There May Be Some Bright Spots In Syensqo's (EBR:SYENS) Earnings

The market for Syensqo SA/NV's (EBR:SYENS) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings recently. We think that the softer headline numbers might be getting counterbalanced by some positive underlying factors.

Check out our latest analysis for Syensqo

The Impact Of Unusual Items On Profit

To properly understand Syensqo's profit results, we need to consider the €254m expense attributed to unusual items. While deductions due to unusual items are disappointing in the first instance, there is a silver lining. When we analysed the vast majority of listed companies worldwide, we found that significant unusual items are often not repeated. And that's hardly a surprise given these line items are considered unusual. Assuming those unusual expenses don't come up again, we'd therefore expect Syensqo to produce a higher profit next year, all else being equal.

That might leave you wondering what analysts are forecasting in terms of future profitability. Luckily, you can click here to see an interactive graph depicting future profitability, based on their estimates.

Our Take On Syensqo's Profit Performance

Because unusual items detracted from Syensqo's earnings over the last year, you could argue that we can expect an improved result in the current quarter. Based on this observation, we consider it likely that Syensqo's statutory profit actually understates its earnings potential! At the end of the day, it's essential to consider more than just the factors above, if you want to understand the company properly. Keep in mind, when it comes to analysing a stock it's worth noting the risks involved. At Simply Wall St, we found 3 warning signs for Syensqo and we think they deserve your attention.

Today we've zoomed in on a single data point to better understand the nature of Syensqo's profit. But there are plenty of other ways to inform your opinion of a company. For example, many people consider a high return on equity as an indication of favorable business economics, while others like to 'follow the money' and search out stocks that insiders are buying. So you may wish to see this free collection of companies boasting high return on equity, or this list of stocks that insiders are buying.

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