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NYSE:MCS
NYSE:MCSEntertainment

Marcus (MCS) Posts One-Off $6.8M Loss, Challenging Bullish Swing-to-Profitability Narratives

Marcus (MCS) has swung to profitability, growing EPS at an average rate of 69.1% per year over the past five years, with earnings now forecast to climb another 43.3% annually. This is far ahead of the US market’s 15.9% growth forecast. Shares trade at $14.4, notably below the estimated fair value of $30.78, while a one-off $6.8 million loss weighed on recent reported results. Investors are now evaluating the prospects for sustained earnings momentum alongside the stock’s relatively high...
NYSE:EIG
NYSE:EIGInsurance

EIG Net Margin Drops to 11.4%, Reinforcing Cautious Growth Narratives

Employers Holdings (EIG) posted a net profit margin of 11.4%, down from 13.8% last year, reflecting a modest contraction in profitability. Over the past five years, earnings have declined by 1% annually, and looking ahead, revenue is forecast to shrink at a rate of -1.1% per year, with EPS growth expected at just 0.4% annually, which is well below the broader US market's 15.9% forecast. Despite the tempered growth trends, the company’s high-quality earnings and attractive dividend profile...
NYSE:WLKP
NYSE:WLKPChemicals

Westlake Chemical Partners (WLKP) Holds Net Margin Steady, Reinforcing Income-Focused Narrative

Westlake Chemical Partners (WLKP) posted a net profit margin of 4.8%, matching last year’s figure, while the company’s earnings have slipped by 6.7% annually over the past five years. Although revenue is forecast to grow at 7.7% each year, which trails the US market’s 10.3% pace, the shares currently trade at $18.86, notably below the fair value estimate of $49.88. With a Price-to-Earnings ratio of 12.6x, lower than both the industry and peer averages, and ongoing profit declines, investors...
NYSE:WEAV
NYSE:WEAVSoftware

Weave Communications (WEAV): Revenue Growth Forecast Outpaces Sector but Unprofitability Challenges Bullish Narratives

Weave Communications (WEAV) is expected to grow revenue at a 14% annual clip, notably ahead of the broader US market's projected 10.3% rate. Despite steady progress in reducing losses by 13.2% per year over the past five years, the company remains unprofitable and is not forecast to break even within the next three years. With a Price-to-Sales ratio sitting at 2.5x, well below both industry and peer averages, and shares trading at $7.41, which is less than the $11.35 estimated fair value,...
NasdaqGS:JAKK
NasdaqGS:JAKKLeisure

JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Narratives Despite Strong Earnings Outlook

JAKKS Pacific (JAKK) reported net profit margins at 1.3%, a sharp pullback from last year’s 4.8%, as recent profitability turned negative year-on-year despite strong 31% average annual earnings growth over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts are betting on a rebound with earnings forecast to jump 138.5% annually over the next three years, although revenue is only expected to grow 5.7% per year, trailing the broader US market. Margins have compressed and valuation is looking rich,...
NYSE:SPXC
NYSE:SPXCMachinery

SPX Technologies (SPXC) Margin Improvement Reinforces Bullish Narrative Despite High Valuation

SPX Technologies (SPXC) delivered robust earnings performance with net profit margins rising to 10.4%, up from 9.2% a year ago, signaling tangible improvement in profitability. Earnings have grown 26.6% over the past year, which is below the five-year compound annual growth rate of 29.7%. Forward-looking forecasts call for annual earnings growth of 21.2%, far outpacing the broader US market’s projected 15.9% rate. Revenue is expected to rise by 8.3% annually, below the US average. The...
NYSE:MTZ
NYSE:MTZConstruction

MasTec (MTZ): 273% Earnings Surge Reinforces Bull Case on Profitability Turnaround

MasTec (MTZ) posted a striking 272.8% earnings growth over the past year, reversing a five-year average slide of 23.3% per year. Net profit margins expanded to 2.4%, up from last year’s 0.7%. Annual revenues are projected to grow at 8.4%, trailing the broader US market’s 10.3% pace. With earnings expected to outpace the market at 22.7% growth per year for the next three years, investors are eyeing this rapid shift in profitability and the ongoing margin improvement as the biggest story from...
NasdaqCM:TIPT
NasdaqCM:TIPTInsurance

Tiptree (TIPT) Profit Margin Expansion Reinforces Bullish Narratives in Latest Earnings

Tiptree (TIPT) delivered an impressive 81.4% annual earnings growth over the past twelve months, with net profit margins rising to 2.8% compared to last year’s 1.6%. While the current share price sits at $17.71, well above the $12.24 analyst fair value estimate, the company’s consistent profitability and margin expansion over the last five years are clear positives for investors. See our full analysis for Tiptree. Next up, we’ll see how these results stack up against prevailing narratives,...
NasdaqGS:AMRX
NasdaqGS:AMRXPharmaceuticals

Amneal Pharmaceuticals (AMRX): One-Off $55.9M Loss Tests Bull Case Built on High Earnings Growth Forecasts

Amneal Pharmaceuticals (AMRX) has posted a standout earnings outlook, with net income projected to grow at a rapid 80.1% per year for the next three years, far surpassing the US market average of 15.9%. While the company’s revenue is expected to grow at a slower pace of 7.7% per year, recent filings confirm its return to profitability and an improvement in net profit margins compared to the previous year. Amid these results, Amneal’s shares currently trade at $10.82, notably below the...
NasdaqGS:DMRC
NasdaqGS:DMRCSoftware

Digimarc (DMRC): High Valuation Persists Despite Forecast for Three More Years of Losses

Digimarc (DMRC) remains unprofitable and is forecast to stay in the red for at least the next three years. The company has managed to trim its losses by about 1.6% per year over the past five years. Revenue is expected to grow at a modest 5.6% per year, which trails the broader US market’s growth rate of 10.3% per year. Investors will keep a close eye on whether Digimarc can turn incremental improvements into long-term strength, especially as its valuation stays elevated at a Price-to-Sales...
NYSE:MSGS
NYSE:MSGSEntertainment

Madison Square Garden Sports (MSGS) Losses Persist, Challenging Bullish Narratives on Premium Valuation

Madison Square Garden Sports (MSGS) reduced its losses at an impressive rate of 43.8% per year over the past five years, but remains unprofitable and is expected to stay that way for at least the next three years. While revenue is forecast to grow at 4% annually, which is well behind the broader US market’s 10.3%, shares are trading at $214.39, a premium against both peer and industry averages. The Price-To-Sales ratio is at 5x compared to 2.5x and 1.6x for peers and the industry,...
NYSE:ABR
NYSE:ABRMortgage REITs

Arbor Realty Trust (ABR): Profit Margin Falls, Raising Questions on Dividend Stability

Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE:ABR) reported a net profit margin of 28.7%, down from 42.5% the previous year. Earnings have declined slightly by 0.2% per year over the past five years. While the company’s earnings are forecast to grow at an impressive 20% per year, outpacing the US market’s 15.9% projected annual growth, revenue is expected to rise at 7% per year, falling short of the national average. Investors will weigh these growth projections against a recent trend of negative earnings growth...
NYSE:OIS
NYSE:OISEnergy Services

Oil States International (OIS) Profitability Milestone Reinforces Bull Narratives Despite One-Off Gain

Oil States International (OIS) turned profitable in the past year as its net profit margin swung into positive territory, with average annual earnings growth hitting an impressive 89.8% over the last five years. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to rise 19.6% per year, outpacing the broader US market's expected growth rate of 15.9%. However, revenue growth is projected at a slower 4.2% per year compared to the 10.3% US market average. Notably, reported results included a one-off $2.6...
NasdaqGM:SAMG
NasdaqGM:SAMGCapital Markets

Silvercrest (SAMG) Margin Decline Raises Questions on Profit Growth Narrative Despite Attractive Valuation

Silvercrest Asset Management Group (SAMG) delivered a mixed set of numbers this period, with earnings forecast to grow at an impressive 31.1% per year, well ahead of the US market’s projected 15.9%. However, revenue growth is expected to trail broader market trends at 6.6% per year, and net profit margins have slipped slightly to 6.6% from 7.1% last year. While the stock trades at $14.14, below its assessed fair value of $16.10 and boasts a low price-to-earnings ratio of 14.1x, investors will...
OTCPK:BNCC
OTCPK:BNCCBanks

BNCCORP (BNCC) Margin Expansion Challenges Bearish Sentiment, but Growth Uncertainty Remains

BNCCORP (BNCC) reported a net profit margin of 22.5% for the latest period, up from 20.1% a year ago, with EPS growth of 14% compared to last year. Over the past five years, however, earnings have declined by an average of 48.7% annually. This recent reversal marks a positive shift for the bank. Investors may welcome the improving margins and recent gains, but questions remain about future growth potential and how much value is left to unlock at the current share price of $31.52. See our full...
NasdaqCM:OSPN
NasdaqCM:OSPNSoftware

OneSpan (OSPN) Margin Surge Reinforces Bull Case Despite Warnings of Looming Earnings Decline

OneSpan (OSPN) posted a net profit margin of 24.1%, up from 11.7% a year ago, signaling a sharp boost in profitability. Earnings surged 102.4% over the past year, well above the five-year average annual growth rate of 52.1%. The company’s price-to-earnings ratio sits at just 7.5x, notably lower than both the peer average of 39x and the industry average of 34.1x. With the current share price of $11.4 trading well below a discounted cash flow estimated fair value of $23.66, investors may see...
NasdaqGS:FBIZ
NasdaqGS:FBIZBanks

First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) Margins Reach 31.3%, Reinforcing Bullish Profit Narratives

First Business Financial Services (FBIZ) reported an impressive net profit margin of 31.3%, up from 27% a year ago, with annual earnings growth of 31%, outpacing its five-year average growth rate of 13.5%. Despite these strong results, future earnings are forecast to slow to 1.8% per year, trailing behind the broader US market’s expected 15.9%. Revenue is also projected to lag the market at 9.1% growth per year. With a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 8.5x, lower than both peers and the industry,...
NYSE:XHR
NYSE:XHRHotel and Resort REITs

Xenia Hotels & Resorts (XHR): One-Off Gain Drives 133% Earnings Growth, Clouds Profit Narrative

Xenia Hotels & Resorts (XHR) delivered standout earnings growth of 133% over the past year, significantly outpacing its five-year average of 68.2% per year. Net profit margin reached 5.2%, up from 2.3% a year ago, as the company transitioned to sustained profitability. The recent numbers, however, are boosted by a one-off $39.2 million gain, making it essential to look beyond the headline figures. See our full analysis for Xenia Hotels & Resorts. The next section will put these results in...
NasdaqGS:TBBK
NasdaqGS:TBBKBanks

Bancorp (TBBK) Profit Growth Reinforces Bullish Narratives as Margins Hold Strong

Bancorp (TBBK) has posted impressive profit growth, with earnings climbing at an average rate of 23.4% per year over the last five years and most recently growing 9.9% in the past year. Net profit margins remain elevated at 43.5%, just below last year’s 44%, and reported earnings are considered high quality according to recent filings. With the company trading below its estimated fair value on a discounted cash flow basis and boasting a Price-to-Earnings Ratio of 13.4x, which is well below...
NasdaqGS:ALHC
NasdaqGS:ALHCHealthcare

Alignment Healthcare (ALHC): Forecasts Call for 20.3% Annual Revenue Growth, Profitability Expected Within 3 Years

Alignment Healthcare (ALHC) remains unprofitable, but has trimmed its losses by an average of 5.1% per year over the last five years. Despite current losses, the company is on track to grow earnings at a robust 61.49% per year and is projected to become profitable within three years. With revenue forecast to rise 20.3% annually, outpacing the broader US market's 10.3% rate, this growth story is underscored by a price-to-sales ratio of 0.9x, which is well below its peer and industry averages,...
NYSE:HTGC
NYSE:HTGCCapital Markets

Hercules Capital (HTGC) One-Off $71M Loss Challenges Margin Recovery Narratives

Hercules Capital (HTGC) reported net profit margins of 50.9% for the twelve months to September 30, 2025, slipping from 57.2% a year earlier. Current results were shaped by a sizable one-time loss of $71.1 million, pulling down earnings headlines despite the company’s strong track record of 8.2% annual earnings growth over the last five years. With forecasts pointing to earnings and revenue growth of 9.5% and 7.8% per year respectively, both coming in below broader US market trends, investors...
NYSE:HR
NYSE:HRHealth Care REITs

Healthcare Realty Trust (HR): Persistent Losses Deepen, Challenging Bullish Valuation Narratives

Healthcare Realty Trust (HR) remains unprofitable, with net losses deepening at a rapid 70.2% annual rate over the past five years. Revenue is expected to rise just 0.4% per year, well below the broader US market’s 10.3% average. Despite these profitability constraints, the share price stands at $17.72 and trades at a discount to a calculated fair value of $23.74, leaving investors weighing modest growth against valuation upside. See our full analysis for Healthcare Realty Trust. Next up,...
NYSE:BLCO
NYSE:BLCOMedical Equipment

Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) Net Losses Deepen 53.3% Annually Despite Turnaround Hopes

Bausch + Lomb (BLCO) reported ongoing net losses that have accelerated at a rate of 53.3% per year over the past five years, reflecting continued unprofitability with no improvement in net profit margin during the period. Despite these challenges, earnings are forecast to grow sharply at 71.13% per year, with profitability expected within the next three years. This is considered an above-average outlook compared to the broader market. Revenue growth is set at 4.9% per year, slower than the US...
NYSE:PRM
NYSE:PRMChemicals

Perimeter Solutions (PRM) Profitability Milestone Reinforces Quality Narrative Despite Slower Revenue Prospects

Perimeter Solutions (PRM) has just reached profitability for the first time in the past year, making direct comparisons with its five-year average annual earnings growth of 36.7% less relevant. While the company’s revenue is projected to grow at just 1.4% per year, lagging behind the broader US market’s 10.3% growth rate, its earnings are currently considered high quality and there has been no substantial insider selling this past quarter. Investors face the choice of weighing the stock’s...