VIRT

Zacks highlights its Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) metric as a tool for identifying stocks likely to beat quarterly earnings expectations. Capital One (COF) holds a #3 (Hold) rank with a +1.50% ESP ahead of its October 20, 2026 earnings report, while Virtu Financial (VIRT) carries a #1 (Strong Buy) rank with a +1.88% ESP before reporting on November 5, 2026. Both stocks show positive ESP figures, suggesting potential for earnings beats.

Zacks highlights three stocks with Rank #1 (Strong Buy) ratings and strong momentum characteristics: Virtu Financial (VIRT), a financial services company with 5.1% earnings estimate increase; Eni S.p.A. (E), an integrated energy company with 10.6% earnings estimate increase; and Gray Media (GTN), a multimedia company with 27% earnings estimate increase. All three possess Momentum Score A ratings and have outperformed the S&P 500 in recent periods.

Virtu Financial (VIRT), a high-speed trading company, is highlighted as a stock likely to beat upcoming earnings estimates. The company has surpassed earnings expectations by an average of 21.64% over the last two quarters, with a positive Earnings ESP of +4.03% and a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating, suggesting strong near-term earnings potential.