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Sunrun Inc.

IndustrialsElectrical Components & Equipment$3.0B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:01 PM EDT

Sunrun Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 4.68%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.62	$-0.05	+1447.83%
Revenue	—	$639M	—

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Sunrun Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 4.68%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.62	$-0.05	+1447.83%
Revenue	—	$639M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Sunrun Inc. reported a significant earnings surprise with an EPS of $0.62, far exceeding expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 4.68%. This drop may reflect investor concerns about the lack of revenue reporting and guidance, leaving uncertainty about future performance.

Company Snapshot

Sunrun Inc. is a leading residential solar energy provider in the U.S., focusing on making solar energy accessible to homeowners....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is crucial as it reflects the company's profitability and is a key indicator for investors.

$-0.05

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and growth trajectory, which is vital for understanding market demand.

$639M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Sunrun Inc. is a leading residential solar energy provider in the U.S., focusing on making solar energy accessible to homeowners. As part of the industrial sector, it plays a key role in the growing renewable energy market, which is increasingly important for sustainability and reducing carbon footprints.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+574.34%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.07%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Sunrun reported an EPS of $0.38, significantly beating expectations of $-0.08, which surprised analysts positively. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.45% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue expanding customer base through innovative financing options.
Enhance operational efficiency to reduce costs.
Focus on increasing installations to meet growing demand for solar energy.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Sunrun's upcoming earnings, expecting a slight loss in EPS but solid revenue growth. The company's recent performance has raised hopes for a potential upside.

Bull Case

If Sunrun can show a stronger-than-expected revenue growth and a path to profitability, it could lead to a significant stock price increase, reflecting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet revenue expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price as investors reassess the company's growth potential.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$-0.05

Earnings per share (EPS) is crucial as it reflects the company's profitability and is a key indicator for investors.

Revenue

$639M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and growth trajectory, which is vital for understanding market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Sunrun's revenue exceed the consensus estimate of $639 million?

Revenue performance is critical as it indicates demand for solar installations and the effectiveness of the company's sales strategies.

What guidance will management provide regarding future profitability?

Investors will closely watch for any signs of a path to profitability, which could significantly influence stock sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for revenue growth driven by increased consumer interest in solar energy, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends show a surge in residential solar installations as energy costs rise.

The company's strong historical performance in beating EPS estimates suggests it may outperform again.

Options pricing indicates significant volatility, suggesting that traders expect a notable reaction to the earnings report.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in below $639 million, it could raise concerns about the company's ability to capitalize on market demand.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be pivotal in determining whether Sunrun can maintain its growth trajectory in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth exceeding $639 million, along with positive guidance on future profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue falling below $439 million, indicating weaker demand and operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.56%

Historical Avg

±3.4%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±14.9% while RUN has averaged ±3.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

2.0%

30d HV

68.5%

Calls (1.4M)P/C Ratio: 0.28Puts (770K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Sunrun beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.06%, confirming bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on revenue or EPS could lead to a decline of approximately 2.52%, as investors reassess the company's growth outlook.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Details on operational efficiencies and cost management efforts.
3Insights into market demand trends for solar energy.
4Guidance on future profitability and installation targets.
5Responses to potential regulatory changes affecting the solar industry.

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Company Snapshot

Sunrun Inc. is a leading residential solar energy provider in the U.S., focusing on making solar energy accessible to homeowners....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is crucial as it reflects the company's profitability and is a key indicator for investors.

$-0.05

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and growth trajectory, which is vital for understanding market demand.

$639M

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

+574.34%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.07%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Sunrun reported an EPS of $0.38, significantly beating expectations of $-0.08, which surprised analysts positively. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.45% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue expanding customer base through innovative financing options.
Enhance operational efficiency to reduce costs.
Focus on increasing installations to meet growing demand for solar energy.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Sunrun's upcoming earnings, expecting a slight loss in EPS but solid revenue growth. The company's recent performance has raised hopes for a potential upside.

Bull Case

If Sunrun can show a stronger-than-expected revenue growth and a path to profitability, it could lead to a significant stock price increase, reflecting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet revenue expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price as investors reassess the company's growth potential.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$-0.05

Earnings per share (EPS) is crucial as it reflects the company's profitability and is a key indicator for investors.

Revenue

$639M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and growth trajectory, which is vital for understanding market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Sunrun's revenue exceed the consensus estimate of $639 million?

Revenue performance is critical as it indicates demand for solar installations and the effectiveness of the company's sales strategies.

What guidance will management provide regarding future profitability?

Investors will closely watch for any signs of a path to profitability, which could significantly influence stock sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for revenue growth driven by increased consumer interest in solar energy, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Recent trends show a surge in residential solar installations as energy costs rise.

The company's strong historical performance in beating EPS estimates suggests it may outperform again.

Options pricing indicates significant volatility, suggesting that traders expect a notable reaction to the earnings report.

Key Risk

If revenue comes in below $639 million, it could raise concerns about the company's ability to capitalize on market demand.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be pivotal in determining whether Sunrun can maintain its growth trajectory in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

Revenue growth exceeding $639 million, along with positive guidance on future profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue falling below $439 million, indicating weaker demand and operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.56%

Historical Avg

±3.4%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±14.9% while RUN has averaged ±3.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

2.0%

30d HV

68.5%

Calls (1.4M)P/C Ratio: 0.28Puts (770K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Sunrun beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.06%, confirming bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on revenue or EPS could lead to a decline of approximately 2.52%, as investors reassess the company's growth outlook.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Details on operational efficiencies and cost management efforts.
3Insights into market demand trends for solar energy.
4Guidance on future profitability and installation targets.
5Responses to potential regulatory changes affecting the solar industry.