Companies with more cash than debt often have stronger financial flexibility, making them attractive in uncertain markets. Without interest payments being less of a worry, these businesses can invest more in growth, innovation, or buybacks and dividends.
Finding the best investments isn’t always easy, and that’s why we started StockStory. That said, here are three companies with net cash positions that can leverage their balance sheets to grow.
UMB Financial (UMBF)
Net Cash Position: $6.28 billion (72.3% of Market Cap)
With roots dating back to 1913 and a name derived from "United Missouri Bank," UMB Financial (NASDAQ: UMBF) is a financial holding company that provides banking, asset management, and fund services to commercial, institutional, and individual customers.
Why Could UMBF Be a Winner?
- Annual net interest income growth of 17.8% over the past five years was outstanding, reflecting market share gains this cycle
- Productivity and efficiency ratio profits are expected to increase next year as some fixed cost leverage kicks in
- Incremental sales over the last five years have been highly profitable as its earnings per share increased by 20.4% annually, topping its revenue gains
UMB Financial’s stock price of $114.35 implies a valuation ratio of 1.2x forward P/B. Is now a good time to buy? See for yourself in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
Amalgamated Financial (AMAL)
Net Cash Position: $25.27 million (2.7% of Market Cap)
Founded in 1923 by labor unions seeking a financial institution aligned with worker values, Amalgamated Financial (NASDAQGM:AMAL) operates a values-oriented bank that provides commercial banking, trust services, and investment management to socially responsible organizations and individuals.
Why Do We Like AMAL?
- Net interest margin expanded by 16.3 basis points (100 basis points = 1 percentage point) over the last two years, providing additional flexibility for investments
- Share repurchases have amplified shareholder returns as its annual earnings per share growth of 18% exceeded its revenue gains over the last five years
- Annual tangible book value per share growth of 20.5% over the last two years was superb and indicates its capital strength increased during this cycle
Amalgamated Financial is trading at $30.78 per share, or 1.2x forward P/B. Is now the time to initiate a position? Find out in our full research report, it’s free for active Edge members.
Tradeweb Markets (TW)
Net Cash Position: $1.76 billion (7.8% of Market Cap)
Founded in 1996 as one of the pioneers in electronic bond trading, Tradeweb Markets (NASDAQ: TW) builds and operates electronic marketplaces that connect financial institutions for trading across rates, credit, equities, and money markets.
Why Is TW a Good Business?
- Market share has increased this cycle as its 25.8% annual revenue growth over the last two years was exceptional
- Earnings growth has trumped its peers over the last two years as its EPS has compounded at 25.7% annually
At $105.54 per share, Tradeweb Markets trades at 29.1x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our comprehensive research report, it’s free for active Edge members .
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