Countdown to Mosaic (MOS) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Estimates Beyond Revenue and EPS

Wall Street analysts forecast that Mosaic (MOS) will report quarterly earnings of $0.53 per share in its upcoming release, pointing to a year-over-year decline of 25.4%. It is anticipated that revenues will amount to $2.93 billion, exhibiting a decline of 7% compared to the year-ago quarter.The current level reflects an upward revision of 12.2% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter over the past 30 days. This demonstrates how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reappraised their initial projections over this period.Ahead of a company's earnings disclosure, it is crucial to give due consideration to changes in earnings estimates. These revisions serve as a noteworthy factor in predicting potential investor reactions to the stock. Numerous empirical studies consistently demonstrate a strong relationship between trends in earnings estimate revision and the short-term price performance of a stock.While it's common for investors to rely on consensus earnings and revenue estimates for assessing how the business may have performed during the quarter, exploring analysts' forecasts for key metrics can yield valuable insights.Given this perspective, it's time to examine the average forecasts of specific Mosaic metrics that are routinely monitored and predicted by Wall Street analysts.The consensus among analysts is that 'Net sales- Phosphates' will reach $1.20 billion. The estimate indicates a change of +12% from the prior-year quarter.Analysts forecast 'Net sales- Mosaic Fertilizantes' to reach $1.17 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of -1.6%.The average prediction of analysts places 'Net sales- Potash' at $551.75 million. The estimate indicates a change of -27.2% from the prior-year quarter.The consensus estimate for 'Potash - Average finished product selling price (destination)' stands at $242.70. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $294.It is projected by analysts that the 'Phosphates - Sales volumes - Total Finished Product' will reach 1,647.52 KTon. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 1,582 KTon in the same quarter of the previous year.Analysts' assessment points toward 'Potash - Sales volumes - Total Finished Product' reaching 2,286.80 KTon. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 2,577 KTon.The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Mosaic Fertilizantes - Sales volumes - Total Finished Product' will likely reach 2,185.55 KTon. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 2,158 KTon.Analysts expect 'Phosphates - Realized costs - Blended rock' to come in at 83.00 $/Ton. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 77 $/Ton in the same quarter last year.The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Phosphates - Realized costs - Sulfur' of 126.34 $/Ton. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported 152 $/Ton in the same quarter of the previous year.Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Mosaic Fertilizantes - Average finished product selling price (destination)' should arrive at $552.56. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $552.According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Phosphates - Realized costs - Ammonia' should come in at 392.42 $/Ton. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 366 $/Ton.Analysts predict that the 'Phosphates - Average finished product selling price (destination)' will reach $680.87. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $658 in the same quarter of the previous year.View all Key Company Metrics for Mosaic here>>>Over the past month, shares of Mosaic have returned -8.7% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.5% change. Currently, MOS 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 >>>>Just Released: Zacks Top 10 Stocks for 2025Hurry – you can still get in early on our 10 top tickers for 2025. Handpicked by Zacks Director of Research Sheraz Mian, this portfolio has been stunningly and consistently successful. From inception in 2012 through November, 2024, the Zacks Top 10 Stocks gained +2,112.6%, more than QUADRUPLING the S&P 500’s +475.6%. Sheraz has combed through 4,400 companies covered by the Zacks Rank and handpicked the best 10 to buy and hold in 2025. You can still be among the first to see these just-released stocks with enormous potential. See New Top 10 Stocks >>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 The Mosaic Company (MOS): Free Stock Analysis ReportThis article originally published on Zacks Investment Research (zacks.com).Zacks Investment ResearchWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks