Equinix(US:EQIX) ZACKS·2026-01-27 00:15Core Insights - Equinix (EQIX) stock closed at $806.35, reflecting a +1.91% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.5% [1] - The stock has appreciated by 3.66% over the past month, contrasting with a 0.96% decline in the Finance sector and a 0.18% increase in the S&P 500 [1] Earnings Expectations - The upcoming earnings report for Equinix is scheduled for February 11, 2026, with an expected EPS of $9.08, representing a 14.65% increase year-over-year [2] - Revenue is projected to be $2.46 billion, indicating a 9% growth compared to the same quarter last year [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are estimated at $38.49 per share, reflecting a +9.91% change from the prior year, while revenue is projected to remain stable at $9.26 billion [3] Analyst Forecast Revisions - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Equinix are crucial as they reflect short-term business trends, with positive revisions indicating analysts' confidence in the company's performance [4] Zacks Rank and Performance - The Zacks Rank system, which ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell), currently rates Equinix at 3 (Hold), with a recent EPS estimate decrease of 0.02% [6] - Historically, stocks rated 1 have delivered an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [6] Valuation Metrics - Equinix has a Forward P/E ratio of 19.51, which is a premium compared to the industry average of 13.72 [7] - The company also has a PEG ratio of 1.1, significantly lower than the industry average PEG ratio of 2.65 [7] Industry Context - The REIT and Equity Trust - Retail industry, which includes Equinix, ranks in the top 37% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [8] - The top 50% rated industries are shown to outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1 [8]