NYSE:ESI
NYSE:ESIChemicals

Element Solutions (ESI) Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Outlook Despite Strong Growth Forecast

Element Solutions (NYSE:ESI) posted a net profit margin of 9.6%, down from 11% last year, and delivered average annual earnings growth of 9.8% over the past five years, even though its most recent year saw negative earnings growth. Analysts expect ESI’s earnings to accelerate by 28.6% per year moving forward, far outpacing the forecasted 15.7% annual gain for the broader US market. Revenue growth is projected at 6.4% per year. With a share price of $26, below fair value estimates, and a...
TSE:1930
TSE:1930Construction

Hokuriku Electrical Construction (TSE:1930) Margin Growth Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Dividend Sustainability Concerns

Hokuriku Electrical Construction Ltd. (TSE:1930) posted net profit margins of 5.6%, up from 5% the previous year, while earnings climbed 5.6% over the same period. That annual earnings uptick far surpasses its five-year compound average of 1.2% per year, reflecting a notable improvement in profitability quality. With a trading price of ¥1,394 against a discounted cash flow value of ¥4,294.92, investors are weighing strong recent profit growth and margin gains alongside questions about...
NYSE:EAT
NYSE:EATHospitality

Brinker International (EAT) Margin Surge Challenges Valuation Gap Narratives After 138% EPS Jump

Brinker International (EAT) delivered a net profit margin of 7.9%, up from 4.1% a year ago, alongside powerful EPS growth of 138.4%. Over the past five years, profits have climbed at an average rate of 39.4% per year, and the company is now forecasting annual earnings growth of 8.5% and revenue growth of 4.1% going forward. With high-quality earnings and margins trending upward, investors are likely to focus on how these improving fundamentals set the stage for future performance. See our...
NYSE:CPF
NYSE:CPFBanks

Central Pacific Financial (CPF) Margin Improvement Reinforces Bullish Narrative on Earnings Quality

Central Pacific Financial (CPF) reported a net profit margin of 25.3%, up from 23.3% a year ago. Earnings grew 15.8% compared to its 5-year average growth of just 1.3%. With the company’s earnings quality strong and profit margins improving, investors are seeing a mix of margin expansion, profit growth, and perceived value. Valuation relative to peers and industry averages remains an influencing factor for future expectations. See our full analysis for Central Pacific Financial. Next, we’ll...
NasdaqGS:ALGN
NasdaqGS:ALGNMedical Equipment

Align Technology (ALGN) Margin Drop Reinforces Bearish Narratives Despite Turnaround Forecasts

Align Technology (ALGN) has faced a challenging five-year stretch, with reported earnings declining by 28.3% annually and the current net profit margin at 9.5%, down from last year’s 11.1%. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to rebound at an 18.1% annual rate, above the broader US market’s 15.7% projection. However, revenue growth expectations remain muted at 4.8% compared to the market’s 10.3%. Despite the recent margin pressure, investors may find encouragement in forecasts for profit...
NYSE:VZ
NYSE:VZTelecom

Verizon (VZ): Margin Rebound Doubles Earnings, Underscoring Value Investor Narratives

Verizon Communications (VZ) posted a net profit margin of 14.4%, doubling from 7.3% the previous year, while earnings reversed a five-year decline with an impressive 102.5% growth over the past twelve months. With earnings forecast to rise 3.19% per year and revenue projected at 1.5% annual growth, investors have plenty to consider as the company’s share price trades at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 8.3x, well below both the global telecom average and peers. Strong profitability, attractive...
NasdaqGS:COKE
NasdaqGS:COKEBeverage

Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE): Net Margin Tops 8% as Earnings Momentum Reinforces Bullish Narratives

Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE) has posted robust earnings numbers, with net profit rising at an average rate of 26.5% per year over the past five years, including a 15.6% jump in the latest period. Net profit margin improved to 8.7%, up from last year’s 7.8%, while shares are trading at $132.49, a notable discount to their estimated fair value of $168.96. With high-quality earnings and a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.8x that looks favorable against peer averages, the backdrop for COKE is all...
NYSE:CVNA
NYSE:CVNASpecialty Retail

Carvana (CVNA) Margin Jump to 3.4% Reinforces Growth Bull Case Versus Premium Valuation Concerns

Carvana (CVNA) reported a net profit margin of 3.4%, a sharp climb from just 0.1% last year. The company has swung to profitability, with earnings growing at a brisk 34.6% per year over the past five years. Recent reported earnings growth surged by 3600%, with revenue and earnings both forecast to outpace the broader US market at 20.9% and 26.5% per year, respectively. See our full analysis for Carvana. The next section puts Carvana’s headline results side by side with the prevailing...
NYSE:CBZ
NYSE:CBZProfessional Services

CBIZ (CBZ) One-Off Loss Drives Margin Decline, Challenging Growth Optimism

CBIZ (CBZ) reported a one-off loss of $54.6 million in the twelve months leading up to September 30, 2025. This result brought net profit margins down to 3.9% from 7.1% last year and impacted year-over-year earnings. Despite the recent setback, earnings have grown at an average rate of 5.3% annually over the past five years. The outlook for next year is positive, with forecasts calling for earnings growth of 34.8% per year. With the share price trading well below an estimated fair value and...
NYSE:AER
NYSE:AERTrade Distributors

AerCap (AER) Net Profit Margin Boosted by $1.5B One-Off Gain, Challenging Earnings Quality Narratives

AerCap Holdings (AER) reported a striking net profit margin of 45.4% with EPS growth over the past year at 49.6%. The latest figures include a one-off gain of $1.5 billion, greatly influencing profits for the period. While the company has become profitable over the last five years, both revenue and earnings are forecast to decline from here. This sets up a challenging backdrop despite current margins. See our full analysis for AerCap Holdings. Next, we’ll see how these headline numbers...
NasdaqGS:ADAM
NasdaqGS:ADAMMortgage REITs

Adamas Trust (ADAM) Profitability Surges, High Valuation Tests Bullish Narratives

Adamas Trust (ADAM) has turned the corner to profitability, highlighted by a jump in its net profit margin over the past year. Analysts now expect EPS to grow by 44.4% annually for the next three years, even as revenue growth is forecast at just 1% per year, which trails behind the US market average of 10.3%. The combination of newly positive earnings and robust future growth expectations presents investors with a notable shift in the company’s outlook. See our full analysis for Adamas...
NYSE:GNRC
NYSE:GNRCElectrical

Generac Holdings (GNRC) Profit Margins Hold Steady, Challenging Concerns Over Earnings Quality

Generac Holdings (GNRC) posted high quality earnings this quarter, with net profit margins holding steady at 7.1%, matching last year’s figures. Despite earnings declining at an average rate of 11.3% per year over the last five years, the latest report shows a 6.1% earnings growth over the past year. Earnings are forecast to increase 22% annually from here, outpacing both the expected 8.8% revenue growth and the broader US market’s outlook. The shares currently trade at $165.78, which is...
NYSE:PSX
NYSE:PSXOil and Gas

Phillips 66 (PSX): Margin Compression Challenges Bullish Profit Growth Narratives

Phillips 66 (PSX) posted a net profit margin of 1.1%, down from 2.3% a year ago, highlighting recent margin compression. Looking ahead, analysts see earnings growing at 25.9% annually over the next three years, which is above the projected 15.7% annual growth for the broader US market. Despite high-quality earnings and 22.2% annualized profit growth over the past five years, revenue is forecast to decline at a 2.3% annual pace in coming years. This puts the focus on the company’s ability to...