Equity Profile

CPRT

Copart, Inc.

IndustrialsDiversified Support Services$25.4B

Sep3Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Copart, Inc. is a leading provider of online vehicle auctions and remarketing services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will help gauge how well Copart is managing its costs and revenue.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate the demand for Copart's services and how effectively it is capturing market share in the vehicle auction space.

N/A

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CPRT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Copart, Inc. is a leading provider of online vehicle auctions and remarketing services. Operating in the industrial sector, it plays a crucial role in the automotive industry by facilitating the sale of salvage and used vehicles, which is increasingly important as consumer spending shifts and the demand for used cars remains strong.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.67%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter (Q3-2026), Copart reported an EPS of $0.43, beating expectations by 4.88%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.12% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Copart's upcoming earnings, especially after a recent EPS beat. However, uncertainty remains due to the lack of revenue guidance.

Bull Case

If Copart continues to show strong auction volumes and profitability, it could signal robust demand in the used vehicle market, 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 saturation and profitability, resulting in a negative stock response.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the auction volume for the quarter?

Auction volume is a direct indicator of demand for Copart's services and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

How does management view the competitive landscape in the vehicle auction market?

Understanding management's perspective on competition can provide insights into future growth prospects and market challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Copart's resilience in a competitive market, as recent auction trends suggest a stronger demand than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

The recent EPS beat indicates better-than-expected operational efficiency.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that traders expect more volatility than the consensus suggests.

Key Risk

If auction volume exceeds expectations, it could invalidate bearish sentiment and drive the stock higher.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around market demand and Copart's ability to maintain its growth trajectory amidst competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

Auction volume growth of over 10% year-over-year would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in auction volume or negative commentary on market conditions would support the bearish case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±15.04%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±15.0% while CPRT has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

22.9%

Calls (31K)P/C Ratio: 0.64Puts (32K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 24 (25%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 18 of 24 (75%) 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).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Copart beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 1.09%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 0.57%, reflecting concerns over profitability and market conditions.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on auction volume trends compared to last quarter.
2Management's outlook on competitive pressures in the vehicle auction market.
3Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
4Discussion on any new technology or services being introduced.
5Comments on consumer demand trends in the used vehicle market.

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Company Snapshot

Copart, Inc. is a leading provider of online vehicle auctions and remarketing services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will help gauge how well Copart is managing its costs and revenue.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate the demand for Copart's services and how effectively it is capturing market share in the vehicle auction space.

N/A

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

CPRT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.67%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter (Q3-2026), Copart reported an EPS of $0.43, beating expectations by 4.88%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.12% the next day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Copart's upcoming earnings, especially after a recent EPS beat. However, uncertainty remains due to the lack of revenue guidance.

Bull Case

If Copart continues to show strong auction volumes and profitability, it could signal robust demand in the used vehicle market, 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 saturation and profitability, resulting in a negative stock response.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the auction volume for the quarter?

Auction volume is a direct indicator of demand for Copart's services and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

How does management view the competitive landscape in the vehicle auction market?

Understanding management's perspective on competition can provide insights into future growth prospects and market challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Copart's resilience in a competitive market, as recent auction trends suggest a stronger demand than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

The recent EPS beat indicates better-than-expected operational efficiency.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that traders expect more volatility than the consensus suggests.

Key Risk

If auction volume exceeds expectations, it could invalidate bearish sentiment and drive the stock higher.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around market demand and Copart's ability to maintain its growth trajectory amidst competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

Auction volume growth of over 10% year-over-year would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in auction volume or negative commentary on market conditions would support the bearish case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±15.04%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±15.0% while CPRT has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

22.9%

Calls (31K)P/C Ratio: 0.64Puts (32K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 6 of 24 (25%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Copart beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 1.09%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 0.57%, reflecting concerns over profitability and market conditions.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on auction volume trends compared to last quarter.
2Management's outlook on competitive pressures in the vehicle auction market.
3Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
4Discussion on any new technology or services being introduced.
5Comments on consumer demand trends in the used vehicle market.