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SHOP

Shopify Inc.

Information TechnologyInternet Services & Infrastructure$203.8B

Aug5Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ4-2025Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Shopify Inc. (SHOP) is a leading e-commerce platform that helps businesses of all sizes create online stores and sell products....

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.

$0.33

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the overall sales performance and growth of the business, which is crucial for assessing market demand.

$3.1B

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

SHOP Q4-2025 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Shopify Inc. (SHOP) is a leading e-commerce platform that helps businesses of all sizes create online stores and sell products. As a major player in the Information Technology sector, Shopify is positioned to benefit from ongoing trends in digital commerce and consumer spending.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+217.95%

Avg Stock Reaction

+3.03%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q3-2025, Shopify reported an EPS of $0.20, which was below the expected $0.24, leading to a stock decline of nearly 7% the following day. The company did not provide revenue figures for the quarter.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on enhancing the platform's features for merchants.
Commitment to expanding international markets.
Plans to improve customer support services.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Shopify to report an EPS of $0.33 and revenue of $3.1B, indicating cautious optimism about the company's growth trajectory. However, given the recent earnings miss, there is uncertainty about whether Shopify can meet these expectations.

Bull Case

If Shopify exceeds EPS and revenue estimates, it could signal strong demand and effective cost management, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

A miss on earnings or revenue could raise concerns about slowing growth and increased competition in the e-commerce space, leading to further stock declines.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.33

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

Revenue

$3.1B

Total revenue reflects the overall sales performance and growth of the business, which is crucial for assessing market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Shopify's EPS meet or exceed the consensus estimate of $0.33?

A strong EPS report could restore investor confidence after the previous quarter's miss and indicate effective cost management.

What revenue figure will Shopify report, and how does it compare to the $3.1B consensus?

Revenue performance is critical for assessing growth and market demand, especially in a competitive e-commerce landscape.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus is overly focused on recent misses and may underestimate Shopify's ability to rebound with strong demand in e-commerce.

Supporting Evidence

Shopify has a history of beating EPS estimates, with an 88% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market is pricing a significant move, indicating that traders expect volatility and potential upside.

Recent commentary from peers suggests a robust demand environment for e-commerce platforms.

Key Risk

If Shopify's revenue exceeds $3.1B, it could challenge the bearish sentiment and suggest stronger market positioning.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Shopify can sustain its growth amid increasing competition and economic pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.35 or higher with revenue exceeding $3.1B would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.30 or revenue significantly under $3.0B would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.59%

Historical Avg

±14.6%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings announcement, suggesting that traders expect volatility based on the results.

Options are pricing ±13.6% while SHOP has averaged ±14.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

73.4%

Calls (3.4M)P/C Ratio: 0.27Puts (2.0M)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing in-line setup in Information Technology

n=29

Fade rate: 9 of 29 (31%)

This setup has occurred 29 times across Information Technology in the last 2 years. 20 of 29 (69%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 8.2%, with a raw directional average of +3.5% (modestly positive historical bias).

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders trimming

Institutional

74.03%

of float

Insider

0.19%

of float

Holders

2,457

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
50,670,627 sh · $6.4B
4.14%
1.5%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Shopify beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 4.45%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of around 6.94%, reflecting ongoing concerns about growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on international expansion efforts and their impact on revenue.
2Details on new platform features aimed at enhancing merchant experience.
3Insights into customer acquisition costs and retention rates.
4Management's outlook on competitive pressures in the e-commerce space.
5Any commentary on macroeconomic factors affecting consumer spending.

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Company Snapshot

Shopify Inc. (SHOP) is a leading e-commerce platform that helps businesses of all sizes create online stores and sell products....

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.

$0.33

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the overall sales performance and growth of the business, which is crucial for assessing market demand.

$3.1B

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

SHOP Q4-2025 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+217.95%

Avg Stock Reaction

+3.03%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on enhancing the platform's features for merchants.
Commitment to expanding international markets.
Plans to improve customer support services.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Shopify exceeds EPS and revenue estimates, it could signal strong demand and effective cost management, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

A miss on earnings or revenue could raise concerns about slowing growth and increased competition in the e-commerce space, leading to further stock declines.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.33

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

Revenue

$3.1B

Total revenue reflects the overall sales performance and growth of the business, which is crucial for assessing market demand.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Shopify's EPS meet or exceed the consensus estimate of $0.33?

A strong EPS report could restore investor confidence after the previous quarter's miss and indicate effective cost management.

What revenue figure will Shopify report, and how does it compare to the $3.1B consensus?

Revenue performance is critical for assessing growth and market demand, especially in a competitive e-commerce landscape.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus is overly focused on recent misses and may underestimate Shopify's ability to rebound with strong demand in e-commerce.

Supporting Evidence

Shopify has a history of beating EPS estimates, with an 88% beat rate over the last eight quarters.

The options market is pricing a significant move, indicating that traders expect volatility and potential upside.

Recent commentary from peers suggests a robust demand environment for e-commerce platforms.

Key Risk

If Shopify's revenue exceeds $3.1B, it could challenge the bearish sentiment and suggest stronger market positioning.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Shopify can sustain its growth amid increasing competition and economic pressures.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.35 or higher with revenue exceeding $3.1B would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.30 or revenue significantly under $3.0B would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.59%

Historical Avg

±14.6%

In line with history

The options market is pricing in a significant move around the earnings announcement, suggesting that traders expect volatility based on the results.

Options are pricing ±13.6% while SHOP has averaged ±14.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is roughly in line with history.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

73.4%

Calls (3.4M)P/C Ratio: 0.27Puts (2.0M)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing in-line setup in Information Technology

n=29

Fade rate: 9 of 29 (31%)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Top holders trimming

Institutional

74.03%

of float

Insider

0.19%

of float

Holders

2,457

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
50,670,627 sh · $6.4B
4.14%
1.5%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Shopify beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 4.45%, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

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

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of around 6.94%, reflecting ongoing concerns about growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on international expansion efforts and their impact on revenue.
2Details on new platform features aimed at enhancing merchant experience.
3Insights into customer acquisition costs and retention rates.
4Management's outlook on competitive pressures in the e-commerce space.
5Any commentary on macroeconomic factors affecting consumer spending.