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AVGO

Broadcom Inc.

Information TechnologySemiconductors$1.8T

Jun3Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) is a leading semiconductor company that designs, develops, and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of a company's profitability and helps investors gauge its financial health.

$2.39

Revenue

Revenue figures indicate the company's ability to generate sales and are a key driver of stock performance.

$22.1B

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

AVGO Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) is a leading semiconductor company that designs, develops, and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. As a key player in the information technology sector, Broadcom's products are essential for various applications, including data centers, networking, and wireless communications, making it a significant contributor to the ongoing digital transformation and growth in cloud computing.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+25.57%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.73%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Broadcom reported an EPS of $2.05, significantly exceeding expectations by 22.53%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.18% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Broadcom to continue its strong performance in Q2-2026, with a consensus EPS of $2.39 and revenue of $22.1 billion. The market is closely watching for any signs of growth in key segments.

Bull Case

If Broadcom beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about market demand and negatively impact the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.39

EPS is a critical measure of a company's profitability and helps investors gauge its financial health.

Revenue

$22.1B

Revenue figures indicate the company's ability to generate sales and are a key driver of stock performance.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Broadcom's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.39?

A beat on EPS could reinforce investor confidence in the company's growth trajectory and demand for its products.

What guidance will management provide regarding revenue growth in key segments?

Management's outlook on revenue growth will be crucial for assessing future performance and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Broadcom to exceed its EPS estimates due to strong demand in its key markets, particularly in data centers and cloud services.

Supporting Evidence

Broadcom has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors expect significant news.

Recent trends in semiconductor demand suggest a rebound that could positively impact Broadcom's revenue.

Key Risk

If revenue from data center solutions exceeds $12 billion, it could significantly alter the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Broadcom can sustain its growth momentum amid increasing competition and economic uncertainty.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.50 or higher, alongside revenue growth of at least 5% year-over-year, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.36 or revenue below $21.9 billion would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.36%

Historical Avg

±1.92%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened investor uncertainty.

Options are pricing a 9.36% move, while the stock has averaged only 1.92% over the last 8 quarters, suggesting a rich setup.

Detail

ATM IV

1.3%

30d HV

39.2%

Calls (6.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (5.3M)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 4 of 9 faded and 5 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.4%, with a raw directional average of -0.5% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Broadcom beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 1.92% the next day, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

Should Broadcom miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.73%, raising concerns about demand.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

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

Trades

3 buys·2 sells

Members

House + Senate

Est. Notional

$5,005.00–$75,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-OHDavid J. TaylorRep.
2

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on demand trends in data center and cloud segments.
2Management's commentary on supply chain challenges and their impact on production.
3Insights into new product launches or innovations in the pipeline.
4Guidance on future revenue growth and market expansion plans.
5Any changes in competitive landscape and how Broadcom plans to address them.

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Company Snapshot

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) is a leading semiconductor company that designs, develops, and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of a company's profitability and helps investors gauge its financial health.

$2.39

Revenue

Revenue figures indicate the company's ability to generate sales and are a key driver of stock performance.

$22.1B

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

AVGO Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+25.57%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.73%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Broadcom reported an EPS of $2.05, significantly exceeding expectations by 22.53%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.18% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Broadcom beats EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its products, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about market demand and negatively impact the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$2.39

EPS is a critical measure of a company's profitability and helps investors gauge its financial health.

Revenue

$22.1B

Revenue figures indicate the company's ability to generate sales and are a key driver of stock performance.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Broadcom's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.39?

A beat on EPS could reinforce investor confidence in the company's growth trajectory and demand for its products.

What guidance will management provide regarding revenue growth in key segments?

Management's outlook on revenue growth will be crucial for assessing future performance and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Broadcom to exceed its EPS estimates due to strong demand in its key markets, particularly in data centers and cloud services.

Supporting Evidence

Broadcom has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors expect significant news.

Recent trends in semiconductor demand suggest a rebound that could positively impact Broadcom's revenue.

Key Risk

If revenue from data center solutions exceeds $12 billion, it could significantly alter the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Broadcom can sustain its growth momentum amid increasing competition and economic uncertainty.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.50 or higher, alongside revenue growth of at least 5% year-over-year, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.36 or revenue below $21.9 billion would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.36%

Historical Avg

±1.92%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move following the earnings report, indicating heightened investor uncertainty.

Options are pricing a 9.36% move, while the stock has averaged only 1.92% over the last 8 quarters, suggesting a rich setup.

Detail

ATM IV

1.3%

30d HV

39.2%

Calls (6.1M)P/C Ratio: 0.47Puts (5.3M)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Semiconductors

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 9 (44%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Broadcom beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 1.92% the next day, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors reassess growth prospects.

Miss

Should Broadcom miss expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.73%, raising concerns about demand.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

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

Trades

3 buys·2 sells

Members

House + Senate

Est. Notional

$5,005.00–$75,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-OHDavid J. TaylorRep.
2

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on demand trends in data center and cloud segments.
2Management's commentary on supply chain challenges and their impact on production.
3Insights into new product launches or innovations in the pipeline.
4Guidance on future revenue growth and market expansion plans.
5Any changes in competitive landscape and how Broadcom plans to address them.