While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success.
Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".
Let’s get into the two stocks I’m looking at this summer – and take a quick peek at Luke Lango’s special portfolio and how these seven stocks all represent even more reasons to stay invested this summer...
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is often seen as a benchmark for strong businesses, but that doesn’t mean every stock is worth owning.
Some companies face significant challenges, whether it’s stagnating growth, heavy debt, or disruptive new competitors.
Payments and billing software maker Bill.com (NYSE:BILL) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales up 10.9% year on year to $358.2 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $375.5 million was less impressive, coming in 1.8% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.62 per share was 65.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner.
Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.
Companies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments.
Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.
Domain registrar and web services company GoDaddy (NYSE:GDDY) reported Q1 CY2025 results exceeding the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 7.7% year on year to $1.19 billion. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $1.21 billion, close to analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $1.51 per share was 9.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments.
Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.
Just as decluttering a home brings clarity and calm, conducting a financial spring cleaning can help gain control, reduce stress and set the stage for future success. Here are key steps to consider.
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Bill.com (NYSE:BILL) and the best and worst performers in the finance and hr software industry.
The deadline to file federal tax returns is Tuesday, April 15, 2025 leaving only one day left for procrastinators to get it in on-time. Here's what to know about last minute filings, extensions and payment requirements.
The best-performing stocks typically have robust sales growth, increasing margins, and rising returns on capital,
and those that can maintain this trifecta year in and year out often become the legends of the investing world.
