Q1 earnings estimates for S&P 500 decreased, with Tech sector still expected to rise

From Nasdaq: 2025-03-27 05:00:00

Q1 earnings estimates for the S&P 500 index have decreased to +5.9% growth from +10.4% at the start of January 2025. The ‘Magnificent 7’ group is expected to see +13.1% earnings growth, while the rest of the index would be up +3.8% without them. Tech sector earnings are predicted to increase by +12.4%. The Mag 7 group is expected to bring in $556.1 billion in earnings for 2025. Tesla, Apple, and Meta have seen less positive earnings outlooks lately, while the rest of the group remains positive.

The technology sector has been a significant growth driver, with expected earnings to rise by +12.4% in Q1. The sector has enjoyed improving earnings outlooks, but recent data shows a shift in the trend. Total S&P 500 earnings for the current period are expected to increase by +5.9%. The 2025 earnings outlook for the Mag 7 group is less positive than in the recent past, with expectations of +13.1% earnings growth.

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