Post-earnings recap
Reported
Thu, Jul 23, 2026
EPS actual
$11.07
EPS est.
$10.72
EPS surprise
+3.28%
1-day move
-1.27%
Ameriprise Financial reported an EPS of $11.07, exceeding expectations by 3.28%. However, the stock fell by 1.27% following the announcement. The lack of revenue data and management commentary may have contributed to investor uncertainty.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $11.07 | N/A | +3.28% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
No transcript is on record for the earnings call, so the analysis is based solely on numerical results.
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP) is a financial services company that provides asset management and financial planning services. With a market cap of $50 billion, it plays a significant role in the financial sector, particularly in helping individuals manage their investments and retirement savings.
Last quarter
In Q1-2026, Ameriprise reported an EPS of $11.26, exceeding expectations by 10.45%. However, the stock experienced a decline of 1.90% the following day, indicating mixed market reactions.
EPS beat streak
7Q
EPS beat rate
88%
Avg EPS surprise
+4.21%
Avg 1-day reaction
-0.80%
Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of Ameriprise's Q2-2026 earnings report, given the company's strong track record of beating EPS estimates. However, the lack of analyst estimates may lead to uncertainty.
Bull case
If Ameriprise continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational performance and investor confidence, potentially driving the stock price higher.
Bear case
On the other hand, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a significant drop in stock price, especially given the high implied volatility.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
What will the EPS be for Q2-2026, and how does it compare to previous quarters?
Given Ameriprise's history of beating EPS estimates, the market will closely watch this figure to gauge ongoing profitability.
Q2
What is the current status of assets under management (AUM) and how has it changed from last quarter?
AUM is a critical metric for asset management firms, and any significant changes could impact revenue and investor sentiment.
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Est. EPS
$0.34
Est. Rev
$86M
Impl. Move
±11.2%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may be underestimating the impact of recent market trends on Ameriprise's AUM growth, particularly in light of rising interest rates and changing investor behavior.
Supporting evidence
The company's historical EPS beat rate of 88% suggests it is more resilient than analysts anticipate.
Options pricing indicates a significant expected move, which may reflect underlying investor uncertainty not captured in consensus estimates.
Key risk
If AUM growth significantly outpaces expectations, it could lead to a reevaluation of the company's growth potential.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The market is debating whether Ameriprise can maintain its strong performance amid economic uncertainties.
Bull confirmed if
An EPS of $12.00 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong profitability.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $10.00 would confirm the bear case, suggesting potential operational challenges.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±12.7%
Historical Avg
±2.2%
The options market is pricing in a significant move of approximately 12.7%, indicating that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.
Options are pricing ±12.7% while AMP has averaged ±2.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.3%
30d HV
22.0%
Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.
Institutional
91.64%
of float
Insider
0.18%
of float
Holders
1,849
institutions
Top Holders· as of Jun 2026
Blackrock Inc.
7,935,137 sh · $3.9B
8.83%
-8.0%
Likely market behavior by outcome. Not investment advice.
Beat & raise
If Ameriprise beats expectations, history suggests a slight decline of around 0.66% on the following day, but it would confirm strong operational health.
In line / cautious
If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in the market.
Miss
If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.18%, which could raise concerns about future performance.
The lines on the call that would change the story.
Vanguard Capital Management LLC
5,900,661 sh · $2.9B
6.56%
-0.5%
Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC
5,176,700 sh · $2.5B
5.76%
-1.5%
State Street Corporation
4,672,743 sh · $2.3B
5.20%
1.8%
Geode Capital Management, LLC
2,756,276 sh · $1.4B
3.07%
-4.1%
13F filings updated quarterly. Position deltas show change in shares vs. the prior quarter.