Jacobs Solutions Gains 3.9% Momentum, EPS Estimate Raised to $7.19
Jacobs Solutions holds a Zacks #2 (Buy) rank with Momentum Score A and VGM Score B, pushing shares 3.9% higher over the past four weeks. Five analysts raised fiscal 2026 EPS estimates by $0.09 to $7.19, while the stock’s average earnings surprise stands at 2.7%.
1. Zacks Ranking and Style Scores
Jacobs Solutions is rated #2 (Buy) with a Momentum Style Score of A and a combined VGM Score of B, reflecting strong upward price and earnings revision trends. The #2 ranking indicates a bullish earnings estimate direction while high style scores suggest favorable momentum and balanced value-growth metrics.
2. Analyst Revisions and Earnings Outlook
Over the past 60 days, five analysts lifted Jacobs’ fiscal 2026 EPS consensus by $0.09 to $7.19 per share, implying solid forecasts, and the company has delivered an average earnings surprise of 2.7% historically. This estimate stability supports the current momentum thesis though significant valuation catalysts remain limited.
3. Mention as Peer in Willdan Valuation Debate
Jacobs Solutions was cited alongside peers in a discussion of Willdan Group’s elevated 23.75X forward P/E, but no specific valuation data for Jacobs was provided. Its mention underscores investor interest in engineering and consulting firms as sector valuations diverge.