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GNRC

Generac Holdings Inc.

IndustrialsElectrical Components & Equipment$15.4B

Apr29Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:00 AM EDT

Generac Holdings Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 14.56%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.80	$1.33	+35.24%
Revenue	N/A	$1.1B	N/A

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Generac Holdings Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 14.56%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.80	$1.33	+35.24%
Revenue	N/A	$1.1B	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Cautiously Optimistic

Overall, management expressed a positive outlook on demand trends. However, they acknowledged challenges in the supply chain that could impact future performance.

Management highlighted strong demand for their products despite ongoing supply chain challenges.

They emphasized their commitment to innovation and expanding their market presence.

What It Means

Generac's strong EPS performance indicates better-than-expected profitability, which likely fueled the stock's 14.56% increase. The company is experiencing strong demand, but ongoing supply chain issues remain a concern. Investors may view the earnings beat as a positive sign for future growth, despite the lack of revenue data and guidance.

Company Snapshot

Generac Holdings Inc. is a leading manufacturer of energy solutions, primarily known for its backup power generation systems....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a crucial measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.33

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into sales performance and market demand for Generac's products, particularly in the context of recent economic conditions.

$1.1B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Generac Holdings Inc. is a leading manufacturer of energy solutions, primarily known for its backup power generation systems. As a key player in the industrial sector, it benefits from growing demand for reliable energy solutions amid increasing weather-related disruptions and power outages.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+11.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

+7.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Generac reported an EPS of $1.61, which was below analysts' expectations of $1.81, resulting in a negative surprise of 11.2%. Despite this miss, the stock rose by nearly 18% the following day, indicating some investor optimism.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Generac's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a modest recovery in EPS and revenue. However, the company has faced challenges in meeting previous estimates, which could weigh on investor sentiment.

Bull Case

If Generac can exceed the EPS estimate of $1.33 and show strong revenue growth, it may signal a rebound in demand and operational efficiency, potentially boosting the stock price.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could raise concerns about its ability to navigate market challenges, leading to a negative reaction from investors.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.33

Earnings per share is a crucial measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$1.1B

Revenue figures will provide insight into sales performance and market demand for Generac's products, particularly in the context of recent economic conditions.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Generac achieve an EPS above $1.33?

This figure is critical as it will indicate the company's profitability and ability to meet market expectations.

What revenue growth can we expect relative to the $1.1B consensus?

Revenue performance is essential for assessing market demand and the company's operational health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Generac's ability to rebound from recent challenges, as the demand for backup power solutions remains strong amid increasing climate-related power outages.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 10.47% move, indicating higher expected volatility than the historical average of 7.18%.

Generac has a 75% EPS beat rate historically, suggesting a tendency to outperform expectations.

Recent trends in energy demand may not be fully reflected in analyst estimates, potentially leading to a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If Generac's revenue exceeds $1.1B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Generac can recover from recent earnings misses and demonstrate growth in a competitive environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.40 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $1.1B, would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.20 and revenue below $1.0B would suggest ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.47%

Historical Avg

±8.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±10.0% while GNRC has averaged ±8.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.4%

30d HV

41.0%

Calls (95K)P/C Ratio: 1.07Puts (49K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Generac beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.73%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 6.52%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on demand trends for backup power solutions.
2Insights into supply chain challenges and their impact on production.
3Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market conditions.
4Details on cost management strategies and operational efficiencies.
5Any commentary on competitive dynamics in the energy solutions market.

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Company Snapshot

Generac Holdings Inc. is a leading manufacturer of energy solutions, primarily known for its backup power generation systems....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a crucial measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.33

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into sales performance and market demand for Generac's products, particularly in the context of recent economic conditions.

$1.1B

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

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+11.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

+7.25%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Generac can exceed the EPS estimate of $1.33 and show strong revenue growth, it may signal a rebound in demand and operational efficiency, potentially boosting the stock price.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could raise concerns about its ability to navigate market challenges, leading to a negative reaction from investors.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.33

Earnings per share is a crucial measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$1.1B

Revenue figures will provide insight into sales performance and market demand for Generac's products, particularly in the context of recent economic conditions.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Generac achieve an EPS above $1.33?

This figure is critical as it will indicate the company's profitability and ability to meet market expectations.

What revenue growth can we expect relative to the $1.1B consensus?

Revenue performance is essential for assessing market demand and the company's operational health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Generac's ability to rebound from recent challenges, as the demand for backup power solutions remains strong amid increasing climate-related power outages.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 10.47% move, indicating higher expected volatility than the historical average of 7.18%.

Generac has a 75% EPS beat rate historically, suggesting a tendency to outperform expectations.

Recent trends in energy demand may not be fully reflected in analyst estimates, potentially leading to a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If Generac's revenue exceeds $1.1B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Generac can recover from recent earnings misses and demonstrate growth in a competitive environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.40 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $1.1B, would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.20 and revenue below $1.0B would suggest ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.47%

Historical Avg

±8.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±10.0% while GNRC has averaged ±8.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.4%

30d HV

41.0%

Calls (95K)P/C Ratio: 1.07Puts (49K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Generac beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.73%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 6.52%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on demand trends for backup power solutions.
2Insights into supply chain challenges and their impact on production.
3Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market conditions.
4Details on cost management strategies and operational efficiencies.
5Any commentary on competitive dynamics in the energy solutions market.