While we are still very early in the Q4 2025 reporting season, it’s a good time to check in and see where things stand with companies on the S&P 500.
Around 13% of companies in the benchmark index have reported earnings so far. Of those companies, 75% have reported earnings per share above estimates.
Surprisingly, that is actually below the 5-year average of 78% and the 10-year average of 76%.
The bulk of the S&P 500’s operating margin increase has come from tech companies.
Tech companies have seen operating margins rise due to the scalability of software, aggressive cost-cutting (including layoffs), and the integration of artificial intelligence to boost efficiency.
Which companies are likely to surprise investors in their earnings releases next week? Read on to find out.
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