If You Like EPS Growth Then Check Out Inmobiliaria del Sur (BME:ISUR) Before It's Too Late

Some have more dollars than sense, they say, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can easily find investors. Unfortunately, high risk investments often have little probability of ever paying off, and many investors pay a price to learn their lesson.

In contrast to all that, I prefer to spend time on companies like Inmobiliaria del Sur (BME:ISUR), which has not only revenues, but also profits. Even if the shares are fully valued today, most capitalists would recognize its profits as the demonstration of steady value generation. Conversely, a loss-making company is yet to prove itself with profit, and eventually the sweet milk of external capital may run sour.

Check out our latest analysis for Inmobiliaria del Sur

Inmobiliaria del Sur's Improving Profits

In the last three years Inmobiliaria del Sur's earnings per share took off like a rocket; fast, and from a low base. So the actual rate of growth doesn't tell us much. Thus, it makes sense to focus on more recent growth rates, instead. Like the last firework on New Year's Eve accelerating into the sky, Inmobiliaria del Sur's EPS shot from €0.51 to €1.21, over the last year. Year on year growth of 136% is certainly a sight to behold.

One way to double-check a company's growth is to look at how its revenue, and earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) margins are changing. On the one hand, Inmobiliaria del Sur's EBIT margins fell over the last year, but on the other hand, revenue grew. So if EBIT margins can stabilize, this top-line growth should pay off for shareholders.

The chart below shows how the company's bottom and top lines have progressed over time. For finer detail, click on the image.

Inmobiliaria del Sur isn't a huge company, given its market capitalization of €154m. That makes it extra important to check on its balance sheet strength.

Are Inmobiliaria del Sur Insiders Aligned With All Shareholders?

It makes me feel more secure owning shares in a company if insiders also own shares, thusly more closely aligning our interests. As a result, I'm encouraged by the fact that insiders own Inmobiliaria del Sur shares worth a considerable sum. Indeed, they hold €12m worth of its stock. That shows significant buy-in, and may indicate conviction in the business strategy. Those holdings account for over 8.0% of the company; visible skin in the game.

Should You Add Inmobiliaria del Sur To Your Watchlist?

Inmobiliaria del Sur's earnings per share growth have been levitating higher, like a mountain goat scaling the Alps. That EPS growth certainly has my attention, and the large insider ownership only serves to further stoke my interest. The hope is, of course, that the strong growth marks a fundamental improvement in the business economics. So yes, on this short analysis I do think it's worth considering Inmobiliaria del Sur for a spot on your watchlist. Don't forget that there may still be risks. For instance, we've identified 5 warning signs for Inmobiliaria del Sur (2 shouldn't be ignored) you should be aware of.

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