Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Earnings releases, calls & guidance · Working

Beat and raise

Also called: beat-and-raise quarter

ELI5

Reporting results above expectations and increasing future guidance.

Used in conversation

“Can we circulate beat and raise with the assumptions and open questions marked?”

Pitch context

You will see “Beat and raise” in annual reports, earnings decks, filings and investor presentations when the discussion reaches earnings releases, calls & guidance.

Why it matters: In earnings releases, calls & guidance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 5

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