SEHK:1138
SEHK:1138Oil and Gas

COSCO SHIPPING Energy Transportation (SEHK:1138): Net Margin Edge Reinforces Bullish Case Despite Slower Earnings Growth

COSCO SHIPPING Energy Transportation (SEHK:1138) reported average annual earnings growth of 31.9% over the past five years, with net profit margins currently at 14.2%, up from 13.9% last year. The most recent year saw earnings growth of 1.7%, and the company is presently trading at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 16.8x. This valuation appears more attractive than peer averages, although it remains higher than the Hong Kong oil and gas industry benchmark. Looking ahead, forecasts for 11.31%...
SEHK:1288
SEHK:1288Banks

Agricultural Bank of China (SEHK:1288) Net Profit Margin Tops Narrative as Growth Trails Market

Agricultural Bank of China (SEHK:1288) posted a net profit margin of 45% for the latest period, edging ahead of last year’s 44.3%. Earnings grew 5.8% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average of 5.5% per year. The share price closed at HK$5.92, well below the estimated fair value of HK$11.21 based on discounted cash flow. Earnings are forecast to rise at 3.6% annually in the coming years. The bank stands out for its attractive dividends and high-quality past profits, even as its...
NasdaqGS:PPC
NasdaqGS:PPCFood

Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) Profit Margin Improvement Reinforces Value Narrative, Despite Weak Growth Outlook

Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) delivered a net profit margin of 6.7%, up from 5.4% a year ago, demonstrating improved profitability. Over the last five years, earnings have surged at an average annual rate of 43.4%. However, more recent growth of 25.2% is below this long-term pace. With revenue growth forecast at just 1.3% annually and earnings projected to decline by 11.3% per year over the next three years, investors will be weighing these results against the company’s mixed growth outlook. See our...
NasdaqCM:MDXG
NasdaqCM:MDXGBiotechs

MiMedx Group (MDXG) Margin Decline Raises Questions on Profitability Narrative

MiMedx Group (MDXG) posted annual earnings growth projections of 15.73% and revenue growth set at 6.7% per year, even as its net profit margin slipped to 10.4% from last year’s 23.2%. Despite a shortfall in earnings growth over the past year, the company has built a solid five-year track record with average annual earnings growth of 67.7% and high-quality current profits. Shares trade at $7.40, notably below the assessed fair value of $16.75. This presents a potential value opportunity, but...
NYSE:FSS
NYSE:FSSMachinery

Federal Signal (FSS): Margin Holds at 11.2%, Supporting Ongoing Premium Valuation Debate

Federal Signal (FSS) maintained a steady net profit margin of 11.2% year over year, underscoring consistent profitability. Over the last five years, the company’s earnings have grown at an average rate of 21.2% annually, but growth eased to 9.6% in the most recent year. Looking forward, analysts expect earnings to climb 11.8% per year and revenue to grow at 10.8% per year, outpacing the broader US market’s 10.3% forecast. With its current share price below DCF-based fair value and trading at...
ENXTBR:DEME
ENXTBR:DEMEConstruction

A Look at DEME Group's (ENXTBR:DEME) Valuation Following Landmark Brazilian Port Concession Win

DEME Group (ENXTBR:DEME) has won Brazil’s inaugural auction for a port access channel concession, in partnership with FTS Participacoes Societarias. This 25-year contract covers operations and expansion at the vital Port of Parana. See our latest analysis for DEME Group. DEME Group’s announcement of the major Brazilian port concession appears to have reignited market attention, with a strong 6.6% share price return over the past month after a mixed year. While year-to-date returns remain...
ENXTLS:BCP
ENXTLS:BCPBanks

BCP (ENXTLS:BCP): €649.9 Million One-Off Loss Fuels Concerns Over Earnings Quality

Banco Comercial Português (ENXTLS:BCP) reported net profit margins of 25.5%, nearly matching last year’s 26.1%. A one-off €649.9 million loss weighed on its earnings for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025. Looking ahead, BCP is expected to deliver earnings growth of 9.57% per year and revenue growth of 3.8% per year, outpacing the Portuguese market’s 3.3% forecast for revenue growth. This forward-looking growth, combined with a share price trading below estimated fair value, could...
NYSE:RWT
NYSE:RWTMortgage REITs

Redwood Trust (RWT) Trades at Discount as Forecast Revenue Growth Tops Market Narrative

Redwood Trust (RWT) continues to report losses, but has reduced its annual losses by 2.3% per year over the last five years. Looking ahead, analysts forecast revenue growth of 21.4% per year and a striking 98.07% annual increase in earnings, with the company potentially reaching profitability within three years. While shares trade at $5.34, well below the estimated fair value of $9.83 and analyst targets, investors are balancing the upbeat growth outlook with concerns about unsustainable...
NYSE:TDOC
NYSE:TDOCHealthcare Services

Teladoc Health (TDOC): Ongoing Losses Persist, Testing Value Narrative at 0.6x Price-to-Sales

Teladoc Health (TDOC) remains unprofitable, with forecasts indicating no expectation of profitability over the next three years. The company has narrowed its losses at a 12% annual rate over the past five years, while revenue is projected to increase by 2.3% per year. This revenue growth rate trails the US market average of 10.3%. Despite ongoing net losses and a stagnant profit margin, shares currently trade at a Price-to-Sales Ratio of 0.6x. This is well below both the US Healthcare...
NasdaqGS:PLPC
NasdaqGS:PLPCElectrical

Preformed Line Products (PLPC) Earnings Growth Accelerates, Reinforcing Bullish Consistency Narratives

Preformed Line Products (PLPC) delivered 13.1% earnings growth over the past year, outpacing its own five-year average growth rate of 5.3% per year. Forward-looking estimates suggest earnings are set to grow by 12.46% per year and revenue by 6.1% annually. However, both are expected to trail the wider US market’s growth. Despite a net profit margin that has dipped slightly to 5.6%, investors will note the company's price-to-earnings ratio of 28.9x, which is below electrical industry and peer...
BIT:AMP
BIT:AMPHealthcare

Amplifon (BIT:AMP) Margin Decline Challenges Bull Case Despite Revenue Growth Outlook

Amplifon (BIT:AMP) is expecting its earnings to grow at 15.3% per year, with revenue projected to increase 5.7% annually. This outpaces the broader Italian market's 5.2% forecast. However, the company's net profit margin stands at 5.2%, down from 7% last year, and it recorded negative earnings growth over the past year despite averaging 3.6% annual growth over the past five years. With shares trading at €14.72, below the estimated fair value, investors are watching closely as the company...
NasdaqGS:BLKB
NasdaqGS:BLKBSoftware

Blackbaud (BLKB) Losses Deepen, Undervalued Multiple Sharpens Focus on Path to Profitability

Blackbaud (BLKB) continues to operate at a loss, with net losses deepening at an annualized pace of 66.1% over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow by 3.9% per year, trailing the broader US market’s average of 10.3%. Despite these losses, market watchers are focused on Blackbaud’s projected shift to profitability within the next three years. Earnings are expected to climb at a rapid 50.95% annual rate over that period. The setup for investors is a combination of above-average...
NasdaqGS:VMEO
NasdaqGS:VMEOInteractive Media and Services

Should Vimeo’s (VMEO) AI-Powered Upgrade and Earnings Miss Shape Investors’ Long-Term Perspective?

Vimeo recently unveiled a major update to its video platform, introducing advanced AI-powered creative tools and collaborative features at its second annual REFRAME conference in New York, while also reporting third quarter earnings showing sales of US$105.76 million and a shift to a net loss. This combination of transformative platform enhancements and subdued financial performance highlights both the company's push for innovation and the operational pressures faced during this...
NYSE:ELS
NYSE:ELSResidential REITs

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS): Exploring Valuation as Dividend Is Declared and Earnings Show Continued Growth

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS) just declared a fourth quarter dividend of $0.515 per share. The announcement comes after steady growth in sales, revenue, and net income for the latest quarter. See our latest analysis for Equity LifeStyle Properties. Shares of Equity LifeStyle Properties have reflected a mix of steady operations and shifting market sentiment. Despite solid growth in recent earnings and management’s continued confidence, the 1-year total shareholder return sits at -10.56%,...
NYSE:AAP
NYSE:AAPSpecialty Retail

Advance Auto Parts (AAP) Profitability Path Challenges Market Growth Narratives

Advance Auto Parts (AAP) remains in the red, with losses deepening at an average rate of 64.1% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts project earnings growth of 20.37% annually, positioning AAP to shift into profitability within the next three years, which is a faster pace than the broader market's average. Revenue, on the other hand, is forecast to rise just 1.9% per year, lagging behind the US market’s 10.3% growth estimate. The balance for investors is a promising...
NasdaqGS:PI
NasdaqGS:PISemiconductor

Impinj (PI) Priced for 113.9% Earnings Growth Despite Ongoing Losses and Share Price Volatility

Impinj (PI) remains unprofitable and has not reported a recent period of positive earnings, but over the last five years, the company has reduced its losses at an impressive 46.4% per year. Looking ahead, forecasts point to profitability within three years, with annual earnings expected to surge 113.9% and revenue projected to climb 19.8% per year. This is well above the estimated 10.3% growth rate for the US market. Investors will be keeping a close eye on whether rapid growth potential...
NYSE:VMC
NYSE:VMCBasic Materials

Vulcan Materials (VMC): Slower-Than-Average Earnings Growth Challenges Premium Valuation Narrative

Vulcan Materials (VMC) posted 3.8% earnings growth for the latest year, a figure that trails its robust five-year average of 11% per year. Net profit margins edged higher to 12.6%, a modest improvement over last year’s 12.2%. Looking ahead, analysts expect annual earnings growth of 11.08% and a 6.7% yearly increase in revenue, but these forecasts still lag behind broader US market expectations. With strong established growth and slightly improving margins, the spotlight is on Vulcan...
NasdaqGS:INSM
NasdaqGS:INSMBiotechs

Insmed (INSM): Losses Widen 27%, High Revenue Growth Sets Stage for Profitability Debate

Insmed (INSM) remains unprofitable, with losses widening at an annualized rate of 27.2% over the past five years and no improvement in its net profit margin. Yet, the company is generating excitement for its future growth, with revenue forecast to surge 44.4% per year and earnings projected to grow 78.55% annually. This suggests that Insmed could turn profitable within the next three years, a milestone the market could interpret as a potential inflection point. See our full analysis for...
ENXTPA:VIV
ENXTPA:VIVEntertainment

Vivendi (ENXTPA:VIV) Valuation Update Following New Financial Results and Gameloft-Driven Growth

Vivendi (ENXTPA:VIV) released its latest unaudited financial results, highlighting a small dip in third quarter revenue, but a 5% rise for the first nine months, thanks largely to Gameloft’s improved numbers. See our latest analysis for Vivendi. Vivendi’s solid revenue growth from Gameloft has helped brighten its broader narrative, and investors seem to have noticed. Despite some recent softness, with a 4.57% drop in the past week, the stock’s total shareholder return of 43.61% over the past...
NYSE:ETSY
NYSE:ETSYMultiline Retail

Etsy (ETSY) Margin Miss Challenges Optimistic Narratives After $106.8 Million One-Off Loss

Etsy (ETSY) reported a net profit margin of 6.4%, down from last year’s 9.2%, and disclosed that earnings have declined 9.1% per year over the past five years. The company was hit by a significant one-off loss of $106.8 million for the twelve months to September 30, 2025, but analysts are looking for a turnaround with profit growth forecast at 22.5% per year, which would outpace the projected 15.7% growth for the US market. While revenue is expected to grow more slowly than peers, Etsy’s...
NYSE:SYY
NYSE:SYYConsumer Retailing

Sysco (SYY): 5-Year Earnings Growth Undercut by Margin Decline, Challenging Profitability Story

Sysco (SYY) delivered striking results with earnings climbing at a 33% annual rate over the past five years, marking a transition to sustained profitability. Current net profit margins, however, have slipped to 2.2% from last year’s 2.4%. Future revenue is projected to grow at 4.1% per year, trailing the broader US market’s 10.3% pace. Despite the softer growth expectations, the company’s price-to-earnings ratio remains favorable compared to its industry and peer group. The attractive...
NYSE:HAYW
NYSE:HAYWBuilding

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Margin Expansion Surpasses Expectations, Reinforcing Bullish Community Narratives

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) posted a net profit margin of 12.5%, up from 9.5% last year, and delivered earnings growth of 45.3% over the past year, well above its five-year average of 14.4% per year. Analysts expect earnings to grow at 11.9% annually moving forward, a pace that trails the broader US market forecast of 15.7%. Revenue growth is also projected to lag behind at 6.1% per year compared to the market's 10.3%. With high quality earnings and consistent profit expansion, but a slower...