Triumph Group (TGI) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given a notable revision in the company's earnings estimates. While the stock has been gaining lately, the trend might continue since its earnings outlook is still improving.

Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this aircraft supplier is driving estimates higher, 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 Triumph Group, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.

Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions

The earnings estimate of $0.18 per share for the current quarter represents a change of +212.5% from the number reported a year ago.

Over the last 30 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Triumph Group has increased 61.36% because two estimates have moved higher compared to no negative revisions.

Current-Year Estimate Revisions

The company is expected to earn $0.62 per share for the full year, which represents a change of +1133.33% from the prior-year number.

The revisions trend for the current year also appears quite promising for Triumph Group, with two estimates moving higher over the past month compared to no negative revisions. The consensus estimate has also received a boost over this time frame, increasing 64.32%.

Favorable Zacks Rank

The promising estimate revisions have helped Triumph Group earn a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong 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 Triumph Group because of its solid estimate revisions, as evident from the stock's 16.2% 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.