Companies

Arista Networks (ANET) Anticipated to Outperform in Upcoming Earnings Report

Published May 6, 2024

As earnings season approaches, Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET) is showing signs that it might surpass expectations. The company is due to report its earnings soon and indications suggest that there could be positive news on the horizon.

Analysts have recently improved their earnings estimates for Arista, a move that often hints at a forthcoming earnings beat. This is because analysts typically adjust their forecasts based on the latest information available, a strong suggestion that there are positive developments that could favor ANet when they report earnings.

Currently, the Most Accurate Estimate for Arista's earnings per share for the upcoming quarter stands at $1.81, while the broader consensus is at $1.74 per share. This upward revision has resulted in a Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) of +3.76% for ANET as we move closer to the earnings announcement.

Significance of Positive Earnings ESP

A positive Earnings ESP is an influential factor that can lead to an earnings surprise and market outperformance. Historical data over the past decade shows that stocks exhibiting a positive Earnings ESP and an adequate Zacks Rank tend to deliver a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. Additionally, these stocks have resulted in an average annual return of over 28%.

With a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) and a positive earnings ESP, Arista Networks might be an attractive option for investors to consider before the company reveals its earnings. The recent updates in earnings estimates suggest that Arista could be on track for an impressive earnings period.

Arista, Earnings, Estimate