Waterstone Financial (NASDAQ:WSBF), a Wisconsin-based bank holding company, reported a 38.7% year-over-year increase in earnings per share to $0.43 for Q2 2025, with net income rising 35.1% to $7.7 million. The bank focuses on community and mortgage banking, emphasizing margin improvement, deposit growth, and operational efficiency amid evolving economic conditions and a competitive real estate market.
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Opendoor’s Main Risk Outside the Housing Market
Opendoor Technologies (NASDAQ: OPEN) operates in the iBuying sector, purchasing and selling homes, and could benefit from declining interest rates amid economic challenges. However, investors should be wary of the company's low gross margins, which pose significant risks independent of the housing market's performance. Want More Context? 🔎
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