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PNW

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation

UtilitiesElectric Utilities$12.5B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market8:35 AM EDT

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.66%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.27	$-0.01	+918.18%
Revenue	N/A	$1.1B	N/A

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Pinnacle West Capital Corporation Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.66%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.27	$-0.01	+918.18%
Revenue	N/A	$1.1B	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation reported a strong earnings surprise on EPS, significantly exceeding expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 1.66%. The lack of revenue data and management commentary may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW) is a utility company that provides electricity to customers in Arizona. As a key player in the electric utilities sector, it plays a crucial role in meeting energy demands and supporting infrastructure development in the region.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company has managed costs and revenues this quarter.

$-0.01

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for understanding its financial health.

$1.1B

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

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+123.53%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.68%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Pinnacle West reported an EPS of $0.13, significantly beating expectations of $0.05. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.26% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect a challenging quarter for Pinnacle West, with a consensus EPS of nearly breakeven and steady revenue projections. Investors will be keen to see if the company can maintain profitability amidst rising costs.

Bull Case

If Pinnacle West manages to exceed the EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and cost management, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports a larger loss than expected, it may raise concerns about its financial stability and ability to manage expenses, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$-0.01

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company has managed costs and revenues this quarter.

Revenue

$1.1B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for understanding its financial health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS come in above the consensus estimate of $-0.01?

A positive EPS surprise could indicate better-than-expected cost management and operational efficiency, which is crucial for investor confidence.

How will revenue compare to the expected $1.1B?

Revenue performance will provide insight into the company's sales growth and overall market demand for electricity, impacting future projections.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Pinnacle West's ability to manage costs effectively, particularly in light of recent operational improvements that have not been fully reflected in analyst estimates.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Options pricing suggests a larger potential move than historical averages, indicating that the market may be anticipating a significant outcome.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $0.05, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will reflect how well Pinnacle West is navigating cost pressures and market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.05 or higher would confirm the bull case and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS loss greater than $-0.13 would reinforce the bear case, indicating deeper financial issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.05%

Historical Avg

±1.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.05% in either direction following the earnings report, indicating some uncertainty among investors.

Options are pricing ±3.0% while PNW has averaged ±1.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

18.1%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 0.74Puts (700)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 15 (27%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Utilities in the last 2 years. 11 of 15 (73%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 2.4%, with a raw directional average of +0.2% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Pinnacle West beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.48%, confirming operational strength.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A significant miss could lead to a decline of approximately 0.81%, raising concerns about the company's financial health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into customer demand trends and how they are impacting revenue.
3Management's outlook on future regulatory changes and their potential effects.
4Details on capital expenditures and infrastructure investments planned for the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company has managed costs and revenues this quarter.

$-0.01

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for understanding its financial health.

$1.1B

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

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+123.53%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.68%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4 2025, Pinnacle West reported an EPS of $0.13, significantly beating expectations of $0.05. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.26% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Pinnacle West manages to exceed the EPS estimates, it could signal strong operational efficiency and cost management, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports a larger loss than expected, it may raise concerns about its financial stability and ability to manage expenses, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$-0.01

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company has managed costs and revenues this quarter.

Revenue

$1.1B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to generate sales and is essential for understanding its financial health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS come in above the consensus estimate of $-0.01?

A positive EPS surprise could indicate better-than-expected cost management and operational efficiency, which is crucial for investor confidence.

How will revenue compare to the expected $1.1B?

Revenue performance will provide insight into the company's sales growth and overall market demand for electricity, impacting future projections.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Pinnacle West's ability to manage costs effectively, particularly in light of recent operational improvements that have not been fully reflected in analyst estimates.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, with a 75% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

Options pricing suggests a larger potential move than historical averages, indicating that the market may be anticipating a significant outcome.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in above $0.05, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will reflect how well Pinnacle West is navigating cost pressures and market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.05 or higher would confirm the bull case and suggest strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS loss greater than $-0.13 would reinforce the bear case, indicating deeper financial issues.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.05%

Historical Avg

±1.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a potential move of about 3.05% in either direction following the earnings report, indicating some uncertainty among investors.

Options are pricing ±3.0% while PNW has averaged ±1.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

18.1%

Calls (5K)P/C Ratio: 0.74Puts (700)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 4 of 15 (27%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Pinnacle West beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 1.48%, confirming operational strength.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A significant miss could lead to a decline of approximately 0.81%, raising concerns about the company's financial health.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into customer demand trends and how they are impacting revenue.
3Management's outlook on future regulatory changes and their potential effects.
4Details on capital expenditures and infrastructure investments planned for the upcoming quarters.