(VIANEWS) – Ellington Financial LLC (EFC), Enova International (ENVA), Chemed Corp (CHE) 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. Ellington Financial LLC (EFC)
74% sales growth and 8.67% return on equity
Ellington Financial Inc., through its subsidiary, Ellington Financial Operating Partnership LLC, acquires and manages mortgage-related, consumer-related, corporate-related, and other financial assets in the United States. The company acquires and manages residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) backed by prime jumbo, Alt-A, manufactured housing, and subprime residential mortgage loans; RMBS for which the principal and interest payments are guaranteed by the U.S. government agency or the U.S. government-sponsored entity; residential mortgage loans; commercial mortgage-backed securities; commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate debt; and residential mortgage loans. It also provides collateralized loan obligations; mortgage-related and non-mortgage-related derivatives; equity investments in mortgage originators; and other strategic investments. In addition, the company offers consumer loans and asset-backed securities backed by consumer and commercial assets. Ellington Financial LLC was founded in 2007 and is based in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Ellington Financial LLC has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.63.
PE Ratio
Ellington Financial LLC has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 19.95. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $19.95 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 8.67%.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Jul 31, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.56 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 12.81%.
2. Enova International (ENVA)
20.6% sales growth and 14.89% return on equity
Enova International, Inc., a technology and analytics company, provides online financial services in the United States, Brazil, Australia, and Canada. The company offers installment loans; line of credit accounts; receivables purchase agreements; CSO programs, including arranging loans with independent third-party lenders and assisting in the preparation of loan applications and loan documents; and bank programs, such as marketing services and loan servicing for near-prime unsecured consumer installment loan. It markets its financing products under the CashNetUSA, NetCredit, OnDeck, Headway Capital, The Business Backer, Simplic, and Pangea names. Enova International, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Enova International has a trailing twelve months EPS of $6.
PE Ratio
Enova International has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 12.6. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $12.6 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 14.89%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the ongoing quarter and the next is 56.7% and 22.4%, respectively.
Moving Average
Enova International’s value is way above its 50-day moving average of $66.72 and way above its 200-day moving average of $57.93.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 17.9%, now sitting on 1.12B for the twelve trailing months.
Sales Growth
Enova International’s sales growth is 24.6% for the ongoing quarter and 20.6% for the next.
3. Chemed Corp (CHE)
10% sales growth and 27.87% return on equity
Chemed Corporation provides hospice and palliative care services to patients through a network of physicians, registered nurses, home health aides, social workers, clergy, and volunteers in the United States. It operates in two segments, VITAS and Roto-Rooter. The company also offers plumbing, drain cleaning, water restoration, and other related services to residential and commercial customers through company-owned branches and independent contractors, and franchised locations. Chemed Corporation was incorporated in 1970 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Chemed Corp has a trailing twelve months EPS of $19.75.
PE Ratio
Chemed Corp has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 29.15. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $29.15 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 27.87%.
4. Independent Bank Corporation (IBCP)
7% sales growth and 16.34% return on equity
Independent Bank Corporation operates as the bank holding company for Independent Bank that provides commercial banking services to individuals and businesses in rural and suburban communities across Lower Michigan. It offers checking and savings accounts, commercial lending, direct and indirect consumer financing, mortgage lending, and safe deposit box services. The company also provides title insurance services and investment services. Independent Bank Corporation was founded in 1864 and is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Independent Bank Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.12.
PE Ratio
Independent Bank Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.18. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.18 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 16.34%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the ongoing quarter is a negative 8.4% and positive 16.9% for the next.
Sales Growth
Independent Bank Corporation’s sales growth is negative 7% for the present quarter and 7% for the next.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Independent Bank Corporation is 2049 which is 98.18% below its average volume of 112611.
5. Getty Realty Corporation (GTY)
5.7% sales growth and 7.29% return on equity
Getty Realty Corp. is the leading publicly traded real estate investment trust in the United States specializing in the ownership, leasing and financing of convenience store and gasoline station properties. As of September 30, 2020, the Company owned 896 properties and leased 58 properties from third-party landlords in 35 states across the United States and Washington, D.C.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Getty Realty Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.19.
PE Ratio
Getty Realty Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 25.15. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $25.15 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 7.29%.
Moving Average
Getty Realty Corporation’s value is higher than its 50-day moving average of $28.24 and higher than its 200-day moving average of $27.92.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Getty Realty Corporation’s stock is valued at $29.93 at 16:22 EST, below its 52-week high of $32.33 and way above its 52-week low of $25.70.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Getty Realty Corporation is 48844 which is 86.36% below its average volume of 358304.
6. Stag Industrial (STAG)
5.5% sales growth and 5.61% return on equity
We are a REIT focused on the acquisition, ownership, and operation of industrial properties throughout the United States. Our platform is designed to (i) identify properties for acquisition that offer relative value across CBRE-EA Tier 1 industrial real estate markets, industries, and tenants through the principled application of our proprietary risk assessment model, (ii) provide growth through sophisticated industrial operation and an attractive opportunity set, and (iii) capitalize our business appropriately given the characteristics of our assets. We are organized and conduct our operations to maintain our qualification as a REIT under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), and generally are not subject to federal income tax to the extent we currently distribute our income to our stockholders and maintain our qualification as a REIT. We remain subject to state and local taxes on our income and property and to U.S. federal income and excise taxes on our undistributed income. As of December 31, 2023, we owned 569 buildings in 41 states with approximately 112.3 million rentable square feet, consisting of 493 warehouse/distribution buildings, 70 light manufacturing buildings, one flex/office building, and five Value Add Portfolio buildings. In addition, as of December 31, 2023, we had six development projects (which are not included in the building count noted above). While the majority of our portfolio consists of single-tenant properties, we also own a growing number of multi-tenant properties. As of December 31, 2023, our buildings were approximately 98.2% leased, with no single tenant accounting for more than approximately 2.9% of our total annualized base rental revenue and no single industry accounting for more than approximately 11.0% of our total annualized base rental revenue. We intend to maintain a diversified mix of tenants to limit our exposure to any single tenant or industry. As of December 31, 2023, our Operating Portfolio was approximately 98.4% leased. SL Rent Change on new and renewal leases together grew approximately 44.0% and 24.3% during the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, and our Cash Rent Change on new and renewal leases together grew approximately 31.0% and 14.3% during the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. We have fully integrated acquisition, leasing and operations platforms led by a senior management team with decades of industrial real estate experience. Our mission is to deliver attractive long-term stockholder returns in all market environments by growing cash flow through disciplined investment in high-quality real estate while maintaining a strong balance sheet.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Stag Industrial has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.04.
PE Ratio
Stag Industrial has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 38.14. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $38.14 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 5.61%.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 10.5%, now sitting on 739.91M for the twelve trailing months.
7. Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
5.4% sales growth and 9.33% return on equity
Federal Realty is a recognized leader in the ownership, operation and redevelopment of high-quality retail-based properties located primarily in major coastal markets from Washington, D.C. to Boston as well as San Francisco and Los Angeles. Founded in 1962, Federal Realty's mission is to deliver long-term, sustainable growth through investing in communities where retail demand exceeds supply. Its expertise includes creating urban, mixed-use neighborhoods like Santana Row in San Jose, California, Pike & Rose in North Bethesda, Maryland and Assembly Row in Somerville, Massachusetts. These unique and vibrant environments that combine shopping, dining, living and working provide a destination experience valued by their respective communities. Federal Realty's 106 properties include approximately 3,100 tenants, in 25 million square feet, and approximately 3,200 residential units. Federal Realty has increased its quarterly dividends to its shareholders for 54 consecutive years, the longest record in the REIT industry. Federal Realty is an S&P 500 index member and its shares are traded on the NYSE under the symbol FRT. For additional information about Federal Realty and its properties, visit www.federalrealty.com.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Federal Realty Investment Trust has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.4.
PE Ratio
Federal Realty Investment Trust has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 32.94. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $32.94 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 9.33%.
