Equity Profile

ZETA

Zeta Global Holdings Corp.

Information TechnologyApplication Software$4.9B

Aug4Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2025After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.12

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market demand and overall business health.

$370M

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

ZETA Q2-2025 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software. The company provides data-driven marketing solutions, which are increasingly important as businesses seek to optimize customer engagement and drive sales in a competitive landscape.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-16.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2025, Zeta reported an EPS of -$0.10, missing expectations. The stock reacted positively, rising 3.29% the following day despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management emphasized a focus on improving operational efficiency.
They committed to enhancing customer acquisition strategies.
Plans to invest in technology upgrades were highlighted.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Zeta's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a modest EPS of $0.12 and revenue of $370M.

Bull Case

If Zeta can exceed these estimates, particularly in revenue growth, it may signal strong demand for its services and a turnaround in profitability.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could raise concerns about its operational effectiveness and market competitiveness.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.12

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

Revenue

$370M

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market demand and overall business health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Zeta achieve an EPS of at least $0.12?

This figure is critical as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to profitability and can meet investor expectations.

How does Zeta plan to drive revenue growth beyond the expected $370M?

Understanding the company's strategy for revenue generation is essential for assessing its future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Zeta's potential for a revenue surprise, given its recent investments in technology and customer acquisition.

Supporting Evidence

Management's focus on operational efficiency could lead to better-than-expected results.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating heightened expectations.

Recent trends in customer engagement may not be fully reflected in analyst estimates.

Key Risk

If Zeta's revenue exceeds $370M, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be scrutinized for signs of recovery and growth, especially after recent misses.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $0.12 or higher with revenue surpassing $370M would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.07 or revenue falling short of $369M would indicate ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.43%

Historical Avg

±3.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.4% while ZETA has averaged ±3.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

64.9%

Calls (5.2M)P/C Ratio: 0.20Puts (263K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich 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 adding

Institutional

83.70%

of float

Insider

2.83%

of float

Holders

495

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
23,051,314 sh · $404.1M
10.45%
6.1%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Zeta beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.1%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting ongoing uncertainty about growth.

Miss

Should Zeta miss estimates, history suggests a potential decline of about 1.6%, raising concerns about its operational effectiveness.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Details on technology investments and their expected impact on revenue.
4Management's outlook on market trends and competitive positioning.
5Responses to how recent performance aligns with long-term growth goals.

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Company Snapshot

Zeta Global Holdings Corp. operates in the information technology sector, focusing on application software....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

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

$0.12

Revenue

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market demand and overall business health.

$370M

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

ZETA Q2-2025 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

-16.83%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2025, Zeta reported an EPS of -$0.10, missing expectations. The stock reacted positively, rising 3.29% the following day despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Management emphasized a focus on improving operational efficiency.
They committed to enhancing customer acquisition strategies.
Plans to invest in technology upgrades were highlighted.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Zeta's upcoming earnings, with expectations for a modest EPS of $0.12 and revenue of $370M.

Bull Case

If Zeta can exceed these estimates, particularly in revenue growth, it may signal strong demand for its services and a turnaround in profitability.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet expectations again, it could raise concerns about its operational effectiveness and market competitiveness.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.12

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

Revenue

$370M

Revenue growth is crucial for assessing the company's market demand and overall business health.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Zeta achieve an EPS of at least $0.12?

This figure is critical as it will indicate whether the company is on a path to profitability and can meet investor expectations.

How does Zeta plan to drive revenue growth beyond the expected $370M?

Understanding the company's strategy for revenue generation is essential for assessing its future growth potential.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Zeta's potential for a revenue surprise, given its recent investments in technology and customer acquisition.

Supporting Evidence

Management's focus on operational efficiency could lead to better-than-expected results.

The options market is pricing in a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating heightened expectations.

Recent trends in customer engagement may not be fully reflected in analyst estimates.

Key Risk

If Zeta's revenue exceeds $370M, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be scrutinized for signs of recovery and growth, especially after recent misses.

Bull Confirmed If

Achieving an EPS of $0.12 or higher with revenue surpassing $370M would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.07 or revenue falling short of $369M would indicate ongoing challenges in the business.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±16.43%

Historical Avg

±3.3%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±16.4% while ZETA has averaged ±3.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.8%

30d HV

64.9%

Calls (5.2M)P/C Ratio: 0.20Puts (263K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 29 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich 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 adding

Institutional

83.70%

of float

Insider

2.83%

of float

Holders

495

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Vanguard Group Inc
23,051,314 sh · $404.1M
10.45%
6.1%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Zeta beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 3.1%, confirming a positive turnaround narrative.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting ongoing uncertainty about growth.

Miss

Should Zeta miss estimates, history suggests a potential decline of about 1.6%, raising concerns about its operational effectiveness.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on customer acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Insights into operational efficiency improvements and cost management.
3Details on technology investments and their expected impact on revenue.
4Management's outlook on market trends and competitive positioning.
5Responses to how recent performance aligns with long-term growth goals.