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Kimberly-Clark (KMB) delivered standout results, posting earnings growth of 16.9% over the past year, well ahead of its five-year average of 1.9% per year. Net profit margins also improved to 12.4% from last year’s 11.2%. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to grow 6.62% per year and revenue by 3.1% per year, both trailing the broader US market. However, investors are likely to take note of strong profit growth, improving margins, and value-focused valuation metrics. See our full analysis...

Arrow Financial (AROW) reported net profit margins of 21.8%, down from 23.8% last year. Earnings have declined at an average annual rate of 11% over the past five years, with further negative earnings growth most recently. Despite the lack of expected revenue or earnings recovery, investors may take comfort from the company's attractive dividend and the fact that its shares, at $27.12, are trading below their estimated fair value of $33.25. See our full analysis for Arrow Financial. Next, we...

Anheuser-Busch InBev (ENXTBR:ABI) posted a net profit margin of 12.2% for the most recent period, a jump from last year’s 9.9%. Over the past five years, the company has averaged 24.5% annual earnings growth, with current-year earnings up 20%. Although this is not as rapid as previous years, it is still growing. With analysts forecasting another 10.03% per year in earnings growth and the stock trading well below consensus fair value estimates, investors are likely to see the current...

Quanta Services (PWR) posted a robust year, with revenue set to grow at 11.1% per year and net profit margin improving slightly to 3.7% from last year's 3.6%. Over the past five years, the company's earnings have expanded by 18.1% annually, including a standout 23% jump in the most recent year, outpacing US market averages at every turn. As the forecast points to continued earnings growth of 17.8% per year, investors see persistent growth and margin progress as key drivers in the story...

Investors in Wärtsilä Oyj Abp ( HEL:WRT1V ) had a good week, as its shares rose 5.5% to close at €28.00 following the...

Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be...

Orion Oyj ( HEL:ORNBV ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 9.8% to €61.35...

Following the solid earnings report from Fiskars Oyj Abp ( HEL:FSKRS ), the market responded by bidding up the stock...

It's been a good week for Aldrees Petroleum and Transport Services Company ( TADAWUL:4200 ) shareholders, because the...

Key Insights Nightingale Health Oyj to hold its Annual General Meeting on 6th of November Total pay for CEO Teemu Suna...

As most Gulf markets have recently ended higher, buoyed by favorable earnings reports and U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts, the Middle Eastern stock landscape presents intriguing opportunities for investors. In such a dynamic environment, identifying stocks with solid fundamentals and growth potential can be particularly rewarding, especially as regional economies continue to navigate global economic shifts.

The Middle Eastern stock markets have recently seen a positive trend, with most Gulf markets closing higher due to favorable corporate earnings and the impact of U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts, although Saudi Arabia's index has experienced a slight decline. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer investors a reliable income stream amidst fluctuating market conditions, making them an attractive option for those looking to balance growth with stability.

Digitalist Group Plc ( HEL:DIGIGR ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a very rough...

PI Industries Limited's ( NSE:PIIND ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 33.9x might make it look like a sell right...

First Mid Bancshares (FMBH) delivered earnings growth of 14.7% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average of 13.6%. Net profit margins widened to 25.7%, up from 24.1% a year ago. Earnings are now forecast to grow at 16.8% annually, ahead of the expected 15.7% US market average. With shares trading at $35.2, below both peer price-to-earnings ratios and an estimated fair value of $76.85, these results point to improving profitability and a compelling value setup for investors. See our...

Rithm Capital (RITM) has delivered high quality earnings, reporting a five-year annual earnings growth rate of 28.8% and maintaining profitability throughout this period. The company is expected to outpace the market with forecast annual earnings growth of 16% and revenue growth of 22.4%. Current net profit margins have edged slightly higher to 18.6% compared to last year's 18.5%. With shares now trading at $10.99, well below the estimated fair value of $17.14, investors are weighing the...

argenx (ENXTBR:ARGX) has achieved a notable turnaround to profitability over the past year, posting high-quality earnings and sustaining a five-year annual earnings growth rate of 52.7%. Looking ahead, consensus forecasts point to annual earnings growth of 28%, outpacing the Belgian market’s 15.6% projection, while revenue is also expected to rise by 18.5% per year compared to an 8.4% market average. Investors are weighing these strong growth figures and recent profitability against...

Apellis Pharmaceuticals (APLS) is currently unprofitable, but over the past five years, it has steadily trimmed its losses at a rate of 12% per year. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to grow 66.69% annually, with the company expected to reach profitability within three years. Revenue is forecast to rise by 13% per year, outpacing the broader U.S. market’s 10.3% growth rate. The current share price of $20.73 sits well below its estimated fair value of $91.09 based on discounted cash flow...

Skyward Specialty Insurance Group (SKWD) posted a net profit margin of 10.6%, down from 12.2% a year ago, while earnings for the past year grew 5.8%, which is substantially below its five-year average growth rate of 58.8% per year. With analysts now forecasting earnings growth of 19.33% and revenue growth of 13.6% per year, both beating broader US market estimates, investors are weighing the mix of decelerating margins against this robust outlook and Skyward’s lower-than-average...

Ionis Pharmaceuticals (IONS) reported continued losses, with net losses increasing at a rate of 7.7% per year over the past five years. Despite this trend, the company provided upbeat guidance, forecasting a return to profitability within three years and projecting annual earnings growth of 55.58%. Revenue growth is expected to come in at 21.9% per year, comfortably ahead of the broader US market’s 10.3% pace. The stock last traded at $74.17, notably below its discounted cash flow fair value...

Urban Edge Properties (UE) is navigating a challenging earnings environment, with revenue expected to decline at an annual pace of 3.6% and EPS forecast to tumble by 29.8% per year over the next three years. After years of strong average earnings growth at 18.5% per year, the company recently posted a sharp drop in profitability, as net profit margins contracted to 23.7% from 60.5% a year ago. These results were skewed by a $73.5 million one-off gain that does not reflect ongoing operations...

Ameriprise Financial (AMP) reported that earnings have grown by 14.3% per year over the past five years, though earnings growth in the most recent year slowed to 5.1%. Net profit margins ticked down to 17.7% from 18.1% last year, while revenue and earnings forecasts call for slower growth than the broader US market. With the stock trading at $454.11, well below both certain fair value estimates ($785.11) and analyst price targets, investors are weighing Ameriprise’s strong historical profit...

Rollins (ROL) posted a net profit margin of 14%, just under last year’s 14.2%, while earnings are forecast to grow at a steady 9.99% per year. Revenue is expected to rise by 7.9% annually, slightly lagging the broader US market's profit and revenue growth rates. Despite a strong track record, with five-year earnings growth averaging 12%, recent results show growth moderating to 9.9%. Investors will notice this combination of healthy profitability and high-quality earnings. However, with...

Myers Industries (MYE) posted a net profit margin of 1.2% for the latest twelve months, dropping steeply from 4.8% a year prior, weighed down by a significant one-off loss of $25.9 million. Earnings have contracted by an average of 10.8% annually over the last five years, and the stock currently trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 63.5x, well above both the global packaging industry average of 15.9x and the peer group’s 21.5x. While shares are priced below a recent fair value estimate,...