Overview
Bloomberg‑compiled options data suggests that Kraft Heinz Co. (NASDAQ:KHC) could experience a 4.4% price movement when it releases its earnings report on August 5, 2026 before the market opens. The implied move is derived from the pricing of near‑term options and reflects market expectations of volatility surrounding the earnings announcement.
Historical Accuracy of Options‑Implied Moves
The article notes that Kraft Heinz’s stock has exceeded the options‑implied move in four of its last eight earnings announcements. Specific past earnings outcomes are:
- May 6 (year not specified): stock rose 2.7%, below the 3.7% implied move.
- February 11 (year not specified): stock rose 4.7%, surpassing the 3.9% implied move.
- October 2025: stock fell 4.7%, exceeding the 3.5% implied move.
- July 30, 2025: stock fell 1.0%, less than the 4.0% implied move.
- April 29, 2025: stock declined 3.6%, below the 4.1% implied move.
- February 12, 2025: stock slipped 0.3%, under the 3.5% implied move.
- October 2024: stock dropped 5.4%, surpassing the 3.9% implied move.
- July 31, 2024: stock rose 7.3%, well above the 3.9% implied move.
These figures illustrate that while the options model has correctly anticipated direction and magnitude in some instances, it has also underestimated or overestimated moves in others.
Source and Disclaimer
The article was generated with the support of AI and subsequently reviewed by an editor, as indicated by the Reuters footer. No additional commentary or analysis is provided beyond the factual data presented.