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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Shareholders in Coventry Group (ASX:CYG) are in the red if they invested a year ago
Investors can approximate the average market return by buying an index fund. When you buy individual stocks, you can make higher profits, but you also face the risk of under-performance. Investors in Coventry Group Ltd (ASX:CYG) have tasted that bitter downside in the last year, as the share price dropped 42%. That falls noticeably short of the market return of around 12%. To make matters worse, the returns over three years have also been really disappointing (the share price is 32% lower than three years ago). Shareholders have had an even rougher run lately, with the share price down 24% in the last 90 days. So let's have a look and see if the longer term performance of the company has been in line with the underlying business' progress. Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and these 15 US stocks have developments that are poised to benefit. We don't think that Coventry Group's modest trailing twelve month profit has the market's full attention at the moment. We think revenue is probably a better guide. As a general rule, we think this kind of company is more comparable to loss-making stocks, since the actual profit is so low. For shareholders to have confidence a company will grow profits significantly, it must grow revenue. Coventry Group grew its revenue by 0.4% over the last year. While that may seem decent it isn't great considering the company is still making a loss. Given this lacklustre revenue growth, the share price drop of 42% seems pretty appropriate. It's important not to lose sight of the fact that profitless companies must grow. But if you buy a loss making company then you could become a loss making investor. The graphic below depicts how earnings and revenue have changed over time (unveil the exact values by clicking on the image). We like that insiders have been buying shares in the last twelve months. Having said that, most people consider earnings and revenue growth trends to be a more meaningful guide to the business. Dive deeper into the earnings by checking this interactive graph of Coventry Group's earnings, revenue and cash flow. Coventry Group shareholders are down 41% for the year (even including dividends), but the market itself is up 12%. Even the share prices of good stocks drop sometimes, but we want to see improvements in the fundamental metrics of a business, before getting too interested. On the bright side, long term shareholders have made money, with a gain of 6% per year over half a decade. If the fundamental data continues to indicate long term sustainable growth, the current sell-off could be an opportunity worth considering. While it is well worth considering the different impacts that market conditions can have on the share price, there are other factors that are even more important. Consider for instance, the ever-present spectre of investment risk. We've identified 4 warning signs with Coventry Group , and understanding them should be part of your investment process. Coventry Group is not the only stock insiders are buying. So take a peek at this free list of small cap companies at attractive valuations which insiders have been buying. Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on Australian exchanges. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
Globe and Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Apple vs. Chipotle
It might seem like a strange comparison to pit Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) against each other, but these are two companies that are very popular among investors. While both face certain headwinds from things like tariffs and a bit of consumer uncertainty, I'm going to throw a real zinger out there, and call Chipotle the better investment at this time. Here's why. Financial trends First and foremost, let's look at how these two stocks have been doing. Over the last five years, Chipotle has been a much more consistent performer in terms of top-line revenue growth, expanding by 14.5% annually over the last few years. In comparison, Apple's momentum has slid since 2021, with revenue growth in the low single digits, and even negative 2.8% in 2023. Looking to 2025, both companies started out fairly strongly. Chipotle had year-over-year revenue growth of 6.4% in the first quarter, with a 7.7% increase in earnings per share to $0.28 per diluted share. Apple, in comparison, posted a 5% increase in revenue in its second fiscal quarter, while earnings were up a strong 8% to $1.65. On a trailing basis, Chipotle is a bit more expensive than Apple, carrying a P/E ratio of 44.8 vs. Apple's price-to-earnings ratio of 31.2, but I believe my next point will explain why Chipotle is still the better buy. Different stages in life Apple is a mature tech giant. Its iPhone, iPad, and Mac product lines have already penetrated global markets extensively. Growth now hinges on incremental innovations, services, and accessories -- areas that, while profitable, are already highly saturated and competitive. Take, for example, how many streaming services there are today as opposed to even a few years ago. Initiatives like Apple TV+ have a lot of competition now. Based on the sheer size of the company, it's going to be harder to hit high growth rates. Chipotle, by contrast, is still in a robust growth phase. With fewer than 4,000 stores and plans to expand in North America rapidly, Chipotle isn't resting on its laurels. It also recently announced its intentions to begin opening stores in Mexico by early 2026. It has significant room for physical footprint growth with the addition of international markets, giving it an untapped global potential. World events Let's face it. Tariffs are on everyone's mind right now. With President Donald Trump recently threatening Apple with a 25% tariff if they don't move their business back to the U.S., this is a nervous moment to hold a lot of Apple stock. When you consider how incredibly important the iPhone is to Apple's bottom line, this really matters. Chipotle, on the other hand, is arguably a little bit more insulated from all of the drama of global tech cycles, tech tariffs, semiconductor shortages, and international regulatory pressure. Sure, some of its food supply routes might experience some headaches, but we're not seeing food targeted the way big tech is. One worry is that the company did say earlier in the year that it would eat the costs of higher prices, rather than carrying them over to the consumer. That puts a damper on overall potential, but Chipotle still expects positive comp restaurant sales for the year. Conclusion The way I view it is fairly straightforward. Food is always in demand. Expensive phone upgrades and laptops are not. That gives Chipotle an edge. Apple remains a technological powerhouse, but its days of rapid growth may be behind it. Chipotle, on the other hand, is still a nimble, scalable company with strong brand loyalty, accelerating growth, and untapped markets. Should you invest $1,000 in Chipotle Mexican Grill right now? Before you buy stock in Chipotle Mexican Grill, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Chipotle Mexican Grill wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $651,049!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $828,224!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor 's total average return is979% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to171%for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of May 19, 2025 David Butler has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Apple and Chipotle Mexican Grill. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: short June 2025 $55 calls on Chipotle Mexican Grill. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Unity upgraded to Buy at Jefferies on accelerating revenue growth expectations
As previously reported, Jefferies upgraded Unity (U) to Buy from Hold with a price target of $29, up from $22, based on the view that the improved Vector ad model can drive accelerating revenue growth in FY26 and beyond. While acknowledging it is early, the firm says green shoots being seen from Vector, upcoming feature upgrades, and new management give it confidence in at least high-single digit percentage revenue growth in FY26 and it believes the risk-reward is favorable as it sees potential for 'significant EBITDA upside.' Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See Insiders' Hot Stocks on TipRanks >> Read More on U: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Unity upgraded to Buy from Hold at Jefferies Unusual call flow in option market yesterday Record call volume in Unity Software opens position 22% above spot Unity Software call volume above normal and directionally bullish Unity price target lowered to $30 from $33 at Needham Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Globe and Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Eddy Smart Home Solutions Ltd. Announces Q1/2025 Financial Results
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 30, 2025) - Eddy Smart Home Solutions Ltd. (TSXV: EDY) ("Eddy" or the "Company") is pleased to announce its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Q1 2025 Highlights Growth in In-Building Devices Eddy has increased the number of in-building devices by approximately 41%, from 83,416 as of March 31, 2024, to 117,513 as of March 31, 2025. This significant growth is expected to drive additional revenue and highlights the increasing market acceptance of Eddy's technology and significant market traction. Revenue For the three months ended March 31, 2025, revenue was $1,067,003 as compared to $1,041,310 reported for Q1/2024. Recurring Billings Billings represent the amount billed to customers for monthly monitoring and equipment rentals. For the three months ended March 31, 2025, the recurring billings amounted to $898,178 (2024 - $669,233), an increase of $228,946 over the comparable quarter. This represents average monthly recurring revenue of $299,393 (2024 - $223,078), an increase of approximately 34%. Net Loss Net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was ($751,956), as compared to ($472,818) reported for Q1/2024. During the current quarter, the Company increased expenditures related to the recruitment of sales professionals, as part of its ongoing efforts to build a robust sales organization. This initiative aligns with the Company's strategic objective to support growth and expand its market presence in the United States. Basic and Diluted Loss Per Share Basic and diluted loss per share for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was ($0.12) as compared to ($0.59) for Q1/2024. As at March 31, 2025, 6,128,623 (March 31, 2024 - 795,290) Common Shares were issued and outstanding. On June 28, 2024, the Company completed a non-brokered private placement of 5,333,333 post-consolidation common shares and the prior period share amounts have been retrospectively adjusted to reflect the (100:1) Share Consolidation. As at December 31, 2024, 6,128,623 Common Shares were issued and outstanding. About Eddy Eddy is a leading North American provider and developer of smart water metering products and monitoring services for commercial and residential properties. Eddy's solutions help property owners and developers protect, control, and conserve water usage through advanced sensing devices and behavioral learning software. For more information, visit For further details on the company's financial performance, please review our consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for the years ended December 31, 2024, and 2023, as well as the unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2025, and 2024, available on Eddy's SEDAR profile at Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements reflect management's current expectations and are based on assumptions and estimates that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ are discussed in the company's most recent management's discussion and analysis under "Risks And Uncertainties," available at Eddy undertakes no obligation to update these statements, except as required by law. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Hollywood Bowl shares fall as sales dented by warm weather
Hollywood Bowl shares fell eight per cent on Thursday after posting its latest results for the six months to 31 March. The group said the recent spell of warm weather had dented its sales as Britons headed out into the sunshine rather than visiting a ten-pin bowling venue. Hollywood Bowl said it suffered a 'short-term' hit to its British operations between March and May. But the group said it remained 'confident' on its outlook for the final six months of the year thanks to action to offset the weather knock, and kept its full-year earnings guidance unchanged. Despite slower-than-expected revenue growth, Hollywood Bowl upped its interim dividend by three per cent to 4.1p. Stephen Burns, chief executive of Hollywood Bowl, said: 'The prolonged period of unprecedented dry and warm weather from March to May has had a short-term impact on trading. 'However, we've responded quickly, managing margins and costs while maintaining strong operational performance, which remains as good as it's ever been. 'Looking ahead, we're well positioned for the key summer holiday period.' Hollywood Bowl said drier weather earlier in the year – between February and late March – played a part in a fall in the number of bowling game bookings during its first half to 31 March, down 4.5 per cent on a like-for-like basis. The fall was also driven by the timing of Easter and last year's leap year, which gave an extra day of trading, 'as well as the continuing competition from new competitive socialising offerings opening in certain locations', it said. But it said spend per game rose, helping boost total like-for-like revenues for its British arm by 1.3 per cent in the half-year, with sales in bowling centres up 1.5 per cent. Pre-tax profits fell 9.4 per cent to £28million on an underlying basis in the six months to 31 March as costs also rose. Hollywood Bowl said it saw its wage bill increase by £2.6million to £24.9million after minimum wage increases. Employer national insurance contributions have also increased. The group operates 75 bowling alleys in Britain and 15 in Canada, and wants to increase its 90 locations to 130 by 2030. It opened three new centres in the first half of the year, with Reading and Uxbridge scheduled to open during the second half of the financial year. Robinhood analyst Dan Lane, said: 'The attractive dividend and buyback plans might frustrate investors who look at the success so far in Canada and wonder if that cash could be put to good use instead of returning it to shareholders. 'The same goes for the rising dividend – there looks to be a good window of opportunity in North America and all newly opened UK centres are expecting an ROI of 19 per cent. Pumping cash into new sites feels like a better use of the cash pile.' Hollywood Bowl shares fell 8.37 per cent or 24.78p to 271.22p on Thursday, having fallen over 16 per cent in the last year.
