Equity Profile

CPS

Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc.

Consumer DiscretionaryAutomotive Parts & Equipment$479.7M

Jul30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. is a key player in the automotive parts and equipment industry, focusing on providing essential components for vehicles....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is crucial for understanding the company's profitability and how it compares to analyst expectations.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth indicates the company's ability to increase sales, which is vital for future profitability.

N/A

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CPS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. is a key player in the automotive parts and equipment industry, focusing on providing essential components for vehicles. As a part of the consumer discretionary sector, its performance is closely tied to consumer spending and trends in the automotive market.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-38.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

-2.43%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Cooper-Standard reported an EPS of -$0.29, missing expectations significantly. The stock reacted positively the next day, gaining 1.25%.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are cautious given the company's recent performance, with no analyst estimates available for this quarter. Investors are likely looking for signs of recovery or continued struggles.

Bull Case

If Cooper-Standard can demonstrate improved efficiency and cost management, it may surprise investors positively, leading to a rebound in stock price.

Bear Case

Continued losses or further negative surprises could lead to a significant decline in stock value, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the company's current EPS forecast for Q2-2026?

This number will be critical in assessing whether the company is on a path to recovery or continuing to struggle.

How is Cooper-Standard managing costs in the current economic environment?

Cost management is essential for improving margins and could significantly impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Cooper-Standard's potential for a turnaround, as recent operational changes could lead to improved margins.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 31.4% move, suggesting traders expect significant volatility, which may indicate hidden potential.

Despite recent losses, the company has a history of quick recoveries following poor earnings, suggesting a potential for upside.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in better than expected, it could shift the narrative toward recovery.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate revolves around whether the company can turn around its recent poor performance and return to profitability.

Bull Confirmed If

A positive EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±31.4%

Historical Avg

±4.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±31.4% while CPS has averaged ±4.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

53.4%

Calls (400)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (0)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 15 of 28 (54%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Discretionary in the last 2 years. 15 of 28 faded and 13 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.5%, with a raw directional average of +2.4% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Cooper-Standard beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 4.5%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of about 3.5%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies.
2Specific guidance on EPS expectations for the next quarter.
3Insights into revenue growth and market demand.
4Comments on supply chain stability and its impact on operations.
5Management's outlook on the automotive market trends.

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Company Snapshot

Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. is a key player in the automotive parts and equipment industry, focusing on providing essential components for vehicles....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is crucial for understanding the company's profitability and how it compares to analyst expectations.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth indicates the company's ability to increase sales, which is vital for future profitability.

N/A

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

CPS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-38.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

-2.43%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Cooper-Standard reported an EPS of -$0.29, missing expectations significantly. The stock reacted positively the next day, gaining 1.25%.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Cooper-Standard can demonstrate improved efficiency and cost management, it may surprise investors positively, leading to a rebound in stock price.

Bear Case

Continued losses or further negative surprises could lead to a significant decline in stock value, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the company's current EPS forecast for Q2-2026?

This number will be critical in assessing whether the company is on a path to recovery or continuing to struggle.

How is Cooper-Standard managing costs in the current economic environment?

Cost management is essential for improving margins and could significantly impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Cooper-Standard's potential for a turnaround, as recent operational changes could lead to improved margins.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 31.4% move, suggesting traders expect significant volatility, which may indicate hidden potential.

Despite recent losses, the company has a history of quick recoveries following poor earnings, suggesting a potential for upside.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in better than expected, it could shift the narrative toward recovery.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate revolves around whether the company can turn around its recent poor performance and return to profitability.

Bull Confirmed If

A positive EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.50 or worse would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±31.4%

Historical Avg

±4.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±31.4% while CPS has averaged ±4.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

53.4%

Calls (400)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (0)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 15 of 28 (54%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Cooper-Standard beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 4.5%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of about 3.5%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies.
2Specific guidance on EPS expectations for the next quarter.
3Insights into revenue growth and market demand.
4Comments on supply chain stability and its impact on operations.
5Management's outlook on the automotive market trends.