Ryder System 2Q Earnings Pregame Scorecard

Last quarter Ryder System (NYSE:R) topped estimates by one cent per share, and it is scheduled to report again on Tuesday.

Expectations

Analysts currently expect Ryder System to come in with earnings of 93 cents per share on revenues of $1.59 billion. Estimates range from 91 cents per share to 95 cents per share. Over the past two months, the average estimate has moved down from $1.10.

Stock Movement

Recently, the stock price has been rising Since July 11, 2012 business days the stock has risen $1.90 per share. Looking at change over the last three months, April 23, 2012 and July 18, 2012, the stock price fell $13.05 (-27%), from $48.38 to $35.33.

Company Fundamental Trends

Stock Ratings

Analysts are bullish on the stock as 10 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 rose 36.6% to $34.3 million (67 cents a share) from $25.1 million (48 cents a share) the year earlier, exceeding analyst expectations. Revenue rose 7.8% to $1.54 billion from $1.43 billion.

Summary

Reporting Period: 2Q

Date of Release: Tuesday, July 24, 2012 before market open

EPS: 93 cents

Revenue Estimate: $1.59 billion

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