(VIANEWS) – Antero Resources (AR), United Rentals (URI), Synovus Financial Corp. (SNV) 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. Antero Resources (AR)
115.8% sales growth and 37.74% return on equity
Antero Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, acquires, explores for, develops, and produces natural gas, natural gas liquids, and oil properties in the United States. As of December 31, 2021, it had approximately 502,000 net acres in the Appalachian Basin; and 174,000 net acres in the Upper Devonian Shale. The company also owned and operated 494 miles of gas gathering pipelines in the Appalachian Basin; and 21 compressor stations. It had estimated proved reserves of 17.7 trillion cubic feet of natural gas equivalent, including 10.2 trillion cubic feet of natural gas; 718 million barrels of assumed recovered ethane; 501 million barrels of primarily propane, isobutane, normal butane, and natural gasoline; and 36 million barrels of oil. The company was formerly known as Antero Resources Appalachian Corporation and changed its name to Antero Resources Corporation in June 2013. Antero Resources Corporation was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Antero Resources has a trailing twelve months EPS of $5.86.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 37.74%.
2. United Rentals (URI)
23.9% sales growth and 32.25% return on equity
United Rentals, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an equipment rental company. It operates in two segments, General Rentals and Specialty. The General Rentals segment rents general construction and industrial equipment includes backhoes, skid-steer loaders, forklifts, earthmoving equipment, and material handling equipment; aerial work platforms, such as boom and scissor lifts; and general tools and light equipment comprising pressure washers, water pumps, and power tools for construction and industrial companies, manufacturers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and government entities. The specialty segment rents specialty construction products, including trench safety equipment consists of trench shields, aluminum hydraulic shoring systems, slide rails, crossing plates, construction lasers, and line testing equipment for underground work; power and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment, such as portable diesel generators, electrical distribution equipment, and temperature control equipment; fluid solutions equipment for fluid containment, transfer, and treatment; and mobile storage equipment and modular office space. This segment serves construction companies involved in infrastructure projects, and municipalities and industrial companies. It also sells aerial lifts, reach forklifts, telehandlers, compressors, and generators; construction consumables, tools, small equipment, and safety supplies; and parts for equipment that is owned by its customers, as well as provides repair and maintenance services. The company sells used equipment through its sales force, brokers, website, at auctions, and directly to manufacturers. The company operates a network of 1,521 rental locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. United Rentals, Inc. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, United Rentals has a trailing twelve months EPS of $29.14.
PE Ratio
United Rentals has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 28.1. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $28.1 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 32.25%.
Dividend Yield
As claimed by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Feb 6, 2023, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 5.92 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 1.29%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
United Rentals’s stock is valued at $356.46 at 01:22 EST, way under its 52-week high of $481.99 and way higher than its 52-week low of $230.54.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the current quarter and the next is 37% and 23.5%, respectively.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for United Rentals is 1158560 which is 26.21% above its average volume of 917919.
Previous days news about United Rentals(URI)
- According to Zacks on Tuesday, 4 April, "United Rentals: Headquartered in Stamford, CT, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world. "
- Zacks industry outlook highlights otis, united rentals, simpson manufacturing and installed building products. According to Zacks on Wednesday, 5 April, "United Rentals: Headquartered in Stamford, CT, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world. "
3. Synovus Financial Corp. (SNV)
15.5% sales growth and 15.51% return on equity
Synovus Financial Corp. operates as the bank holding company for Synovus Bank that provides commercial and retail banking products and services. It operates through three segments: Community Banking, Wholesale Banking, and Financial Management Services. The company's commercial banking services include treasury management, asset management, capital market, and institutional trust services, as well as commercial, financial, and real estate loans. Its retail banking services comprise accepting customary types of demand and savings deposits accounts; mortgage, installment, and other consumer loans; investment and brokerage services; safe deposit services; automated banking services; automated fund transfers; Internet-based banking services; and bank credit and debit card services. The company also offers various other financial services, including portfolio management for fixed-income securities, investment banking, execution of securities transactions as a broker/dealer, and financial planning services, as well as provides individual investment advice on equity and other securities. As of December 31, 2020, it operated through 289 branches and 389 ATMs in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Columbus, Georgia.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Synovus Financial Corp. has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.3.
PE Ratio
Synovus Financial Corp. has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 9.18. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $9.18 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 15.51%.
Moving Average
Synovus Financial Corp.’s value is way below its 50-day moving average of $38.14 and way below its 200-day moving average of $39.02.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Synovus Financial Corp. is 1378910 which is 19.19% below its average volume of 1706420.
Previous days news about Synovus Financial Corp.(SNV)
- According to Zacks on Tuesday, 4 April, "Over the past month, Synovus Financial Corp. (SNV Quick QuoteSNV – Free Report) and HarborOne Bancorp, Inc. (HONE Quick QuoteHONE – Free Report) announced an increase in their quarterly dividend payouts."
4. The Descartes Systems Group (DSGX)
13.1% sales growth and 9.74% return on equity
The Descartes Systems Group Inc. provides cloud-based logistics and supply chain management business process solutions that focuses on enhancing the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses worldwide. Its Logistics Technology platform offers a range of modular, cloud-based, and interoperable web and wireless logistics management applications, which unites a community of logistics-focused parties, allowing them to transact business. The company provides a suite of solutions that include routing, mobile and telematics; transportation management and e-commerce enablement; customs and regulatory compliance; trade data; global logistics network services; and broker and forwarder enterprise systems. It offers its customers to use its modular, software-as-a-service, and data solutions to route, schedule, track, and measure delivery resources; plan, allocate, and execute shipments; rate, audit, and pay transportation invoices; access and analyze global trade data; research and perform trade tariff and duty calculations; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and various other logistics processes. The company also provides cloud-based ecommerce warehouse management solutions; consulting, implementation, and training services; and maintenance and support services. It primarily focuses on serving transportation providers, logistics service providers, and distribution-intensive companies, as well as manufacturers, retailers, distributors, and mobile business service providers. The company was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, The Descartes Systems Group has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.22.
PE Ratio
The Descartes Systems Group has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 66.07. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $66.07 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 9.74%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
The Descartes Systems Group’s stock is valued at $80.61 at 01:22 EST, below its 52-week high of $81.31 and way higher than its 52-week low of $56.19.
Sales Growth
The Descartes Systems Group’s sales growth is 15.8% for the current quarter and 13.1% for the next.
