EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value for Symbol

The “EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value” function in MarketXLS helps you retrieve the consensus EPS estimate from 60 days ago for a specified symbol (stock ticker), particularly relating to Quarter 1. By integrating this function directly into Excel, you can quickly analyze historical EPS estimate trends and gain deeper insights into a company’s expected performance.

This function ensures seamless data retrieval by intelligently handling network calls, caching results, and returning a reliable response—making your data analysis faster and more efficient.

Why Use This Function?

• Offers swift access to critical EPS estimate data for Q1 from 60 days ago.
• Aids in comparing forecast shifts over time, enabling you to identify trends.
• Ideal for refining models that project future earnings growth or validate trading strategies.
• Dynamically updates data, so your spreadsheets can automatically refresh.
• Helpful in performing due diligence during quarterly evaluations or for longer-term investment research.

How to Use in Excel

To call this function, simply type it into an Excel cell:

=EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value("SYMBOL")

Replace "SYMBOL" with the appropriate stock ticker (e.g., "AAPL" for Apple). Press Enter to retrieve the 60-day-ago consensus EPS trend value for Quarter 1. MarketXLS will handle the backend calls automatically.

Parameters Explained

Example Usage

Basic Examples

1. Single Stock Ticker
   • In any cell, enter:
   =EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value("AAPL")
   • Excel will return the 60-day-ago consensus EPS estimate for Apple’s Q1 (if available).
   • If data is being refreshed or licensing checks are ongoing, you may temporarily see "Refreshing."

2. Referencing a Cell
   • Assume cell A1 contains the text AAPL.
   • In cell B1, enter:
   =EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value(A1)
   • This way, you can dynamically switch symbols by just changing the value in A1.

Advanced Scenarios

1. Using Multiple Symbols
   • Create a column of symbols: AAPL, MSFT, AMZN, etc.
   • Drag the formula down for each symbol to compile a comprehensive table of Q1 EPS estimates, facilitating side-by-side comparisons.

2. Integrating with Other Excel Functions
   • Combine this function with statistical or charting functions to identify patterns in EPS trends. For instance:
   =AVERAGE( EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value("AAPL"), EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value("MSFT") )
   • This helps produce summary statistics on the average Q1 EPS estimate from 60 days ago across multiple stocks.

3. Crafting a Trading Strategy
   • Some analysts compare the change in EPS estimates over time to gauge market sentiment. In Excel, you could maintain historical snapshots of these values and calculate how the estimates shift from day to day or month to month.

Common Questions and Troubleshooting

• “Why am I seeing NA?”
  • The symbol might be invalid or unknown. Double-check the ticker.
  • The data source may be temporarily unavailable, or you might not be licensed properly.

• “Why do I get a ‘Refreshing’ message?”
  • The function briefly returns “Refreshing” if MarketXLS is still retrieving data. Wait a moment and re-check the cell.

• “Why is my data not updating?”
  • Ensure your MarketXLS license is active. The function returns a license-related message if there is a validation issue.
  • Verify your internet connection and that MarketXLS is properly configured.

By leveraging the EarningsEstimates_consensusEpsEstimatesTrends_days60Ago_qr1_value function in Excel with MarketXLS, you’ll gain immediate visibility into historical EPS forecast trends—helping you make more informed trading and investment decisions.

Remember, the function intelligently uses caching to quickly return stored results when available, so you can easily refresh multiple cells without overwhelming your spreadsheet or waiting for repeated, slow network calls. Keep your analysis workflow seamless and efficient with this function’s straightforward Excel integration.