That's a wrap.
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| Oct 22, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | Time not given | $1.89 | Beat$2.00 | +5.58% |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | Time not given | $1.42 | $1.43 | −1.87% |
This covers the Jul 29, 2026 report. The Oct 22, 2026 numbers are in the table above.
PG beats Q4 EPS but growth concerns weigh on stock
Procter & Gamble reported fiscal Q4 EPS of $1.43, beating the $1.41 consensus by 1.6%. Despite the beat, the stock fell 1.5% on the following day as management's forward guidance for fiscal 2027 revenue and margins highlighted growth deceleration. The market focused on weak revenue growth (TTM +3.3% vs sector +6.0%) and subdued EPS growth forecasts (+3.2% 5Y), overshadowing strong quality metrics (ROE 31%, operating margin 24%).
Better case20%
Consumer spending stabilizes and PG's pricing power drives revenue acceleration above 4% in FY2027, validating the quality premium.
Base case50%
PG delivers in-line FY2027 revenue growth of 2-3% with stable margins. stock trades in a $140-$150 range.
Worse case30%
Growth concerns persist as revenue decelerates below 2%, compressing the PEG ratio and eroding the quality premium.
Scenario odds are a judgement, not measured.