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Horace Mann Educators (HMN) posted a notable turnaround in its latest results, with EPS margins climbing to 8.5% compared to 5.2% last year, and a dramatic 71.9% earnings growth over the prior period. This reverses a five-year trend of 14.4% annual declines. However, the revenue outlook is more subdued, with future growth expected at 5.7% per year, which lags behind the broader US market pace of 10.5%. The company’s improvement in profitability and rising EPS provide a positive setup for...

Supernus Pharmaceuticals (SUPN) posted a jump in net profit margin to 9.7%, a substantial leap from just 0.8% a year earlier, while annual earnings soared by 1131.1%, far ahead of its 5-year average of minus 27% per year. With forecasts calling for 54% earnings growth and 14.6% revenue growth per year, and analysts highlighting high quality earnings, investors are taking a hard look at the company’s momentum. As shares continue to trade below analyst price targets, much of the conversation...

NeuroPace (NPCE) remains unprofitable, but recent progress on the bottom line includes losses shrinking by 2.2% per year over the past five years. Forecasts show revenue is on track to grow 14.9% annually with earnings expected to rise at a rapid 64.52% per year. Analysts anticipate the company will reach profitability within three years. These trends suggest that while the margin story is still developing, improving financials point to potential upside for investors keeping an eye on...

Baldwin Insurance Group (BWIN) remains unprofitable, with losses having grown at an annualized rate of 22.7% over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect earnings to surge at 81.77% per year and revenue growth of 11% annually, both outpacing the broader US market. The key message for investors is the possibility of significant profit and revenue growth in the coming periods, which would be a notable shift from the company’s history of mounting losses. See our full analysis for...

Centessa Pharmaceuticals (CNTA) is forecast to deliver stellar annual revenue growth of 74.3%, far surpassing the broader US market’s 10.5% pace. Despite the robust top-line outlook, the company remains unprofitable and is expected to continue operating at a loss over the next three years. While losses have narrowed at an average rate of 4.3% per year over the past five years, there are no signs of an imminent shift toward profitability. This raises the stakes for investors weighing rapid...

Imperial Metals (TSX:III) has turned the corner to profitability, posting average annual earnings growth of 49.9% over the past five years. With a current share price of CA$6.33 and profit margins on the rise, the company stands out for its high-quality earnings and value metrics. See our full analysis for Imperial Metals. Next up, we will see how these financials compare with the dominant market narratives. Some expectations may be reinforced, while others could face a reality check. Curious...

Frontdoor (FTDR) delivered robust earnings growth of 24.8% over the past year, comfortably ahead of its five-year average of 21.2% annually. Net profit margins expanded to 13.1% from 11.4% last year, and the company maintained consistently high-quality earnings throughout this period. Looking forward, Frontdoor’s modest growth outlook and classification as good value, against a slightly discounted share price, position operational strength and improved margins at the forefront for investors...

PPL (PPL) reported robust earnings growth, with EPS surging 17.5% for the year and a five-year annualized earnings growth rate of 20.9%. Net profit margin also advanced, reaching 11.2% compared to 10.2% in the prior year. Looking forward, consensus forecasts point to annual earnings growth of 12% and revenue growth around 5%. Both are trailing the broader US market. Investors must also weigh the elevated P/E ratio of 27.3x, with the stock trading well above its estimated fair value. Alongside...

Cricut (CRCT) reported net profit margins of 10.1%, up from 9.2% last year, while delivering 5.7% earnings growth versus its challenging five-year average of -26.8% per year. Long-term, earnings have declined at an average rate of 26.8% annually, and looking forward, revenue is projected to contract by 0.2% annually over the next three years. Investors are weighing improved current profitability and margin expansion against ongoing revenue and earnings headwinds, leaving the market at a...

Thinking about RealReal? If you are wondering whether the recent buzz means it is finally a good value play, you are in exactly the right place. The stock has put up an eye-popping 204.5% gain over the past year, despite some volatile swings, including a recent 6.6% dip in the last week and a 12.7% surge over the past month. Big news has kept RealReal in the spotlight lately, especially as the company continues to expand its e-commerce luxury platform and rethinks operational strategies to...

Mercury General (MCY) reported earnings growth of 22.2% over the last year, with its net profit margin rising to 6.8% from 6.4% a year ago. Earnings have averaged 2% growth per year over the past five years, and the stock’s Price-To-Earnings ratio of 11.6x sits below both peer and industry averages. However, the share price currently trades above modeled fair value. Revenue is expected to grow at 6% annually, which lags the broader US market's 10.5% forecast. The story is one of improving...

Hackett Group (HCKT) reported a net profit margin of 5.5%, a noticeable drop from last year’s 11.7%, reflecting a decline in profitability. While the company experienced negative earnings growth over the past year, its longer-term track record shows average annual earnings growth of 8.9% over five years. Investors will be watching closely as recent margin contractions are weighed against high-quality earnings and shares that currently trade below an estimated fair value. This situation raises...

Lineage (LINE) remains unprofitable, with net losses deepening at an annual rate of 47.2% over the past five years. While revenue is expected to rise by 6.2% annually, which is below the broader US market’s projected 10.5%, the company is forecast to flip to profitability within three years and drive earnings growth at a robust 58.03% per year. Its current price-to-sales multiple of 1.6x trades well below industry averages and an estimated fair value of $63.34. This places a spotlight on the...

Veracyte (VCYT) has turned the corner on profitability, reporting positive earnings and a stronger net profit margin, marking an important milestone for the company. Over the last five years, earnings have grown at a rapid 29.3% per year, with analysts now forecasting another 26.6% annual earnings growth moving forward. This is well ahead of the broader US market’s outlook for profit growth. While revenue growth is expected to come in at 10.1% per year, just shy of the US average of 10.5%,...

Ardmore Shipping (ASC) reported annual revenue growth of 6.8% per year, trailing the US market average of 10.5%. Net profit margins fell sharply to 13.3% from last year’s 35.5%. Earnings actually declined over the most recent period, despite a robust five-year earnings growth rate of 44.3% per year. Shares were last seen trading at $12.46, significantly below an estimated fair value of $25.38. The company’s Price-To-Earnings Ratio of 11.8x stands out favorably against industry and peer...

Trulieve Cannabis (CNSX:TRUL) remains unprofitable, with losses accelerating at an average of 41% per year over the past five years. Although revenue is forecast to grow 2.6% annually, this pace trails the broader Canadian market’s projected 5.1% growth rate. Despite no improvement in profit margins, some investors may see value given the shares trade at CA$9.3, which is well below a fair value estimate of CA$69.2. However, major risks around profitability and growth remain top of mind. See...

Canada Packers (TSX:CPKR) is expected to deliver robust annual earnings growth of 7%, with revenue projected to climb 5.9% per year, surpassing the broader Canadian market’s 5.1% revenue pace. Net profit margin has made a significant leap to 7.2%, up from 2.4% last year, reflecting much stronger profitability. With analysts calling the company’s earnings high quality and valuation metrics showing shares trading well below sector averages, investors are likely to see a compelling value case,...

Shutterstock (SSTK) reported profit margins of 6.4% in the most recent period, up from last year’s 5.3%. Over the past year, earnings grew 36.4%, reversing a five-year annual decline of 8.6%. With earnings forecast to rise 12.3% per year and shares trading on a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.6x, which is below both the industry and peer averages, the spotlight is on the story behind the margin gains and whether that momentum will hold, especially with revenue set to grow more slowly than the...

Charles River Laboratories International (CRL) remains unprofitable, with losses rising at an average annual rate of 14.3% over the past five years. Revenue is forecast to grow at 3.6% per year, which is slower than the broader US market's 10.5% projected growth. However, earnings are expected to increase by 21.51% annually, and analysts project a return to profitability within the next three years. Investors see a mix of risks from the company’s weaker financial position and slower revenue...

MRC Global (MRC) has delivered a notable turnaround, with earnings climbing at an annual rate of 76% over the past five years and forecasts pointing to ongoing 20% per year growth, well above the broader US market’s 16% outlook. Despite the positive trajectory, revenue growth is expected to trail at 3.9% per year compared to a 10.5% pace for the US market, and net profit margins recently slipped from 2.7% to 1.1%. The stock’s price-to-earnings ratio sits at 36.6x, considerably above peers and...

First Capital Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:FCR.UN) has just posted a notable turnaround by achieving profitability, even as earnings have declined by 13.2% per year over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow at just 2% per year, underperforming the broader Canadian market’s expected 5.1% growth rate. However, the company’s net profit margin has improved from last year and reported earnings are regarded as high quality. See our full analysis for First Capital Real Estate...

Western Midstream Partners (WES) reported net profit margins of 33.9%, a step down from last year’s 43.2%, with earnings forecast to grow at 8.7% per year and revenue at 7.6% per year. Both metrics lag behind the broader US market, which expects 16% earnings growth and 10.5% revenue growth annually. Valuation stands out: shares trade at $38.25, well below a DCF-based fair value estimate of $109.22, and the 11.7x price-to-earnings ratio looks attractive compared to the industry average. Amid...

Wondering whether Skyworks Solutions is actually a bargain or if there is more risk than reward waiting beneath the surface? You are not alone, as plenty of investors are re-evaluating what makes this stock compelling right now. After a challenging period, Skyworks shares have slipped by 6.7% over the last week and are down nearly 17% year to date. This hints at both shifting risk perceptions and potential for a rebound if sentiment changes. Recent headlines have focused on the broader...

Hippo Holdings (HIPO) remains unprofitable, but the company has managed to reduce its losses by 23% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts forecast revenue to grow at 15.9% per year, which exceeds the broader US market growth rate of 10.5%. They also project a potential path to profitability within three years. Although profit is not in sight just yet, investors may be watching closely as revenue growth expectations drive sentiment, even as earnings and revenue are not...