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FLY

Firefly Aerospace Inc.

IndustrialsAerospace & Defense$5.9B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:10 PM EDT

Firefly Aerospace Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.27%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.46	N/A	+7.44%
Revenue	—	N/A	—

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Firefly Aerospace Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.27%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.46	N/A	+7.44%
Revenue	—	N/A	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

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What It Means

Firefly Aerospace reported a narrower loss per share than expected, which is a positive sign for the company. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 1.27%. The lack of revenue figures and management commentary may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

Firefly Aerospace Inc. operates in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on developing launch vehicles for small satellites....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help investors gauge how well the company is managing its costs.

N/A

Revenue Growth

While specific revenue figures are not available, any growth in revenue would indicate increased demand for their services.

N/A

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Firefly Aerospace Inc. operates in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on developing launch vehicles for small satellites. As the demand for satellite launches grows, their technology and services are becoming increasingly important in the space industry.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-378.72%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.38%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Firefly Aerospace reported an EPS of -0.38, which was better than analysts' expectations of -0.48, leading to a slight stock decline the following day. The company continues to face challenges in achieving consistent profitability.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management has committed to improving cost efficiency.
They are focused on increasing their launch frequency.
Plans to enhance their technology offerings were mentioned.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed as Firefly Aerospace has shown a pattern of beating EPS estimates but still struggles with profitability. Investors are looking for signs of sustainable revenue growth.

Bull Case

If Firefly can demonstrate significant revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround and attract more investors.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to show progress in revenue or continues to post significant losses, it may lead to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What specific revenue growth can Firefly report this quarter?

This will be crucial for assessing the company's market demand and operational success.

How does management plan to address ongoing losses?

Understanding their strategy for profitability will be key for investor confidence moving forward.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Firefly's potential for revenue growth due to increasing demand for satellite launches, which could lead to a stronger than expected performance.

Supporting Evidence

Firefly has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating better-than-expected operational efficiency.

The aerospace sector is experiencing a boom in small satellite launches, which could benefit Firefly significantly.

Key Risk

If Firefly reports revenue growth that exceeds expectations, it could shift the market's perception of the company's potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around whether Firefly can turn its operational challenges into growth opportunities.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth of at least 10% quarter-over-quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

Continued losses exceeding $0.50 per share would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.2%

Historical Avg

±4.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of around 4.2%, indicating that investors expect some volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±14.3% while FLY has averaged ±4.0% over the last 4 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.6%

30d HV

109.7%

Calls (355K)P/C Ratio: 0.63Puts (441K)

Edge

Insider Activity

Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.

Bought

$0.00

0 sh

0 insiders

Sold

$169,607.84

3,766 sh

1 insider

Net

$169,607.84

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 1 open-market trade

General CounselWheeler David Leigh
$169,607.84

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Firefly beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise around 4.95% on the first day.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, expect a muted reaction with potential for slight declines.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a significant drop, with historical data suggesting an average decline of around 4.29%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or partnerships in satellite launches.
2Details on cost-cutting measures and their expected impact on profitability.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how Firefly plans to differentiate itself.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market demand.
5Any commentary on technological advancements in their launch vehicles.

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Company Snapshot

Firefly Aerospace Inc. operates in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on developing launch vehicles for small satellites....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS (Earnings Per Share)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help investors gauge how well the company is managing its costs.

N/A

Revenue Growth

While specific revenue figures are not available, any growth in revenue would indicate increased demand for their services.

N/A

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-378.72%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.38%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Management has committed to improving cost efficiency.
They are focused on increasing their launch frequency.
Plans to enhance their technology offerings were mentioned.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Firefly can demonstrate significant revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a turnaround and attract more investors.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to show progress in revenue or continues to post significant losses, it may lead to further declines in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What specific revenue growth can Firefly report this quarter?

This will be crucial for assessing the company's market demand and operational success.

How does management plan to address ongoing losses?

Understanding their strategy for profitability will be key for investor confidence moving forward.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Firefly's potential for revenue growth due to increasing demand for satellite launches, which could lead to a stronger than expected performance.

Supporting Evidence

Firefly has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating better-than-expected operational efficiency.

The aerospace sector is experiencing a boom in small satellite launches, which could benefit Firefly significantly.

Key Risk

If Firefly reports revenue growth that exceeds expectations, it could shift the market's perception of the company's potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around whether Firefly can turn its operational challenges into growth opportunities.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth of at least 10% quarter-over-quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

Continued losses exceeding $0.50 per share would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.2%

Historical Avg

±4.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of around 4.2%, indicating that investors expect some volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±14.3% while FLY has averaged ±4.0% over the last 4 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.6%

30d HV

109.7%

Calls (355K)P/C Ratio: 0.63Puts (441K)

Edge

Insider Activity

Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.

Bought

$0.00

0 sh

0 insiders

Sold

$169,607.84

3,766 sh

1 insider

Net

$169,607.84

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 1 open-market trade

General CounselWheeler David Leigh
$169,607.84

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Firefly beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise around 4.95% on the first day.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, expect a muted reaction with potential for slight declines.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a significant drop, with historical data suggesting an average decline of around 4.29%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or partnerships in satellite launches.
2Details on cost-cutting measures and their expected impact on profitability.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how Firefly plans to differentiate itself.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market demand.
5Any commentary on technological advancements in their launch vehicles.