profitability

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Investors are scrutinizing franchisee profitability, same-store sales, and closure rates.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Though AI investment has significantly dragged on Alibaba’s profitability in recent quarters, management has expressed confidence that the investment will pay off.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Morningstar lowers its fair value estimate for Cathay by 11% to 10.00 Hong Kong dollars to reflect weaker near-term profitability.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

But these quick-commerce firms burn cash chasing market share, leading to questions about sustainable profitability amid intense competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

People don't like to know that three quarters of their tampon strings are being buried, or that their paychecks have less to do with their company's profitability than its owner's compassion.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green