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In the latest trading session, Pfizer (PFE) closed at $22.15, marking a +0.48% move from the previous day. The stock exceeded the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.13% for the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a loss of 1.33%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.13%.
The drugmaker's stock has dropped by 15.91% in the past month, falling short of the Medical sector's loss of 8.46% and the S&P 500's loss of 6.3%.
The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Pfizer in its upcoming release. The company is slated to reveal its earnings on April 29, 2025. The company is forecasted to report an EPS of $0.67, showcasing a 18.29% downward movement from the corresponding quarter of the prior year. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $13.88 billion, down 6.68% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $2.98 per share and a revenue of $63.48 billion, demonstrating changes of -4.18% and -0.22%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Any recent changes to analyst estimates for Pfizer should also be noted by investors. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Hence, positive alterations in estimates signify analyst optimism regarding the company's business and profitability.
Our research reveals that these estimate alterations are directly linked with the stock price performance in the near future. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.
The Zacks Rank system, spanning from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), boasts an impressive track record of outperformance, audited externally, with #1 ranked stocks yielding an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has witnessed a 0.59% increase. Pfizer is holding a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) right now.
Investors should also note Pfizer's current valuation metrics, including its Forward P/E ratio of 7.39. This signifies a discount in comparison to the average Forward P/E of 13.24 for its industry.
It's also important to note that PFE currently trades at a PEG ratio of 0.54. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. By the end of yesterday's trading, the Large Cap Pharmaceuticals industry had an average PEG ratio of 1.17.