Equity Profile

ABEV

Ambev S.A.

Consumer StaplesBrewers$43.8B

May5Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

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Company Snapshot

Ambev S.A. is a leading brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing a wide range of beverages including beer and soft drinks....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Ambev is managing its costs and generating income.

$0.04

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$22.2B

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ABEV Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Ambev S.A. is a leading brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing a wide range of beverages including beer and soft drinks. With a market cap of $44 billion, the company plays a significant role in the beverage industry, particularly in Latin America, where consumer spending patterns can greatly influence its performance.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.63%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.61%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Ambev reported stable earnings, maintaining its EPS at $0.04. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Ambev to report an EPS of $0.04 and revenue of $22.2 billion. The market is closely watching these figures to gauge the company's financial health and growth trajectory.

Bull Case

If Ambev exceeds expectations with strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially boosting investor confidence and stock prices.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses its revenue targets or shows signs of declining sales, it could raise concerns about market share and profitability, leading to a negative reaction from investors.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.04

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Ambev is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$22.2B

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

This will indicate how well Ambev is performing in a competitive market and whether it can sustain its growth trajectory.

How are sales trends in key markets like Brazil and Argentina?

These markets are crucial for Ambev's overall performance, and insights into their sales trends could significantly impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Ambev's ability to leverage its strong brand portfolio in emerging markets, potentially leading to better-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Historical performance shows that Ambev has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational management.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility that could favor a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $22.2 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on Ambev's ability to maintain or grow its revenue in a challenging economic environment, making these thresholds critical.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth above $22.2 billion, indicating strong demand and market share retention.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue falling below $21.7 billion, suggesting potential issues with sales and market competitiveness.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.93%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in Ambev's stock, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±5.9% while ABEV has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

29.8%

Calls (11K)P/C Ratio: 0.49Puts (800)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.7% (modestly positive historical bias).

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

6.99%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

478

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

First Eagle Investment Management, LLC
336,057,984 sh · $967.8M
2.13%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ambev beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests a positive market reaction, potentially leading to a stock increase of around 4.74%.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

A miss on revenue could lead to a negative reaction, with historical patterns suggesting a potential drop of around 4.74%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on market share trends in Brazil and Argentina.
2Insights into pricing strategies and cost management efforts.
3Comments on consumer behavior shifts post-pandemic.
4Details on new product launches or marketing initiatives.
5Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting sales.

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Company Snapshot

Ambev S.A. is a leading brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing a wide range of beverages including beer and soft drinks....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Ambev is managing its costs and generating income.

$0.04

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$22.2B

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

ABEV Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.63%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.61%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Ambev reported stable earnings, maintaining its EPS at $0.04. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Ambev to report an EPS of $0.04 and revenue of $22.2 billion. The market is closely watching these figures to gauge the company's financial health and growth trajectory.

Bull Case

If Ambev exceeds expectations with strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially boosting investor confidence and stock prices.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses its revenue targets or shows signs of declining sales, it could raise concerns about market share and profitability, leading to a negative reaction from investors.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.04

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Ambev is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$22.2B

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

This will indicate how well Ambev is performing in a competitive market and whether it can sustain its growth trajectory.

How are sales trends in key markets like Brazil and Argentina?

These markets are crucial for Ambev's overall performance, and insights into their sales trends could significantly impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Ambev's ability to leverage its strong brand portfolio in emerging markets, potentially leading to better-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Historical performance shows that Ambev has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational management.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility that could favor a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $22.2 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on Ambev's ability to maintain or grow its revenue in a challenging economic environment, making these thresholds critical.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth above $22.2 billion, indicating strong demand and market share retention.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue falling below $21.7 billion, suggesting potential issues with sales and market competitiveness.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.93%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move in Ambev's stock, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±5.9% while ABEV has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

29.8%

Calls (11K)P/C Ratio: 0.49Puts (800)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

6.99%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

478

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

First Eagle Investment Management, LLC
336,057,984 sh · $967.8M
2.13%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ambev beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests a positive market reaction, potentially leading to a stock increase of around 4.74%.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

A miss on revenue could lead to a negative reaction, with historical patterns suggesting a potential drop of around 4.74%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on market share trends in Brazil and Argentina.
2Insights into pricing strategies and cost management efforts.
3Comments on consumer behavior shifts post-pandemic.
4Details on new product launches or marketing initiatives.
5Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting sales.