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ZETA

Zeta Global Holdings Corp.

Information TechnologyApplication Software$7.4B

Apr30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ1-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and financial health, and investors will be looking for signs of improvement after recent losses.

$0.12

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for Zeta as it indicates demand for its services and overall business expansion.

$370M

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

ZETA Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software. The company provides marketing technology and data solutions, which are increasingly important as businesses seek to leverage data for better consumer engagement and targeted advertising.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-16.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Zeta reported an EPS of -$0.10, missing estimates and reflecting ongoing challenges. Despite this, the stock rose 3.29% the following day, suggesting some investor optimism.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management committed to enhancing product offerings.
They indicated plans to improve customer acquisition strategies.
There was a focus on expanding into new markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic, expecting Zeta to report a small profit this quarter. However, the company has a history of missing earnings expectations, which adds uncertainty.

Bull Case

If Zeta can exceed EPS estimates and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence significantly.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor sentiment.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.12

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and financial health, and investors will be looking for signs of improvement after recent losses.

Revenue

$370M

Revenue growth is crucial for Zeta as it indicates demand for its services and overall business expansion.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Zeta achieve an EPS of $0.12 or higher?

This specific EPS target is critical as it would demonstrate a recovery in profitability and could boost investor confidence.

How does Zeta plan to achieve its revenue target of $370M?

Understanding the strategies behind revenue growth will be crucial for assessing the company's future performance and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Zeta's potential for a turnaround, as recent product enhancements and market expansion efforts could drive better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 19.86% move, indicating a belief in significant volatility, which may not align with the consensus view.

Zeta's recent commitments to improving customer acquisition could lead to unexpected revenue growth.

The company's historical ability to surprise on the upside, despite recent misses, suggests potential for a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If Zeta's revenue exceeds $370M, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal for Zeta as it seeks to reverse a trend of losses and regain investor trust.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $0.12 or better with revenue exceeding $370M would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.07 or revenue significantly under $369M would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±19.86%

Historical Avg

±3.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±19.9% while ZETA has averaged ±3.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

64.7%

Calls (845K)P/C Ratio: 0.55Puts (707K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Information Technology

n=29

Fade rate: 9 of 29 (31%)

This setup has occurred 29 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 20 of 29 (69%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 8.2%, with a raw directional average of +3.5% (modestly positive historical bias).

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

83.70%

of float

Insider

2.83%

of float

Holders

495

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
23,051,314 sh · $404.1M
10.45%
6.1%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Zeta beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.31%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await more clarity on future growth.

Miss

Should Zeta miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 1.61%, reinforcing concerns about its ongoing struggles.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Any updates on new product launches or enhancements.
3Insights into market expansion efforts and their expected impact on revenue.
4Management's outlook on profitability and cost management.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding competitive positioning.

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Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and financial health, and investors will be looking for signs of improvement after recent losses.

$0.12

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for Zeta as it indicates demand for its services and overall business expansion.

$370M

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

ZETA Q1-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-16.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Zeta reported an EPS of -$0.10, missing estimates and reflecting ongoing challenges. Despite this, the stock rose 3.29% the following day, suggesting some investor optimism.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management committed to enhancing product offerings.
They indicated plans to improve customer acquisition strategies.
There was a focus on expanding into new markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic, expecting Zeta to report a small profit this quarter. However, the company has a history of missing earnings expectations, which adds uncertainty.

Bull Case

If Zeta can exceed EPS estimates and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and boost investor confidence significantly.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor sentiment.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.12

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and financial health, and investors will be looking for signs of improvement after recent losses.

Revenue

$370M

Revenue growth is crucial for Zeta as it indicates demand for its services and overall business expansion.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Zeta achieve an EPS of $0.12 or higher?

This specific EPS target is critical as it would demonstrate a recovery in profitability and could boost investor confidence.

How does Zeta plan to achieve its revenue target of $370M?

Understanding the strategies behind revenue growth will be crucial for assessing the company's future performance and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Zeta's potential for a turnaround, as recent product enhancements and market expansion efforts could drive better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 19.86% move, indicating a belief in significant volatility, which may not align with the consensus view.

Zeta's recent commitments to improving customer acquisition could lead to unexpected revenue growth.

The company's historical ability to surprise on the upside, despite recent misses, suggests potential for a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If Zeta's revenue exceeds $370M, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal for Zeta as it seeks to reverse a trend of losses and regain investor trust.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $0.12 or better with revenue exceeding $370M would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.07 or revenue significantly under $369M would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±19.86%

Historical Avg

±3.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±19.9% while ZETA has averaged ±3.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

64.7%

Calls (845K)P/C Ratio: 0.55Puts (707K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Information Technology

n=29

Fade rate: 9 of 29 (31%)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders adding

Institutional

83.70%

of float

Insider

2.83%

of float

Holders

495

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
23,051,314 sh · $404.1M
10.45%
6.1%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Zeta beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.31%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await more clarity on future growth.

Miss

Should Zeta miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of about 1.61%, reinforcing concerns about its ongoing struggles.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Any updates on new product launches or enhancements.
3Insights into market expansion efforts and their expected impact on revenue.
4Management's outlook on profitability and cost management.
5Responses to analyst questions regarding competitive positioning.