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Workiva Inc.

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

Workiva Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 2.07%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.77	$0.65	+462.04%
Revenue	—	$245M	—

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Workiva Inc. Beats on EPS, Stock Down 2.07%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.77	$0.65	+462.04%
Revenue	—	$245M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Workiva Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings per share, significantly surpassing analyst estimates. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 2.07%. The lack of revenue data and guidance may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

Workiva Inc. is a technology company that provides cloud-based solutions for financial reporting and compliance....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$0.65

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

$245M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Workiva Inc. is a technology company that provides cloud-based solutions for financial reporting and compliance. With a focus on streamlining complex processes, it helps organizations manage their data and reporting more efficiently, which is increasingly important in today's regulatory environment.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+334.42%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.13%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Workiva reported an impressive earnings surprise, significantly exceeding analyst expectations. This strong performance has set a positive tone for upcoming earnings.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued investment in product development to enhance service offerings.
Focus on expanding customer base and market reach.
Commitment to maintaining strong financial discipline.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic about Workiva's upcoming earnings, expecting continued growth in both EPS and revenue. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates.

Bull Case

If Workiva can maintain its momentum and deliver results above expectations, it could see a significant boost in stock price, reflecting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet even the lowered expectations, it could face a sharp decline in stock price, given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.65

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$245M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.65?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's growth narrative and could lead to a positive market reaction.

What guidance does management provide on revenue growth?

Management's outlook on revenue will be critical for understanding future performance and investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of recent product enhancements that could drive higher customer retention and new sales.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger underlying performance.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent customer feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, suggesting strong demand.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below $240M, it could challenge the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing the potential for continued strong performance against the risks of a slowdown in demand.

Bull Confirmed If

Delivering an EPS of $0.70 or higher would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.65 would validate concerns about growth sustainability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.64%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.6% while WK has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

43.3%

Calls (4K)P/C Ratio: 33.11Puts (126K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Workiva beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.09%, confirming the bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, the stock could decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 2.03%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition rates and retention metrics.
2Insights into product development timelines and new features.
3Management's commentary on market trends and competitive landscape.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Responses to analyst questions about operational efficiencies and cost management.

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Company Snapshot

Workiva Inc. is a technology company that provides cloud-based solutions for financial reporting and compliance....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$0.65

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

$245M

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

+334.42%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.13%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Workiva reported an impressive earnings surprise, significantly exceeding analyst expectations. This strong performance has set a positive tone for upcoming earnings.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued investment in product development to enhance service offerings.
Focus on expanding customer base and market reach.
Commitment to maintaining strong financial discipline.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic about Workiva's upcoming earnings, expecting continued growth in both EPS and revenue. The company has a strong track record of beating earnings estimates.

Bull Case

If Workiva can maintain its momentum and deliver results above expectations, it could see a significant boost in stock price, reflecting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet even the lowered expectations, it could face a sharp decline in stock price, given the high implied volatility in the options market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.65

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$245M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.65?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's growth narrative and could lead to a positive market reaction.

What guidance does management provide on revenue growth?

Management's outlook on revenue will be critical for understanding future performance and investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the impact of recent product enhancements that could drive higher customer retention and new sales.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger underlying performance.

Options pricing suggests a larger move than historical averages, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent customer feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, suggesting strong demand.

Key Risk

If revenue growth comes in below $240M, it could challenge the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing the potential for continued strong performance against the risks of a slowdown in demand.

Bull Confirmed If

Delivering an EPS of $0.70 or higher would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.65 would validate concerns about growth sustainability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.64%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±12.6% while WK has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.9%

30d HV

43.3%

Calls (4K)P/C Ratio: 33.11Puts (126K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Workiva beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.09%, confirming the bullish sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management provides cautious commentary, the stock may see muted movement as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

Should the company miss expectations, the stock could decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 2.03%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition rates and retention metrics.
2Insights into product development timelines and new features.
3Management's commentary on market trends and competitive landscape.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Responses to analyst questions about operational efficiencies and cost management.