Companies with solid operating margins have a competitive edge, allowing them to reinvest for sustainable expansion.
The best of these businesses balance profitability with reinvestment, setting themselves up for long-term success.
Even among profitable businesses, only a select few truly maximize their potential - and StockStory is here to help you find them. That said, here are three profitable companies that leverage their financial strength to beat the competition.
Globus Medical (GMED)
Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 13.4%
With operations spanning 64 countries and a portfolio of over 10 new products launched in 2023 alone, Globus Medical (NYSE:GMED) develops and sells implantable devices, surgical instruments, and technology solutions for spine, orthopedic, and neurosurgical procedures.
Why Could GMED Be a Winner?
- Constant currency growth averaged 58.8% over the past two years, showing it can expand globally regardless of the macroeconomic environment
- Sales outlook for the upcoming 12 months implies the business will stay on its desirable two-year growth trajectory
- Earnings per share grew by 21.6% annually over the last five years and trumped its peers
Globus Medical’s stock price of $94.47 implies a valuation ratio of 22.9x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free.
CBIZ (CBZ)
Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 11.4%
With over 120 offices across 33 states and a team of more than 6,700 professionals, CBIZ (NYSE:CBZ) provides accounting, tax, benefits, insurance brokerage, and advisory services to help small and mid-sized businesses manage their finances and operations.
Why Will CBZ Beat the Market?
- Annual revenue growth of 31% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
- Projected revenue growth of 10% for the next 12 months suggests its momentum from the last two years will persist
- Earnings growth has trumped its peers over the last two years as its EPS has compounded at 28.3% annually
At $54.75 per share, CBIZ trades at 13.9x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free.
Federated Hermes (FHI)
Trailing 12-Month GAAP Operating Margin: 28%
With roots dating back to 1955 and a pioneering role in money market funds, Federated Hermes (NYSE:FHI) is an investment management firm that offers a wide range of funds and strategies for institutional and individual investors.
Why Are We Positive On FHI?
- Share repurchases have amplified shareholder returns as its annual earnings per share growth of 22.7% exceeded its revenue gains over the last two years
- Industry-leading 25% return on equity demonstrates management’s skill in finding high-return investments
Federated Hermes is trading at $52.88 per share, or 10.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it’s free.
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