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MAQ3 20261/4

Estimate vs Actual

Earnings per Share

$5.31

+ 2.7% vs Estimate

Surprise as recorded in the analysis; the estimate itself is not on the calendar.

MAQ3 20262/4

Guidance

2026 Net Revenue Estimate

Company Guidance
37.28 billion
Market Estimate
37.28 billion

In Line ✓

Q4 26 Net Revenue Estimate

Company Guidance
9.97 billion
Market Estimate
9.97 billion

In Line ✓

MAQ3 20263/4

In 30 Seconds

Net revenue rose 14% to $9.81B, beating the estimate by 1.6%; adjusted EPS of $5.31 was 2.7% above expectations.

  • Value-added services grew 19%, and the company reaffirmed its outlook for low-teens revenue growth in 2026.
  • Shares rose about 4.2% intraday on services growth and margin expansion, hitting a new record high.

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