Will Vishay (VSH) Gain on Rising Earnings Estimates?

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Investors might want to bet on Vishay Intertechnology (VSH - Free Report) , as earnings estimates for this company have been showing solid improvement lately. The stock has already gained solid short-term price momentum, and this trend might continue with its still improving earnings outlook.

Analysts' growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this chipmaker 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 Vishay, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.

Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions

The earnings estimate of $0.77 per share for the current quarter represents a change of +22.22% from the number reported a year ago.

Over the last 30 days, one estimate has moved higher for Vishay compared to no negative revisions. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 10.87%.

Current-Year Estimate Revisions

For the full year, the company is expected to earn $2.96 per share, representing a year-over-year change of +27.59%.

There has been an encouraging trend in estimate revisions for the current year as well. Over the past month, two estimates have moved up for Vishay versus no negative revisions. This has pushed the consensus estimate 10.65% higher.

Favorable Zacks Rank

The promising estimate revisions have helped Vishay earn a Zacks Rank #2 (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.

Our research shows that stocks with Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and 2 (Buy) significantly outperform the S&P 500.

Bottom Line

Investors have been betting on Vishay because of its solid estimate revisions, as evident from the stock's 10.3% 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.

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