U.S. Communications Stock News

Citizens Financial Services (CZFS) posted a net profit margin of 30.3%, up from 27.9% a year earlier, with earnings growing 15.4% over the past year. Shares currently trade at $54.25, placing the price-to-earnings ratio at 8.3x, which is below both industry and peer averages and notably under an estimated fair value of $81.04. With ongoing high-quality earnings and an attractive dividend on offer, investors may view these results as evidence of operational strength and potential...

Gibraltar Industries (ROCK) posted a net profit margin of 10.1%, up from 9.1% a year earlier, highlighting solid improvement in profitability. EPS growth over the past year was 20.7%, outpacing the company’s strong 5-year average growth of 12.8% per year. Supported by high-quality earnings, expanding profit margins, and a history of consistent growth, investors are likely to see these results as reinforcing the company’s value proposition. See our full analysis for Gibraltar Industries. Now...

Cigna Group (CI) reported a net profit margin of 1.9%, a step up from last year’s 1.7%, with earnings growth over the past year reaching 35.3%. This marks a sharp turnaround from its five-year average decline of 14.2% per year. Shares are trading at $247.1, well below analyst estimates of fair value and at a Price-to-Earnings Ratio of 13.1x, which stands out versus industry and peer averages. Despite forecasts for slower earnings growth of 7.2% per year and revenue growth of 4.5% per year...

Shake Shack (SHAK) reported net profit margins of 1.5%, down from 2.3% a year ago, highlighting a noticeable decrease in profitability. The latest quarter included a one-off loss of $33.7 million that weighed on reported earnings. Forecasts remain optimistic, with analysts expecting annual earnings growth of 22.7% and revenue growth of 12.2% over the next three years. Despite margin pressure, investors are eyeing the potential for strong profit and sales expansion in the coming years. See our...

KBR (KBR) delivered standout earnings growth this year, with EPS surging 93.3% and net profit margins reaching 5%, up from 2.9% a year ago. The company's earnings are forecast to climb another 16.3% per year, though revenue growth is expected to trail the market at 6% annually. A forward Price-to-Earnings ratio of 13.4x and a share price of $41.51, far below the estimated fair value of $92, have some investors taking a closer look at the stock’s value story. Given the track record of profit...

American Water Works Company (AWK) posted earnings growth of 13.1% over the past year, well ahead of its 5-year average annual increase of 5.1%. Net profit margin edged up to 21.9% from last year’s 21.8%, and current forecasts estimate annual earnings growth of 7.91% with revenue projected to grow at 6.7% per year. With shares trading at $126.70, above one fair value estimate of $101.77, and a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.2x, investors are weighing steady profit expansion against valuation...

Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) reported earnings that included a one-off gain of $148.2 million, which lifted its latest twelve-month results. Net profit margin rose to 25.1% from 23.7% last year. The company has delivered an annualized 8.6% earnings growth over the past five years. Recent annual earnings growth came in at 6.7%, but a forward outlook calls for a 5% per year decline in earnings and slower revenue growth compared to the US market. Investors now face a complex mix of...

Southern Michigan Bancorp (SOMC) posted a net profit margin of 22.2%, up from 21.5% previously, which highlights a clear improvement in profitability. EPS grew steadily, with a year-over-year earnings growth rate of 11.1% that outpaces the company’s 5-year average growth of 3.8%. Earnings have compounded at 3.8% per year over the past five years. With the stock trading at $24.50, a discount to its estimated fair value and well below the industry’s average price-to-earnings ratio, SOMC’s...

Entergy (ETR) posted earnings growth of 3% in its latest results, bringing its annual earnings growth forecast to 11.59% and revenue growth to 7.1% per year. While these reflect continued gains, both are expected to trail the broader US market’s faster pace, with average annual growth rates of 15.7% for earnings and 10.3% for revenue. Net profit margins slipped slightly to 14.2% compared to 14.8% a year ago, and over the past five years, earnings have grown at an average rate of 6.7%...

Clarivate (CLVT) remains unprofitable, with its losses increasing at a 6% annual rate over the last five years and no improvement in net profit margin over the past twelve months. Despite slow projected revenue growth of just 0.2% per year, earnings are forecast to surge by 71.65% annually. The current share price of $3.24 sits well below the estimated fair value of $6.33. Given this mix of historical challenges and strong growth expectations, investors are likely to focus on Clarivate's...

Trinity Industries (TRN) reported revenue growth is forecast at 7.3% per year, trailing the broader US market’s pace of 10.3%. Net profit margins narrowed to 4.3% from 5.4% last year, marking a dip in profitability, even as five-year annualized earnings growth landed at 60.8%. However, this latest period benefited from a one-off $51.0 million gain. With shares trading at $27.05, below the estimated fair value of $32.12 and a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 20.1x, investors are weighing the impact...

Algoma Steel Group (NasdaqGM:ASTL) is forecast to deliver standout revenue growth, with projections calling for a 19.8% annual increase, well outpacing the US market’s expected 10.3% rate. However, the company remains unprofitable, with annual losses worsening by 58.9% over the past five years, and there is still no sign of improvement in net profit margin. These figures set the stage for a tension between bullish growth potential and persistently negative earnings that investors will have to...

Newmark Group (NMRK) posted a significant turnaround this quarter, with profit margins rising to 2.5%, up from 1.8% a year ago, and EPS surging 69% year over year. The company’s strong annual earnings growth, which far outpaces its five-year average decline of 39.3% per year, contrasts with a share price of $18.07, still trading below its estimated fair value of $24.29. With a forecast for profit to grow 22.78% annually and a focus on higher quality earnings, Newmark is setting expectations...

Kellanova (K) reported a dramatic turnaround in profitability, posting a net profit margin of 10.6% compared to 6.7% a year ago. Over the last year, EPS climbed an impressive 54.8%, a marked departure from the company’s five-year average annual decline of 5.1%. With three rewards highlighted: strong value indicators, persistent growth in profits and revenues, and a proven track record in both, investors see an earnings story that stands out, even as forward growth expectations remain...

ServiceNow (NOW) reported earnings growth of 41.8% per year over the past five years. Revenue is projected to climb at 15.4% annually, which is notably ahead of the broader US market's 10.3% growth rate. Profitability is also expected to accelerate at 22.1% per year. Recent net profit margins are 13.7%, compared to 12.8% a year ago, signaling improved operational efficiency. Investors are weighing strong earnings and revenue momentum against the company’s premium price-to-earnings ratio of...

Extra Space Storage (EXR) delivered a strong set of results, with earnings growing at an annual rate of 8.9% over the last five years and a standout 17.4% earnings growth in the latest period. Net profit margins expanded to 27.7%, up from 24.4% a year prior, giving the company a clear edge in operational efficiency. As revenue and earnings growth forecasts are set to trail the broader US market, the company’s ability to improve margins and sustain profit growth has become a focal point for...

CVR Energy (CVI) posted a major earnings turnaround, with net profit margins rising to 2.3% from just 0.9% a year ago. Earnings growth over the past year surged an impressive 140.6%, far outpacing its own five-year average growth rate of 18.4%. With the share price at $37.10, well below the estimated fair value of $90.55, investors are likely taking note of the company’s strong margin improvement and potential undervaluation on the back of these results. See our full analysis for CVR...

Utz Brands (UTZ) reported net profit margins of 1.3%, well above last year's 0.3%, and earnings growth of 371.9% over the past year compared to a five-year average of 61% per year. Despite trading below some analyst valuations at $10.44 per share, the stock commands a price-to-earnings ratio of 49.5x, significantly higher than industry and peer averages. As investors consider a solid stretch of profit growth and recent profitability, they will be weighing these achievements against the...

Climb Global Solutions (CLMB) delivered earnings growth of 27.1% over the past year, edging out its own strong five-year average of 26.4% annually. Despite a dip in net profit margin to 3.4% from 4% last year, the company’s earnings are projected to continue rising at 22.9% per year for the next three years, which is well ahead of the US market’s expected pace of 15.7%. Investors will have to weigh CLMB’s steady profit climb against a slower 1.7% annual revenue growth forecast and a...

Flushing Financial (FFIC) posted another unprofitable year, with earnings declining at a steep rate of 36.8% per year over the past five years. Looking forward, forecasts project that FFIC will turn profitable within three years, supported by an anticipated 28.17% annual growth in earnings and 5.7% annual revenue growth. Margins remain unfavorable for now, and investors are weighing future growth potential against the company’s ongoing losses and muted revenue trends. See our full analysis...

SEACOR Marine Holdings (SMHI) is currently unprofitable, with losses increasing over the past five years at a compound annual rate of 3.6%. Over the last year, the company’s profitability has not improved, and investors should note there is no concrete evidence of high-quality past earnings in the current results. With no reward factors identified in the latest data, the continued trend of mounting losses and lack of growth momentum highlights why risks remain at the forefront for anyone...

Invitation Homes (INVH) delivered earnings growth of 14.3% over the past year, which is lower than its 5-year annual average of 20.7%. Net profit margins improved to 20.6% from 18.9% a year ago, supported by a one-time gain of $211.1 million in the twelve months to September 2025. Revenue and earnings are both projected to grow more slowly than the broader U.S. market, with forecasts of 4.5% and 2.3% per year respectively. This places focus on how the company manages consistent profit...

Cognex (CGNX) reversed its profit trajectory this year, with EPS up 23.8% after a prior five-year stretch of 20.4% annual declines. Net profit margin rose to 11.3%, marking notable improvement from 10.1% last year, while earnings outlook calls for a robust 23.7% annual growth, well ahead of the US market’s pace. Despite this, projected revenue growth of 8.3% is set to lag the national average, and shares, trading at $41.31, currently sit just below their estimated fair value of $42.15. See...

Glaukos (GKOS) remains unprofitable as losses have increased at a rate of 14.6% per year for the past five years, and the company’s net profit margin has shown no sign of improvement. Despite this trend, earnings are forecast to grow 103.58% per year and Glaukos is expected to become profitable within the next three years. Revenue is projected to climb at 20.5% per year, which is well above the US market average of 10.3% per year. The key debate for investors revolves around these strong...