Equity Profile

CSV

Carriage Services, Inc.

Consumer DiscretionarySpecialized Consumer Services$554.6M

Aug5Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Carriage Services, Inc. (CSV) operates in the consumer discretionary sector, providing specialized services in the funeral and cemetery industries....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

$0.87

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract more customers, vital for long-term success.

N/A

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CSV Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Carriage Services, Inc. (CSV) operates in the consumer discretionary sector, providing specialized services in the funeral and cemetery industries. As a company with a market cap of $1 billion, it plays a significant role in the consumer services landscape, particularly as demographic trends influence demand for its offerings.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+12.77%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.03%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Carriage Services reported an EPS of $0.86, slightly beating estimates. However, the stock experienced a decline of 1.92% the following day, indicating mixed market reactions.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving customer service and retention.
Commitment to expanding service offerings.
Plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Carriage Services' upcoming earnings, given its recent performance and the historical trend of beating EPS estimates.

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational performance and growth potential, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations, especially in revenue growth, it could lead to a significant decline in stock price, reflecting investor concerns about its market position.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.87

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Revenue Growth

N/A

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract more customers, vital for long-term success.

Customer Retention Rate

N/A

This metric indicates how well the company retains its clients, which is crucial in the service industry.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

EPS is a critical indicator of profitability, and any significant deviation from expectations could impact investor sentiment.

How is the company addressing customer retention?

Customer retention is vital for sustained revenue growth, and insights into this area will help gauge future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of demographic trends on demand for Carriage Services' offerings, which could drive stronger-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

The company's historical EPS beat rate of 88% suggests a consistent ability to exceed expectations.

Recent trends in the funeral services industry indicate a growing demand due to aging populations.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility, which may not align with the consensus outlook.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS above $0.90, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment and shift investor expectations positively.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is closely watching EPS and customer retention as key indicators of the company's health and future prospects.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.85 could indicate underlying issues affecting profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.20%

Historical Avg

±1.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±7.2% while CSV has averaged ±1.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

31.9%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Carriage Services beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.18%, confirming positive operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 0.99%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer retention strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into revenue growth and market expansion plans.
3Management's commentary on operational efficiency improvements.
4Details on new service offerings and their expected impact on revenue.
5Guidance on future earnings expectations and market conditions.

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Company Snapshot

Carriage Services, Inc. (CSV) operates in the consumer discretionary sector, providing specialized services in the funeral and cemetery industries....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

$0.87

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract more customers, vital for long-term success.

N/A

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

CSV Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+12.77%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.03%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Carriage Services reported an EPS of $0.86, slightly beating estimates. However, the stock experienced a decline of 1.92% the following day, indicating mixed market reactions.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving customer service and retention.
Commitment to expanding service offerings.
Plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Carriage Services' upcoming earnings, given its recent performance and the historical trend of beating EPS estimates.

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational performance and growth potential, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations, especially in revenue growth, it could lead to a significant decline in stock price, reflecting investor concerns about its market position.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.87

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

Revenue Growth

N/A

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and attract more customers, vital for long-term success.

Customer Retention Rate

N/A

This metric indicates how well the company retains its clients, which is crucial in the service industry.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

EPS is a critical indicator of profitability, and any significant deviation from expectations could impact investor sentiment.

How is the company addressing customer retention?

Customer retention is vital for sustained revenue growth, and insights into this area will help gauge future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of demographic trends on demand for Carriage Services' offerings, which could drive stronger-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

The company's historical EPS beat rate of 88% suggests a consistent ability to exceed expectations.

Recent trends in the funeral services industry indicate a growing demand due to aging populations.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility, which may not align with the consensus outlook.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS above $0.90, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment and shift investor expectations positively.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is closely watching EPS and customer retention as key indicators of the company's health and future prospects.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.85 could indicate underlying issues affecting profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.20%

Historical Avg

±1.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±7.2% while CSV has averaged ±1.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

31.9%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Carriage Services beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.18%, confirming positive operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 0.99%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer retention strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into revenue growth and market expansion plans.
3Management's commentary on operational efficiency improvements.
4Details on new service offerings and their expected impact on revenue.
5Guidance on future earnings expectations and market conditions.