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DOW

Dow Inc.

MaterialsCommodity Chemicals$21.9B

Jul23Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Dow Inc. is a major player in the materials sector, specifically in commodity chemicals....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share, which is crucial for long-term success.

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DOW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Dow Inc. is a major player in the materials sector, specifically in commodity chemicals. The company produces a wide range of chemical products used in various industries, making it an essential part of the supply chain for many goods. As global demand for materials fluctuates, Dow's performance can significantly impact pricing and availability in the market.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

-1629.11%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.60%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Dow reported an EPS of -$0.14, which was better than analysts' expectations of -$0.32, resulting in a positive surprise of over 56%. However, the stock still fell by 0.72% the next day, indicating mixed market sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on cost management to improve profitability.
Commitment to innovation in sustainable materials.
Plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are cautious as Dow continues to navigate a challenging market environment. Investors are looking for signs of recovery in profitability and sales growth.

Bull Case

If Dow can show strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround, attracting more investor interest.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet profitability expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and will it show a return to profitability?

A positive EPS could signal a recovery and boost investor confidence, while a negative result could raise concerns about ongoing challenges.

How is revenue growth trending in key markets?

Understanding revenue growth will help gauge demand for Dow's products and its competitive position in the market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Dow's potential for a turnaround, as recent cost-cutting measures and a focus on sustainable products could lead to improved margins.

Supporting Evidence

The last quarter's EPS surprise indicates better-than-expected cost management.

Options pricing suggests traders are anticipating significant movement, which could reflect underlying optimism.

Historical patterns show that Dow has a 50% chance of beating expectations, which could be higher given recent operational improvements.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the prevailing cautious outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis revolves around whether Dow can demonstrate a recovery in profitability and revenue growth amid market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating a strong recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.20 or worse would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.99%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.0% while DOW has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

50.3%

Calls (7.2M)P/C Ratio: 0.53Puts (1.0M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Dow beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.26% on average, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

If Dow misses earnings expectations, history indicates a potential drop of about 5.45%, reflecting continued investor caution.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
2Updates on demand trends in key markets and sectors.
3Any commentary on new product innovations or sustainability initiatives.
4Insights into operational efficiency improvements and their effects on profitability.

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Company Snapshot

Dow Inc. is a major player in the materials sector, specifically in commodity chemicals....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and capture market share, which is crucial for long-term success.

N/A

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

DOW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

-1629.11%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.60%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on cost management to improve profitability.
Commitment to innovation in sustainable materials.
Plans to enhance operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are cautious as Dow continues to navigate a challenging market environment. Investors are looking for signs of recovery in profitability and sales growth.

Bull Case

If Dow can show strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround, attracting more investor interest.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet profitability expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and will it show a return to profitability?

A positive EPS could signal a recovery and boost investor confidence, while a negative result could raise concerns about ongoing challenges.

How is revenue growth trending in key markets?

Understanding revenue growth will help gauge demand for Dow's products and its competitive position in the market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Dow's potential for a turnaround, as recent cost-cutting measures and a focus on sustainable products could lead to improved margins.

Supporting Evidence

The last quarter's EPS surprise indicates better-than-expected cost management.

Options pricing suggests traders are anticipating significant movement, which could reflect underlying optimism.

Historical patterns show that Dow has a 50% chance of beating expectations, which could be higher given recent operational improvements.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the prevailing cautious outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis revolves around whether Dow can demonstrate a recovery in profitability and revenue growth amid market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating a strong recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.20 or worse would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.99%

Historical Avg

±5.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.0% while DOW has averaged ±5.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

50.3%

Calls (7.2M)P/C Ratio: 0.53Puts (1.0M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Dow beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.26% on average, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

If Dow misses earnings expectations, history indicates a potential drop of about 5.45%, reflecting continued investor caution.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
2Updates on demand trends in key markets and sectors.
3Any commentary on new product innovations or sustainability initiatives.
4Insights into operational efficiency improvements and their effects on profitability.