As many are aware, Standard & Poor’s publishes earnings estimates for the S&P500. (My posts concerning their estimates can be found under the S&P500 Earnings tag)
For reference purposes, the most current estimates are reflected below, and are as of February 10, 2017:
Year 2016 estimates add to the following:
-From a “bottom up” perspective, operating earnings of $107.29/share
-From a “top down” perspective, operating earnings of N/A
-From a “bottom up” perspective, “as reported” earnings of $97.68/share
Year 2017 estimates add to the following:
-From a “bottom up” perspective, operating earnings of $130.76/share
-From a “top down” perspective, operating earnings of N/A
-From a “bottom up” perspective, “as reported” earnings of $120.47/share
Year 2018 estimates add to the following:
-From a “bottom up” perspective, operating earnings of $147.39/share
-From a “top down” perspective, operating earnings of N/A
-From a “bottom up” perspective, “as reported” earnings of $131.79/share
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I post various economic forecasts because I believe they should be carefully monitored. However, as those familiar with this blog are aware, I do not agree with many of the consensus estimates and much of the commentary in these forecast surveys.
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The Special Note summarizes my overall thoughts about our economic situation
SPX at 2343.79 as this post is written