NasdaqGS:ILMN
NasdaqGS:ILMNLife Sciences

Illumina (ILMN) Valuation: How Recent Earnings and China Export News Are Shaping Investor Expectations

Illumina has captured fresh attention this week after delivering strong third quarter earnings and raising its full-year revenue outlook. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce's move to lift the export ban on Illumina products is also coming into focus. See our latest analysis for Illumina. Illumina’s week has been anything but quiet, with a powerful 22.3% seven-day share price return as investors respond to headline earnings and the positive turn in China’s regulatory stance. Despite recent...
NYSE:QTWO
NYSE:QTWOSoftware

Q2 Holdings (QTWO) Turns Profitable, Challenging Valuation Concerns with Sustained Earnings Growth

Q2 Holdings (QTWO) reported a major milestone, turning profitable over the past year with earnings growing at an impressive 31.5% per year over the last five years. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to surge 52.7% per year, easily beating the US market average growth rate of 15.8%. Revenue is expected to tick up 10.1% per year. With shares trading below estimated fair value at $70.17 but at a premium on a price-to-earnings basis, investors are weighing outsized growth forecasts and recent...
NYSE:SON
NYSE:SONPackaging

Sonoco Products (SON): Assessing Valuation After ThermoSafe Sale and Renewed Bullish Sentiment

Sonoco Products (SON) has just completed the sale of its ThermoSafe business unit to Arsenal Capital Partners. This move aligns with the company’s strategy to streamline operations and focus on its core packaging businesses. See our latest analysis for Sonoco Products. Sonoco Products’ latest move to streamline its business with the ThermoSafe sale was a key factor behind recent market attention, with shares now trading at $40.45. Although the 1-year total shareholder return is down 17.3%,...
NasdaqGS:LNW
NasdaqGS:LNWHospitality

A Look at Light & Wonder’s Valuation After Improved Results and Major Share Buyback

Light & Wonder (LNW) just released its third quarter results, showing higher revenue and net income compared to the same period last year. Alongside these improved numbers, the company completed a sizable buyback, reducing outstanding shares and potentially boosting shareholder value. See our latest analysis for Light & Wonder. After those solid results and the completion of its buyback, Light & Wonder’s share price jumped 8.5% in a day, helping to offset some of this year’s earlier declines...
NYSE:COOK
NYSE:COOKConsumer Durables

Traeger (COOK): Discounted Valuation Draws Focus as Losses Narrow, Revenue Trails Market Expectations

Traeger (COOK) remains unprofitable but has narrowed its losses at a modest annualized rate of 0.3% over the past five years. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at 1.7% per year, which trails the broader US market’s projected pace of 10.4%. With no flagged risks and trading below estimated fair value, attention is turning to COOK's discounted price-to-sales ratio of 0.2x compared to its peers and industry averages. See our full analysis for Traeger. Next, we will compare these numbers...
NasdaqGS:RELY
NasdaqGS:RELYDiversified Financial

Remitly (RELY) Turns Profitable, Challenging Skepticism Around High-Valuation Growth Story

Remitly Global (RELY) has swung to profitability, reporting positive earnings for the first time after several periods in the red. Over the past five years, earnings grew at an annual rate of 4.7%. Looking ahead, analysts are forecasting a sharp acceleration, with earnings projected to climb 74.4% per year, outpacing the US market’s 15.8% average. Revenue is also set to rise at 16.6% per year, exceeding the broader market’s 10.4% growth. Profit margins are heading in the right direction. See...
NYSE:EE
NYSE:EEOil and Gas

Excelerate Energy (EE) Delivers 59.8% Earnings Growth, Reinforcing Bullish Margin and Forecast Narratives

Excelerate Energy (EE) posted impressive numbers, with earnings growing 59.8% over the past year, well above its five-year average of 46.8% per year. Net profit margin also improved to 3.5% from 3.1% last year. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow at 19.2% annually and earnings at 23% per year, both comfortably outpacing the broader US market averages. With earnings considered high quality and no notable risks flagged, management’s continued focus on margin expansion and delivering on...
NYSE:ALL
NYSE:ALLInsurance

Allstate (ALL): Margin Surge Challenges Bearish Narratives Despite Projections for Earnings Decline

Allstate (ALL) delivered a dramatic turnaround in its latest earnings, posting net profit margins of 12.4%, up substantially from 6.6% the year before, and achieving 100.9% earnings growth after years of a 6.2% annual decline. However, while recent results impressed, forecasts suggest earnings are set to decline by 19.1% per year over the next three years, with revenue growth expectations of just 4.3% yearly. That contrast between a snapback in profitability and the outlook for softer growth...
NasdaqGS:MQ
NasdaqGS:MQDiversified Financial

Marqeta (MQ) Is Up 9.9% After Issuing Upbeat Q4 Guidance and Expanding Klarna Partnership – What's Changed

In the past week, Marqeta reported third quarter earnings with net revenue rising to US$163.31 million and improved quarterly net loss, while also issuing an optimistic guidance for fourth quarter revenue growth between 22% and 24%. Klarna announced it is partnering with Marqeta to expand the Klarna Card into 15 new European markets, showcasing Marqeta's growing role in enabling international payment card programs. We'll explore how Marqeta's upward revenue guidance and Klarna partnership...
NYSE:MTW
NYSE:MTWMachinery

Manitowoc (MTW): $9.7M One-Off Loss Tests Strength of Turnaround Narrative

Manitowoc Company (MTW) booked a noteworthy turnaround in its latest twelve months, moving into profitability with a 22.3% annual earnings growth rate over the past five years. The company's EPS in the recent period was shaped by a one-off $9.7 million loss, and its price-to-earnings ratio stands at 7x, substantially below both the US Machinery industry average of 23.9x and its peers at 24.1x. Investors are sizing up MTW's improved net profit margin and headline valuation, balancing the...
NYSE:COTY
NYSE:COTYPersonal Products

Coty (COTY): Net Profit Margins Remain Flat, Testing Bullish Recovery Narratives

Coty (COTY) remains unprofitable, but the company has steadily reduced its losses by 31.5% per year over the past five years. While revenue growth is forecast at a modest 2% per year, earnings are expected to climb 56.78% annually, with analysts projecting profitability within the next three years. After a year of unchanged net profit margins and a share price sitting at $3.72, Coty appears undervalued by standard metrics and discounted cash flow analysis. This presents a recovery profile...
NYSE:MITT
NYSE:MITTMortgage REITs

AG Mortgage Investment Trust (MITT): Net Profit Margin Drops to 32.2%, Testing Bullish Value Narrative

AG Mortgage Investment Trust (MITT) reported a forecasted earnings growth of 19.6% per year, outpacing the US market’s expected 15.8% rate. Revenue is projected to rise by 7.6% per year, which trails the 10.4% market average, while the net profit margin now sits at 32.2%, down from 72.2% the year before. With shares trading at a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 8.8x, below peers and the broader industry, investors are weighing MITT’s attractive valuation and strong recent earnings trajectory...
NYSE:CSV
NYSE:CSVConsumer Services

Carriage Services (CSV): Net Margin Jump Reinforces Bullish Case on Value and Earnings Quality

Carriage Services (CSV) reported current net profit margins of 11.9%, up from 8.5% the previous year. Earnings have grown by an average of 11.8% per year over the past five years. Notably, earnings growth over the past year was 41.8%, outpacing the company’s five-year average. Revenue is forecast to rise 4.4% annually, with earnings expected to climb 9.7% per year. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.5x, lower than both industry and peer averages, and shares trading below fair value,...
NasdaqGS:CCSI
NasdaqGS:CCSISoftware

Consensus Cloud Solutions (CCSI): Net Margin Decline Reinforces Value Narrative Against Weak Growth Expectations

Consensus Cloud Solutions (CCSI) posted net profit margins of 23.5%, a decrease from 25.1% a year ago. Earnings have declined by 8.9% per year over the last five years, and earnings growth remained negative this period. Looking ahead, investors will note that revenue is forecast to grow just 0.4% per year, with earnings growth projected at 6.9% annually. Both metrics are below the US market averages. See our full analysis for Consensus Cloud Solutions. Next up, we will see how these results...
NasdaqGS:LILA
NasdaqGS:LILATelecom

Liberty Latin America (NasdaqGS:LILA): Losses Have Grown 10.2% Annually, Market Watches Path to Profitability

Liberty Latin America (LILA) remains unprofitable, with reported losses having expanded over the past five years at an average rate of 10.2% per year. Although revenue is forecast to grow just 2% yearly, slower than the 10.4% growth expected for the broader US market, analysts project a striking forward earnings growth rate of 109.39% per year and believe the company could swing to profitability within the next three years. See our full analysis for Liberty Latin America. Now, let’s see how...
NYSE:SWX
NYSE:SWXGas Utilities

Southwest Gas Holdings (SWX): Margin Surge Reinforces Bullish View Despite Premium Valuation

Southwest Gas Holdings (SWX) delivered a sharp improvement in profitability this year, with net profit margins rising to 9.6% from last year’s 3.4% and annual earnings growth hitting 46.2%. That performance stands out after five years of declining earnings. Shares now trade at $78.83, a significant premium to the estimated fair value of $40.31 based on discounted cash flow. With the company expected to grow earnings at 13.4% per year and revenue at 3.5% per year, both well below broader US...
NYSE:WTI
NYSE:WTIOil and Gas

W&T Offshore (WTI) Losses Accelerate 24.6% Annually, Challenging Value Narratives Despite Discounted Valuation

W&T Offshore (WTI) remains unprofitable, with losses compounding at an average rate of 24.6% per year over the past five years. The company’s net profit margin has not improved. However, earnings are forecast to grow 64.67% per year, which could put W&T Offshore on track for potential profitability within the next three years if targets are met. This rapid expected earnings growth is encouraging investors to weigh ongoing financial risks against the possibility of a turnaround based on...
NYSE:FC
NYSE:FCProfessional Services

FranklinCovey (FC): $6.7M One-Off Loss Challenges Quality of Profits After Years of Growth

Franklin Covey (FC) reported a mixed performance for the latest period. While the company’s annual earnings have grown by 21.2% over the past five years, earnings turned negative over the last twelve months, hurt by a one-off $6.7 million loss that weighed on overall results. With the net profit margin down from 8.1% to 1.1% and revenue now forecast to grow just 3.8% per year, which is well below the 10.4% pace expected for the broader US market, investors are left weighing slower growth...
NYSE:AIN
NYSE:AINMachinery

Albany International (AIN): Losses Deepen 13.6% Annually, Challenging Optimistic Turnaround Narratives

Albany International (AIN) posted a net loss that has widened at an average rate of 13.6% annually over the past five years, with profit margins showing no signs of improvement. However, forecasts call for annual earnings growth of 107.38% and a path to profitability within the next three years. While revenue is expected to grow 5% a year, which is slower than the US market average of 10.4%, investors are weighing the valuation discount and projected profit surge against a backdrop of...
NYSE:BROS
NYSE:BROSHospitality

Dutch Bros (BROS) Posts 105% Earnings Growth, Reinforcing Bullish Margin Narratives

Dutch Bros (BROS) posted a net profit margin of 4%, up from 2.5% a year ago, as the company’s earnings surged by 105.3% over the past year compared to its five-year average annual growth rate of 79.9%. Revenue is projected to keep rising, with forecasts calling for 19.4% annual growth, which outpaces the broader US market’s 10.4%. Analysts see annual EPS growth of around 31.3% for the next three years, compared to 15.8% for the market. These results reflect continued margin improvement and...
NYSE:TPL
NYSE:TPLOil and Gas

Texas Pacific Land (TPL) Margin Moderation Reinforces Debate Over Sustainability of Premium Valuation

Texas Pacific Land (TPL) posted a net profit margin of 61.7%, down from last year’s 65.3%, with annual earnings growth slowing to 6.2% from its five-year average of 17.2%. Despite this moderation, the stock trades at $1,011.13 and commands a steep 48.8x earnings multiple. This is well above the US oil and gas industry average of 12.8x and the peer average of 15x, and far exceeds a modeled fair value of $544.63. While the company’s robust long-term earnings track record stands out, high...
NasdaqCM:AMPL
NasdaqCM:AMPLSoftware

Amplitude (AMPL) Revenue Expected to Outpace Market, But Profitability Remains Elusive

Amplitude (AMPL) is projected to grow revenue by 12.4% per year, outpacing the broader US market expectation of 10.4%. The company remains unprofitable and is forecast to stay that way over the next three years, with losses having increased at an average rate of 15.4% annually over the past five years. Net profit margin has not improved, and Amplitude has not produced high-quality past earnings. Investors are weighing the potential for rapid revenue growth and an appealing valuation against...
NasdaqGS:DKNG
NasdaqGS:DKNGHospitality

DraftKings (DKNG): Valuation in Focus Following Analyst Downgrades and Regulatory Risk Concerns

DraftKings (DKNG) is drawing fresh scrutiny from investors as multiple analyst downgrades highlight issues such as choppy sports outcomes, softer iGaming performance, and the threat of higher state taxes. See our latest analysis for DraftKings. The string of analyst downgrades and legal headlines comes as DraftKings shares have struggled, with a 30-day share price return of -15.1% and a year-to-date drop of nearly 23%. Over the last year, total shareholder return has been a disappointing...
NYSE:SEMR
NYSE:SEMRSoftware

Semrush (SEMR): Profit Turnaround, 117% Annual Earnings Growth, and Discounted Valuation Drive Bullish Narrative

Semrush Holdings (SEMR) is currently unprofitable, but the company has managed to reduce its losses at an average rate of 25.7% per year over the past five years. With forecasts pointing to profitability within three years and earnings expected to grow 117.06% annually alongside 13.8% annual revenue growth, investors are eyeing both the improving trend and SEMR's discounted share price as key rewards in this earnings cycle. See our full analysis for Semrush Holdings. Now, let's see how these...