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CLH

Clean Harbors, Inc.

IndustrialsEnvironmental & Facilities Services$16.9B

May6Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market7:30 AM EDT

Clean Harbors Beats on EPS, Stock Unknown

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.19	$1.15	+3.21%
Revenue	—	$1.5B	—

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Clean Harbors Beats on EPS, Stock Unknown

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.19	$1.15	+3.21%
Revenue	—	$1.5B	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record, and the analysis is based solely on numerical results.

What It Means

Clean Harbors reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which indicates strong performance in that area. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance. The stock reaction is currently unknown as no information is available on how the market responded to the earnings report.

Company Snapshot

Clean Harbors, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental and facilities services, focusing on waste management and industrial cleaning....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.15

Revenue

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and market share.

$1.5B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Clean Harbors, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental and facilities services, focusing on waste management and industrial cleaning. As a key player in the industrial sector, it plays a vital role in helping businesses comply with environmental regulations and manage hazardous materials.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.05%

Avg Stock Reaction

-3.45%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Clean Harbors reported an EPS of $1.62, slightly exceeding expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.66% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic, expecting Clean Harbors to report solid earnings driven by strong demand for environmental services.

Bull Case

If the company beats EPS estimates, it could signal robust operational efficiency and market demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about cost management and market conditions, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.15

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$1.5B

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Clean Harbors achieve an EPS of at least $1.15?

This figure is crucial for assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What is the revenue outlook for the next quarter?

Revenue growth is a key indicator of the company's operational health and market demand, which will be closely scrutinized.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Clean Harbors to exceed EPS expectations due to recent operational efficiencies not fully reflected in consensus estimates.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a strong history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% success rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent trends in environmental services suggest increasing demand that could drive revenue higher than expected.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.15, it could undermine the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining the company's trajectory amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.15 or higher with revenue exceeding $1.5B would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.92 would indicate potential issues with profitability and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.01%

Historical Avg

±5.7%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±7.1% while CLH has averaged ±5.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

18.7%

Calls (800)P/C Ratio: 1.02Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Clean Harbors beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.61%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react moderately, reflecting cautious optimism without significant changes in sentiment.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 11.10%, raising concerns about the company's cost management and market position.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into demand trends for environmental services in various sectors.
3Management's commentary on future growth opportunities and market expansion.
4Details on any significant contracts or partnerships that could influence revenue.
5Guidance on expected challenges in the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

Clean Harbors, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental and facilities services, focusing on waste management and industrial cleaning....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.15

Revenue

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and market share.

$1.5B

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

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.05%

Avg Stock Reaction

-3.45%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Clean Harbors reported an EPS of $1.62, slightly exceeding expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.66% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic, expecting Clean Harbors to report solid earnings driven by strong demand for environmental services.

Bull Case

If the company beats EPS estimates, it could signal robust operational efficiency and market demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if earnings fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about cost management and market conditions, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.15

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$1.5B

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Clean Harbors achieve an EPS of at least $1.15?

This figure is crucial for assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What is the revenue outlook for the next quarter?

Revenue growth is a key indicator of the company's operational health and market demand, which will be closely scrutinized.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Clean Harbors to exceed EPS expectations due to recent operational efficiencies not fully reflected in consensus estimates.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a strong history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% success rate over the last eight quarters.

Recent trends in environmental services suggest increasing demand that could drive revenue higher than expected.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.15, it could undermine the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining the company's trajectory amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.15 or higher with revenue exceeding $1.5B would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.92 would indicate potential issues with profitability and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.01%

Historical Avg

±5.7%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±7.1% while CLH has averaged ±5.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

18.7%

Calls (800)P/C Ratio: 1.02Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Clean Harbors beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.61%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react moderately, reflecting cautious optimism without significant changes in sentiment.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 11.10%, raising concerns about the company's cost management and market position.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into demand trends for environmental services in various sectors.
3Management's commentary on future growth opportunities and market expansion.
4Details on any significant contracts or partnerships that could influence revenue.
5Guidance on expected challenges in the upcoming quarters.