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UHAL

U-Haul Holding Company

IndustrialsCargo Ground Transportation$13.3B

May27Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ4-2026After Close4:08 PM EDT

U-Haul Holding Company Beats on EPS, Stock Up 1.84%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.70	N/A	+2.78%
Revenue	N/A	N/A	N/A

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U-Haul Holding Company Beats on EPS, Stock Up 1.84%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$-0.70	N/A	+2.78%
Revenue	N/A	N/A	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

U-Haul's earnings report showed a smaller-than-expected loss per share, which led to a positive stock reaction of 1.84%. However, there was no revenue figure provided, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance. Investors may view the EPS beat as a sign of resilience in challenging market conditions.

Company Snapshot

U-Haul Holding Company is a key player in the cargo ground transportation sector, primarily known for its rental trucks and trailers. As a major provider of moving and storage solutions, its performance can reflect trends in consumer spending and housing markets, making it an important company to watch in the industrials sector.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well U-Haul is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will provide insights into demand for U-Haul's services, particularly in the context of seasonal moving trends.

N/A

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-23.31%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.02%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, U-Haul reported an EPS of -$0.23, slightly beating expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.62% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, analysts are cautious about U-Haul's upcoming earnings, given the mixed performance in previous quarters. The market is closely watching how the company navigates current economic conditions.

Bull Case

If U-Haul can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved customer rental volume, it could signal a recovery in consumer demand, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports another earnings miss or weak revenue figures, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a decline in stock value.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected customer rental volume for the upcoming quarter?

This figure will be crucial in assessing demand and could significantly impact revenue forecasts.

How does U-Haul plan to address cost management in the current economic climate?

Effective cost management strategies will be vital for maintaining profitability, especially if revenue growth is slow.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in customer rental volume, which could be driven by seasonal trends and increased consumer mobility.

Supporting Evidence

U-Haul's recent slight EPS beat suggests some underlying strength despite broader economic challenges.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating that investors are expecting significant changes.

Past performance shows that U-Haul has occasionally surprised the market positively, which could happen again.

Key Risk

If rental volume exceeds expectations, it could shift the narrative significantly.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating U-Haul's ability to recover from recent earnings misses, with rental volume being a key indicator of its performance.

Bull Confirmed If

A significant increase in customer rental volume, exceeding previous quarters, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in rental volume or further earnings misses would solidify the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.7%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±11.1% while UHAL has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

25.0%

Calls (3K)P/C Ratio: 0.25Puts (200)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 24 (29%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 17 of 24 (71%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 5.0%, with a raw directional average of +1.0% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If U-Haul beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction, potentially around a 2.62% increase.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement.

Miss

If U-Haul misses earnings expectations again, the average historical reaction suggests a potential decline of around 0.82%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer rental volume trends compared to previous quarters.
2Details on cost management strategies in response to economic pressures.
3Insights into seasonal demand and how it might impact future earnings.
4Management's outlook on the housing market and its effects on U-Haul's business.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the cargo transportation sector.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well U-Haul is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will provide insights into demand for U-Haul's services, particularly in the context of seasonal moving trends.

N/A

1 more metrics, 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

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-23.31%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.02%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, U-Haul reported an EPS of -$0.23, slightly beating expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.62% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If U-Haul can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved customer rental volume, it could signal a recovery in consumer demand, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports another earnings miss or weak revenue figures, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a decline in stock value.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected customer rental volume for the upcoming quarter?

This figure will be crucial in assessing demand and could significantly impact revenue forecasts.

How does U-Haul plan to address cost management in the current economic climate?

Effective cost management strategies will be vital for maintaining profitability, especially if revenue growth is slow.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in customer rental volume, which could be driven by seasonal trends and increased consumer mobility.

Supporting Evidence

U-Haul's recent slight EPS beat suggests some underlying strength despite broader economic challenges.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating that investors are expecting significant changes.

Past performance shows that U-Haul has occasionally surprised the market positively, which could happen again.

Key Risk

If rental volume exceeds expectations, it could shift the narrative significantly.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating U-Haul's ability to recover from recent earnings misses, with rental volume being a key indicator of its performance.

Bull Confirmed If

A significant increase in customer rental volume, exceeding previous quarters, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in rental volume or further earnings misses would solidify the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.7%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±11.1% while UHAL has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

25.0%

Calls (3K)P/C Ratio: 0.25Puts (200)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 24 (29%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If U-Haul beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction, potentially around a 2.62% increase.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement.

Miss

If U-Haul misses earnings expectations again, the average historical reaction suggests a potential decline of around 0.82%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer rental volume trends compared to previous quarters.
2Details on cost management strategies in response to economic pressures.
3Insights into seasonal demand and how it might impact future earnings.
4Management's outlook on the housing market and its effects on U-Haul's business.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the cargo transportation sector.