Casey's General Stores: Upbeat Results, Still A Quality Hold
Casey's General Stores, Inc. shows strong growth with a 17.1% revenue increase and a 14.3% rise in inside gross profit, despite moderating growth rates and some near-term earnings pressure. Operating expenses are well-controlled, up only 3.2% excluding credit card fees, even with more stores, highlighting efficient cost management. Shares are currently expensive, but a market selloff presenting prices well under $400 offers a good entry point; today, shares are rated a hold.
Why Casey's General Stores Stock Surged Higher Today
Shares of the United States' third-largest convenience store and fifth-largest pizza chain, Casey's General Stores (CASY 6.63%), were up 6% as of 11:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Legal & General praised for 'swan-like' turnaround but shares still under water
Legal & General Group PLC (LSE:LGEN) shares fell 1.7% despite the life insurer unveiling a larger than expected £500 million buyback, with analysts pointing out a few niggles in the numbers but its overall "swan-like" performance. The recent streamlining of the business into three core areas – Institutional Retirement, Asset Management and UK Retail – resulted in non-core sales during the year of its US Protection business for £1.8 billion and Cala Homes for £1.35 billion, which will result in a further share buyback of £1 billion when the former is completed, in addition to the one announced today.
Key Factors to Watch Ahead of Dollar General's Q4 Earnings Report
Dollar General's Q4 revenue growth is expected to have been fueled by market share expansion in consumables, strategic pricing and promotional efforts.
How To Earn $500 A Month From Casey's General Stores Stock Ahead Of Q3 Earnings
Casey's General Stores, Inc. CASY will release its third-quarter financial results, after the closing bell, on Tuesday, March 11.
Dollar General: A Discount Retailer Selling At Discount Prices
I rate Dollar General a buy due to its deep discount and recessionary resistant business model. While the core consumer for DG is hurting in the macro environment, DG is supporting the customer through the cycle, leading to higher consumables sales and customer loyalty. With higher consumables sales and DG forced to invest in labor, and inflation remaining sticky, margin pressures will remain, but will not be permanent.
General Mills Is A Solid Long-Term Investment With Upside Potential
General Mills stock is currently underperforming, with its stock over 30% below its all-time high, largely due to disappointing top and bottom line growth. Despite recent struggles, GIS stock is attractively valued with a 3.9% dividend yield and a P/E ratio of 13.53, suggesting potential upside. Ongoing restructuring in the yogurt business and a focus on pet food are expected to drive a medium- to long-term turnaround.
GM Just Did More of What Makes It So Valuable
It's safe to say that General Motors (GM 0.77%) had a pretty great 2024. It grew full-year revenue by 9% and led the U.S. auto market in total, retail, and fleet deliveries.
General Motors (GM) Increases Yet Falls Behind Market: What Investors Need to Know
In the closing of the recent trading day, General Motors (GM) stood at $47.44, denoting a +0.51% change from the preceding trading day.
General Dynamics Rewards Shareholders With 5.6% Dividend Hike
GD hikes its quarterly dividend payout to $1.50 per share. This increase represents the company's 28th consecutive annual dividend hike.
General Motors (GM) Moves 7.2% Higher: Will This Strength Last?
General Motors (GM) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.
Why General Dynamics Stock Flew Almost 5% Higher Today
No matter their investing style, it's safe to say that nearly every person who puts money into stocks likes a dividend raise. These investor-pleasing moves are almost always met with approval, and that dynamic was in play Wednesday for veteran aerospace and defense company General Dynamics (GD 4.85%).
