NasdaqCM:SMLR
NasdaqCM:SMLRMedical Equipment

Semler Scientific (SMLR): Revisiting Valuation Following DOJ Probe and Class Action Lawsuit Announcements

Semler Scientific (SMLR) is drawing attention after a wave of class action lawsuits was announced. These lawsuits focus on claims that the company did not disclose a significant Department of Justice investigation into possible False Claims Act violations. See our latest analysis for Semler Scientific. After a rough patch that saw Semler Scientific’s share price tumble over the past year, market momentum turned turbulent again following news of the DOJ probe and a CFO departure. While the...
NYSE:CTO
NYSE:CTOREITs

CTO Realty Growth (CTO): Losses Worsen as Unprofitability Persists, Challenging Value-Driven Narratives

CTO Realty Growth (CTO) remains in the red, with losses widening at an annual rate of 67.6% over the past five years and no improvement in net profit margin or overall profitability. While the company’s revenue is expected to grow by 6.8% per year, that pace lags behind the broader U.S. market’s 10.2% per year, and earnings are forecast to stay negative for at least the next three years. For investors, the potential reward is that shares are currently trading well below one estimate of fair...
NYSE:AKR
NYSE:AKRRetail REITs

Acadia Realty Trust (AKR): $46M One-Off Loss Challenges Bullish Margin Recovery Narratives

Acadia Realty Trust (NYSE:AKR) posted a 10.33% annual revenue growth forecast and a 2.1% projected EPS growth rate, lagging behind the broader US market’s expected earnings pace. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have grown by 10.6% per year, and net profit margins reached 3.7% in the latest period, up from 2.9% last year. This was despite a significant one-off loss of $46.0 million impacting the most recent results. With these profit and revenue growth trends, investors...
NYSE:GPI
NYSE:GPISpecialty Retail

Group 1 Automotive (GPI): Net Margin Decline Highlights Pressure on Bull Case in Latest Earnings

Group 1 Automotive (GPI) posted a net profit margin of 1.6%, a pullback from 2.6% a year ago, with annual earnings dipping over the past twelve months despite averaging 1.9% per year growth over the last five years. Shares last closed at $404.24, below an estimated fair value of $417.17, and trade at a 13.9x P/E, which is under the wider US Specialty Retail sector average but above peer levels. With earnings expected to climb 15.84% each year and revenue projected at 3.9% annual growth, the...
NasdaqGS:ZEUS
NasdaqGS:ZEUSMetals and Mining

Olympic Steel (ZEUS): Net Margin Decline Reinforces Concerns Over Valuation and Growth Narratives

Olympic Steel (ZEUS) posted revenue that is forecast to grow at 2.8% per year, trailing the broader US market’s projected 10.2% annual rate. Net profit margins currently stand at 0.7%, down from last year’s 1.3%, and the company experienced negative earnings growth over the past year, despite a five-year transition to profitability. With the share price trading above estimated fair value at $36.84 per share and a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.9x, investors now face the question of whether the...
NasdaqGS:UMBF
NasdaqGS:UMBFBanks

UMB Financial (UMBF) Margin Expansion Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Premium Valuation

UMB Financial (UMBF) posted net profit margins of 26.8%, a gain from 25.7% last year, with annual EPS growth averaging 8.1% over five years. Recent results show annual earnings up 51.7%, well above the longer-term average, and the company is guiding for 24.6% annual earnings growth compared to the US market’s slower pace. Robust profit and revenue growth, improving margins, and five reward signals stand out as key positives for investors this quarter. See our full analysis for UMB...
NYSE:MOG.A
NYSE:MOG.AAerospace & Defense

Has the Market Priced Moog Fairly After Its Latest Defense Contract Wins?

Wondering if Moog is undervalued right now? You're not alone, especially as more investors start running the numbers on this industrial powerhouse. The stock's been moving steadily, with a 3.3% gain in the last week and up 6.2% year-to-date. This hints at renewed optimism and perhaps some shifting risk perceptions. Recent headlines have highlighted Moog's expansion into defense technologies and several notable contract wins. These developments are fueling both short-term enthusiasm and...
NasdaqGS:ILPT
NasdaqGS:ILPTIndustrial REITs

Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT): Losses Deepen 41.5% Per Year, Testing Value Narrative

Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT) has seen losses deepen over the past five years, with annual losses increasing by 41.5%. The company remains unprofitable and is expected to continue operating at a loss for at least the next three years. Revenue is forecasted to grow at 3.1% per year, which trails the US market average of 10.2%. As a result, investors face a mix of recognized value given a price-to-sales ratio of 0.8x and a share price of $5.26, which is below the estimated fair...
NasdaqGS:VMEO
NasdaqGS:VMEOInteractive Media and Services

Vimeo (VMEO) Margin Drops Sharply, Challenging Bullish Outlook Despite Strong Profit Growth Forecast

Vimeo (VMEO) is forecasting robust earnings growth of 44.7% per year, well ahead of the broader US market's projected average. Although the company has achieved profitability over the past five years, averaging annual earnings growth of 48.3%, its net profit margin has slipped to 0.3% from last year's 7.9%. Investors are weighing this strong growth outlook against recent margin compression, a one-off $2.2 million loss, and a valuation that looks expensive compared to industry peers, with a...
NYSE:CMRE
NYSE:CMREShipping

Should Investors Reassess Costamare After 5% Weekly Jump and Fleet Renewal News?

Trying to figure out what to do with Costamare stock? You are not alone. With Costamare’s share price recently closing at $12.07, there has been plenty of churning in the stock price over the short term, but long-term performance paints a different picture. In the last week, the stock jumped 5.3%, reversing some of the mild declines from the previous month, where it dipped by 1.8%. Looking at the year to date, Costamare is still down 10.6%. If you look a little farther back, the story is much...
NYSE:V
NYSE:VDiversified Financial

Visa (V) Margin Compression Undercuts Bullish Profit Narratives Despite Strong Earnings Track Record

Visa (V) posted a net profit margin of 50.1%, down from last year's 54.2%, pointing to margin compression year-over-year. While the company's earnings have grown at an average rate of 14.4% annually over the past five years, recent annual earnings growth slowed to 3.1%, which is notably below its historical pace. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to rise by 11.46% per year and revenue by 9.5% annually, although both are trailing behind broader US market expectations. Visa's consistent...
NasdaqGS:HOPE
NasdaqGS:HOPEBanks

Hope Bancorp (HOPE) Margin Falls to 11.2%, Challenging Profitability Narrative After $20.7M Loss

Hope Bancorp (HOPE) reported a sharp drop in profitability this period, with net profit margin contracting to 11.2% from 21.1% a year ago. The slide followed a one-off $20.7 million loss, and capped off another challenging year in which earnings declined by 13.7% annually over the last five years, capped by negative earnings growth in the most recent twelve months. With forecasts now pointing to annual earnings growth of 60.5% over the next three years, which is well above the US market's...
NYSE:NBR
NYSE:NBREnergy Services

Nabors Industries (NBR): One-Off Gain Drives Profit, Raising Questions on Sustainability vs. Bull Narratives

Nabors Industries (NBR) recently swung to profitability, posting a net profit margin improvement for the twelve months through September 2025 with a significant one-off gain of $458.5 million. Over the last five years, average annual earnings growth has been a robust 48.2%, but forecasts now point to a steep 79% annual decline in earnings over the next three years, while revenue is expected to grow just 3.3% per year. This is well behind the US market’s 10.2% pace. With shares last trading at...
NasdaqGM:PAMT
NasdaqGM:PAMTTransportation

Pamt (PAMT): Profitability Worsens with Annual Net Losses Up 39.5% Heading Into Earnings

Pamt (PAMT) reported that losses have grown at an annualized rate of 39.5% over the past five years, with net profit margins showing no improvement. The company’s Price-To-Sales Ratio sits at 0.4x, offering a discount to both its peer average of 0.6x and the broader US Transportation industry at 1.3x. However, these valuation discounts are counterbalanced by persistent losses and an uncertain financial outlook. See our full analysis for Pamt. Next, we will see how these numbers measure up...
NYSE:DHI
NYSE:DHIConsumer Durables

D.R. Horton (DHI) Margin Decline Reinforces Investor Caution Despite Ongoing Growth

D.R. Horton (DHI) posted net profit margins of 10.5%, down from 12.9% last year. While the builder’s earnings have grown at an annualized 4.5% over the past five years, the latest results reflect negative year-over-year earnings growth, and shares are currently trading at $148.29, a premium to its estimated fair value and above industry average multiples. Investors will be focused on the balance between D.R. Horton’s ongoing profit and revenue growth prospects compared to the caution signaled...
NasdaqGS:THFF
NasdaqGS:THFFBanks

First Financial (THFF) Margin Surge Challenges Cautious Growth Narratives

First Financial (THFF) delivered net profit margins of 30.2%, a jump from 22.9% the prior year, while EPS surged 70.3% over the same period. This far outpaces the company’s five-year average annual earnings growth of just 0.6%. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.6x, lower than both the industry average and peers, and shares trading well beneath the estimated fair value of $123.17, investors are sure to notice THFF's combination of improved profitability and discounted valuation. The latest...
NYSE:MTH
NYSE:MTHConsumer Durables

Meritage Homes (MTH) Margin Drop Challenges Bullish Narratives on Operational Efficiency

Meritage Homes (MTH) has reported average revenue growth forecasts of 6.3% per year and earnings growth of 2.3% annually, both trailing the broader US market expectations of 10.2% and 15.6% respectively. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings grew at a 5.3% yearly pace. Most recently, Meritage experienced a decline in earnings, with net profit margins now at 9%, down from 12.6% a year ago. The cooling in growth rates and margin compression highlight a company known for historical...
NasdaqGS:EXLS
NasdaqGS:EXLSProfessional Services

ExlService Holdings (EXLS) Posts 28.5% Earnings Growth, Reinforcing Bullish Investor Narratives

ExlService Holdings (EXLS) reported revenue that is forecast to grow at 10.4% per year, just ahead of the US market’s 10.2%, while net income delivered a standout 28.5% gain over the past year. Over the past five years, earnings have compounded at 19% annually, and net profit margins climbed to 11.9% from 10.6%, marking a further boost in profitability. With no identified risks and several upside factors in play, including favorable valuation metrics and a share price below analyst targets,...
NasdaqGS:PROV
NasdaqGS:PROVBanks

Provident Financial Holdings (PROV) Margin Miss Reinforces Concerns Over Valuation Premium

Provident Financial Holdings (PROV) posted net profit margins of 15.2% for the period, a drop from last year's 18.8%. Over the past twelve months, earnings growth turned negative, with average annual earnings declining by 2.4% over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow at 3.1% per year, trailing the broader US market’s predicted 10.2% annual pace, and its shares are currently trading at $15.79, a premium to both industry and peer price-to-earnings ratios, as well as above an...
NYSE:MSA
NYSE:MSACommercial Services

MSA Safety (MSA): Net Margin Dips to 15%, Testing Bullish Valuation Narrative

MSA Safety (MSA) delivered annual earnings growth of 2.4% on a 15% net profit margin, while analysts forecast the company’s earnings to grow at 11.3% annually in the years ahead. Revenue trends remain constructive with expectations for a 4.8% annual increase, and notable five-year average earnings growth of 31.3%. With high-quality earnings and only minor risk factors reported, investors are focusing on what the long-term profit trajectory means as short-term growth momentum moderates. See...
NasdaqGM:ENPH
NasdaqGM:ENPHSemiconductor

Enphase Energy (ENPH) Profit Margin Surge Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Slower Growth Outlook

Enphase Energy (ENPH) posted a jump in net profit margin to 12.9%, up sharply from 4.9% a year ago. Year-over-year earnings growth reached 218.4%, easily surpassing its five-year earnings growth average of just 3.3% per year. At the same time, the stock trades at a Price-To-Earnings Ratio of 20.8x, notably below both the US semiconductor industry average of 39.8x and its peer group’s 46.9x. Shares are currently priced at $31.14, sitting under the estimated fair value of $38.49. Investors will...
NYSE:IVZ
NYSE:IVZCapital Markets

Invesco (IVZ): Profitability Returns But Revenue Declines Reinforce Questions on Growth Narrative

Invesco (IVZ) has seen its earnings decline by 24.7% per year over the past five years, though the company has turned a profit in the past year. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to grow at 13.8% per year, while revenue is expected to decrease by 3.1% annually over the next three years. Investors are likely to weigh the combination of recent improved profitability and income potential against the outlook for slower than market profit growth and anticipated revenue softness. See our full...
NYSE:AXTA
NYSE:AXTAChemicals

Axalta (AXTA) Margin Growth Reinforces Value Narrative After 39% Earnings Jump

Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) delivered earnings growth of 39.1% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average growth of 20.9% per year. Net profit margins climbed to 8.8%, up from last year’s 6.2%. Investors are taking note of a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 13.8x, which stands well below industry averages. With forecasts projecting annual earnings growth of 10.1% and revenue growth of 2.6%, the latest results highlight a favorable mix of profitability and valuation momentum. See our full...
NYSE:BE
NYSE:BEElectrical

Bloom Energy (BE) Premium Valuation Persists Despite $19.9 Million Non-Recurring Loss

Bloom Energy (BE) reported earnings growth of 12.3% per year over the past five years, and has recently turned profitable, despite a non-recurring loss of $19.9 million impacting its financial results for the twelve months through September 2025. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to jump 56.8% annually and revenue is projected to grow 29.4% per year, both well ahead of the US market averages. With premium valuation metrics and robust growth expectations, investors will be weighing Bloom...