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HE

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc.

UtilitiesElectric Utilities$2.3B

Aug13Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (HE) operates in the utilities sector, providing electric utility services in Hawaii....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its customer base and improve service offerings, crucial for long-term sustainability.

N/A

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HE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (HE) operates in the utilities sector, providing electric utility services in Hawaii. As a major player in the state's energy landscape, it plays a critical role in supporting local communities and transitioning to renewable energy sources.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-25.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.98%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Hawaiian Electric reported an EPS of $0.18, but there was no surprise against estimates. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 3.83% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Hawaiian Electric's upcoming earnings, with a focus on how the company is managing costs and transitioning to renewable energy.

Bull Case

If Hawaiian Electric shows strong revenue growth and improved EPS, it could signal effective management and a solid strategy for future expansion.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing earnings or fails to provide clear guidance on future growth, it may lead to further stock declines.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and any significant deviation from expectations could impact investor sentiment.

How is Hawaiian Electric managing its transition to renewable energy?

The company's strategy on renewable energy is vital for long-term growth and sustainability, especially given the increasing focus on environmental issues.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Hawaiian Electric's ability to manage costs effectively during the transition to renewable energy, which could lead to better-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

The historical trend shows that Hawaiian Electric has often surprised on the upside despite market skepticism.

Options pricing indicates a significant expected move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility that could favor the stock.

Recent regulatory changes may provide Hawaiian Electric with opportunities to enhance profitability.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS significantly above expectations, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on profitability and growth strategies, particularly in the context of rising energy costs and regulatory pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.25 or higher would confirm strong profitability and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.15 would indicate potential challenges in profitability and could lead to further stock declines.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.23%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±18.2% while HE has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

28.8%

Calls (26K)P/C Ratio: 0.06Puts (9K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 30 (23%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Utilities in the last 2 years. 23 of 30 (77%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 1.5%, with a raw directional average of -0.7% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Hawaiian Electric beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.29%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is given, the stock may remain stable, reflecting uncertainty among investors.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.91%, indicating investor disappointment and potential concerns about future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on renewable energy initiatives and their impact on costs.
2Details on customer growth and retention strategies.
3Insights into regulatory changes affecting the utility sector.
4Management's outlook on energy pricing and its implications for future earnings.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.

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Company Snapshot

Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. (HE) operates in the utilities sector, providing electric utility services in Hawaii....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its customer base and improve service offerings, crucial for long-term sustainability.

N/A

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

HE Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-25.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.98%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Hawaiian Electric reported an EPS of $0.18, but there was no surprise against estimates. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 3.83% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Hawaiian Electric's upcoming earnings, with a focus on how the company is managing costs and transitioning to renewable energy.

Bull Case

If Hawaiian Electric shows strong revenue growth and improved EPS, it could signal effective management and a solid strategy for future expansion.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing earnings or fails to provide clear guidance on future growth, it may lead to further stock declines.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and any significant deviation from expectations could impact investor sentiment.

How is Hawaiian Electric managing its transition to renewable energy?

The company's strategy on renewable energy is vital for long-term growth and sustainability, especially given the increasing focus on environmental issues.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Hawaiian Electric's ability to manage costs effectively during the transition to renewable energy, which could lead to better-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

The historical trend shows that Hawaiian Electric has often surprised on the upside despite market skepticism.

Options pricing indicates a significant expected move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility that could favor the stock.

Recent regulatory changes may provide Hawaiian Electric with opportunities to enhance profitability.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS significantly above expectations, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is focused on profitability and growth strategies, particularly in the context of rising energy costs and regulatory pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.25 or higher would confirm strong profitability and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.15 would indicate potential challenges in profitability and could lead to further stock declines.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.23%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±18.2% while HE has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

28.8%

Calls (26K)P/C Ratio: 0.06Puts (9K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 30 (23%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Hawaiian Electric beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.29%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious commentary is given, the stock may remain stable, reflecting uncertainty among investors.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 1.91%, indicating investor disappointment and potential concerns about future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on renewable energy initiatives and their impact on costs.
2Details on customer growth and retention strategies.
3Insights into regulatory changes affecting the utility sector.
4Management's outlook on energy pricing and its implications for future earnings.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.