(VIANEWS) – Ecopetrol S.A. (EC), Civista Bancshares (CIVB), Devon Energy (DVN) are the highest sales growth and return on equity stocks on this list.
Here is a list of stocks with an above 5% expected next quarter sales growth, and a 3% or higher return on equity. May these stocks be a good medium-term investment option?
1. Ecopetrol S.A. (EC)
102.8% sales growth and 37.63% return on equity
Ecopetrol S.A. operates as an integrated energy company. The company operates through four segments: Exploration and Production; Transport and Logistics; Refining, Petrochemical and Biofuels; and Electric Power Transmission and Toll Roads Concessions. It engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas; transportation of crude oil, motor fuels, fuel oil, and other refined products, including diesel, jet, and biofuels; processing and refining crude oil; distribution of natural gas and LPG; sale of refined and petrochemical products; supplying of electric power transmission services; design, development, construction, operation, and maintenance of road and energy infrastructure projects; and supplying of information technology and telecommunications services. As of December 31, 2021, the company had approximately 9,127 kilometers of crude oil and multi-purpose pipelines. It also produces and commercializes polypropylene resins and compounds, and masterbatches; and offers industrial service sales to customers and specialized management services. It has operations in Colombia, the United States, Asia, Central America and the Caribbean, Europe, South America, and internationally. The company was formerly known as Empresa Colombiana de Petróleos and changed its name to Ecopetrol S.A. in June 2003. Ecopetrol S.A. was incorporated in 1948 and is based in Bogotá, Colombia.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Ecopetrol S.A. has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.14.
PE Ratio
Ecopetrol S.A. has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 5.11. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $5.11 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 37.63%.
Dividend Yield
As maintained by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Apr 18, 2022, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.49 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 15.91%.
2. Civista Bancshares (CIVB)
31.9% sales growth and 11.75% return on equity
Civista Bancshares, Inc. operates as the financial holding company for Civista Bank that provides community banking services. The company collects a range of customer deposits; and offers commercial, commercial and residential real estate mortgage, real estate construction, and consumer loans, as well as letters of credit. It also purchases securities; and provides trust and third party insurance services. The company operates branch banking offices in Ohio communities, including Sandusky, Norwalk, Berlin Heights, Huron, Port Clinton, Castalia, New Washington, Shelby, Willard, Greenwich, Plymouth, Shiloh, Akron, Dublin, Plain City, Urbana, Russells Point, West Liberty, Quincy, Dayton, and Beachwood; and Indiana communities comprising Lawrenceburg, Aurora, West Harrison, Milan, Osgood, and Versailles. It also operates loan production offices in Westlake, Ohio; and Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. The company was formerly known as First Citizens Banc Corp and changed its name to Civista Bancshares, Inc. in May 2015. Civista Bancshares, Inc. was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Civista Bancshares has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.55.
PE Ratio
Civista Bancshares has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 8.44. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $8.44 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 11.75%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Civista Bancshares ‘s stock is valued at $21.53 at 19:22 EST, way below its 52-week high of $25.12 and higher than its 52-week low of $20.10.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Civista Bancshares is 4646 which is 86.56% below its average volume of 34570.
3. Devon Energy (DVN)
23.3% sales growth and 56.38% return on equity
Devon Energy Corporation, an independent energy company, primarily engages in the exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in the United States. It operates approximately 5,134 gross wells. Devon Energy Corporation was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Devon Energy has a trailing twelve months EPS of $-7.12.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 56.38%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the present quarter and the next is 97.2% and 64%, respectively.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 78.9%, now sitting on 17.48B for the twelve trailing months.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Sep 8, 2022, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 6.2 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 8.1%.
4. Five Below (FIVE)
14.5% sales growth and 20.78% return on equity
Five Below, Inc. operates as a specialty value retailer in the United States. It offers accessories, including socks, sunglasses, jewelry, scarves, gloves, hair accessories, athletic tops and bottoms, and t-shirts, as well as nail polishes, lip glosses, fragrances, and branded cosmetics; and items used to complete and personalize living space, such as glitter lamps, posters, frames, fleece blankets, plush items, pillows, candles, incense, lighting, novelty décor, accent furniture, and related items, as well as provides storage options for the customers room. The company also provides sport balls; team sports merchandise and fitness accessories, such as hand weights, jump ropes, and gym balls; games, including name brand board games, puzzles, collectibles, and toys covering remote control; and pool, beach, and outdoor toys, as well as games and accessories. In addition, it offers accessories for cell phones, tablets, audio, and computers, such as cases, chargers, headphones, and other items; books, video games, and DVDs; craft activity kits; arts and crafts supplies, such as crayons, markers, and stickers; and trend-right items for school comprising backpacks, fashion notebooks and journals, novelty pens and pencils, locker accessories, and everyday name brand items. Further, the company provides party goods, decorations, gag gifts, and greeting cards, as well as every day and special occasion merchandise products; assortment of classic and novelty candy bars, movie-size box candy, seasonal-related candy, and gum and snack food; chilled drinks through coolers; and seasonally-specific items used to celebrate and decorate for events. It primarily serves tween and teen customers. As of January 29, 2022, the company operated approximately 1,190 stores in 40 states. The company was formerly known as Cheap Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to Five Below, Inc. in August 2002. Five Below, Inc. was incorporated in 2002 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Five Below has a trailing twelve months EPS of $4.14.
PE Ratio
Five Below has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 48.24. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $48.24 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 20.78%.
Moving Average
Five Below’s value is way above its 50-day moving average of $180.52 and way higher than its 200-day moving average of $147.49.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Five Below is 495505 which is 45.1% below its average volume of 902647.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Five Below’s stock is valued at $199.71 at 19:22 EST, below its 52-week high of $202.94 and way above its 52-week low of $109.49.
5. Globus Medical (GMED)
11.9% sales growth and 8.91% return on equity
Globus Medical, Inc., a medical device company, develops and commercializes healthcare solutions for patients with musculoskeletal disorders in the United States and internationally. It offers spine products, such as traditional fusion implants comprising pedicle screw and rod systems, plating systems, intervertebral spacers, and corpectomy devices for treating degenerative, deformity, tumors, and trauma conditions; treatment options for motion preservation technologies that consist of dynamic stabilization, total disc replacement, and interspinous distraction devices; interventional pain management solutions to treat vertebral compression fractures; and regenerative biologic products comprising of allografts and synthetic alternatives. The company also offers products for the treatment of orthopedic trauma, including fracture plates, compression screws, intramedullary nails, and external fixation systems; and hip and knee joint solutions, including modular hip stems and acetabular cups, as well as posterior stabilizing and cruciate retaining knee arthroplasty implants. In addition, it distributes human cell, tissue, and cellular and tissue-based products. Globus Medical, Inc. was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Audubon, Pennsylvania.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Globus Medical has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.54.
PE Ratio
Globus Medical has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 47.97. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $47.97 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 8.91%.
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization
Globus Medical’s EBITDA is 72.28.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the ongoing quarter and the next is 14.3% and 23.8%, respectively.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Globus Medical’s stock is valued at $73.88 at 19:22 EST, below its 52-week high of $81.78 and way higher than its 52-week low of $52.60.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Globus Medical is 398672 which is 31.38% below its average volume of 581050.
6. Marriot Vacations Worldwide Corporation (VAC)
11.1% sales growth and 12.85% return on equity
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation, a vacation company, develops, markets, sells, and manages vacation ownership and related products. It operates through two segments, Vacation Ownership and Exchange & Third-Party Management. The company manages vacation ownership and related products under the Marriott Vacation Club, Grand Residences by Marriott, Sheraton Vacation Club, Westin Vacation Club, Hyatt Residence Club, and Marriott Vacation Club Pulse brands. It also develops, markets, and sells vacation ownership and related products under The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club brand; and holds right to develop, market, and sell ownership residential products under The Ritz-Carlton Residences brand. As of December 31, 2020, the company operated approximately 100 properties in the United States and 12 other countries and territories. The company sells its upscale tier vacation ownership products primarily through a network of resort-based sales centers and off-site sales locations. Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Marriot Vacations Worldwide Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $8.09.
PE Ratio
Marriot Vacations Worldwide Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 19.99. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $19.99 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 12.85%.
Sales Growth
Marriot Vacations Worldwide Corporation’s sales growth is 9.6% for the current quarter and 11.1% for the next.
7. PriceSmart (PSMT)
7% sales growth and 10.86% return on equity
PriceSmart, Inc. owns and operates U.S. style membership shopping warehouse clubs in the United States, Central America, the Caribbean, and Colombia. Its warehouse clubs sell brand name and private label consumer products, essential goods, fresh produce, prepared foods, and fresh-baked goods, as well as provides services, such as optical, tire center, and other ancillary services. The company also operates Click & Go, an e-commerce platform for online ordering, curbside pickup, and delivery services. As of March 29, 2022, it operated 49 warehouse clubs in 12 countries and one U.S. territory. PriceSmart, Inc. was incorporated in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, PriceSmart has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.45.
PE Ratio
PriceSmart has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 20.19. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $20.19 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 10.86%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
PriceSmart’s stock is valued at $69.66 at 19:22 EST, way below its 52-week high of $88.30 and way above its 52-week low of $56.29.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 8.1%, now sitting on 4.15B for the twelve trailing months.
Sales Growth
PriceSmart’s sales growth is 8.4% for the ongoing quarter and 7% for the next.
Moving Average
PriceSmart’s value is higher than its 50-day moving average of $67.10 and above its 200-day moving average of $68.82.
