Equity Profile

TTWO

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Communication ServicesInteractive Home Entertainment$45.3B

Aug10Mon

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ1-2027After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software, known for popular franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Investors will look for signs of recovery in sales, especially after recent earnings misses.

N/A

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

N/A

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TTWO Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software, known for popular franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K. As part of the Communication Services sector, the company's performance is closely tied to consumer spending trends and the evolving gaming landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-1186.94%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Take-Two reported an EPS of -$0.32, falling short of estimates by a significant margin. This marked a continuation of disappointing earnings results, raising concerns about the company's growth trajectory.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are mixed heading into the earnings report, with investors cautious due to a history of earnings misses. The market is closely watching for any signs of turnaround in revenue and profitability.

Bull Case

If Take-Two can demonstrate a rebound in game sales and improved profitability, it could restore investor confidence and drive the stock higher.

Bear Case

Continued losses and weak sales performance could lead to further declines in stock price, as investors may lose faith in the company's ability to recover.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the projected revenue growth for the upcoming quarter?

This will indicate whether the company is recovering from recent sales declines and how it is positioned in the competitive gaming market.

How have recent game launches performed compared to expectations?

The success of new titles is crucial for revenue and can significantly influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a turnaround driven by new game releases, despite recent misses.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in an 18.4% move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility.

Recent trends in consumer spending on gaming indicate a potential rebound that could benefit Take-Two.

The company's strong franchise portfolio may lead to better-than-expected performance in upcoming game launches.

Key Risk

If the new game launches exceed sales expectations, it could dramatically shift the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around whether Take-Two can recover from its recent earnings misses and improve its financial outlook.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of at least 10% year-over-year would confirm a positive turnaround.

Bear Confirmed If

If EPS remains negative and revenue declines further, it would solidify bearish sentiment.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.4%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating heightened uncertainty surrounding the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±18.4% while TTWO has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

34.4%

Calls (374K)P/C Ratio: 0.45Puts (183K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Take-Two beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.54%, confirming a recovery narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

A cautious but in-line report may lead to muted stock movement as investors await clearer signs of recovery.

Miss

If the company misses again, the stock could see a decline, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around 0.11%.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-LAJulia LetlowRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on the performance of recent game launches.
2Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
3Insights into cost management and profitability strategies.
4Trends in consumer spending on gaming and how they affect sales.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the gaming industry.

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Company Snapshot

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) is a leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software, known for popular franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K....

Key Metrics to Watch

Revenue Growth

Investors will look for signs of recovery in sales, especially after recent earnings misses.

N/A

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and will help gauge the company's financial health this quarter.

N/A

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

TTWO Q1-2027 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-1186.94%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.11%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Take-Two can demonstrate a rebound in game sales and improved profitability, it could restore investor confidence and drive the stock higher.

Bear Case

Continued losses and weak sales performance could lead to further declines in stock price, as investors may lose faith in the company's ability to recover.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the projected revenue growth for the upcoming quarter?

This will indicate whether the company is recovering from recent sales declines and how it is positioned in the competitive gaming market.

How have recent game launches performed compared to expectations?

The success of new titles is crucial for revenue and can significantly influence market sentiment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for a turnaround driven by new game releases, despite recent misses.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing in an 18.4% move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility.

Recent trends in consumer spending on gaming indicate a potential rebound that could benefit Take-Two.

The company's strong franchise portfolio may lead to better-than-expected performance in upcoming game launches.

Key Risk

If the new game launches exceed sales expectations, it could dramatically shift the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter centers around whether Take-Two can recover from its recent earnings misses and improve its financial outlook.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of at least 10% year-over-year would confirm a positive turnaround.

Bear Confirmed If

If EPS remains negative and revenue declines further, it would solidify bearish sentiment.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±18.4%

Historical Avg

±1.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, indicating heightened uncertainty surrounding the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±18.4% while TTWO has averaged ±1.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

34.4%

Calls (374K)P/C Ratio: 0.45Puts (183K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Take-Two beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.54%, confirming a recovery narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

A cautious but in-line report may lead to muted stock movement as investors await clearer signs of recovery.

Miss

If the company misses again, the stock could see a decline, with historical patterns suggesting an average drop of around 0.11%.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

R-LAJulia LetlowRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on the performance of recent game launches.
2Management's outlook on revenue growth for the next quarter.
3Insights into cost management and profitability strategies.
4Trends in consumer spending on gaming and how they affect sales.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures in the gaming industry.