Touchstone Small Cap Fund Q3 2025 Contributors And Detractors
Among the largest contributors to Fund performance were Armstrong World Industries, Ingevity Corporation, and Graham Holdings Co. Graham Holdings outperformed the benchmark on strong second quarter results, led by solid growth in Kaplan Education and the continued expansion of its Healthcare segment. Among the largest detractors from Fund performance were Interparfums, Haemonetics Corporation, and White Mountains Insurance Group.
Annaly Capital Q3: Graham P/E And Number Show Attractive Valuation, But Risks Remain
Judging by its FQ3 earnings report, I expect flat earnings growth ahead for Annaly Capital Management. Other risks include chronic book value per share (BVPS) erosion and significant equity dilution, both of which can pressure long-term valuation. To counterbalance these negatives, Annaly Capital Management stock now trades at a sizable discount, judging by two independent valuation methods.
Graham Corporation: Double-Digit Growth, Higher Bar For H2
Graham Corporation shares are up ~40% YTD as stronger orders, higher guidance, and improved profitability offset a softer Q2; management still targets higher FY26 gross margin and EBITDA. TTM revenue growth is ~16% with quarterly volatility; defense rose 32% in Q2, space 17%, and energy/process 11%, pushing book-to-bill to 1.3x and backlog to a record ~$500M. Gross margin expanded from ~7% in 2022 to ~25% in 2025, driven by mix, pricing, and execution; Q2 margin dipped 220 bps on tariffs, mix, and comps.
Graham: Impressive, If Only Margins Join The Momentum As Well
Graham Corporation has transitioned into a mission-critical defense solutions provider, driving robust order momentum and revenue growth. Despite strong sales and backlog, its margins remain compressed, with earnings growth lagging behind revenue expansion. Management's conservative guidance and lack of margin improvement raise caution, especially after significant share price appreciation.
Graham Machinery: Not A Bad Time To Cash In After A Sturdy Run (Rating Downgrade)
Graham Corporation has generated returns of over 88% since early May, outperforming its Russell 2000 and Industrial peers by 4-5x in the process. Q2-26 results showed strong revenue growth and record backlog of $500M, yet margins declined mainly due to mix issues, and free cash flow remains negative. The lack of an upgrade in guidance is not ideal for a stock that is priced at a 70% premium on an EBITDA multiple basis and offers negative FCF yield.
Graham (GHM) Q2 Earnings Lag Estimates
Graham (GHM) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.31 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.33 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.31 per share a year ago.
10 Ideal 'Safer' Dividend Buys From 38 Of 68 October Graham Value All-Stars (GVAS)
The article analyzes the top large-cap value (GASV) stocks using YCharts' Value Score and Ben Graham Formula to identify fair-priced, high-yield dividend opportunities. Ten of eighteen 'safer' lowest-priced GASV stocks, including ET, MPLX, YRD, VZ, BMY, TFC, T, SU, MFC, and BBVA, are considered buyable in October. Analyst projections suggest the top ten GASV stocks could deliver average net gains of 38.01% by October 2026, with Lexinfintech Holdings leading potential returns.
Energy Transfer Q3 Preview: Graham P/E And Number Send Mixed Signals (Downgrade)
Recent developments have led me to question Energy Transfer LP's valuation appeal and downgrade my rating to Hold. ET's projected EPS growth appears overly optimistic compared to its modest dividend growth rates in recent quarters. Profitability and growth uncertain further translate into mixed valuation assessments:
Graham (GHM) is on the Move, Here's Why the Trend Could be Sustainable
Graham (GHM) made it through our "Recent Price Strength" screen and could be a great choice for investors looking to make a profit from stocks that are currently on the move.
7 Ideal "Safer" Dividend Buys From 61 September Graham Value All-Stars (GVAS)
The article analyzes Large Cap Value (GASV) stocks using YCharts' Value Score and the Ben Graham Formula to identify fair-priced, high-yield dividend opportunities. Seven of fourteen 'safer' lowest-priced GASV Dogs—ET, MPLX, YRD, VZ, BMY, BBVA, and MFC—are highlighted as buyable for September 2025. Top ten GASV stocks are projected by analysts to deliver average net gains of 26.84% by September 2026, with Energy Transfer (ET) leading at 35.43%.
Is Graham (GHM) Outperforming Other Industrial Products Stocks This Year?
Here is how Graham (GHM) and Gates Industrial (GTES) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Graham (GHM) is on the Move, Here's Why the Trend Could be Sustainable
Graham (GHM) could be a great choice for investors looking to make a profit from fundamentally strong stocks that are currently on the move. It is one of the several stocks that made it through our "Recent Price Strength" screen.
