BUZZ-Preview: Procter & Gamble is expected to report revenue growth and a decline in earnings per share in Thursday’s financial results

October 21 - ** On Wednesday, shares of Procter & Gamble (PG.N) fell 1.3% as investors closely watched the company’s comments on consumer demand and cost pressures, with its earnings report due before the opening on Thursday.

** According to London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) forecasts, the consumer goods manufacturer’s quarterly revenue is expected to grow by 2% to $22.8 billion, while adjusted earnings per share are expected to drop from $1.99 a year ago to $1.88.

** In its July report (link), the company predicted slower sales and profit growth in fiscal year 2027, noting that the geopolitical and economic environment is full of challenges.

** Analyst ratings for the stock include 12 “strong buy” or “buy” recommendations, 14 “hold,” and one “sell.”

** Data from Trade Alert shows implied pricing for PG options indicates the stock may move 3.1% in either direction by this Friday; over the past eight quarters, the stock’s average move on earnings day was 1.7%.

** So far this year, PG shares are up about 10%, underperforming the roughly 13% gain of the S&P 500 Index .SPX but roughly in line with the Dow Jones Industrial Average .DJI.

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