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Earnings Estimates Rising for Playa Hotels (PLYA): Will It Gain?

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Playa Hotels & Resorts (PLYA - Free Report) could be a solid choice for investors given the company's remarkably improving earnings outlook. While the stock has been a strong performer lately, this trend might continue since analysts are still raising their earnings estimates for the company.

The upward trend in estimate revisions for this developer and operator of all-inclusive resorts reflects growing optimism of analysts on its earnings prospects, 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. This insight is at the core of our stock rating tool -- the Zacks Rank.

The five-grade Zacks Rank system, which ranges from a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell), has an impressive externally-audited track record of outperformance, with Zacks #1 Ranked stocks generating an average annual return of +25% since 2008.

Consensus earnings estimates for the next quarter and full year have moved considerably higher for Playa Hotels, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.

The chart below shows the evolution of forward 12-month Zacks Consensus EPS estimate:

12 Month EPS

Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions

The earnings estimate of $0.07 per share for the current quarter represents a change of +216.67% from the number reported a year ago.

Over the last 30 days, one estimate has moved higher for Playa Hotels compared to no negative revisions. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 550%.

Current-Year Estimate Revisions

For the full year, the company is expected to earn $0.24 per share, representing a year-over-year change of +150%.

In terms of estimate revisions, the trend for the current year also appears quite encouraging for Playa Hotels. Over the past month, one estimate has moved higher compared to no negative revisions, helping the consensus estimate increase 105.8%.

Favorable Zacks Rank

The promising estimate revisions have helped Playa Hotels 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

Playa Hotels shares have added 12.7% over the past four weeks, suggesting that investors are betting on its impressive estimate revisions. So, you may consider adding it to your portfolio right away to benefit from its earnings growth prospects.


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