Pre-earnings brief
Reports
Mon, Nov 9, 2026
Est. EPS
—
Est. revenue
—
Implied move
±12.8%
EPS beat rate
0%
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) is a leading video game publisher known for popular franchises like Grand Theft Auto and NBA 2K. As part of the Communication Services sector, the company plays a significant role in the interactive home entertainment industry, which has seen growth driven by increased consumer spending on gaming and digital entertainment.
Last quarter
In the last quarter, Take-Two reported an unexpected loss of $0.18 per share, significantly missing analyst expectations. The stock reacted positively, gaining 6.04% the following day, despite the disappointing earnings.
Management promises and guidance
EPS beat streak
0Q
EPS beat rate
0%
Avg EPS surprise
-1191.16%
Avg 1-day reaction
+0.36%
Overall, analysts are cautious about Take-Two's upcoming earnings, especially given the company's recent history of missing earnings expectations. Investors are looking for signs of recovery in game sales and user engagement.
Bull case
If Take-Two can demonstrate strong game sales and a growing active user base, it could signal a turnaround, leading to increased investor confidence.
Bear case
Conversely, if the company continues to report losses and fails to meet sales expectations, it could further erode investor trust and lead to a decline in stock price.
The print will turn on these.
Q1
What is the current active user base and how does it compare to previous quarters?
This metric will be crucial in assessing whether the company is successfully retaining players and attracting new ones.
Q2
What percentage of revenue is coming from digital sales this quarter?
Given the industry's shift towards digital, this figure will indicate how well Take-Two is adapting to market trends.
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Est. EPS
$1.46
Est. Rev
$5.2B
Impl. Move
±12.1%
Why consensus could be wrong
The Street may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in user engagement and digital sales growth, which could lead to a surprise in earnings.
Supporting evidence
Recent insider selling may indicate a lack of confidence, but it could also reflect personal financial decisions rather than company performance.
The options market is pricing a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate a shift in sentiment.
Take-Two's strong franchise portfolio could drive unexpected sales growth, especially with upcoming releases.
Key risk
If active user numbers show a significant increase, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.
Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.
The core debate this quarter centers on whether Take-Two can recover from its recent earnings misses and adapt to the changing gaming landscape.
Bull confirmed if
A significant increase in active users, exceeding 10 million, would confirm the bull case.
Bear confirmed if
If digital revenue contribution falls below 30%, it would reinforce the bear case.
What the market is pricing for the move.
Implied Move
±12.8%
Historical Avg
±2.0%
The options market is pricing in a significant potential move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.
Options are pricing ±12.8% while TTWO has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.
ATM IV
0.5%
30d HV
32.5%
Open-market trades by officers, directors, and 10%+ holders over the trailing 90 days.
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$0.00
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Sold
$2.1M
10,484 sh
2 insiders
Net
$2.1M
Net selling
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Beat & raise
If Take-Two beats expectations and raises guidance, history suggests the stock could react positively, with an average move of +0.36%.
In line / cautious
If results are in line but management remains cautious, the stock may see limited movement as investors digest the commentary.
Miss
Should the company miss expectations again, history suggests a potential downside move of around +0.36%.
House and Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.
Trades
1
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$1,001.00–$15,000.00
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Net selling
$98,585.96
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