Equity Profile

KGS

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc.

EnergyOil & Gas Equipment & Services$6.6B

May11Mon

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:00 AM EDT

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.0%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.59	$0.54	+10.28%
Revenue	—	$341M	—

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Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.0%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.59	$0.54	+10.28%
Revenue	—	$341M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Kodiak Gas Services reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which reflects positively on the company's profitability. However, the stock reaction remained flat at 0.0%, indicating that investors may have been cautious or awaiting further information. The lack of revenue figures and management commentary leaves some uncertainty about the company's overall performance and outlook.

Company Snapshot

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. (KGS) operates in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

$0.54

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

$341M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. (KGS) operates in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services. As a key player in this industry, Kodiak provides essential services that support energy production and infrastructure, making it significant in the ongoing energy transition and market dynamics.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-18.08%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.71%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Kodiak reported an EPS of $0.40, which was below the expected $0.53, resulting in a 3.19% stock increase the following day despite the miss. This trend of mixed results has raised questions about the company's growth trajectory.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Kodiak's upcoming earnings, expecting a rebound in EPS and revenue growth. However, past misses have created skepticism about the company's ability to meet or exceed expectations.

Bull Case

If Kodiak can deliver an EPS above the consensus estimate and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor sentiment.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.54

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

Revenue

$341M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Kodiak's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.54?

A beat on EPS would indicate improved profitability and could positively influence investor sentiment.

What revenue growth can Kodiak report compared to the consensus of $341M?

Strong revenue growth is crucial for demonstrating demand and operational effectiveness in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kodiak's ability to rebound from past earnings misses, as recent operational improvements could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 6.41% move, indicating heightened expectations for volatility.

Kodiak's historical performance shows that it has occasionally rebounded strongly after misses, suggesting potential for a surprise.

Analyst consensus may not fully account for recent operational efficiencies that could enhance profitability.

Key Risk

If Kodiak's revenue comes in above $355M, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Kodiak can overcome recent earnings misses and deliver solid growth in a volatile energy sector.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.60 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.44 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.41%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.4% while KGS has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

19.3%

Calls (22K)P/C Ratio: 0.08Puts (12K)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

104.31%

of float

Insider

0.71%

of float

Holders

385

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Blackrock Inc.
12,135,345 sh · $800.7M
14.13%
26.5%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kodiak beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.62%, confirming a positive trend.

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, with historical data indicating an average drop of 0.68% following such outcomes.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.
2Insights into demand trends for oil and gas services.
3Updates on any new contracts or partnerships.
4Management's outlook on the energy market for the remainder of the year.

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Company Snapshot

Kodiak Gas Services, Inc. (KGS) operates in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

$0.54

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

$341M

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

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-18.08%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.71%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Kodiak can deliver an EPS above the consensus estimate and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor sentiment.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.54

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and investor sentiment.

Revenue

$341M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Kodiak's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.54?

A beat on EPS would indicate improved profitability and could positively influence investor sentiment.

What revenue growth can Kodiak report compared to the consensus of $341M?

Strong revenue growth is crucial for demonstrating demand and operational effectiveness in a competitive market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kodiak's ability to rebound from past earnings misses, as recent operational improvements could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a 6.41% move, indicating heightened expectations for volatility.

Kodiak's historical performance shows that it has occasionally rebounded strongly after misses, suggesting potential for a surprise.

Analyst consensus may not fully account for recent operational efficiencies that could enhance profitability.

Key Risk

If Kodiak's revenue comes in above $355M, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Kodiak can overcome recent earnings misses and deliver solid growth in a volatile energy sector.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.60 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.44 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.41%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.4% while KGS has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

19.3%

Calls (22K)P/C Ratio: 0.08Puts (12K)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

104.31%

of float

Insider

0.71%

of float

Holders

385

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Blackrock Inc.
12,135,345 sh · $800.7M
14.13%
26.5%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kodiak beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.62%, confirming a positive trend.

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, with historical data indicating an average drop of 0.68% following such outcomes.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.
2Insights into demand trends for oil and gas services.
3Updates on any new contracts or partnerships.
4Management's outlook on the energy market for the remainder of the year.