EQT 2Q Earnings Pregame Scorecard

Having missed analysts' estimates last quarter, EQT (NYSE:EQT) gets a chance to make up for it as it delivers its latest earnings on Thursday, July 26, 2012.

Expectations

Analysts currently expect EQT to come in with earnings of 30 cents per share on revenues of $348.6 million. Estimates from analysts range from earnings per share to earnings per share. Over the past three months, the average estimate has moved down from 43 cents.

Stock Movement

In terms of price changes, the stock's best recent streak was when it gained $3.13 per share between June 15, 2012 and June 26, 2012.

Company Fundamental Trends

Stock Ratings

Analysts are bullish on the stock as 12 analysts rate it as a buy and there are no sell ratings. Analyst sentiment has been improving recently, as the average rating risen slightly over the past three months.

Last Quarter's Results

In the first quarter, profit fell 41.1% to $72 million (48 cents a share) from $122.3 million (82 cents a share) the year earlier, missing analyst expectations. Revenue fell 1.3% to $450 million from $455.7 million.

Summary

Reporting Period: 2Q

Date of Release: Thursday, July 26, 2012 before market open

EPS: 30 cents

Revenue Estimate: $348.6 million

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