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title: "S&P 500 Companies' Q4 EPS Performance Matches 10-Year Average"
type: "News"
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description: "In the fourth quarter, 76% of companies in the S&P 500 index surpassed their earnings per share (EPS) estimates. FactSet posted on X that this figure is slightly below the five-year average of 78% but aligns with the 10-year average of 76%. The data highlights a consistent performance over the decade, despite a slight dip compared to more recent years. The earnings insight provides a perspective on the financial health and forecasting accuracy of these major companies."
datetime: "2026-02-06T18:47:28.000Z"
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# S&P 500 Companies' Q4 EPS Performance Matches 10-Year Average

In the fourth quarter, 76% of companies in the S&P 500 index surpassed their earnings per share (EPS) estimates. FactSet posted on X that this figure is slightly below the five-year average of 78% but aligns with the 10-year average of 76%. The data highlights a consistent performance over the decade, despite a slight dip compared to more recent years. The earnings insight provides a perspective on the financial health and forecasting accuracy of these major companies.

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