Equity Profile

HEI

HEICO CORP NEW

IndustrialsAerospace & Defense$46.3B

May25Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ3-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

HEICO Corp is a leading manufacturer of aerospace and defense components, providing critical parts and services that support the aviation industry. With a market cap of $46 billion, the company plays a vital role in the industrial sector, particularly as global air travel and defense spending continue to recover post-pandemic.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well HEICO is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and respond to demand in the aerospace sector.

N/A

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HEI Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+14.29%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.37%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, HEICO reported an EPS of $1.66, significantly beating estimates by 24.62%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of HEICO's earnings report, especially given its strong track record of beating EPS estimates. However, the lack of revenue guidance raises questions about future growth.

Bull Case

If HEICO continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand in the aerospace sector, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if the company fails to provide clear revenue guidance or if costs have risen significantly, it could lead to a negative market reaction, especially given the current economic uncertainties.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capitalize on the recovering aerospace market and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

What are the key drivers behind the EPS performance?

Understanding the factors contributing to EPS will help investors gauge the sustainability of HEICO's profitability and operational efficiency.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HEICO's ability to leverage increased defense spending, which could drive higher-than-expected revenue growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

HEICO has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational control.

The aerospace sector is recovering faster than anticipated, which could benefit HEICO's sales.

Options pricing suggests higher volatility, indicating that traders expect significant movement based on the earnings report.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 15%, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment and lead to a reevaluation of HEICO's growth potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter revolves around HEICO's ability to maintain its growth trajectory in a recovering aerospace market while managing costs effectively.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of over 15% year-over-year would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and operational success.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or stagnation would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about market competitiveness and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.17%

Historical Avg

±1.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.17%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.2% while HEI has averaged ±1.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

47.7%

Calls (137K)P/C Ratio: 1.04Puts (79K)

Edge

Insider Activity

Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.

Bought

$0.00

0 sh

0 insiders

Sold

$150,748.47

676 sh

1 insider

Net

$150,748.47

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 1 open-market trade

Insider

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HEICO beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.85%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line but management expresses caution, the stock could see a muted reaction as investors weigh future risks.

Miss

If HEICO misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.37%, which could raise concerns about its growth prospects.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on defense contracts or government spending that could impact revenue.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effects on profitability.
3Details on market demand trends in the aerospace sector.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Any commentary on supply chain issues that could affect production.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well HEICO is managing costs and generating income.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its market share and respond to demand in the aerospace sector.

N/A

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

HEI Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+14.29%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.37%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2-2026, HEICO reported an EPS of $1.66, significantly beating estimates by 24.62%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If HEICO continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and robust demand in the aerospace sector, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the revenue growth rate compared to last year?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capitalize on the recovering aerospace market and will heavily influence investor sentiment.

What are the key drivers behind the EPS performance?

Understanding the factors contributing to EPS will help investors gauge the sustainability of HEICO's profitability and operational efficiency.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate HEICO's ability to leverage increased defense spending, which could drive higher-than-expected revenue growth this quarter.

Supporting Evidence

HEICO has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational control.

The aerospace sector is recovering faster than anticipated, which could benefit HEICO's sales.

Options pricing suggests higher volatility, indicating that traders expect significant movement based on the earnings report.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 15%, it could challenge the current cautious sentiment and lead to a reevaluation of HEICO's growth potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter revolves around HEICO's ability to maintain its growth trajectory in a recovering aerospace market while managing costs effectively.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of over 15% year-over-year would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and operational success.

Bear Confirmed If

A revenue decline or stagnation would confirm the bear case, raising concerns about market competitiveness and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.17%

Historical Avg

±1.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.17%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.2% while HEI has averaged ±1.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

47.7%

Calls (137K)P/C Ratio: 1.04Puts (79K)

Edge

Insider Activity

Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.

Bought

$0.00

0 sh

0 insiders

Sold

$150,748.47

676 sh

1 insider

Net

$150,748.47

Net selling

Most Active Insiders· 1 open-market trade

Insider

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HEICO beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.85%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line but management expresses caution, the stock could see a muted reaction as investors weigh future risks.

Miss

If HEICO misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.37%, which could raise concerns about its growth prospects.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on defense contracts or government spending that could impact revenue.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their effects on profitability.
3Details on market demand trends in the aerospace sector.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and potential challenges.
5Any commentary on supply chain issues that could affect production.