What is Zacks Research's Forecast for EMBJ FY2028 Earnings?

Key Points

• Zacks Research lowered its FY2028 EPS forecast for Embraer to $4.60, down slightly from $4.61; this remains well above the current full-year consensus estimate of $2.90.
• Embraer’s second-quarter results significantly exceeded expectations, with adjusted EPS of $1.17 versus the $0.61 consensus and record quarterly revenue, supported by stronger deliveries, margins and cash flow.
• Analyst sentiment is mixed, with an average “Hold” rating and a consensus price target of $68, while the stock recently traded at $73.54 and carried a relatively high P/E ratio of 43.01.

Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica (NYSE:EMBJ - Free Report) - Equities research analysts at Zacks Research lowered their FY2028 earnings estimates for Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica in a report released on Monday, August 10th. Zacks Research analyst Team now expects that the aerospace company will post earnings per share of $4.60 for the year, down from their previous estimate of $4.61. The consensus estimate for Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica's current full-year earnings is $2.90 per share.

A number of other research firms also recently issued reports on EMBJ. Scotiabank started coverage on shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica in a research report on Monday, June 8th. They issued a "sector outperform" rating and a $81.00 price target on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. dropped their price objective on shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica from $84.00 to $80.00 and set an "overweight" rating on the stock in a research note on Tuesday, May 12th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reissued a "hold (c)" rating on shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica in a report on Monday, July 20th. Four research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, two have given a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of "Hold" and a consensus target price of $68.00.

Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica Stock Up 0.7%

Shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica stock opened at $73.54 on Tuesday. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $63.80 and a 200 day moving average price of $64.78. Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica has a fifty-two week low of $53.56 and a fifty-two week high of $80.75. The firm has a market cap of $13.29 billion, a P/E ratio of 43.01, a P/E/G ratio of 1.76 and a beta of 1.44. The company has a quick ratio of 0.73, a current ratio of 1.48 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71.

Institutional Trading of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica

A number of large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in EMBJ. Itau Unibanco Holding S.A. purchased a new stake in shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $68,460,000. Ameriprise Financial Inc. grew its position in Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica by 20.7% during the 3rd quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 970,129 shares of the aerospace company's stock worth $58,644,000 after purchasing an additional 166,489 shares in the last quarter. Lord Abbett & CO. LLC acquired a new stake in Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica during the 4th quarter valued at $28,696,000. Vaughan Nelson Investment Management L.P. acquired a new stake in Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica during the 1st quarter valued at $21,687,000. Finally, Russell Investments Group Ltd. purchased a new stake in shares of Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica in the fourth quarter valued at $21,288,000. 34.65% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q2 earnings substantially beat expectations: Embraer reported adjusted earnings of $1.17 per share, versus the $0.61 consensus estimate, on $2.24 billion in revenue. Net profit rose 25% year over year to 1.11 billion Brazilian reais, while quarterly revenue reached a record. Embraer Earnings Results - 2nd Quarter 2026
• Positive Sentiment: Operating momentum remains strong: Higher deliveries, a growing backlog, stronger margins and improved cash flow helped support a more optimistic 2026 outlook. These trends provide greater visibility into future aircraft demand and revenue. Embraer's Second-Quarter Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
• Neutral Sentiment: 2026 guidance was revised: Embraer now expects revenue of $8.2 billion to $8.5 billion, compared with the $8.5 billion analyst consensus. The range signals continued growth but leaves limited upside versus expectations. Embraer S.A. Announces Material Fact
• Negative Sentiment: Long-term earnings estimates edged lower: Zacks Research reduced its FY2028 EPS forecast to $4.60 from $4.61. The change is minimal, but it may temper enthusiasm given EMBJ’s elevated valuation, including a reported P/E ratio above 40. Embraer Q2 Earnings: Key Metrics Versus Estimates

Embraer-Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica Company Profile

Embraer SA NYSE: EMBJ, legally known as Embraer – Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica SA, is a global aerospace company headquartered in São José dos Campos, Brazil. The company designs, develops, manufactures and sells commercial, executive, defence and agricultural aircraft. Embraer’s product portfolio includes the popular E-Jets family for regional and short-haul carriers, the advanced E2 series, a range of business jets under the Phenom, Legacy and Praetor brands, the A-29 Super Tucano military trainer and light attack aircraft, the C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport platform, and the Ipanema agricultural aircraft.

Embraer’s commercial aviation segment focuses on regional airlines and air taxi operators, offering aircraft that seat between 70 and 150 passengers.

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