Euronet Worldwide (EEFT, $141.92) Q3 earnings exceeds expectations; revenue misses estimates
Euronet Worldwide, Inc. beat analysts estimates on earnings. Its revenue, though increased from the year-ago period, still fell short of expectations.
The electronic payment services company’s third-quarter 2019 earnings came in at $2.84 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.4%. Earnings were +31.5% higher compared to the year-ago quarter.
Total revenue increased +10.1% year-over-year to $787 million – but missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by -4%.
EFT Processing Segment saw total revenues surge +21% (+26% in constant currency) year over year. Operating income for the segment was + 37% higher from the year-ago quarter (+42% on constant currency basis).
The company’s epay Segment’s total revenues increased +3% year-over-year (+7% up on constant currency basis). Operating income was up +23% year-over-year (+27% on constant currency basis).
The Money Transfer Segment’s revenues rose + 5% (+7% at constant currency). Operating income for this segment was up +6% in constant currency.
Euronet’s total transactions for the quarter came in at 1.23 million, representing a +21% year- over –year increase. The company’s overall operating income rose almost +29% to $194 million in the quarter.
Looking ahead, Euronet expects adjusted earnings per share for the fourth quarter to be around $1.61 (assuming foreign exchange to be stable).
EEFT in upward trend: 10-day moving average broke above 50-day moving average on May 07, 2025
The 10-day moving average for EEFT crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on May 07, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 19 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 .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on April 22, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on EEFT as a result. In of 95 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for EEFT just turned positive on April 24, 2025. Looking at past instances where EEFT's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 49 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
EEFT moved above its 50-day moving average on May 02, 2025 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 50-day moving average for EEFT moved above the 200-day moving average on May 09, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where EEFT advanced for three days, in of 324 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 240 cases where EEFT Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator demonstrated that the stock has entered the overbought zone. This may point to a price pull-back soon.
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the overbought zone for 11 days. The longer the ticker stays in the overbought zone, the sooner a price pull-back is expected.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where EEFT declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
EEFT broke above its upper Bollinger Band on May 05, 2025. 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 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. EEFT’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued 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 (3.979) is normal, around the industry mean (30.917). P/E Ratio (19.751) is within average values for comparable stocks, (160.020). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (2.714). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.029) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.520) is also within normal values, averaging (59.831).
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. EEFT’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 87, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average 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.
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