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GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc.

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market7:00 AM EDT

GlobalFoundries Beats on EPS, Stock Up 9.28%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.40	$0.35	+50.38%
Revenue	—	$1.6B	—

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GlobalFoundries Beats on EPS, Stock Up 9.28%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.40	$0.35	+50.38%
Revenue	—	$1.6B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

GlobalFoundries reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which likely contributed to the stock's 9.28% increase. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance. Investors may view the EPS beat as a positive sign for the company's profitability.

Company Snapshot

GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. is a leading semiconductor manufacturer that plays a crucial role in producing chips for various industries, including technology and automotive....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.35

Revenue

Revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is critical for assessing growth.

$1.6B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. is a leading semiconductor manufacturer that plays a crucial role in producing chips for various industries, including technology and automotive. As demand for advanced chips continues to rise, especially with trends like AI and cloud computing, the company's performance is closely watched by investors.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+52.35%

Avg Stock Reaction

+3.68%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, GLOBALFOUNDRIES reported an EPS of $0.55, significantly exceeding expectations of $0.39, marking a 41% surprise. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 16% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate in semiconductor technology.
Expand production capacity to meet rising demand.
Focus on improving operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect GLOBALFOUNDRIES to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.35 and revenue of $1.6B. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates.

Bull Case

If the company maintains its momentum and exceeds EPS estimates, it could signal strong demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about future growth, negatively impacting the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.35

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$1.6B

Revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is critical for assessing growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.35?

Given the company's history of beating estimates, a strong EPS could reinforce investor confidence in its growth trajectory.

What guidance will management provide for future revenue?

Future revenue guidance will be critical in assessing the company's outlook and could significantly impact stock performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent technological advancements and increased demand in the semiconductor sector, leading to stronger-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent performance has consistently exceeded expectations, indicating robust demand.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, hinting at potential surprises.

Insider selling could reflect individual strategies rather than company performance concerns.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current consensus outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is crucial as it will either validate the company's growth narrative or raise concerns about its future.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.37 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.35 could indicate weakening demand or operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.27%

Historical Avg

±8.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±15.5% while GFS has averaged ±8.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.1%

30d HV

55.1%

Calls (829K)P/C Ratio: 0.32Puts (268K)

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

$398,953.00

7,300 sh

3 insiders

Net

$398,953.00

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 5 open-market trades

Chief Business OfficerHogan Michael James
$116,958.00

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If GLOBALFOUNDRIES beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.4%, confirming bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report with cautious commentary may lead to a muted reaction as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

A miss could result in a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 2.7%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production capacity expansion plans.
2Insights into demand trends for semiconductor products.
3Management's commentary on competitive positioning.
4Details on cost management and operational efficiencies.
5Future guidance on revenue expectations.

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Company Snapshot

GLOBALFOUNDRIES Inc. is a leading semiconductor manufacturer that plays a crucial role in producing chips for various industries, including technology and automotive....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.35

Revenue

Revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is critical for assessing growth.

$1.6B

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

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+52.35%

Avg Stock Reaction

+3.68%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, GLOBALFOUNDRIES reported an EPS of $0.55, significantly exceeding expectations of $0.39, marking a 41% surprise. The stock reacted positively, gaining over 16% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate in semiconductor technology.
Expand production capacity to meet rising demand.
Focus on improving operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect GLOBALFOUNDRIES to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.35 and revenue of $1.6B. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates.

Bull Case

If the company maintains its momentum and exceeds EPS estimates, it could signal strong demand for its products, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about future growth, negatively impacting the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.35

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$1.6B

Revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is critical for assessing growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.35?

Given the company's history of beating estimates, a strong EPS could reinforce investor confidence in its growth trajectory.

What guidance will management provide for future revenue?

Future revenue guidance will be critical in assessing the company's outlook and could significantly impact stock performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent technological advancements and increased demand in the semiconductor sector, leading to stronger-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent performance has consistently exceeded expectations, indicating robust demand.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, hinting at potential surprises.

Insider selling could reflect individual strategies rather than company performance concerns.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current consensus outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is crucial as it will either validate the company's growth narrative or raise concerns about its future.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.37 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.35 could indicate weakening demand or operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.27%

Historical Avg

±8.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±15.5% while GFS has averaged ±8.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.1%

30d HV

55.1%

Calls (829K)P/C Ratio: 0.32Puts (268K)

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

$398,953.00

7,300 sh

3 insiders

Net

$398,953.00

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 5 open-market trades

Chief Business OfficerHogan Michael James
$116,958.00

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If GLOBALFOUNDRIES beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.4%, confirming bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report with cautious commentary may lead to a muted reaction as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

A miss could result in a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 2.7%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production capacity expansion plans.
2Insights into demand trends for semiconductor products.
3Management's commentary on competitive positioning.
4Details on cost management and operational efficiencies.
5Future guidance on revenue expectations.