Free Cash Flow RecoveryA 408.5% jump in free cash flow signals a durable improvement in cash generation, increasing self‑funding capacity for capex, working capital and debt paydown. Strong FCF reduces reliance on external financing and supports strategic investments over the next several quarters.

Improved LeverageA reduced debt-to-equity ratio (~0.49) materially improves balance sheet flexibility and lowers interest burden. This gives management durable room to weather downturns, pursue acquisitions or reinvest cash flow without materially increasing financial risk in the medium term.

Revenue RecoveryReturn to revenue growth (~7.4%) indicates regained market traction and demand stabilization. Sustained top-line expansion provides a platform to leverage fixed costs and improve margins if management maintains revenue mix and controls operating expenses over the coming quarters.

Bears Say

Very Low Net MarginA net margin near 2.2% leaves little buffer against cost inflation or revenue pressure, constraining retained earnings and reinvestment. Persistent low profitability undermines cash retention and makes the business sensitive to modest adverse industry or expense shocks over time.

Earnings VolatilityA near-60% decline in EPS indicates volatile profitability and earnings instability. Such swings complicate planning, reduce confidence in recurring earnings power, and can limit the firm’s ability to commit to long-term investments or consistent shareholder returns in the medium term.

Modest ROE & Falling Operating MarginsAn ROE around 8.6% combined with deteriorating EBIT/EBITDA margins suggests capital is not being converted into strong returns and operating efficiency has weakened. This limits the company’s capacity to generate attractive long-term shareholder value without operational improvement.

MAAL FAQ

What was Marketing Alliance Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?

Marketing Alliance Inc lowest stock price was $1.05 and its highest was $1.50 in the past 12 months.

What is Marketing Alliance Inc’s market cap?

Marketing Alliance Inc’s market cap is $10.49M.

When is Marketing Alliance Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?

Marketing Alliance Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 01, 2026 which is in 117 days.

How were Marketing Alliance Inc’s earnings last quarter?

Marketing Alliance Inc released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported $0.038 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.038.

Is Marketing Alliance Inc overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Marketing Alliance Inc’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Marketing Alliance Inc pay dividends?

Marketing Alliance Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.05 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Marketing Alliance Inc dividends here

What is Marketing Alliance Inc’s EPS estimate?

Marketing Alliance Inc’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Marketing Alliance Inc have?

Marketing Alliance Inc has 8,008,081 shares outstanding.

What happened to Marketing Alliance Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Marketing Alliance Inc reported an EPS of $0.038 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.

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Company Description

Marketing Alliance Inc

The Marketing Alliance, Inc. operates as a wholesale distributor of life insurance, annuities, and other financial service products in the United States. It also provides long term care insurance, disability insurance, and medicare supplement products. In addition, the company operates family entertainment space in Florida, Missouri, and North Carolina under the name of Monkey Joe's; and provides construction, heavy equipment, and trenching services in Iowa. The Marketing Alliance, Inc. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.