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AA

Alcoa Corporation

MaterialsAluminum$13.0B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$2.20

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

$3.9B

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

AA Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Alcoa Corporation (AA) is a leading producer of aluminum and operates in the materials sector. The company plays a crucial role in the aluminum industry, which is essential for various applications, including construction, transportation, and packaging. As global demand for aluminum continues to grow, Alcoa's performance is closely tied to trends in manufacturing and infrastructure development.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+36.16%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.75%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Alcoa reported an EPS of $1.40, which was below the expected $1.60, resulting in a 12.5% surprise. The stock saw a minimal increase of 0.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to reducing costs in production.
Plans to enhance product offerings in sustainable aluminum.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Alcoa's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a rebound in EPS and revenue. The consensus is that the company will leverage improved market conditions.

Bull Case

If Alcoa can exceed the EPS estimate of $2.20, it may signal strong operational performance and increased demand for aluminum, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could raise concerns about ongoing operational challenges and market demand, leading to a decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.20

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$3.9B

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Alcoa's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.20?

A beat on EPS could indicate stronger-than-expected demand and operational efficiency, which would positively impact investor sentiment.

What are the revenue projections for the upcoming quarter?

Revenue figures will provide insight into market demand for aluminum and the company's ability to capitalize on it.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Alcoa's ability to capitalize on rising aluminum prices and demand recovery, leading to a potential upside surprise.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting expectations for volatility that may not align with actual performance.

Alcoa's historical EPS beat rate of 75% indicates a strong track record of exceeding expectations.

Key Risk

If Alcoa reports an EPS significantly above $2.20, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Alcoa can maintain profitability amid fluctuating aluminum prices and demand.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.30 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.00 would raise significant concerns about demand and operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.28%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±18.3% while AA has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

52.1%

Calls (1.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.35Puts (375K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Alcoa beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.79%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

A report in line with expectations may lead to muted reactions as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses, history indicates a potential decline of around 0.14%, raising concerns about ongoing challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on operational efficiency improvements.
2Details on cost-reduction initiatives.
3Insights into market demand for aluminum products.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations.
5Comments on sustainability efforts and product innovation.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

$2.20

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

$3.9B

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

AA Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+36.16%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.75%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Alcoa reported an EPS of $1.40, which was below the expected $1.60, resulting in a 12.5% surprise. The stock saw a minimal increase of 0.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving operational efficiency.
Commitment to reducing costs in production.
Plans to enhance product offerings in sustainable aluminum.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Alcoa's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a rebound in EPS and revenue. The consensus is that the company will leverage improved market conditions.

Bull Case

If Alcoa can exceed the EPS estimate of $2.20, it may signal strong operational performance and increased demand for aluminum, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses expectations again, it could raise concerns about ongoing operational challenges and market demand, leading to a decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.20

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

Revenue

$3.9B

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Alcoa's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.20?

A beat on EPS could indicate stronger-than-expected demand and operational efficiency, which would positively impact investor sentiment.

What are the revenue projections for the upcoming quarter?

Revenue figures will provide insight into market demand for aluminum and the company's ability to capitalize on it.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Alcoa's ability to capitalize on rising aluminum prices and demand recovery, leading to a potential upside surprise.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting expectations for volatility that may not align with actual performance.

Alcoa's historical EPS beat rate of 75% indicates a strong track record of exceeding expectations.

Key Risk

If Alcoa reports an EPS significantly above $2.20, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Alcoa can maintain profitability amid fluctuating aluminum prices and demand.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.30 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.00 would raise significant concerns about demand and operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.28%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±18.3% while AA has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

52.1%

Calls (1.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.35Puts (375K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Alcoa beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.79%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

A report in line with expectations may lead to muted reactions as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses, history indicates a potential decline of around 0.14%, raising concerns about ongoing challenges.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on operational efficiency improvements.
2Details on cost-reduction initiatives.
3Insights into market demand for aluminum products.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations.
5Comments on sustainability efforts and product innovation.