AstraZeneca plc (NASDAQ: AZN) beats Q2 2026 core EPS consensus of approx. USD 2.50 per ADS (July 27, 2026)
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Published on 22. July 2026
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Predicted for 27. July 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
AstraZeneca reports Q2 2026 results on July 27, 2026. Consensus from 35 analysts stands at USD 2.50/ADS (Defense World); some sources cite up to USD 2.60. Q1 2026 core EPS was USD 2.58 (consensus: USD 2.52, beat: +USD 0.06). AZN reconfirmed FY2026 guidance for low double-digit core EPS growth at CER — a strong forward signal. Growth drivers: Tagrisso, Enhertu, Lynparza, and emerging CVRM franchise. AZN has beaten consensus in 4 of the last 5 quarters. Headwind: minor consensus reduction by Erste Group Bank on July 22, 2026.
Data basis for this prediction
- AZN Q2 2026 EPS-Konsens: 2,50 USD/ADS (35 Analysten, 83 % Buy) – Defense World (20.07.2026)
- AZN Q1 2026: Kern-EPS 2,58 USD vs. Konsens 2,52 USD (+0,06 USD) – BusinessWire (28.04.2026)
- AZN FY2026-Guidance: Kern-EPS-Wachstum niedriges zweistelliges % (CER) – MarketScreener (Juli 2026)
- Erste Group Bank senkt AZN FY2026-EPS-Prognose leicht – The Markets Daily (22.07.2026)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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