Equity Profile

VIAV

Viavi Solutions Inc.

Information TechnologyCommunications Equipment$11.5B

Apr29Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ3-2026After Close4:15 PM EDT

Viavi Solutions Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 5.47%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.27	$0.23	+45.95%
Revenue	N/A	$394M	N/A

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Viavi Solutions Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Up 5.47%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.27	$0.23	+45.95%
Revenue	N/A	$394M	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Viavi Solutions Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings per share for Q3-2026, which led to a positive stock reaction, rising 5.47%. The strong EPS surprise indicates that the company is managing its costs effectively or experiencing better-than-anticipated demand. However, without revenue figures or guidance, investors may need to wait for further details to assess the company's future performance.

Company Snapshot

Viavi Solutions Inc. is a technology company that provides solutions for network performance monitoring and assurance, primarily in the communications equipment sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.23

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products and services.

$394M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Viavi Solutions Inc. is a technology company that provides solutions for network performance monitoring and assurance, primarily in the communications equipment sector. With a market cap of $10 billion, it plays a crucial role in supporting the growing demand for reliable network infrastructure, especially as trends like 5G and cloud computing continue to expand.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+211.66%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.61%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Viavi reported an EPS of $0.22, significantly exceeding expectations of $0.14, showcasing strong operational performance. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.59% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on expanding product offerings in network performance solutions.
Commitment to enhancing customer support and service delivery.
Plans to invest in R&D to drive innovation in 5G technologies.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Viavi's upcoming earnings, expecting continued growth in both EPS and revenue. The company has consistently beaten earnings estimates in recent quarters, which raises expectations for this report.

Bull Case

If Viavi can deliver an EPS above $0.23 and show strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet the consensus estimates or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about its growth trajectory, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.23

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

Revenue

$394M

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products and services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Viavi's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.23?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide for future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth will help investors gauge the company's outlook and market demand, influencing stock sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Viavi's ability to capitalize on the growing demand for 5G infrastructure, which could lead to higher-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Viavi has consistently outperformed EPS estimates, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors anticipate a more volatile reaction than historical averages.

Recent trends in the communications equipment sector point to increased spending on network infrastructure.

Key Risk

If Viavi's revenue growth exceeds $400M, it could challenge the current consensus and shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will help determine if Viavi can sustain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.24 or higher with revenue exceeding $396M would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.23 or revenue below $393M would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±21.02%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±20.5% while VIAV has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.3%

30d HV

69.8%

Calls (491K)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (234K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if Viavi beats expectations and raises guidance, the stock could see an average one-day move of +1.09%, confirming strong market confidence.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management is cautious, the stock may experience muted movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, history indicates a potential average one-day decline of around -2.43%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
2

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches related to 5G technology.
2Insights into customer demand trends in the communications sector.
3Management's commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Guidance on future revenue growth and market opportunities.
5Responses to competitive pressures in the communications equipment industry.

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Company Snapshot

Viavi Solutions Inc. is a technology company that provides solutions for network performance monitoring and assurance, primarily in the communications equipment sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.23

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products and services.

$394M

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

+211.66%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.61%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, Viavi reported an EPS of $0.22, significantly exceeding expectations of $0.14, showcasing strong operational performance. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.59% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on expanding product offerings in network performance solutions.
Commitment to enhancing customer support and service delivery.
Plans to invest in R&D to drive innovation in 5G technologies.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Viavi can deliver an EPS above $0.23 and show strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet the consensus estimates or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about its growth trajectory, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.23

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

Revenue

$394M

Total revenue gives insight into the company's sales performance and market demand for its products and services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Viavi's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.23?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide for future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth will help investors gauge the company's outlook and market demand, influencing stock sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Viavi's ability to capitalize on the growing demand for 5G infrastructure, which could lead to higher-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Viavi has consistently outperformed EPS estimates, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors anticipate a more volatile reaction than historical averages.

Recent trends in the communications equipment sector point to increased spending on network infrastructure.

Key Risk

If Viavi's revenue growth exceeds $400M, it could challenge the current consensus and shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will help determine if Viavi can sustain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.24 or higher with revenue exceeding $396M would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.23 or revenue below $393M would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±21.02%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±20.5% while VIAV has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.3%

30d HV

69.8%

Calls (491K)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (234K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if Viavi beats expectations and raises guidance, the stock could see an average one-day move of +1.09%, confirming strong market confidence.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management is cautious, the stock may experience muted movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, history indicates a potential average one-day decline of around -2.43%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·2 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
2

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches related to 5G technology.
2Insights into customer demand trends in the communications sector.
3Management's commentary on operational efficiencies and cost management.
4Guidance on future revenue growth and market opportunities.
5Responses to competitive pressures in the communications equipment industry.