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POWI

Power Integrations, Inc.

Information TechnologySemiconductors$4.3B

May7Thu

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:01 PM EDT

Power Integrations Beats on EPS, Stock Down 8.18%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.25	$0.22	+157.73%
Revenue	—	$107M	—

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Power Integrations Beats on EPS, Stock Down 8.18%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.25	$0.22	+157.73%
Revenue	—	$107M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Power Integrations reported better-than-expected earnings per share, significantly beating analyst estimates. However, the stock fell by 8.18% in reaction to the earnings report, likely due to the lack of revenue data and guidance, leaving investors uncertain about future performance.

Company Snapshot

Power Integrations, Inc. (POWI) is a company in the Information Technology sector, specifically in the semiconductor industry....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of a company's profitability and financial health.

$0.22

Revenue

Revenue figures help gauge the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$107M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Power Integrations, Inc. (POWI) is a company in the Information Technology sector, specifically in the semiconductor industry. They focus on developing innovative power management technologies that are crucial for various electronic devices, making them significant in the growing tech landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+197.15%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.02%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Power Integrations reported an EPS of $0.23, significantly exceeding expectations. However, there was no revenue figure disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Power Integrations to report an EPS of $0.22 and revenue of $107 million for Q1-2026. The company has a strong history of beating earnings expectations, which could influence market reactions.

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of exceeding EPS estimates, it could lead to positive investor sentiment and a potential stock price increase.

Bear Case

If the company fails to meet the consensus EPS or revenue expectations, it may lead to a negative reaction from investors, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.22

Earnings per share is a key indicator of a company's profitability and financial health.

Revenue

$107M

Revenue figures help gauge the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS meet or exceed the consensus of $0.22?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be crucial for market sentiment.

What insights can be shared about revenue trends this quarter?

Understanding revenue performance will help investors gauge demand for Power Integrations' products and overall market conditions.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may be underestimating the potential for Power Integrations to exceed EPS expectations based on their historical performance and recent product demand.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, with a 100% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $0.22, it could significantly impact investor sentiment and market perception.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will provide insights into the company's financial health and market positioning.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.24 or higher would confirm the bullish case, indicating strong demand and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.22 would support the bearish case, suggesting potential weaknesses in sales or market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.14%

Historical Avg

±3.4%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.1% while POWI has averaged ±3.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.2%

30d HV

56.3%

Calls (44K)P/C Ratio: 0.07Puts (3K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: X of Y (Z%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. The average absolute 1-day move is 5.8%, with a raw directional average of +1.2% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Power Integrations beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 1.19%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline, with an average move of around 1.19% down.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on demand trends for semiconductor products.
2Insights into cost management and pricing strategies.
3Updates on new product launches or technological advancements.
4Management's outlook on market conditions and competition.
5Any changes in guidance or expectations for the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

Power Integrations, Inc. (POWI) is a company in the Information Technology sector, specifically in the semiconductor industry....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of a company's profitability and financial health.

$0.22

Revenue

Revenue figures help gauge the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

$107M

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

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+197.15%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.02%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Power Integrations reported an EPS of $0.23, significantly exceeding expectations. However, there was no revenue figure disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If the company continues its trend of exceeding EPS estimates, it could lead to positive investor sentiment and a potential stock price increase.

Bear Case

If the company fails to meet the consensus EPS or revenue expectations, it may lead to a negative reaction from investors, especially given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.22

Earnings per share is a key indicator of a company's profitability and financial health.

Revenue

$107M

Revenue figures help gauge the company's sales performance and market demand for its products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS meet or exceed the consensus of $0.22?

Given the company's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be crucial for market sentiment.

What insights can be shared about revenue trends this quarter?

Understanding revenue performance will help investors gauge demand for Power Integrations' products and overall market conditions.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may be underestimating the potential for Power Integrations to exceed EPS expectations based on their historical performance and recent product demand.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, with a 100% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors are anticipating volatility that may not align with consensus expectations.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $0.22, it could significantly impact investor sentiment and market perception.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is critical as it will provide insights into the company's financial health and market positioning.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.24 or higher would confirm the bullish case, indicating strong demand and effective cost management.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.22 would support the bearish case, suggesting potential weaknesses in sales or market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.14%

Historical Avg

±3.4%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.1% while POWI has averaged ±3.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.2%

30d HV

56.3%

Calls (44K)P/C Ratio: 0.07Puts (3K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: X of Y (Z%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Power Integrations beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 1.19%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline, with an average move of around 1.19% down.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on demand trends for semiconductor products.
2Insights into cost management and pricing strategies.
3Updates on new product launches or technological advancements.
4Management's outlook on market conditions and competition.
5Any changes in guidance or expectations for the upcoming quarters.