Yahoo Finance ikeGPS Group (NZSE:IKE) shareholders have earned a 10% CAGR over the last five years
ikeGPS Group Limited (NZSE:IKE) shareholders might be concerned after seeing the share price drop 12% in the last quarter. But that doesn't change the fact that the returns over the last five years have been pleasing. It has returned a market beating 61% in that time.
So let's investigate and see if the longer term performance of the company has been in line with the underlying business' progress.
See our latest analysis for ikeGPS Group
ikeGPS Group wasn't profitable in the last twelve months, it is unlikely we'll see a strong correlation between its share price and its earnings per share (EPS). Arguably revenue is our next best option. Generally speaking, companies without profits are expected to grow revenue every year, and at a good clip. Some companies are willing to postpone profitability to grow revenue faster, but in that case one does expect good top-line growth.
In the last 5 years ikeGPS Group saw its revenue grow at 29% per year. That's well above most pre-profit companies. While the compound gain of 10% per year is good, it's not unreasonable given the strong revenue growth. If you think there could be more growth to come, now might be the time to take a close look at ikeGPS Group. Of course, you'll have to research the business more fully to figure out if this is an attractive opportunity.
You can see below how earnings and revenue have changed over time (discover the exact values by clicking on the image).
Balance sheet strength is crucial. It might be well worthwhile taking a look at our free report on how its financial position has changed over time.
What About The Total Shareholder Return (TSR)?
We'd be remiss not to mention the difference between ikeGPS Group's total shareholder return (TSR) and its share price return. The TSR is a return calculation that accounts for the value of cash dividends (assuming that any dividend received was reinvested) and the calculated value of any discounted capital raisings and spin-offs. We note that ikeGPS Group's TSR, at 63% is higher than its share price return of 61%. When you consider it hasn't been paying a dividend, this data suggests shareholders have benefitted from a spin-off, or had the opportunity to acquire attractively priced shares in a discounted capital raising.
A Different Perspective
We're pleased to report that ikeGPS Group shareholders have received a total shareholder return of 7.9% over one year. However, the TSR over five years, coming in at 10% per year, is even more impressive. It's always interesting to track share price performance over the longer term. But to understand ikeGPS Group better, we need to consider many other factors. Take risks, for example - ikeGPS Group has 1 warning sign we think you should be aware of.
We will like ikeGPS Group better if we see some big insider buys. While we wait, check out this free list of growing companies with considerable, recent, insider buying.
Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on New Zealander exchanges.
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