Equity Profile

CHRD

Chord Energy Corporation

EnergyOil & Gas Exploration & Production$7.4B

May5Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:15 PM EDT

Chord Energy Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.06%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$4.56	$3.49	+36.12%
Revenue	—	$1.2B	—

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Chord Energy Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.06%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$4.56	$3.49	+36.12%
Revenue	—	$1.2B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Chord Energy's strong EPS performance significantly exceeded expectations, indicating robust profitability. However, the stock's slight decline of 0.06% suggests that investors may have been looking for more clarity or additional positive news, particularly regarding revenue or future guidance.

Company Snapshot

Chord Energy Corporation is an energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production. With a market cap of $8 billion, it plays a significant role in the energy sector, which is influenced by global oil prices and demand trends.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and performance, and investors will be looking for Chord Energy to meet or exceed expectations.

$3.49

Revenue

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

$1.2B

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

+8.66%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.31%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Chord Energy reported an EPS of $1.28, beating estimates by 9.03%. However, the stock fell by 1.16% the next day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Chord Energy to report strong earnings, with a consensus EPS of $3.49 and revenue of $1.2 billion. The market is closely watching for any surprises in these figures.

Bull Case

If Chord Energy exceeds the EPS and revenue estimates, it could indicate robust operational performance and strong demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations, it may raise concerns about operational efficiency and market conditions, potentially leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$3.49

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and performance, and investors will be looking for Chord Energy to meet or exceed expectations.

Revenue

$1.2B

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 Chord Energy's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $3.49?

A beat on EPS could signal strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What is the outlook for revenue growth given current market conditions?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capitalize on market demand and manage costs effectively.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of recent operational efficiencies that could lead to better-than-expected margins, despite current oil price pressures.

Supporting Evidence

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

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting that investors anticipate volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in below $3.00, it could invalidate the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Chord Energy can maintain its profitability amid fluctuating oil prices and economic conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $3.60 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.00 would support the bear case, raising concerns about operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.56%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±4.6% while CHRD has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

50.2%

Calls (25K)P/C Ratio: 0.90Puts (23K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Chord Energy beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.55%, confirming strong operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 1.01%, indicating investor disappointment and concerns about the company's performance.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-MSMichael Patrick GuestRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and operational efficiencies.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and pricing strategies.
3Insights into cost management and capital expenditures.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and market outlook.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding potential risks in the current economic environment.

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and performance, and investors will be looking for Chord Energy to meet or exceed expectations.

$3.49

Revenue

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

$1.2B

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

+8.66%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.31%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Chord Energy reported an EPS of $1.28, beating estimates by 9.03%. However, the stock fell by 1.16% the next day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Chord Energy to report strong earnings, with a consensus EPS of $3.49 and revenue of $1.2 billion. The market is closely watching for any surprises in these figures.

Bull Case

If Chord Energy exceeds the EPS and revenue estimates, it could indicate robust operational performance and strong demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations, it may raise concerns about operational efficiency and market conditions, potentially leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$3.49

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and performance, and investors will be looking for Chord Energy to meet or exceed expectations.

Revenue

$1.2B

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 Chord Energy's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $3.49?

A beat on EPS could signal strong operational performance and boost investor confidence.

What is the outlook for revenue growth given current market conditions?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capitalize on market demand and manage costs effectively.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of recent operational efficiencies that could lead to better-than-expected margins, despite current oil price pressures.

Supporting Evidence

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

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting that investors anticipate volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in below $3.00, it could invalidate the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Chord Energy can maintain its profitability amid fluctuating oil prices and economic conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $3.60 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.00 would support the bear case, raising concerns about operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.56%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±4.6% while CHRD has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

50.2%

Calls (25K)P/C Ratio: 0.90Puts (23K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Chord Energy beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.55%, confirming strong operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 1.01%, indicating investor disappointment and concerns about the company's performance.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-MSMichael Patrick GuestRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and operational efficiencies.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and pricing strategies.
3Insights into cost management and capital expenditures.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and market outlook.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding potential risks in the current economic environment.