Estimates
S&P Capital IQ Estimates + Visible Alpha:
A combined estimates solution that provides
the most complete view of market expectations.
Unearth deeper investment insights with the breadth of S&P Capital IQ Estimates and the granularity of Visible Alpha
Now available together under S&P Global Market Intelligence, this combined estimates solution delivers the scale, depth and insight you need for understanding market expectations.
- Stronger Benchmarking: Analyze performance with more confidence using deeper peer comps.
- Powerful Forecasting: Build models on actual analyst projections down to segment-level KPIs.
- Investor-Grade Insights: Leverage street expectations, with attribution to named brokers.
- Efficient Workflows: Access directly in S&P Capital IQ Pro or receive seamless delivery via XpressfeedTM, Excel, API or Cloud.
Key Benefits
Client Case Study
A Hedge Fund Builds a ‘Fundamental Powerhouse’ with S&P Capital IQ Estimates and Visible Alpha
Facing inconsistent EPS definitions, opaque methodologies, and fragmented data feeds, a leading quant hedge fund struggled to trust the results of its models. By consolidating S&P Capital IQ Estimates, Visible Alpha, Compustat and Capital IQ Financials, the firm created a unified “Fundamental Powerhouse” that delivers consistent, transparent, and point-in-time data.
The result: more accurate backtests, stronger signals, and greater confidence in every decision.
Flexible Delivery Channels
Access Estimates through flexible delivery channels. Data delivered where and how you work.
S&P Capital IQ Pro
Access S&P Capital IQ Estimates on the S&P Capital IQ Pro platform.
- Explore company-level forecasts and assumptions with direct links to consensus, detail, and industry-specific projections.
- Benchmark companies with peer analysis and trend visualization tools.
- Integrate directly with Excel via Capital IQ Pro Office for automated model updates and custom analytics.
- Search, filter, and compare line items across both datasets using our unified estimates search for faster, more informed decisions.
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