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Fortis Inc.

UtilitiesElectric Utilities$28.8B

Jul31Fri

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Fortis Inc. is a utility company that provides electricity and natural gas to customers across Canada and the United States....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating profit.

0.54

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's overall sales performance and demand for its services, which is essential for understanding growth.

2.9B

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FTS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Fortis Inc. is a utility company that provides electricity and natural gas to customers across Canada and the United States. As a key player in the electric utilities sector, it plays a vital role in energy distribution and infrastructure, which is increasingly important as the world shifts toward sustainable energy solutions.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.62%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.45%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Fortis reported an EPS of $0.73, exceeding expectations by 4.61%. However, the stock experienced a decline of 2.28% the following day, indicating mixed market reactions despite the earnings beat.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to focus on capital investments to enhance infrastructure.
Maintain commitment to sustainable energy initiatives.
Aim for consistent dividend growth.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic about Fortis's upcoming earnings, expecting a solid performance based on previous beats. The consensus EPS of $0.54 reflects confidence in the company's ability to manage costs effectively.

Bull Case

If Fortis can exceed the EPS estimate and demonstrate strong revenue growth, it could reinforce investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the recent market volatility.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.54

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating profit.

Revenue

2.9B

Total revenue gives insight into the company's overall sales performance and demand for its services, which is essential for understanding growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.54?

A beat on EPS would reinforce Fortis's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth is crucial for investor confidence, especially in the context of ongoing investments in infrastructure.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Fortis's ability to leverage its investments in infrastructure to drive revenue growth, especially in a transitioning energy market.

Supporting Evidence

Fortis has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong operational management.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors expect significant news.

Recent trends in utility demand may not be fully reflected in current consensus estimates.

Key Risk

If Fortis provides strong guidance on future revenue growth, it could challenge the current cautious consensus.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing Fortis's ability to maintain its earnings momentum against potential challenges in the utility sector.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.56 or higher, coupled with strong revenue growth, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.53 would raise concerns about the company's profitability and growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.39%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.4% while FTS has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

17.1%

Calls (0)P/C Ratio: 1.07Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Fortis beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction of around +1.45%, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further commentary from management.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around -2.28% following disappointing earnings.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on capital investment plans and their expected impact on revenue.
2Details on customer demand trends and how they may affect future earnings.
3Management's commentary on regulatory changes and their implications for operations.
4Insights into the company's sustainability initiatives and their impact on long-term growth.
5Any information regarding dividend policy and future increases.

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Company Snapshot

Fortis Inc. is a utility company that provides electricity and natural gas to customers across Canada and the United States....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating profit.

0.54

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's overall sales performance and demand for its services, which is essential for understanding growth.

2.9B

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

FTS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+4.62%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.45%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to focus on capital investments to enhance infrastructure.
Maintain commitment to sustainable energy initiatives.
Aim for consistent dividend growth.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Fortis can exceed the EPS estimate and demonstrate strong revenue growth, it could reinforce investor confidence and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations or provides weak guidance, it could lead to a decline in stock price, especially given the recent market volatility.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.54

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing its costs and generating profit.

Revenue

2.9B

Total revenue gives insight into the company's overall sales performance and demand for its services, which is essential for understanding growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.54?

A beat on EPS would reinforce Fortis's strong performance trend and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Clear guidance on revenue growth is crucial for investor confidence, especially in the context of ongoing investments in infrastructure.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Fortis's ability to leverage its investments in infrastructure to drive revenue growth, especially in a transitioning energy market.

Supporting Evidence

Fortis has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong operational management.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that investors expect significant news.

Recent trends in utility demand may not be fully reflected in current consensus estimates.

Key Risk

If Fortis provides strong guidance on future revenue growth, it could challenge the current cautious consensus.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is weighing Fortis's ability to maintain its earnings momentum against potential challenges in the utility sector.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.56 or higher, coupled with strong revenue growth, would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.53 would raise concerns about the company's profitability and growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.39%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±6.4% while FTS has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

17.1%

Calls (0)P/C Ratio: 1.07Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Fortis beats expectations, history suggests a positive stock reaction of around +1.45%, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further commentary from management.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around -2.28% following disappointing earnings.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on capital investment plans and their expected impact on revenue.
2Details on customer demand trends and how they may affect future earnings.
3Management's commentary on regulatory changes and their implications for operations.
4Insights into the company's sustainability initiatives and their impact on long-term growth.
5Any information regarding dividend policy and future increases.