Zoetis Shares Surge 48% in Volume Rank 217th as Earnings Loom with 3.2% EPS Growth Expected

Zoetis (ZTS) saw a 48.21% surge in trading volume on July 29, 2025, with $510 million in shares exchanged, ranking it 217th in daily trading activity. The stock closed 0.17% higher, reflecting modest investor interest ahead of its upcoming earnings release.

Analysts anticipate Zoetis will report quarterly earnings of $1.61 per share on August 5, a 3.2% year-over-year increase, with revenue expected to reach $2.4 billion, up 1.7%. Recent revisions to earnings estimates have risen 0.34% over 30 days, indicating improved confidence in the company’s performance. A proprietary model suggests a 0.42% positive deviation from consensus estimates, aligning with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), which historically predicts a 70% likelihood of an earnings beat when combined with a positive Earnings ESP.

Historically, Zoetis has outperformed expectations in four of its last four quarters, including a 5.71% surprise in its most recent report. However, recent analyst downgrades from Stifel Nicolaus, Leerink Partners, and UBS Group highlight cautious sentiment, with ratings shifting toward "Hold" or "Neutral." Institutional ownership remains stable, though insider sales in June reduced ownership by 4.13%.

The company announced a $0.50 quarterly dividend, payable September 3, with a 1.33% yield. Zoetis also plans to release FY 2025 guidance of $6.20–$6.30 EPS, reflecting steady growth expectations.

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