Investors might want to bet on Victoria's Secret (VSCO), as earnings estimates for this company have been showing solid improvement lately. The stock has already gained solid short-term price momentum, and this trend might continue with its still improving earnings outlook.
The upward trend in estimate revisions for this retailer of lingerie, pajamas and beauty products reflects growing optimism of analysts on its earnings prospects, which should get reflected in its stock price. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements. Our stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank -- has this insight at its core.
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Consensus earnings estimates for the next quarter and full year have moved considerably higher for Victoria's Secret, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.
Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions
The earnings estimate of $2.20 per share for the current quarter represents a change of -14.73% from the number reported a year ago.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Victoria's Secret has increased 6.12% over the last 30 days, as four estimates have gone higher compared to no negative revisions.
Current-Year Estimate Revisions
For the full year, the earnings estimate of $2.24 per share represents a change of -1.32% from the year-ago number.
In terms of estimate revisions, the trend for the current year also appears quite encouraging for Victoria's Secret. Over the past month, five estimates have moved higher compared to one negative revision, helping the consensus estimate increase 14.19%.
Favorable Zacks Rank
Thanks to promising estimate revisions, Victoria's Secret currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). The Zacks Rank is a tried-and-tested rating tool that helps investors effectively harness the power of earnings estimate revisions and make the right investment decision. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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Bottom Line
Investors have been betting on Victoria's Secret because of its solid estimate revisions, as evident from the stock's 30.3% gain over the past four weeks. As its earnings growth prospects might push the stock higher, you may consider adding it to your portfolio right away.
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