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Express Scripts (ESRX) in Focus: Stock Moves 5.5% Higher

Zacks Equity Research
Updated

Express Scripts Holding Company ESRX was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise over 5% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This stock, which remained volatile and traded within the range of $56.81–$64.01 in the past one-month time frame, witnessed a sharp increase on Friday.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current quarter has seen six upward versus two downward movements over past two months. Although our consensus estimate has remained unchanged over the same time frame, this upward revisions suggest that more solid trading could be ahead for Express Scripts.So make sure to keep an eye on this stock going forward to see if this recent jump can turn into more strength down the road. 

Express Scripts currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) while its Earnings ESP is positive.

Express Scripts Holding Company Price and Consensus

Express Scripts Holding Company Price and Consensus | Express Scripts Holding Company Quote

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