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NasdaqGS:PFG
NasdaqGS:PFGInsurance

Principal Financial Group (PFG): Margin Expansion Reinforces Bullish Value Narrative

Principal Financial Group (PFG) is forecasting robust earnings growth of 15.1% per year, supported by a recent move to profitability and strong quality in past earnings. Revenue is expected to rise at a 6.5% annual rate. However, both earnings and revenue growth are projected to trail the broader US market. While earnings have declined by 10.4% per year over the past five years, PFG’s positive turn in profit margin, along with a share price of $82.20 that sits below its internally estimated...
NasdaqGS:CAR
NasdaqGS:CARTransportation

Avis Budget Group (CAR): Rapid Earnings Growth Forecast Challenges Bearish Profit Narratives Heading Into Earnings

Avis Budget Group (CAR) is currently unprofitable, with net losses having grown at an annual rate of 23% over the past five years. Still, the company’s earnings are forecast to surge by 128.41% per year, putting profitability in reach within the next three years. This pace is well ahead of the broader market. While revenue is only expected to grow at 1.9% per year, significantly slower than the US market average, investors might be drawn in by CAR’s strong profit trajectory and its attractive...
XTRA:DB1
XTRA:DB1Capital Markets

Deutsche Börse (XTRA:DB1) Margin Expansion Reinforces Quality Narrative, Despite Slowing Revenue Outlook

Deutsche Börse (XTRA:DB1) delivered net profit margins of 27.6%, up from 26.8% a year ago. EPS posted 9% growth for the most recent year and a five-year compounded growth rate of 14.3%. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to decline by 1.3% per year, while EPS is expected to grow at 6.2% per year, trailing the German market’s projected 16.6%. Consistent profit growth, high earnings quality, and reliable dividends continue to anchor investor confidence. However, the prospect of softer revenue...
NasdaqGS:VSEC
NasdaqGS:VSECAerospace & Defense

VSE Corp (VSEC): Earnings Up 125.5% Year-on-Year, Reinforcing Bullish Growth Narratives

VSE (VSEC) delivered standout results, with earnings up a staggering 125.5% over the past year, far exceeding the five-year average annual growth of 44.5%. Net profit margins climbed to 4.4% from 2.9% a year ago, while the current share price of $182.73 sits well above the estimated fair value of $100.06. The company’s premium price-to-earnings ratio and spotless risk record reflect high confidence in forward growth, as earnings are forecast to rise nearly 30% annually and revenue by 11% per...