eBay posted its second quarter earnings that surpassed analysts' expectations, even as revenue missed estimates.
The e-commerce company’s earnings came in at 99 cents a share, compared to the 96 cents expected by analysts polled by Investing.com.
Revenue of $2.67 billion fell short of analysts expectation of $3 billion. Gross merchandise volume was $22.1 billion in the quarter, down -7% on an as-reported basis and down -11% on an FX-Neutral basis.
For the third quarter, the company projects earnings per share in the range of 86 cents to 90 cents on revenue of $2.42 billion to $2.47 billion, compared with analysts’ forecasts of 92 cents a share on revenue of $2.89 billion.
The company announced an additional $3 billion of share buyback program, following purchase of $1.5 billion of its shares during the second quarter.
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EBAY moved above its 50-day moving average on October 05, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend. In 34 of 45 similar past instances, the stock price increased further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 76%.
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 5 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.
The 10-day moving average for EBAY crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on September 22, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In 10 of 17 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 59%.
Following a +1.18% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where EBAY advanced for three days, in 211 of 316 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 67%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 28, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on EBAY as a result. In 50 of 90 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 56%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for EBAY turned negative on September 29, 2026. 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 44 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 26 of the 44 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 59%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where EBAY declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 59%.
EBAY broke above its upper Bollinger Band on September 17, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Aroon Indicator for EBAY entered a downward trend on September 14, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 22 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very 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 PE Growth Rating for this company is 30 (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 Price Growth Rating for this company is 47 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. EBAY’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 48 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 94, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 87 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued 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 (10.235) is normal, around the industry mean (56.916). P/E Ratio (22.546) is within average values for comparable stocks, (37.255). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.536) is also within normal values, averaging (1.774). Dividend Yield (0.011) settles around the average of (0.016) among similar stocks. EBAY's P/S Ratio (4.182) is slightly higher than the industry average of (1.321).
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a provider of online market places for the sale of goods and services
Industry InternetRetail