Capital One may beat earnings estimates again with positive Earnings ESP and rising estimates

Capital One (COF) is a stock to watch for its upcoming earnings report. With a history of beating earnings estimates by an average of 13.55% over the past two quarters, recent estimates for the company have been on the rise. The Zacks Earnings ESP is currently at +2.02%, indicating a potential beat in the next report on July 22, 2025.

Investors should consider the positive Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for Capital One, as this combination has historically led to positive surprises nearly 70% of the time. While a negative Earnings ESP does not guarantee an earnings miss, it’s crucial to assess this metric before a company’s quarterly release to improve success odds.

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