Countdown to Chubb (CB) Q4 Earnings: Wall Street Forecasts for Key Metrics

In its upcoming report, Chubb (CB) is predicted by Wall Street analysts to post quarterly earnings of $5.45 per share, reflecting a decline of 34.3% compared to the same period last year. Revenues are forecasted to be $14.49 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 8.3%.The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has undergone a downward revision of 0.4% in the past 30 days, bringing it to its present level. This represents how the covering analysts, as a whole, have reassessed their initial estimates during this timeframe.Before a company reveals its earnings, it is vital to take into account any changes in earnings projections. These revisions play a pivotal role in predicting the possible reactions of investors toward the stock. Multiple empirical studies have consistently shown a strong association between trends in earnings estimates and the short-term price movements of a stock.While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as a yardstick to evaluate the company's quarterly performance, scrutinizing analysts' projections for some of the company's key metrics can offer a more comprehensive perspective.That said, let's delve into the average estimates of some Chubb metrics that Wall Street analysts commonly model and monitor.Analysts forecast 'Net Premiums written- North America Personal Lines' to reach $1.62 billion. The estimate suggests a change of +10% year over year.Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Net investment income- Overseas General' should arrive at $295.36 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +14%.Analysts' assessment points toward 'Global Reinsurance- Net investment income' reaching $66.89 million. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +4.5%.The consensus estimate for 'Net premiums written- Global Reinsurance' stands at $228.72 million. The estimate indicates a change of +22.3% from the prior-year quarter.The average prediction of analysts places 'Loss and loss expense ratio' at 61.4%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 59.8%.The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Combined ratio' of 88.1%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 85.5% in the same quarter last year.The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'North America Agricultural Insurance - Combined ratio' will likely reach 98.7%. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 105.8% in the same quarter of the previous year.The consensus among analysts is that 'North America Agricultural Insurance - Loss and loss expense ratio' will reach 94.8%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 104.4% in the same quarter last year.Analysts predict that the 'North America Commercial P&C Insurance - Combined ratio' will reach 85.5%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 76.4% in the same quarter last year.It is projected by analysts that the 'North America Commercial P&C Insurance - Loss and loss expense ratio' will reach 64.9%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 55.9%.Analysts expect 'Overseas General Insurance - Combined ratio' to come in at 86.8%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 85.9% in the same quarter last year.According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Overseas General Insurance - Loss and loss expense ratio' should come in at 50.1%. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 50.3%.View all Key Company Metrics for Chubb here>>>Over the past month, shares of Chubb have returned -3% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +2.7% change. Currently, CB carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting that its performance may align with the overall market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>>7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 DaysJust released: Experts distill 7 elite stocks from the current list of 220 Zacks Rank #1 Strong Buys. They deem these tickers "Most Likely for Early Price Pops."Since 1988, the full list has beaten the market more than 2X over with an average gain of +24.1% per year. So be sure to give these hand picked 7 your immediate attention. See them now >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Chubb Limited (CB): Free Stock Analysis ReportTo read this article on Zacks.com click here.Zacks Investment ResearchWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks