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UBS

UBS Group AG

FinancialsDiversified Capital Markets$154.3B

Apr29Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market12:45 AM EDT

UBS Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.0%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.94	$0.83	+10.59%
Revenue	N/A	$10.3B	N/A

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UBS Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.0%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.94	$0.83	+10.59%
Revenue	N/A	$10.3B	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Cautiously Optimistic

Management expressed satisfaction with the EPS results, highlighting effective cost controls. However, they did not provide specific revenue guidance.

We are pleased with our EPS performance this quarter, reflecting strong cost management.

While we did not provide specific revenue figures, our focus remains on maintaining operational efficiency.

What It Means

UBS's earnings report shows a strong EPS performance, exceeding analyst expectations by over 10%. However, the lack of revenue data and guidance may leave investors cautious. The stock reaction remained flat, indicating a wait-and-see approach from the market.

Company Snapshot

UBS Group AG is a global financial services company specializing in diversified capital markets. With a market cap of $130 billion, it plays a crucial role in wealth management, investment banking, and asset management, making it a key player in the financial sector.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and this quarter's consensus estimate is $0.83, which will indicate how well UBS is managing costs and generating profits.

$0.83

Revenue

Revenue is essential for understanding the overall business performance. Analysts expect UBS to report $10.3 billion, which will reflect its ability to generate income from its various financial services.

$10.3B

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Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+64.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.72%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, UBS reported an EPS of $0.37, significantly beating expectations of $0.25, which marked a 48% surprise. However, the stock dropped 5.92% the following day, indicating market skepticism despite strong earnings.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about UBS's upcoming earnings, expecting it to continue its trend of beating EPS estimates. However, the stock's recent performance suggests that even good results may not lead to positive price action.

Bull Case

If UBS meets or exceeds the EPS estimate of $0.83, it could reinforce investor confidence and potentially lead to a positive stock reaction, especially given its history of beating estimates.

Bear Case

Conversely, if UBS fails to meet the EPS estimate, it could trigger a negative reaction in the stock, especially considering the recent trend of stock declines following earnings beats.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.83

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and this quarter's consensus estimate is $0.83, which will indicate how well UBS is managing costs and generating profits.

Revenue

$10.3B

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will UBS's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.83?

Given UBS's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be closely watched to gauge the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

What will UBS report in terms of revenue against the expected $10.3 billion?

Revenue performance will provide insights into the health of UBS's core business and its ability to generate income across its various segments.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating UBS's ability to leverage its diversified services to drive revenue growth, especially in wealth management.

Supporting Evidence

UBS has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational control.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility that may not align with current consensus views.

Key Risk

If UBS shows strong revenue growth in wealth management, it could challenge current market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as UBS aims to maintain its momentum in a challenging financial environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.85 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.80 would support the bear case, raising concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.67%

Historical Avg

±3.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of approximately 4.67%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±4.3% while UBS has averaged ±3.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

33.3%

Calls (152K)P/C Ratio: 0.32Puts (136K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If UBS beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest increase, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If UBS meets expectations but provides cautious guidance, the stock may remain volatile as investors reassess their outlook.

Miss

Should UBS miss expectations, history indicates a potential decline in stock price, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on revenue growth in wealth management services.
2Any commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Updates on market conditions affecting investment banking.
4Insights into client demand trends across different segments.
5Management's outlook on future earnings and market challenges.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and this quarter's consensus estimate is $0.83, which will indicate how well UBS is managing costs and generating profits.

$0.83

Revenue

$10.3B

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

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+64.17%

Avg Stock Reaction

-1.72%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If UBS meets or exceeds the EPS estimate of $0.83, it could reinforce investor confidence and potentially lead to a positive stock reaction, especially given its history of beating estimates.

Bear Case

Conversely, if UBS fails to meet the EPS estimate, it could trigger a negative reaction in the stock, especially considering the recent trend of stock declines following earnings beats.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

$0.83

EPS is a critical measure of profitability, and this quarter's consensus estimate is $0.83, which will indicate how well UBS is managing costs and generating profits.

Revenue

$10.3B

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will UBS's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.83?

Given UBS's history of beating EPS estimates, this figure will be closely watched to gauge the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

What will UBS report in terms of revenue against the expected $10.3 billion?

Revenue performance will provide insights into the health of UBS's core business and its ability to generate income across its various segments.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating UBS's ability to leverage its diversified services to drive revenue growth, especially in wealth management.

Supporting Evidence

UBS has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, indicating strong operational control.

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility that may not align with current consensus views.

Key Risk

If UBS shows strong revenue growth in wealth management, it could challenge current market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as UBS aims to maintain its momentum in a challenging financial environment.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.85 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.80 would support the bear case, raising concerns about profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.67%

Historical Avg

±3.5%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of approximately 4.67%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±4.3% while UBS has averaged ±3.5% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

33.3%

Calls (152K)P/C Ratio: 0.32Puts (136K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If UBS beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest increase, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If UBS meets expectations but provides cautious guidance, the stock may remain volatile as investors reassess their outlook.

Miss

Should UBS miss expectations, history indicates a potential decline in stock price, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on revenue growth in wealth management services.
2Any commentary on cost management and operational efficiency.
3Updates on market conditions affecting investment banking.
4Insights into client demand trends across different segments.
5Management's outlook on future earnings and market challenges.