DGX Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
8.22%
Last Quarter
$3.12
Past Year
$8.76
Growth Past 5yrs
-3.62%
Next Quarter
$2.37
Estimate Next Year
$4.02
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$260.00
9.01% Upside
Mean Price Target
$220.38
-7.6% Downside
Lowest Price Target
$190.00
-20.34% Downside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On Jul 28, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
DGX Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, DGX (NYSE: DGX) reported an actual EPS of $3.12 for the quarter ending on Jul 23, 2026, compared to an estimated $2.82, resulting in a 10.64% surprise. In the prior quarter (Apr 21, 2026), DGX recorded an actual EPS of $2.5 with a 5.49% surprise. See DGX's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
DGX has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Jul 23, 2026 showing a 10.64% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Apr 21, 2026 recorded a 5.49% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2026 | 3.12 | 2.82 | +10.64% |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 2.5 | 2.37 | +5.49% |
| Feb 10, 2026 | 2.42 | 2.36 | +2.54% |
| Oct 21, 2025 | 2.17 | 2.51 | -13.55% |
| Jul 22, 2025 | 2.62 | 2.57 | +1.95% |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 2.21 | 2.15 | +2.79% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DGX stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given DGX stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 29 analysts have given their ratings
to DGX out of which
7 analysts have given strong buy call,
2 analysts have given buy call,
20 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$220.38 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly -7.6% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for DGX highest price target?
Analysts suggest DGX's stock price would rise to a high of $260.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for DGX over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the DGX stock price could move to $190.00.
What is the average target price for DGX?
DGX stock has an average analyst estimate of $220.38.
At its current price, how far is DGX from its average target price?
DGX shares are currently trading -7.6% below this price target.
What were DGX’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $3.12 versus consensus estimates of $2.82, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $2.62.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
DGX's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $2.37 and $4.02 for the whole year.
What has DGX's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 8.22% EPS growth for DGX in the next five years, compared to growth rates of -3.62% in the past five years.