Best Buy (BBY, $79.00) beats Q3 expectations
Best Buy posted third quarter earnings that crushed analysts’ expectations.
The consumer electronics retail company’s adjusted earnings for the quarter came in at $1.38, well above analysts’ expectations of $1.03 per share.
Revenue of $10.59 billion also topped consensus of $10.31 billion expected.
Comparable sales decreased by -10.4%, less sharp vs. - 12.9% that analysts expected( according to FactSet) . Best Buy’s Chief Financial Officer Matt Bilunas had anticipated a more than -12.1% drop in the second quarter.
During a call with investors, CEO Corie Barry said sales decreased across most of Best Buy’s product categories and the largest decrease was experienced by computing and home theater. However, she also mentioned that compared to the same quarter in 2019, its computing revenue is +23% higher and its appliances revenue remains +37% higher (according to a CNBC report).
BBY in downward trend: price dove below 50-day moving average on November 13, 2025
BBY moved below its 50-day moving average on November 13, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 47 similar past instances, the stock price decreased further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on November 04, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on BBY as a result. In of 87 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for BBY turned negative on November 03, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 56 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 56 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
The 10-day moving average for BBY crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on November 18, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 18 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where BBY declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator demonstrates that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 1 day, which means it's wise to expect a price bounce in the near future.
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 10 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where BBY advanced for three days, in of 318 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
BBY may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is seriously undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (5.754) is normal, around the industry mean (6.538). P/E Ratio (20.496) is within average values for comparable stocks, (45.380). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.018) is also within normal values, averaging (1.224). BBY has a moderately high Dividend Yield (0.051) as compared to the industry average of (0.028). P/S Ratio (0.383) is also within normal values, averaging (3.026).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. BBY’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. BBY’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 83, placing this stock worse than average.
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a retailer of consumer electronics, entertainment software and appliances
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