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Agilent Technologies, Inc.

Health CareLife Sciences Tools & Services$37.9B

Aug26Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ3-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of life sciences tools and services, primarily serving the health care sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge Agilent's financial health this quarter.

Expecting $1.49

Revenue Growth

While specific revenue estimates are not available, growth in this area will indicate how well Agilent is performing in a competitive market.

N/A

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A Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of life sciences tools and services, primarily serving the health care sector. The company focuses on delivering innovative solutions for laboratories and research institutions, which is increasingly important as the demand for advanced health care technologies grows.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.40%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.42%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Agilent reported an EPS of $1.49, exceeding expectations by 6.2%. The stock saw a slight increase of 0.66% the following day, reflecting positive market sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product offerings in life sciences.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.
Plans to enhance customer engagement through technology.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Agilent's upcoming earnings report, especially after a solid performance last quarter. However, the lack of specific revenue guidance raises some concerns.

Bull Case

If Agilent beats EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products and services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet EPS expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the current market volatility.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expecting $1.49

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge Agilent's financial health this quarter.

Revenue Growth

N/A

While specific revenue estimates are not available, growth in this area will indicate how well Agilent is performing in a competitive market.

Gross Margin

N/A

Gross margin will provide insight into the efficiency of Agilent's operations and pricing strategy.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS for this quarter, and how does it compare to last quarter's $1.49?

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and a strong performance could boost investor confidence.

What insights can management provide regarding revenue growth and market demand?

Understanding revenue trends will help investors gauge the company's position in the competitive landscape.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Agilent's ability to outperform expectations based on its recent product innovations and market demand.

Supporting Evidence

Agilent has a strong history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% success rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market is pricing for a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in the life sciences sector indicate increasing demand for Agilent's products.

Key Risk

If Agilent reports an EPS below $1.40, it could undermine the bullish sentiment surrounding the stock.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is crucial for assessing Agilent's growth trajectory and market position.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.55 or higher would confirm strong demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.40 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.07%

Historical Avg

±0.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.1% while A has averaged ±0.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

56.2%

Calls (1.0M)P/C Ratio: 1.30Puts (345K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Agilent beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.46%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns indicating an average drop of around 0.29%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on revenue.
2Management's commentary on market demand and competitive positioning.
3Insights into operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
4Details on customer engagement strategies and their effectiveness.
5Any guidance on future earnings expectations or market conditions.

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Company Snapshot

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of life sciences tools and services, primarily serving the health care sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge Agilent's financial health this quarter.

Expecting $1.49

Revenue Growth

While specific revenue estimates are not available, growth in this area will indicate how well Agilent is performing in a competitive market.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

A Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.40%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.42%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Agilent reported an EPS of $1.49, exceeding expectations by 6.2%. The stock saw a slight increase of 0.66% the following day, reflecting positive market sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product offerings in life sciences.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.
Plans to enhance customer engagement through technology.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Agilent's upcoming earnings report, especially after a solid performance last quarter. However, the lack of specific revenue guidance raises some concerns.

Bull Case

If Agilent beats EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products and services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet EPS expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the current market volatility.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expecting $1.49

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge Agilent's financial health this quarter.

Revenue Growth

N/A

While specific revenue estimates are not available, growth in this area will indicate how well Agilent is performing in a competitive market.

Gross Margin

N/A

Gross margin will provide insight into the efficiency of Agilent's operations and pricing strategy.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS for this quarter, and how does it compare to last quarter's $1.49?

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and a strong performance could boost investor confidence.

What insights can management provide regarding revenue growth and market demand?

Understanding revenue trends will help investors gauge the company's position in the competitive landscape.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Agilent's ability to outperform expectations based on its recent product innovations and market demand.

Supporting Evidence

Agilent has a strong history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% success rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market is pricing for a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in the life sciences sector indicate increasing demand for Agilent's products.

Key Risk

If Agilent reports an EPS below $1.40, it could undermine the bullish sentiment surrounding the stock.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is crucial for assessing Agilent's growth trajectory and market position.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.55 or higher would confirm strong demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.40 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.07%

Historical Avg

±0.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.1% while A has averaged ±0.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

56.2%

Calls (1.0M)P/C Ratio: 1.30Puts (345K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Agilent beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.46%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns indicating an average drop of around 0.29%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on revenue.
2Management's commentary on market demand and competitive positioning.
3Insights into operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
4Details on customer engagement strategies and their effectiveness.
5Any guidance on future earnings expectations or market conditions.