What is OnlyEarnings?

OnlyEarnings is a free daily earnings calendar and market briefing delivered to your inbox every weekday before the market opens. It covers which companies are reporting earnings, expected EPS and revenue, and key market-moving events.

When are earnings reports released?

Earnings reports are typically released either Before Market Open (BMO) or After Market Close (AMC). BMO reports come out between 6:00-9:30 AM ET, while AMC reports are released after 4:00 PM ET. OnlyEarnings tracks both and delivers a daily briefing before the market opens.

How do I use the earnings calendar?

Visit onlyearnings.com to see today's earnings reports, this week's full calendar, and historical earnings data. Each listing shows the company ticker, expected EPS, expected revenue, report timing (BMO/AMC), and sector classification.

What is an earnings report and why does it matter?

An earnings report is a quarterly financial statement released by a publicly traded company disclosing its revenue, net income, and earnings per share (EPS). Earnings reports are among the most significant market-moving events because they reveal whether a company is growing, meeting expectations, or falling short. A beat (actual results above estimates) often drives the stock price higher; a miss (below estimates) typically causes a decline.

What does BMO and AMC mean in earnings?

BMO stands for Before Market Open, meaning the company releases its earnings report before the U.S. stock market opens at 9:30 AM ET. AMC stands for After Market Close, meaning the report is released after 4:00 PM ET when the regular trading session ends. Both timings affect when the stock price reaction occurs — BMO reports move the stock at the open, while AMC reports move it in after-hours trading.

What is an earnings surprise (beat or miss)?

An earnings surprise occurs when a company's actual reported EPS or revenue differs from the Wall Street consensus estimate. A beat means the company reported better-than-expected results; a miss means results came in below expectations. The size of the surprise — not just the direction — determines how much the stock moves. A large beat on both EPS and revenue typically produces the strongest positive reaction.

How are EPS estimates determined?

EPS (Earnings Per Share) estimates are the consensus average of forecasts from Wall Street analysts who cover the company. Each analyst builds a financial model projecting the company's revenue, margins, and net income, then divides by the share count to arrive at an EPS estimate. The consensus is typically the mean or median of all analyst estimates. Companies often provide guidance (forward-looking projections) that anchors analyst models.

How often do companies report earnings?

U.S. publicly traded companies report earnings quarterly — four times per year. The four reporting periods correspond to fiscal quarters: Q1 (January–March), Q2 (April–June), Q3 (July–September), and Q4 (October–December). Most companies report results 2–6 weeks after the quarter ends. The bulk of S&P 500 companies report during the peak of earnings season, which typically runs for 3–4 weeks after each quarter closes.

What is earnings season and when does it occur?

Earnings season is the 3–4 week period each quarter when the majority of S&P 500 companies release their quarterly results. The four main earnings seasons occur in: mid-January to mid-February (Q4 results), mid-April to mid-May (Q1 results), mid-July to mid-August (Q2 results), and mid-October to mid-November (Q3 results). The busiest weeks typically see 100–200 S&P 500 companies reporting on the same day.

What is the difference between GAAP and non-GAAP earnings?

GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) earnings follow standardized accounting rules and include all expenses, including one-time charges, stock-based compensation, and restructuring costs. Non-GAAP earnings (also called adjusted earnings) exclude certain items management deems non-recurring or non-cash, presenting what they argue is a cleaner picture of ongoing business performance. Wall Street consensus estimates typically track non-GAAP EPS. Both metrics matter: GAAP shows the full legal picture; non-GAAP shows operational trends.

How do earnings affect stock prices?

Stock prices react to earnings based on the gap between actual results and expectations. A company that beats EPS and revenue estimates and raises forward guidance typically sees its stock rise. A miss on either metric, or a cut to guidance, typically causes a decline. The options market prices in an expected move before each earnings report (the implied move), which reflects how much volatility traders anticipate. Stocks can move 5–20% or more on earnings, making the calendar critical for traders and investors.

Where does OnlyEarnings source its data?

OnlyEarnings sources earnings calendar data, EPS estimates, and revenue estimates from publicly available Wall Street consensus data and company investor relations filings. Actual results are sourced from company press releases and earnings reports. The calendar is updated daily during earnings season. For methodology details, see the Methodology page at onlyearnings.com/methodology.

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