(VIANEWS) – W.P. Carey REIT (WPC), Cambridge Bancorp (CATC), Paychex (PAYX) 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. W.P. Carey REIT (WPC)
14.3% sales growth and 7.21% return on equity
W. P. Carey ranks among the largest net lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally-critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of September 30, 2020. For nearly five decades, the company has invested in high-quality single-tenant industrial, warehouse, office, retail and self-storage properties subject to long-term net leases with built-in rent escalators. Its portfolio is located primarily in the U.S. and Northern and Western Europe and is well-diversified by tenant, property type, geographic location and tenant industry.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, W.P. Carey REIT has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.94.
PE Ratio
W.P. Carey REIT has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 27.03. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $27.03 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 7.21%.
2. Cambridge Bancorp (CATC)
11.2% sales growth and 11.08% return on equity
Cambridge Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for Cambridge Trust Company that provides commercial and consumer banking, and investment management and trust services. The company accepts various deposits, such as checking and savings accounts, certificates of deposit, money market accounts, trust accounts, individual retirement accounts, and time and demand deposits. Its loan products include residential and commercial real estate loans; home equity lines of credit and term loans; commercial and industrial loans; secured and unsecured loans, lines of credit, and personal installment loans; and construction loans. The company also offers cash management, online and mobile banking, and payments services. It serves commercial enterprises, non-profit organizations, and individuals. The company operates through a network of 21 banking offices in Eastern Massachusetts and New Hampshire; and 2 wealth management offices located in Massachusetts, as well as 3 wealth management offices located in New Hampshire. Cambridge Bancorp was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Cambridge Bancorp has a trailing twelve months EPS of $5.66.
PE Ratio
Cambridge Bancorp has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 12.29. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $12.29 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 11.08%.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 8.7%, now sitting on 182.34M for the twelve trailing months.
3. Paychex (PAYX)
7.1% sales growth and 46.37% return on equity
: paychex stock powers up after profit and revenue rise above expectations, amid ‘remarkable resiliency’ of small businessesShares of Paychex Inc. PAYX powered up 4.2% in premarket trading Wednesday, after the human resources outsourcing services company reported fiscal third-quarter earnings that beat expectations and lifted its profit growth outlook, citing remarkable resiliency of small businesses.
Paychex, Inc. provides integrated human capital management solutions for human resources (HR), payroll, benefits, and insurance services for small to medium-sized businesses in the United States, Europe, and India. It offers payroll processing services; payroll tax administration services; employee payment services; and regulatory compliance services, such as new-hire reporting and garnishment processing. The company also provides HR solutions, including payroll, employer compliance, HR and employee benefits administration, risk management outsourcing, and the on-site availability of a professionally trained HR representative; and retirement services administration, including plan implementation, ongoing compliance with government regulations, employee and employer reporting, participant and employer online access, electronic funds transfer, and other administrative services. In addition, it offers cloud-based HR administration software products for employee benefits management and administration, time and attendance, digital communication solutions, recruiting, and onboarding solutions; plan administration outsourcing and state unemployment insurance services; various business services to small to medium-sized businesses comprising payroll funding and outsourcing services, which include payroll processing, invoicing, and tax preparation; and payment processing services, financial fitness programs, and a small-business loan resource center. Further, the company provides insurance services for property and casualty coverage, such as workers' compensation, business-owner policies, cyber security protection, and commercial auto, as well as health and benefits coverage, including health, dental, vision, and life. It markets and sells its services primarily through its direct sales force. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Paychex has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.92.
PE Ratio
Paychex has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 39.95. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $39.95 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 46.37%.
Moving Average
Paychex’s worth is above its 50-day moving average of $113.45 and under its 200-day moving average of $118.44.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 7.4%, now sitting on 4.82B for the twelve trailing months.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Feb 7, 2023, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 3.16 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 2.75%.
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4. Sysco Corporation (SYY)
5.5% sales growth and 104.28% return on equity
Sysco Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the marketing and distribution of various food and related products primarily to the foodservice or food-away-from-home industry in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and internationally. It operates through U.S. Foodservice Operations, International Foodservice Operations, SYGMA, and Other segments. The company distributes frozen food, such as meat, seafood, fully prepared entrées, fruits, vegetables, and desserts; canned and dry food products; fresh meat and seafood products; dairy products; beverages; imported specialties; and fresh produce products. It also supplies various non-food items, including paper products comprising disposable napkins, plates, and cups; tableware consisting of China and silverware; cookware, which include pots, pans, and utensils; restaurant and kitchen equipment and supplies; and cleaning supplies. The company serves restaurants, hospitals and nursing homes, schools and colleges, hotels and motels, industrial caterers, and other foodservice venues. As of July 2, 2022, it operated 333 distribution facilities. Sysco Corporation was incorporated in 1969 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Sysco Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $-0.66.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 104.28%.
Dividend Yield
As claimed by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Jan 4, 2023, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.96 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 2.57%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Sysco Corporation’s stock is valued at $77.46 at 16:22 EST, way below its 52-week high of $91.53 and above its 52-week low of $70.61.
Moving Average
Sysco Corporation’s worth is above its 50-day moving average of $77.25 and under its 200-day moving average of $80.97.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 13.9%, now sitting on 73.58B for the twelve trailing months.
