Tempe, Arizona-based Gen Digital Inc. (GEN) provides cybersecurity solutions for individuals, families, and small businesses. The company has a market cap of $14.9 billion and offers security and performance management, identity protection, online privacy, and a technology platform. GEN is expected to release its Q2 2027 earnings on Wednesday, October 28, after the market closes.
Ahead of the event, analysts expect the company’s EPS to be $0.65 on a diluted basis, up 22.6% from $0.53 in the year-ago quarter. The company has exceeded Wall Street’s EPS estimates in only one of its last four quarters, while missing on three other occasions.
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For fiscal 2027, analysts project the company’s EPS to be $2.66, up 22% from $2.18 in fiscal 2026. Moreover, its EPS is expected to rise by roughly 15.8% year over year (YoY) to $3.08 in fiscal 2028.
www.barchart.com GEN stock has fallen 8.2% over the past 52 weeks, lagging behind the S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 13.1% rise and the State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF’s (XLK) 25.9% rise during the same time frame.
www.barchart.com On Aug. 7, GEN stock rose 3.8% following the release of its Q1 2027 earnings. The company’s revenue for the quarter rose 11% from the prior year’s quarter to $1.3 billion, supported by robust growth in its bookings. Additionally, its adjusted EPS also grew nearly 19% YoY to $0.71, showcasing segment-wide growth. The company raised its fiscal 2027 revenue guidance as well, with its revenue expected to be in the range of $5.38 billion to $5.48 billion and adjusted EPS in the range of $2.87 to $2.97.
Analysts are also moderately bullish about GEN, with the stock having a “Moderate Buy” rating overall. Among the 10 analysts covering the stock, four recommend a “Strong Buy,” and six recommend a “Hold.” GEN’s average analyst price target of $32.30 offers a 29.8% upside potential.
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