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Buy These 5 Low-Leverage Stocks Amid Volatile Market Sentiment
ZACKS· 2025-05-30 15:16
Market Overview - The U.S. stock market displayed mixed signals on May 29, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 gaining due to NVIDIA's strong quarterly results and a favorable ruling against Trump-imposed tariffs, while the Dow Jones declined amid economic outlook concerns and geopolitical uncertainties [1] Investment Strategy - In a volatile market, investors are advised to consider low-leverage stocks such as Novartis, ENGIE SA, MasTec, Dorman Products, and Sterling Infrastructure to mitigate potential losses [2] - Low-leverage stocks are preferred as they typically bear less financial risk, making them safer options during market turmoil [6][5] Understanding Leverage - Leverage refers to the practice of companies borrowing capital to operate and expand, primarily through debt financing, which can be risky if it does not yield returns exceeding the interest rate [4][5] - A lower debt-to-equity ratio indicates improved solvency and reduced financial risk for a company [7] Stock Selection Criteria - Stocks should have a debt-to-equity ratio lower than the industry median, a current price of at least $10, an average 20-day trading volume of 50,000 or more, and a percentage change in EPS greater than the industry median [11][12] - Additional criteria include a VGM Score of A or B, estimated one-year EPS growth greater than 5%, and a Zacks Rank of 1 or 2 [12] Company Highlights - **Novartis**: Launched a tender offer to acquire Regulus Therapeutics for $7.00 per share, potentially enhancing its RNA-targeted therapies pipeline. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 sales suggests a 7.1% improvement from 2024, with a long-term earnings growth rate of 7.9% [14][15] - **ENGIE SA**: Reported a 5.6% year-over-year revenue growth in Q1 2025 and has 8.5 GW of renewable and battery capacity under construction. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 earnings indicates a 22.9% year-over-year improvement [16][17] - **MasTec**: Announced a 6% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2025, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 sales showing an 11% improvement and earnings expected to rise by 54.9% [17][18] - **Dorman Products**: Released hundreds of new automotive repair solutions, expanding its catalog and creating over 12 million new sales opportunities. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 sales indicates a 4.9% improvement [19][20] - **Sterling Infrastructure**: Reported a 7% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2025, with adjusted earnings per share surging by 29%. The company has a long-term earnings growth rate of 15% [21]
Here's Why Momentum in Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) Should Keep going
ZACKS· 2025-05-30 13:56
Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of timing and sustainability in stock trends for successful short-term investing, highlighting the need for strong fundamentals to maintain momentum [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - Sterling Infrastructure (STRL) has shown a solid price increase of 54.2% over the past 12 weeks, indicating strong investor interest [4]. - The stock has also increased by 16.4% in the last four weeks, suggesting that the upward trend is still intact [5]. - STRL is currently trading at 82.3% of its 52-week high-low range, indicating a potential breakout [5]. Group 2: Fundamental Strength - STRL holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), placing it in the top 20% of over 4,000 ranked stocks based on earnings estimate revisions and EPS surprises [6]. - The stock has an Average Broker Recommendation of 1 (Strong Buy), reflecting high optimism from the brokerage community regarding its near-term performance [7]. - The Zacks Rank system has a strong historical performance, with Zacks Rank 1 stocks averaging a +25% annual return since 1988 [7]. Group 3: Investment Strategy - The "Recent Price Strength" screen is a useful tool for identifying stocks like STRL that are on an uptrend supported by strong fundamentals [3]. - There are additional stocks that meet the criteria of the "Recent Price Strength" screen, providing further investment opportunities [8]. - The Zacks Research Wizard can assist in backtesting stock-picking strategies to ensure past profitability [9].
Black Diamond Group Limited Issues 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report
Globenewswire· 2025-05-30 11:05
CALGARY, Alberta, May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Diamond Group Limited (“Black Diamond” or the “Company”) (TSX: BDI, OTCQX:BDIMF), a leading provider of space rental and temporary lodging and accommodations, issued its 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report (the “Report”) detailing the Company’s commitment to environmental, social and governance matters, while highlighting the positive results and value delivered through the Company’s shared efforts. “We know that business is a powerful driver of econ ...
ECG DEADLINE: ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Everus Construction Group, Inc. Investors With Losses in Excess of $100K to Secure Counsel Before Important June 3 Deadline in Securities Class Action – ECG
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-05-29 22:31
NEW YORK, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG) between October 31, 2024 and February 11, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), including investors who held MDU Resources Group, Inc. (“MDU Resources”) common stock as of October 21, 2024 and acquired Everus Construction common stock issued in connection with the spinoff of Everus Construction on or about October 31, ...
Parsons Celebrates Engineering Excellence Award and Ribbon Cutting for I-80/Gilman Street Interchange Project
Globenewswire· 2025-05-29 20:05
CHANTILLY, Va., May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) proudly announced the official completion of the I-80/Gilman Street Interchange Improvement Project in Berkeley, California, celebrated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on April 28. Hosted by the Alameda County Transportation Commission and the California Department of Transportation, the event marked a significant milestone in delivering long-awaited mobility improvements to the East Bay. The achievement comes as Parsons ...
Multi Ways Holdings Regains Compliance with NYSE Continued Listing Standards
Globenewswire· 2025-05-29 12:30
Core Viewpoint - Multi Ways Holdings Limited has regained compliance with NYSE listing requirements after timely filing its Annual Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 [1][3]. Company Summary - Multi Ways Holdings Limited is a leading supplier of heavy construction equipment for sales and rental in Singapore and the surrounding region, with over two decades of experience in the industry [4]. - The company serves a diverse customer base, including clients from Singapore, Australia, UAE, Maldives, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and offers a wide variety of new and used heavy construction equipment [4]. - Multi Ways is positioned as a one-stop shop for customers, providing not only equipment but also refurbishment and cleaning services [4]. Compliance and Regulatory Summary - On May 16, 2025, the company was notified by NYSE Regulation of non-compliance due to the late filing of its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 [2]. - The company filed its 2024 Form 20-F on May 23, 2025, and subsequently received confirmation of regained compliance from NYSE Regulation on May 27, 2025 [3].
ECG LAWSUIT ALERT: The Gross Law Firm Notifies Everus Construction Group, Inc. Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline
Prnewswire· 2025-05-29 09:45
NEW YORK, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Everus Construction Group, Inc. (NYSE: ECG).Shareholders who purchased shares of ECG during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointment. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.CONTACT US HERE:https://securitiesclasslaw.com/securities/everus-construction-group-inc-loss-submission-form/?id=150489&from=4CLASS PERI ...
Trimble(TRMB) - 2025 FY - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-28 18:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has transformed from being approximately 50% software five years ago to 75% software today [6] - Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) has increased to over $2.1 billion, growing 17% organically in the first quarter [7] - Gross margins have improved by 1,200 basis points over the last five years, currently around 70% [7] - EBITDA has seen a 500 basis point improvement during the same timeframe [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Owners) software business is projected to reach about $1.4 billion in ARR this year [13] - The company has simplified its offerings, creating over 20 purpose-built bundles to enhance customer accessibility [15] - The construction software segment has seen a 19% growth in ARR in the first quarter, with two-thirds of new bookings coming from existing customers [22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company operates in 70 countries, with a significant presence in the U.S. market, benefiting from recent infrastructure laws and acts [50][51] - The construction software market is growing in the low single digits, while the company is growing at 19%, indicating market share gains [52] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company's strategy focuses on "connect and scale," aiming to connect users, data, and stakeholders across industry lifecycles [9] - The company is pursuing a global expansion strategy, particularly in underserved markets like India and the Middle East [66] - The company is exploring both organic growth and potential M&A opportunities to enhance its capabilities in various markets [69] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management sees a healthy backlog among customers, with labor being a bottleneck rather than demand [51] - The company believes it can continue to grow ARR in the teens for the foreseeable future, driven by a strong product-market fit and execution [23] - Management acknowledges the cyclical nature of the construction industry but emphasizes the secular trend towards digitization [57] Other Important Information - The company has undergone 23 divestitures and seven acquisitions in the last five years to simplify and focus its business [8] - The company is leveraging AI for internal efficiencies and customer-facing applications, enhancing productivity and service delivery [95][96] Q&A Session Summary Question: Where do you see new logo wins coming from? - New logo wins are expected to come from mid-sized contractors, with a focus on developing technology to penetrate further down market [89] Question: Can you provide more details about SketchUp? - SketchUp is a key product in the architecture and design suite, growing faster than the segment average, with over 200 million in ARR [91] Question: How is Trimble's cyclicality changing? - The company has a more durable business model today, with two-thirds of revenue being recurring, which provides resilience against market fluctuations [56] Question: What opportunities does Trimble see in the rental market? - The rental market presents opportunities for technology portability, especially in regions where rental is a common business practice [80] Question: How does the company plan to achieve its gross margin targets? - The company aims to reach 74% gross margin by 2027 through organic growth and a favorable mix of software over hardware [106]
Looking for a Fast-paced Momentum Stock at a Bargain? Consider Titan Machinery (TITN)
ZACKS· 2025-05-28 13:51
Momentum investing is essentially an exception to the idea of "buying low and selling high." Investors following this style of investing are usually not interested in betting on cheap stocks and waiting long for them to recover. Instead, they believe that "buying high and selling higher" is the way to make far more money in lesser time.Who doesn't like betting on fast-moving trending stocks? But determining the right entry point isn't easy. Often, these stocks lose momentum once their valuation moves ahead ...
JFB Construction Holdings Executes Over $69.5 Million in Contracts to Date in 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-28 12:45
Lantana, FL, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB), a Real Estate Development and construction company focused on Hospitality, commerical, industrial and residential property development, announces that it has executed new contracts totaling more than $69.5 million to date in 2025. These contracts represent several key business verticals, including hospitality, commercial retail, industrial, high-end residential and real estate development. “This achievement is such an imp ...