Cincinnati 2Q Earnings Pregame Scorecard

Having topped analysts' estimates last quarter by 6 cents per share, Cincinnati (NASDAQ:CINF) is expected to deliver its latest earnings on Thursday, July 26, 2012.

Expectations

Analysts currently expect Cincinnati to come in with earnings of 15 cents per share on revenues of $991 million. Estimates range from earnings per share to earnings per share. Over the past week, the average estimate has moved down from 32 cents.

Stock Movement

The stock price has been falling recently The share price has fallen $1.11 since July 2, 2012. Looking at change over the last three months, from April 25, 2012 and July 20, 2012, the stock price is up $1.86 (5.3%), from $35.37 to $37.23.

Company Fundamental Trends

Stock Ratings

Analysts think investors should stand pat on Cincinnati with five of seven analysts rating it hold.

Last Quarter's Results

In the first quarter, profit rose 38.7% to $86 million (53 cents a share) from $62 million (38 cents a share) the year earlier, exceeding analyst expectations. Revenue rose 6.1% to $986 million from $929 million.

Summary

Reporting Period: 2Q

Date of Release: Thursday, July 26, 2012

EPS: 15 cents

Revenue Estimate: $991 million

(Company fundamentals by Xignite Financials. Earnings estimates provided by Zacks)