'll explore how stronger quarterly sales and net income shape Trican's outlook given analyst expectations for future revenue and margin...

Tri-County Financial Group (TYFG) posted net profit margins of 18.5%, up from last year’s 17.9%. Earnings grew by 6.5% after several years of decline, and the Price-to-Earnings Ratio sits at 9.8x, which is well below the peer and US Banks industry averages. Management is credited with delivering high quality earnings, making the company’s attractive dividend and value-focused multiples especially notable for investors, despite recent share price volatility and muted growth forecasts. See our...

Permanent TSB Group Holdings (ISE:PTSB) is moving ahead with the redemption of its €125 million Additional Tier 1 securities. This step could reshape aspects of its capital structure and attract investor attention. See our latest analysis for Permanent TSB Group Holdings. The redemption news follows a stretch of standout momentum for Permanent TSB’s shares, with a 23.4% jump in the last day alone. The one-year share price return is now over 100%. Long-term shareholders have enjoyed even more...

Spok Holdings (SPOK) posted net profit margins of 12.1%, up from 11.2% a year ago, and earnings have surged at a 57.8% annualized pace over the last five years as the company transitioned to profitability. However, this past year’s earnings growth was 10.2%, lagging the longer-term average, and the quality of earnings remains high. As investors digest these results, attention is focusing on Spok’s value proposition and ongoing profitability, with an eye on dividend sustainability. See our...

Medallion Financial (MFIN) closed the period with a net profit margin of 12.6%, down from last year's 15%, as the company reported negative earnings growth year over year. Despite this setback, over the past five years Medallion Financial has turned profitable, posting an average annual earnings growth rate of 28.3%. The stock is currently priced at $9.87, which trades well below its estimated fair value of $16.02. Its current Price-To-Earnings ratio of 5.3x stands out as notably lower than...