Equity Profile

SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation

IndustrialsResearch & Consulting Services$5.4B

Jun1Mon

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ1-2027Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) operates in the industrials sector, focusing on research and consulting services. The company plays a critical role in providing technology solutions and services to government and commercial customers, particularly in defense, intelligence, 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 costs and generating income.

$2.28

Revenue

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share.

$1.8B

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SAIC Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+18.79%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.64%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, SAIC reported an EPS of $2.62, exceeding expectations by 13.42%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.24% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on expanding government contracts.
Investment in technology innovation to enhance service offerings.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are generally optimistic about SAIC's upcoming earnings, expecting solid performance based on recent trends. The consensus estimates suggest a continued upward trajectory in earnings and revenue.

Bull Case

If SAIC beats earnings expectations, it could indicate strong demand for its services and lead to a significant stock price increase, reinforcing investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects and operational challenges, potentially leading to a sharp decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$2.28

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

Revenue

$1.8B

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.28?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong financial performance and could lead to a positive market reaction.

What are the revenue expectations relative to the consensus of $1.8B?

Revenue performance is critical for assessing growth and could indicate the company's ability to capture new contracts.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate SAIC's ability to leverage recent contract wins, which could drive revenue growth beyond current expectations.

Supporting Evidence

SAIC has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong operational performance.

The company's focus on technology innovation may lead to unexpected revenue streams that analysts have not fully accounted for.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds $1.85B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining whether SAIC can maintain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.30 or higher, with revenue exceeding $1.85B, would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.17 or revenue falling short of $1.8B would validate the bearish concerns.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.17%

Historical Avg

±8.0%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in an 8.17% move, indicating that traders expect significant volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.2% while SAIC has averaged ±8.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

25.3%

Calls (30K)P/C Ratio: 0.41Puts (3K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 24 (21%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 19 of 24 (79%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.6%, with a raw directional average of +1.6% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If SAIC beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 3.32%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

Should the company miss estimates, history indicates a potential decline of around 12.51%, raising concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on new government contracts and their potential impact on revenue.
2Any commentary on operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Insights into competitive positioning in the defense and cybersecurity sectors.
4Discussion on technology investments and their expected ROI.
5Management's outlook on market conditions and demand trends.

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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.

$2.28

Revenue

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share.

$1.8B

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

SAIC Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

75%

Avg EPS Surprise

+18.79%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.64%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, SAIC reported an EPS of $2.62, exceeding expectations by 13.42%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.24% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continued focus on expanding government contracts.
Investment in technology innovation to enhance service offerings.
Commitment to improving operational efficiency.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If SAIC beats earnings expectations, it could indicate strong demand for its services and lead to a significant stock price increase, reinforcing investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects and operational challenges, potentially leading to a sharp decline in stock price.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$2.28

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

Revenue

$1.8B

Revenue growth is essential for assessing the company's ability to expand its business and capture market share.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $2.28?

A beat on EPS would reinforce the company's strong financial performance and could lead to a positive market reaction.

What are the revenue expectations relative to the consensus of $1.8B?

Revenue performance is critical for assessing growth and could indicate the company's ability to capture new contracts.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate SAIC's ability to leverage recent contract wins, which could drive revenue growth beyond current expectations.

Supporting Evidence

SAIC has consistently beaten EPS estimates in recent quarters, indicating strong operational performance.

The company's focus on technology innovation may lead to unexpected revenue streams that analysts have not fully accounted for.

Key Risk

If revenue growth significantly exceeds $1.85B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining whether SAIC can maintain its growth trajectory amid competitive pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $2.30 or higher, with revenue exceeding $1.85B, would confirm the bullish outlook.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.17 or revenue falling short of $1.8B would validate the bearish concerns.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.17%

Historical Avg

±8.0%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in an 8.17% move, indicating that traders expect significant volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.2% while SAIC has averaged ±8.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

25.3%

Calls (30K)P/C Ratio: 0.41Puts (3K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 24 (21%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If SAIC beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 3.32%, confirming strong demand and operational efficiency.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

Should the company miss estimates, history indicates a potential decline of around 12.51%, raising concerns about future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on new government contracts and their potential impact on revenue.
2Any commentary on operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Insights into competitive positioning in the defense and cybersecurity sectors.
4Discussion on technology investments and their expected ROI.
5Management's outlook on market conditions and demand trends.