Equity Profile

HSAI

Hesai Group

Consumer DiscretionaryAutomotive Parts & Equipment$2.4B

Aug13Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Hesai Group (HSAI) operates in the automotive parts and equipment sector, focusing on advanced sensor technology for autonomous vehicles. As the automotive industry increasingly shifts towards electric and self-driving vehicles, Hesai's innovations are crucial for enhancing vehicle safety and performance.

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential to gauge how well Hesai is capturing market share in the competitive automotive sector.

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Gross Margin

Gross margin will provide insight into the company's profitability and cost management amidst rising production costs.

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HSAI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-4.76%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Hesai reported an EPS of $0.04, but the revenue figures were not disclosed. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 9.02% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product offerings in the autonomous vehicle market.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency and cost management.
Plans to enhance partnerships with automotive manufacturers.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for Hesai's upcoming earnings are uncertain due to the lack of analyst estimates and management guidance. Investors are keen to see if the company can deliver a positive surprise.

Bull Case

If Hesai can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a robust demand for its products in the growing autonomous vehicle market.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to show significant revenue growth or reports widening losses, it may raise concerns about its competitive position and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the revenue growth rate for the upcoming quarter?

This figure will be critical in assessing the company's market performance and ability to capitalize on the growing demand for automotive technology.

How will Hesai manage its gross margins in the current economic environment?

Understanding margin management will provide insights into the company's cost structure and pricing power amid rising production costs.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Hesai's potential for revenue growth due to the increasing demand for autonomous vehicle technology, which could drive higher sales than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a significant move, indicating that investors expect volatility and potential surprises.

Historical performance shows that Hesai has the capacity to rebound from negative quarters when market conditions improve.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 15%, it could challenge the current cautious consensus.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate centers around whether Hesai can effectively scale its operations and maintain profitability in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving revenue growth above 15% year-over-year would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue growth below 5% would support the bearish case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±29.86%

Historical Avg

±5.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±29.9% while HSAI has averaged ±5.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

67.7%

Calls (72K)P/C Ratio: 0.66Puts (38K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 21 (38%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Discretionary in the last 2 years. 13 of 21 (62%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.9%, with a raw directional average of +2.2% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Hesai beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise by around 5.75% in the short term, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management expresses caution, the stock may experience a muted reaction, reflecting uncertainty.

Miss

A miss on revenue expectations could lead to a decline of approximately 9% based on historical patterns, signaling deeper concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on partnerships with automotive manufacturers.
2Details on new product launches or technological advancements.
3Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
4Expectations for future revenue growth in the autonomous vehicle market.
5Management's outlook on competitive pressures and market trends.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth is essential to gauge how well Hesai is capturing market share in the competitive automotive sector.

N/A

Gross Margin

Gross margin will provide insight into the company's profitability and cost management amidst rising production costs.

N/A

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

HSAI Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

+0.00%

Avg Stock Reaction

-4.76%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Hesai reported an EPS of $0.04, but the revenue figures were not disclosed. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 9.02% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product offerings in the autonomous vehicle market.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency and cost management.
Plans to enhance partnerships with automotive manufacturers.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Hesai can demonstrate strong revenue growth and improved margins, it could signal a robust demand for its products in the growing autonomous vehicle market.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to show significant revenue growth or reports widening losses, it may raise concerns about its competitive position and market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the revenue growth rate for the upcoming quarter?

This figure will be critical in assessing the company's market performance and ability to capitalize on the growing demand for automotive technology.

How will Hesai manage its gross margins in the current economic environment?

Understanding margin management will provide insights into the company's cost structure and pricing power amid rising production costs.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Hesai's potential for revenue growth due to the increasing demand for autonomous vehicle technology, which could drive higher sales than anticipated.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a significant move, indicating that investors expect volatility and potential surprises.

Historical performance shows that Hesai has the capacity to rebound from negative quarters when market conditions improve.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 15%, it could challenge the current cautious consensus.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate centers around whether Hesai can effectively scale its operations and maintain profitability in a competitive market.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving revenue growth above 15% year-over-year would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

Revenue growth below 5% would support the bearish case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±29.86%

Historical Avg

±5.8%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±29.9% while HSAI has averaged ±5.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

67.7%

Calls (72K)P/C Ratio: 0.66Puts (38K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 8 of 21 (38%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Hesai beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could rise by around 5.75% in the short term, confirming positive market sentiment.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line but management expresses caution, the stock may experience a muted reaction, reflecting uncertainty.

Miss

A miss on revenue expectations could lead to a decline of approximately 9% based on historical patterns, signaling deeper concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on partnerships with automotive manufacturers.
2Details on new product launches or technological advancements.
3Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
4Expectations for future revenue growth in the autonomous vehicle market.
5Management's outlook on competitive pressures and market trends.