U.S. Communications Stock News

Western Union (WU) posted net profit margins of 18.8% in its latest results, up from 16.1% a year ago, while earnings grew 14.1% over the same period, well ahead of its essentially flat five-year trend. Despite the uptick in profits, revenue is only expected to inch up by 1.1% per year, and analysts anticipate earnings to decline by 8.8% annually for the next three years. Investors now face a classic valuation-versus-growth tradeoff: compelling profitability and below-average...

Richmond Mutual Bancorporation (RMBI) delivered a notable 20.4% earnings growth rate over the last year, outpacing its five-year annual average of 5.2%. Net profit margins grew to 23.7% from 20.9% the year prior, and the company’s EPS is backed by what’s been described as high-quality earnings. With ongoing profit and revenue growth, investors are likely to view the expanding margins as a sign of operating strength. The current market premium to estimated fair value could influence...

SLM (SLM) posted net profit margins of 41.6%, up from 40.8% last year, as earnings are set to grow at an annual rate of 11.1%. However, these forecasts fall behind the broader US market’s expectations for both earnings and revenue growth. Investors will be closely eyeing margin strength and relative valuation, with recent results suggesting potential upside but underscored by some flagged risk signals. See our full analysis for SLM. Next, we’ll see how these latest numbers stack up against...

Trying to figure out whether to buy, hold, or sell AZZ? You’re definitely not alone. The stock has turned a lot of heads across 2024, offering up exactly the kind of mix of long-term growth and short-term volatility that keeps market watchers glued to the ticker. Over the past year, AZZ has delivered a 30.0% gain. If you zoom out to a three- or five-year view, you see the real story: a 155.1% and 212.8% return, respectively. Even so, it’s not been a straight line upward. June saw shares dip...

VeriSign (VRSN) reported that earnings are forecast to grow at 5.8% per year, with revenue expected to increase by 4.7% annually. Profit margins narrowed this year, landing at 49.9%, compared to 55.7% last year. Despite negative earnings growth over the past year, earnings have grown at 2.8% per year over the last five years, and the company’s profits are still considered high quality. See our full analysis for VeriSign. The next section will put these earnings trends head to head with...

Universal Insurance Holdings (UVE) posted net profit margins of 7.7%, up from last year’s 4.8%, highlighting a clear lift in profitability. The company’s earnings grew 67.9% over the past year, outpacing its five-year annual earnings growth average of 39.6%. While these numbers underscore an impressive turnaround to profitability in recent years, management now expects annual earnings to fall by 30.4% and revenue to slip 2.6% on average over the next three years. The stock trades at a...

First Western Financial (MYFW) delivered headline earnings growth of 403.7% year over year, with net profit margins reaching 13.2% compared to just 3.1% in the previous period. Over the past five years, however, earnings have trended down at an average rate of 26.9% per year. At the same time, forecasts now see annual earnings growth of 38.9% and revenue growth of 13.7% in the years ahead. Investors may weigh these fast-rising earnings and expanding profit margins against the stock's current...

Alpine Income Property Trust (PINE) has seen losses widen at an annualized rate of 14.8% over the past five years, and its net profit margin continues to run in the red. The company is forecast to remain unprofitable for at least the next three years, while revenue is expected to grow at just 3.4% per year, which is well behind the broader US market’s projected 10% annual rate. Despite these headwinds, investors will note that PINE shares change hands below both fair value estimates and...

Texas Instruments (TXN) reported revenue forecasted to grow at 8.6% per year, trailing the broader US market’s 10% growth rate. EPS is expected to increase by 13.3% per year, also lagging the US market average of 15.5%. Net profit margin dipped to 29.1%, down from 31.4% last year. However, annual earnings growth over the most recent year showed a 1.5% improvement compared to a five-year average decline of 5.9%. Shares are currently priced at $169.13, which is above an internal fair value...

MSC Industrial Direct (MSM) reported a net profit margin of 5.3%, down from 6.8% in the prior year, while earnings have shown modest annual growth of 0.7% over the last five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect earnings to climb by about 10.1% per year. However, this growth rate trails the broader US market forecast of 15.5% annually and remains paired with slower projected revenue growth compared to the general market. These results set the stage for investors to focus closely on future...

Nextracker (NXT) is forecasting revenue growth at 10.2% per year, edging out the US market’s 10% pace, while EPS is expected to climb 7.8% annually compared to the broader US market’s 15.5%. The company reported a net profit margin of 17.1%, which is slightly beneath last year’s 17.2%. Over the last five years, Nextracker’s earnings have averaged rapid annual growth of 58.9%. However, recent earnings growth of 19.3% is below this longer-term trend. See our full analysis for Nextracker. Next,...

Heritage Commerce (HTBK) posted steady earnings growth, with profits rising by 2.2% per year over the past five years and a net profit margin of 23.1%, down from last year's 25.6%. The stock is currently trading at $10.57, which is below its estimated fair value of $13.45. Profit growth is now forecast at a rapid 16.2% per year, exceeding the projected 15.5% for the broader US market. While revenue is expected to grow more slowly than the US market average and relative valuation metrics...

Dimeco (DIMC) posted a robust set of earnings, as its net profit margin climbed to 32.2% from last year’s 27.6%. Earnings growth accelerated to 36.1% year-over-year, far outpacing the 6.7% average annual growth of the past five years. Shares are trading at $41.25, which is well below the estimated fair value of $93.21. The company’s 6.8x Price-To-Earnings ratio is significantly lower than both peer and industry averages. With no major risks reported and a backdrop of attractive dividends and...

Oakworth Capital (OAKC) delivered robust results with net income jumping 165% over the past year. This outpaces its five-year average annual growth of 11.5%. The company’s net profit margin expanded to 24.3%, up from 12.8% a year earlier. Shares are trading at $32.5, notably below the estimated fair value of $48.18. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.8x compared to peer and industry averages, the combination of margin improvement, consistent earnings quality, and a discounted valuation adds...

Betterware de México (NYSE:BWMX) reported a net profit margin of 7.2%, a jump from last year's 6.4%, with recent earnings up 15.8%. Analysts expect annual earnings growth of 26.99% going forward, outpacing the US market’s expected 15.5% growth, even as revenue is projected to rise by 5.8% per year. With BWMX trading at just 9x earnings, well below industry and peer averages, and shares priced at $13.35, investors are seeing the kind of profit growth and value metrics that often draw attention...

Metropolitan Bank Holding (MCB) delivered net profit margins of 24.3%, up from 23.1% a year ago, with annual revenue growth projected at 18.4% and earnings expected to rise 28.7% per year. Both figures are well ahead of the broader US market. Shares are trading at $70.9, which is below the estimated fair value of $151.56 and at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 11.6x versus the peer average of 17.9x. Investors may interpret these results as signs of strong ongoing momentum, with value and growth...

First American Financial (FAF) reported a major turnaround in profitability, with net profit margins climbing to 6.8% this year from just 1.6% a year ago. Earnings growth surged by 419.7% after averaging a 36.5% annual decline over the previous five years. Analysts forecast that profits will continue to grow at 12.2% per year, although this pace is projected to trail the broader US market's 15.5% annual growth. Investors are weighing these earnings improvements and an attractive dividend...

WD-40 (WDFC) reported a net profit margin of 14.7%, up from 11.8% the previous year, with earnings increasing 31.1% over the last twelve months. This growth is significantly higher than its five-year average growth rate of 3.6% per year. Shares are trading at $202.43, well above the estimated fair value of $32.29, and the company’s price-to-earnings ratio of 30.1x is well above peer and industry averages. With high profitability quality, an attractive dividend, and a steady growth track...

ETHZilla Corporation recently completed a 1-for-10 stock split on October 20, 2025, and appointed John D. Kristoff as Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, reporting directly to Chairman and CEO McAndrew Rudisill. This combination of a share structure change and the creation of a high-level communications and investor relations role highlights ETHZilla's focus on expanding accessibility and strengthening its engagement with both investors and the...

CBRE Group (CBRE) posted a net profit margin of 2.9% for the latest period, a slight uptick from last year’s 2.8%. Earnings surged 18% over the past year, defying its prior five-year trend of 7% average annual declines. With a projected 13% annual growth in earnings and 7.7% revenue growth ahead, both trailing the broader US market, investors will be watching how these signals align against a stock price trading above fair value and premium valuation multiples. See our full analysis for CBRE...

Earlier this week, Alector and its partner GSK announced that latozinemab failed to meet safety and efficacy criteria in a Phase 3 clinical trial for frontotemporal dementia due to GRN gene mutations, leading to the discontinuation of related studies and a workforce reduction of approximately 49%. This setback not only impacts Alector's core pipeline but also coincides with the resignation of its President and Head of R&D, highlighting significant changes in the company's direction. We'll...

Fortrea Holdings Inc. ( NASDAQ:FTRE ) insiders who purchased shares in the last 12 months were richly rewarded last...

FactSet Research Systems (FDS) delivered a net profit margin of 25.7%, up from 24.4% the previous year, with annual earnings climbing 11.2%, surpassing its five-year average growth rate of 9.1%. Revenue is projected to grow at 5% annually and earnings at 6.1% per year, while the company's price-to-earnings ratio of 18x remains below the US industry average. Its current share price sits under the fair value estimate of $332.59. For investors, the ongoing improvements in margins and earnings,...

Valley National Bancorp (VLY) posted a notable uptick in profitability, with current profit margins at 26.6%, up from 22% a year ago. Earnings are forecast to grow 17.01% per year, outpacing the US market’s 15.5% annual rate. Revenue is expected to increase at 7.6% per year, which trails the 10% US average. With high-quality earnings, attractive dividends, and a recent 17.2% acceleration in earnings growth over the past year, the recent results signal continued momentum but leave investors...