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Unveiling Oshkosh (OSK) Q1 Outlook: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics

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Wall Street analysts expect Oshkosh (OSK - Free Report) to post quarterly earnings of $2.26 per share in its upcoming report, which indicates a year-over-year increase of 42.1%. Revenues are expected to be $2.51 billion, up 10.6% from the year-ago quarter.

The current level reflects an upward revision of 0.1% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter over the past 30 days. This demonstrates how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reappraised their initial projections over this period.

Prior to a company's earnings announcement, it is crucial to consider revisions to earnings estimates. This serves as a significant indicator for predicting potential investor actions regarding the stock. Empirical research has consistently demonstrated a robust correlation between trends in earnings estimate revision and the short-term price performance of a stock.

While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as indicators of quarterly business performance, exploring analysts' projections for specific key metrics can offer valuable insights.

Bearing this in mind, let's now explore the average estimates of specific Oshkosh metrics that are commonly monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts.

The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales- Defense' of $502.88 million. The estimate suggests a change of -2% year over year.

The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net Sales- Access- Other' will likely reach $262.27 million. The estimate indicates a change of +5% from the prior-year quarter.

The consensus estimate for 'Net Sales- Access- Aerial work platforms' stands at $607.50 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +0.9%.

The consensus among analysts is that 'Net Sales- Access- Total' will reach $1.23 billion. The estimate suggests a change of +2.8% year over year.

Analysts' assessment points toward 'Net Sales- Access- Telehandlers' reaching $356.24 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +4.4%.

According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Operating income (loss)- Access' should come in at $175.36 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $135 million.

View all Key Company Metrics for Oshkosh here>>>

Shares of Oshkosh have demonstrated returns of -1.8% over the past month compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -4% change. With a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), OSK is expected to beat the overall market performance in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>


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