Where PetMed Express, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PETS) Earnings Growth Stands Against Its Industry
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Examining PetMed Express, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PETS) past track record of performance is a valuable exercise for investors. It enables us to understand whether the company has met or exceed expectations, which is a powerful signal for future performance. Below, I will assess PETS's latest performance announced on 31 March 2019 and weigh these figures against its longer term trend and industry movements.
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Have PETS's earnings improved against past performances and the industry?
PETS's trailing twelve-month earnings (from 31 March 2019) of US$38m has increased by 1.2% compared to the previous year.
However, this one-year growth rate has been lower than its average earnings growth rate over the past 5 years of 21%, indicating the rate at which PETS is growing has slowed down. What could be happening here? Well, let’s take a look at what’s occurring with margins and if the rest of the industry is feeling the heat.
In terms of returns from investment, PetMed Express has invested its equity funds well leading to a 28% return on equity (ROE), above the sensible minimum of 20%. Furthermore, its return on assets (ROA) of 23% exceeds the US Online Retail industry of 6.2%, indicating PetMed Express has used its assets more efficiently. However, its return on capital (ROC), which also accounts for PetMed Express’s debt level, has declined over the past 3 years from 39% to 34%.
What does this mean?
While past data is useful, it doesn’t tell the whole story. Positive growth and profitability are what investors like to see in a company’s track record, but how do we properly assess sustainability? I recommend you continue to research PetMed Express to get a better picture of the stock by looking at:
Future Outlook: What are well-informed industry analysts predicting for PETS’s future growth? Take a look at our free research report of analyst consensus for PETS’s outlook.
Financial Health: Are PETS’s operations financially sustainable? Balance sheets can be hard to analyze, which is why we’ve done it for you. Check out our financial health checks here.
Other High-Performing Stocks: Are there other stocks that provide better prospects with proven track records? Explore our free list of these great stocks here.
NB: Figures in this article are calculated using data from the trailing twelve months from 31 March 2019. This may not be consistent with full year annual report figures.
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