U.S. Software Stock News

LKQ (LKQ) is forecast to grow earnings by 11.56% per year, with revenue expected to rise 2.8% annually, both trailing the broader US market growth rates. Despite profit margins slipping slightly to 5% from last year’s 5.1% and a 3.1% annual earnings decline over the last five years, the company continues to report high quality earnings. Current forecasts for profit and revenue growth set the stage for cautious optimism among investors heading into the next cycle. See our full analysis for...

DaVita (DVA) reported earnings that are forecast to grow at 7.01% per year, with revenue expected to increase 4.3% annually. Both of these growth rates fall short of broader US market averages. The company’s net profit margin has slipped to 5.8%, down from 6.5% a year earlier, and over the last five years, its earnings have declined by 1.2% per year. Despite these pressures, DaVita’s high reported earnings quality and a share price of $118.75, which is well below the estimated fair value of...

Automatic Data Processing (ADP) posted a net profit margin of 19.8%, slightly above last year’s 19.7%, while earnings growth for the most recent period slowed to 7.5% compared to its 11.2% annual average over the past five years. Forecasts indicate ADP’s earnings are expected to grow at 6.7% per year, with revenue anticipated to rise by 5.3% annually, both projected to lag behind broader US market expectations. With quality earnings and limited risks, investors are focusing on stable margins...

Talkspace (TALK) has turned profitable, with earnings climbing at an annual rate of 29.1% over the last five years. Forecasts point to a 41.2% earnings growth each year ahead. Revenue is expected to rise 16.9% per year, outpacing the broader US market’s 10.3% growth. However, a one-off loss of $1.2 million weighed on the most recent results through September 30, 2025. Trading at $2.9, shares sit below an estimated fair value of $15.82. This has set the stage for ongoing debate about growth...

Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) reported that earnings have grown at an average annual rate of 7.9% over the past five years, with future earnings expected to rise by 9.7% per year. Net profit margin landed at 19% this period, down from last year’s 21%. The share price trades at $137.25 compared to an estimated fair value of $99.09. Despite the recent dip in profitability and negative earnings growth versus the prior period, the company is still forecasting continued profit and revenue...

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Kraft Heinz (KHC) remains unprofitable, with losses having increased at an average rate of 12.9% per year over the last five years. However, analysts project earnings to grow by 67.72% per year, with the company expected to turn profitable within the next three years. This pace outstrips the average market. Revenue is forecast to rise just 0.7% per year, trailing the US market’s 10.3%. The stock currently trades at $24.58, beneath the estimated fair value of $69.24, and its price-to-sales...

Calix (CALX) remains unprofitable, with earnings growth unable to be compared to its five-year average and losses worsening at a 46.5% annual rate over the past five years. Despite a flat net profit margin and profits that have failed to grow, the company is forecast to achieve 11% annual revenue growth and a sharp 91.94% increase in earnings per year, with profitability expected within three years. Investors are weighing strong future growth prospects against the company’s current high...

The U.S. market has recently experienced mostly positive momentum, with major indices like the Nasdaq and S&P 500 showing gains following strong earnings reports from big tech companies such as Amazon. In this environment of optimism, investors often look for high growth potential in tech stocks that demonstrate robust fundamentals and innovative capabilities to capitalize on emerging trends.

Haverty Furniture Companies (HVT) is set for a sharp turnaround as earnings are forecast to grow at an impressive 90.1% per year, far exceeding the expected 15.7% pace for the broader US market. Despite this robust outlook, net margins have slipped to 2.6%, down from 3.6% last year, and the company has posted annual earnings declines of 21.1% over the past five years. With a revenue growth projection of 6.9% per year that lags the national average, investors face a mixed set of signals as the...

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...