United Parcel Service UPS unveils its next round of earnings this Tuesday, July 26, 2011. Here is Benzinga's everything-that-matters guide for this Tuesday's second quarter earnings announcement.
Earnings and Revenue:
Analysts are looking ahead to a positive EPS reading of $1.04 per share and revenues of $13.13 billion. Whether the reported numbers beat or miss analysts' estimates, they will also be compared against last year's numbers for the same period, which were a profit of 84 cents per share on revenues of $12.2 billion. We'll have to wait for Tuesday to see if United Parcel Service reports a rise in EPS and revenue from the year-ago quarter, as analysts are expecting.Here's how the company's reported EPS has stacked up against analyst estimates in the past:
Quarter | Q1 | Q4 | Q3 | Q2 |
EPS Estimate | $0.85 | $1.05 | $0.87 | $0.77 |
EPS Actual | $0.88 | $1.08 | $0.93 | $0.84 |
Stock Performance:
As of July 20, 2011, United Parcel Service's current share price was $73.52. Since January 1st, shares of United Parcel Service have given investors a return of 2.7%. For a full 12 months, the return has risen by 11.4%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are probably satisfied going into this earnings release.- Long-term shareholders are already enjoying 12-month gains prior to the announcement
Average Stock Rating:
The average rating by analysts for United Parcel Service is a Moderate Buy. The strength of this rating has stayed consistent over the past three months.Competitors:
Wondering how United Parcel Service compares to rivals in the same sector? Here are a few of the company's peers.- FedEx (FDX): Moderate Buy with a $1.75 recent quarter EPS
United Parcel Service is in the transportation-air freight industry, which has experienced price/earnings growth of 1%.
Finally, a description of the company's main areas of operation: United Parcel Service offers services in the package and freight delivery industry. It operates through three segments: International Package, U.S. Domestic Package and Supply Chain and Freight.
Take Action:
That's your advanced look at United Parcel Service's upcoming earnings numbers -- be ready to take quick action if the company's report contains any surprises. Also, check back in with us after the announcement for a full recap and what-to-do-next guide.
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