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. But the reality is that when a company loses money each year, for long enough, its investors will usually take their share of those losses.

So if you’re like me, you might be more interested in profitable, growing companies, like Thunderbird Entertainment Group (CVE:TBRD). Even if the shares are fully valued today, most capitalists would recognize its profits as the demonstration of steady value generation. Conversely, a loss-making company is yet to prove itself with profit, and eventually the sweet milk of external capital may run sour.

See our latest analysis for Thunderbird Entertainment Group

How Fast Is Thunderbird Entertainment Group Growing Its Earnings Per Share?

Over the last three years, Thunderbird Entertainment Group has grown earnings per share (EPS) like young bamboo after rain; fast, and from a low base. So I don’t think the percent growth rate is particularly meaningful. Thus, it makes sense to focus on more recent growth rates, instead. Thunderbird Entertainment Group boosted its trailing twelve month EPS from CA$0.11 to CA$0.13, in the last year. I doubt many would complain about that 16% gain.

I like to see top-line growth as an indication that growth is sustainable, and I look for a high earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT) margin to point to a competitive moat (though some companies with low margins also have moats). While we note Thunderbird Entertainment Group’s EBIT margins were flat over the last year, revenue grew by a solid 46% to CA$107m. That’s progress.

You can take a look at the company’s revenue and earnings growth trend, in the chart below. Click on the chart to see the exact numbers.

Fortunately, we’ve got access to analyst forecasts of Thunderbird Entertainment Group’s future profits. You can do your own forecasts without looking, or you can take a peek at what the professionals are predicting.

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Are Thunderbird Entertainment Group Insiders Aligned With All Shareholders?

It makes me feel more secure owning shares in a company if insiders also own shares, thusly more closely aligning our interests. So it is good to see that Thunderbird Entertainment Group insiders have a significant amount of capital invested in the stock. Indeed, they hold CA$27m worth of its stock. That shows significant buy-in, and may indicate conviction in the business strategy. Those holdings account for over 12% of the company; visible skin in the game.

Should You Add Thunderbird Entertainment Group To Your Watchlist?

One positive for Thunderbird Entertainment Group is that it is growing EPS. That’s nice to see. If that’s not enough on its own, there is also the rather notable levels of insider ownership. That combination appeals to me, for one. So yes, I do think the stock is worth keeping an eye on. However, before you get too excited we’ve discovered 2 warning signs for Thunderbird Entertainment Group that you should be aware of.

Although Thunderbird Entertainment Group certainly looks good to me, I would like it more if insiders were buying up shares. If you like to see insider buying, too, then this free list of growing companies that insiders are buying, could be exactly what you’re looking for.

Please note the insider transactions discussed in this article refer to reportable transactions in the relevant jurisdiction.

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