Pre-earnings brief
Reports
Thu, Oct 22, 2026
Est. EPS
$1.89
Est. revenue
$22.8B
Implied move
±4.4%
EPS beat rate
100%
The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) is a leading consumer staples company known for its wide range of household products, including cleaning supplies, personal care items, and health products. With a market cap of $343 billion, PG plays a crucial role in the daily lives of consumers, making it a key player in the consumer spending landscape.
Last quarter
In the last quarter (Q4-2026), PG reported an EPS of $1.43, slightly beating expectations. However, the stock saw a decline of 1.87% the following day, indicating mixed investor sentiment.
EPS beat streak
8Q
EPS beat rate
100%
Avg EPS surprise
+1.89%
Avg 1-day reaction
-0.01%
Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about PG's upcoming earnings, especially given its history of beating EPS estimates. However, concerns about inflation and consumer spending could weigh on expectations.
Bull case
If PG continues its trend of beating EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and consumer demand, leading to a positive stock reaction.
Bear case
On the other hand, if inflation pressures impact consumer spending more than expected, PG could face challenges in revenue growth, leading to a negative market reaction.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
What is the EPS figure for this quarter, and how does it compare to last year's Q1?
Given PG's consistent history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be crucial for investor confidence and stock performance.
Q2
How is PG addressing inflationary pressures and their impact on consumer spending?
Understanding PG's strategy to manage costs and maintain consumer demand will be key to assessing its future growth potential.
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Est. EPS
$0.24
Est. Rev
$5.7B
Impl. Move
±11.9%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may be underestimating PG's ability to manage inflationary pressures effectively, leading to stronger-than-expected EPS.
Supporting evidence
PG has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong management performance.
The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting that traders anticipate significant volatility.
Consumer staples often perform well during economic downturns, which may not be fully reflected in current expectations.
Key risk
If PG's EPS comes in above $1.50, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift investor expectations.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
This quarter's performance is under scrutiny as PG navigates inflationary pressures and changing consumer behavior.
Bull confirmed if
An EPS of $1.50 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and consumer demand.
Bear confirmed if
An EPS below $1.40 would raise concerns about profitability and consumer spending.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±4.61%
Historical Avg
±1.6%
The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 4.61%, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.
Options are pricing ±4.4% while PG has averaged ±1.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.3%
30d HV
16.9%
Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.
Bought
$0.00
0 sh
0 insiders
Sold
$1.2M
8,508 sh
3 insiders
Net
$1.2M
Net selling
Most Active Insiders· 3 open-market trades
$568,860.76
Net selling
Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.
Institutional
71.83%
of float
Insider
0.09%
of float
Holders
5,014
institutions
Top Holders· as of Jun 2026
Blackrock Inc.
190,003,442 sh · $28.1B
8.18%
1.6%
Likely market behavior by outcome. Not investment advice.
Beat & raise
If PG beats expectations, history suggests a modest stock increase of around 1.61%, confirming strong operational efficiency.
In line / cautious
If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see limited movement as investors await further guidance.
Miss
A miss could lead to a decline in stock price, with historical data indicating a potential drop of around 1.61%.
House and Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.
Trades
10
5 buys·5 sells
Members
6
House + Senate
Est. Notional
$87,010.00–$305,000.00
disclosed dollar ranges
Most Active Members
3 trades
The lines on the call that would change the story.
$344,310.46
Net selling
$323,381.50
Net selling
Recent Transactions
Oct 5, 2026 · @ $145.34
3,914 sh
$568,860.76
Oct 5, 2026 · @ $145.34
2,369 sh
$344,310.46
Oct 5, 2026 · @ $145.34
2,225 sh
$323,381.50
Open-market trades only (Form 4 codes P/S). Awards, exercises, and tax-withholding excluded as routine compensation noise.
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0.9%
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66,458,472 sh · $9.8B
2.86%
3.2%
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63,393,374 sh · $9.4B
2.73%
0.9%
13F filings updated quarterly. Position deltas show change in shares vs. the prior quarter.
Net buying
2 trades
Net selling
2 trades
Net buying
1 trade
Net selling
Recent Transactions
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$1,001.00–$15,000.00
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$50,001.00–$100,000.00
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$1,001.00–$15,000.00
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$1,001.00–$15,000.00
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$1,001.00–$15,000.00
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