Equity Profile

ACIW

ACI Worldwide, Inc.

Information TechnologyApplication Software$4.4B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

ACI Worldwide, Inc. (ACIW) provides electronic payment solutions that help businesses process transactions securely and efficiently....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well ACIW is managing its costs and revenues.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract new customers, which is crucial for long-term success.

N/A

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ACIW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

ACI Worldwide, Inc. (ACIW) provides electronic payment solutions that help businesses process transactions securely and efficiently. As a player in the Information Technology sector, ACIW is positioned to benefit from the ongoing shift towards digital payments and e-commerce, which have become increasingly important in today's economy.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+75.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.89%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, ACIW reported an EPS of $0.61, significantly beating expectations by 110%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 7.81% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to enhance payment solutions to meet evolving customer needs.
Focus on expanding into new markets and customer segments.
Maintain strong operational efficiency to support profitability.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for ACIW are cautiously optimistic, given its strong performance in previous quarters. Investors will be looking for continued growth and profitability.

Bull Case

If ACIW can maintain its momentum from last quarter and deliver another strong EPS surprise, it could see significant stock appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, if ACIW fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could face a negative reaction from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

Given ACIW's strong EPS surprises in the past, this number will be critical in determining investor sentiment.

How does ACIW plan to sustain revenue growth in the upcoming quarters?

Investors will be keen to hear about strategies for maintaining growth, especially in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating ACIW's ability to sustain its growth trajectory, especially given its recent strong EPS performances.

Supporting Evidence

ACI Worldwide has consistently beaten EPS estimates, suggesting strong operational management.

The options market indicates a higher expected move than historical averages, hinting at potential volatility.

Insider activity has shown no significant selling, which may indicate confidence in the company's future.

Key Risk

If ACIW reports an EPS below $0.50, it could significantly undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether ACIW can continue its strong performance or if it will face headwinds in the current economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.70 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.50 would confirm the bear case, suggesting potential issues with growth or profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.49%

Historical Avg

±6.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±13.5% while ACIW has averaged ±6.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

42.8%

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Information Technology

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 4 of 9 faded and 5 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -0.5% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If ACIW beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.89%, confirming the company's growth trajectory.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around 11.70%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or enhancements in payment solutions.
2Insights into customer acquisition strategies and market expansion plans.
3Management's perspective on competitive pressures in the digital payments space.
4Discussion on operational efficiencies and cost management initiatives.
5Any commentary on macroeconomic factors affecting the business.

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Company Snapshot

ACI Worldwide, Inc. (ACIW) provides electronic payment solutions that help businesses process transactions securely and efficiently....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well ACIW is managing its costs and revenues.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract new customers, which is crucial for long-term success.

N/A

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

ACIW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+75.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.89%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, ACIW reported an EPS of $0.61, significantly beating expectations by 110%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 7.81% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to enhance payment solutions to meet evolving customer needs.
Focus on expanding into new markets and customer segments.
Maintain strong operational efficiency to support profitability.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for ACIW are cautiously optimistic, given its strong performance in previous quarters. Investors will be looking for continued growth and profitability.

Bull Case

If ACIW can maintain its momentum from last quarter and deliver another strong EPS surprise, it could see significant stock appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, if ACIW fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could face a negative reaction from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

Given ACIW's strong EPS surprises in the past, this number will be critical in determining investor sentiment.

How does ACIW plan to sustain revenue growth in the upcoming quarters?

Investors will be keen to hear about strategies for maintaining growth, especially in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating ACIW's ability to sustain its growth trajectory, especially given its recent strong EPS performances.

Supporting Evidence

ACI Worldwide has consistently beaten EPS estimates, suggesting strong operational management.

The options market indicates a higher expected move than historical averages, hinting at potential volatility.

Insider activity has shown no significant selling, which may indicate confidence in the company's future.

Key Risk

If ACIW reports an EPS below $0.50, it could significantly undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether ACIW can continue its strong performance or if it will face headwinds in the current economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.70 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.50 would confirm the bear case, suggesting potential issues with growth or profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.49%

Historical Avg

±6.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±13.5% while ACIW has averaged ±6.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

42.8%

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Information Technology

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If ACIW beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.89%, confirming the company's growth trajectory.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around 11.70%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or enhancements in payment solutions.
2Insights into customer acquisition strategies and market expansion plans.
3Management's perspective on competitive pressures in the digital payments space.
4Discussion on operational efficiencies and cost management initiatives.
5Any commentary on macroeconomic factors affecting the business.