Post-earnings recap
Reported
Tue, Jul 14, 2026
EPS actual
$2.36
EPS est.
$3.17
EPS surprise
-25.48%
1-day move
-2.93%
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico reported disappointing earnings, missing EPS estimates significantly. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 2.93% as investors digested the lower-than-expected earnings. The lack of revenue data and management commentary adds uncertainty to the outlook.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $2.36 | $2.98 | -25.48% |
| Revenue | — | $11.1B | — |
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Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V. (PAC) operates airports in Mexico, playing a crucial role in the travel and tourism sector. As a key player in airport services, the company is sensitive to trends in consumer travel, economic conditions, and tourism recovery post-pandemic.
Last quarter
In Q1-2026, PAC reported an EPS of $3.69, exceeding expectations by 4.35%. However, the stock experienced a slight decline the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.
EPS beat streak
0Q
EPS beat rate
38%
Avg EPS surprise
-1.83%
Avg 1-day reaction
-0.48%
Analysts expect PAC to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $2.98. The market is closely watching how the company navigates post-pandemic travel trends.
Bull case
If PAC can demonstrate strong passenger growth and effective cost management, it could exceed earnings expectations, leading to a positive stock reaction.
Bear case
Conversely, any signs of declining passenger numbers or increased operational costs could lead to disappointing results and a negative market reaction.
Key metrics to watch
EPS
$2.98Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating revenue.
Revenue
$11.1BTotal revenue reflects the company's ability to attract passengers and manage airport operations effectively.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
Will PAC report passenger growth that meets or exceeds the expected levels?
Passenger growth is essential for revenue generation, and any shortfall could signal ongoing challenges in the travel sector.
Q2
How are operational costs being managed in the current economic environment?
Understanding cost management will provide insights into profitability and the company's ability to navigate inflationary pressures.
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Est. EPS
$1.15
Est. Rev
$178M
Impl. Move
±7.1%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in travel demand, particularly in tourist-heavy regions serviced by PAC. This could lead to higher-than-expected passenger numbers.
Supporting evidence
PAC's recent EPS beat suggests stronger operational performance than anticipated.
The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, indicating investor sentiment may be overly cautious.
Key risk
If passenger numbers rebound significantly, it could challenge the current consensus expectations.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The market is debating whether PAC can sustain profitability amid fluctuating travel demand and rising costs.
Bull confirmed if
An EPS of $3.10 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $2.70 would confirm the bear case, suggesting significant challenges in revenue generation.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±13.96%
Historical Avg
±1.4%
The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings report.
Options are pricing ±14.0% while PAC has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
30d HV
31.7%
Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.
Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials
Fade rate: 5 of 24 (21%)
This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 19 of 24 (79%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.6%, with a raw directional average of +1.6% (modestly positive historical bias).
Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.
Institutional
17.66%
of float
Insider
0.03%
of float
Holders
261
institutions
Top Holders· as of Jun 2026
Blackrock Inc.
2,174,974 sh · $438.1M
5.06%
3.5%
Likely market behavior by outcome. Not investment advice.
Beat & raise
If PAC beats expectations, history suggests a potential average move of +1.64%, confirming strong operational performance.
In line / cautious
If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.
Miss
A miss could lead to a decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of -0.36% following disappointing results.
The lines on the call that would change the story.
Lazard Asset Management LLC
1,174,118 sh · $236.5M
2.73%
0.1%
Price (T.Rowe) Associates Inc
736,170 sh · $148.3M
1.71%
-11.4%
Ashoka WhiteOak Capital Pte Ltd.
575,040 sh · $115.8M
1.34%
8482.7%
State Street Corporation
504,626 sh · $101.6M
1.17%
7.2%
13F filings updated quarterly. Position deltas show change in shares vs. the prior quarter.