Equity Profile

HII

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

IndustrialsAerospace & Defense$11.5B

Jul30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

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

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the defense sector.

N/A

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HII Q2-2026 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 $12 billion, the company plays a crucial role in national security and defense, particularly as global tensions and military spending continue to rise.

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 Q1-2026, HII reported an EPS of $3.79, exceeding estimates by 2.52%. However, the stock fell by 10.25% the following day, reflecting market concerns despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall expectations for HII are mixed, with investors looking for strong earnings but wary of potential volatility in stock price following earnings announcements.

Bull Case

If HII can deliver strong EPS and revenue growth, it may signal robust demand for defense services, leading to increased investor confidence and stock price appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to significant stock declines, especially given the recent history of post-earnings drops.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be a critical indicator of profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What updates can management provide on new defense contracts?

New contracts are vital for future revenue and growth, and any delays or losses could negatively impact the stock.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating HII's ability to secure new defense contracts, especially given recent geopolitical tensions that could drive increased military spending.

Supporting Evidence

HII's recent EPS surprises indicate strong operational efficiency that may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

The options market is pricing a 10.72% move, suggesting that significant volatility is expected, which could indicate underlying uncertainty not captured in consensus.

Key Risk

If new contract announcements exceed expectations, it could invalidate the current cautious outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating HII's ability to maintain profitability amidst fluctuating defense budgets and competition.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $4.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.50 would raise concerns about profitability and future growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.72%

Historical Avg

±10.7%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

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

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

41.5%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 1.59Puts (6K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 24 (25%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 18 of 24 (75%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.8%, with a raw directional average of +1.9% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HII beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 6.9%, confirming strong demand in the defense sector.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss could lead to a significant drop, with history suggesting an average decline of around 22.24% following earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on the outlook for defense spending in light of recent geopolitical events.
2Updates on the status of current contracts and any new contracts secured.
3Management's perspective on operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Insights into competitive positioning within the defense sector.

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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

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the defense sector.

N/A

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

HII Q2-2026 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 Q1-2026, HII reported an EPS of $3.79, exceeding estimates by 2.52%. However, the stock fell by 10.25% the following day, reflecting market concerns despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall expectations for HII are mixed, with investors looking for strong earnings but wary of potential volatility in stock price following earnings announcements.

Bull Case

If HII can deliver strong EPS and revenue growth, it may signal robust demand for defense services, leading to increased investor confidence and stock price appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to significant stock declines, especially given the recent history of post-earnings drops.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be a critical indicator of profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What updates can management provide on new defense contracts?

New contracts are vital for future revenue and growth, and any delays or losses could negatively impact the stock.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating HII's ability to secure new defense contracts, especially given recent geopolitical tensions that could drive increased military spending.

Supporting Evidence

HII's recent EPS surprises indicate strong operational efficiency that may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

The options market is pricing a 10.72% move, suggesting that significant volatility is expected, which could indicate underlying uncertainty not captured in consensus.

Key Risk

If new contract announcements exceed expectations, it could invalidate the current cautious outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating HII's ability to maintain profitability amidst fluctuating defense budgets and competition.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $4.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $3.50 would raise concerns about profitability and future growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.72%

Historical Avg

±10.7%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility around the earnings report.

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

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

41.5%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 1.59Puts (6K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 24 (25%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HII beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 6.9%, confirming strong demand in the defense sector.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss could lead to a significant drop, with history suggesting an average decline of around 22.24% following earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on the outlook for defense spending in light of recent geopolitical events.
2Updates on the status of current contracts and any new contracts secured.
3Management's perspective on operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Insights into competitive positioning within the defense sector.