SFES (Safeguard Scientifics) EPS (Basic): $-0.62 (TTM As of Dec. 2023)


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What is Safeguard Scientifics EPS (Basic)?

Safeguard Scientifics SFES 12 EPS (Basic) is $-0.62 as of Dec. 2023. GuruFocus rates SFES with a GF Score™ of 12/100.

Safeguard Scientifics's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the three months ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.28. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.62.

Safeguard Scientifics's EPS (Diluted) for the three months ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.28. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.62.

Safeguard Scientifics's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Dec. 2023 was $-0.22. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 was -0.60.

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Safeguard Scientifics  (OTCPK:SFES) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.

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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

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Safeguard Scientifics EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Safeguard Scientifics EPS (Basic) Chart

Safeguard Scientifics Annual Data
Trend Dec14 Dec15 Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23
EPS (Basic)
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2.64 -1.81 1.36 -0.87 -0.61

Safeguard Scientifics Quarterly Data
Mar19 Jun19 Sep19 Dec19 Mar20 Jun20 Sep20 Dec20 Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23
EPS (Basic) Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -0.30 -0.22 -0.18 0.06 -0.28
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Safeguard Scientifics EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

Safeguard Scientifics's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Dec. 2023 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(-9.828-0)/16.221
=-0.61

Safeguard Scientifics's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2023 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Dec. 2023 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(-4.414-0)/16.383
=-0.27

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2023 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.62

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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What does a EPS (Basic) of $-0.62 mean?
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a EPS (Basic) of $-0.62 as of Dec. 2023. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Safeguard Scientifics and its competitors.
Is Safeguard Scientifics' EPS (Basic) too high?
Safeguard Scientifics' current EPS (Basic) is $-0.62. Overall, Safeguard Scientifics has a GF Score™ of 12/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Safeguard Scientifics' EPS (Basic) compare to PIAC and EQS?
Safeguard Scientifics' EPS (Basic) of $-0.62 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EPS (Basic) for an Asset Management company?
A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, EPS (Basic) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EPS (Basic) mean?
A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Safeguard Scientifics and its competitors. Safeguard Scientifics's current EPS (Basic) is $-0.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Safeguard Scientifics stock overvalued right now?
Safeguard Scientifics (SFES) has a current EPS (Basic) of $-0.62. The current EPS (Basic) is $-0.62. Safeguard Scientifics' overall GF Score™ is 12/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EPS (Basic) calculated?
EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Safeguard Scientifics (SFES), the current EPS (Basic) is $-0.62 as of Dec. 2023. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Safeguard Scientifics Business Description

Address 150 North Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-200, Radnor, PA, USA, 19087
Safeguard Scientifics Inc is a holding/investment monetization company managing legacy portfolio investments, rather than an actively growing venture investor. The firm offers strategic, operational, and management support to certain of its ownership interests. Representatives of the firm serve on the boards of directors of certain of its holding/investment companies, working with them to develop and implement strategic and operating plans.
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