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RYAN

RYAN SPECIALTY HOLDI A

FinancialsInsurance Brokers$4.2B

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

Ryan Specialty Holdings Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.39%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.47	$0.43	+8.55%
Revenue	N/A	$778M	N/A

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Ryan Specialty Holdings Beats on EPS, Stock Down 1.39%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.47	$0.43	+8.55%
Revenue	N/A	$778M	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record, and the analysis is based solely on numerical results. Therefore, there are no insights into management's perspective this quarter.

What It Means

Ryan Specialty Holdings reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which indicates stronger profitability than analysts anticipated. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 1.39%. This decline may reflect investor concerns over the lack of revenue information and absence of guidance for future performance.

Company Snapshot

Ryan Specialty Holdings, Inc. is a financial services company focused on insurance brokerage and underwriting....

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 income.

0.43

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

778M

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

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Ryan Specialty Holdings, Inc. is a financial services company focused on insurance brokerage and underwriting. Operating in the financial sector, it plays a crucial role in managing risk for businesses, which is particularly important in today's volatile economic climate.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.56%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Ryan Specialty reported an EPS of $0.45, which was below the expected $0.50. The stock reacted positively, gaining 3.09% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Ryan Specialty to report an EPS of $0.43 and revenue of $778 million for Q1-2026. The market is closely watching these figures to gauge the company's performance amidst economic uncertainties.

Bull Case

If Ryan Specialty meets or exceeds EPS expectations, it could indicate strong operational efficiency and market demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about the company's growth prospects and operational challenges, leading to a negative reaction in the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.43

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

Revenue

778M

Total revenue gives insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS meet or exceed the consensus estimate of $0.43?

This figure is critical for assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What insights can management provide on revenue growth and market demand?

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge the company's performance in a competitive landscape and its ability to capture market share.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Ryan Specialty to exceed EPS expectations due to its strong market position and operational efficiencies.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing in a 10.6% move, indicating higher volatility expectations than historical averages.

The company has a history of surprising on the upside, with a 50% beat rate in the last eight quarters.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.40, it could invalidate the bullish narrative and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Ryan Specialty can sustain its growth trajectory amid economic challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.45 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would raise concerns about profitability and growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.6%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 10.6%, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.6% while RYAN has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (7K)P/C Ratio: 1.08Puts (8K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Financials

n=30

Fade rate: 10 of 28 (36%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Financials in the last 2 years. 18 of 28 (64%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 1.6%, with a raw directional average of -0.7% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ryan Specialty beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.16%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 0.66%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on market demand trends and how they are impacting revenue.
2Management's commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into competitive positioning within the insurance brokerage industry.
4Any changes in guidance or outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.
5Details on new initiatives or services that could drive future growth.

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Company Snapshot

Ryan Specialty Holdings, Inc. is a financial services company focused on insurance brokerage and underwriting....

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 income.

0.43

Revenue

Total revenue gives insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

778M

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

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.56%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Ryan Specialty reported an EPS of $0.45, which was below the expected $0.50. The stock reacted positively, gaining 3.09% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Ryan Specialty meets or exceeds EPS expectations, it could indicate strong operational efficiency and market demand, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

A miss on EPS or revenue could raise concerns about the company's growth prospects and operational challenges, leading to a negative reaction in the stock.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.43

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

Revenue

778M

Total revenue gives insight into the company's growth and market demand for its services.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS meet or exceed the consensus estimate of $0.43?

This figure is critical for assessing the company's profitability and could significantly influence investor sentiment.

What insights can management provide on revenue growth and market demand?

Understanding revenue trends will help gauge the company's performance in a competitive landscape and its ability to capture market share.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for Ryan Specialty to exceed EPS expectations due to its strong market position and operational efficiencies.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing in a 10.6% move, indicating higher volatility expectations than historical averages.

The company has a history of surprising on the upside, with a 50% beat rate in the last eight quarters.

Key Risk

If EPS comes in below $0.40, it could invalidate the bullish narrative and lead to a reassessment of the company's growth potential.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Ryan Specialty can sustain its growth trajectory amid economic challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.45 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and market demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.40 would raise concerns about profitability and growth prospects.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.6%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move of about 10.6%, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.6% while RYAN has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (7K)P/C Ratio: 1.08Puts (8K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Financials

n=30

Fade rate: 10 of 28 (36%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ryan Specialty beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.16%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of approximately 0.66%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on market demand trends and how they are impacting revenue.
2Management's commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Insights into competitive positioning within the insurance brokerage industry.
4Any changes in guidance or outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.
5Details on new initiatives or services that could drive future growth.