Yahoo Finance Here's Why I Think Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE:TD) Is An Interesting Stock
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Some have more dollars than sense, they say, so even companies that have no revenue, no profit, and a record of falling short, can easily find investors. And in their study titled Who Falls Prey to the Wolf of Wall Street?' Leuz et. al. found that it is 'quite common' for investors to lose money by buying into 'pump and dump' schemes.
In contrast to all that, I prefer to spend time on companies like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE:TD), which has not only revenues, but also profits. Now, I'm not saying that the stock is necessarily undervalued today; but I can't shake an appreciation for the profitability of the business itself. Loss-making companies are always racing against time to reach financial sustainability, but time is often a friend of the profitable company, especially if it is growing.
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How Fast Is Toronto-Dominion Bank Growing?
The market is a voting machine in the short term, but a weighing machine in the long term, so share price follows earnings per share (EPS) eventually. It's no surprise, then, that I like to invest in companies with EPS growth. Toronto-Dominion Bank managed to grow EPS by 12% per year, over three years. That growth rate is fairly good, assuming the company can keep it up.
Careful consideration of revenue growth and earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT) margins can help inform a view on the sustainability of the recent profit growth. I note that Toronto-Dominion Bank's revenue from operations was lower than its revenue in the last twelve months, so that could distort my analysis of its margins. Toronto-Dominion Bank maintained stable EBIT margins over the last year, all while growing revenue 6.9% to CA$37b. That's progress.
You can take a look at the company's revenue and earnings growth trend, in the chart below. To see the actual numbers, click on the chart.
You don't drive with your eyes on the rear-view mirror, so you might be more interested in this free report showing analyst forecasts for Toronto-Dominion Bank's future profits.
Are Toronto-Dominion Bank Insiders Aligned With All Shareholders?
Since Toronto-Dominion Bank has a market capitalization of CA$140b, we wouldn't expect insiders to hold a large percentage of shares. But we are reassured by the fact they have invested in the company. Indeed, they have a glittering mountain of wealth invested in it, currently valued at CA$153m. I would find that kind of skin in the game quite encouraging, if I owned shares, since it would ensure that the leaders of the company would also experience my success, or failure, with the stock.
Is Toronto-Dominion Bank Worth Keeping An Eye On?
As I already mentioned, Toronto-Dominion Bank is a growing business, which is what I like to see. Just as polish makes silverware pop, the high level of insider ownership enhances my enthusiasm for this growth. That combination appeals to me, for one. So yes, I do think the stock is worth keeping an eye on. Once you've identified a business you like, the next step is to consider what you think it's worth. And right now is your chance to view our exclusive discounted cashflow valuation of Toronto-Dominion Bank. You might benefit from giving it a glance today.
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