Equity Profile

ET

Energy Transfer LP

EnergyOil & Gas Storage & Transportation$66.7B

Aug5Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Energy Transfer LP (ET) is a major player in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas storage and transportation. With a market cap of $66 billion, the company plays a crucial role in the infrastructure that moves energy products across the U.S., making it significant in the context of energy supply and demand dynamics.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely watch this quarter.

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Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the company's operational performance and demand for its services.

Not available

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ET Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-7.59%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.09%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Energy Transfer reported an EPS of $0.35, missing estimates by 7.41%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.54% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Energy Transfer's upcoming earnings, given the company's recent performance and the broader energy market trends.

Bull Case

If Energy Transfer can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a recovery in demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports another earnings miss, it could raise concerns about its operational challenges and impact investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter?

Given the recent history of EPS misses, this figure will be critical in assessing the company's financial health and market confidence.

How has demand for oil and gas transportation changed this quarter?

Changes in demand can significantly impact revenue and profitability, making this a key focus for investors.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent infrastructure investments that could enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing for a larger move than historically realized, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in energy demand suggest a rebound that may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in above $0.35, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently weighing the potential for recovery against the backdrop of recent earnings misses.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.40 or higher would confirm a strong recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.30 would suggest ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.73%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.7% while ET has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

21.5%

Calls (1.5M)P/C Ratio: 0.07Puts (697K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Energy Transfer beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.49%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

Should the results come in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses again, history indicates a potential decline of around 0.15%, which could raise concerns about its operational stability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on infrastructure investments and their expected impact on operational efficiency.
2Details on changes in demand for oil and gas transportation services.
3Management's outlook on future earnings and revenue growth.
4Insights into cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
5Any commentary on regulatory changes affecting the energy sector.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely watch this quarter.

Not available

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the company's operational performance and demand for its services.

Not available

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

ET Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

25%

Avg EPS Surprise

-7.59%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.09%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Energy Transfer reported an EPS of $0.35, missing estimates by 7.41%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.54% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Energy Transfer's upcoming earnings, given the company's recent performance and the broader energy market trends.

Bull Case

If Energy Transfer can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a recovery in demand and operational efficiency, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports another earnings miss, it could raise concerns about its operational challenges and impact investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter?

Given the recent history of EPS misses, this figure will be critical in assessing the company's financial health and market confidence.

How has demand for oil and gas transportation changed this quarter?

Changes in demand can significantly impact revenue and profitability, making this a key focus for investors.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the impact of recent infrastructure investments that could enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing for a larger move than historically realized, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in energy demand suggest a rebound that may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in above $0.35, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently weighing the potential for recovery against the backdrop of recent earnings misses.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.40 or higher would confirm a strong recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.30 would suggest ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.73%

Historical Avg

±1.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.7% while ET has averaged ±1.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

21.5%

Calls (1.5M)P/C Ratio: 0.07Puts (697K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Energy Transfer beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.49%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

Should the results come in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

If the company misses again, history indicates a potential decline of around 0.15%, which could raise concerns about its operational stability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on infrastructure investments and their expected impact on operational efficiency.
2Details on changes in demand for oil and gas transportation services.
3Management's outlook on future earnings and revenue growth.
4Insights into cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
5Any commentary on regulatory changes affecting the energy sector.