Equity Profile

GTLS

Chart Industries, Inc.

IndustrialsIndustrial Machinery & Supplies & Components$9.9B

May11Mon

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

Chart Industries Misses on EPS, Stock Up 0.17%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.36	$1.99	-116.64%
Revenue	—	$1.1B	—

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Chart Industries Misses on EPS, Stock Up 0.17%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.36	$1.99	-116.64%
Revenue	—	$1.1B	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record for the earnings call, and the analysis is based solely on the numerical results.

What It Means

Chart Industries reported a significant earnings miss, with an EPS of -$0.36 compared to the expected $1.99. Despite this, the stock saw a slight increase of 0.17%, which may indicate that investors were not overly surprised by the results. The lack of revenue information and guidance leaves uncertainty about future performance.

Company Snapshot

Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) is a leading manufacturer of equipment used in the industrial gas and energy sectors....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$1.99

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

$1.1B

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

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Context

Company Snapshot

Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) is a leading manufacturer of equipment used in the industrial gas and energy sectors. The company plays a crucial role in providing solutions for energy transition and sustainability, which are increasingly important themes in today's industrial landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-30.16%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.79%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Chart Industries reported an EPS of $2.51, which was significantly below analysts' expectations of $3.48, resulting in a 27.83% surprise. The stock reacted slightly negatively the following day, indicating investor disappointment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management emphasized a focus on improving operational efficiencies.
They committed to exploring new markets for growth.
The company indicated plans to enhance its product offerings to meet evolving customer needs.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Chart Industries' upcoming earnings, with expectations for EPS of $1.99 and revenue of $1.1 billion. However, given the recent earnings misses, there is a level of skepticism regarding whether these targets can be met.

Bull Case

If Chart Industries can exceed the EPS estimate and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround in performance and restore investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and heightened concerns about its operational challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.99

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$1.1B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Chart Industries achieve an EPS of $1.99 or higher?

This number is crucial as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to recovery after recent earnings misses.

What are the revenue figures for this quarter, and how do they compare to the $1.1 billion consensus?

Revenue performance is essential for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may be underestimating Chart Industries' potential for a strong rebound, particularly given the recent focus on energy transition solutions.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a solid pipeline of new products aimed at sustainability, which could drive unexpected revenue growth.

Past earnings misses may have created a low bar for expectations, allowing for a potential surprise.

Options pricing suggests a limited move, indicating that the market may not be fully pricing in the potential for a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If the company reports significantly higher revenue than the $1.1 billion consensus, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will provide insights into the company's ability to rebound from previous misses and meet market expectations.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.80 or lower would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about ongoing operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.39%

Historical Avg

±7.3%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing a modest move around the earnings report, suggesting that investors are anticipating a relatively stable reaction.

Options are pricing ±1.4% while GTLS has averaged ±7.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

2.1%

Calls (2K)P/C Ratio: 0.25Puts (500)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing cheap setup in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 18 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 12 of 18 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 7.1%, with a raw directional average of +2.3% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Chart Industries beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 12.20%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction, reflecting ongoing investor caution.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 2.40%, further eroding investor confidence and raising concerns about the company's operational health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches related to energy transition.
2Details on operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.
3Insights into market demand trends in the industrial gas sector.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market expansion.
5Responses to how the company plans to address recent earnings misses.

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Company Snapshot

Chart Industries, Inc. (GTLS) is a leading manufacturer of equipment used in the industrial gas and energy sectors....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$1.99

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

$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

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-30.16%

Avg Stock Reaction

+2.79%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Management emphasized a focus on improving operational efficiencies.
They committed to exploring new markets for growth.
The company indicated plans to enhance its product offerings to meet evolving customer needs.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Chart Industries can exceed the EPS estimate and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround in performance and restore investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and heightened concerns about its operational challenges.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.99

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$1.1B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Chart Industries achieve an EPS of $1.99 or higher?

This number is crucial as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to recovery after recent earnings misses.

What are the revenue figures for this quarter, and how do they compare to the $1.1 billion consensus?

Revenue performance is essential for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may be underestimating Chart Industries' potential for a strong rebound, particularly given the recent focus on energy transition solutions.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a solid pipeline of new products aimed at sustainability, which could drive unexpected revenue growth.

Past earnings misses may have created a low bar for expectations, allowing for a potential surprise.

Options pricing suggests a limited move, indicating that the market may not be fully pricing in the potential for a positive surprise.

Key Risk

If the company reports significantly higher revenue than the $1.1 billion consensus, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will provide insights into the company's ability to rebound from previous misses and meet market expectations.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $2.10 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.80 or lower would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about ongoing operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±1.39%

Historical Avg

±7.3%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing a modest move around the earnings report, suggesting that investors are anticipating a relatively stable reaction.

Options are pricing ±1.4% while GTLS has averaged ±7.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

2.1%

Calls (2K)P/C Ratio: 0.25Puts (500)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing cheap setup in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 18 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Chart Industries beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 12.20%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction, reflecting ongoing investor caution.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 2.40%, further eroding investor confidence and raising concerns about the company's operational health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches related to energy transition.
2Details on operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.
3Insights into market demand trends in the industrial gas sector.
4Management's outlook on future revenue growth and market expansion.
5Responses to how the company plans to address recent earnings misses.