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APO

Apollo Global Management, Inc.

FinancialsDiversified Financial Services$73.8B

May6Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market1:00 AM EDT

Apollo Global Management Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.6%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.94	$1.90	+5.04%
Revenue	—	$1.2B	—

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Apollo Global Management Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.6%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.94	$1.90	+5.04%
Revenue	—	$1.2B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Apollo Global Management reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which indicates strong performance in that area. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.59%. The lack of revenue data and management commentary may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

Apollo Global Management, Inc. is a leading global alternative investment manager, focusing on private equity, credit, and real estate....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its investments.

1.90

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate income from its investment activities, crucial for assessing overall performance.

1.2B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Apollo Global Management, Inc. is a leading global alternative investment manager, focusing on private equity, credit, and real estate. With a market cap of $75 billion, it plays a significant role in the financial services sector, particularly as investors seek diverse avenues for growth amid changing economic conditions.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+11.11%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.37%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Apollo reported an EPS of $2.47, significantly exceeding expectations by 29%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 0.69% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Apollo to report strong earnings, with a consensus EPS of $1.90. Given its recent performance, there is optimism about continued growth.

Bull Case

If Apollo beats EPS expectations, it could signal strong management and investment performance, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses EPS estimates, it may raise concerns about its investment strategy and market conditions, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

1.90

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its investments.

Revenue

1.2B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate income from its investment activities, crucial for assessing overall performance.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Apollo's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.90?

A beat would reinforce confidence in the company's investment strategies and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What insights will management provide regarding revenue generation for the upcoming quarters?

Guidance on revenue will be crucial for assessing future growth potential and could impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Apollo's ability to outperform due to its diversified investment strategy, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Apollo has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, suggesting strong management capabilities.

The options market indicates a higher expected volatility, which may reflect underlying confidence in a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.79, it could undermine the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing Apollo's ability to sustain its recent earnings momentum against broader economic challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.79 would indicate potential issues with investment returns and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.26%

Historical Avg

±3.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.1% while APO has averaged ±3.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (215K)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (460K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Apollo beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 2.14%, confirming strong management performance.

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 around 7.45%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future performance.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on investment performance in private equity and credit sectors.
2Updates on new investment strategies or market opportunities.
3Management's outlook on economic conditions and their impact on future earnings.
4Insights into revenue generation and growth targets for the upcoming quarters.
5Responses to any recent market challenges or competitive pressures.

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Company Snapshot

Apollo Global Management, Inc. is a leading global alternative investment manager, focusing on private equity, credit, and real estate....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its investments.

1.90

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate income from its investment activities, crucial for assessing overall performance.

1.2B

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

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+11.11%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.37%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Apollo reported an EPS of $2.47, significantly exceeding expectations by 29%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 0.69% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Apollo to report strong earnings, with a consensus EPS of $1.90. Given its recent performance, there is optimism about continued growth.

Bull Case

If Apollo beats EPS expectations, it could signal strong management and investment performance, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses EPS estimates, it may raise concerns about its investment strategy and market conditions, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

1.90

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its investments.

Revenue

1.2B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate income from its investment activities, crucial for assessing overall performance.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Apollo's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $1.90?

A beat would reinforce confidence in the company's investment strategies and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What insights will management provide regarding revenue generation for the upcoming quarters?

Guidance on revenue will be crucial for assessing future growth potential and could impact investor sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Apollo's ability to outperform due to its diversified investment strategy, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

Apollo has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, suggesting strong management capabilities.

The options market indicates a higher expected volatility, which may reflect underlying confidence in a positive outcome.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.79, it could undermine the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing Apollo's ability to sustain its recent earnings momentum against broader economic challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.00 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.79 would indicate potential issues with investment returns and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.26%

Historical Avg

±3.5%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.1% while APO has averaged ±3.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (215K)P/C Ratio: 0.50Puts (460K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Apollo beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 2.14%, confirming strong management performance.

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 around 7.45%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns about future performance.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$2,002.00–$30,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on investment performance in private equity and credit sectors.
2Updates on new investment strategies or market opportunities.
3Management's outlook on economic conditions and their impact on future earnings.
4Insights into revenue generation and growth targets for the upcoming quarters.
5Responses to any recent market challenges or competitive pressures.