Lowe's Companies LOW announces its next round of earnings this Monday, November 14, 2011. Get prepared with Benzinga's ultimate preview for Lowe's Companies' third quarter earnings.
Earnings and Revenue:
Here's how the company's reported EPS has stacked up against analyst estimates in the past:
Quarter | Q2 | Q1 | Q4 | Q3 |
EPS Estimate | $0.67 | $0.36 | $0.18 | $0.30 |
EPS Actual | $0.68 | $0.34 | $0.21 | $0.31 |
(Estimates Source: Zacks)
Stock Performance:
- Long-term shareholders are already wary of 12-month losses prior to the announcement
Average Stock Rating:
Competitors:
- Builders FirstSource BLDR: Hold with a -$0.07 recent quarter EPS
- Hudbay Minerals HBM: Hold with a -$0.05 recent quarter EPS
- Home Depot HD: Moderate Buy with a $0.86 recent quarter EPS
- Lumber Liquidators LL: Hold with a $0.24 recent quarter EPS
The building products-retail/wholesale company's industry has seen price/earnings growth of 1% during the current fiscal year.
Finally, a description of the company's main areas of operation: Lowe's Companies is a home improvement retailer offering products to homeowners, renters, and commercial business customers.
Take Action:
Now that you have reviewed all the numbers, be ready to move if the upcoming Lowe's Companies earnings report has any surprises. Also, come back to Benzinga after the announcement for a full recap and a guide to your next steps.
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