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WELL

Welltower Inc.

Real EstateHealth Care REITs$168.9B

Apr28Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

Welltower Inc. Misses on EPS, Stock Up 2.01%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.35	$0.49	-7.09%
Revenue	N/A	$3.2B	N/A

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Welltower Inc. Misses on EPS, Stock Up 2.01%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.35	$0.49	-7.09%
Revenue	N/A	$3.2B	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Cautiously Optimistic

Overall, management conveyed a cautious optimism about the future despite current market challenges. They emphasized a commitment to improving occupancy and operational efficiency.

Management highlighted ongoing challenges in the market but expressed confidence in long-term strategies.

They noted that occupancy rates are improving gradually across their properties.

The focus remains on enhancing operational efficiencies.

What It Means

Welltower Inc.'s earnings report shows a significant earnings surprise, although the company did not provide revenue figures. The stock reacted positively, rising 2.01%, likely due to the strong EPS performance despite missing consensus expectations. Investors may be encouraged by management's focus on improving occupancy and operational efficiencies moving forward.

Company Snapshot

Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on health care facilities, including senior housing and post-acute care....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.49

Revenue

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

$3.2B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on health care facilities, including senior housing and post-acute care. With a market cap of $148 billion, it plays a crucial role in the healthcare real estate sector, which is increasingly important as the population ages and healthcare needs grow.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-25.12%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.01%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Welltower reported an EPS of -$0.87, significantly missing analyst expectations. Despite the disappointing results, the stock rose 1.82% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Welltower to report an EPS of $0.49 and revenue of $3.2 billion for Q1 2026. The market is keenly watching for any signs of recovery after the previous quarter's significant miss.

Bull Case

If Welltower exceeds EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround in performance, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it may raise concerns about its operational stability and future growth prospects.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.49

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$3.2B

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

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Welltower's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.49?

A beat on EPS would indicate a recovery in profitability and could positively influence investor sentiment.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to navigate market challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the potential for a rebound in Welltower's earnings, given the aging population and increased demand for healthcare facilities.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 5.79% move, indicating higher volatility expectations compared to historical averages.

The recent stock price movements suggest that investors are cautiously optimistic despite past misses.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.49, it could reinforce bearish sentiment and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth prospects.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a significant earnings miss, and investors are looking for signs of improvement.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm the bull case, suggesting a strong recovery in earnings.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.49 would support the bear case, indicating ongoing challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.79%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.8% while WELL has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

27.2%

Calls (44K)P/C Ratio: 0.89Puts (39K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Welltower beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.31% on the next trading day, confirming a positive trend.

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 approximately 1.33%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on occupancy rates in Welltower's properties.
2Management's commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into market demand for senior housing and healthcare facilities.
4Future capital allocation plans and investment strategies.
5Any changes in regulatory or market conditions affecting the healthcare real estate sector.

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Company Snapshot

Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on health care facilities, including senior housing and post-acute care....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.49

Revenue

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

$3.2B

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

-25.12%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.01%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Welltower reported an EPS of -$0.87, significantly missing analyst expectations. Despite the disappointing results, the stock rose 1.82% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Welltower to report an EPS of $0.49 and revenue of $3.2 billion for Q1 2026. The market is keenly watching for any signs of recovery after the previous quarter's significant miss.

Bull Case

If Welltower exceeds EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround in performance, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it may raise concerns about its operational stability and future growth prospects.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.49

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$3.2B

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

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Welltower's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.49?

A beat on EPS would indicate a recovery in profitability and could positively influence investor sentiment.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to navigate market challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the potential for a rebound in Welltower's earnings, given the aging population and increased demand for healthcare facilities.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 5.79% move, indicating higher volatility expectations compared to historical averages.

The recent stock price movements suggest that investors are cautiously optimistic despite past misses.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.49, it could reinforce bearish sentiment and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth prospects.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it follows a significant earnings miss, and investors are looking for signs of improvement.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm the bull case, suggesting a strong recovery in earnings.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.49 would support the bear case, indicating ongoing challenges in profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.79%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.8% while WELL has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

27.2%

Calls (44K)P/C Ratio: 0.89Puts (39K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Welltower beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.31% on the next trading day, confirming a positive trend.

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 approximately 1.33%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on occupancy rates in Welltower's properties.
2Management's commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into market demand for senior housing and healthcare facilities.
4Future capital allocation plans and investment strategies.
5Any changes in regulatory or market conditions affecting the healthcare real estate sector.