Earnings Calendar 2026
Track upcoming earnings dates for S&P 500 and Russell 2000 stocks. See when companies report, what analysts expect, and set pre-earnings alerts so you're ready before the bell.
What Is an Earnings Calendar?
An earnings calendar is a schedule of upcoming earnings report dates for publicly traded companies. Every quarter, companies are required to disclose their financial results — revenue, earnings per share (EPS), operating margins, and forward guidance. An earnings calendar aggregates these dates so investors know exactly when each company plans to report.
Earnings reports are among the most significant drivers of short-term stock price moves. A single report can send a stock up or down 10–20% in a single session. Traders use earnings calendars to prepare for these events: positioning ahead of the report, setting alerts, and reacting quickly when numbers hit.
The Stock Alarm Pro earnings calendar covers S&P 500 and Russell 2000 companies — over 2,500 stocks — and updates in real time as companies confirm their reporting dates.
Why Earnings Reports Move Stock Prices
Four key factors determine whether a stock rallies or sells off after an earnings report.
EPS Beat
When actual EPS exceeds the analyst consensus estimate, the stock typically rallies. The larger the beat, the bigger the move — especially if it is the second or third consecutive beat (pattern recognition by the market).
EPS Miss
When actual EPS falls short of estimates, the stock typically sells off. A miss on both EPS and revenue in the same quarter is particularly punishing — stocks can drop 10–20% in a session.
Guidance Raise
Management raising full-year guidance signals confidence in the business. A guidance raise often drives a sustained multi-day or multi-week rally, even if the current quarter's numbers were in line.
Guidance Cut
A guidance cut can override a strong earnings beat. If the company earned more than expected this quarter but expects less in the next, the market prices in the future — not the past.
How to Read an Earnings Report
Four numbers to check in the first 60 seconds after a report drops.
| Metric | What to Compare | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
EPS (Earnings Per Share) | Actual vs. Estimate | Net income divided by diluted share count. The single most-watched number. Beat = bullish, Miss = bearish. |
Revenue | Actual vs. Estimate | Total sales for the quarter. Revenue beats signal demand strength. Revenue misses often matter more than EPS misses. |
Guidance | Raised / Maintained / Cut vs. Prior guidance | Management's forward outlook for the next quarter or full year. Raised guidance often causes a bigger rally than the EPS beat itself. |
Margins | Gross / Operating vs. Analyst estimate | Gross margin and operating margin vs. prior year. Expanding margins signal pricing power. Compression is the earliest warning sign. |
Earnings Seasons Explained
Most S&P 500 companies report within 3 weeks of a quarter ending. Here is when each earnings season hits and what to watch.
Q1 Earnings Season
April – May
Companies report January–March results. Tech, banks, and consumer names are the first movers. Market tone is often set by the largest banks the first week of April.
Q2 Earnings Season
July – August
The busiest earnings season. Nearly all S&P 500 companies report April–June results in a concentrated 3-week window starting mid-July.
Q3 Earnings Season
October – November
Companies report July–September results. Often coincides with peak market volatility — October has historically been the most volatile month for stocks.
Q4 Earnings Season
January – February
Full-year results and annual guidance. Companies frame the year ahead — Q4 guidance is often the most market-moving of the four seasons.
Timing tip: Most earnings are released either before market open (pre-market, typically 7–9 AM ET) or after market close (post-market, typically 4–5 PM ET). Pre-market reports price into the open; post-market reports price into the following day's open. The earnings calendar shows which time each company is expected to report.
How to Use an Earnings Calendar
Five steps from calendar to trade-ready position.
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Find upcoming earnings dates
Open the Stock Alarm Pro earnings calendar to see which companies report this week and next. Filter by S&P 500, Russell 2000, or search for a specific ticker.
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Check analyst estimates
Review the EPS and revenue consensus estimates for each upcoming report. Rising estimates in the weeks before earnings are a bullish signal — the bar is being raised.
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Set pre-earnings alerts
Go to the alerts page and set a price alert on the stock 3–5 days before it reports. This lets you enter or exit before volatility spikes on the day of the report.
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Monitor the report live
On earnings day, watch the stock's real-time price in your watchlist. Post-market earnings moves often run 5–15% — being alerted first means you can react before the open.
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React to guidance changes
The EPS beat or miss matters less than guidance. If the company raises forward guidance, that often drives a sustained multi-day rally. A guidance cut can override even a strong beat.
Earnings Alert Types
Set an alert before earnings and be the first to react when a report drops. Three types of earnings alerts built for active traders.
Pre-Earnings Price Alert
Set a price target on a stock 3–5 days before it reports. Get notified if the stock hits your level while implied volatility is still building — optimal entry timing before the event.
Post-Earnings Gap Alert
Be the first to know when a stock gaps up or down more than a set percentage at the open after its earnings report. Critical for pre-market and opening-bell reaction trades.
Earnings Surprise Alert
Get notified immediately when a stock reports EPS materially above or below analyst consensus. React before the broader market fully processes the report.
Set your first earnings alert now
Go to Stock Alarm Pro Alerts to create a pre-earnings price alert on any stock in your watchlist. Get notified on web, iOS, and Android.
Most-Watched Upcoming Earnings
The most market-moving earnings reports each season. Click any company to view its full earnings history, EPS trends, and analyst estimates.
Never Miss an Earnings Report
The Stock Alarm Pro earnings calendar updates in real time as companies confirm their reporting dates. Filter by S&P 500 or Russell 2000, set pre-earnings alerts on any stock, and get notified on web, iOS, or Android the moment a report drops.
- Earnings dates for 2,500+ stocks
- EPS and revenue estimates
- Before/after market indicators
- Pre-earnings price alerts
- Post-earnings gap alerts
- Mobile push notifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an earnings calendar?
An earnings calendar is a schedule of upcoming earnings report dates for publicly traded companies. It shows when each company plans to release its quarterly or annual financial results, along with analyst estimates for earnings per share (EPS) and revenue. Traders and investors use earnings calendars to prepare for potential stock price movements around report dates.
When do companies report earnings?
Most public companies report earnings quarterly — four times per year. The majority of S&P 500 companies report within the first 3–4 weeks after a quarter ends. Earnings season typically runs: Q1 (April–May), Q2 (July–August), Q3 (October–November), and Q4 (January–February). Companies choose their own fiscal year end, so not all quarterly earnings align with calendar quarters.
What is an earnings surprise?
An earnings surprise occurs when a company's reported earnings per share (EPS) or revenue differs materially from analyst consensus estimates. A positive surprise (beat) happens when actual EPS exceeds estimates — often triggering a stock price rally. A negative surprise (miss) happens when EPS falls short — often triggering a sell-off. The magnitude of the surprise and forward guidance are the two biggest drivers of post-earnings price moves.
How does an EPS beat or miss affect stock price?
An EPS beat typically pushes a stock higher, but the size of the move depends on: (1) how large the beat was relative to expectations, (2) whether the company raised or lowered forward guidance, and (3) broader market conditions. Stocks can fall even on an earnings beat if guidance disappoints — traders call this "buy the rumor, sell the news." Conversely, stocks can rally on a miss if guidance is raised and signals improving business momentum.
How far in advance are earnings dates known?
Most companies announce their earnings date 2–4 weeks before the actual report. Some companies announce dates as early as 30–45 days out. Earnings calendars aggregate these announcements and update in real time as companies confirm dates. Dates can shift, especially when a company is under unusual circumstances — always verify the date a few days before the expected report.
Can I set alerts for earnings reports?
Yes. Stock Alarm Pro lets you set pre-earnings price alerts on any stock before it reports. You can be notified when a stock crosses a price level in the days before earnings, get a post-earnings gap alert when the stock makes a large move at the open, or set an earnings surprise alert to react immediately after the report drops. Go to /alerts to set up your first earnings alert.