Edison Establishes 9.28% Average Earnings Beat
Edison International has built a track record of exceeding analyst expectations, surpassing consensus earnings estimates by an average of 9.28% in its last two reports. In its most recent quarter, the utility provider reported earnings of $2.34 per share, outperforming the $2.16 forecast by 8.33%. This result followed the previous quarter's performance, where it delivered $0.97 per share against an estimate of $0.88, representing a 10.23% surprise.
Zacks ESP Signals +8.65% Potential Surprise
Looking ahead to its February 18, 2026, earnings release, analytical models suggest this trend may continue. Edison International currently has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) of +8.65%. This metric identifies stocks where analysts have recently revised their earnings estimates upward, signaling increased confidence in the company's near-term performance. The ESP compares the most accurate, recent analyst estimates to the broader consensus, giving weight to the latest available information.
When combined with its Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), the positive ESP creates a historically reliable signal for investors. According to Zacks' research, this specific combination predicts an earnings beat nearly 70% of the time. This statistical backing suggests that the latest information available to analysts points toward another quarter of outperformance for the electric power provider.