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Earnings season has started with a bang, with big banks setting the tone. With profitability coming in better than in the last few quarters and a stronger outlook for the following quarters, there’s reason to believe that the economy is truly on the mend.
Most encouragingly, big banks have released billions in loan loss reserves that they had earlier set aside to provide for bad debts because these aren’t expected to materialize now. So conditions appear to be better than anticipated, no doubt helped by the aggressive and timely fiscal and monetary measures.
Here’s a quick peek at some of the strong results coming in from Zacks’ buy-ranked companies-
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD - Free Report) : The company reported earnings of $1.98, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 6.06% on revenue of $3.28 billion that topped by 8.2%.
One of the leading steel producers and metal recyclers in the U.S., STLD reported near-record steel shipments and record net sales, operating income and net income. Backlog was 50% above the previous high. It follows that cash flow was also solid.
And all this was possible because of the continued strength in demand along with historically low customer inventories throughout the supply chain that continued to support prices.
The company saw particular strength in the automotive, construction and industrial sectors.
On the negative side, input cost inflation remains a drag
The Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company was already looking at revenue and earnings increases of 34.8% and 144.0%, respectively, this year. Considering the outlook for continued demand strength through the year and beyond, these results should drive upward revision in estimates.
Consequently, the shares look on their way up.
Harley Davidson, Inc. (HOG - Free Report) : The company reported earnings of 79 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 112.7% on revenue of $1.22 billion that topped by 1.2%.
Known the world over for its Harley Davidson branded motorcycles, the company, under new CEO Jochen Zeitz, has made some adjustments in its product lineup that could be helping results. This change in focus is away from entry-level motorcycles toward touring, large cruiser and trike bike segments that are more profitable.
North America was particularly strong in the last quarter and may have also benefited from the stimulus checks.
Other initiatives include cost-cutting measures and a certified pre-owned bike program that may help build loyalty.
On the negative side, the EU has rolled back its tariff consideration, which could be a big blow for HOG. The company had been shipping its bikes from a Thai factory to circumvent the increased tariffs that were instituted as a retaliation to then President Trump’s tariffs on European steel and aluminum.
The Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company was expected to grow revenue 26.9% in 2021 even as earnings go from a penny to $2.36. The company looks set to move higher now.
Prologis, Inc. (PLD - Free Report) : The company reported FFO of 94 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.2% on revenue of $997 million that topped by 2.7%.
This real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on acquisition, development, operation and management of industrial real estate is benefiting from a surge in demand for space as global supply chains try to keep pace with the unleashing of pent-up demand. Prologis benefits from its well-positioned portfolio, differentiated customer offerings and investment capacity.
The surge in ecommerce sales is boosting demand for warehousing and distribution-related space, which along with the declining industrial vacancy rates indicates solid prospects for the company.
That said, rising industrial capacity in some markets could affect pricing.
The Zacks Rank #2 company was expected to grow top and bottom lines by a respective 8.4% and 3.9% going into the earning season but these estimates could be in for a revision after the solid results.
Sterling Bancorp : The company reported earnings of 46 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10.9% on revenue of $248 million that topped by 2.3%.
While deposit balances climbed and higher fee income helped results, the decline in net interest margin and increase in non-interest expenses were offsetting factors.
But the bigger news that hasn’t been well received by shareholders of either company, is Sterling’s all-stock merger of equals with Webster Financial in a $10.3 billion deal. Sterling shareholders will receive 0.463 of a Webster share for each of their Sterling shares for a total 49.6% share of the combined entity, which will be called Webster.
The goal is to create a big Northeast bank with greater scale and resources to invest in key areas, such as Webster’s commercial banking, health savings and consumer and digital banking businesses. Webster Chairman, President and CEO John R. Ciulla said there were “exceptional financial benefits” to the merger that was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies.
The Zacks Rank #2 company currently expects earnings growth of 60.0% in 2021 on flattish revenues.
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4 Buy-Ranked Companies with Solid Earnings Beats
Earnings season has started with a bang, with big banks setting the tone. With profitability coming in better than in the last few quarters and a stronger outlook for the following quarters, there’s reason to believe that the economy is truly on the mend.
Most encouragingly, big banks have released billions in loan loss reserves that they had earlier set aside to provide for bad debts because these aren’t expected to materialize now. So conditions appear to be better than anticipated, no doubt helped by the aggressive and timely fiscal and monetary measures.
Here’s a quick peek at some of the strong results coming in from Zacks’ buy-ranked companies-
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD - Free Report) : The company reported earnings of $1.98, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 6.06% on revenue of $3.28 billion that topped by 8.2%.
One of the leading steel producers and metal recyclers in the U.S., STLD reported near-record steel shipments and record net sales, operating income and net income. Backlog was 50% above the previous high. It follows that cash flow was also solid.
And all this was possible because of the continued strength in demand along with historically low customer inventories throughout the supply chain that continued to support prices.
The company saw particular strength in the automotive, construction and industrial sectors.
On the negative side, input cost inflation remains a drag
The Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company was already looking at revenue and earnings increases of 34.8% and 144.0%, respectively, this year. Considering the outlook for continued demand strength through the year and beyond, these results should drive upward revision in estimates.
Consequently, the shares look on their way up.
Harley Davidson, Inc. (HOG - Free Report) : The company reported earnings of 79 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 112.7% on revenue of $1.22 billion that topped by 1.2%.
Known the world over for its Harley Davidson branded motorcycles, the company, under new CEO Jochen Zeitz, has made some adjustments in its product lineup that could be helping results. This change in focus is away from entry-level motorcycles toward touring, large cruiser and trike bike segments that are more profitable.
North America was particularly strong in the last quarter and may have also benefited from the stimulus checks.
Other initiatives include cost-cutting measures and a certified pre-owned bike program that may help build loyalty.
On the negative side, the EU has rolled back its tariff consideration, which could be a big blow for HOG. The company had been shipping its bikes from a Thai factory to circumvent the increased tariffs that were instituted as a retaliation to then President Trump’s tariffs on European steel and aluminum.
The Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company was expected to grow revenue 26.9% in 2021 even as earnings go from a penny to $2.36. The company looks set to move higher now.
Prologis, Inc. (PLD - Free Report) : The company reported FFO of 94 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.2% on revenue of $997 million that topped by 2.7%.
This real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on acquisition, development, operation and management of industrial real estate is benefiting from a surge in demand for space as global supply chains try to keep pace with the unleashing of pent-up demand. Prologis benefits from its well-positioned portfolio, differentiated customer offerings and investment capacity.
The surge in ecommerce sales is boosting demand for warehousing and distribution-related space, which along with the declining industrial vacancy rates indicates solid prospects for the company.
That said, rising industrial capacity in some markets could affect pricing.
The Zacks Rank #2 company was expected to grow top and bottom lines by a respective 8.4% and 3.9% going into the earning season but these estimates could be in for a revision after the solid results.
Sterling Bancorp : The company reported earnings of 46 cents, topping the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 10.9% on revenue of $248 million that topped by 2.3%.
While deposit balances climbed and higher fee income helped results, the decline in net interest margin and increase in non-interest expenses were offsetting factors.
But the bigger news that hasn’t been well received by shareholders of either company, is Sterling’s all-stock merger of equals with Webster Financial in a $10.3 billion deal. Sterling shareholders will receive 0.463 of a Webster share for each of their Sterling shares for a total 49.6% share of the combined entity, which will be called Webster.
The goal is to create a big Northeast bank with greater scale and resources to invest in key areas, such as Webster’s commercial banking, health savings and consumer and digital banking businesses. Webster Chairman, President and CEO John R. Ciulla said there were “exceptional financial benefits” to the merger that was unanimously approved by the boards of both companies.
The Zacks Rank #2 company currently expects earnings growth of 60.0% in 2021 on flattish revenues.
Year-To-Date Price Movement
+1,500% Growth: One of 2021’s Most Exciting Investment Opportunities
In addition to the stocks you read about above, would you like to see Zacks’ top picks to capitalize on the Internet of Things (IoT)? It is one of the fastest-growing technologies in history, with an estimated 77 billion devices to be connected by 2025. That works out to 127 new devices per second.
Zacks has released a special report to help you capitalize on the Internet of Things’s exponential growth. It reveals 4 under-the-radar stocks that could be some of the most profitable holdings in your portfolio in 2021 and beyond.
Click here to download this report FREE >>