OM:EPI A
OM:EPI AMachinery

Epiroc (OM:EPI A) Margin Slip Raises Questions on Premium Valuation Versus Growth Outlook

Epiroc (OM:EPI A) delivered mixed earnings, with forecasts pointing to 8.57% annual EPS growth and revenue expected to rise 4.8% per year, ahead of the Swedish market’s 3.7% revenue forecast. However, net profit margins slipped to 13.6% from 13.9% a year ago, and the company posted negative earnings growth over the past 12 months, breaking a streak of 9.7% average annual EPS growth over the previous five years. While projected growth hints at underlying business momentum, profit growth is set...
NYSE:STEM
NYSE:STEMElectrical

Can Stem (STEM) Narrowing Guidance Reveal More About Its Path to Sustainable Profitability?

Stem, Inc. recently reported third quarter 2025 earnings, showing revenue growth to US$38.24 million and a net loss of US$23.79 million, both improved compared to a year earlier; the company also updated its full-year revenue guidance to a range of US$135 million to US$160 million. Compared to last year, Stem recorded a significant improvement in its net income for the first nine months of 2025, turning a net loss into positive income, while narrowing its annual revenue guidance range to...
NYSE:DTE
NYSE:DTEIntegrated Utilities

DTE Energy (DTE) Margin Compression Tempers Growth Narrative as Profitability Slips Below Expectations

DTE Energy (DTE) reported earnings growth of 4% this year, which is slower than its five-year average pace of 11.7%. The company’s net profit margin declined to 10.1% from 11.2% a year ago. Earnings are now expected to grow at 8.01% per year while revenue is forecast to rise 3.7% annually, trailing the broader US market’s 10.3% rate. Investors see a mix of steady profits and moderate growth ahead, but the recent margin compression and slightly elevated valuation will remain in focus as the...
NasdaqGS:TREE
NasdaqGS:TREEConsumer Finance

LendingTree (TREE) Losses Deepen 28.9% Annually, Value Case Builds as Profitability Targeted

LendingTree (TREE) remains unprofitable, with losses having deepened at a rate of 28.9% per year over the past five years. While revenue is projected to grow by 5.3% per year, which is slower than the broader US market's 10.3% rate, earnings are forecast to improve by a robust 34.31% per year. Profitability is expected within the next three years. Investors are keeping a close eye on the company's progress toward profitability, as the focus shifts to anticipated earnings growth despite a...
NasdaqGS:AGIO
NasdaqGS:AGIOBiotechs

Agios Pharmaceuticals (AGIO) Posts $1.1 Billion One-Off Gain, Challenges Earnings Quality Narratives

Agios Pharmaceuticals (AGIO) posted a one-off gain of $1.1 billion, which drove its net profit margins into positive territory for the twelve months through September 30, 2025. Over the last five years, the company averaged 50.6% annual earnings growth, with revenue now forecast to climb 57.2% per year and EPS projected to rise 43.6% annually. Both of these rates are well in excess of the broader US market’s respective rates. Investors will be weighing the strong growth outlook and low...
NasdaqGS:LAUR
NasdaqGS:LAURConsumer Services

Laureate Education (LAUR) Margin Growth Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Slower Revenue Forecasts

Laureate Education (LAUR) posted another year of solid progress, with EPS climbing 26.6%. This growth is slower than its rapid 74.2% five-year average, but still marks consistent growth. Net profit margins advanced to 16.4% from 13% previously, reflecting greater operational efficiency and ongoing profitability. Investors will note these steady gains, as well as forecasts for ongoing earnings growth outpacing the broader US market, as key positives in the current report. See our full analysis...
OM:INTRUM
OM:INTRUMCommercial Services

Intrum (OM:INTRUM): Losses Worsen at 43% Annual Rate, Challenging Bullish Profitability Forecasts

Intrum (OM:INTRUM) has seen its losses deepen over the past five years, with net losses increasing at a rate of 43.3% per year. Meanwhile, revenue is projected to grow at just 0.1% per year, falling behind the broader Swedish market’s expected 3.7% annual growth. Looking ahead, the company is expected to return to profitability within the next three years, with earnings forecast to grow 3.27% per year, which is considered an above-average outlook compared to market peers. See our full...
NasdaqGS:AMSF
NasdaqGS:AMSFInsurance

AMERISAFE (AMSF) Margin Decline Reinforces Market Caution Despite Discounted Valuation

AMERISAFE (AMSF) posted a net profit margin of 16.5%, down from last year’s 18.5%, as earnings have declined by 12.6% annually over the past five years and are forecast to shrink a further 6.4% per year in the next three years. Revenue is expected to grow at just 4.8% per year, lagging the broader US market’s 10.3% pace, while the stock trades at $39.94, notably below the estimated fair value of $55.41. Despite these headwinds and concerns around dividend sustainability, management points to...
NYSE:DHT
NYSE:DHTOil and Gas

DHT Holdings (DHT): Margin Surge Reinforces Bullish Value Narrative Despite Dividend Concerns

DHT Holdings (NYSE:DHT) posted a net profit margin of 37.1%, increasing from 27.7% last year, with earnings accelerating to 23.6% annual growth, well above the five-year average of 8.5%. Revenue is forecast to grow at 6.4% per year while earnings are projected to rise 14.2% annually. Both figures trail the broader US market growth rates, and the stock currently trades at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 10.5x, notably lower than industry peers and its estimated fair value. With sustained margin...
NYSE:GIC
NYSE:GICTrade Distributors

Does Global Industrial’s (GIC) Margin Focus Reflect a Strategic Shift or Temporary Response to Demand Challenges?

Global Industrial Company recently reported its third-quarter 2025 financial results, revealing sales of US$353.6 million and net income of US$18.8 million, both increasing year over year but missing analyst expectations. Despite growing sales and improved margins, management pointed to weak demand among small and medium business customers, intentional reductions in less profitable accounts, and tariff pressures as key challenges impacting results. We will explore how lower-than-expected...
NasdaqGS:DRS
NasdaqGS:DRSAerospace & Defense

Leonardo DRS (DRS) Earnings Growth Surges 33.8%, Reinforcing Bullish Community Narrative

Leonardo DRS (DRS) delivered a standout 33.8% earnings growth over the last year, handily beating its 5-year average annual pace of 10.4%. Net profit margins rose to 7.4%, up from 6.2% last year, pointing to improved profitability. Looking ahead, the company expects earnings to increase 15.8% per year, with more modest revenue gains of 5.6% annually. This rate is slower than the US market’s 10.3% average. DRS trades at a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 36.2x, below the US Aerospace & Defense...
NasdaqGS:INDV
NasdaqGS:INDVPharmaceuticals

Indivior (INDV) One-Off $165M Loss Challenges Bullish Profit Growth Narratives

Indivior (NasdaqGS:INDV) reported a notable turnaround to profitability over the past year, with earnings now projected to grow at an impressive 26.6% per year through the next three years. This is well ahead of the US market’s 15.7% average earnings growth. Despite this strong outlook, revenue growth is expected to be much more modest at 2.9% annually, and a one-off $165 million loss in the latest twelve months to September 30, 2025, has had a significant impact on the most recent reported...
NYSE:MA
NYSE:MADiversified Financial

Mastercard (MA) Margin Miss Reinforces Valuation Concerns Versus Bullish Growth Narratives

Mastercard (MA) posted net profit margins of 44.9%, down from last year’s 46.4%. While earnings have grown at a robust 15% per year over the past five years, the most recent year’s growth of 10.8% came in below that average. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at 10.1% annually and EPS at 11.1% per year, which trails the broader US market’s projected EPS growth of 15.9%. Despite high quality earnings and a favorable view based on discounted cash flow valuation, the company commands a...
NasdaqCM:AMRN
NasdaqCM:AMRNBiotechs

Amarin (AMRN) Unprofitable as Losses Worsen, Profit Growth Forecasts Test Bullish Turnaround Hopes

Amarin (AMRN) remains unprofitable with losses accelerating at 30.6% per year over the past five years, while its net profit margin has shown no signs of improvement for the latest reported period. Looking ahead, analysts forecast earnings to grow sharply at 98.63% per year, with the company expected to achieve profitability within three years. This is despite revenue being projected to fall by 15.7% per year over that timeframe. Investors are parsing these results for signs that Amarin’s...
ASX:REH
ASX:REHTrade Distributors

Reece (ASX:REH) Valuation in Focus Following Leadership Changes and Boardroom Activism

Reece (ASX:REH) has announced two governance changes that could shape how investors view the company’s leadership. The company named Jacqueline Chow as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee. It also addressed investor activism ahead of its upcoming Annual General Meeting. See our latest analysis for Reece. Despite these high-profile governance changes and some investor activism leading up to the AGM, Reece’s momentum has been mixed. The share price has...
TSE:4204
TSE:4204Industrials

Does Sekisui Chemical's Buyback and Dividend Hike Offset Its Lower Earnings Outlook (TSE:4204)?

Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. recently announced a share repurchase program of 10,000,000 shares valued at ¥30,000 million, while also raising its dividend to ¥40.00 per share for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 and revising its full-year earnings guidance downwards. This combination of increased capital returns through buybacks and dividends alongside a more cautious earnings outlook highlights shifting priorities and challenges in the company's current business environment. We'll now...
NasdaqGS:HWKN
NasdaqGS:HWKNChemicals

Hawkins (HWKN): Margin Dip Challenges “Safe Haven” Narrative as Premium Valuation Persists

Hawkins (HWKN) saw earnings grow at an average of 17.1% per year over the past five years, but the most recent annual earnings growth slowed sharply to just 1.7%. Net profit margins also dipped to 8%, down from last year’s 8.7%. With revenue now forecast to rise 6.4% per year, which is slower than the broader U.S. market’s expected 10.3% growth, investors are weighing these more modest numbers alongside a Price-to-Earnings Ratio of 37.8x, higher than both its peer average (37.4x) and the...
NasdaqGS:MNRO
NasdaqGS:MNROSpecialty Retail

Monro (MNRO): Dividend Sustainability Risk Highlights Tension With Bullish Turnaround Narratives

Monro (MNRO) is currently unprofitable, and its losses have expanded over the past five years at a rate of 27.3% per year. While revenue is projected to grow at just 1.1% annually, which is considerably slower than the US market's 10.3% pace, analysts forecast a remarkable 183.01% annual growth in earnings with profitability expected within three years. Despite recent challenges, investors are watching closely as Monro trades at a favorable price-to-sales ratio of 0.4x and sits well below its...
LSE:MGNS
LSE:MGNSConstruction

Top UK Dividend Stocks: Hargreaves Services Leads These 3 Picks

As the UK market grapples with global economic uncertainties, particularly the ripple effects of China's sluggish recovery and its impact on commodity prices, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks as a source of stability. In such volatile times, stocks that offer reliable dividends can provide a cushion against market fluctuations while potentially delivering steady income streams.