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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...
NYSE:POR
NYSE:PORElectric Utilities

Portland General Electric (POR): Margin Compression Reinforces Questions on Profit Stability

Portland General Electric (POR) is expected to grow earnings by 10.07% annually, with revenue projected to increase 5.3% a year, just below the US market’s 10.3% pace. The company’s longer-term record shows earnings growth of 13% per year over the last five years, but its most recent net profit margin narrowed to 8.4% from 9.2%. Reported earnings have turned negative in the past year. Investors now have to weigh these results against a 17x price-to-earnings ratio and the company’s noted track...
NasdaqCM:FXNC
NasdaqCM:FXNCBanks

First National (FXNC): One-Off $6.1M Loss Complicates Profit Growth Narrative

First National (FXNC) posted net profit margins of 13.9%, slightly below last year’s 14.5%, with a notable 59.8% earnings growth over the past year that stands in sharp contrast to its five-year average annual decline of -4.5%. Shares are trading at $22.52, which is above the company’s internal fair value estimate of $20.92. The P/E ratio of 17.8x sits well above both industry and peer averages. Despite the backdrop of a significant one-off $6.1 million loss impacting reported earnings,...
NYSE:BFLY
NYSE:BFLYMedical Equipment

Butterfly Network (BFLY): Revenue Growth Outpaces Market but Persistent Losses Challenge Bull Case

Butterfly Network (BFLY) remains unprofitable, but there are notable signs of progress. Losses have been reduced by 8.3% per year over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow 15.2% per year, well ahead of the US market average of 10.3%. Investors will likely find the company’s projected revenue trajectory encouraging. However, persistent unprofitability and a steep price-to-sales ratio of 7.7x keep the earnings outlook nuanced. See our full analysis for Butterfly Network. Next, we...
NasdaqGS:GLPI
NasdaqGS:GLPISpecialized REITs

Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) Margin Decline Challenges Bullish Community Narratives

Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) posted a net profit margin of 45.9%, down from 52.4% last year, with earnings growing 10.6% annually over the past five years. Forecasts point to continued 10.4% yearly profit growth. Revenue is set to rise by 4.5% per year, which falls below broader market averages. The company's Price-To-Earnings ratio of 17.6x suggests GLPI is trading at an attractive value compared to industry peers. The current share price of $44.66 is well under the estimated fair...
NYSE:CUBE
NYSE:CUBESpecialized REITs

CubeSmart (CUBE) Margin Miss Reinforces Concerns About Slower Growth and Financial Health

CubeSmart (CUBE) posted a net profit margin of 34.2%, down from 37.9% a year ago, despite earnings growing at an impressive 20.2% per year over the past five years. However, the latest period saw negative earnings growth, and forward-looking guidance for earnings and revenue growth of 1.9% and 5.7% per year, respectively, lags well behind US market forecasts. With these figures and a share price of $37.67, trading below some analyst fair value estimates, investors are weighing attractive...
NasdaqCM:RIOT
NasdaqCM:RIOTSoftware

Riot Platforms (RIOT): Strong Revenue Guidance Challenges Bearish Earnings Narrative

Riot Platforms (RIOT) posted revenue growth forecasts of 21.1% per year, more than double the broader US market’s 10.3% annual rate. The company’s net profit margin jumped to 25.7%, a notable increase from last year’s 4%. Earnings growth over the past year surged 1,221.7% compared to its 5-year average of 3.2% per year. Even with these standout numbers, guidance points to earnings dropping in the next three years. This sets up an interesting mix for investors weighing momentum against looming...
NasdaqGS:MSBI
NasdaqGS:MSBIBanks

Midland States Bancorp (MSBI) Value Discount Persists Despite Forecast 106% Annual Earnings Growth

Midland States Bancorp (MSBI) remains unprofitable, with losses increasing at an annual rate of 24% over the past five years. However, investors are paying close attention as earnings are forecast to grow by a remarkable 106.16% annually, and the company is on track to reach profitability within the next three years. Revenue is projected to expand at 13.7% per year, outpacing the broader US market. The stock’s current price of $14.64 trades at a notable discount to its estimated fair value of...
NYSE:PBI
NYSE:PBICommercial Services

Pitney Bowes (PBI): $117.8M One-Off Loss Challenges Bullish Margin and Growth Narratives

Pitney Bowes (PBI) reported net profit margins of 3.9% for the most recent twelve months, slightly lower than last year’s 4.1%, after accounting for a significant one-off loss of $117.8 million. While earnings are forecast to grow 31.8% per year over the next three years, revenue is expected to decline by 1.3% per year. This highlights a diverging trend between profitability and top-line performance. Investors face a mixed bag, weighing robust earnings growth potential against margin pressure...
NYSE:GDDY
NYSE:GDDYIT

GoDaddy (GDDY) Net Profit Margin Miss Reinforces Market Caution on Recovery Narrative

GoDaddy (GDDY) posted a net profit margin of 17% for the recent period, a notable compression from the previous year's impressive 40.7%. While current margins have slipped, investors see several bright spots: earnings are projected to climb at 13.93% per year and revenue at 6.2% per year. Given GoDaddy’s five-year annual earnings growth average of 55.8%, these forecasts suggest a moderating but still positive outlook that may test investors' expectations. See our full analysis for...
NasdaqGS:SHEN
NasdaqGS:SHENTelecom

Shenandoah Telecommunications (SHEN) Losses Deepen 68.8% Annually, Challenging Bullish Narratives on Growth

Shenandoah Telecommunications (SHEN) reported ongoing losses, which have accelerated over the past five years at a steep 68.8% annual rate. Revenue is projected to grow at just 5.9% per year, trailing the US market average of 10.3%. With profitability still out of reach for at least the next three years and shares trading above estimated fair value, investors face an earnings story marked by deepening losses and modest and slowing revenue growth. See our full analysis for Shenandoah...
NYSE:PK
NYSE:PKHotel and Resort REITs

Park Hotels & Resorts (PK): Losses Shrink 74% Annually, Profitability Forecast to Return Within 3 Years

Park Hotels & Resorts (PK) remains unprofitable but has sharply narrowed its losses in recent years, with losses decreasing at an impressive rate of 73.9% per year. Revenue is forecast to grow at 3.5% annually, trailing the broader US market's 10.3% yearly pace. Earnings are projected to jump by 65.36% per year, and PK is set to become profitable within the next three years. For investors, the story is a mix of slower revenue momentum, but a compelling path to profitability supported by an...
NasdaqCM:ASUR
NasdaqCM:ASURProfessional Services

Asure Software (ASUR) Faces Investor Optimism on Forecasted 126% Earnings Growth and Revenue Outperformance

Asure Software (ASUR) remains unprofitable, but the company has managed to narrow its losses by an average of 1.3% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts forecast earnings to grow at a brisk 126.16% annually, with a potential path to profitability within three years. Revenue is expected to outpace the broader US market with 13.5% yearly growth. The real focus for investors is on Asure’s aggressive earnings ramp-up and robust revenue expansion, which are set against a...
NasdaqGM:ISTR
NasdaqGM:ISTRBanks

A Fresh Look at Investar Holding (ISTR): Is the Current Valuation Overlooking Future Upside?

Investar Holding (ISTR) has seen its stock gain over 3% in the past month and nearly 12% in the past three months. This track record is catching the eye of investors looking for steady momentum from regional banks. See our latest analysis for Investar Holding. After a strong stretch, Investar Holding’s share price has notched an impressive 1-year total shareholder return of 16.6 percent. This reflects building momentum as confidence returns to regional bank stocks. While the past week was...
NasdaqGS:FSLR
NasdaqGS:FSLRSemiconductor

First Solar (FSLR): Profit Margin Miss Challenges Bullish Growth Narrative

First Solar (FSLR) reported earnings growth of 12.2% over the past year, coming in below its robust five-year average of 36.9% per year. Net profit margins stand at 27.7%, lower than last year’s 32.4%. Looking ahead, analysts forecast annual earnings growth of 23.7% and revenue growth of 11.2%, both outpacing broader US market averages. See our full analysis for First Solar. The real test is how these headline figures compare with the market’s prevailing narratives. Some expectations may...
NasdaqGS:DORM
NasdaqGS:DORMAuto Components

Does the Recent 15% Drop Signal Opportunity in Dorman Products for 2025?

Wondering if Dorman Products is trading at a bargain or if it's already fully valued? You are not alone, as many investors are eyeing this stock with curiosity in today's market. Over the last week, shares dipped by 15.2%, compounding a 13.6% slide over the past month. However, the year-to-date return still holds at a positive 4.4% and 4.9% for the past year, suggesting both volatility and ongoing investor interest. Recent headlines have focused on competitive developments in the auto parts...