T
he maximum loss on a stock without using leverage is 100% of your investment, but the potential gain can be much higher. For instance, Ying Li International Real Estate Limited's share price surged by 126% over the last year, making it an attractive option for investors. However, its long-term performance has been negative, with the share price dropping by 45% in three years.

    Given that the company made a loss in the last twelve months, investors are likely to focus on revenue growth rather than profitability. Shareholders of unprofitable companies often look for strong revenue growth, which can lead to profit growth over time. In the last year, Ying Li International Real Estate's revenue grew by 20%, a respectable rate.

    The company's revenue and earnings growth are depicted in the image below (click to see the exact numbers). If profitability is on the horizon, now could be an exciting time for shareholders. However, investors should be cautious of the "fear of missing out" and conduct thorough research before making any decisions.

    Ying Li International Real Estate's total shareholder return over one year was 126%, beating the loss of about 9% per year over the last half decade. While this is a positive sign, there are other factors to consider, such as market conditions and potential warning signs for the company. For example, we've identified 2 warning signs for Ying Li International Real Estate (1 makes us uncomfortable) that investors should be aware of.

    Of course, Ying Li International Real Estate may not be the best stock to buy, so you may wish to see this free collection of growth stocks. Please note that market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on Singaporean exchanges.