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The Andersons, Inc.

Consumer StaplesFood Distributors$2.2B

Aug3Mon

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

The Andersons, Inc. is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on food distribution....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$1.48

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$3.3B

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ANDE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

The Andersons, Inc. is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on food distribution. With a market cap of $2 billion, the company plays a vital role in the agricultural supply chain, providing essential products and services to farmers and food producers.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.84%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, The Andersons reported an EPS of $1.12, which was below expectations. The stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.16% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about The Andersons' upcoming earnings, with expectations for a modest increase in EPS and revenue compared to the previous quarter.

Bull Case

If the company can exceed the EPS estimate of $1.48, it may signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it could indicate underlying issues in sales or cost management, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.48

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$3.3B

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.48?

A beat on EPS could indicate improved profitability and operational efficiency, which would be crucial for investor confidence.

What are the revenue expectations compared to the consensus of $3.3 billion?

Revenue performance will provide insights into market demand and the company's ability to capture sales in a competitive environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for The Andersons to exceed revenue expectations due to improved supply chain efficiencies and strong demand in certain segments.

Supporting Evidence

The company has historically shown resilience in challenging market conditions, as seen in past earnings reports.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move than what has been realized in the past, indicating potential for a surprise.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in above $3.4 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will reveal how well The Andersons is navigating current market challenges and managing its operations.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.55 or higher would confirm strong demand and cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

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

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.86%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.9% while ANDE has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

49.3%

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).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If The Andersons beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.75%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

An inline report may lead to a muted reaction, as investors assess management's commentary for future guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could result in a decline of approximately 1.5%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on supply chain efficiencies and their impact on costs.
2Any commentary on market demand trends for agricultural products.
3Insights into pricing strategies and how they are affecting margins.
4Management's outlook on the competitive landscape and future growth opportunities.

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Company Snapshot

The Andersons, Inc. is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on food distribution....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$1.48

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$3.3B

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

ANDE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.84%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, The Andersons reported an EPS of $1.12, which was below expectations. The stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.16% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about The Andersons' upcoming earnings, with expectations for a modest increase in EPS and revenue compared to the previous quarter.

Bull Case

If the company can exceed the EPS estimate of $1.48, it may signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it could indicate underlying issues in sales or cost management, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.48

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$3.3B

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.48?

A beat on EPS could indicate improved profitability and operational efficiency, which would be crucial for investor confidence.

What are the revenue expectations compared to the consensus of $3.3 billion?

Revenue performance will provide insights into market demand and the company's ability to capture sales in a competitive environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for The Andersons to exceed revenue expectations due to improved supply chain efficiencies and strong demand in certain segments.

Supporting Evidence

The company has historically shown resilience in challenging market conditions, as seen in past earnings reports.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move than what has been realized in the past, indicating potential for a surprise.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in above $3.4 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will reveal how well The Andersons is navigating current market challenges and managing its operations.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.55 or higher would confirm strong demand and cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

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

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.86%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.9% while ANDE has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

49.3%

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%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If The Andersons beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.75%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

An inline report may lead to a muted reaction, as investors assess management's commentary for future guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could result in a decline of approximately 1.5%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on supply chain efficiencies and their impact on costs.
2Any commentary on market demand trends for agricultural products.
3Insights into pricing strategies and how they are affecting margins.
4Management's outlook on the competitive landscape and future growth opportunities.