NYSE:ELS
NYSE:ELSResidential REITs

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS): Exploring Valuation as Dividend Is Declared and Earnings Show Continued Growth

Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS) just declared a fourth quarter dividend of $0.515 per share. The announcement comes after steady growth in sales, revenue, and net income for the latest quarter. See our latest analysis for Equity LifeStyle Properties. Shares of Equity LifeStyle Properties have reflected a mix of steady operations and shifting market sentiment. Despite solid growth in recent earnings and management’s continued confidence, the 1-year total shareholder return sits at -10.56%,...
NYSE:AAP
NYSE:AAPSpecialty Retail

Advance Auto Parts (AAP) Profitability Path Challenges Market Growth Narratives

Advance Auto Parts (AAP) remains in the red, with losses deepening at an average rate of 64.1% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts project earnings growth of 20.37% annually, positioning AAP to shift into profitability within the next three years, which is a faster pace than the broader market's average. Revenue, on the other hand, is forecast to rise just 1.9% per year, lagging behind the US market’s 10.3% growth estimate. The balance for investors is a promising...
NasdaqGS:PI
NasdaqGS:PISemiconductor

Impinj (PI) Priced for 113.9% Earnings Growth Despite Ongoing Losses and Share Price Volatility

Impinj (PI) remains unprofitable and has not reported a recent period of positive earnings, but over the last five years, the company has reduced its losses at an impressive 46.4% per year. Looking ahead, forecasts point to profitability within three years, with annual earnings expected to surge 113.9% and revenue projected to climb 19.8% per year. This is well above the estimated 10.3% growth rate for the US market. Investors will be keeping a close eye on whether rapid growth potential...
NYSE:VMC
NYSE:VMCBasic Materials

Vulcan Materials (VMC): Slower-Than-Average Earnings Growth Challenges Premium Valuation Narrative

Vulcan Materials (VMC) posted 3.8% earnings growth for the latest year, a figure that trails its robust five-year average of 11% per year. Net profit margins edged higher to 12.6%, a modest improvement over last year’s 12.2%. Looking ahead, analysts expect annual earnings growth of 11.08% and a 6.7% yearly increase in revenue, but these forecasts still lag behind broader US market expectations. With strong established growth and slightly improving margins, the spotlight is on Vulcan...
NasdaqGS:INSM
NasdaqGS:INSMBiotechs

Insmed (INSM): Losses Widen 27%, High Revenue Growth Sets Stage for Profitability Debate

Insmed (INSM) remains unprofitable, with losses widening at an annualized rate of 27.2% over the past five years and no improvement in its net profit margin. Yet, the company is generating excitement for its future growth, with revenue forecast to surge 44.4% per year and earnings projected to grow 78.55% annually. This suggests that Insmed could turn profitable within the next three years, a milestone the market could interpret as a potential inflection point. See our full analysis for...
NYSE:ETSY
NYSE:ETSYMultiline Retail

Etsy (ETSY) Margin Miss Challenges Optimistic Narratives After $106.8 Million One-Off Loss

Etsy (ETSY) reported a net profit margin of 6.4%, down from last year’s 9.2%, and disclosed that earnings have declined 9.1% per year over the past five years. The company was hit by a significant one-off loss of $106.8 million for the twelve months to September 30, 2025, but analysts are looking for a turnaround with profit growth forecast at 22.5% per year, which would outpace the projected 15.7% growth for the US market. While revenue is expected to grow more slowly than peers, Etsy’s...
NYSE:SYY
NYSE:SYYConsumer Retailing

Sysco (SYY): 5-Year Earnings Growth Undercut by Margin Decline, Challenging Profitability Story

Sysco (SYY) delivered striking results with earnings climbing at a 33% annual rate over the past five years, marking a transition to sustained profitability. Current net profit margins, however, have slipped to 2.2% from last year’s 2.4%. Future revenue is projected to grow at 4.1% per year, trailing the broader US market’s 10.3% pace. Despite the softer growth expectations, the company’s price-to-earnings ratio remains favorable compared to its industry and peer group. The attractive...
NYSE:HAYW
NYSE:HAYWBuilding

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) Margin Expansion Surpasses Expectations, Reinforcing Bullish Community Narratives

Hayward Holdings (HAYW) posted a net profit margin of 12.5%, up from 9.5% last year, and delivered earnings growth of 45.3% over the past year, well above its five-year average of 14.4% per year. Analysts expect earnings to grow at 11.9% annually moving forward, a pace that trails the broader US market forecast of 15.7%. Revenue growth is also projected to lag behind at 6.1% per year compared to the market's 10.3%. With high quality earnings and consistent profit expansion, but a slower...
NYSE:FMC
NYSE:FMCChemicals

FMC (FMC): Five-Year Losses Challenge Bullish Forecasts of 54.56% Annual Earnings Growth

FMC (FMC) remains unprofitable, with losses increasing by 3.7% per year on average over the past five years. Revenue is forecast to grow at 8% annually, which trails the broader US market’s 10.3% expectation. The company trades at a price-to-sales ratio of 0.5x, which is well below the industry average of 1.2x and its estimated fair value. Looking ahead, the real story for investors is whether the projected 54.56% annual earnings growth and discounted valuation can outweigh concerns around...
NYSE:BLDR
NYSE:BLDRBuilding

Builders FirstSource (BLDR): Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Growth Narrative Despite Attractive Valuation

Builders FirstSource (BLDR) reported a net profit margin of 4.7%, down from 8.2% last year, reflecting negative earnings growth over the last twelve months. That said, the company’s earnings have grown by 3.7% per year on average over the past five years. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to accelerate at a 23.7% annual pace, outpacing the broader US market. Although the company’s revenues are expected to rise only 3.1% per year, which trails the anticipated 10.3% market growth, its...
NasdaqGS:UDMY
NasdaqGS:UDMYConsumer Services

Udemy (UDMY): Valuation Discount Draws Focus as Profitability Forecast Exceeds Market Growth Expectations

Udemy (UDMY) reported revenue growth of 4.5% per year, which trails the broader US market's expected 10.3% pace. While the company remains unprofitable, it has steadily reduced its losses by 5.9% annually over the past five years. Analysts expect EPS growth of 49.21% per year, with profitability projected within the next three years. Shares are trading at $5.63, well below the fair value estimate of $13.57. Investors are closely watching the attractive Price-To-Sales ratio of 1.1x as the...
OTCPK:BFCC
OTCPK:BFCCBanks

BankFirst Capital (BFCC): Margin Improvement Reinforces Profitability Narrative During Recent Earnings

BankFirst Capital (BFCC) posted earnings growth of 3.6% over the past year, a moderation from its robust 14.6% annualized rate over the last five years. Net profit margin rose slightly to 23.9%, up from 23.5%. This signals continued operational strength even amid slower growth. Stable profitability and above-average margins give investors reasons for confidence heading into the latest reporting period. See our full analysis for BankFirst Capital. Next, we will see how these results stack up...
NYSE:ROG
NYSE:ROGElectronic

Rogers (ROG): Projected 161% Annual Earnings Growth Sets Focus on Profit Outlook

Rogers (ROG) remains unprofitable, with losses deepening at a rate of 24% per year over the past five years. Revenue is forecast to grow by 6.4% annually, which is slower than the US market’s projected 10.3% pace. However, the standout is a forecasted 161.37% annual jump in earnings, which could put the company on a path to profitability within three years. With shares trading at $88.27, investors are focused on the potential for above-average profit growth in the near future, even as the...
NYSE:LHX
NYSE:LHXAerospace & Defense

L3Harris (LHX) Margin Growth Outpaces Loss Trend, Boosting Case for Undervalued Shares

L3Harris Technologies (LHX) reported net profit margins of 7.9%, up from 5.7% a year ago, with earnings growing 42.6% over the last twelve months. This reverses a past five-year annual profit decline of 2.2%. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at 5.4% per year while EPS is expected to rise 14.6% per year, both trailing behind broader US market averages. Investors are likely to take note of the improving profitability and below-peer valuation, even as revenue growth remains modest and...
NasdaqGS:RDWR
NasdaqGS:RDWRSoftware

Radware (RDWR) Profitability Boost Driven by $5.6M One-Off Gain Challenges Market Narrative

Radware (RDWR) returned to profitability over the past year, but the company’s recent twelve-month results were notably influenced by a one-off gain of $5.6 million. Despite the headline profit, RDWR’s earnings have declined at a rate of 20.6% per year over the past five years, highlighting a longer-term downtrend that investors may find concerning. While this shift to profitability signals potential, the underlying trends raise important questions around the quality and sustainability of the...
NYSE:BNL
NYSE:BNLREITs

Broadstone Net Lease (BNL) Profit Margin Drops to 22.1%, Raising Questions on Earnings Quality

Broadstone Net Lease (BNL) posted a net profit margin of 22.1% for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, down from last year’s 36.6%, after absorbing a one-off loss of $42.2 million. Earnings have grown at an average annual rate of 16.3% over the past five years, but recent results show negative growth that does not match up with that longer-term trend. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to rise 8.93% annually, and revenue growth is expected at 4.4% per year. Both figures trail the...
NYSE:GRMN
NYSE:GRMNConsumer Durables

Garmin (GRMN) Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Sentiment on Quality and Premium Valuation

Garmin (GRMN) reported profit margins of 22.6%, down from 25.5% last year, and earnings have grown by 9.4% per year over the last five years. This year’s earnings growth slowed to 3.6%, trailing its own five-year trend and the expectations set for the broader US market, with both earnings and revenue forecast to rise at 6.4% and 7.1% annually. Investors are now weighing Garmin’s consistent track record and ongoing dividend appeal against the reality of compressed margins and a premium...
NYSE:IEX
NYSE:IEXMachinery

IDEX (IEX) Margin Decline Challenges Quality Growth Narrative Despite Forecast 13.2% Earnings Increase

IDEX (IEX) posted earnings that are expected to grow 13.2% annually, with revenue forecast to rise 6% per year going forward. While net profit margins stand at 14%, down from 15.3% the previous year, the company has averaged 5.1% annual earnings growth over the last five years but reported negative earnings growth in the most recent period. With no major risks currently signaled and a reputation for attractive dividend attributes, investors are now weighing past quality against recent margin...
NasdaqGS:BELF.A
NasdaqGS:BELF.AElectronic

Bel Fuse (BELFA) Earnings Growth Slows, Underscoring Shift Toward Value Narrative

Bel Fuse (BELFA) reported a 19% increase in earnings over the past year, trailing its five-year average annual growth rate of 24%. Net profit margins came in at 10%, slightly lower than last year’s 10.4%, while future earnings and revenue are forecast to grow more slowly than the broader US market. With this steady expansion but moderating pace, investors are weighing the historic growth against more tempered future expectations. See our full analysis for Bel Fuse. Next, we will see how this...