Equity Profile

DXPE

DXP Enterprises, Inc.

IndustrialsTrading Companies & Distributors$2.4B

Aug5Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

DXP Enterprises, Inc. is a distributor of products and services for various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, and transportation....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well DXP has managed costs and revenue this quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate demand for DXP's products and services, reflecting overall market conditions in the industrial sector.

N/A

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DXPE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

DXP Enterprises, Inc. is a distributor of products and services for various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, and transportation. With a market cap of $2 billion, the company plays a crucial role in supplying essential equipment and services that support industrial operations.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.20%

Avg Stock Reaction

-5.46%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, DXP reported an EPS of $1.22, falling short of estimates by 11.59%. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 17.35% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautious heading into this earnings report due to DXP's recent performance, with a history of missing estimates. The market is looking for signs of recovery and improved profitability.

Bull Case

If DXP can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround in performance, leading to positive investor sentiment.

Bear Case

Continued misses on earnings and revenue could further erode investor confidence, leading to a significant drop in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the recent misses, the market will closely watch if DXP can meet or exceed EPS expectations to regain investor confidence.

How has revenue growth trended in the current quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing demand and operational efficiency, which will influence future performance expectations.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be overly pessimistic about DXP's ability to recover, given its recent performance. There are signs that operational efficiencies could improve margins significantly.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in a 20.2% move, indicating expectations for a significant reaction, which may not align with historical performance.

Past earnings reactions show that even small beats can lead to positive stock movements, suggesting potential upside.

Insider activity has been stable, indicating no major sell-off or lack of confidence from management.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in above $1.40, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter hinges on whether DXP can demonstrate a turnaround in profitability and revenue growth after recent disappointments.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.40 or higher would indicate a strong recovery and improved operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.10 would confirm ongoing struggles and could lead to further stock declines.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±20.2%

Historical Avg

±6.7%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±20.2% while DXPE has averaged ±6.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

72.1%

Calls (0)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (100)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich setup in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 12 of 30 (40%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 12 of 30 faded and 18 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 6.5%, with a raw directional average of +1.3% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If DXP beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 3.1%, confirming a positive shift in performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience limited movement as investors reassess future growth.

Miss

If DXP misses earnings expectations again, history suggests a decline of about 17.54%, reinforcing negative sentiment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
2Insights into demand trends in key sectors served by DXP.
3Comments on supply chain stability and its effect on operations.
4Future guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
5Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive landscape.

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Company Snapshot

DXP Enterprises, Inc. is a distributor of products and services for various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, manufacturing, and transportation....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well DXP has managed costs and revenue this quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate demand for DXP's products and services, reflecting overall market conditions in the industrial sector.

N/A

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

DXPE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.20%

Avg Stock Reaction

-5.46%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, DXP reported an EPS of $1.22, falling short of estimates by 11.59%. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 17.35% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautious heading into this earnings report due to DXP's recent performance, with a history of missing estimates. The market is looking for signs of recovery and improved profitability.

Bull Case

If DXP can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround in performance, leading to positive investor sentiment.

Bear Case

Continued misses on earnings and revenue could further erode investor confidence, leading to a significant drop in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for this quarter, and how does it compare to previous quarters?

Given the recent misses, the market will closely watch if DXP can meet or exceed EPS expectations to regain investor confidence.

How has revenue growth trended in the current quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing demand and operational efficiency, which will influence future performance expectations.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be overly pessimistic about DXP's ability to recover, given its recent performance. There are signs that operational efficiencies could improve margins significantly.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in a 20.2% move, indicating expectations for a significant reaction, which may not align with historical performance.

Past earnings reactions show that even small beats can lead to positive stock movements, suggesting potential upside.

Insider activity has been stable, indicating no major sell-off or lack of confidence from management.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in above $1.40, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter hinges on whether DXP can demonstrate a turnaround in profitability and revenue growth after recent disappointments.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.40 or higher would indicate a strong recovery and improved operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.10 would confirm ongoing struggles and could lead to further stock declines.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±20.2%

Historical Avg

±6.7%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±20.2% while DXPE has averaged ±6.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

72.1%

Calls (0)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (100)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich setup in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 12 of 30 (40%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If DXP beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 3.1%, confirming a positive shift in performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but cautious commentary is provided, the stock may experience limited movement as investors reassess future growth.

Miss

If DXP misses earnings expectations again, history suggests a decline of about 17.54%, reinforcing negative sentiment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
2Insights into demand trends in key sectors served by DXP.
3Comments on supply chain stability and its effect on operations.
4Future guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
5Management's outlook on market conditions and competitive landscape.