Equity Profile

OSK

Oshkosh Corporation

IndustrialsConstruction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment$7.9B

May8Fri

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market7:00 AM EDT

Oshkosh Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Down 11.16%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.85	$1.04	-18.50%
Revenue	N/A	$2.3B	N/A

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Oshkosh Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Down 11.16%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.85	$1.04	-18.50%
Revenue	N/A	$2.3B	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Oshkosh Corporation's earnings report showed a significant miss on EPS, which likely contributed to the stock's sharp decline of 11.16%. The lack of revenue details and management commentary adds uncertainty to the outlook. Investors may be concerned about the company's performance moving forward without clear guidance.

Company Snapshot

Oshkosh Corporation (OSK) is a manufacturer of specialty vehicles and equipment, serving various industries including defense, fire and emergency, and construction. With a market cap of $10 billion, the company plays a crucial role in providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety in challenging environments.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

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

$1.04

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for assessing overall business health.

$2.3B

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.70%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.18%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Oshkosh reported an EPS of $2.26, slightly missing the estimate of $2.33. The stock reacted with a minor decline of 0.55% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Oshkosh to report an EPS of $1.04 and revenue of $2.3 billion for Q1-2026. The market is cautious given the company's recent performance.

Bull Case

If Oshkosh can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and renewed investor confidence.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about ongoing challenges in the market and lead to further declines in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.04

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

Revenue

$2.3B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for assessing overall business health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Oshkosh achieve an EPS of at least $1.04?

This figure is critical as it sets the tone for investor sentiment and reflects the company's profitability.

What is the revenue outlook for the upcoming quarters?

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge the company's growth trajectory and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Oshkosh's ability to rebound from recent challenges, especially if they can leverage new contracts or market opportunities.

Supporting Evidence

Oshkosh has a history of beating EPS estimates 75% of the time, suggesting potential for positive surprises.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating heightened expectations.

Recent trends in defense spending may provide unexpected boosts to revenue.

Key Risk

If revenue exceeds $2.5 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is closely watching Oshkosh's ability to meet or exceed expectations after a series of mixed earnings reports.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.10 or higher would indicate strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.94 would confirm concerns about the company's profitability and market challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.02%

Historical Avg

±6.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.0% while OSK has averaged ±6.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

49.1%

Calls (3K)P/C Ratio: 0.20Puts (26K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Oshkosh beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.66%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see limited movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 2.82%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or partnerships that could drive revenue growth.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into market demand trends in key sectors like defense and emergency services.
4Management's outlook on supply chain challenges and their mitigation plans.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

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

$1.04

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for assessing overall business health.

$2.3B

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.70%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.18%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Oshkosh reported an EPS of $2.26, slightly missing the estimate of $2.33. The stock reacted with a minor decline of 0.55% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Oshkosh to report an EPS of $1.04 and revenue of $2.3 billion for Q1-2026. The market is cautious given the company's recent performance.

Bull Case

If Oshkosh can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal a turnaround and renewed investor confidence.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about ongoing challenges in the market and lead to further declines in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$1.04

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

Revenue

$2.3B

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for assessing overall business health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Oshkosh achieve an EPS of at least $1.04?

This figure is critical as it sets the tone for investor sentiment and reflects the company's profitability.

What is the revenue outlook for the upcoming quarters?

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge the company's growth trajectory and market demand.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Oshkosh's ability to rebound from recent challenges, especially if they can leverage new contracts or market opportunities.

Supporting Evidence

Oshkosh has a history of beating EPS estimates 75% of the time, suggesting potential for positive surprises.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating heightened expectations.

Recent trends in defense spending may provide unexpected boosts to revenue.

Key Risk

If revenue exceeds $2.5 billion, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is closely watching Oshkosh's ability to meet or exceed expectations after a series of mixed earnings reports.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.10 or higher would indicate strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.94 would confirm concerns about the company's profitability and market challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.02%

Historical Avg

±6.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±9.0% while OSK has averaged ±6.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

49.1%

Calls (3K)P/C Ratio: 0.20Puts (26K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Oshkosh beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.66%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see limited movement as investors digest the information.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of around 2.82%, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or partnerships that could drive revenue growth.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into market demand trends in key sectors like defense and emergency services.
4Management's outlook on supply chain challenges and their mitigation plans.