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Markel Group (MKL) reported a net profit margin of 11.9% for the most recent period, down from 16.4% a year ago. Over the past twelve months, the company’s earnings have declined, even though profits have expanded at an average pace of 10.7% annually for the past five years. Both earnings and revenue growth projections lag the broader US market. With high-quality earnings and attractive valuation multiples, but moderate forward growth, the latest results leave investors weighing Markel’s...

Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) posted revenue growth of 5.7% per year, trailing the broader US market’s 10.3% pace. Net profit margins compressed to 1.3% from 4% as the company absorbed a one-off loss of $137.0 million in the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, reversing its five-year trend of 22.8% annual earnings growth into negative territory for the latest year. With shares trading at $41.22 and a Price-to-Earnings multiple of 63.7x, which is well above industry and peer averages,...

Citizens Financial Services (CZFS) posted a net profit margin of 30.3%, up from 27.9% a year earlier, with earnings growing 15.4% over the past year. Shares currently trade at $54.25, placing the price-to-earnings ratio at 8.3x, which is below both industry and peer averages and notably under an estimated fair value of $81.04. With ongoing high-quality earnings and an attractive dividend on offer, investors may view these results as evidence of operational strength and potential...

Earlier this week, Kepler Cheuvreux downgraded Vossloh AG from Buy to Hold, citing valuation concerns following a strong rally and highlighting potential delays in infrastructure projects by Deutsche Bahn, Vossloh’s key customer. This move has drawn attention to how reliant Vossloh is on timely execution of its main customer’s investment plans, elevating focus on the near-term business outlook. We’ll explore how the analyst’s concerns about delays in Deutsche Bahn’s infrastructure projects...

Gibraltar Industries (ROCK) posted a net profit margin of 10.1%, up from 9.1% a year earlier, highlighting solid improvement in profitability. EPS growth over the past year was 20.7%, outpacing the company’s strong 5-year average growth of 12.8% per year. Supported by high-quality earnings, expanding profit margins, and a history of consistent growth, investors are likely to see these results as reinforcing the company’s value proposition. See our full analysis for Gibraltar Industries. Now...

NorthWestern Energy (NWE) delivered earnings growth of 7.8% over the past year, topping its five-year average of 7%. Profit margins continued to improve, rising to 14.8% from last year’s 14.2%. The company is now trading at a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 16.3x, which is lower than both global and peer utilities averages. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to grow at 5.06% per year, with revenue expected to increase by 4.3% annually. However, the share price remains above its estimated fair...

Beach Energy Limited recently reported its operating results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing Western Flank production of 371,000 barrels of oil equivalent (kboe), which represents a 16% decrease from the prior quarter, with oil and gas volumes both falling notably. This operational decline is significant, given the Western Flank's role as a key contributor to the company's overall output and future revenue streams. We will examine how the Western Flank's lower production levels may...

Gates Industrial (GTES) reported a net profit margin of 7% for the latest year, edging above the prior year’s 6.5%. Over the last five years, annual earnings growth has averaged 7.4%, with this year coming in at 6.9%. Revenue is forecast to grow at 4.2% per year, and estimates call for earnings growth of 11.5% annually going forward, even as the company’s price-to-earnings ratio remains below industry and peer averages. Despite not being in a strong financial position, a combination of profit...

Crédit Agricole (ENXTPA:ACA) posted solid numbers with earnings growth averaging 14.6% per year over the last five years, and current annual EPS projected to rise 3.4%. Revenues are also expected to inch up by 3.2% annually, though both figures lag behind the broader French market’s pace. Net profit margins declined to 24.9% from last year’s 27.2%, reinforcing a picture of modest growth and some pressure on profitability, while investors eye relative value in a sector where margins are front...

Cigna Group (CI) reported a net profit margin of 1.9%, a step up from last year’s 1.7%, with earnings growth over the past year reaching 35.3%. This marks a sharp turnaround from its five-year average decline of 14.2% per year. Shares are trading at $247.1, well below analyst estimates of fair value and at a Price-to-Earnings Ratio of 13.1x, which stands out versus industry and peer averages. Despite forecasts for slower earnings growth of 7.2% per year and revenue growth of 4.5% per year...

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX:CP) posted a net profit margin of 28.4%, a notable jump from last year’s 24.5%. Earnings for the year surged by 20.5%, doubling the pace of the company’s own five-year average growth. With profit margins climbing higher and earnings growth outpacing historical trends, investors may see this as a sign of an improving outlook supported by steady expansion and a valuation that stands below the broader North American Transportation industry benchmark. See our...

Shake Shack (SHAK) reported net profit margins of 1.5%, down from 2.3% a year ago, highlighting a noticeable decrease in profitability. The latest quarter included a one-off loss of $33.7 million that weighed on reported earnings. Forecasts remain optimistic, with analysts expecting annual earnings growth of 22.7% and revenue growth of 12.2% over the next three years. Despite margin pressure, investors are eyeing the potential for strong profit and sales expansion in the coming years. See our...

NMDC Energy - P.J.S.C's (ADX:NMDCENR) stock is up by 3.3% over the past month. Given that the market rewards strong...

Borouge (ADX:BOROUGE) has had a rough three months with its share price down 6.0%. It seems that the market might have...

American Business Bank (AMBZ) posted robust results with net profit margins reaching 34.8%, up from 33% a year ago, and EPS growth of 23.1% over the past year, surpassing its five-year average annual growth rate of 7.9%. Shares last traded at $58.25, well below the bank’s estimated fair value of $104.11, and the valuation metrics, such as its 10x price-to-earnings ratio, which is lower than peers, highlight the expanding profitability and apparent value opportunity. With no significant risks...

Digi Power X (TSXV:DGX) just announced an expansion of its AI data center capacity, adding five new ARMS-200 GPU modules at its Alabama facility. This move highlights the company’s effort to keep pace with growing industry demand. See our latest analysis for Digi Power X. Digi Power X’s recent leap in AI infrastructure seems to have caught investor attention, with share price returns soaring 138.75% over the past month and an impressive 235.09% year-to-date. Longer-term holders have seen even...

KBR (KBR) delivered standout earnings growth this year, with EPS surging 93.3% and net profit margins reaching 5%, up from 2.9% a year ago. The company's earnings are forecast to climb another 16.3% per year, though revenue growth is expected to trail the market at 6% annually. A forward Price-to-Earnings ratio of 13.4x and a share price of $41.51, far below the estimated fair value of $92, have some investors taking a closer look at the stock’s value story. Given the track record of profit...

GBank Financial Holdings (GBFH) delivered a strong earnings forecast, with profits expected to grow 58.1% per year, far above the US market average of 15.7%. Despite this, the company’s net profit margin narrowed to 27.9% from last year's 29.2%, and shares are currently trading at $37.18, which is well above the estimated fair value of $27.27. Trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 28.3x, GBFH stands out as expensive compared to industry and peer averages. Its high-quality earnings remain a...

Prysmian (BIT:PRY) posted a net profit margin of 3.9%, up from 3.5% the previous year, with annual earnings jumping 42.4%, well above its five-year average earnings growth rate of 25%. Analysts forecast earnings growth of 9.1% and revenue growth of 5% per year, tracking just below the Italian market averages of 9.9% for earnings and 5.2% for revenue. The combination of strong historic profit expansion and improving margins sets a high bar for what comes next. See our full analysis for...

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UDR (UDR) has posted average annual earnings growth of 18.6% over the past five years. However, its latest results show a decline in earnings growth over the past year. Net profit margins now stand at 7.4%, lower than last year’s 7.9%. A non-recurring $25.3 million gain has impacted the trailing twelve months. Looking ahead, analysts expect UDR’s earnings to grow 8.3% annually, while revenue is forecast to rise 3.5% per year. Both figures are below the broader US market, leaving investors to...

American Water Works Company (AWK) posted earnings growth of 13.1% over the past year, well ahead of its 5-year average annual increase of 5.1%. Net profit margin edged up to 21.9% from last year’s 21.8%, and current forecasts estimate annual earnings growth of 7.91% with revenue projected to grow at 6.7% per year. With shares trading at $126.70, above one fair value estimate of $101.77, and a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.2x, investors are weighing steady profit expansion against valuation...

MGIC Investment (MTG) posted net profit margins of 62%, a slight contraction from the 64.1% margin achieved a year ago, signaling recent pressure on profitability. Despite an 8% annual earnings growth rate over the last five years and high quality earnings, the latest results show negative year-over-year earnings and forecasts call for a 5.6% annual decline in earnings over the coming three years. Revenue is expected to grow at a modest 3.2% annually, trailing far behind the broader US...

Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) reported earnings that included a one-off gain of $148.2 million, which lifted its latest twelve-month results. Net profit margin rose to 25.1% from 23.7% last year. The company has delivered an annualized 8.6% earnings growth over the past five years. Recent annual earnings growth came in at 6.7%, but a forward outlook calls for a 5% per year decline in earnings and slower revenue growth compared to the US market. Investors now face a complex mix of...