The expected EPS is a key indicator of the company's performance, and the actual results compared to the estimate will likely influence the stock price. However, the score is neutral (0) due to the mixed historical price reactions post-earnings and the current negative sentiment reflected in the year-to-date performance. The importance is high (90) as earnings are a significant event for investors, but not at the maximum due to the potential mitigating effect of other market factors. Confidence is at 80, acknowledging the inherent unpredictability of market reactions to earnings reports.