Mead Johnson Nutrition Company Earnings Preview: Analysts Expect Higher EPS, Revenue

Mead Johnson Nutrition Company MJN unveils its next round of earnings this Thursday, October 27, 2011. Get the latest predictions in Benzinga's essential guide to the company's third quarter earnings report.

Earnings and Revenue:

Here's how the company's reported EPS has stacked up against analyst estimates in the past:

Stock Performance:

Average Stock Rating:

Competitors:

• AMERICAN DAIRY (ADY): Hold with a $0.24 recent quarter EPS
• Dean Foods Company (DF): Hold with a $0.18 recent quarter EPS
• Lifeway Foods (LWAY): Moderate Buy with a $0.02 recent quarter EPS
• Synutra International (SYUT): Strong Buy with a -$0.17 recent quarter EPS

The medical products company's industry has seen price/earnings growth of 1.5% during the current fiscal year.

Finally, a description of the company's main areas of operation: Mead Johnson Nutrition provides pediatric nutrition and related products which help improve the health and development of infants and children around the world.

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Now that you have reviewed all the numbers, be ready to move if the upcoming Mead Johnson Nutrition Company 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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