S&P tool calls earnings surprises

Comments (0) | 11 Jan 2012 | Rating | Print by Brad Allen

Mathematical model ignores analyst track record to draw bead on unexpected results

In the earnings estimate fandango, IROs have long contended with factors beyond their control that can drive trading activity – analysts straying outside of stated guidance, outdated or sloppy estimates, whisper numbers.

Soon, IROs will also face a new mathematical model that promises to identify ‘significant’ – meaning 5 percent or greater ...

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