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What DuPont's Earnings Mean For Mutual Fund Investors (DD)

Shauna O'Brien

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DuPont logo in red
Before the opening bell on Tuesday, DuPont (DD) released its first quarter financial results. Here’s what the results mean for mutual fund investors.

Inside DD’s Results

Earnings

DuPont (DD) reported earnings of $1.03 billion, or $1.13 per share, down from $1.44 billion, or $1.54 per share, a year ago. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.34, above analysts’ estimate of $1.31.

Revenue
Revenue dropped to $9.172 billion from $10.128 billion. On average, analysts expected to see revenue of $9.41 billion.

Foreign Exchange Digging into Profits

DuPont has become the latest company to see its profits negatively impacted by the stronger dollar. The company said that it expects foreign exchange to cut into full year earnings by as much as 80 cents per share, but still expects the EPS to meet its previous guidance.

Mutual Funds to Watch

Investors considering a stake in DD may be interested in the funds listed below. These funds currently hold the largest stakes in the company.
Symbol Mutual Fund Stake
VTSMX Vanguard Total Stock Market Index 1.76%
FKINX Franklin Income 1.33%
VFINX Vanguard 500 1.12%

The Bottom Line

The funds above offer investors exposure to a diverse group of securities and industries. Investors interested in DD may also be interested in Monsanto (MON).

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DuPont logo in red

What DuPont's Earnings Mean For Mutual Fund Investors (DD)

Shauna O'Brien

|

Before the opening bell on Tuesday, DuPont (DD) released its first quarter financial results. Here’s what the results mean for mutual fund investors.

Inside DD’s Results

Earnings

DuPont (DD) reported earnings of $1.03 billion, or $1.13 per share, down from $1.44 billion, or $1.54 per share, a year ago. Adjusted EPS came in at $1.34, above analysts’ estimate of $1.31.

Revenue
Revenue dropped to $9.172 billion from $10.128 billion. On average, analysts expected to see revenue of $9.41 billion.

Foreign Exchange Digging into Profits

DuPont has become the latest company to see its profits negatively impacted by the stronger dollar. The company said that it expects foreign exchange to cut into full year earnings by as much as 80 cents per share, but still expects the EPS to meet its previous guidance.

Mutual Funds to Watch

Investors considering a stake in DD may be interested in the funds listed below. These funds currently hold the largest stakes in the company.
Symbol Mutual Fund Stake
VTSMX Vanguard Total Stock Market Index 1.76%
FKINX Franklin Income 1.33%
VFINX Vanguard 500 1.12%

The Bottom Line

The funds above offer investors exposure to a diverse group of securities and industries. Investors interested in DD may also be interested in Monsanto (MON).

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