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PRIM

Primoris Services Corporation

IndustrialsConstruction & Engineering$4.4B

May5Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:15 PM EDT

Primoris Services Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Up 9.36%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.59	$0.84	-26.71%
Revenue	—	$1.7B	—

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Primoris Services Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Up 9.36%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.59	$0.84	-26.71%
Revenue	—	$1.7B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Primoris Services Corporation reported earnings that fell short of expectations, particularly on EPS. Despite this miss, the stock reacted positively, rising by 9.36%. This increase may indicate investor optimism about other aspects of the company's performance or future potential, although specific details from the earnings call are not available.

Company Snapshot

Primoris Services Corporation operates in the construction and engineering sector, providing essential services for infrastructure projects. With a market cap of $10 billion, the company plays a significant role in the industrial landscape, particularly as demand for construction services continues to grow amid economic recovery efforts.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.84

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to secure contracts and deliver services effectively, which is crucial for growth.

$1.7B

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+40.05%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.69%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Primoris reported an EPS of $1.08, significantly surpassing estimates, which indicates strong operational performance. However, the stock reacted negatively, dropping 2.20% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Primoris to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.84. Investors are looking for continued strong performance following a series of earnings beats in previous quarters.

Bull Case

If Primoris can exceed expectations again, particularly in revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet the consensus EPS or revenue estimates, it could raise concerns about future growth and profitability, negatively impacting the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.84

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

Revenue

$1.7B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to secure contracts and deliver services effectively, which is crucial for growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.84, and if so, by how much?

Given Primoris's history of beating EPS estimates, this will be a critical factor in determining market sentiment post-earnings.

What is the outlook for revenue growth compared to the consensus of $1.7 billion?

Revenue performance will indicate the company's ability to secure contracts and manage costs effectively, which is vital for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Primoris's potential for revenue growth due to recent infrastructure spending increases, which could lead to stronger-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

Primoris has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational capabilities.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations for volatility.

Insider buying activity, albeit modest, suggests confidence in the company's future performance.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds $1.8 billion, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on whether Primoris can maintain its trend of exceeding earnings expectations and demonstrate strong revenue growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher, along with revenue exceeding $1.8 billion, would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.73 or revenue falling short of $1.7 billion would validate the bearish concerns.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.37%

Historical Avg

±3.1%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±10.5% while PRIM has averaged ±3.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

54.6%

Calls (32K)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (4K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: X of Y (Z%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.0% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Primoris beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.99%, confirming strong operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty about future growth.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 1.99%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on new contract wins or project pipelines.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Updates on infrastructure spending trends and how they affect demand for services.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and market conditions.
5Discussion of any challenges faced in the current economic environment.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.84

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to secure contracts and deliver services effectively, which is crucial for growth.

$1.7B

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

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+40.05%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.69%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Primoris to report solid earnings, with a consensus EPS of $0.84. Investors are looking for continued strong performance following a series of earnings beats in previous quarters.

Bull Case

If Primoris can exceed expectations again, particularly in revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services and lead to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet the consensus EPS or revenue estimates, it could raise concerns about future growth and profitability, negatively impacting the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.84

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

Revenue

$1.7B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to secure contracts and deliver services effectively, which is crucial for growth.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.84, and if so, by how much?

Given Primoris's history of beating EPS estimates, this will be a critical factor in determining market sentiment post-earnings.

What is the outlook for revenue growth compared to the consensus of $1.7 billion?

Revenue performance will indicate the company's ability to secure contracts and manage costs effectively, which is vital for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Primoris's potential for revenue growth due to recent infrastructure spending increases, which could lead to stronger-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

Primoris has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational capabilities.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations for volatility.

Insider buying activity, albeit modest, suggests confidence in the company's future performance.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds $1.8 billion, it could shift market sentiment dramatically.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on whether Primoris can maintain its trend of exceeding earnings expectations and demonstrate strong revenue growth.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.90 or higher, along with revenue exceeding $1.8 billion, would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.73 or revenue falling short of $1.7 billion would validate the bearish concerns.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.37%

Historical Avg

±3.1%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±10.5% while PRIM has averaged ±3.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

54.6%

Calls (32K)P/C Ratio: 0.11Puts (4K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: X of Y (Z%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.0% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Primoris beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.99%, confirming strong operational momentum.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty about future growth.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 1.99%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on new contract wins or project pipelines.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Updates on infrastructure spending trends and how they affect demand for services.
4Guidance on future revenue expectations and market conditions.
5Discussion of any challenges faced in the current economic environment.