SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) Shares Could See 10% Volatility with 62% of 2026 EPS Dependent on H2 Results
26 July 2026
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SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ:SOFI) Shares Could See 10% Volatility with 62% of 2026 EPS Dependent on H2 Results

NEW YORK, July 26, 2026, 17:05 EDT — U.S. markets have ended trading for the day.

  • SoFi ended trading on Friday at $16.46, marking a 4.7% decline from the previous Friday. Over the same period, the Nasdaq fell by 2%.
  • Initial projections allocate 37 cents, or 62%, of 2026 earnings per share to the second half.
  • Options markets are pricing in a 10.45% move on earnings, exceeding the typical 8.5% seen recently.

Present forecasts allocate 37 cents of SoFi’s expected 60-cent per-share earnings in 2026 to the second half, equating to 62% of that year’s total. The company’s July 29 update will thus measure performance against these projections.

Early Q2 EPS stands at 11 cents, down from 14 cents in the past three months. The full-year forecast dropped by a cent to 60 cents. The target shifted to a later time.

The estimate bridge highlights the areas under the most pressure:

MeasureThree months agoCurrent or implied
Q2 2026 EPS$0.14$0.11
Q3 2026 EPS$0.16$0.17
Full-year 2026 EPS$0.61$0.60
Second-half EPS threshold$0.37, or 62%
Implied Q4 EPS$0.20

Initial consensus projections.
Derived from Q1 reported EPS and latest projections; this figure is not an official consensus.

The implied fourth quarter figure of 20 cents is higher than the present third quarter estimate of 17 cents. This calculation is arithmetic and does not reflect analyst consensus.

SoFi closed Friday at $16.46, marking a 4.7% decline since July 17. The Nasdaq dropped 2% for the week. Trading volume on Friday was approximately 20% higher than SoFi’s 65-day average.

The stock is down 37.1% so far this year, trading between $14.92 and $32.73 over the past 52 weeks.

TipRanks options data suggests a 10.45% move following earnings. Over the last four earnings releases, the average absolute move was 8.5%.

Based on Friday’s closing price, the range is approximately $14.74 to $18.18. The lower point would fall below the 52-week low, while the upper point comes close to Truist’s revised price target.

Truist Financial analyst Matthew Coad reiterated a Hold recommendation on Friday and increased his price target to $18 from $17. However, he characterized his outlook as “tactically more bearish.” TipRanks

Coad stated that “private credit demand for longer-duration consumer loans is declining.” He additionally noted cumulative loss triggers on certain 2025 LPB asset-backed securities. TipRanks

Coad projects $13.5 billion in Q2 originations, representing an 11% increase from the prior quarter. He anticipates a contraction in net interest margin due to a higher proportion of student loans.

The early consensus expects EPS of 11 cents and revenue around $1.11 billion. This would represent revenue growth close to 30%, aligning with guidance given by management in April.

Adjusted revenue for the first quarter climbed 41% to $1.09 billion. Adjusted EBITDA jumped 62% to $340 million. Membership rose 35% to reach 14.7 million.

However, Technology Platform revenue declined 27% to $75.1 million. The Loan Platform Business generated $140.8 million in adjusted revenue, primarily driven by $3 billion in third-party personal-loan originations and referrals.

Management maintains its 2026 adjusted revenue goal of approximately $4.66 billion and adjusted EPS of 60 cents. The EPS target, based on Friday’s closing price, represents a multiple of about 27.

Chief Executive Anthony Noto said that additional segments and current operations are “strengthening and diversifying our platform.” The upcoming report will need to demonstrate that this combination is sufficient to counterbalance challenges in funding and technology. SEC

SoFi is scheduled to announce results at about 7 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, with its earnings call set for 8 a.m. The Federal Reserve will issue its decision at 2 p.m., followed by a press conference at 2:30 p.m.

While markets widely anticipate rates to remain steady, futures on Friday indicated a 38% probability of a 25 basis point hike. This leaves SoFi with two rate-driven potential market movers in the span of seven hours.

Risks: Declining consumer credit, restricted partner funding, or additional margin compression may undermine the outlook for the second half. An unexpected decision by the Fed could overshadow updates from the company.

LPB originations, net interest margin, and the 60-cent outlook will be key metrics for investors. A quarter with 11 cents may not be enough to resolve trading sentiment.

What does SoFi need to post on Wednesday to surpass earnings expectations?

SoFi is set to report results Wednesday at 7 a.m. Eastern, ahead of an 8 a.m. conference call. Analysts are projecting revenue near $1.11 billion and diluted EPS of $0.11. The company previously forecast adjusted revenue growth close to 30% and a 30% EBITDA margin, which suggests about $1.12 billion in adjusted revenue and $335 million in EBITDA. Expectations remain elevated. SoFi Investors

Is there an expectation that management will increase guidance for full-year 2026?

The latest outlook projects adjusted revenue of $4.655 billion and EBITDA of $1.6 billion. The company also aims for adjusted net income of $825 million and adjusted EPS of $0.60. Following the first quarter, approximately $3.57 billion in adjusted revenue remains needed over the next nine months. For the same span, EBITDA of around $1.26 billion is required, suggesting a margin of 35%. SoFi maintained its guidance post-Q1, and shares declined 12%.

Do record originations continue to result in acceptable credit losses?

Loan originations for Q1 totaled $12.18 billion, up 68% compared to the prior year. Volumes for personal, student, and home loans increased by 51%, 119%, and 137%, respectively. Charge-offs on personal loans were reported at 3.03%, declining 28 basis points from a year ago. SoFi projected an overall rate close to 4.4% excluding sales of delinquent loans. Cumulative losses from 2022–2025 vintages reached 4.64%, with 36% of principal still outstanding.

Is it possible for member growth to remain above 30% through the end of the year?

SoFi reported 14.706 million members at the close of Q1, reflecting a 35% increase compared to the same period last year. The company gained 1.055 million new members and 1.8 million new products during the quarter. Existing members accounted for 43% of new product additions. The company’s guidance points to reaching at least 17.75 million members by December, which would mean an average of around 1.01 million net additions per quarter for the remainder of the year.

Is the growth in fee income truly lessening SoFi’s reliance on lending?

Fee-based revenue increased 23% to $386.8 million in Q1. However, it accounted for about 36% of adjusted revenue, down from 41% previously. Lending adjusted revenue climbed 53% to $629.3 million. The Loan Platform Business generated $140.8 million for the quarter. Truist anticipates weaker funding demand in the second half, according to one analyst. SoFi Investors

Is it possible for the Technology Platform to halt its decline?

Technology Platform revenue declined 27% to $75.1 million in Q1. The number of accounts decreased 16% to 132.9 million, following the exit of a major client. Contribution margin fell to 16%, compared with 30% a year earlier. Management aims to implement a single technology brand spanning four enterprise segments. Q2 performance requires further proof. SoFi Investors

What impact might the Federal Reserve’s Wednesday decision have on SoFi?

The Federal Reserve will convene July 28–29, with current rates at 3.50%–3.75%. Late in the week, futures markets mostly predicted no rate move, though the likelihood of a hike climbed to around 38%. SoFi posted a first-quarter net interest margin of 5.94%, an increase of 22 basis points from the previous period. While higher rates could boost asset yields, there is potential for deposit and credit loss repricing. The near-term impact on the stock remains unclear. Federal Reserve

Is SOFI considered inexpensive at its $16.46 closing price on Friday?

Shares ended Friday at $16.46, representing a 37.1% decline year-to-date. The stock currently changes hands at roughly 37 times trailing earnings, according to FactSet. When measured against SoFi’s $0.60 adjusted EPS outlook, the valuation is about 27 times. The shares are also valued at close to 2.3 times Q1 tangible book value. The average target price from FactSet stands at $20.47, with Truist most recently setting a target of $18. Opinions on valuation remain divided. Barron’s

Might short interest intensify the movement following earnings?

Short interest totaled around 186 million shares as of July 15, representing about 14.9% of the float. This figure is 1.1% lower compared to the previous report. With robust trading volumes, days to cover were just 2.3. Options recently signaled an expected earnings move of 8.7%, though this forecast fluctuates daily. A short squeeze remains possible, but not certain. MarketBeat

Does dilution continue to pose a significant risk for shareholders?

Shares outstanding increased 0.9% in Q1, totaling 1.281 billion. Diluted weighted shares climbed 16.2% from a year earlier, reaching 1.378 billion. The December-January offering brought in 57.8 million shares and approximately $1.6 billion in net cash. Up to $428 million of notes could convert to an additional 19.1 million shares. The initial conversion price stands near $22.41, above Friday’s closing value. SoFi anticipates a mixed cash-and-share settlement, so the eventual dilution remains undetermined. SoFi Investors

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

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