U.S. Software Stock News

Ethan Allen Interiors (ETD) posted a net profit margin of 7.8%, down from 10% last year. Its latest filing reveals a reversal in annual earnings growth and shows an average gain of 5% per year over the last five years. Near-term forecasts suggest earnings are expected to decline by 2.4% per year, while revenue is set to grow at a modest 2% annually, trailing well behind the broader US market's 10.3% pace. With a high quality of earnings and shares currently trading below an estimated fair...

WEX (WEX) delivered earnings growth of 24.6% over the past year, building on a substantial 56.1% average annual increase over the past five years. Net profit margins widened to 11.8% from last year’s 9.3%, and current earnings are flagged as high quality. Notably, while earnings are forecast to grow slightly above the broader US market at 16.5% per year, revenue growth is projected at a more modest 5.3% annually, trailing market averages. With the stock currently trading below both estimated...

Cactus (WHD) is projected to deliver 19.7% annual revenue growth and matching annual earnings growth, both trending above market averages. Even with a net profit margin of 15.9%, slightly down from last year's 16.6%, the company boasts a five-year average earnings growth rate of 33.3%, although earnings dipped in the most recent year. Investors will note steady long-term growth and a solid margin, with the only minor risk flagged being recent insider selling. See our full analysis for...

First Savings Financial Group (FSFG) posted standout results this period, with net profit margins surging to 27.1% compared to last year’s 12.7%. EPS growth over the past twelve months clocked in at a staggering 135.1%, a sharp turnaround from the company’s 5-year trend of a 28.3% annual earnings decline. Shares recently traded at $29.82, which is above the stock’s estimated fair value of $20, while its price-to-earnings ratio of 9.5x remains notably lower than peer and industry averages. For...

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) reported revenue projected to rise at 3% per year, trailing the US market’s 10.3% pace. Net profit margin more than doubled to 2.4% from 1.3% last year. The company’s EPS saw a surge in annual earnings, up 238.5% over the past year, despite a $456 million one-off loss that colored the most recent results. Strong future growth forecasts and a notable valuation gap could attract investor attention, though questions remain about earnings quality and the financial...

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Wolfspeed (WOLF) remains unprofitable, with net losses accelerating at a rate of 38.7% per year over the past five years. The company’s net profit margin has not improved in the last year, and there are no signals of profit growth picking up speed. Compared to the sector, the stock trades at a Price-to-Sales ratio of just 0.9x, sharply below the US semiconductor industry average. See our full analysis for Wolfspeed. Next, we'll see how the recent results compare with the broader narratives...

Transocean (NYSE:RIG) remains unprofitable, with net losses increasing at a rate of 28.3% per year over the past five years. While revenue is expected to decline at an annual rate of 1.3% over the next three years, earnings are forecast to rebound sharply with expectations of a 132% annual growth rate and a return to profitability within that period. Investors are weighing the company’s attractive valuation and strong anticipated earnings growth as Transocean works to reverse ongoing revenue...

Xerox Holdings (XRX) continues to face profitability challenges, with net losses deepening at an annual rate of 52.7% over the past five years. While revenue is projected to grow at 6.2% per year, this pace lags well behind the broader US market’s expected 10.3% annual growth. Despite a muted performance on margins and ongoing negative earnings, some investors will note that the company trades at a Price-To-Sales Ratio of just 0.1x, significantly below peer and industry averages. This raises...

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Pilgrim's Pride (PPC) delivered a net profit margin of 6.7%, up from 5.4% a year ago, demonstrating improved profitability. Over the last five years, earnings have surged at an average annual rate of 43.4%. However, more recent growth of 25.2% is below this long-term pace. With revenue growth forecast at just 1.3% annually and earnings projected to decline by 11.3% per year over the next three years, investors will be weighing these results against the company’s mixed growth outlook. See our...

MiMedx Group (MDXG) posted annual earnings growth projections of 15.73% and revenue growth set at 6.7% per year, even as its net profit margin slipped to 10.4% from last year’s 23.2%. Despite a shortfall in earnings growth over the past year, the company has built a solid five-year track record with average annual earnings growth of 67.7% and high-quality current profits. Shares trade at $7.40, notably below the assessed fair value of $16.75. This presents a potential value opportunity, but...

Federal Signal (FSS) maintained a steady net profit margin of 11.2% year over year, underscoring consistent profitability. Over the last five years, the company’s earnings have grown at an average rate of 21.2% annually, but growth eased to 9.6% in the most recent year. Looking forward, analysts expect earnings to climb 11.8% per year and revenue to grow at 10.8% per year, outpacing the broader US market’s 10.3% forecast. With its current share price below DCF-based fair value and trading at...

Redwood Trust (RWT) continues to report losses, but has reduced its annual losses by 2.3% per year over the last five years. Looking ahead, analysts forecast revenue growth of 21.4% per year and a striking 98.07% annual increase in earnings, with the company potentially reaching profitability within three years. While shares trade at $5.34, well below the estimated fair value of $9.83 and analyst targets, investors are balancing the upbeat growth outlook with concerns about unsustainable...

Teladoc Health (TDOC) remains unprofitable, with forecasts indicating no expectation of profitability over the next three years. The company has narrowed its losses at a 12% annual rate over the past five years, while revenue is projected to increase by 2.3% per year. This revenue growth rate trails the US market average of 10.3%. Despite ongoing net losses and a stagnant profit margin, shares currently trade at a Price-to-Sales Ratio of 0.6x. This is well below both the US Healthcare...

Preformed Line Products (PLPC) delivered 13.1% earnings growth over the past year, outpacing its own five-year average growth rate of 5.3% per year. Forward-looking estimates suggest earnings are set to grow by 12.46% per year and revenue by 6.1% annually. However, both are expected to trail the wider US market’s growth. Despite a net profit margin that has dipped slightly to 5.6%, investors will note the company's price-to-earnings ratio of 28.9x, which is below electrical industry and peer...

Blackbaud (BLKB) continues to operate at a loss, with net losses deepening at an annualized pace of 66.1% over the last five years. Revenue is forecast to grow by 3.9% per year, trailing the broader US market’s average of 10.3%. Despite these losses, market watchers are focused on Blackbaud’s projected shift to profitability within the next three years. Earnings are expected to climb at a rapid 50.95% annual rate over that period. The setup for investors is a combination of above-average...

Vimeo recently unveiled a major update to its video platform, introducing advanced AI-powered creative tools and collaborative features at its second annual REFRAME conference in New York, while also reporting third quarter earnings showing sales of US$105.76 million and a shift to a net loss. This combination of transformative platform enhancements and subdued financial performance highlights both the company's push for innovation and the operational pressures faced during this...

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%,...

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...

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...

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...

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...