(VIANEWS) – First Financial Bancorp. (FFBC), Rexford Industrial Realty (REXR), Terreno Realty Corporation (TRNO) 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. First Financial Bancorp. (FFBC)
33.5% sales growth and 9.24% return on equity
First Financial Bancorp. operates as the bank holding company for First Financial Bank that provides commercial banking and related services to individuals and businesses in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois. The company accepts various deposit products, such as interest-bearing and noninterest-bearing accounts, time deposits, and cash management services for commercial customers. It also provides real estate loans secured by residential property, such as one to four family residential housing units or commercial property comprising owner-occupied and/or investor income producing real estate consisting of apartments, shopping centers, or office buildings; commercial and industrial loans for various purposes, including inventory, receivables, and equipment; consumer loans comprising new and used vehicle loans, second mortgages on residential real estate, and unsecured loans; and home equity lines of credit. In addition, the company offers commercial financing to the insurance industry, registered investment advisors, certified public accountants, indirect auto finance companies, and restaurant franchisees. Further, it provides a range of trust and wealth management services; and lease and equipment financing services. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated 139 full service banking centers, 29 of which are leased facilities. It operates 62 banking centers in Ohio, three banking centers in Illinois, 62 banking centers in Indiana, and 12 banking centers in Kentucky. First Financial Bancorp. was founded in 1863 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, First Financial Bancorp. has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.78.
PE Ratio
First Financial Bancorp. has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 14.74. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $14.74 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 9.24%.
2. Rexford Industrial Realty (REXR)
31.8% sales growth and 3.09% return on equity
Rexford Industrial, a real estate investment trust focused on owning and operating industrial properties throughout Southern California infill markets, owns 232 properties with approximately 27.9 million rentable square feet and manages an additional 20 properties with approximately 1.0 million rentable square feet.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Rexford Industrial Realty has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.93.
PE Ratio
Rexford Industrial Realty has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 71.35. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $71.35 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 3.09%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the present quarter and the next is a negative 4.3% and a negative 3.7%, respectively.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 41%, now sitting on 585.33M for the twelve trailing months.
3. Terreno Realty Corporation (TRNO)
15% sales growth and 8.78% return on equity
Terreno Realty Corporation and together with its subsidiaries, the “Company”) acquires, owns and operates industrial real estate in six major coastal U.S. markets: Los Angeles, Northern New Jersey/New York City, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Miami, and Washington, D.C. All square feet, acres, occupancy and number of properties disclosed in these condensed notes to the consolidated financial statements are unaudited. As of September 30, 2020, the Company owned 219 buildings aggregating approximately 13.1 million square feet, 22 improved land parcels consisting of approximately 85.0 acres and one property under redevelopment expected to contain approximately 0.2 million square feet upon completion. The Company is an internally managed Maryland corporation and elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), commencing with its taxable year ended December 31, 2010.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Terreno Realty Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.28.
PE Ratio
Terreno Realty Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 28.94. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $28.94 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 8.78%.
4. Aramark (ARMK)
13.5% sales growth and 6.73% return on equity
Aramark provides food, facilities, and uniform services to education, healthcare, business and industry, sports, leisure, and corrections clients in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: Food and Support Services United States, Food and Support Services International, and Uniform and Career Apparel. The company offers food-related managed services, including dining, catering, food service management, and convenience-oriented retail services; non-clinical support services, such as patient food and nutrition, retail food, and procurement services; and plant operations and maintenance, custodial/housekeeping, energy management, grounds keeping, and capital project management services. It also provides on-site restaurants, catering, convenience stores, and executive dining services; beverage and vending services; and facility management services comprising landscaping, transportation, payment, and other facility consulting services relating to building operations. In addition, the company offers concessions, banquet, and catering services; retail services and merchandise sale, recreational, and lodging services; and facility management services at sports, entertainment, and recreational facilities. Further, the company offers correctional food; and operates commissaries, laundry facilities, and property rooms. Additionally, it provides design, sourcing and manufacturing, delivery, cleaning, maintenance, and marketing services for uniforms and accessories; provides managed restroom services; and rents uniforms, work clothing, outerwear, particulate-free garments, and non-garment items and related services that include mats, shop towels, and first aid supplies. The company was formerly known as ARAMARK Holdings Corporation and changed its name to Aramark in May 2014. Aramark was founded in 1959 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Aramark has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.75.
PE Ratio
Aramark has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 59.09. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $59.09 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 6.73%.
Dividend Yield
As stated by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Nov 20, 2022, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 0.44 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 0.99%.
5. Ulta Beauty (ULTA)
6.6% sales growth and 62.03% return on equity
Ulta Beauty, Inc. operates as a retailer of beauty products in the United States. The company's stores offer cosmetics, fragrances, skincare and haircare products, bath and body products, and salon styling tools; professional hair products; salon services, including hair, skin, makeup, and brow services; and nail services. It also provides its private label products, such as the Ulta Beauty Collection branded cosmetics, skincare, and bath products, as well as Ulta Beauty branded products; and the Ulta Beauty branded gifts. As of March 10, 2022, the company operated 1,308 retail stores across 50 states. It also distributes its products through its website ulta.com; and mobile applications. The company was formerly known as Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. and changed its name to Ulta Beauty, Inc. in January 2017. Ulta Beauty, Inc. was incorporated in 1990 and is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Ulta Beauty has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.11.
PE Ratio
Ulta Beauty has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 166.51. Meaning,
the purchaser of the share is investing $166.51 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 62.03%.
