Verizon Q3 Earnings Preview: 'Slow And Steady Comeback' Of Telecom Could Be Evident Tuesday

Telecommunications company Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) is one of several Dow Jones Industrial Average companies reporting financial results during the trading week.

Here's a look at the analyst estimates and key items to watch in the earnings report, with Verizon set to report Q3 results before market open Tuesday.

Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Verizon to report third-quarter revenue of $33.43 billion, up from $33.34 billion in last year's third quarter, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

The company has missed analyst revenue estimates in two straight quarters and four of the last six quarters. Overall, Verizon looks to get back on track, with six revenue beats in the last 10 quarters.

Analysts expect Verizon to report third-quarter earnings per share of $1.18, down from last year's $1.22 in the same quarter. The company has met or beat analyst estimates for earnings per share in eight straight quarters and nine of the last 10 quarters. While the company has a strong ...