Investors might want to bet on Hoegh LNG (HMLP), as earnings estimates for this company have been showing solid improvement lately. The stock has already gained solid short-term price momentum, and this trend might continue with its still improving earnings outlook.
Analysts’ growing optimism on the earnings prospects of this provider of liquid natural gas transportation services is driving estimates higher, 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 Hoegh LNG, as there has been strong agreement among the covering analysts in raising estimates.
Current-Quarter Estimate Revisions
The company is expected to earn $0.40 per share for the current quarter, which represents a year-over-year change of -42.03%.
Over the last 30 days, two estimates have moved higher for Hoegh LNG compared to no negative revisions. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 7.21%.
Current-Year Estimate Revisions
For the full year, the company is expected to earn $1.35 per share, representing a year-over-year change of -35.41%.
In terms of estimate revisions, the trend for the current year also appears quite encouraging for Hoegh LNG. Over the past month, three estimates have moved higher compared to no negative revisions, helping the consensus estimate increase 15.23%.
Favorable Zacks Rank
The promising estimate revisions have helped Hoegh LNG earn a Zacks Rank #2 (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
Investors have been betting on Hoegh LNG because of its solid estimate revisions, as evident from the stock’s 11.4% gain over the past four weeks. As its earnings growth prospects might push the stock higher, you may consider adding it to your portfolio right away.
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