Equity Profile

CACC

Credit Acceptance Corporation

FinancialsConsumer Finance$6.5B

May5Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:02 PM EDT

Credit Acceptance Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Up 3.68%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$10.71	$10.51	+0.94%
Revenue	N/A	$581M	N/A

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Credit Acceptance Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Up 3.68%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$10.71	$10.51	+0.94%
Revenue	N/A	$581M	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Credit Acceptance Corporation reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which contributed to a positive stock reaction, with shares rising by 3.68%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance. Investors may be encouraged by the EPS beat, but the lack of revenue data and guidance could lead to cautious sentiment moving forward.

Company Snapshot

Credit Acceptance Corporation (CACC) operates in the financial sector, focusing on consumer finance. The company provides automobile financing solutions to customers with limited credit histories, making it an important player in the subprime lending market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$10.51

Revenue

Revenue figures will help gauge overall business performance and demand for financing services.

$581M

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.82%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.26%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Credit Acceptance reported an EPS of $11.35, exceeding expectations by 10.19%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.11% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to expand financing options for customers.
Focus on improving customer service and satisfaction.
Maintain strong credit quality in the loan portfolio.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about CACC's upcoming earnings, with expectations for solid EPS and revenue growth. However, past performance shows mixed reactions to earnings surprises.

Bull Case

If CACC beats EPS estimates significantly, it could indicate strong demand and effective cost management, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain profitability in a competitive lending environment, leading to a negative stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$10.51

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$581M

Revenue figures will help gauge overall business performance and demand for financing services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $10.51?

A significant EPS beat could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What insights will management provide regarding revenue growth and loan performance?

Understanding revenue drivers and loan quality will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the impact of recent operational improvements and customer satisfaction initiatives on EPS growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 63% success rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent insider selling could indicate a strategic shift rather than a lack of confidence in the company's performance.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $10.00, it could undermine the positive sentiment surrounding its operational improvements.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing the company's ability to sustain growth amid competitive pressures and economic conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS above $11.00 would confirm strong demand and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $9.39 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.96%

Historical Avg

±2.2%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.7% while CACC has averaged ±2.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

39.9%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CACC beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.11%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

A cautious in-line report may lead to muted reactions as investors await further clarity on future guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history indicates a potential decline of about 0.35%, raising concerns about its financial health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their impact on loan volume.
2Details on the performance of the loan portfolio and any changes in credit quality.
3Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting consumer finance.
4Insights into competitive pressures and how CACC plans to address them.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management efforts.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$10.51

Revenue

Revenue figures will help gauge overall business performance and demand for financing services.

$581M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.82%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.26%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Credit Acceptance reported an EPS of $11.35, exceeding expectations by 10.19%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.11% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to expand financing options for customers.
Focus on improving customer service and satisfaction.
Maintain strong credit quality in the loan portfolio.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about CACC's upcoming earnings, with expectations for solid EPS and revenue growth. However, past performance shows mixed reactions to earnings surprises.

Bull Case

If CACC beats EPS estimates significantly, it could indicate strong demand and effective cost management, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain profitability in a competitive lending environment, leading to a negative stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$10.51

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$581M

Revenue figures will help gauge overall business performance and demand for financing services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $10.51?

A significant EPS beat could indicate strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What insights will management provide regarding revenue growth and loan performance?

Understanding revenue drivers and loan quality will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the impact of recent operational improvements and customer satisfaction initiatives on EPS growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 63% success rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent insider selling could indicate a strategic shift rather than a lack of confidence in the company's performance.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $10.00, it could undermine the positive sentiment surrounding its operational improvements.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing the company's ability to sustain growth amid competitive pressures and economic conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS above $11.00 would confirm strong demand and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $9.39 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.96%

Historical Avg

±2.2%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.7% while CACC has averaged ±2.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

39.9%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CACC beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.11%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

A cautious in-line report may lead to muted reactions as investors await further clarity on future guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history indicates a potential decline of about 0.35%, raising concerns about its financial health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their impact on loan volume.
2Details on the performance of the loan portfolio and any changes in credit quality.
3Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting consumer finance.
4Insights into competitive pressures and how CACC plans to address them.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management efforts.