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  • Assessing Valuation Following Recent Share Price Gains

    Assessing Valuation Following Recent Share Price Gains

    Kirin Holdings Company (TSE:2503) shares have edged higher over the past month, drawing attention from investors interested in the food and beverage sector. The stock’s upward trend raises questions about what is driving recent sentiment.

    See our latest analysis for Kirin Holdings Company.

    Kirin’s share price has climbed 11.3% over the past three months, reflecting a wave of renewed optimism about its growth outlook, while the total shareholder return over the past year sits at 1.5%. Investors watching this steady uptrend may be sensing improving fundamentals and a potential rerating on valuation, especially as the sector sees pockets of positive momentum.

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    The question now is whether Kirin’s recent rally still offers attractive value for new investors, or if the market has already factored in the company’s potential for future growth. Is there a buying opportunity left?

    Kirin Holdings trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 33.4 times, which is notably higher than both its industry average and the fair multiple suggested by valuation models. The current share price of ¥2,221.5 puts this premium in focus.

    The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio measures how much investors are willing to pay for each unit of the company’s earnings. For an established food and beverage group like Kirin, this number reflects market expectations for profit stability, future growth, and sector competitiveness. However, such a high P/E raises the question of whether recent optimism is running ahead of underlying performance.

    Compared to the Asian Beverage industry average of 19.6x, Kirin’s stock is expensive. It also exceeds the company’s own estimated fair P/E of 30.5x, suggesting the stock could be priced for stronger growth or efficiency gains than currently forecast. If expectations reset, the market could drive the multiple closer to this fair ratio in the future.

    Explore the SWS fair ratio for Kirin Holdings Company

    Result: Price-to-Earnings of 33.4x (OVERVALUED)

    However, slower revenue growth or shifts in market sentiment could quickly cool enthusiasm and put downward pressure on Kirin’s current valuation premium.

    Find out about the key risks to this Kirin Holdings Company narrative.

    While Kirin looks expensive based on its price-to-earnings ratio, the SWS DCF model offers a very different takeaway. According to this approach, the stock is trading at a steep 60% discount to its estimated fair value of ¥5,552.77. This suggests that, even after its recent run, the market may be overlooking longer-term cash flow potential. Could investors be underestimating Kirin’s future growth, or is there something the DCF is not capturing?

    Look into how the SWS DCF model arrives at its fair value.

    2503 Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2025

    Simply Wall St performs a discounted cash flow (DCF) on every stock in the world every day (check out Kirin Holdings Company for example). We show the entire calculation in full. You can track the result in your watchlist or portfolio and be alerted when this changes, or use our stock screener to discover undervalued stocks based on their cash flows. If you save a screener we even alert you when new companies match – so you never miss a potential opportunity.

    If you have a different perspective or want to draw your own conclusions, you can easily explore the details and build your own story in just a few minutes. Do it your way

    A great starting point for your Kirin Holdings Company research is our analysis highlighting 2 key rewards and 4 important warning signs that could impact your investment decision.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

    Companies discussed in this article include 2503.T.

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  • Porsche (XTRA:P911) Profit Margins Fall to 2.5%, Challenging Bullish Growth Narratives

    Porsche (XTRA:P911) Profit Margins Fall to 2.5%, Challenging Bullish Growth Narratives

    Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche (XTRA:P911) reported current net profit margins of 2.5%, down sharply from last year’s 10.2%, as earnings continued to trend lower. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have decreased by an average of 9.2% per year, but management now projects annual earnings growth of 36.1%, which would easily outpace the broader German market’s expected 16.4%. Revenue growth is only forecast at 3% per year, trailing the industry pace, and with profit margins under pressure, the focus now shifts to whether future performance can validate these ambitious growth forecasts.

    See our full analysis for Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche.

    The next section puts the headline results in context by weighing them against the dominant investor narratives. This highlights where the stories align and where they diverge.

    See what the community is saying about Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche

    XTRA:P911 Earnings & Revenue History as at Oct 2025
    • Porsche’s profit margins have declined to 2.5% from last year’s 10.2%, reflecting ongoing headwinds and the impact of restructuring costs.

    • According to analysts’ consensus view, management’s aggressive cost controls, including a 15% workforce reduction by 2029, are expected to help margins recover.

      • Consensus narrative highlights that efficiency programs should structurally lower expenses after 2025, which could potentially reverse the margin squeeze.

      • However, the continued impact of macroeconomic and industry challenges is expected to keep margins below historic highs for several years.

    • Porsche is currently trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 45.1x, significantly above the peer average of 8.4x and the auto industry average of 18.8x, but below its DCF fair value of €63.43 per share.

    • Analysts’ consensus view notes that despite the premium valuation relative to earnings, the share price of €47.16 remains 25.6% below the DCF fair value, which may justify holding for long-term profit growth.

      • Consensus narrative points to strong expected earnings growth of 36.1% annually, a key factor supporting this gap.

      • Some skepticism remains because the analyst price target of €44.27 is only 5.8% above the current price, signaling limited expected upside in the near term.

    • Persistent sales declines in China, with volume down over 50% from peak, and slow luxury EV adoption are major challenges that directly threaten revenue and margin recovery prospects.

    • According to the analysts’ consensus view, these risks could weigh on Porsche’s ability to deliver forecasted growth and maintain profitability.

      • Consensus narrative flags that overexposure to China raises geopolitical and regulatory risks, making recovery dependent on improving market conditions there.

      • Additional restructuring and tariffs, especially in the US and EU, are driving up costs that cannot easily be offset, putting further downward pressure on margins and free cash flow.

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  • Looking to beat the market? Quantum computing could lift Alphabet shares even higher…

    Looking to beat the market? Quantum computing could lift Alphabet shares even higher…

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    Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) shares are up 51% over the past 12 months. But that’s nothing compared to many of the stocks in my quantum computing watchlist. Several of them are up more than 1,000%.

    So, why am I talking about Alphabet and quantum computing?

    Well, if you’ve been following this rather exciting sector you’ll know that Alphabet — the parent company of Google — is advancing its own quantum technologies, and it’s doing rather well.

    Pure-play quantum computing stocks have been in vogue over the past 12 months, but they’re small companies, with relatively short pockets, and often no cash flow.

    Alphabet on the other hand is a technology giant. Among other pros, it’s has a huge net cash position of over $50bn. I think its pockets are so deep that it could buy all of the pure-plays and have money left over.

    Google’s recent demonstration of verifiable quantum advantage (doing something faster than a supercomputer) with its Willow chip and the Quantum Echoes algorithm is a milestone for quantum computing.

    The experiment showed that complex simulations — such as molecular modelling — could be performed thousands of times faster than on the world’s fastest classical supercomputers.

    From an investment perspective, this is important because it signals that quantum computing is moving from theory to practical application. In fact, Alphabet believes we will see real-world applications of quantum computing in the next five years.

    Companies leading in this space are building a technological and competitive advantage that could one day open up opportunities in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and optimisation problems.

    Early adoption could translate into faster innovation cycles and new revenue streams. For investors, breakthroughs like this highlight the potential of quantum technologies to reshape industries and generate long-term value.

    For now, I don’t believe Google’s quantum computing achievements are really reflected in the share price. Which is strange because some of the pure-play quantum stocks are trading at ridiculous valuations.

    However, if Alphabet continues to deliver these updates as we move towards a real-world application, I have no doubt that it will be reflected in the share price.

    Personally, I believe Alphabet is among the best value mega-cap stocks. It’s often wrongly compared with communications peers when it’s really a technology giant.

    Looking at the figure, the stock is currently trading around 26 times forward earnings. That’s broadly in line with the information technology sector average.

    However, it’s expected to grow earnings by around 16% annually over the medium term, leading to a price-to-earnings-to-growth (PEG) ratio around 1.5. That’s a 15% discount to the information technology sector average.

    Concerns? Well, there’s always the impact of AI on Google’s search dominance. Some analysts were concerned that ChatGPT’s Altas programme may undermine Google’s dominance — I’m not sure myself.

    Nonetheless, it’s definitely worth considering. It’s well-valued and has many strings to its bow.

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  • Croxley Green wine scam victim’s warning as fraudsters jailed

    Croxley Green wine scam victim’s warning as fraudsters jailed

    Nicola HaselerHertfordshire

    BBC/Nicola Haseler Terry Fleming is sitting at a table in an office and looking at the camera. He is wearing a light blue shirt with the top button undone and has some grey hair at the sides of his head.BBC/Nicola Haseler

    Terry Fleming, 81, invested £40,000 over two years in what he thought was a profitable scheme

    A pensioner who ploughed £40,000 into a fraudulent wine investment scheme has warned others not to fall for similar scams after three men were jailed.

    Terry Fleming, 81, from Croxley Green, Hertfordshire, said he invested the money over two years believing he would make a profit, but eventually had to sell the bottles at a considerable loss.

    Three men who stole at least £6m from 41 victims in the scheme were given prison terms to at St Albans Crown Court on Friday.

    Mr Fleming said the scam “sounded believable” but the men only “cared about how much money they were going to make”.

    Benjamin Cazaly, 43, of Coach House, Orpington, south-east London, was jailed for six and a half years; Dominic D’Sa, 46, of Oxford Avenue, Wimbledon, south-west London, for four and a half years; and Gregory Assemakis, 40, of Plaistow Grove, Bromley, south-east London, for three and a half years.

    They had been found guilty of fraudulent trading in August.

    Cazaly founded Imperial Wines of London in 2008.

    It claimed to be a family-run investment house with offices in Paris and Hong Kong.

    In reality, it was a call centre in an office building in Groveland Court, London, which was raided by trading standards in November 2018.

    An investigation by Hertfordshire Trading Standards found £37m passed through Imperial Wine & Spirits Merchants’ accounts during the 10 years it was trading.

    Hertfordshire County Council A whiteboard with the words "Imperial Wines of London" printed on it, with the message "NO MEANS YES" written underneath and underlined. The whiteboard is divided into squares, with "targets" and "totals" written above a list of first names. Part of a computer monitor can be seen at the bottom of the picture.Hertfordshire County Council

    The company had the mantra “no means yes” written on the wall

    The mantra “no means yes” was written on the wall, and they used films such as The Wolf of Wall Street to learn manipulation tricks.

    Cold callers used fake names and followed scripts – found when the office was raided – to persuade pensioners to hand over their money.

    Victims were sent glossy brochures that used logos from the Daily Telegraph and the Financial Times without permission.

    Hertfordshire County Council said the jury was played a recording where a confused woman was asked for payment card details despite not knowing what a card was or who she banked with.

    It said the long-running scam saw pensioners convinced to spend their life savings on wine investments which had vastly inflated prices.

    Investors were told the company did not make money unless the wine was sold at a profit.

    Mr Fleming said: “It sounded believable.

    “It didn’t seem like you were paying a small price and getting a huge return, it would be an average purchase price and a reasonable profit selling price.”

    But staff from Imperial Wines of London kept contacting him.

    “They offered me better and better deals,” he said.

    “Instead of just a slight profit, these were really good wines that were going to make a lot of money. I said ‘no, no, no’ and they kept coming back trying to sell me more and more wine.”

    What Mr Fleming didn’t realise was that the bottles he was paying £2,000 for were only worth £400. In the end he had to sell them at a loss.

    “They sold some of it for me at a loss but some of the wine just disappeared,” he said.

    “I just gave up in the end. All they cared about was how much money they were going to make. “

    Hertfordshire County Council Green bottles of wine with red wax-sealed tops and the branding "Petrus"Hertfordshire County Council

    Victims were overcharged in the wine investment scheme, sometimes by 400%, National Trading Standards said

    Trish Burls, from National Trading Standards, said: “Victims in this case lost thousands of pounds through a co-ordinated scam of lies, deceit and manipulation.

    “The criminals exploited people’s passion and enthusiasm, preying on them to invest while stripping many of their life savings and causing significant emotional distress.”

    Ajanta Hilton, executive member for community safety at Hertfordshire County Council, added: “The stories of those targeted with this investment scam are devastating.

    “I’d like to thank them for their bravery in telling their stories so that these callous criminals could be brought to justice.”

    Mr Fleming said he is speaking out to prevent other people from falling for similar scams.

    “However smooth and nice they seem, they’re not,” he said.

    “The nicer they seem, the worse they are.

    “A lot of people I know didn’t cope, and it must have been terrible for them because their lives have been ruined.

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  • Are Recent Gains in Bank of China Shares Supported by Strong Valuation in 2025?

    Are Recent Gains in Bank of China Shares Supported by Strong Valuation in 2025?

    If you have been watching Bank of China’s stock, you are not alone. Whether you are considering buying in, holding, or wondering if it is time to lock in some profits, the last few years have given you plenty to think about. With share prices rising more than 23.8% in the past year and an outstanding 163.2% over the last five years, Bank of China has outperformed many expectations. Just this past week, shares nudged up another 2.6%, echoing a positive sentiment that has been building among investors.

    Some of this optimism is tied to ongoing global financial shifts, where Chinese banks are seeing stronger capital inflows and a broad wave of strategic government support. Recent headlines highlight regulatory efforts aimed at reinforcing the stability of major banks, and Bank of China stands to benefit from both its size and its international footprint. These factors are changing how many investors perceive risk in the Chinese banking sector. They are also making those return numbers even more interesting.

    With a value score of 5 out of a possible 6 checks for undervaluation, Bank of China already looks compelling compared to its peers. Next, let’s break down how that score came together using classic valuation approaches. As you will see, there may be an even more insightful way to look at the company’s worth.

    Why Bank of China is lagging behind its peers

    The Excess Returns valuation model measures how much return a company generates above the cost of its equity. This makes it a useful way to assess whether shareholders are getting a worthwhile reward for their investment risk. For Bank of China, this approach focuses on several key metrics drawn from forward-looking analyst expectations and historical performance.

    Currently, Bank of China has a book value of HK$8.19 per share and a stable earnings per share (EPS) estimate of HK$0.75, based on a consensus of 14 analysts. The cost of equity is calculated at HK$0.78 per share, resulting in a modest excess return of HK$-0.02 per share. The company’s average return on equity is a solid 8.26%, with forecasts projecting a stable book value moving up to HK$9.11 per share, sourced from 11 analyst estimates.

    Applying the Excess Returns model to these figures suggests an intrinsic value significantly higher than the current market price. The model estimates Bank of China’s stock to be approximately 53.8% undervalued. This result suggests the market may be underestimating the company’s capacity to generate returns on equity, especially relative to its peers and the industry average.

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  • How Analyst Perspectives Are Shaping the Evolving Story for Bank Pekao

    How Analyst Perspectives Are Shaping the Evolving Story for Bank Pekao

    Bank Polska Kasa Opieki has recently seen a slight decrease in its consensus analyst price target, shifting from PLN 210.03 to PLN 207.78. This change comes as analysts weigh the bank’s robust historical revenue growth and stable asset quality, while also considering uncertainties brought on by evolving market conditions. Stay tuned to discover how you can continue monitoring key updates and shifts in the bank’s investment outlook.

    Recent analyst activity reflects a reassessment of Bank Polska Kasa Opieki’s stock, factoring in both the company’s historical strengths and shifting market sentiment.

    🐂 Bullish Takeaways

    • Analysts have previously rewarded Bank Polska Kasa Opieki for strong execution, consistent historical growth in revenue, and maintaining stable asset quality.

    • Positive mentions have often cited disciplined cost control and transparency, which support the bank’s resilient operating profile.

    • Some analysts acknowledge that while upside potential exists, much of it may be priced in at current valuation levels. This warrants a more balanced view going forward.

    🐻 Bearish Takeaways

    • Oddo BHF downgraded Bank Polska Kasa Opieki to Neutral from Outperform on October 22, 0025, assigning a price target of PLN 200. This signals a more cautious stance on near-term upside.

    • The downgrade reflects elevated concerns about the bank’s valuation and the potential that recent market optimism may have already been factored into the share price.

    Do your thoughts align with the Bull or Bear Analysts? Perhaps you think there’s more to the story. Head to the Simply Wall St Community to discover more perspectives or begin writing your own Narrative!

    WSE:PEO Community Fair Values as at Oct 2025
    • Bank Polska Kasa Opieki S.A. has announced a Special/Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting, which will take place on November 6, 2025, at 10:00 Central European Standard Time. The gathering is expected to address key strategic decisions for the bank’s future.

    • Analyst consensus price targets for Bank Polska Kasa Opieki have slightly declined, reflecting both steady performance fundamentals and increased market uncertainty.

    • Recent shifts in analyst outlooks, including a rating downgrade from Oddo BHF, highlight a cautious approach to the bank’s medium-term prospects amid valuation and market sentiment concerns.

    • The consensus analyst price target has decreased slightly from PLN 210.03 to PLN 207.78.

    • The discount rate has edged up marginally from 9.44% to 9.45%.

    • The revenue growth expectation has risen from 1.99% to 2.68%.

    • The net profit margin has decreased from 41.04% to 40.38%.

    • The future P/E ratio has declined modestly from 10.61x to 10.46x.

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  • Breaking Down Valuation After Strong Year-to-Date Share Price Gains

    Breaking Down Valuation After Strong Year-to-Date Share Price Gains

    Uranium Energy (UEC) shares climbed 3% at the open, catching attention after a strong performance this year. With uranium prices in focus across the market, investors are watching to see if this momentum can continue.

    See our latest analysis for Uranium Energy.

    Uranium Energy’s share price has charged ahead this year, notching a year-to-date gain of 79.3%, and its 3-year total shareholder return sits at an impressive 223.7%. Recent volatility has been part of a broader surge in uranium equities, as shifting sentiment and renewed interest in the sector have pushed momentum higher instead of fading.

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    The question now is whether Uranium Energy’s rally still leaves the shares undervalued, or if the current price already reflects all of the company’s future growth potential. Is there genuine upside left for buyers, or is the market a step ahead?

    At a price-to-book ratio of 6.7x, Uranium Energy shares are trading at a premium to both industry peers and the broader sector. The last close price of $13.66 positions the stock in expensive territory on this metric, prompting a closer look at whether such a valuation holds up given where the company stands today.

    The price-to-book ratio measures the market value of a company’s equity relative to its net assets. For resource-focused companies like Uranium Energy, where asset values play a crucial role, this multiple provides an essential snapshot for investors assessing whether the stock’s market value makes sense given its asset base.

    Uranium Energy’s price-to-book of 6.7x is above the average for its peer group (5.8x) and far exceeds the broader US oil and gas industry average of 1.4x. This reflects a hefty premium. If the market were to move toward a lower, more typical level, it would represent a significant re-rating lower for the stock.

    See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.

    Result: Price-to-Book of 6.7x (OVERVALUED)

    However, if uranium prices retreat or investor enthusiasm subsides, Uranium Energy’s premium valuation could quickly come under pressure and alter the narrative ahead.

    Find out about the key risks to this Uranium Energy narrative.

    Switching lenses from asset multiples to our DCF model, Uranium Energy appears to be trading almost exactly at its calculated fair value. While the price-to-book ratio signals overvaluation, the discounted future cash flows suggest UEC could be fairly priced. Will the market follow the fundamentals, or do investors still expect more upside?

    Look into how the SWS DCF model arrives at its fair value.

    UEC Discounted Cash Flow as at Oct 2025

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

    Companies discussed in this article include UEC.

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  • Assessing Valuation After Launch of 5-Base Sequencing and Constellation Platform Advances

    Assessing Valuation After Launch of 5-Base Sequencing and Constellation Platform Advances

    Illumina (ILMN) is capturing attention following the debut of its proprietary 5-base sequencing solution and impressive results from GeneDx’s pilot of the constellation platform. Both developments were showcased at the American Society for Human Genetics meeting.

    See our latest analysis for Illumina.

    Illumina’s shares have seen a notable rebound in recent weeks, logging a 9% gain over the last month as investors responded to a flurry of new product launches and encouraging partnerships. However, the stock is still down 24% on a year-to-date share price return basis, and its one-year total shareholder return stands at -29%, reflecting the longer road ahead for a sustained turnaround.

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    But with Illumina’s fundamentals still recovering and shares trading below analyst price targets, investors are left to consider: is there real upside from here, or is future growth already priced into the stock?

    Illumina’s narrative-based fair value estimate lands at $111.95, which is about $12 above the last close of $100.11. This gap spotlights perceived upside in the current share price versus analyst consensus.

    Ongoing innovation, multiomics expansion, and operational efficiency are enhancing gross margins and creating new growth opportunities. Strategic expansion into multiomics, notably the planned acquisition of SomaLogic and integration of proteomics capabilities, creates incremental growth opportunities by increasing the breadth of Illumina’s data and platform offerings, contributing to future revenue and operating margin expansion.

    Read the complete narrative.

    Curious which bold, forward-looking financial shifts power this valuation? The answer lies in a mix of aggressive margin bets, platform scale-up strategies, and the kind of future earnings moves you might not expect. The most debated projections are all embedded here. Click through to discover what really drives this narrative.

    Result: Fair Value of $111.95 (UNDERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what’s behind the forecasts.

    However, persistent funding constraints and mounting regulatory hurdles in China still pose meaningful risks that could alter Illumina’s long-term trajectory.

    Find out about the key risks to this Illumina narrative.

    If you see things differently or want to run your own numbers, it’s quick and easy to craft a unique Illumina outlook in just minutes with Do it your way.

    A great starting point for your Illumina research is our analysis highlighting 3 key rewards and 2 important warning signs that could impact your investment decision.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

    Companies discussed in this article include ILMN.

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  • Assessing Current Valuation Against Growth Expectations and Market Premiums

    Assessing Current Valuation Against Growth Expectations and Market Premiums

    Rumble (RUM) has caught investor interest lately as its shares shift slightly after a period of muted returns. The platform continues to generate buzz, prompting a closer look at where its financials and fundamentals stand this year.

    See our latest analysis for Rumble.

    The past year has been a wild ride for Rumble’s investors. While the share price currently sits at $7.14 after some recent swings, the stock has notched a 25.7% total shareholder return over the past 12 months, even though momentum has cooled from its earlier highs. Despite softer recent price movement, Rumble’s ability to generate long-term gains suggests the market is weighing both its growth potential and shifting risk outlook.

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    With Rumble’s stock still far below analyst price targets despite recent gains, the debate remains: is there an overlooked buying opportunity here, or has the market already factored in all of Rumble’s future growth?

    With the consensus narrative setting Rumble’s fair value at $14.50, the gap from its recent $7.14 close is too wide to ignore for investors watching for a potential breakout.

    *The upcoming launch of Rumble Wallet, with integrated crypto tipping and international payments, is poised to increase global user acquisition and drive engagement by tapping new markets where decentralized, creator-driven monetization is highly valued. This could accelerate top-line revenue growth and expand the platform’s total addressable market.*

    Read the complete narrative.

    Curious what powers such a bullish narrative? The bold forecast hinges on aggressive new features, partnerships, and a financial roadmap packed with ambitious growth assumptions. Will the platform’s reinvention really deliver such outsized upside, or are there hidden risks baked into the price target? Find out which forecasts drive the gap. These could change how you view Rumble’s potential.

    Result: Fair Value of $14.50 (UNDERVALUED)

    Have a read of the narrative in full and understand what’s behind the forecasts.

    However, Rumble’s aggressive global expansion and increasing operational costs could jeopardize its path to profitable growth if ambitious targets are not met.

    Find out about the key risks to this Rumble narrative.

    Looking beyond fair value estimates, Rumble trades at a price-to-sales ratio of 23.2x. This is much higher than both its industry peers at 1.4x and its own fair ratio of 1.3x. This suggests investors are paying a big premium for future growth. Does this make the risk worth it, or is caution better here?

    See what the numbers say about this price — find out in our valuation breakdown.

    NasdaqGM:RUM PS Ratio as at Oct 2025

    If you have a different perspective or want to dive deeper into the numbers yourself, you can craft your own Rumble outlook just as quickly. Do it your way

    A great starting point for your Rumble research is our analysis highlighting 1 key reward and 2 important warning signs that could impact your investment decision.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

    Companies discussed in this article include RUM.

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  • Should Brookfield’s $5 Billion AI Data Center Partnership Change the Outlook for Bloom Energy (BE) Investors?

    Should Brookfield’s $5 Billion AI Data Center Partnership Change the Outlook for Bloom Energy (BE) Investors?

    • Earlier this month, Brookfield Asset Management and Bloom Energy announced a collaboration involving up to US$5 billion to deploy Bloom’s advanced fuel cell technology for the next generation of artificial intelligence data centers worldwide.

    • This partnership signifies a major shift toward integrating reliable, rapidly deployable onsite power with compute infrastructure, aiming to address the surging global energy needs driven by AI advancements.

    • We’ll explore how Brookfield’s large-scale investment in fuel cell-powered AI infrastructure could alter Bloom Energy’s projected growth and profitability outlook.

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    To be a shareholder in Bloom Energy today, you have to believe that demand for resilient, scalable onsite power, driven by the AI data center boom, will remain strong, and that Bloom’s solid-oxide fuel cell technology can carve out a significant role even as clean energy competition grows. The recent US$5 billion Brookfield partnership is a headline-grabbing endorsement, but analysts highlight that it is an early-stage memorandum with only gradual impacts expected for near-term results. The greatest short-term catalyst is continued expansion into AI infrastructure, while the biggest current risk remains rapid advancements in zero-emission battery and renewables technologies that could erode the market for Bloom’s natural gas-based solutions.

    Among Bloom’s recent client announcements, its agreement to deploy fuel cells at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure data centers stands out, underscoring both urgency in AI-linked power needs and the company’s ongoing traction with marquee technology clients. This supports the thesis that hyperscaler adoption, and successful execution on these high-visibility projects, could quickly influence both Bloom’s revenue outlook and investor sentiment.

    But just as the opportunity in AI is growing, investors should also watch for signs the market could shift if the pace of battery innovation accelerates…

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    Bloom Energy’s outlook anticipates $2.7 billion in revenue and $395.4 million in earnings by 2028. This scenario is built on analysts’ assumptions of a 19.0% annual revenue growth rate and an earnings increase of about $371.7 million from the current $23.7 million level.

    Uncover how Bloom Energy’s forecasts yield a $76.83 fair value, a 30% downside to its current price.

    BE Community Fair Values as at Oct 2025

    Simply Wall St Community members assigned fair values ranging from US$15.38 to US$230.14, with nine individual perspectives captured. While investor opinions vary widely, many are factoring in risks from rapidly evolving zero-emissions technologies that could impact future growth, making it crucial to compare both sides of the argument.

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