YPF S.A.-SPONSORED ADR (NYSE:YPF) – A CANSLIM Candidate with Strong Growth Metrics

YPF S.A.-SPONSORED ADR (NYSE:YPF) was flagged by our CANSLIM stock screener as a potential candidate for growth-focused investors. The company, an Argentina-based energy firm engaged in oil and gas exploration and production, meets several key CANSLIM criteria, including robust earnings growth, strong relative strength, and improving fundamentals.

Why YPF Fits the CANSLIM Strategy

• Earnings Growth (C & A Criteria):

  • Quarterly EPS growth (Q2Q) stands at 62.43%, well above the CANSLIM minimum threshold of 20%.
  • Revenue growth (Q2Q) is even stronger at 160.30%, far exceeding the 25% benchmark.
  • Over the past three years, EPS has grown at an extraordinary rate of 1,908.13%, signaling sustained profitability expansion.

• Relative Strength (L Criteria):

  • YPF’s relative strength score of 83.78 indicates it outperforms nearly 84% of the market, a key trait for CANSLIM stocks.

• Institutional Sponsorship (I Criteria):

  • Institutional ownership is relatively low at 5.58%, suggesting room for increased institutional interest, which could drive future demand.

• Debt Management (S Criteria):

  • The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.64 is below the CANSLIM-recommended maximum of 2, reflecting a manageable debt load.

• Profitability (A Criteria):

  • Return on Equity (ROE) is 17.30%, comfortably above the 10% minimum, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.

Technical and Fundamental Overview

While YPF’s fundamental growth metrics are strong, its technical picture is mixed. The stock’s long-term and short-term trends are currently negative, and it trades below key resistance levels. However, its high relative strength and consolidation pattern suggest potential for a breakout if broader market conditions improve.

For a deeper look at YPF’s financial health, review the full fundamental analysis report. For technical insights, see the latest technical report.

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Disclaimer

This is not investing advice! The article highlights observations at the time of writing, but you should always conduct your own analysis before making investment decisions.