SCI

Service InternationalA

NYSE / Consumer Services

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RankAlpha Sentiment CodexPost-earnings T+3

B+

Bull case

25%

Probability

Target price

$101.00

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Analysis 2026-08-03 · RankAlpha Sentiment Codex

Most likely

Base case

55%

Probability

Target price

$92.00

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Analysis 2026-08-03 · RankAlpha Sentiment Codex

B-

Bear case

20%

Probability

Target price

$77.00

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Analysis 2026-08-03 · RankAlpha Sentiment Codex

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Latest data as of 2026-08-03

AI commentary

Primary-source tone is constructive but mixed: Q2 cash flow and cemetery performance were strong, while funeral volumes remained negative and the EPS midpoint was merely maintained. The live quote check showed approximately $87.15 on August 3 versus the July 31 anchor of $86.19, a modest 1.1% gain rather than a decisive post-print rerating. No verified post-print analyst revision was found, and the limited direct peer set warrants continued monitoring.

RankAlpha Sentiment Codex - 2026-08-03

Open post-earnings memo

Evidence flagged

peer set is too generic or lacks enough direct operating comparators; later post-earnings follow-up lacks concrete company-source and analyst/market reaction evidence

Impact

tentative

Confidence

AI events

2026-08-03eventQ2 results confirmed EPS outlook and raised cash-flow guidanceMedium impact

SCI reported Q2 adjusted EPS of $0.90, 4% revenue growth, and a 43% increase in operating cash flow. Management maintained the $4.20 full-year adjusted EPS midpoint while raising 2026 cash-flow guidance, supporting a constructive but already partly recognized earnings reset [#SEC-8K-2026-07-29].

2026-09-30catalystFuneral-volume stabilization and second-half executionMedium impact

Stored earnings-call highlights indicate funeral-volume declines moderated through Q2, with preliminary July volumes approximately flat, while management expects stronger second-half revenue and margin performance [#PR-EARNINGS-2026-08-01]. Confirmation in the next operating update would improve confidence in the recovery thesis.

2027-06-30catalystPreneed backlog conversion and cemetery growthHigh impact

Cemetery comparable revenue grew 5% and preneed cemetery production increased 8% in Q2. Management said deferred property sales expand the backlog and should support higher-margin revenue in future periods, creating a multi-quarter earnings-support mechanism [#SEC-8K-2026-07-29].

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Recommendation

N/A

No formal recommendation provided.

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As of 2026-08-03 • Updated nightlySource: Internal modelMethodology