StoneCo (STNE -0.54%) stock rose higher this week thanks to better-than-expected quarterly results. The Brazil-based fintech company's share price gained 14.2% across the week's trading, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
StoneCo reported strong revenue growth of 11% YoY and 7.5% QoQ, driven by financial revenues and a significant increase in processed volumes with micro, small, and medium-sized companies. Despite some cost pressures, margins were maintained with a gross margin increase of 0.8% YoY. The credit portfolio grew fourfold, though NPLs remain a concern. StoneCo achieved an adjusted net income of BRL 6...
StoneCo's 4Q24 expectations are modest, with softer guidance for Fiscal 2025 due to Brazil's economic challenges. High inflation and interest rate hikes in Brazil are affecting StoneCo's performance and outlook. StoneCo's current valuation, with a forward P/E ratio of 7.7x, suggests it's undervalued.
Brazilian software company Totvs said on Thursday it has decided to withdraw from the competitive process to buy StoneCo's unit Linx, according to a securities filing.
I own StoneCo Ltd. for its undervaluation, improving technical trading pattern, and the potential for a stronger Brazilian real against the U.S. dollar in 2025. The stock trades at an ultra-low P/E of 8x, and EV to EBITDA ratio of 1.8x, making it a bargain choice in financial services. Technical momentum appears to have turned high over the past week, after many months of bearish action. Price ...
Brazil's GDP growth and low unemployment are favorable for StoneCo, despite the country's controversial economic signs and high interest rates. StoneCo's recent financial results were strong, with high margins, good return on capital, and consistent earnings beats, enhancing investor confidence. The company's valuation is attractive, trading below peers, suggesting a potential 18% upside, with ...
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