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HPQ

HP Inc.

Information TechnologyTechnology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals$28.6B

Aug26Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ3-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

HP Inc. is a leading technology company known for its printers, PCs, and other hardware solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well HP is managing costs and generating income.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and adapt to changing consumer demands.

N/A

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

HPQ Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

HP Inc. is a leading technology company known for its printers, PCs, and other hardware solutions. As a key player in the Information Technology sector, HP is influenced by trends in consumer spending and the ongoing digital transformation across industries.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

+1.49%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.66%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2 2026, HP reported an EPS of $0.86, exceeding expectations by 20.11%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.34% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about HP's upcoming earnings report, especially after a strong performance last quarter.

Bull Case

If HP continues to beat EPS expectations, it could signal robust demand for its products and a strong market position.

Bear Case

Conversely, any signs of declining revenue or profit margins could raise concerns about HP's competitiveness in a challenging market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter?

EPS is a key indicator of HP's profitability and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

How is HP addressing competition in the printer and PC markets?

Understanding HP's strategy in a competitive landscape will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HP's ability to innovate in its product lines, especially in the face of rising competition.

Supporting Evidence

HP's recent product launches have shown promise in capturing market interest.

The company's strong cash flow position allows for continued investment in R&D.

Options pricing suggests a higher volatility expectation than historical averages, indicating potential for a significant move.

Key Risk

If HP's product innovation leads to unexpected revenue growth, it could challenge current market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining HP's ability to sustain growth amidst competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.75 would indicate potential struggles in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.43%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±11.4% while HPQ has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

63.8%

Calls (2.7M)P/C Ratio: 0.29Puts (1.0M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HP beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.32%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors digest management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.30%, reflecting investor disappointment in HP's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Details on cost management strategies and their effect on profit margins.
3Insights into market share changes in the printer and PC segments.
4Management's outlook on consumer demand trends for the upcoming quarters.
5Responses to competitive pressures and how HP plans to address them.

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Company Snapshot

HP Inc. is a leading technology company known for its printers, PCs, and other hardware solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well HP is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and adapt to changing consumer demands.

N/A

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

HPQ Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

+1.49%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.66%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2 2026, HP reported an EPS of $0.86, exceeding expectations by 20.11%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.34% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about HP's upcoming earnings report, especially after a strong performance last quarter.

Bull Case

If HP continues to beat EPS expectations, it could signal robust demand for its products and a strong market position.

Bear Case

Conversely, any signs of declining revenue or profit margins could raise concerns about HP's competitiveness in a challenging market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter?

EPS is a key indicator of HP's profitability and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

How is HP addressing competition in the printer and PC markets?

Understanding HP's strategy in a competitive landscape will be crucial for assessing future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HP's ability to innovate in its product lines, especially in the face of rising competition.

Supporting Evidence

HP's recent product launches have shown promise in capturing market interest.

The company's strong cash flow position allows for continued investment in R&D.

Options pricing suggests a higher volatility expectation than historical averages, indicating potential for a significant move.

Key Risk

If HP's product innovation leads to unexpected revenue growth, it could challenge current market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining HP's ability to sustain growth amidst competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.75 would indicate potential struggles in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.43%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±11.4% while HPQ has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

63.8%

Calls (2.7M)P/C Ratio: 0.29Puts (1.0M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HP beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.32%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may react neutrally as investors digest management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.30%, reflecting investor disappointment in HP's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Details on cost management strategies and their effect on profit margins.
3Insights into market share changes in the printer and PC segments.
4Management's outlook on consumer demand trends for the upcoming quarters.
5Responses to competitive pressures and how HP plans to address them.