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NasdaqGS:AAPL
NasdaqGS:AAPLTech

Apple (AAPL): Margins Fall to 24.3%, Challenging Growth Story Behind Premium Valuation

Apple (AAPL) reported earnings growth averaging 5.8% per year over the past five years, with net profit margins currently at 24.3% compared to 26.4% a year ago. Despite a forecast for earnings to rise by 8.2% annually and revenue by 5.7% per year, these figures lag behind the broader US market projections. Shares currently trade at $270.37, a premium to the estimated fair value of $231.08. The price-to-earnings ratio is 40.2x, which is well above peers and the global tech industry. While no...
NasdaqGS:CWST
NasdaqGS:CWSTCommercial Services

Casella Waste Systems (CWST): Profit Margin Hit and $32M Loss Raise Valuation Concerns

Casella Waste Systems (CWST) reported a net profit margin of 0.6% for the latest period, down from 1.3% a year ago. Over the past five years, annual earnings have fallen by 37%, and the results for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, included a one-off loss of $32.1 million. The company’s Price-to-Sales ratio sits at 3.3x, ahead of both its peers and the broader industry, signaling a premium valuation. Investors are eyeing projected annual earnings growth of 65.8% going forward, but...