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HEXPOL AB (publ) reported third quarter 2025 results showing sales of SEK 4,692 million and net income of SEK 465 million, both lower than a year earlier, and confirmed continued focus on M&A and sustainability targets during its investor presentation. The company emphasized that despite near-term geopolitical uncertainty affecting M&A activity, it maintains strong financial resources and remains confident in delivering its 75% CO2 reduction target by year-end. Given the earnings decline and...

Iberdrola (BME:IBE) posted 11% annual profit growth over the past five years and is now forecast to grow earnings at 7.7% per year, outpacing the Spanish market’s expected 4.7% rate. However, recent results reveal net profit margins have slipped to 11.5%, down from last year's 14.3%, and revenue growth is projected at a slightly softer 4.5% per year, trailing the broader market. With margins narrowing and revenue forecasts lagging, investors are likely to focus on operational performance for...

Alkermes (ALKS) reported revenue growth of 7% per year, trailing the broader US market average of 10.2% annually. Net profit margins came in at 22.2%, down from last year’s 25.7%. Earnings are projected to decline at an average rate of 11.1% per year over the next three years. Despite the cautious near-term outlook, the company’s five-year record shows it has become profitable, with historical earnings growth averaging 56.4% per year and a consistent track of high-quality earnings that...

Mirion Technologies (MIR) turned profitable in the past year, posting five-year annualized earnings growth of 34.5% and a forecasted leap of 63.9% per year moving forward. This far outpaces both its own history and the US market's average 15.6% growth rate. Revenue is projected to rise 15.9% annually, topping the US market’s 10.2% rate, even as a one-off $10.8 million loss weighed on recent results. With the share price trading at $29.75, above its estimated fair value, investors are...

Globe Life Inc. recently reported its third quarter 2025 results, posting revenue of US$1.51 billion and net income of US$387.84 million, along with updated guidance indicating expectations for continued earnings growth through 2026. Management credited improved mortality experience and assumption updates for reduced policy obligations, while highlighting advantages in serving lower middle to middle income markets using proprietary data and long-term experience. We’ll explore how Globe...

TETRA Technologies (TTI) has delivered headline-grabbing earnings, with net profit margin soaring to 19.7% compared to just 1.2% last year. Over the last five years, the company has shifted to profitability, compounding earnings at an impressive 73.5% annual rate, and most recently accelerating with a staggering 1601.9% earnings growth in the past year. However, despite these strong numbers, investors face a mixed outlook as revenue growth is expected to lag the broader market at 7.9% per...

On October 27, 2025, Shandong Hi-Speed Holdings Group Limited was removed from the Hang Seng China Affiliated Corporations Index, a development affecting its visibility among major investors. Index changes such as this one often prompt large institutional portfolio adjustments, reflecting the importance of index membership in shaping investment activity and stock demand. We’ll explore how Shandong Hi-Speed Holdings Group’s removal from the index could reshape investors’ perception of its...

Materion (MTRN) reported revenue growth forecasts of 7.6% per year, which lags the broader US market's 10.2% yearly pace. Net profit margins fell to 0.9% from 4.8% in the prior year. The company’s earnings were also affected by a one-off $84.3 million loss. Recent results show negative earnings growth compared to the prior period, despite a five-year average growth rate of 1.6% annually. With profitability under pressure, investors are weighing the outlook as Materion trades below fair value...

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Herc Holdings (HRI) is currently unprofitable, but the company cut its losses by 2% per year over the past five years and is forecast to achieve robust revenue growth of 10.6% annually, just above the US market’s 10.2% average. Earnings are projected to climb 48.32% per year, and HRI is expected to reach profitability within the next three years. With these forecasts and a focus on future earnings momentum, many investors may see this as a meaningful pivot point for the company’s performance...

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United Parcel Service (UPS) reported that revenue is forecast to increase by 2% per year, lagging the broader US market's projection of 10.3% annual growth. Earnings are expected to rise at 7.57% per year, also trailing the US market average of 15.7%. The company’s net profit margin currently stands at 6.1%, a slight decrease from 6.2% the prior year, and earnings have declined by an average of 2.1% per year over the past five years. Despite the softer growth outlook, some investors may take...

Centerra Gold (TSX:CG) reported a one-off gain of $288.0 million over the past twelve months to September 30, 2025, which drove its net profit margin up to 26.4%. This marks a significant jump from last year’s 8.3%. Earnings surged 225.3% year-over-year, a sharp turnaround from the company’s 5-year average decline of -12.3% per year. Profit margins and earnings have both seen marked improvements as Centerra returned to profitability. Investors are now weighing strong headline numbers and...

Alleima AB (publ) recently announced its third-quarter and nine-month 2025 earnings, reporting sales of SEK 4,222 million and SEK 14,137 million respectively, both lower than the corresponding periods last year, along with a decrease in net income to SEK 85 million for the quarter and SEK 683 million for the nine months. This setback in earnings comes just days after the company named Christian Swartling as its new Executive Vice President and General Counsel, signaling leadership changes...

Arcutis Biotherapeutics (ARQT) remains unprofitable but has managed to shrink its losses over the last five years, recording a 3.3% annual rate of improvement. The company’s revenue is projected to grow at 24% per year, notably faster than the US market average of 10.2%. With a negative net profit margin but a favorable Price-to-Sales Ratio of 9.7x, trading well below biotech peers and the broader industry, Arcutis offers a compelling risk and reward setup focused squarely on strong growth...

Sound Financial Bancorp (SFBC) delivered a sharp earnings turnaround this year, with net profit margin climbing to 17.6% from 11.1% a year ago and EPS jumping 74.2% after several years of earnings decline averaging 12.5% per year. Despite this improvement, shares are now trading at $44.05, putting the price-to-earnings ratio at 16.5x. This is above peer and sector averages, and also above an estimated fair value of $39.57. Investors will see robust profit expansion and margin rebound;...

First Community Bankshares (FCBC) reported a net profit margin of 30.1%, down slightly from 30.9% last year. Earnings have grown at an annual rate of 4.4% over the last five years. Looking ahead, the company is forecast to grow revenue at 8.6% per year and earnings at 1.3% per year, both of which trail broader US market projections of 10.2% and 15.6% respectively. While FCBC’s earnings are characterized as high quality, the recent decrease in margins and slower growth outlooks are balanced by...

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CGN Power (SEHK:1816) posted a 1.3% annual earnings growth over the past five years, while revenues are projected to climb at 6.3% per year, which lags the Hong Kong market’s expected 8.6%. Net profit margins currently sit at 11.2%, down from last year’s 13%, and forecasts see earnings growth accelerating to 8.9% per year, though this is still behind the market’s anticipated 12.3%. For investors, the numbers show mixed momentum, but a favorable Price-to-Earnings ratio and a market price below...

First Busey (BUSE) saw its net profit margin fall to 16.7% from last year's 25.5%, and over the past five years, the company posted an average annual earnings decline of 4.3%. Despite this recent softness, the market is watching closely, as the current share price of $22.53 sits well below the estimated fair value of $51.05. Future earnings are forecast to grow 43.1% per year, which is far above the US market average of 15.6%. See our full analysis for First Busey. Next, we will see how these...

Xylem (NYSE:XYL) posted a net profit margin of 10.7%, up from 9.9% a year ago, reflecting improved profitability. Earnings have grown at a robust 26.5% per year over the last five years. However, the most recent year’s earnings growth came in at 14.2%, just below its long-term pace. Investors are watching closely as the share price of $152.95 stands above its estimated fair value. The company continues to deliver ongoing profit and revenue growth, balanced against tempered future growth...

CoStar Group (CSGP) posted a 13.3% annual revenue growth forecast, outpacing the US market’s projected 10.2% per year. Despite this strong outlook, EPS has declined by 11.6% per year over the past five years, and net profit margin has narrowed to just 0.7%, down sharply from 6.6% a year ago. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to rebound dramatically, with analysts expecting 112% annual growth over the next three years, well above the US market average of 15.6% per year. See our full...