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Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for Trustmark (TRMK) Stock

Zacks Equity Research
·2-min read

Trustmark (TRMK) 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.

The upward trend in estimate revisions for this holding company for Trustmark National Bank 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 Trustmark, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.

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Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions

For the current quarter, the company is expected to earn $0.67 per share, which is a change of -9.46% from the year-ago reported number.

Over the last 30 days, one estimate has moved higher for Trustmark while one has gone lower. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 6.91%.

Current-Year Estimate Revisions

For the full year, the earnings estimate of $2.79 per share represents a change of -0.36% from the year-ago number.

There has been an encouraging trend in estimate revisions for the current year as well. Over the past month, three estimates have moved up for Trustmark versus no negative revisions. This has pushed the consensus estimate 7.91% higher.

Favorable Zacks Rank

The promising estimate revisions have helped Trustmark 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.

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

Bottom Line

Trustmark shares have added 8.8% 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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