Equity Profile

HUN

Huntsman Corporation

MaterialsDiversified Chemicals$1.8B

Jul30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Huntsman Corporation (HUN) is a global manufacturer of differentiated chemicals and a leader in the materials sector. The company plays a critical role in various industries, including construction, automotive, and textiles, making it a key player in the diversified chemicals market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

$0.07

Revenue

Revenue figures reflect the overall sales performance and market demand for Huntsman's products, which is vital for assessing growth.

$1.6B

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HUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

-12.27%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.00%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Huntsman reported an EPS of -$0.20, slightly beating expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 8.45% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Huntsman to report modest earnings this quarter, with EPS projected at $0.07 and revenue at $1.6 billion.

Bull Case

If Huntsman can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a recovery in demand and improved profitability.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates again, it may indicate ongoing challenges in the market, leading to further declines in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.07

Earnings per share is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

Revenue

$1.6B

Revenue figures reflect the overall sales performance and market demand for Huntsman's products, which is vital for assessing growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Huntsman achieve an EPS of $0.07 or better?

This figure is critical as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to recovery or still facing significant challenges.

How does revenue of $1.6 billion compare to previous quarters?

Revenue growth is essential for assessing market demand and the company's ability to capitalize on opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Huntsman's ability to rebound, given recent positive surprises in earnings despite overall losses.

Supporting Evidence

The stock has shown resilience with an 8.45% gain after the last earnings surprise.

Options are pricing a 6.75% move, indicating higher expectations than historical averages suggest.

Key Risk

If Huntsman reports an EPS above $0.10, it could challenge the current negative sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Huntsman can stabilize its earnings and revenue amid challenging market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm a positive outlook and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.02 would indicate continued struggles and could lead to a negative market reaction.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.75%

Historical Avg

±3.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings report, suggesting uncertainty about the results.

Options are pricing ±6.8% while HUN has averaged ±3.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

45.5%

Calls (252K)P/C Ratio: 2.71Puts (16K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Materials

n=30

Fade rate: 13 of 30 (43%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Materials in the last 2 years. 13 of 30 faded and 17 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.6%, with a raw directional average of -0.1% (roughly flat historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Huntsman beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.03%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting ongoing uncertainty.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 2.03%, indicating continued struggles in the market.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on demand trends in key sectors like automotive and construction.
2Updates on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into any new product launches or innovations.
4Management's outlook on market conditions for the remainder of the year.
5Discussion on any potential acquisitions or partnerships that could drive growth.

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

$0.07

Revenue

Revenue figures reflect the overall sales performance and market demand for Huntsman's products, which is vital for assessing growth.

$1.6B

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

HUN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

-12.27%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.00%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, Huntsman reported an EPS of -$0.20, slightly beating expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 8.45% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Huntsman to report modest earnings this quarter, with EPS projected at $0.07 and revenue at $1.6 billion.

Bull Case

If Huntsman can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a recovery in demand and improved profitability.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates again, it may indicate ongoing challenges in the market, leading to further declines in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.07

Earnings per share is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

Revenue

$1.6B

Revenue figures reflect the overall sales performance and market demand for Huntsman's products, which is vital for assessing growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Huntsman achieve an EPS of $0.07 or better?

This figure is critical as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to recovery or still facing significant challenges.

How does revenue of $1.6 billion compare to previous quarters?

Revenue growth is essential for assessing market demand and the company's ability to capitalize on opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Huntsman's ability to rebound, given recent positive surprises in earnings despite overall losses.

Supporting Evidence

The stock has shown resilience with an 8.45% gain after the last earnings surprise.

Options are pricing a 6.75% move, indicating higher expectations than historical averages suggest.

Key Risk

If Huntsman reports an EPS above $0.10, it could challenge the current negative sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Huntsman can stabilize its earnings and revenue amid challenging market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.10 or higher would confirm a positive outlook and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.02 would indicate continued struggles and could lead to a negative market reaction.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.75%

Historical Avg

±3.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings report, suggesting uncertainty about the results.

Options are pricing ±6.8% while HUN has averaged ±3.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

45.5%

Calls (252K)P/C Ratio: 2.71Puts (16K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Materials

n=30

Fade rate: 13 of 30 (43%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Huntsman beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.03%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting ongoing uncertainty.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of approximately 2.03%, indicating continued struggles in the market.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on demand trends in key sectors like automotive and construction.
2Updates on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into any new product launches or innovations.
4Management's outlook on market conditions for the remainder of the year.
5Discussion on any potential acquisitions or partnerships that could drive growth.