Latest news with #ULS
Business Insider
10-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
UL Solutions expands ULTRUS software platform for sustainable practices
UL Solutions (ULS) announced several new ULTRUS software releases. The ULTRUS software platform by UL Solutions includes offerings designed to help customers worldwide manage complex regulations, heighten product safety, operationalize sustainable practices and improve speed to market. UL Solutions launched its new Purchased Goods and Services module on the ULTRUS software platform. This module, part of the UL 360 Environmental, Social and Governance and Sustainability platform, simplifies Scope 3, Category 1 emissions data management and reporting. Scope 3, Category 1 emissions include goods and services that organizations purchase from their suppliers. UL Solutions also introduced new capabilities to its UL 360 ESG and Sustainability software's ESG Disclosures module to enable data management for International Sustainability Standards Board disclosures. Windnavigator software, part of the ULTRUS software platform, has a new AI feature called Windnavigator Resource Data and Maps which offers maps and data for developers to find suitable wind farm sites and plan the initial project steps. UL Solutions also introduced AI capabilities for automated learning content generation to its LearnShare software, which enables training and development professionals to create learning quizzes and transcriptions faster via large language models. Don't Miss TipRanks' Half-Year Sale
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UL Solutions Inc. (ULS): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on UL Solutions Inc. (ULS) on Kairos Research's Substack. In this article, we will summarize the bulls' thesis on ULS. UL Solutions Inc. (ULS)'s share was trading at $70.14 as of 10th June. ULS's trailing and forward P/E were 42.25 and 40.98 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. A technician conducting an in-line inspection of a pipeline using specialized tools. UL Solutions operates in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry with a powerful combination of brand trust, regulatory entrenchment, and global scale. The UL mark, one of the world's most recognized safety certifications, is stamped on billions of products annually and viewed as synonymous with trust. This branding advantage, reinforced by a 99% retention rate among its top 500 customers, is difficult to replicate. UL's regulatory moat is equally compelling—it is embedded in over 1,300 standards committees, contributes to more than 1,700 safety standards via its sister organization UL Standards & Engagement, and participates in mandatory certification processes often linked to building codes and insurance requirements. This ecosystem of standards creation, technical research, and product certification creates a self-reinforcing loop of recurring revenue and technical leadership. The company's growth strategy is three-pronged: organic growth through cross-selling and new industry verticals, inorganic expansion via disciplined M&A in a fragmented market, and long-term EBITDA margin expansion, with a target of 24%. It has acquired 56 companies since 2010, while keeping leverage under control. Financially, UL Solutions is stable and profitable, with ~20% EBITDA margins, high customer stickiness, and 6–7% revenue growth. Yet, valuation remains rich at ~17x EV/EBITDA, a premium to peers. Risks include pricing pressure from global competitors, AI-enabled disruption, and over-reliance on regulatory tailwinds. Furthermore, governance concerns arise from UL Standards & Engagement's dominant ownership, which limits investor influence. While this is a high-quality compounder with structural advantages, its current valuation and ownership dynamics may give some investors pause absent a wider margin of safety. Previously, we covered a standout on Acuren (TIC) from the same author, which framed its NV5 merger as transformative, driving scale, cross-selling synergies, and EBITDA uplift. Kairos's take on UL Solutions (ULS) instead emphasizes structural moats from branding and regulation. Both bets hinge on consolidation and durability, but only UL presents as a pure-play compounding platform. UL Solutions Inc. (ULS) is not on our list of the 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 23 hedge fund portfolios held ULS at the end of the first quarter which was 36 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of ULS as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an extremely cheap AI stock that is also a major beneficiary of Trump tariffs and onshoring, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 8 Best Wide Moat Stocks to Buy Now and 30 Most Important AI Stocks According to BlackRock. Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey.
ITV News
06-06-2025
- ITV News
Drug dealer who caused Newcastle house blast which killed two people to have sentence reviewed
A drug dealer who caused an explosion which killed two people in Newcastle is to have his sentence reviewed. Reece Galbraith caused the blast at Violet Close in Benwell in the early hours of 16 October 2024 while making cannabis gummy sweets. He and his friend Jason 'Jay' Laws were using a Newcastle flat as a drugs lab when the explosion ripped through the building, killing both laws and seven-year-old Archie York who was sleeping in the flat above. Galbraith, of Rectory Road in Gateshead, pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter as well as possessing and supplying cannabis. The Attorney General's Office has confirmed that a request has been received to review Galbraith's sentence under the Unduly Lenient Sentence (ULS) scheme, adding that a decision will be made "in due course." What is the Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme? Under the scheme, anyone - including those not involved in the case - can ask for a sentence to be reviewed. The Law Officers will then have 28 days to consider the sentence and refer it to the Court of Appeal if they agree it was unduly lenient. In this scenario, the Court of Appeal will make a final decision on whether a sentence should be increased. The blast at Violet Close destroyed six of the 12 flats in the block. It was followed by a 'fierce fire' that caused such extensive damage to the whole block that it has since been demolished. Police investigating the explosion discovered that the flat operated by Galbraith and Laws was used as a 'drugs lab' to produce cannabis concentrates, known as "shatter" or "butane honey oil," in a highly dangerous process. Galbraith suffered extensive burns and was placed in an induced coma following the blast. Bodyworn from Northumbria Police shows the moment Reece Galbraith is arrested Jailing Galbraith, the judge, Mr Justice Cotter, said: "Archie York was just a seven-year-old with a wonderful and exciting life ahead of him. "His parents have so movingly explained, their world was shattered on October 16 when their flat was blown apart and they woke up buried under the rubble, dazed, bleeding and terrified to realise their precious son had been lost." He went on to say: "Violet Close was a close-knit, multi-racial community with many families that was literally blown apart as a result of your illegal activities in their midst, regardless of the clear risks to others."
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
3 High-Flying Stocks in Hot Water
Expensive stocks typically earn their valuations through superior growth rates that other companies simply can't match. The flip side though is that these lofty expectations make them particularly susceptible to drawdowns when market sentiment shifts. Finding the right balance between price and quality can challenge even the most skilled investors. Luckily for you, we started StockStory to help you identify the real opportunities. That said, here are three high-flying stocks where the price is not right and some other investments you should look into instead. Forward P/E Ratio: 51.2x The result of a spinoff from Sanken in Japan, Allegro MicroSystems (NASDAQ:ALGM) is a designer of power management chips and distance sensors used in electric vehicles and data centers. Why Do We Steer Clear of ALGM? Annual sales declines of 13.7% for the past two years show its products and services struggled to connect with the market during this cycle Falling earnings per share over the last four years has some investors worried as stock prices ultimately follow EPS over the long term Free cash flow margin dropped by 10.5 percentage points over the last five years, implying the company became more capital intensive as competition picked up Allegro MicroSystems is trading at $25.05 per share, or 51.2x forward P/E. To fully understand why you should be careful with ALGM, check out our full research report (it's free). Forward P/E Ratio: 40.1x Focused on the future of autonomous military combat, AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) specializes in advanced unmanned aircraft systems and electric vehicle charging solutions. Why Are We Cautious About AVAV? Expenses have increased as a percentage of revenue over the last five years as its operating margin fell by 7.5 percentage points Capital intensity has ramped up over the last five years as its free cash flow margin decreased by 24.6 percentage points Waning returns on capital from an already weak starting point displays the inefficacy of management's past and current investment decisions AeroVironment's stock price of $181.01 implies a valuation ratio of 40.1x forward P/E. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why AVAV doesn't pass our bar. Forward P/E Ratio: 41.1x Founded in 1894 as a response to the growing dangers of electricity in American homes and businesses, UL Solutions (NYSE:ULS) provides testing, inspection, and certification services that help companies ensure their products meet safety, security, and sustainability standards. Why Do We Think Twice About ULS? 4.3% annual revenue growth over the last three years was slower than its business services peers At $71.82 per share, UL Solutions trades at 41.1x forward P/E. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including ULS in your portfolio, it's free. Market indices reached historic highs following Donald Trump's presidential victory in November 2024, but the outlook for 2025 is clouded by new trade policies that could impact business confidence and growth. While this has caused many investors to adopt a "fearful" wait-and-see approach, we're leaning into our best ideas that can grow regardless of the political or macroeconomic climate. Take advantage of Mr. Market by checking out our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025). Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Tecnoglass (+1,754% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free.
Evening Standard
25-04-2025
- Evening Standard
Crime victims 'have less rights than offenders in courts system', says victims' commissioner
She learned about the ULS scheme from Ms Waxman exactly 28 days after the sentencing hearing, and quickly submitted an appeal to the Attorney General's office. But it was turned down for arriving at 8.40pm – said to be too late because it was outside usual office hours.
