The Q1 earnings cycle has turned out better than feared, with growth showing an acceleration relative to other periods. The technology sector has undoubtedly contributed its share of weight, helping brighten the overall picture notably. With the period winding down, most market participants have shifted their attention to one company that has yet to report, namely Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). We've all become highly familiar with the stock over the last year, with excitement stemming from AI fueling an unbelievable run among shares. But how do expectations stack up heading into the release? Let's take a closer look at a few key metrics to watch and recent analyst revisions. Headline Expectations Reflecting the optimism surrounding the company, analysts have positively revised their earnings expectations for the release, with the $5.48 Zacks Consensus EPS estimate overall up 11% since the end of February and suggesting 400% year-over-year growth.