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VSAT

Viasat, Inc.

Information TechnologyCommunications Equipment$11.4B

May14Fri

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Viasat, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in communications equipment, focusing on satellite and broadband services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and performance, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

N/A

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VSAT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Viasat, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in communications equipment, focusing on satellite and broadband services. With a market cap of $11 billion, it plays a significant role in the growing demand for high-speed internet and connectivity solutions, which are increasingly important in today's digital world.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+249.69%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.23%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Viasat reported an impressive EPS of $0.79, significantly beating expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, dropping 5.65% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate in satellite technology.
Expand broadband services to underserved markets.
Focus on improving customer service and satisfaction.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed as Viasat has consistently beaten EPS estimates but faces challenges in revenue growth. Investors are eager to see if this trend continues.

Bull Case

If Viasat continues to outperform EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or reports stagnant revenue growth, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for this quarter?

Given Viasat's history of beating EPS estimates, a strong EPS could further boost investor confidence and stock performance.

How is subscriber growth trending?

Subscriber growth is critical for Viasat's long-term success, and any positive or negative trends will heavily influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Viasat's ability to leverage its technology for new market opportunities, particularly in underserved regions.

Supporting Evidence

Viasat has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility.

The company's focus on expanding broadband services could lead to unexpected revenue growth.

Key Risk

If subscriber growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current cautious outlook from analysts.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on Viasat's ability to sustain its recent EPS surprises and show positive trends in subscriber growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.80 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.50 would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about the company's financial health.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.49%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of approximately 11.49%, indicating heightened uncertainty around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±11.5% while VSAT has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

69.5%

Calls (226K)P/C Ratio: 0.77Puts (83K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Viasat beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 4.98%, confirming strong demand and profitability.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of about 0.23% following earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on new broadband service contracts.
2Details on technology advancements in satellite communications.
3Subscriber growth metrics and trends.
4Any changes in management's outlook for the upcoming quarters.
5Insights into competitive positioning in the market.

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Company Snapshot

Viasat, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in communications equipment, focusing on satellite and broadband services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and performance, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market presence and meet customer demand.

N/A

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

VSAT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+249.69%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.23%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Viasat reported an impressive EPS of $0.79, significantly beating expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, dropping 5.65% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate in satellite technology.
Expand broadband services to underserved markets.
Focus on improving customer service and satisfaction.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed as Viasat has consistently beaten EPS estimates but faces challenges in revenue growth. Investors are eager to see if this trend continues.

Bull Case

If Viasat continues to outperform EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or reports stagnant revenue growth, it could raise concerns about its market position and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for this quarter?

Given Viasat's history of beating EPS estimates, a strong EPS could further boost investor confidence and stock performance.

How is subscriber growth trending?

Subscriber growth is critical for Viasat's long-term success, and any positive or negative trends will heavily influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Viasat's ability to leverage its technology for new market opportunities, particularly in underserved regions.

Supporting Evidence

Viasat has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors are anticipating volatility.

The company's focus on expanding broadband services could lead to unexpected revenue growth.

Key Risk

If subscriber growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current cautious outlook from analysts.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on Viasat's ability to sustain its recent EPS surprises and show positive trends in subscriber growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.80 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.50 would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about the company's financial health.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±11.49%

Historical Avg

±2.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of approximately 11.49%, indicating heightened uncertainty around the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±11.5% while VSAT has averaged ±2.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

69.5%

Calls (226K)P/C Ratio: 0.77Puts (83K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Viasat beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 4.98%, confirming strong demand and profitability.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of about 0.23% following earnings misses.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on new broadband service contracts.
2Details on technology advancements in satellite communications.
3Subscriber growth metrics and trends.
4Any changes in management's outlook for the upcoming quarters.
5Insights into competitive positioning in the market.