Equity Profile

FIZZ

National Beverage Corp.

Consumer StaplesSoft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages$2.9B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company managed costs and sales.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining profitability.

N/A

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FIZZ Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. As consumer preferences shift towards healthier options, the company's performance in this space becomes increasingly relevant for investors.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, National Beverage Corp. reported an EPS of $0.44, but did not provide revenue estimates. The stock experienced a slight decline of 0.58% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious as there are no analyst estimates available, and the recent earnings history shows mixed results.

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved profitability, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if earnings fall short of expectations or the company fails to provide clear guidance, it could lead to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for this quarter?

EPS will be a critical indicator of the company's profitability and could influence investor sentiment significantly.

How is the company addressing market competition?

Understanding the company's strategy to maintain or grow its market share will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for National Beverage Corp. to capture market share in the health-conscious beverage segment, which has been growing rapidly.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent product launches have not been factored into current estimates.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, indicating potential for surprise.

The lack of analyst estimates may lead to an overly cautious market sentiment.

Key Risk

If the company shows strong revenue growth in the health-focused product lines, it could challenge current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently uncertain, and these EPS thresholds will help clarify the company's performance and outlook.

Bull Confirmed If

A strong EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would indicate significant challenges and confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.73%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±14.7% while FIZZ has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

22.4%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (400)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.7% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If the company beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock move of around +2.67%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a downside move, with historical data suggesting an average decline of around -1.59%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches in the health beverage category.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into consumer trends and how they are affecting sales.
4Management's outlook on competition and market share.
5Any commentary on supply chain challenges and their resolution.

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Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company managed costs and sales.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales, which is crucial for sustaining profitability.

N/A

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

FIZZ Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, National Beverage Corp. reported an EPS of $0.44, but did not provide revenue estimates. The stock experienced a slight decline of 0.58% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious as there are no analyst estimates available, and the recent earnings history shows mixed results.

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved profitability, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if earnings fall short of expectations or the company fails to provide clear guidance, it could lead to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for this quarter?

EPS will be a critical indicator of the company's profitability and could influence investor sentiment significantly.

How is the company addressing market competition?

Understanding the company's strategy to maintain or grow its market share will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for National Beverage Corp. to capture market share in the health-conscious beverage segment, which has been growing rapidly.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent product launches have not been factored into current estimates.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, indicating potential for surprise.

The lack of analyst estimates may lead to an overly cautious market sentiment.

Key Risk

If the company shows strong revenue growth in the health-focused product lines, it could challenge current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently uncertain, and these EPS thresholds will help clarify the company's performance and outlook.

Bull Confirmed If

A strong EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would indicate significant challenges and confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.73%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±14.7% while FIZZ has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

22.4%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (400)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If the company beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock move of around +2.67%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a downside move, with historical data suggesting an average decline of around -1.59%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches in the health beverage category.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into consumer trends and how they are affecting sales.
4Management's outlook on competition and market share.
5Any commentary on supply chain challenges and their resolution.