In the following video, Motley Fool industrials analyst Blake Bos takes a look at why there was so much confusion around 3D Systems' (DDD 0.97%) earnings report. Whereas the press release stated EPS of $0.71 per share, this was prior to the split that the stock underwent Friday afternoon, and led to a lot of analyst and investor misinterpretation. The company's share count also increased by approximately 9 million shares, diluting shareholder returns. Blake tells us in the video what the actual earnings per share value is, and gives investors a much more meaningful way to calculate a company's earnings. He also tells us why diversification in 3-D printing investing is important.
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What was behind all the confusion with 3D Systems' earnings?
Blake Bos has no position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends 3D Systems. The Motley Fool owns shares of 3D Systems and has the following options: Short Jan 2014 $36 Calls on 3D Systems and Short Jan 2014 $20 Puts on 3D Systems. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
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