NYSE:INVH
NYSE:INVHResidential REITs

Invitation Homes (INVH): One-Off Gain Drives Earnings Beat, Raises Questions on Quality of Growth

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...
NasdaqGS:CGNX
NasdaqGS:CGNXElectronic

Cognex (CGNX) Profit Turnaround Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Premium Valuation

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...
NYSE:BA
NYSE:BAAerospace & Defense

Boeing (BA): Revenue Growth Forecast Outpaces Sector, Reinforcing Bullish Valuation Narratives

Boeing (BA) is forecasting revenue growth of 10.9% per year, which is ahead of the broader US market's anticipated 10.3% annual increase. While the company remains unprofitable and has reported rising losses at a rate of 2.3% annually over the past five years, earnings are projected to rebound with 79.5% annual growth. Analysts expect a return to profitability within the next three years. The combination of expected profit and revenue growth, undervaluation compared to sector benchmarks, and...
NasdaqGS:NAVI
NasdaqGS:NAVIConsumer Finance

Navient (NAVI): Losses Deepen 38.8% Annually, Raising Doubts About Turnaround Narratives

Navient (NAVI) remains unprofitable, with net losses increasing by 38.8% per year over the past five years and no improvement in profit margin in the last twelve months. Shares recently traded at $11.99, which is above the estimated fair value of $10.87 and reflects a higher Price-To-Sales ratio than the consumer finance industry average. Investors are looking to the forecasted annual earnings growth of 197.63% and a possible return to profitability within three years, along with revenue...
NYSE:PFS
NYSE:PFSBanks

Provident Financial Services (PFS): Earnings Surge 202% Reinforces Bull Case on Value and Profit Quality

Provident Financial Services (PFS) has delivered a remarkable 202.1% jump in earnings over the past year, far outpacing its 5-year average growth rate of 1.7% per year. Net profit margins have expanded to 28%, up from 17.9% a year ago, underscoring a significant boost in profitability and overall earnings momentum. With the share price at $18.49, trading below fair value estimates and industry price-to-earnings multiples, as well as an attractive dividend on offer, investors are taking note...
NYSE:GKOS
NYSE:GKOSMedical Equipment

Glaukos (GKOS): Losses Deepen at 14.6% Annual Rate as Bulls Bank on Turnaround Narrative

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...
NasdaqGS:OMCL
NasdaqGS:OMCLMedical Equipment

Omnicell (OMCL): Return to Profitability Reinforces Bullish Narrative as Margins and Earnings Forecasts Improve

Omnicell (OMCL) has turned profitable over the past year after a period of declining earnings. Profits are forecast to rise roughly 63.9% annually and revenue is expected to grow by 3.9% per year. Its net profit margins have improved and earnings quality is described as high. The current share price of $33.60 sits below an independent fair value estimate of $41.26, hinting at undervaluation despite a lofty 66.8x P/E ratio versus peers. With the balance of risks tilted towards rewards and...
NYSE:OGE
NYSE:OGEElectric Utilities

OGE Energy (OGE): Earnings Growth Outpaces 5-Year Trend, Reinforcing Bullish Margin Narratives

OGE Energy (OGE) reported earnings growth of 29.8% over the past year, marking a sharp acceleration compared to its five-year average growth rate of 7.1%. Net profit margin improved to 15.3% from last year’s 13.9%, while the stock currently trades at $44.46, above its estimated fair value of $39.11. Investors are weighing the company’s consistent profit growth and valuation against signs of slower future expansion and minor risks to its financial position. The latest margin gains are a...
NasdaqCM:THRY
NasdaqCM:THRYMedia

Thryv (THRY) Losses Widen 64.5% Per Year, Reinforcing Bearish Profitability Narratives

Thryv Holdings (THRY) remains in the red, with losses escalating at an average annual rate of 64.5% over the past five years. The company’s net profit margin shows no signs of recovery, and this sustained unprofitability continues to cast a shadow over its latest earnings picture. While shares sit at $8.17, well below an estimated fair value of $19.68, the main silver lining is Thryv’s relatively low valuation compared to peers. This offers an intriguing setup for value-driven investors, set...
NYSE:RSI
NYSE:RSIHospitality

Rush Street Interactive (RSI) Turns Profitable, Challenging Valuation Concerns in Light of High P/E Ratio

Rush Street Interactive (RSI) has posted a notable turnaround over the past year, swinging to profitability with net profit margins turning positive and annual earnings climbing at a pace of 15.2% per year over the last five years. Looking ahead, current forecasts call for earnings to grow by 5.3% per year, which is below the broader US market's 15.7% pace. Revenue growth is expected to reach 14.3% annually compared to 10.3% for the market. Against this earnings momentum, investors are...
NYSE:FBRT
NYSE:FBRTMortgage REITs

Franklin BSP Realty Trust (FBRT) Net Margin Tops Forecasts, Reinforcing Strong Earnings Narrative

Franklin BSP Realty Trust (FBRT) delivered a net profit margin of 38.7%, edging out last year's 37.9% margin. Earnings have climbed at an 18.6% annual rate over the past five years and held steady at 18.7% growth in the last twelve months. The company’s price-to-earnings ratio stands at 10.5x, lower than industry and peer averages. This positions FBRT as a value play, even as its $10.24 share price sits above an estimated fair value of $5.85. Investors face a mixed picture as they weigh...
NYSE:SPGI
NYSE:SPGICapital Markets

S&P Global (SPGI) Margin Expansion Reinforces Bull Thesis Despite Valuation Concerns

S&P Global (SPGI) delivered 20.7% earnings growth over the past year, a substantial jump compared to its five-year average of 7.7% per year. Net profit margin reached 27.3%, improving on last year's 25%. The company projects earnings growth of 11% annually going forward, with revenue expected to increase by 6.4% per year, though both forecasts trail the broader US market. Investors are balancing robust, high-quality earnings and expanding margins against premium valuation metrics and more...
NasdaqCM:OBT
NasdaqCM:OBTBanks

Orange County Bancorp (OBT): Profit Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Community Narratives

Orange County Bancorp (OBT) delivered a net profit margin of 28%, down from last year's 33.7%. Over the last five years, earnings grew at an annual rate of 17.8%. However, the most recent year saw negative earnings growth, and forecasts now call for 12.71% annual EPS growth and 7.6% revenue growth, both trailing the broader US market. Despite slower momentum and margin compression, the stock trades below estimated fair value. Analysts note high quality earnings, attractive dividends, good...
NasdaqGS:TENB
NasdaqGS:TENBSoftware

Tenable (TENB): Attractively Valued With 70.68% Forecasted Earnings Growth, Profitability Expected by 2027

Tenable Holdings (TENB) remains unprofitable, but it is on track to achieve profitability within the next three years as earnings are forecast to surge by 70.68% annually. The company has steadily trimmed its losses over the past five years, though net profit margins have yet to see improvement. Investors are watching closely as anticipated profit growth, relative undervaluation, and progress reducing losses combine to set the tone for Tenable’s current earnings season. See our full...
NasdaqGS:MCW
NasdaqGS:MCWConsumer Services

Mister Car Wash (MCW) Margin Improvement Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Valuation Concerns

Mister Car Wash (MCW) delivered an improved net profit margin of 8.8%, up from last year’s 7.5%, and posted 25.5% earnings growth over the past year, outpacing its five-year average annual rate of 18.3%. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to grow by 22.5% per year, faster than the broader US market’s 15.7%, while revenue growth is expected to be a more modest 6.4% per year. With high earnings quality and solid profit growth anticipated, some investors may see a favorable setup, even as MCW...
NasdaqGS:REYN
NasdaqGS:REYNHousehold Products

Reynolds (REYN) Margin Miss Reinforces Cautious Narrative Despite Valuation Discount

Reynolds Consumer Products (REYN) is projected to grow earnings by 9.62% and revenue by 1.8% per year. Both rates trail the broader US market’s forecasted 15.7% earnings and 10.3% revenue growth. The company’s net profit margin has softened to 8.2%, down from 10% a year earlier, while earnings have gradually declined by 1.7% per year over the past five years. Shares trade below estimated fair value at $25.56. This reflects a business with limited risks and a reputation for producing...
NYSE:FFWM
NYSE:FFWMBanks

First Foundation (FFWM) Price-to-Book Discount Reinforces Ongoing Losses and Profitability Concerns

First Foundation (FFWM) is currently unprofitable, and its losses have worsened at an annual rate of 53.3% over the past five years. With revenue and earnings growth trends both unestablished, and no improvement in net profit margin, the company remains under significant financial pressure. The lack of profit growth means the main takeaway for investors is that risks remain high, with little in the way of established rewards right now. See our full analysis for First Foundation. Next, we will...
NYSE:DFIN
NYSE:DFINCapital Markets

Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN): Margin Drops to 4.3% on $80.7M One-Off Loss, Pressures Bull Case

Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) reported a net profit margin of 4.3%, significantly lower than last year's 12.1%. Recent results were affected by an $80.7 million one-off loss through September 2025. Despite near-term margin pressure, earnings have grown at a 9.7% annual rate over the past five years and are projected to accelerate sharply, with analyst forecasts calling for 62.2% yearly growth going forward, well ahead of the broader US market. Investors are keeping a close eye on the...
NYSE:TDAY
NYSE:TDAYMedia

Gannett (GCI): One-Off Gain Drives Profitability, Challenging Bullish Narratives on Earnings Quality

Gannett (GCI) recorded a notable swing to profitability this past year, with its earnings growing at an impressive 68.7% annually over the last five years and a meaningful improvement in net profit margin. The company’s latest twelve-month performance, however, included a significant one-off gain of $25.8 million, which means recent earnings quality may be less robust than the headline figure suggests. Looking ahead, analysts expect annual revenue to contract by 3.1% for the next three years,...
NasdaqGS:OPRA
NasdaqGS:OPRASoftware

Opera (OPRA) Margin Decline Tests Bullish Narratives Despite Strong Growth and Value Signals

Opera (OPRA) posted robust forecasts in its recent results, with earnings expected to grow 23.8% annually, well above the US market’s 15.7% rate. Revenue is projected to climb 11.6% per year, while the current net profit margin sits at 14%, down from last year’s 35.6%. Over the past five years, earnings have averaged 29.8% annual growth, but the most recent period marked a decline. Against this backdrop, shares trade at $14.53, significantly below the estimated fair value of $48.31, and the...
NYSE:THG
NYSE:THGInsurance

Hanover Insurance Group (THG): Profitability Jump Reinforces Value Narrative Despite Cautious Growth Outlook

Hanover Insurance Group (THG) delivered a sharp turnaround in profitability, with earnings growth reaching 72.7% over the past year. This represents a significant difference from its five-year annual average change of -0.09%. Net profit margins climbed to 9.7%, up from last year’s 5.9%. Revenue is forecasted to grow at 4.5% per year, which is below the broader US market’s 10.3% average. Despite expectations for earnings to contract at an annualized rate of -0.2% over the next three years, the...
NYSE:CDE
NYSE:CDEMetals and Mining

Coeur Mining (CDE): Return to Profitability Sparks Debate Over Growth Versus Shareholder Dilution

Coeur Mining (CDE) has turned profitable in the last year, making direct comparisons to its five-year history a bit tricky. Over the past five years, the company posted an impressive annual earnings growth rate of 44.5%. Forecasts now call for its revenue to rise 18.5% per year and earnings to grow 36.9% per year, both outpacing the broader US market. With high quality past earnings and strong growth expected, investors are paying close attention to how these prospects weigh against recent...
NasdaqGS:LECO
NasdaqGS:LECOMachinery

Lincoln Electric (LECO) Net Profit Margin Falls to 12.3%, Challenging Quality Growth Narrative

Lincoln Electric Holdings (LECO) has averaged 17.6% annual earnings growth over the past five years, but saw negative earnings growth in the most recent year. The company's net profit margin sits at 12.3%, down slightly from 12.5% a year ago. Shares are trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 25.9x compared to the US Machinery industry average of 24.6x. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at 5.3% per year and earnings at 8.6% per year, both trailing the market averages. Ongoing profit...
NasdaqGS:CMCO
NasdaqGS:CMCOMachinery

Columbus McKinnon (CMCO): Revenue Growth Lags Market as Valuation Shows Discount Heading Into Earnings

Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) is currently operating at a loss, with losses having grown at an annualized rate of 3% over the past five years. Forecasts call for an impressive turnaround, projecting earnings to grow by 118.25% per year. The company is expected to achieve profitability within three years, even though revenue is anticipated to rise just 3.7% per year, a slower pace than the US market’s 10.3% average. For investors, the flat net profit margins and lack of margin improvement point to...