Earnings Preview: Nutrisystem (NTRI, WTW)

NutriSystem Inc. NTRI is set to report earnings tonight after the bell. Wall Street analysts are looking for earnings of 25 cents per share, up 7 cents per share from last year. Revenue is expected to fall 5% to $100.24 million for this quarter. At last check, shares of Texas Instruments were up 95 cents to $20.85, a gain of around 3%. The stock has a 30% short interest, which means if the company is able to report better than expected numbers and guidance, the stock should rip in the after-hours session. The $550 million market company is known for its weight loss products and meals. If Texas Instruments reports better than expected earnings, Weight Watchers WTW should see a little boost. Nutrisystem, Inc. provides weight management products and services primarily in the United States and Canada. The company’s weight management program principally comprises a pre-packaged food program, online tools, and counseling.