Equity Profile

KD

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc.

Information TechnologyIT Consulting & Other Services$3.0B

May12Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ1-2027After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. is an IT consulting and services company that focuses on managing and modernizing IT infrastructure for businesses....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

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Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share, which is vital for investor confidence.

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

KD Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. is an IT consulting and services company that focuses on managing and modernizing IT infrastructure for businesses. As a major player in the Information Technology sector, Kyndryl is positioned to benefit from trends like cloud computing and digital transformation, which are critical for companies looking to enhance their operational efficiency.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+57.64%

Avg Stock Reaction

-8.05%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Kyndryl reported an EPS of $0.18, significantly missing estimates by 44%. This disappointing performance led to a sharp decline in the stock price the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations for Kyndryl's upcoming earnings are cautious, especially given the company's recent underperformance. Investors are looking for signs of recovery and improvement in profitability.

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on Kyndryl successfully demonstrating a turnaround in earnings, potentially showing improved revenue growth and cost management.

Bear Case

Conversely, if Kyndryl fails to meet even modest expectations, it could lead to further declines in stock price, reflecting ongoing concerns about its business model and market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Kyndryl's EPS exceed the previous quarter's $0.18?

A positive EPS could indicate a recovery in profitability and boost investor confidence.

What specific revenue growth rates can Kyndryl report this quarter?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capture market opportunities and improve its financial health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kyndryl's potential for a rebound, given its recent cost-cutting measures and focus on strategic partnerships.

Supporting Evidence

Historically, Kyndryl has a 75% EPS beat rate, suggesting potential for positive surprises.

Options pricing indicates a lower expected move compared to historical averages, which may reflect overly cautious sentiment.

Key Risk

If Kyndryl reports an EPS above $0.25, it could significantly change the narrative and expectations for future growth.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will either validate the company's turnaround strategy or highlight ongoing struggles.

Bull Confirmed If

Kyndryl needs to show an EPS of at least $0.25 to confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.18 would reinforce bearish sentiment and concerns about the company's performance.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.6%

Historical Avg

±9.6%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing in a modest move of about 3.6%, suggesting that traders expect limited volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.6% while KD has averaged ±9.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

54.8%

Calls (8K)P/C Ratio: 0.17Puts (13K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 28 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing cheap setup in Information Technology

n=28

Fade rate: 9 of 28 (32%)

This setup has occurred 28 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 19 of 28 (68%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 8.2%, with a raw directional average of +4.0% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kyndryl beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.22%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain relatively stable, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 32.83%, as seen in previous quarters, further damaging investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on cost-cutting initiatives and their impact on profitability.
2Any new strategic partnerships that could drive future revenue.
3Details on customer retention rates and new client acquisitions.
4Insights into market demand for Kyndryl's services in the current economic climate.
5Management's outlook on future growth and market opportunities.

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Company Snapshot

Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. is an IT consulting and services company that focuses on managing and modernizing IT infrastructure for businesses....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share, which is vital for investor confidence.

N/A

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

KD Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+57.64%

Avg Stock Reaction

-8.05%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Kyndryl reported an EPS of $0.18, significantly missing estimates by 44%. This disappointing performance led to a sharp decline in the stock price the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on Kyndryl successfully demonstrating a turnaround in earnings, potentially showing improved revenue growth and cost management.

Bear Case

Conversely, if Kyndryl fails to meet even modest expectations, it could lead to further declines in stock price, reflecting ongoing concerns about its business model and market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Kyndryl's EPS exceed the previous quarter's $0.18?

A positive EPS could indicate a recovery in profitability and boost investor confidence.

What specific revenue growth rates can Kyndryl report this quarter?

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to capture market opportunities and improve its financial health.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kyndryl's potential for a rebound, given its recent cost-cutting measures and focus on strategic partnerships.

Supporting Evidence

Historically, Kyndryl has a 75% EPS beat rate, suggesting potential for positive surprises.

Options pricing indicates a lower expected move compared to historical averages, which may reflect overly cautious sentiment.

Key Risk

If Kyndryl reports an EPS above $0.25, it could significantly change the narrative and expectations for future growth.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will either validate the company's turnaround strategy or highlight ongoing struggles.

Bull Confirmed If

Kyndryl needs to show an EPS of at least $0.25 to confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.18 would reinforce bearish sentiment and concerns about the company's performance.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.6%

Historical Avg

±9.6%

Pricing cheap

The options market is pricing in a modest move of about 3.6%, suggesting that traders expect limited volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.6% while KD has averaged ±9.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing cheap.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

54.8%

Calls (8K)P/C Ratio: 0.17Puts (13K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 28 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing cheap setup in Information Technology

n=28

Fade rate: 9 of 28 (32%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kyndryl beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.22%, confirming a positive trend.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain relatively stable, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 32.83%, as seen in previous quarters, further damaging investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on cost-cutting initiatives and their impact on profitability.
2Any new strategic partnerships that could drive future revenue.
3Details on customer retention rates and new client acquisitions.
4Insights into market demand for Kyndryl's services in the current economic climate.
5Management's outlook on future growth and market opportunities.