Cablevision Systems CVC unveils its next round of earnings this Tuesday, August 9, 2011. Here's Benzinga's advanced look at Cablevision Systems' second quarter earnings report.
Earnings and Revenue:
Analysts are predicting an EPS reading of 45 cents/share and revenues of $1.87 billion. Investors will be keen to see how this quarter's numbers stack up against the year-ago quarter's positive EPS of 48 cents/share on revenues of $1.8 billion. We'll have to wait for Tuesday to see if Cablevision Systems reports a decline in EPS and a small boost in revenue from the year-ago quarter, as analysts are predicting.
Here's how the company's reported EPS has stacked up against analyst estimates in the past:
Quarter | Q1 | Q4 | Q3 | Q2 |
EPS Estimate | $0.42 | $0.41 | $0.40 | $0.39 |
EPS Actual | $0.38 | $0.38 | $0.37 | $0.48 |
Stock Performance:
At last check, shares of Cablevision Systems were trading at $23.10. Shares are down 1.7% year to date.
Average Stock Rating:
The average rating by analysts for Cablevision Systems is a Hold.
Competitors:
Wondering how Cablevision Systems compares to rivals in the same sector? Here are a few of the company's peers.
- Charter Communications CHTR: Hold with a -$0.67 recent quarter EPS
- Comcast CMCSA: Moderate Buy with a $0.36 recent quarter EPS
- Walt Disney Company DIS: Hold with a $0.49 recent quarter EPS
The cable TV company's industry has seen price/earnings growth of 0.4% during the current fiscal year.
Finally, a description of the company's main areas of operation: Cablevision Systems is a telecommunications, media and entertainment company with a portfolio of operations in the United States.
Take Action:
That's your advanced look at Cablevision Systems' 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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