Alphabet (GOOG/GOOGL) outperformed 3Q18 earnings estimates despite slightly missing on revenues for the first time since 1Q16. The sales shortfall was largely driven by foreign exchange losses in Brazil and Argentina due to the stronger US dollar. Revenues still grew 21%, or 22% after adjusting for the currency impact. Operating expenses were up 26%, pacing […]
For the third quarter in a row, Sherwin Williams (SHW) adjusted 2018 EPS guidance. In 1Q18, SHW dropped the estimate from $19.05 to $18.65 due to new investments in an expanded partnership with Lowe’s. Then in 2Q18, SHW turned around and increased EPS to $19.20 after a strong start to the year. Now in 3Q18, […]
Activision Blizzard (ATVI) reported 3Q18 revenues matching estimates with EPS ahead of expectations. However, implied 4Q18 guidance was weaker than expected, sending the shares sharply lower. While the guidance was likely conservative given the highly competitive holiday season this year, 3Q18 results were not good enough to support the stock in a punishing environment for […]
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