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ONTO

Onto Innovation Inc.

Information TechnologySemiconductor Materials & Equipment$12.6B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Onto Innovation Inc. operates in the Information Technology sector, specifically focusing on semiconductor materials and equipment....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and indicates how much money the company makes for each share of its stock.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence, which is vital for long-term success.

N/A

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ONTO Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Onto Innovation Inc. operates in the Information Technology sector, specifically focusing on semiconductor materials and equipment. As the demand for advanced technology continues to grow, their role in providing essential tools for semiconductor manufacturing makes them a key player in the industry.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+3.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Onto Innovation reported an EPS of $1.42, beating estimates by 3.12%. The stock reacted positively, increasing by 1.82% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Onto Innovation's upcoming earnings, especially after their recent EPS beat. However, the lack of specific guidance leaves room for uncertainty.

Bull Case

If Onto Innovation continues to show strong EPS growth and revenue increases, it could indicate a robust demand for their products, driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a significant drop in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be crucial in determining whether the company continues its trend of beating expectations and maintaining investor confidence.

How is revenue growth trending compared to previous quarters?

Understanding revenue growth will provide insight into the company's market position and demand for its products, which is vital for future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating Onto Innovation's ability to capitalize on increasing semiconductor demand, especially given recent trends in technology adoption.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent EPS beat suggests a stronger operational performance than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a significant expected move, which may reflect investor uncertainty rather than a lack of confidence in growth.

Key Risk

If the EPS exceeds $1.50, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will indicate whether Onto Innovation can sustain its recent momentum or if it faces challenges ahead.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.50 or higher would confirm strong profitability and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.30 would raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain growth.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.88%

Historical Avg

±3.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a relatively large move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±10.9% while ONTO has averaged ±3.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

58.2%

Calls (26K)P/C Ratio: 0.79Puts (23K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 4 of 9 faded and 5 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -0.5% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Onto Innovation beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction, with an average 1-day move of +0.77%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await more guidance from management.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with an average 1-day move of -2.70%, indicating potential concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or innovations in semiconductor technology.
2Management's outlook on industry demand and how it affects future revenue.
3Details on cost management and efficiency improvements.
4Insights into customer demand trends and market share changes.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures and how the company plans to address them.

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Company Snapshot

Onto Innovation Inc. operates in the Information Technology sector, specifically focusing on semiconductor materials and equipment....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and indicates how much money the company makes for each share of its stock.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market presence, which is vital for long-term success.

N/A

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

ONTO Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+3.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Onto Innovation reported an EPS of $1.42, beating estimates by 3.12%. The stock reacted positively, increasing by 1.82% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Onto Innovation's upcoming earnings, especially after their recent EPS beat. However, the lack of specific guidance leaves room for uncertainty.

Bull Case

If Onto Innovation continues to show strong EPS growth and revenue increases, it could indicate a robust demand for their products, driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a significant drop in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be crucial in determining whether the company continues its trend of beating expectations and maintaining investor confidence.

How is revenue growth trending compared to previous quarters?

Understanding revenue growth will provide insight into the company's market position and demand for its products, which is vital for future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating Onto Innovation's ability to capitalize on increasing semiconductor demand, especially given recent trends in technology adoption.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent EPS beat suggests a stronger operational performance than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a significant expected move, which may reflect investor uncertainty rather than a lack of confidence in growth.

Key Risk

If the EPS exceeds $1.50, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will indicate whether Onto Innovation can sustain its recent momentum or if it faces challenges ahead.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.50 or higher would confirm strong profitability and growth potential.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.30 would raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain growth.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.88%

Historical Avg

±3.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a relatively large move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±10.9% while ONTO has averaged ±3.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

58.2%

Calls (26K)P/C Ratio: 0.79Puts (23K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Onto Innovation beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction, with an average 1-day move of +0.77%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await more guidance from management.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with an average 1-day move of -2.70%, indicating potential concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches or innovations in semiconductor technology.
2Management's outlook on industry demand and how it affects future revenue.
3Details on cost management and efficiency improvements.
4Insights into customer demand trends and market share changes.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures and how the company plans to address them.