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Caterpillar (CAT) reported a 16.39% forecasted annual growth in earnings, outpacing the US market average of 15.9%. Revenue is projected to increase by 5.7% per year, while the company’s current net profit margin is 14.3%, lower than last year’s 16.3%. Although Caterpillar has delivered robust earnings growth averaging 20.7% per year over the past five years, the most recent year saw a dip in earnings and compressed margins. This indicates a shift in profitability dynamics. See our full...

KLA (KLAC) posted a net profit margin of 33.8%, up notably from 28.9% last year, with EPS growth surging 42.8% year-over-year, which is well above its five-year annual average of 12.7%. While forward-looking forecasts point to earnings and revenue growth of 9.88% and 7.8% per year respectively, both trail broader US market expectations, setting a more tempered outlook. Investors may see this as a sign of robust operational efficiency, though the gap between KLAC’s premium share price and its...

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (ALNY) achieved profitability over the past year, with average annual earnings growth of 27.5% over the last five years. Looking ahead, forecasts anticipate earnings growth of 52% per year and revenue rising by 25.2% annually, both well ahead of US market benchmarks. With recently improved net profit margins, high-quality earnings, and a discounted cash flow valuation that suggests shares are trading below fair value, investors may see this as a compelling growth...

InterDigital (IDCC) delivered an 87.8% jump in earnings over the past year, easily beating its five-year annual average growth rate of 48.1%. Net profit margins climbed to 53.5% from 36.7% a year earlier, highlighting expanded profitability. With high-quality earnings and a share price that trades at an 18.8x P/E, well below industry and peer averages, investors are watching for risks around an expected -25.5% annual drop in earnings and -12.5% annual decline in revenue over the next three...

Prudential Financial (PRU) is expected to deliver earnings growth of 15.19% per year and revenue growth of 3.2% annually, but the net profit margin has narrowed to 4.5% from 5.6% last year. Over the past five years, earnings have averaged a -7% annual growth rate. While profits are considered high quality, margin compression remains a focal point for investors. With the stock trading at $104.00, attention now centers on the balance between moderate growth prospects and shrinking...

Princeton Bancorp (BPRN) posted a net profit margin of 23.2%, jumping from 15.3% a year prior, while annual earnings soared 72.5%. This marks a sharp turnaround after five years of declines. Earnings growth is forecast at an impressive 28.1% per year over the next three years, outpacing the broader US market. However, revenue is expected to grow more slowly at 4.7% per year compared to the US market’s 10.3%. Investors are weighing the improving profitability and strong growth outlook against...

FirstCash Holdings (FCFS) reported earnings growth of 26.5% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average of 19.9% per year. Net profit margins improved to 8.9% from 7.3% last year, and the company is expected to see earnings increase at a 17.5% annual rate moving forward. While the share price sits at $158.64, well above the discounted cash flow fair value estimate of $71.35, the rising historic and projected profit and revenue offer a compelling growth narrative that investors will...

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) posted average earnings declines of 1.9% per year for the past five years. The most recent annual report points to further negative earnings growth. Net profit margins slipped to 4.7% from last year’s 6%. While the company is expected to grow earnings by 10.4% per year and revenue by 4.5% per year going forward, both growth rates trail the broader US market. Even so, the company continues to be recognized for high quality past earnings and its...

Wondering whether Cheniere Energy Partners is a bargain or overpriced? Let’s dive into what really matters for value-focused investors like you. The stock has climbed 10.8% over the past year. However, recent weeks tell a slightly different story, with a 4.1% dip in the last seven days and a year-to-date loss of 6.3%. News around the liquid natural gas market, with shifting export volumes and global energy demand, has been driving much of the price action. There is also increased attention...

TTM Technologies (TTMI) delivered standout earnings momentum, with EPS growing at an impressive 94.3% in the most recent year and averaging 25.1% annual growth over the past five years. Net profit margins improved to 4.7% from 2.9%, signaling more efficient operations and better cost control. Looking ahead, the company is expected to outpace the broader US market in earnings growth. However, revenue growth is forecast to be more modest by comparison. See our full analysis for TTM...

CommScope Holding Company (COMM) has returned to profitability over the past year, despite reported earnings growth averaging -1.6% annually for the last five years. Margins have moved from negative to positive, though the latest results include a notable $98.4 million one-off loss that impacted the bottom line. Revenue is projected to climb at 9.1% per year, a pace that trails the broader US market's 10.3% outlook. Shares currently trade at $16.84. See our full analysis for CommScope Holding...

Kirby (NYSE:KEX) posted a net profit margin of 9.2% for the latest period, slightly down from last year's 9.4%. The company saw its earnings contract over the past twelve months, reversing a strong five-year track record of 56.7% annualized earnings growth. Kirby is now expected to grow earnings at 7.4% per year going forward, trailing the broader US market's 15.7% pace. Despite solid historical profitability and high-quality earnings, forward-looking growth rates and recent compression in...

Stepan (SCL) reported that earnings have declined 26.1% per year over the last five years, and its current net profit margin is 2%, slightly below last year's 2.1%. Revenue is forecast to rise 5.3% annually, which trails the broader US market growth rate of 10.3%. However, earnings are projected to surge 53.4% per year, far ahead of the US average forecast of 15.7%. With valuation multiples below both industry and peer averages, investors may see recent trends as a setup for potential upside...

Essex Property Trust (ESS) posted standout numbers in its latest report, with earnings climbing 54.1% over the past year and averaging an annual growth rate of 10.5% over the last five years. Net profit margins surged to 44.3% this year, up from 31.4% last year. However, this jump was influenced by a $568.3 million one-off gain, which plays a key role in the comparison. As investors weigh the headline figures, attention is turning to both the quality of underlying profits and Essex’s...

United Therapeutics (UTHR) reported net profit margins of 40.7%, edging up from last year’s 40.3%. Over the past five years, earnings rose at a robust 22.8% annual rate, but most recent profit growth slowed to 14.5%. With analysts forecasting 10% annual earnings growth and revenue set to expand 9.4% per year, both metrics are tracking a bit below the wider US market outlook. Strong profitability, solid margins, and a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 16.1x, which is under both industry and peer...

Virtu Financial (VIRT) posted a net profit margin of 14.7%, a jump from last year’s 9.2%, fueled by extraordinary earnings growth of 130.6% over the past twelve months. This marks an impressive turnaround from its five-year average annual earnings decline of 20.3%. However, with revenue expected to decrease by 12.9% per year and earnings only projected to edge up by 0.5% annually over the next three years, forecasts remain cautious relative to the broader market. Investors may see value in...

Saia (SAIA) reported that annual earnings have grown at a healthy 15.5% over the last five years, but slipped into negative growth in the most recent year, with profit margins dropping to 9% from 12.3% previously. Despite this, shares recently traded at $283.47, which is below an internal fair value estimate of $390.26. Consensus forecasts are calling for impressive annual earnings growth of 20.15% moving forward, well ahead of the broader US market’s 15.7% growth pace. With net profit...

Baxter International (BAX) is currently posting yearly losses, with net losses increasing at a rate of 28.8% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect the company to swing back to profitability within three years, projecting earnings to grow rapidly at 35.21% per year, while revenue growth is expected to lag at only 2.5% per year. This figure is well behind the broader US market's expected 10.3% annual revenue growth. With shares trading at $19.16, significantly below...

Crocs (CROX) posted net profit margins of 5.7%, a sharp drop from 20% last year, after absorbing a one-off loss of $739.1 million. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have grown at an average of 12.4% annually. Looking forward, analysts forecast earnings to jump 87.9% per year, even though revenue growth is expected to lag the broader US market. With shares trading at $82.54, well below an estimated fair value of $139.54, and market participants assessing both compressed...

GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC) delivered a net profit margin of 10.9%, up from 8.6% a year ago, as annual earnings growth surged to 32.3%, far outpacing its five-year average rate of 0.06%. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to grow at 5.6% per year, while revenue is expected to rise at 4.1% per year. Both rates trail the broader US market averages. The combination of expanding margins and favorable value multiples is giving investors plenty to consider this earnings season. See our...

Verra Mobility (VRRM) posted a one-off loss of $98.3 million for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, resulting in net profit margins falling to 5.4% from 11.6% a year ago. Over the past five years, however, earnings have grown at an impressive 21.9% annual rate and are projected to accelerate by 35% per year moving forward, outpacing US market averages. While lower margins and a dip in reported earnings quality raise some near-term questions, a strong growth forecast and a share...

Golden Matrix Group (GMGI) is currently unprofitable, with losses having grown at an average annual rate of 66.5% over the last five years. Still, the company is forecasting revenue growth of 13% per year, outpacing the broader US market’s expected 10.3% growth, with earnings projected to climb 56.22% annually and potential profitability within three years. See our full analysis for Golden Matrix Group. Next, we will put these numbers head-to-head with the most widely discussed market...

Viasat, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VSAT ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 33% gain in the last month alone. This...

EMCOR Group (EME) reported net profit margins of 7.1%, up from 6% the previous year, as the company continued delivering high quality earnings. Over the last five years, earnings grew at an impressive 36.9% annually. The most recent year's growth of 33.9% fell just short of this pace. While revenue and earnings are projected to grow at 8.8% and 10.5% per year respectively, both figures lag the broader US market forecasts. This could potentially cap near-term excitement for investors. Strong...