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STEP

StepStone Group Inc.

FinancialsAsset Management & Custody Banks$4.0B

May20Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ4-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

StepStone Group Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.99%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.57	$0.50	+11.76%
Revenue	—	$292M	—

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StepStone Group Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.99%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.57	$0.50	+11.76%
Revenue	—	$292M	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record for this earnings call, so the analysis is based solely on numerical results.

What It Means

StepStone Group Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings per share, indicating stronger profitability than analysts anticipated. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by nearly 1%. The lack of revenue information and guidance may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

StepStone Group Inc. is a financial services company focused on asset management and custody banking....

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.

0.50

Revenue

Total revenue indicates the overall business performance and growth, reflecting client demand and investment success.

292M

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

StepStone Group Inc. is a financial services company focused on asset management and custody banking. With a market cap of $4 billion, it plays a significant role in managing investments for clients, which is crucial in today's fluctuating financial markets.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+13.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.26%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, StepStone reported an EPS of $0.65, exceeding expectations by 9.24%. However, the stock dropped 7.50% the following day, indicating market disappointment despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding client base and investment strategies.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.
Plans to enhance technology for better asset management.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect StepStone to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.50 and revenue of $292 million. The market is closely watching how the company navigates current economic challenges.

Bull Case

If StepStone exceeds EPS expectations and demonstrates strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services and lead to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses EPS or revenue targets, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects and lead to a significant decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.50

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

Revenue

292M

Total revenue indicates the overall business performance and growth, reflecting client demand and investment success.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.50?

A strong EPS figure would indicate effective cost management and strong demand, which could boost investor confidence.

What is the revenue outlook in light of current market conditions?

Revenue performance will be crucial in assessing the company's growth trajectory and ability to attract new clients.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate StepStone's ability to leverage its investment strategies effectively, leading to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent EPS surprises indicate a trend of outperforming expectations.

Options pricing suggests traders are anticipating higher volatility, which could indicate confidence in a strong performance.

Historical data shows that StepStone has a 75% EPS beat rate, suggesting a pattern of exceeding expectations.

Key Risk

If the revenue comes in below $276 million, it could undermine the positive sentiment around the stock.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating StepStone's ability to maintain growth amidst economic pressures, making these thresholds critical.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.54 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $307 million, would confirm a strong growth outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.46 or revenue falling short of $276 million would signal potential challenges ahead.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.56%

Historical Avg

±2.2%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.1% while STEP has averaged ±2.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

47.4%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 1.68Puts (9K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If StepStone beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of -0.89%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around -1.44%, reflecting market disappointment and concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Updates on investment performance across key asset classes.
3Any commentary on market conditions affecting revenue.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
5Future growth plans and potential market expansions.

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Company Snapshot

StepStone Group Inc. is a financial services company focused on asset management and custody banking....

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.

0.50

Revenue

Total revenue indicates the overall business performance and growth, reflecting client demand and investment success.

292M

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

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+13.92%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.26%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, StepStone reported an EPS of $0.65, exceeding expectations by 9.24%. However, the stock dropped 7.50% the following day, indicating market disappointment despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding client base and investment strategies.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.
Plans to enhance technology for better asset management.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect StepStone to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.50 and revenue of $292 million. The market is closely watching how the company navigates current economic challenges.

Bull Case

If StepStone exceeds EPS expectations and demonstrates strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services and lead to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses EPS or revenue targets, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects and lead to a significant decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.50

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

Revenue

292M

Total revenue indicates the overall business performance and growth, reflecting client demand and investment success.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.50?

A strong EPS figure would indicate effective cost management and strong demand, which could boost investor confidence.

What is the revenue outlook in light of current market conditions?

Revenue performance will be crucial in assessing the company's growth trajectory and ability to attract new clients.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate StepStone's ability to leverage its investment strategies effectively, leading to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The company's recent EPS surprises indicate a trend of outperforming expectations.

Options pricing suggests traders are anticipating higher volatility, which could indicate confidence in a strong performance.

Historical data shows that StepStone has a 75% EPS beat rate, suggesting a pattern of exceeding expectations.

Key Risk

If the revenue comes in below $276 million, it could undermine the positive sentiment around the stock.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating StepStone's ability to maintain growth amidst economic pressures, making these thresholds critical.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.54 or higher, coupled with revenue exceeding $307 million, would confirm a strong growth outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.46 or revenue falling short of $276 million would signal potential challenges ahead.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.56%

Historical Avg

±2.2%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.1% while STEP has averaged ±2.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

47.4%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 1.68Puts (9K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If StepStone beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of -0.89%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around -1.44%, reflecting market disappointment and concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on client acquisition and retention strategies.
2Updates on investment performance across key asset classes.
3Any commentary on market conditions affecting revenue.
4Insights into operational efficiencies and cost management.
5Future growth plans and potential market expansions.