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PLUS

ePlus inc.

Information TechnologyTechnology Distributors$2.3B

Aug10Mon

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ1-2027After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

ePlus Inc. is a technology distributor that provides IT solutions and services, focusing on areas like cloud computing and cybersecurity....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$1.47

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

$636M

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

PLUS Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

ePlus Inc. is a technology distributor that provides IT solutions and services, focusing on areas like cloud computing and cybersecurity. With a market cap of $2 billion, the company plays a significant role in the Information Technology sector, catering to businesses looking to enhance their technological capabilities.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+35.10%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, ePlus reported an EPS of $0.76, falling short of the expected $0.88, which resulted in a slight decline in stock price. The company has shown strong performance in previous quarters, but this miss raised concerns among investors.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect ePlus to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $1.47 and revenue of $636 million. Investors will be closely watching for any signs of growth or challenges in the current economic environment.

Bull Case

If ePlus exceeds expectations, it could signal strong demand for its IT solutions, potentially leading to increased market confidence and a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses its targets again, it may raise doubts about its growth trajectory and ability to compete in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.47

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$636M

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will ePlus achieve an EPS of $1.47 or higher?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it will indicate whether the company can maintain its profitability amidst economic pressures.

What are the revenue growth trends in key segments?

Understanding revenue growth in specific areas will help investors gauge the company's market position and future potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for ePlus to recover from its last quarter's miss, as the company's strong historical performance suggests resilience.

Supporting Evidence

ePlus has an 88% EPS beat rate historically, indicating a strong likelihood of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting traders believe in potential volatility and opportunity.

Previous quarters show that even with misses, the stock has often rebounded quickly.

Key Risk

A strong performance in key revenue segments could significantly alter market perceptions and expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The debate centers around whether ePlus can sustain its growth trajectory after a disappointing last quarter.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $1.47 or higher with revenue exceeding $636 million would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.46 or revenue falling short of $633 million would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.98%

Historical Avg

±1.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±15.0% while PLUS has averaged ±1.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

42.5%

Calls (22K)P/C Ratio: 0.51Puts (2K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If ePlus beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a positive reaction, potentially around a 0.95% increase on the first day.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management offers cautious commentary, the stock may experience muted movement.

Miss

Should the company miss its targets again, the stock may decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around 0.61%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on revenue growth in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.
2Any commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into customer demand trends and market conditions.
4Management's outlook on future growth and strategic initiatives.

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Company Snapshot

ePlus Inc. is a technology distributor that provides IT solutions and services, focusing on areas like cloud computing and cybersecurity....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

$1.47

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

$636M

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

PLUS Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+35.10%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If ePlus exceeds expectations, it could signal strong demand for its IT solutions, potentially leading to increased market confidence and a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses its targets again, it may raise doubts about its growth trajectory and ability to compete in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.47

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

$636M

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's ability to expand its market share and meet customer demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will ePlus achieve an EPS of $1.47 or higher?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it will indicate whether the company can maintain its profitability amidst economic pressures.

What are the revenue growth trends in key segments?

Understanding revenue growth in specific areas will help investors gauge the company's market position and future potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for ePlus to recover from its last quarter's miss, as the company's strong historical performance suggests resilience.

Supporting Evidence

ePlus has an 88% EPS beat rate historically, indicating a strong likelihood of exceeding expectations.

The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting traders believe in potential volatility and opportunity.

Previous quarters show that even with misses, the stock has often rebounded quickly.

Key Risk

A strong performance in key revenue segments could significantly alter market perceptions and expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The debate centers around whether ePlus can sustain its growth trajectory after a disappointing last quarter.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $1.47 or higher with revenue exceeding $636 million would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.46 or revenue falling short of $633 million would support the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±14.98%

Historical Avg

±1.0%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±15.0% while PLUS has averaged ±1.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

42.5%

Calls (22K)P/C Ratio: 0.51Puts (2K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If ePlus beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a positive reaction, potentially around a 0.95% increase on the first day.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management offers cautious commentary, the stock may experience muted movement.

Miss

Should the company miss its targets again, the stock may decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around 0.61%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on revenue growth in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.
2Any commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into customer demand trends and market conditions.
4Management's outlook on future growth and strategic initiatives.