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HII

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

IndustrialsAerospace & Defense$11.5B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market7:15 AM EDT

Huntington Ingalls Industries Beats on EPS, Stock Down 10.25%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$3.79	$3.73	+2.52%
Revenue	—	$3.0B	—

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Huntington Ingalls Industries Beats on EPS, Stock Down 10.25%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$3.79	$3.73	+2.52%
Revenue	—	$3.0B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Huntington Ingalls Industries reported better-than-expected earnings per share but did not provide revenue figures. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 10.25%, which may reflect investor concerns about the lack of revenue disclosure and future guidance.

Company Snapshot

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) is a leading provider of military shipbuilding and defense services in the aerospace and defense sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health.

$3.73

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for its products and services.

$3.0B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) is a leading provider of military shipbuilding and defense services in the aerospace and defense sector. With a market cap of $14 billion, the company plays a crucial role in national security and defense, which are significant themes in today's geopolitical landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.54%

Avg Stock Reaction

-7.05%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, HII reported an EPS of $4.04, exceeding estimates by 8.54%. However, the stock fell 10.59% the following day, indicating market concerns despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to maintaining strong defense contracts.
Plans to enhance workforce training and development.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect HII to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $3.73. The market is watching closely for any signs of sustained demand in defense spending.

Bull Case

If HII beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for defense contracts, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

If the company misses earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about future profitability and lead to a significant stock decline.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$3.73

Earnings per share is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health.

Revenue

$3.0B

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for its products and services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $3.73?

A beat on EPS could reinforce confidence in HII's operational strength and ability to generate profits.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue can significantly impact investor sentiment and stock performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HII's ability to capitalize on increased defense budgets, especially given recent geopolitical tensions.

Supporting Evidence

Recent earnings beats suggest stronger operational performance than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a move that may not fully reflect potential upside from defense contracts.

The company's strong historical performance in defense contracts may not be fully appreciated.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly outpaces expectations, it could challenge the cautious consensus view.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether HII can sustain its recent earnings momentum amid fluctuating defense spending.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $4.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.47 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.25%

Historical Avg

±10.7%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings report, suggesting heightened volatility expectations.

Options are pricing ±10.0% while HII has averaged ±10.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

32.1%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 0.78Puts (13K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HII beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of +2.2% the following day, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around -22.24% based on historical patterns, indicating significant market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new defense contracts or government spending initiatives.
2Details on operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Management's outlook on future defense spending trends.
4Insights into workforce development and training initiatives.
5Comments on supply chain stability and its impact on production.

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Company Snapshot

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) is a leading provider of military shipbuilding and defense services in the aerospace and defense sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health.

$3.73

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for its products and services.

$3.0B

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

+7.54%

Avg Stock Reaction

-7.05%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, HII reported an EPS of $4.04, exceeding estimates by 8.54%. However, the stock fell 10.59% the following day, indicating market concerns despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to maintaining strong defense contracts.
Plans to enhance workforce training and development.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect HII to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $3.73. The market is watching closely for any signs of sustained demand in defense spending.

Bull Case

If HII beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for defense contracts, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

If the company misses earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about future profitability and lead to a significant stock decline.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$3.73

Earnings per share is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health.

Revenue

$3.0B

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for its products and services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $3.73?

A beat on EPS could reinforce confidence in HII's operational strength and ability to generate profits.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue can significantly impact investor sentiment and stock performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HII's ability to capitalize on increased defense budgets, especially given recent geopolitical tensions.

Supporting Evidence

Recent earnings beats suggest stronger operational performance than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a move that may not fully reflect potential upside from defense contracts.

The company's strong historical performance in defense contracts may not be fully appreciated.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly outpaces expectations, it could challenge the cautious consensus view.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether HII can sustain its recent earnings momentum amid fluctuating defense spending.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $4.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.47 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.25%

Historical Avg

±10.7%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings report, suggesting heightened volatility expectations.

Options are pricing ±10.0% while HII has averaged ±10.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

32.1%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 0.78Puts (13K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HII beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of +2.2% the following day, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around -22.24% based on historical patterns, indicating significant market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new defense contracts or government spending initiatives.
2Details on operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Management's outlook on future defense spending trends.
4Insights into workforce development and training initiatives.
5Comments on supply chain stability and its impact on production.