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Daktronics, Inc.

Information TechnologyElectronic Equipment & Instruments$975.8M

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Daktronics, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of electronic displays and scoreboards, primarily serving the sports, transportation, and advertising sectors....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge whether the company is improving its financial performance.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

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DAKT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Daktronics, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of electronic displays and scoreboards, primarily serving the sports, transportation, and advertising sectors. As part of the Information Technology sector, its innovations in display technology are crucial for enhancing visual communication in various industries.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-112.54%

Avg Stock Reaction

+4.29%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Daktronics reported an EPS of $0.06, which was significantly below the expected $0.18, leading to an 11.13% drop in stock price the following day. This miss raised concerns about the company's ability to meet market expectations.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving production efficiency.
Commitment to expanding into new markets.
Plans to enhance product offerings with new technology.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautious ahead of the earnings report, especially after the significant EPS miss last quarter. The market is looking for signs of recovery and improvement in financial performance.

Bull Case

If Daktronics can report better-than-expected EPS and show signs of revenue growth, it could restore investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could result in further declines in stock price and increased skepticism about its future prospects.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Daktronics achieve a positive EPS this quarter?

A positive EPS would indicate a turnaround in profitability and could boost investor confidence after recent misses.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

Understanding revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market position and future prospects.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Daktronics' potential for a significant rebound in demand for electronic displays, driven by increased investment in sports and advertising sectors.

Supporting Evidence

The recent uptick in sports events and advertising budgets could lead to higher sales.

Options pricing suggests a larger move is expected, indicating market uncertainty that may not fully reflect the company's potential.

Past performance shows that Daktronics has rebounded strongly after previous misses.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are critical as they will determine whether Daktronics can recover from its recent performance struggles.

Bull Confirmed If

Reporting an EPS of $0.20 or higher would confirm the bull case and indicate a strong recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.05 would confirm the bear case and raise concerns about ongoing profitability issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.34%

Historical Avg

±14.3%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 14.34%, indicating that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±14.3% while DAKT has averaged ±14.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

30.5%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Daktronics beats expectations, history suggests a stock increase of around 17.52%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see a muted response as investors await further clarity.

Miss

If the company misses again, history suggests a decline of about 3.66%, which could lead to increased skepticism about its recovery.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches that could drive sales.
2Insights into market demand for electronic displays in sports and advertising.
3Management's outlook on cost management and efficiency improvements.
4Details on customer acquisition and retention strategies.
5Comments on competitive pressures and market share.

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Company Snapshot

Daktronics, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of electronic displays and scoreboards, primarily serving the sports, transportation, and advertising sectors....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge whether the company is improving its financial performance.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

N/A

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

DAKT Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-112.54%

Avg Stock Reaction

+4.29%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on improving production efficiency.
Commitment to expanding into new markets.
Plans to enhance product offerings with new technology.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautious ahead of the earnings report, especially after the significant EPS miss last quarter. The market is looking for signs of recovery and improvement in financial performance.

Bull Case

If Daktronics can report better-than-expected EPS and show signs of revenue growth, it could restore investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could result in further declines in stock price and increased skepticism about its future prospects.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Daktronics achieve a positive EPS this quarter?

A positive EPS would indicate a turnaround in profitability and could boost investor confidence after recent misses.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

Understanding revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market position and future prospects.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Daktronics' potential for a significant rebound in demand for electronic displays, driven by increased investment in sports and advertising sectors.

Supporting Evidence

The recent uptick in sports events and advertising budgets could lead to higher sales.

Options pricing suggests a larger move is expected, indicating market uncertainty that may not fully reflect the company's potential.

Past performance shows that Daktronics has rebounded strongly after previous misses.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds expectations, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are critical as they will determine whether Daktronics can recover from its recent performance struggles.

Bull Confirmed If

Reporting an EPS of $0.20 or higher would confirm the bull case and indicate a strong recovery.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.05 would confirm the bear case and raise concerns about ongoing profitability issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.34%

Historical Avg

±14.3%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 14.34%, indicating that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±14.3% while DAKT has averaged ±14.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

30.5%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Daktronics beats expectations, history suggests a stock increase of around 17.52%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but cautious, the stock may see a muted response as investors await further clarity.

Miss

If the company misses again, history suggests a decline of about 3.66%, which could lead to increased skepticism about its recovery.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches that could drive sales.
2Insights into market demand for electronic displays in sports and advertising.
3Management's outlook on cost management and efficiency improvements.
4Details on customer acquisition and retention strategies.
5Comments on competitive pressures and market share.