Equity Profile

HUN

Huntsman Corporation

MaterialsDiversified Chemicals$2.1B

Jul30Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Huntsman Corporation (HUN) operates in the materials sector, focusing on diversified chemicals. The company plays a crucial role in supplying products that are essential for various industries, including construction, automotive, and textiles, which are influenced by trends in consumer spending and sustainability.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, critical for long-term success.

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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

Overall expectations for Huntsman's upcoming earnings are uncertain, with no analyst estimates available. Investors are keen to see if the company can maintain its slight positive momentum.

Bull Case

If Huntsman can report better-than-expected EPS and revenue growth, it may signal a recovery in demand and operational efficiency, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports wider losses or disappointing revenue figures, it could raise concerns about ongoing operational challenges and market conditions.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in assessing the company's profitability and could significantly impact stock performance.

How does Huntsman plan to address revenue growth challenges?

Investors will be looking for insights into the company's strategies to boost sales in a competitive environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Huntsman's potential for recovery, especially given recent positive EPS surprises.

Supporting Evidence

Huntsman has shown a 50% EPS beat rate in recent quarters, indicating potential for positive surprises.

The stock has historically reacted positively to small beats, suggesting that even minor improvements could lead to significant gains.

Key Risk

If Huntsman reports an EPS above -$0.20, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is under scrutiny as Huntsman seeks to demonstrate recovery in a challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.00 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating a turnaround in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS loss greater than -$0.20 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing financial struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.75%

Historical Avg

±3.2%

Pricing rich

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

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)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Huntsman beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.03% on the first day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors digest the details.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.03% on the first day, reflecting disappointment in the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost-cutting measures and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into demand trends in key markets such as automotive and construction.
3Management's outlook on raw material costs and supply chain stability.
4Details on any new product launches or innovations.
5Guidance on expected revenue growth for the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and financial health, which investors closely monitor.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and market share, critical for long-term success.

N/A

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

Overall expectations for Huntsman's upcoming earnings are uncertain, with no analyst estimates available. Investors are keen to see if the company can maintain its slight positive momentum.

Bull Case

If Huntsman can report better-than-expected EPS and revenue growth, it may signal a recovery in demand and operational efficiency, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports wider losses or disappointing revenue figures, it could raise concerns about ongoing operational challenges and market conditions.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in assessing the company's profitability and could significantly impact stock performance.

How does Huntsman plan to address revenue growth challenges?

Investors will be looking for insights into the company's strategies to boost sales in a competitive environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Huntsman's potential for recovery, especially given recent positive EPS surprises.

Supporting Evidence

Huntsman has shown a 50% EPS beat rate in recent quarters, indicating potential for positive surprises.

The stock has historically reacted positively to small beats, suggesting that even minor improvements could lead to significant gains.

Key Risk

If Huntsman reports an EPS above -$0.20, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is under scrutiny as Huntsman seeks to demonstrate recovery in a challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.00 or better would confirm the bull case, indicating a turnaround in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS loss greater than -$0.20 would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing financial struggles.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.75%

Historical Avg

±3.2%

Pricing rich

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

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)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Huntsman beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.03% on the first day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors digest the details.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.03% on the first day, reflecting disappointment in the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost-cutting measures and their impact on profitability.
2Insights into demand trends in key markets such as automotive and construction.
3Management's outlook on raw material costs and supply chain stability.
4Details on any new product launches or innovations.
5Guidance on expected revenue growth for the upcoming quarters.