The weakness in the industrial automation segment due to lower demand for projects is worrying. The weaker demand for its products in the areas of sensors and security technology is also worrying. Given the company’s international presence, currency conversion remains an overhang.

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Charles Schwabs Shares have gained +5.2% year to date while the Zacks Financial – Investment Bank industry has gained +38.0%. As the company struggles with low-yielding assets on its balance sheet, it plans to downsize to continue making profits and rely more heavily on off-balance sheet arrangements to house deposits. This will likely put pressure on revenue growth.

The Zacks analyst expects total sales to grow just 2.6% in 2024. Increased costs will affect profitability. Although we expect total spending to decrease in 2024, it will increase in 2025.

However, falling interest rates will support the expansion of the net interest margin (NIM). The focus on repaying the banks’ cost-intensive additional financing balances will further improve margins. We forecast a NIM of 2.13% in 2024. The company’s customer assets have increased through acquisitions. We expect total client assets to reach an annual growth rate of 8.8% by 2026. Solid capital distributions are another plus point.

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Shares of Steel partner outperformed the Zacks Diversified Operations industry last year (+6.7% vs. -7.7%). This microcap company with a market capitalization of $796.20 million has demonstrated consistent growth across its diversified operations, driven by strong customer demand, operational efficiencies and effective execution.

The company’s robust profitability improvements reflect its focus on cost discipline, margin expansion and improved segment contributions. In addition, its strong balance sheet and deleveraging efforts improve financial flexibility and reduce risks, supporting growth initiatives and investments.

Through disciplined capital allocation, including share repurchases and consistent distributions, Steel Partners reinforces its commitment to creating shareholder value. With a diversified portfolio, successful acquisition synergies and strengthened profitability in financial services, the company is well positioned for sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

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Better choice The stocks have underperformed the Zacks Retail – Other industry over the past year (-84.8% vs. +10.4%). This microcap company with a market capitalization of $3.73 million is exposed to the Asia Pacific region, exposing Better Choice to regulatory, economic and competitive risks, while liquidity concerns remain despite recent capital raises. Increased costs for marketing and supply chain improvements remain a challenge.

Nevertheless, Better Choice achieved its first profitable quarter in the third quarter of 2024, with adjusted EBITDA of over $0.2 million and a gross margin of 40%, driven by operational efficiencies and inventory reductions. Strong supply chain performance (fill rates of 97%) positions the company for sustainable growth.

Asia Pacific remains a key driver, driven by the doubling of pet ownership in China and demand for premium brands such as Halo. The acquisition of SRx Health increases size and allows entry into the veterinary industry, improving diversification. Digital sales gained momentum, with double-digit subscription growth and a 20% increase in repeat purchases.

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