S&P 500 Index Profit Margins Tighten. Are Tariffs To Blame?

Core Viewpoint - Analysts' estimates and companies' guidance have weakened since the start of the year, leading to a Q1 estimated total EPS growth rate of 11.5% [1] Summary by Category - Analysts' Estimates: There has been a decline in analysts' estimates since the beginning of the year [1] - Companies' Guidance: Companies have also provided weaker guidance, contributing to the overall decline in expectations [1] - EPS Growth Rate: The estimated total EPS growth rate for Q1 is projected at 11.5% [1]