Equity Profile

SUN

Sunoco LP

EnergyOil & Gas Refining & Marketing$13.3B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EST

Company Snapshot

Sunoco LP is a key player in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas refining and marketing. With a market cap of $13 billion, the company plays a significant role in fuel distribution across the United States, making it relevant amid ongoing discussions about energy supply and pricing.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of profitability and will show how well the company managed costs and sales in the last quarter.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will help investors gauge demand for Sunoco's products and its market position in the competitive energy landscape.

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SUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-33.20%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.61%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Sunoco reported an EPS of $2.85, significantly exceeding expectations, which reflects strong operational performance. However, revenue details were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of the earnings report, especially after the strong EPS surprise last quarter. However, the lack of revenue guidance raises questions about sustainability.

Bull Case

If Sunoco continues to show strong EPS growth and improves revenue, it could signal robust demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows declining refining margins, it could lead to a negative reassessment of its growth prospects.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the refining margins be for this quarter?

Refining margins are critical for profitability, and any significant changes could impact future earnings expectations.

How is Sunoco managing costs amid fluctuating oil prices?

Understanding cost management strategies will help assess the company's resilience in a volatile market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for strong refining margins due to recent supply chain improvements and increased demand for gasoline.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 2.86% move, but historical data shows the stock has averaged only 1.28%, suggesting overestimation of volatility.

The recent EPS surprise of +67.16% indicates potential for continued strong performance, contrary to bearish sentiment.

Key Risk

If refining margins exceed expectations, it could lead to a significant upward revision in earnings forecasts.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on refining margins and cost management, which are crucial for sustaining profitability.

Bull Confirmed If

If refining margins exceed $15 per barrel, it would confirm strong operational efficiency and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

If refining margins fall below $10 per barrel, it would indicate potential challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±2.86%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 2.86%, indicating that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±2.9% while SUN has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

30.4%

Calls (9K)P/C Ratio: 0.27Puts (1K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 30 (20%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Energy in the last 2 years. 24 of 30 (80%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -1.5% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Sunoco beats expectations, history suggests a positive reaction, with an average 1-day move of +1.18%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the implications of the report.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a downside reaction, with an average 1-day move of +0.42%, indicating market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on refining margins and how they compare to previous quarters.
2Any updates on cost management strategies in response to oil price fluctuations.
3Insights into demand trends for gasoline and other refined products.
4Management's outlook on the energy market for the upcoming quarters.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies or challenges faced in the refining process.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of profitability and will show how well the company managed costs and sales in the last quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will help investors gauge demand for Sunoco's products and its market position in the competitive energy landscape.

N/A

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

SUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-33.20%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.61%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of the earnings report, especially after the strong EPS surprise last quarter. However, the lack of revenue guidance raises questions about sustainability.

Bull Case

If Sunoco continues to show strong EPS growth and improves revenue, it could signal robust demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows declining refining margins, it could lead to a negative reassessment of its growth prospects.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the refining margins be for this quarter?

Refining margins are critical for profitability, and any significant changes could impact future earnings expectations.

How is Sunoco managing costs amid fluctuating oil prices?

Understanding cost management strategies will help assess the company's resilience in a volatile market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for strong refining margins due to recent supply chain improvements and increased demand for gasoline.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 2.86% move, but historical data shows the stock has averaged only 1.28%, suggesting overestimation of volatility.

The recent EPS surprise of +67.16% indicates potential for continued strong performance, contrary to bearish sentiment.

Key Risk

If refining margins exceed expectations, it could lead to a significant upward revision in earnings forecasts.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on refining margins and cost management, which are crucial for sustaining profitability.

Bull Confirmed If

If refining margins exceed $15 per barrel, it would confirm strong operational efficiency and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

If refining margins fall below $10 per barrel, it would indicate potential challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±2.86%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 2.86%, indicating that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±2.9% while SUN has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

30.4%

Calls (9K)P/C Ratio: 0.27Puts (1K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 30 (20%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Sunoco beats expectations, history suggests a positive reaction, with an average 1-day move of +1.18%, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the implications of the report.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a downside reaction, with an average 1-day move of +0.42%, indicating market disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on refining margins and how they compare to previous quarters.
2Any updates on cost management strategies in response to oil price fluctuations.
3Insights into demand trends for gasoline and other refined products.
4Management's outlook on the energy market for the upcoming quarters.
5Any commentary on operational efficiencies or challenges faced in the refining process.