Post-earnings recap
Reported
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
EPS actual
$0.84
EPS est.
$0.25
EPS surprise
+240.08%
1-day move
-2.97%
BILL Holdings, Inc. reported a strong earnings surprise with an EPS of $0.84, significantly exceeding expectations. However, the stock price fell by nearly 3% in reaction to the earnings report. The lack of revenue data and guidance may have contributed to investor uncertainty.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.84 | N/A | +240.08% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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BILL Holdings, Inc. operates in the Information Technology sector, focusing on application software solutions that help businesses manage their finances more efficiently. As digital financial management becomes increasingly important, BILL's services are relevant to companies looking to streamline their operations and improve cash flow management.
Last quarter
In Q3-2026, BILL reported an impressive EPS of $0.68, significantly exceeding expectations. This marked a continuation of their strong performance trend, although revenue details were not disclosed.
EPS beat streak
8Q
EPS beat rate
100%
Avg EPS surprise
+1213.07%
Avg 1-day reaction
-0.52%
Investors are anticipating another strong earnings report from BILL, especially given their recent history of beating EPS estimates. The market is keen to see if this trend continues and how it affects the stock price.
Bull case
If BILL continues to outperform expectations, particularly in EPS, it could signal strong operational efficiency and growing market demand, potentially leading to a significant stock price increase.
Bear case
Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or shows signs of slowing growth, it could lead to a sharp decline in stock price, especially given the high implied volatility in options.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
What will the EPS be this quarter?
Given BILL's history of significant EPS surprises, the market will closely watch this figure to gauge the company's financial health and operational efficiency.
Q2
How is revenue trending compared to previous quarters?
Understanding revenue trends is crucial for assessing demand for BILL's services and overall business growth.
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Est. EPS
$5.07
Est. Rev
$6.8B
Impl. Move
±15.6%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may underestimate BILL's ability to maintain its high EPS growth due to its unique market position and operational efficiencies that are not fully reflected in current estimates.
Supporting evidence
BILL has consistently beaten EPS estimates by substantial margins, indicating strong underlying performance.
The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that traders expect significant volatility, which may not align with consensus expectations.
Key risk
If EPS comes in below $0.50, it could challenge the current bullish sentiment and lead to a reevaluation of the company's growth prospects.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The market is debating whether BILL can sustain its impressive earnings growth amidst increasing competition and market pressures.
Bull confirmed if
An EPS of $0.70 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $0.50 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±26.24%
Historical Avg
±2.6%
The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating that traders expect considerable volatility around the earnings announcement.
Options are pricing ±26.2% while BILL has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.6%
30d HV
55.4%
Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.
Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Information Technology
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).
Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.
Institutional
118.03%
of float
Insider
4.23%
of float
Holders
463
institutions
Top Holders· as of Jun 2026
Blackrock Inc.
8,735,197 sh · $384.3M
10.24%
4.5%
Likely market behavior by outcome. Not investment advice.
Beat & raise
If BILL beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.4% on the following day, confirming strong operational momentum.
In line / cautious
If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience a muted reaction, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
Miss
Should BILL miss expectations, the stock could decline, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around 4.6%.
The lines on the call that would change the story.
ER Collective Holdings, LLC
8,518,300 sh · $374.8M
9.99%
Flat
Starboard Value LP
7,025,748 sh · $309.1M
8.24%
0.0%
Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC
5,688,580 sh · $250.3M
6.67%
0.1%
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
5,558,053 sh · $244.6M
6.52%
96.1%
13F filings updated quarterly. Position deltas show change in shares vs. the prior quarter.