释义 |
Forward Earnings Forward EarningsAn estimation of a company's future earnings, usually for the coming quarter or year. Forward earnings are essentially what an analyst or a company thinks its profits will be, rather than what they actually are. Forward earnings are often used in conjunction with trailing earnings in making investment decisions. Trailing earnings are known, but are less relevant because they are in the past. On the other hand, forward earnings are relevant, but it is unknown how accurate their estimation will prove to be. See also: Expected return. |