Equity Profile

FIZZ

National Beverage Corp.

Consumer StaplesSoft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages$2.9B

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Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and overall financial health.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will show how well the company is performing in a competitive market and whether it is capturing consumer demand.

N/A

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FIZZ Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages. With a market cap of $3 billion, the company is significant in the beverage industry, especially as consumer preferences shift towards healthier options.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, National Beverage reported an EPS of $0.44, but did not provide revenue figures or analyst estimates. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 0.58% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic as they await the upcoming earnings report, especially given the company's historical performance.

Bull Case

If the company can exceed expectations on EPS and show solid revenue growth, it could lead to a positive market reaction, especially given the current consumer trend towards healthier beverages.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the earnings report shows disappointing results or lackluster growth, it could reinforce concerns about the company's competitive position and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q4-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

How did revenue perform compared to last year?

Revenue performance will indicate the company's ability to grow in a competitive market and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for revenue growth driven by new product launches that cater to health-conscious consumers.

Supporting Evidence

Historical data shows that the company has successfully launched new products that resonate with consumer trends.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors expect something noteworthy from the earnings report.

Key Risk

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

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently weighing the company's ability to maintain profitability against increasing competition and changing consumer preferences.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm strong profitability and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would suggest ongoing challenges in profitability and could lead to a negative market reaction.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.73%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±14.7% while FIZZ has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

22.4%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (400)

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).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If National Beverage beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise around 1.75% in the following days, confirming positive sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await more clarity from management.

Miss

A disappointing report could lead to a decline of about 1.48%, reflecting investor concerns about the company's future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Management's commentary on consumer trends and how they are adapting to them.
3Insights into cost management and pricing strategies in the current economic environment.
4Any guidance on future earnings expectations or market conditions.
5Discussion on competitive pressures and how the company plans to address them.

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Company Snapshot

National Beverage Corp. (FIZZ) is a key player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the company's profitability and overall financial health.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will show how well the company is performing in a competitive market and whether it is capturing consumer demand.

N/A

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

FIZZ Q4-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.36%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2026, National Beverage reported an EPS of $0.44, but did not provide revenue figures or analyst estimates. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 0.58% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic as they await the upcoming earnings report, especially given the company's historical performance.

Bull Case

If the company can exceed expectations on EPS and show solid revenue growth, it could lead to a positive market reaction, especially given the current consumer trend towards healthier beverages.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the earnings report shows disappointing results or lackluster growth, it could reinforce concerns about the company's competitive position and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q4-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

How did revenue perform compared to last year?

Revenue performance will indicate the company's ability to grow in a competitive market and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for revenue growth driven by new product launches that cater to health-conscious consumers.

Supporting Evidence

Historical data shows that the company has successfully launched new products that resonate with consumer trends.

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating that investors expect something noteworthy from the earnings report.

Key Risk

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

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is currently weighing the company's ability to maintain profitability against increasing competition and changing consumer preferences.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm strong profitability and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would suggest ongoing challenges in profitability and could lead to a negative market reaction.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.73%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, indicating heightened uncertainty or anticipation among investors.

Options are pricing ±14.7% while FIZZ has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

22.4%

Calls (200)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (400)

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%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If National Beverage beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise around 1.75% in the following days, confirming positive sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await more clarity from management.

Miss

A disappointing report could lead to a decline of about 1.48%, reflecting investor concerns about the company's future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Management's commentary on consumer trends and how they are adapting to them.
3Insights into cost management and pricing strategies in the current economic environment.
4Any guidance on future earnings expectations or market conditions.
5Discussion on competitive pressures and how the company plans to address them.