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AI Roundtable Open Poll · 4 models

Whats sources are there to see analyst estimates in stock eps. Prefered woth no cost.

Answer: Yahoo Finance is the premier free source for EPS estimates, supplemented by Zacks and retail brokerage research accounts. (All 4 models agreed)

Model Responses

Grok 4.20

Answer: Free sources for analyst EPS estimates include Yahoo Finance, Investing.com, and MarketWatch, with Yahoo Finance offering the most user-friendly access.

Yahoo Finance provides detailed analyst consensus estimates for EPS, revenue, and growth projections for most publicly traded stocks at no cost, simply by searching for a ticker and navigating to the 'Analysis' tab. Investing.com offers a solid free alternative with analyst ratings, price targets, and EPS forecasts, though it may require creating a free account for full access to some data. MarketWatch and NASDAQ.com also publish free analyst estimates compiled from major firms, making them reliable for cross-verification without any subscription fees. These platforms aggregate data from sources like Refinitiv and Bloomberg but present it openly, unlike premium services such as Bloomberg terminals or Zacks Premium which charge for deeper insights.

GPT-5.4

Answer: Free sources for analyst EPS estimates include Yahoo Finance, MarketScreener, Investing.com, TradingView, company investor-relations materials, SEC filings, and broker research summaries available through many public libraries or brokerage accounts.

If you want analyst EPS estimates without paying, the easiest starting point is Yahoo Finance. On many stock pages, the Analysis tab shows average EPS estimates for the current quarter, next quarter, current year, and next year, along with revenue estimates and analyst count. It is simple and free, though coverage quality varies by stock. MarketScreener is another strong free option. It often shows consensus EPS estimates by year, target prices, recommendations, and analyst coverage counts. For many large and mid-cap stocks, it is more structured than some other free sites. Investing.com and TradingView can also be useful. They often display earnings forecasts, past earnings history, and calendar-based estimate data around upcoming reports. These are good for quick checks, though exact estimate detail may be more limited than paid terminals. For the most reliable primary-source information, check the company's investor relations website and SEC filings. Management sometimes discusses Wall Street expectations indirectly during earnings calls, guidance releases, and presentations. While companies usually do not publish the full analyst consensus themselves, they often give enough guidance to help you interpret estimate ranges. Another no-cost path is through your broker. Many brokerage accounts provide free access to analyst estimate summaries from firms like CFRA, Morningstar, Argus, or visible consensus data, even if you are not a premium subscriber elsewhere. If you already have a brokerage account, this is worth checking first. Public libraries are underrated. Many library systems offer free remote access to investment databases such as Value Line, Morningstar, or sometimes broader research platforms. That can give you much better EPS estimate information than most open websites. If you want the best completely free workflow, I would use Yahoo Finance first, confirm on MarketScreener, then cross-check the company investor relations page and your broker's research portal. That combination usually gives a solid view of analyst EPS expectations without paying. The main limitation of free sources is that they may show only consensus averages rather than the full range of analyst models, revisions history, or detailed methodology. For deep estimate work, paid sources like FactSet, Bloomberg, Visible Alpha, or Refinitiv are better, but for most individual investors, the free sources above are enough.

Claude Opus 4

Answer: The best free sources for analyst EPS estimates include Yahoo Finance, Zacks.com, CNN Money/CNN Business, Finviz, Seeking Alpha, Wisesheets, and MarketBeat, with Yahoo Finance being the most accessible and comprehensive for most users.

There are several reliable free sources for viewing analyst EPS estimates on stocks: **Yahoo Finance** is arguably the best free starting point. On any stock's page, click the "Analysis" tab to see current quarter, next quarter, current year, and next year EPS estimates, including the number of analysts, high/low/average estimates, and earnings history vs. estimates. **Zacks.com** is well-known for its earnings estimate coverage. Their free tier shows consensus EPS estimates, estimate revisions, and earnings surprises. They also provide the Zacks Rank, which is based on estimate revision trends. **Finviz.com** provides a quick snapshot of forward EPS estimates on its stock screener pages, and you can filter stocks by analyst recommendations and EPS growth estimates for free. **Seeking Alpha** offers analyst EPS estimates on the "Earnings" tab of any stock page. The free tier gives you access to consensus estimates, though some advanced features require a subscription. **CNN Business (formerly CNN Money)** shows analyst forecasts including EPS estimates and price targets for free. **MarketBeat** provides analyst consensus estimates, earnings history, and upcoming earnings dates at no cost. **Wisesheets** is a Google Sheets/Excel add-on that can pull analyst estimates directly into spreadsheets, with a limited free tier. **TipRanks** also offers some free analyst estimate data, though deeper features are paywalled. **NASDAQ.com** has an earnings forecast section under each stock's page that shows analyst EPS estimates for free. For the most robust free experience, I'd recommend starting with Yahoo Finance's Analysis tab and supplementing with Zacks for estimate revision data. Keep in mind that free sources may have slight delays or fewer data points compared to paid terminals like Bloomberg or FactSet, but for most individual investors, the free options are more than sufficient.

Gemini 3.1 Pro

Answer: Investors can access reliable, zero-cost analyst estimates for stock EPS through several popular financial platforms, most notably Yahoo Finance, Zacks Investment Research, and MarketBeat.

Yahoo Finance is arguably the most accessible and comprehensive free tool available for everyday investors. By searching for a stock ticker and navigating to the 'Analysis' tab, you can view current and forward EPS (Earnings Per Share) consensus estimates, historical earnings surprises, and recent analyst EPS revision trends. Zacks Investment Research is another excellent free resource, historically famous for its deep focus on earnings data. Even on their unpaid tier, Zacks provides detailed consensus EPS estimates, historical earnings beat/miss histories, and data on how analysts are actively adjusting their forecasts. Additionally, sites like MarketBeat and Finviz offer highly useful free tools. MarketBeat provides easy-to-read charts of consensus EPS estimates versus actual reported earnings alongside a feed of recent analyst price targets. Finviz is perfect if you want a quick visual snapshot or need to screen multiple stocks based on forward EPS projections. Finally, do not overlook your own retail brokerage account. If you use platforms like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or E*TRADE, you already have free access to premium institutional research reports (from data providers like Morningstar, Argus, or Refinitiv) that include deep-dive EPS forecasts at no additional cost.

Final Summary

The AI Roundtable reached a unanimous consensus that Yahoo Finance's 'Analysis' tab is the gold standard for accessible, zero-cost analyst estimates. While Claude Opus 4 and Gemini 3.1 Pro highlighted Zacks for its revision data, GPT-5.4 pointed out that most investors already sit on a goldmine of free premium data through their existing brokerage accounts.

All 4 models agreed