Why Investors Should Consider These Two Finance Stocks with Strong Earnings Potential

Investors looking to beat the market may want to focus on finance stocks with positive earnings surprise potential, especially those identified by the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) tool. This proprietary metric helps investors find stocks most likely to exceed quarterly earnings estimates by comparing the most accurate analyst estimate with the consensus estimate, signaling potential upside in the stock price. Combining a positive ESP with a favorable Zacks Rank (Hold or better) has historically resulted in earnings beats about 70% of the time and attractive returns over longer periods. Among finance stocks flagged for strong earnings prospects, Toronto‑Dominion Bank (TD) stands out with a positive Earnings ESP just ahead of its upcoming report, suggesting a possible surprise on the upside for its next quarter results. Meanwhile, The Progressive Corporation (PGR) also shows a strong positive ESP and holds a Zacks Rank of Buy, indicating that its earnings could exceed expectations when it reports later this year. Both TD and PGR benefit from favorable estimate revisions and robust analyst outlooks, which could help fuel their stock performance if they deliver better‑than‑expected earnings. Investors can use the Zacks Earnings ESP filter to scan for other finance stocks with similar characteristics ahead of future earnings seasons. #FinanceStocks #EarningsESP #Investing #StockMarketInsights #SlimScan #GrowthStocks #CANSLIM