Equity Profile

CCU

CompaÃ±Ãa CervecerÃas Unidas S.A.

Consumer StaplesBrewers$2.0B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2018After Close1:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A. (CCU) is a major brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing and distributing a variety of beverages, including beer and soft drinks....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

This metric will help investors understand how well CCU is performing in a competitive beverage market.

N/A

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how effectively CCU is managing its costs.

N/A

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CCU Q2-2018 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A. (CCU) is a major brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing and distributing a variety of beverages, including beer and soft drinks. With a market cap of $2 billion, CCU plays a significant role in the beverage industry, particularly in Latin America, where consumer spending trends can heavily influence its performance.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-7.34%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.31%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, CCU reported an EPS of $307.10, but no revenue estimates were available. The stock saw a slight increase of 0.31% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for CCU's upcoming earnings are uncertain due to a lack of analyst estimates and management guidance. Investors are keen to see how the company navigates market challenges.

Bull Case

If CCU can report strong revenue growth and improve its market share, it could lead to a positive reaction in the stock price, especially given the consumer staples sector's resilience.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if CCU fails to meet expectations for profitability or shows declining market share, it could face negative sentiment from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected revenue growth for CCU this quarter?

Revenue growth will be crucial in assessing CCU's ability to compete in a challenging market and could influence investor sentiment.

How is CCU managing its costs and profitability?

Understanding cost management will be vital for evaluating CCU's operational efficiency and overall financial health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating CCU's ability to capture market share in emerging markets, which could lead to stronger-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 22.92% move, indicating high expectations that may not align with historical performance.

CCU's recent product launches have not been fully factored into revenue projections.

Key Risk

If CCU shows strong sales from new products, it could significantly alter the consensus outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on CCU's ability to navigate market challenges and maintain profitability in a competitive landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of over 5% would confirm the bull case and indicate strong market performance.

Bear Confirmed If

Conversely, a decline in market share or negative revenue growth would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.92%

Historical Avg

±0.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±22.9% while CCU has averaged ±0.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

35.7%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 1.12Puts (0)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.7% (modestly positive historical bias).

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Mixed flows

Institutional

13.85%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

100

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

First Eagle Investment Management, LLC
15,915,910 sh · $182.2M
8.61%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CCU beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 1.07%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

Should CCU miss expectations, the stock could decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of 1.19%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on revenue.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
3Details on market share changes in key regions.
4Commentary on consumer trends and preferences affecting sales.
5Guidance on future earnings expectations and market outlook.

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Company Snapshot

Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A. (CCU) is a major brewer in the consumer staples sector, known for producing and distributing a variety of beverages, including beer and soft drinks....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

This metric will help investors understand how well CCU is performing in a competitive beverage market.

N/A

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how effectively CCU is managing its costs.

N/A

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

CCU Q2-2018 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-7.34%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.31%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, CCU reported an EPS of $307.10, but no revenue estimates were available. The stock saw a slight increase of 0.31% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for CCU's upcoming earnings are uncertain due to a lack of analyst estimates and management guidance. Investors are keen to see how the company navigates market challenges.

Bull Case

If CCU can report strong revenue growth and improve its market share, it could lead to a positive reaction in the stock price, especially given the consumer staples sector's resilience.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if CCU fails to meet expectations for profitability or shows declining market share, it could face negative sentiment from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected revenue growth for CCU this quarter?

Revenue growth will be crucial in assessing CCU's ability to compete in a challenging market and could influence investor sentiment.

How is CCU managing its costs and profitability?

Understanding cost management will be vital for evaluating CCU's operational efficiency and overall financial health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating CCU's ability to capture market share in emerging markets, which could lead to stronger-than-expected revenue growth.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a 22.92% move, indicating high expectations that may not align with historical performance.

CCU's recent product launches have not been fully factored into revenue projections.

Key Risk

If CCU shows strong sales from new products, it could significantly alter the consensus outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on CCU's ability to navigate market challenges and maintain profitability in a competitive landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of over 5% would confirm the bull case and indicate strong market performance.

Bear Confirmed If

Conversely, a decline in market share or negative revenue growth would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.92%

Historical Avg

±0.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±22.9% while CCU has averaged ±0.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

30d HV

35.7%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 1.12Puts (0)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Mixed flows

Institutional

13.85%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

100

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

First Eagle Investment Management, LLC
15,915,910 sh · $182.2M
8.61%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If CCU beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by an average of 1.07%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see muted movement as investors digest the commentary.

Miss

Should CCU miss expectations, the stock could decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of 1.19%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on revenue.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
3Details on market share changes in key regions.
4Commentary on consumer trends and preferences affecting sales.
5Guidance on future earnings expectations and market outlook.