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ConsumerWhat’s the Dividend Yield of the Consumer Non-Cyclical Sector?
The consumer non-cyclical segment recorded a dividend yield of 3%.
Energy & UtilitiesA Look at the Earnings and Revenue Drivers for AES
What drove the EPS growth for AES? AES Corporation’s (AES) cost of sales dropped 1.0% in 2016 before rising 4.0% in 9M17. As a result, its gross profit fell 15.0% in 2016 before expanding 11.0% in 9M17. AES Corporation’s general and administrative expenses decreased 1.0% in 2016 and rose 15.0% in 9M17. This led to […]
IndustrialsHow KAMN’s Dividend Yield Looks
Kaman (KAMN) is a differentiated company that conducts business in the aerospace and distribution markets.
Real EstateWhat’s Boosted Simon Property Group’s Dividend Yield
Revenue and earnings In this part, we’ll look at Simon Property Group (SPG). Engaged in real estate investment around the world, this retail REIT saw its revenue growth slow from 8% in 2015 to 3% in 2016. Whereas its minimum rent has risen since 2014, its overage rent, tenant reimbursements, and management fees fell in 2016. Simon […]
FinancialsGreat Ajax’s Dividend Performance
Great Ajax (AJX) has recorded a dividend yield of 3.8% and total returns of 14.3% on a year-to-date basis.
ConsumerHow Much Has Hormel Returned to Shareholders in Fiscal 2016?
Along with its 3Q16 results, Hormel Foods (HRL) also announced the 352nd consecutive quarterly dividend at the annual rate of $0.58 per share.
Company & Industry OverviewsCan New Amendments Extend Patterson-UTI Energy’s Credit Commitment?
Patterson-UTI Energy’s net debt-to-EBITDA Patterson-UTI Energy’s (PTEN) net debt-to-TTM (trailing-12-month) EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization) trended upward from fiscal 2Q15 through fiscal 2Q16. In 2Q16, Patterson-UTI Energy’s net debt-to-EBITDA was 2.7x, or 208% higher than one year previously. Remember, net debt-to-EBITDA reflects how easily a company can repay its debts from its […]
Basic MaterialsHow Much Will Rig Count Affect Patterson-UTI Energy in Fiscal 3Q16?
In 2Q16, the US rig count declined by 51% over one year previously. During this period, the international rig count decreased by only 19%.
ConsumerHow Much Has Tyson Foods Returned to Shareholders in Fiscal 2016?
Tyson Foods bought back 6.6 million shares in fiscal 3Q16 and has bought back another 5.4 million shares so far in fiscal 4Q16.
Earnings ReportInside the Analyst Forecasts for Patterson-UTI Energy after Its 2Q16 Earnings
Approximately 52% of analysts tracking Patterson-UTI Energy (PTEN) rated it a “buy” or some equivalent. Approximately 34% rated the company a “hold.”
Earnings ReportHas PTEN’s Correlation with Crude Oil Decreased since 1Q16?
PTEN’s correlation with crude oil price has increased marginally since the end of 1Q16 through July 8, 2016, compared to the past year.
Earnings ReportWill Rig Count Affect Patterson-UTI Energy in 2Q16?
In 1Q16, the US rig count declined by 56% over 1Q15. During this period, the international rig count decreased by only 21%.
Company & Industry OverviewsWhat Does Patterson-UTI Energy’s Current Valuation Imply?
Patterson-UTI Energy’s (PTEN) adjusted earnings were negative in fiscal 1Q16.
Company & Industry OverviewsCould Patterson-UTI Energy Violate Debt Covenants in 2Q16?
As of March 31, 2016, Patterson-UTI Energy had a $65 million debt under a senior unsecured term loan.
Company & Industry OverviewsCoty Faces Fragrance Market Trend Deterioration in Fiscal 3Q16
Coty (COTY) operates under three reportable segments: Fragrance, Color Cosmetics, and Skin & Body Care.
Earnings ReportHow Do Analysts Rate Patterson-UTI Energy after 1Q16 Earnings?
In this article, we’ll look at Wall Street analysts’ forecasts for Patterson-UTI Energy’s (PTEN) shares following its fiscal 1Q16 earnings release.
Company & Industry OverviewsShould We Bet on U.S. Steel’s Tubular Segment for Its Revival?
Energy capex needs to come back for U.S. Steel’s Tubular segment to turn around. For the capex cycle to turn around, energy prices need to stabilize at a much higher level from what they are currently.
Earnings ReportColor Cosmetics Grew despite the Falling US Nail Market
For Coty’s Color Cosmetics and Skin & Body Care segments, the adjusted operating income rose by 45% and 82%, respectively, in fiscal 2Q16.
Earnings ReportWorthington Industries’ Revenue and Income Fell in Fiscal 2Q16
Worthington has a market cap of $1.7 billion. After the fiscal 2Q16 earnings report, it rose by 0.11% to close at ~$27.0 per share as of December 16.
Earnings ReportHow Does Worthington Industries Compare to Its Peers?
The PE ratios of Worthington Industries, Nucor, Alcoa, and Reliance Steel & Aluminum are 28.1x, 19.7x, 23.7x, and 12.9x, respectively, as of December 16.
Earnings ReportWhat Has Hormel Foods Planned for Fiscal 2016?
Hormel Foods (HRL) announced a 16% increase in its annual dividend, effective fiscal 2016. The annual dividend is now raised to $1.16 per share to be paid in fiscal 2016.
Company & Industry OverviewsAnalyzing Coty’s Dividend History and Shareholder Payouts
Coty’s dividend payout for the trailing 12 months came in at 30.9%. The company’s free cash flow for fiscal 2015 totaled ~$0.4 billion.
Earnings ReportHow Does Herman Miller Compare to Its Peers?
Based on the gross profit margins and EPS, Herman Miller outperformed its peers. However, the peers outperformed it based on the current ratio and PE and PBV ratios.
Earnings ReportOrganic Growth Boosts Herman Miller’s Performance
Herman Miller has a market cap of $1.67 billion. Its YTD performance is stable. After the 1Q16 earnings report, it rose by 1.24% to close $27.86 per share.
Earnings ReportAnalyzing How Advanced Drainage Systems’ Peers Performed
Advanced Drainage Systems’ YTD price movement is 26%. It’s higher than the PowerShares Dynamic Building & Construction Sector Portfolio ETF at 11.90%.
Earnings ReportAdvanced Drainage Systems Restates Its Financials
Advanced Drainage Systems’ (WMS) price movement on a weekly, monthly, and YTD (year-to-date) basis is 1.77%, 4.31%, and 26%, respectively.