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Consensus Estimate

The average of analyst forecasts (typically EPS or revenue) for upcoming periods.

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Provided by data services (FactSet, Refinitiv, Bloomberg, Visible Alpha). Companies "beat" or "miss" relative to consensus. Estimate revisions trends (up vs. down) often persist and signal direction of fundamentals.

Frequently asked about Consensus Estimate

What is Consensus Estimate?

The average of analyst forecasts (typically EPS or revenue) for upcoming periods. Provided by data services (FactSet, Refinitiv, Bloomberg, Visible Alpha). Companies "beat" or "miss" relative to consensus. Estimate revisions trends (up vs. down) often persist and signal direction of fundamentals.

Why does Consensus Estimate matter for investors?

In research, Consensus Estimate is one of the building blocks investors use to compare opportunities and assess risk. Understanding it helps you read research notes, earnings reports, and market commentary without getting lost in jargon.

How is Consensus Estimate used in practice?

Provided by data services (FactSet, Refinitiv, Bloomberg, Visible Alpha). Companies "beat" or "miss" relative to consensus.

Recent news mentioning Consensus Estimate

US Wholesale Prices Rise 0.5% in March, Half of 1.1% Consensus Estimate

The Quick Take * US PPI rose only 0.5% in March vs. Dow Jones consensus estimate of 1.1% — a significant undershoot * Market reaction likely bullish for bonds and equities as inflation pressure appears more contained than feared * No analyst/institutional commentary cited, but beat vs. consensus suggests inflation fears may be overdone * Next key focus: CPI data and Fed policy signals — softer PPI reduces pressure for aggressive rate hikes * Softer US inflation could ease global price pres

Apr 28, 2026

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EPS (Earnings Per Share)

A company's net income divided by its outstanding shares.

Analyst Rating

Buy/sell/hold recommendations from sell-side equity research analysts.

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