Earnings
InvestingA company's net income or profit, the primary driver of stock valuation and a key metric for investors.
Example
Example: Consider an investor building a $100,000 portfolio. Earnings — a company's net income or profit, the primary driver of stock valuation and a key — directly affects investment strategy and long-term returns. Getting this concept right can mean tens of thousands of dollars in difference over a 20-year period. Model your portfolio with our investment calculator.