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MarketAxess Holdings Inc.

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:30 AM EDT

MarketAxess Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.57%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$2.25	$2.15	+4.70%
Revenue	—	$232M	—

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MarketAxess Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.57%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$2.25	$2.15	+4.70%
Revenue	—	$232M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

MarketAxess reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which likely contributed to the stock's 2.57% increase. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance. Investors may view the EPS beat positively, but the lack of revenue data could raise questions about future growth.

Company Snapshot

MarketAxess Holdings Inc. operates in the financial sector, specifically focusing on electronic trading platforms for fixed-income securities....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$2.15

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

$232M

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

MarketAxess Holdings Inc. operates in the financial sector, specifically focusing on electronic trading platforms for fixed-income securities. As a leader in this niche, it plays a crucial role in enhancing market efficiency and transparency, which is increasingly important in today's evolving financial landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

-6.23%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.24%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, MarketAxess reported an EPS of $1.68, slightly beating expectations. However, the stock experienced a minor decline the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect MarketAxess to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $2.15. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates, which could lead to positive market reactions.

Bull Case

If MarketAxess continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational performance and investor confidence, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the recent volatility in the market.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.15

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$232M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.15?

A beat on EPS could reinforce investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance is critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the company's ability to leverage recent market trends for growth, particularly in electronic trading.

Supporting Evidence

MarketAxess has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger-than-expected performance.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that volatility may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS significantly above $2.15, it could challenge the current market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it will reflect the company's ability to navigate market conditions and meet investor expectations.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.20 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.08 would indicate potential challenges in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.66%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.1% while MKTX has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

25.3%

Calls (9K)P/C Ratio: 0.55Puts (15K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MarketAxess beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest decline of around 0.93% on the day, but a strong outlook could stabilize investor sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line result may lead to muted reactions, with the stock potentially moving sideways as investors assess management's commentary.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 0.32%, which could raise concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new client acquisitions or partnerships.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and trading volumes.
3Insights into competitive pressures in the electronic trading space.
4Future guidance on revenue growth and market expansion strategies.

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Company Snapshot

MarketAxess Holdings Inc. operates in the financial sector, specifically focusing on electronic trading platforms for fixed-income securities....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$2.15

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

$232M

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

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

-6.23%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.24%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, MarketAxess reported an EPS of $1.68, slightly beating expectations. However, the stock experienced a minor decline the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If MarketAxess continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational performance and investor confidence, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the recent volatility in the market.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.15

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$232M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain clients in a competitive market.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.15?

A beat on EPS could reinforce investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance is critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the company's ability to leverage recent market trends for growth, particularly in electronic trading.

Supporting Evidence

MarketAxess has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger-than-expected performance.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that volatility may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS significantly above $2.15, it could challenge the current market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it will reflect the company's ability to navigate market conditions and meet investor expectations.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.20 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.08 would indicate potential challenges in maintaining profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±7.66%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.1% while MKTX has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

25.3%

Calls (9K)P/C Ratio: 0.55Puts (15K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If MarketAxess beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest decline of around 0.93% on the day, but a strong outlook could stabilize investor sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line result may lead to muted reactions, with the stock potentially moving sideways as investors assess management's commentary.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 0.32%, which could raise concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new client acquisitions or partnerships.
2Management's commentary on market conditions and trading volumes.
3Insights into competitive pressures in the electronic trading space.
4Future guidance on revenue growth and market expansion strategies.