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PLNT

PLANET FITNESS INC Class A

Consumer DiscretionaryLeisure Facilities$4.0B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:30 AM EDT

Planet Fitness Beats on EPS, Stock Down 31.19%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.74	$0.63	+17.27%
Revenue	—	$299M	—

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Planet Fitness Beats on EPS, Stock Down 31.19%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.74	$0.63	+17.27%
Revenue	—	$299M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Planet Fitness reported better-than-expected earnings per share, but the stock dropped significantly by over 31%. The decline may be attributed to the lack of revenue information and any guidance updates, leaving investors uncertain about future performance.

Company Snapshot

Planet Fitness, Inc. operates a chain of fitness centers, providing affordable gym memberships and a welcoming atmosphere for all fitness levels....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$0.63

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain members, which is crucial for its ongoing success.

$299M

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

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Context

Company Snapshot

Planet Fitness, Inc. operates a chain of fitness centers, providing affordable gym memberships and a welcoming atmosphere for all fitness levels. As a player in the consumer discretionary sector, it benefits from trends in health and wellness, which have gained traction in recent years.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+8.94%

Avg Stock Reaction

-3.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Planet Fitness reported an EPS of $0.83, exceeding expectations by 5.6%. However, the stock fell by nearly 9% the following day, indicating market concerns despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding membership base.
Commitment to improving member experience.
Plans to open new locations in key markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Planet Fitness's upcoming earnings, expecting it to meet or slightly exceed EPS and revenue estimates. However, the recent stock volatility raises questions about investor sentiment.

Bull Case

If Planet Fitness can deliver strong membership growth and manage costs effectively, it may exceed expectations, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports lower-than-expected growth or higher costs, it could disappoint investors, resulting in a negative stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.63

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$299M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain members, which is crucial for its ongoing success.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will membership growth exceed expectations of 1.5 million new members this quarter?

Strong membership growth is crucial for revenue and profitability, and exceeding this target could boost investor confidence.

How will management address rising operational costs amid inflationary pressures?

Investors will be keen to hear how the company plans to manage costs, as this directly impacts margins and overall profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of new location openings and membership promotions, which could drive higher-than-expected growth.

Supporting Evidence

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating traders anticipate volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Recent trends show increased consumer spending on fitness, which could benefit Planet Fitness more than analysts predict.

Key Risk

If membership growth comes in below 1.5 million, it could challenge the optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the balance between membership growth and cost management in a challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Membership growth exceeding 1.5 million new members this quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

Any indication of declining membership growth or rising costs could confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.35%

Historical Avg

±10.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.7% while PLNT has averaged ±10.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

31.2%

Calls (392K)P/C Ratio: 0.06Puts (28K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Planet Fitness beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 2.07%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience limited movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 4.57%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on membership growth numbers and new locations opened.
2Details on cost management strategies amid inflation.
3Any changes to membership pricing or promotions.
4Insights into member retention rates and customer satisfaction.
5Management's outlook on the competitive landscape in the fitness industry.

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Company Snapshot

Planet Fitness, Inc. operates a chain of fitness centers, providing affordable gym memberships and a welcoming atmosphere for all fitness levels....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$0.63

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain members, which is crucial for its ongoing success.

$299M

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

+8.94%

Avg Stock Reaction

-3.36%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding membership base.
Commitment to improving member experience.
Plans to open new locations in key markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Planet Fitness can deliver strong membership growth and manage costs effectively, it may exceed expectations, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports lower-than-expected growth or higher costs, it could disappoint investors, resulting in a negative stock response.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.63

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$299M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract and retain members, which is crucial for its ongoing success.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will membership growth exceed expectations of 1.5 million new members this quarter?

Strong membership growth is crucial for revenue and profitability, and exceeding this target could boost investor confidence.

How will management address rising operational costs amid inflationary pressures?

Investors will be keen to hear how the company plans to manage costs, as this directly impacts margins and overall profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of new location openings and membership promotions, which could drive higher-than-expected growth.

Supporting Evidence

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating traders anticipate volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Recent trends show increased consumer spending on fitness, which could benefit Planet Fitness more than analysts predict.

Key Risk

If membership growth comes in below 1.5 million, it could challenge the optimistic outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around the balance between membership growth and cost management in a challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Membership growth exceeding 1.5 million new members this quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

Any indication of declining membership growth or rising costs could confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.35%

Historical Avg

±10.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.7% while PLNT has averaged ±10.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

31.2%

Calls (392K)P/C Ratio: 0.06Puts (28K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Planet Fitness beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 2.07%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience limited movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 4.57%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on membership growth numbers and new locations opened.
2Details on cost management strategies amid inflation.
3Any changes to membership pricing or promotions.
4Insights into member retention rates and customer satisfaction.
5Management's outlook on the competitive landscape in the fitness industry.