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Plug Power is building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem—from production, storage, and delivery to energy generation. The company plans to build and operate green hydrogen highways across North America and Europe. Plug will deliver its green hydrogen solutions directly to its customers and through joint venture partners into multiple end markets, including material handling, e-mobility, power generation, and industrial applications.

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Plug Power riporta risultati del secondo trimestre sotto le aspettative di Wall Street, con sfide nei margini e nei ricavi.

Plug Power delude Wall Street: risultati sotto le aspettative

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Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) shares saw a modest gain late Monday, trading up 2.1% to 79 cents, after initially surging as much as 8.5% earlier in the session. The uptick follows an announcement that CFO Paul Middleton purchased 350,000 shares of the company&#8217;s common stock for approximately $250,000 on May 16.
What To Know: In a Monday morning <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45491579/plug-power-cfo-paul-middleton-underscores-confidence-in-financial-strength-and-strategic-growth-wi">press release</a>, Middleton stated his confidence in Plug Power&#8217;s long-term vision and financial strength. This move comes on the heels of the company&#8217;s first-quarter 2025 earnings report, which showed revenue of $133.7 million.
Plug Power last week reported first-quarter 2025 revenue of $133.67 million, surpassing analyst estimates and marking an 11% year-over-year increase driven by strong electrolyzer sales.
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However, the company posted a wider-than-expected net loss of 21 cents per share, leading analysts to remain cautious despite positive second-quarter revenue guidance. 
Notably, net cash used in operating and investing activities significantly decreased to $152.1 million, a substantial improvement from $288.3 million in the first quarter of 2024.
Plug Power has also expanded its hydrogen production capacity to 40 tons per day across three operational plants, while seeing growth in its electrolyzer and fuel cell businesses. 
What Else: Plug Power on Monday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45491579/plug-power-cfo-paul-middleton-underscores-confidence-in-financial-strength-and-strategic-growth-wi">said</a> the company&#8217;s commitment to aligning executive incentives with shareholder interests was also highlighted by CEO Andy Marsh&#8217;s decision to take 50% of his 2025 compensation in Plug Power stock.
Peer clean energy manufacturing company FuelCell Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCEL#NASDAQ">FCEL</a>) also saw gains Monday, jumping 18.45% to $4.88 on Monday, despite no specific company news driving the rally. 
Notably, FuelCell has a high short interest, with about 23.9% of its float currently sold short, which could contribute to volatile price swings if short sellers are forced to cover their positions.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy PLUG Stock</h2>
By now, you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for Plug Power, be it to purchase shares or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of Plug Power, which had been trading at 78 cents, $100 would buy you 128.21 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading — either way, it allows you to profit from the share price decline.
According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, PLUG has a 52-week high of $3.55 and a 52-week low of 69 cents.
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Plug Power Stock Gains After CFO Share Purchase

Morgan Stanley analyst Arthur Sitbon maintains Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $1.25 to $0.5.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Plug Power, Lowers Price Target to $0.5

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>), a global leader in comprehensive solutions for the hydrogen economy, today announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Paul Middleton, has purchased Plug's common stock in an open market transaction, underscoring his conviction in Plug's current strategy and future potential to dominate the hydrogen economy at scale. On May 16, 2025, Middleton acquired 350,000 shares at an average price of $0.7154 per share, for a total investment of approximately $250,000.

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Plug Power CFO Paul Middleton Buys 350K Shares Of Stock At An Average Price Of $0.7154 Per Share, Or For ~$250,000 In Open Market Purchase

Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) shares rose 3.6% to 72 cents on Friday, clawing back some ground after a sharp selloff earlier in the week. The stock remains down 21% since Monday's session following a mixed first-quarter earnings report that highlighted growth potential but underscored ongoing financial challenges.
What To Know: The company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45387898/plug-power-stock-is-tumbling-tuesday-whats-going-on">first-quarter revenue</a> of $133.67 million, exceeding analyst estimates of $132.16 million and marking an 11% year-over-year increase. 
Growth was fueled by a 575% surge in GenEco electrolyzer sales and continued momentum in material handling and cryogenic platform deployments. 
However, a wider-than-expected net loss of 21 cents per share, compared to a forecasted 19-cent loss, weighed on investor sentiment.
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Plug Power <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45387898/plug-power-stock-is-tumbling-tuesday-whats-going-on">reaffirmed</a> its strategic focus for 2025, narrowing its efforts to core areas—electrolyzers, hydrogen supply and material handling—where it sees the strongest competitive advantages. 
Management highlighted progress in scaling hydrogen production and improving capital efficiency through tax credit transfers and project equity financing.
Despite guiding second-quarter revenue above expectations at $140 million to $180 million, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45417895/jp-morgan-signals-caution-on-plug-powers-near-term-challenges-withdraws-price-forecast">analysts remain cautious</a>. JP Morgan and Canaccord Genuity trimmed revenue forecasts and cited concerns about liquidity, margins and funding needs. Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45466937/us-targets-european-digital-rules-in-free-speech-campaign-defending-american-big-tech">US Slams Europe&#8217;s Digital Laws, Calls Them A Danger To Free Expression And American Big Tech</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy PLUG Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>)'s case, it is in the Industrials sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, PLUG has a 52-week high of $3.55 and a 52-week low of $0.70.

Plug Power Stock Is Down 21% This Week: What's Going On?

Shares of Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) fell 9.85 during Wednesday&#8217;s session to 71 cents, extending a 15.8% decline over the past week, after reporting mixed first-quarter results.
While the company topped <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45387898/plug-power-stock-is-tumbling-tuesday-whats-going-on">revenue expectations</a> with $133.67 million—up 11% year-over-year—investors reacted negatively to a wider-than-expected loss of 21 cents per share, missing the 19-cent estimate.
What To Know: Revenue growth was driven by a 575% year-over-year surge in GenEco electrolyzer sales, along with strength in material handling and cryogenic deployments. Despite this, the market remained focused on Plug's ongoing profitability and liquidity challenges.
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Management emphasized <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45387898/plug-power-stock-is-tumbling-tuesday-whats-going-on">strategic narrowing</a> for 2025, focusing on material handling, electrolyzers, and hydrogen supply. CEO Andy Marsh highlighted progress in scaling production, particularly with new capacity in Louisiana, and pointed to financing efforts including tax credit transfers and equity structures.
Plug guided second-quarter revenue between $140 million and $180 million, above estimates, signaling optimism. However, analysts remain cautious. 
Canaccord Genuity <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45417895/jp-morgan-signals-caution-on-plug-powers-near-term-challenges-withdraws-price-forecast">cut its price target</a> to $1, while JP Morgan lowered full-year revenue forecasts and noted the need for $100–$200 million in additional funding before the first DOE loan drawdown.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy PLUG Stock</h2>
Besides going to a brokerage platform to purchase a share &#8211; or fractional share &#8211; of stock, you can also gain access to shares either by buying an exchange traded fund (ETF) that holds the stock itself, or by allocating yourself to a strategy in your 401(k) that would seek to acquire shares in a mutual fund or other instrument. 
For example, in Plug Power&#8217;s case, it is in the Industrials sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
According to data from&nbsp;<a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, PLUG has a 52-week high of $3.55 and a 52-week low of $0.71.

Plug Power Stock Hits A New 52-Week Low: What's Going On?

JP Morgan analyst Bill Peterson reiterated a Neutral rating on Plug Power, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) but <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLUG/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">has withdrawn the price forecast</a>.
On May 12, 2025, the company reported first-quarter revenue of $133.67 million, beating analyst&nbsp;estimates of $132.16 million and a loss of 21 cents per share, missing analyst estimates for <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45361043/plug-power-q1-earnings-revenue-beats-estimates-driven-by-575-growth-in-electrolyzer-sales-eps-falls-short-company-highlights-real-progress-toward-profitability" rel="noreferrer noopener">a loss of 19 cents per share</a>.
Plug Power guided for second-quarter revenue in the range of $140 million to $180 million, versus estimates of $132.16 million, signaling <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45387898/plug-power-stock-is-tumbling-tuesday-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener">confidence in continued demand growth</a>.
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The analyst adjusted its second-quarter revenue estimates towards the lower end of the company&#8217;s guidance range at $150 million (down from $156 million prior).
Peterson has also slightly reduced the electrolyzer growth projections for the year, anticipating potential deal delays into 2026.
Consequently, the analyst lowered the full-year revenue estimate to $729 million (from $756 million previously).
The analyst also factored in Plug Power&#8217;s need to raise an additional $100 million to $200 million to bridge the funding gap required for the initial drawdown of its Department of Energy (DOE) loan, which may occur later this year or in early 2026.
Overall, the analyst says that Plug Power has significant potential for future growth through expansion into new markets, geographies, and the green hydrogen sector.
However, the company currently faces near-term challenges related to liquidity, margin improvement, and the availability of hydrogen, which is impacting its current outlook.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Global X Hydrogen ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HYDR#NASDAQ">HYDR</a>).
Price Action: PLUG shares are down 3.91% at $0.78 at the last check on Wednesday.
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JP Morgan Signals Caution On Plug Power's Near-Term Challenges, Withdraws Price Forecast

Piper Sandler analyst Kashy Harrison maintains Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $1.1 to $0.8.

Piper Sandler Maintains Underweight on Plug Power, Lowers Price Target to $0.8

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Blum maintains Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $2 to $1.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Plug Power, Lowers Price Target to $1

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Northann (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCL#AMEX">NCL</a>) stock rose 61.1% to $0.68 during Tuesday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $37.9 million. </li>
<li>Babcock &amp; Wilcox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BW#NYSE">BW</a>) shares increased by 46.08% to $0.95. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $93.1 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Microvast Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MVST#NASDAQ">MVST</a>) shares moved upwards by 30.54% to $3.12. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.0 billion. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>WANG &amp; LEE Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLGS#NASDAQ">WLGS</a>) shares increased by 22.16% to $0.3. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $6.4 million. </li>
<li>Archer Aviation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACHR#NYSE">ACHR</a>) stock increased by 21.14% to $11.0. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.9 billion. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) shares increased by 20.21% to $11.42. The company's market cap stands at $1.3 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out today. </li>
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<li>Micropolis Hldgs (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCRP#AMEX">MCRP</a>) shares decreased by 29.1% to $2.1 during Tuesday's after-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $71.1 million. </li>
<li>Jayud Global Logistics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JYD#NASDAQ">JYD</a>) stock fell 17.15% to $0.3. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $28.3 million. </li>
<li>Hertz Global Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HTZ#NASDAQ">HTZ</a>) stock declined by 16.3% to $5.81. The company's market cap stands at $1.7 billion. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Nuburu (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURU#AMEX">BURU</a>) shares declined by 15.07% to $0.14. The company's market cap stands at $6.8 million. </li>
<li>Freight Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRGT#NASDAQ">FRGT</a>) stock declined by 10.24% to $1.14. The company's market cap stands at $2.5 million. </li>
<li>Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) shares declined by 9.7% to $0.82. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $797.5 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. 
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12 Industrials Stocks Moving In Tuesday's After-Market Session

14 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Plug Power, presenting an average target of $1.81, a high estimate of $3.00, and a low estimate of $0.75. Highlighting a 22.65% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $2.34. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747170179_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Plug Power. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
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<td>George Gianarikas</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$1.00</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Biju Perincheril</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$1.80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tom Curran</td>
<td>Seaport Global</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$0.75</td>
<td>$1.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Dayal</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Dayal</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Manav Gupta</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arthur Sitbon</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$1.60</td>
<td>$1.75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>George Gianarikas</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$1.25</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Levy</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$1.50</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Pfingst</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kashy Harrison</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$1.10</td>
<td>$1.40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Biju Perincheril</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$1.80</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ameet Thakkar</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$1.40</td>
<td>$1.60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amit Dayal</td>
<td>HC Wainwright &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.00</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Plug Power. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Plug Power compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Plug Power's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Plug Power's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Plug Power: A Closer Look</h2>
Plug Power is building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem—from production, storage, and delivery to energy generation. The company plans to build and operate green hydrogen highways across North America and Europe. Plug will deliver its green hydrogen solutions directly to its customers and through joint venture partners into multiple end markets, including material handling, e-mobility, power generation, and industrial applications.
<h3>Financial Insights: Plug Power</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3M period, Plug Power faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -13.81% in revenue growth as of 31 December, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -697.46%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -56.07%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Plug Power's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -32.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Plug Power's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.62, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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What 14 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Plug Power

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) shares are trading lower Wednesday after the company reported first-quarter results that showed revenue growth, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45361043/plug-power-q1-earnings-revenue-beats-estimates-driven-by-575-growth-in-electrolyzer-sales-eps-falls-short-company-highlights-real-progress-toward-profitability">but a wider-than-expected loss</a>.
What To Know: The move comes despite a beat on the top line, as investors focused on ongoing profitability challenges and cautious sentiment around the company's path forward.
For the first quarter, Plug reported revenue of $133.67 million, slightly ahead of analyst expectations of $132.16 million and up from $120.26 million in the same quarter last year. The company credited the revenue growth to strong momentum in its electrolyzer segment, where GenEco electrolyzer sales surged 575% year-over-year. Plug also cited continued demand in material handling and growth in cryogenic platform deployments.
Despite the revenue beat, the company posted a net loss of 21 cents per share, missing analyst estimates for a 19-cent loss. Plug noted progress in managing its cash flow, with net cash used in operations and investing dropping to $152.1 million, compared to $288.3 million in the prior year's quarter. The company ended the period with $295.8 million in unrestricted cash.
Management emphasized a narrowed focus for 2025, stating it will concentrate on material handling, electrolyzers and hydrogen supply, areas where Plug believes it holds competitive advantages. CEO Andy Marsh said the company is working to scale its hydrogen ecosystem and drive adoption of its GenEco platform globally. He also highlighted new production capacity coming online in Louisiana and efforts to strengthen capital efficiency through financing initiatives such as tax credit transfers and project equity structures.
Plug Power guided for second-quarter revenue in the range of $140 million to $180 million, versus estimates of $132.16 million, signaling confidence in continued demand growth. 
Following the print, Canaccord Genuity analyst George Gianarikas maintained a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">Hold rating</a> and lowered the price target from $1.25 to $1, which may be adding pressure to shares on Tuesday.
PLUG Price Action: Plug Power shares were down 9.41%, trading at approximately 82 cents at the time of publication Tuesday, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?new_user=False&amp;backend=google-oauth2">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Plug Power Stock Is Tumbling Tuesday: What's Going On?

Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) Monday reported its first-quarter results.
With U.S. policy for green energy posing challenges, the company is likely to shift its focus to international opportunities, according to JPMorgan.
The Plug Power Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5aabc09cb023000001cb8b57/bill-peterson">Analyst Bill Peterson</a> maintained a Neutral rating and price target of 96 cents.
The Plug Power Thesis: The company reported its quarterly revenue at $134 million, in-line with its pre-announcement, and reiterated its second-quarter revenue guidance of $140 million-180 million, Peterson said in the note.
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
The wide range in Plug Power's revenue guidance was due to "execution and timing on its ~$200M electrolyzer backlog," he added.
The U.S. government's House Ways and Means Committee presented a proposal to eliminate the 45V tax credit for clean hydrogen facilities starting construction after 2025, the analyst stated.
"The 45V tax credit update is likely mixed, given investor concerns around full repeal and long-term negative for green hydrogen projects in the U.S. offset by the likelihood for Plug Power to uniquely benefit from GA/TX projects," he further wrote.
New customers in Europe could help Plug Power achieve its target of 10%-20% year-on-year growth this year, Peterson said.
The company is also "executing well" on cost reduction and its cash burn could ease further over the coming quarters, he added.
PLUG Price Action: Shares of Plug Power had declined by 9.2% to $0.82 at the time of publication on Tuesday.
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Plug Power Chases Growth Beyond US Tax Credit Hurdles

Canaccord Genuity analyst George Gianarikas maintains Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $1.25 to $1.

Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Plug Power, Lowers Price Target to $1

Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) reported financial results for the first quarter after the market close on Monday. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/g45358934/plug-reports-first-quarter-2025-financial-results">of the report</a>.
Q1 Earnings: Plug Power reported first-quarter revenue of $133.67 million, beating analyst&nbsp;<a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/plug/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">estimates</a>&nbsp;of $132.16 million. Total revenue was up from $120.26 million in the prior year&#8217;s quarter. 
The company reported a first-quarter loss of 21 cents per share, missing analyst estimates for a loss of 19 cents per share, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Plug said its results were driven by growing electrolyzer deliveries, continued demand in material handling and ongoing deployments in the company&#8217;s cryogenic platform. The company noted that GenEco electrolyzer sales increased&nbsp;575%&nbsp;on a year-over-year basis. 
Net cash used in operations and investing activities declined to $152.1 million in the quarter, down from $288.3 million in the first quarter of 2024. Plug ended the quarter with approximately $295.8 million&nbsp;in unrestricted cash.
&#8220;In 2025, we are focused on three core areas: material handling, electrolyzers and hydrogen supply. These are the businesses where Plug holds competitive advantages — and where we believe we can deliver the most meaningful impact for our customers and investors,&#8221; the company said in the earnings release.
Guidance:&nbsp;Plug Power expects second-quarter revenue to be in the range of $140 million to $180 million versus <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a> estimates of $132.16 million. 
Plug said it plans to focus on driving continued global adoption of its GenEco electrolyzer platform in 2025, while advancing financing initiatives such as investment tax credit transfers and project equity alignment to support long-term capital efficiency.
&#8220;With new capacity online in Louisiana, accelerating adoption of our GenEco electrolyzers, and improved cash flow discipline, Plug is executing with focus and urgency. We&#8217;re delivering real progress toward profitability and scaling our hydrogen ecosystem to meet growing global demand for clean energy,&#8221; said&nbsp;Andy Marsh, CEO of Plug Power.
Plug reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45038400/plug-power-rallies-as-new-financing-cost-cuts-boost-confidence-in-turnaround-plan">preliminary results</a> for the first quarter at the end of April, which may help explain some of Monday&#8217;s muted reaction. 
Plug&#8217;s management team will hold a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to further discuss the quarter with investors and analysts.
PLUG Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/PLUG">Plug Power shares</a> were down 3.73% after-hours, trading at 87 cents at the time of publication Monday, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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After-Hours Center

Plug Power Q1 Earnings: Revenue Beats Estimates Driven By 575% Growth In Electrolyzer Sales, EPS Falls Short, Company Highlights 'Real Progress' Toward Profitability

Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) affirms Q2 sales outlook from $140.00 million-$180.00 million to $140.00 million-$180.00 million vs $132.16 million estimate.

Plug Power Affirms Q2 Sales Guidance of $140.00M-$180.00M vs $132.16M Est

Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.21) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.19) by 10.53 percent. This is a 54.35 percent increase over losses of $(0.46) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $133.67 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $132.16 million by 1.15 percent. This is a 11.15 percent increase over sales of $120.26 million the same period last year.

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Earnings Scheduled For May 12, 2025

Plug Power (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Monday, 2025-05-12. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Plug Power to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.19.
Investors in Plug Power are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $1.42, leading to a 4.32% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Plug Power's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>-0.23</td>
<td>-0.24</td>
<td>-0.32</td>
<td>-0.33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>-1.65</td>
<td>-0.25</td>
<td>-0.36</td>
<td>-0.43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746813773_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Market Performance of Plug Power's Stock</h3>
Shares of Plug Power were trading at $0.8504 as of May 08. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 70.37%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Plug Power</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Plug Power.
A total of 13 analyst ratings have been received for Plug Power, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $1.88, suggesting a potential 121.07% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Comparison</h3>
In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Shoals Technologies Gr, Fluence Energy and Enovix, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Shoals Technologies Gr, with an average 1-year price target of $5.82, suggesting a potential 584.38% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Fluence Energy, with an average 1-year price target of $8.23, suggesting a potential 867.78% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Enovix, with an average 1-year price target of $14.43, suggesting a potential 1596.85% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary outlines pivotal metrics for Shoals Technologies Gr, Fluence Energy and Enovix, demonstrating their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
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<td>Plug Power</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-13.81%</td>
<td>$-234.53M</td>
<td>-56.07%</td>
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<td>Shoals Technologies Gr</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-11.50%</td>
<td>$28.14M</td>
<td>-0.05%</td>
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<td>Fluence Energy</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>131.07%</td>
<td>$21.20M</td>
<td>-7.78%</td>
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<td>Enovix</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-3.30%</td>
<td>$261K</td>
<td>-9.76%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Plug Power is positioned at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. It is also at the bottom for Return on Equity.
<h3>About Plug Power</h3>
Plug Power is building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem—from production, storage, and delivery to energy generation. The company plans to build and operate green hydrogen highways across North America and Europe. Plug will deliver its green hydrogen solutions directly to its customers and through joint venture partners into multiple end markets, including material handling, e-mobility, power generation, and industrial applications.
<h3>Financial Insights: Plug Power</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Plug Power's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -13.81% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Industrials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -697.46%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -56.07%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Plug Power's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -32.07%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Plug Power's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.62, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
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An Overview of Plug Power's Earnings

U.S.-based Hydrogen fuel cell company Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) will use German Chemical Company BASF's (OTCQX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BASFY#OTCQX">BASFY</a>) purification solutions in its Hydrogen liquefaction plants.
What Happened: Plug Power will utilize BASF's Private Pd15 DeOxo catalysts as well as implement BASF's Oxygen and water removal solutions, Offshore Energy reported <a href="https://www.offshore-energy.biz/plug-power-to-use-basfs-purification-solutions-in-its-hydrogen-liquefaction-plants/">on</a> Thursday.
The collaboration will primarily focus on hydrogen liquefaction plants with capacities of 30, 60, and 90 tons per day, according to the report.
"We are proud to have also earned the approval of other leading players in the green hydrogen sector," BASF's Senior Vice President Detlef Ruff said.
"We believe this collaboration will provide our clients with proven and reliable end-to-end solutions that enhance the economic viability of liquid hydrogen plants," Plug Power's Vice President Daniel Kennedy shared in the statement.
Why It Matters: Plug Power recently announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/45038400/plug-power-rallies-as-new-financing-cost-cuts-boost-confidence-in-turnaround-plan">$525 million debt facility deal </a>with Yorkville Advisors as the company looks to implement its turnaround plan successfully.
The company also launched its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44875414/whats-going-on-with-plug-power-stock-today">Hydrogen liquefaction facility </a>in Louisiana as part of a joint venture with Olin Corporation. The plant is capable of liquifying over 15 metric tons of Hydrogen on a daily basis.
Plug Power had shared the company's Q4 earnings, which showcased a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/04/44614627/plug-power-stock-plagued-by-earnings-miss-cost-cuts-280m-capital-raise-in-march">revenue of $191.5 million</a>, falling well below analyst estimates of $263.2 million. The company also posted a gross margin loss of 122%.
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Plug Power Partners Up With BASF: Will Use German Company's Purification Tech To Liquify Hydrogen

Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.
U.S. markets rebounded this week, fully recovering losses incurred since President Donald Trump's April 2 tariff escalation. The S&amp;P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq each rose by more than 1.3%, with Friday marking the S&amp;P 500's ninth consecutive daily gain — the longest streak since 2004.
The rally was fueled by a stronger-than-expected April jobs report, with 177,000 jobs added, surpassing forecasts of 135,000. Unemployment remained at 4.2%, and sectors like healthcare and transportation led job growth. However, Q1 GDP contracted by 0.3%, the largest drop since 2022, largely due to a surge in imports ahead of tariff implementations.
Corporate earnings contributed to market optimism. Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) exceeded Wall Street estimates, with Microsoft posting its best weekly performance in years. Despite these gains, concerns linger about the long-term economic impact of tariffs, as businesses face uncertainty and potential cost increases.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.
The Bulls
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/25/05/45136276/mounjaro-maker-eli-lilly-clocks-45-jump-in-q1-revenue-cuts-2025-profit-outlook-but-not-due-to-tariffs">"Mounjaro maker Eli Lilly clocks 45% jump in Q1 revenue, cuts 2025 profit outlook but not due to tariffs"</a>, by Vandana Singh, reports that Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLY#NYSE">LLY</a>) posted a 45% year-over-year revenue increase to $12.73 billion in Q1 2025, driven by strong sales of Mounjaro and Zepbound, but lowered its 2025 EPS forecast to $20.78-$22.28 due to a $1.57 billion charge related to acquired in-process R&amp;D, clarifying that the guidance does not account for potential future tariff changes.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45137383/microsoft-rallies-after-crushing-q3-earnings-goldman-sachs-lifts-target-to-480">"Microsoft rallies after crushing Q3 earnings, Goldman Sachs lifts target to $480"</a>, by Piero Cingari, reports that Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) beat Q3 estimates with $70.07 billion in revenue and $3.46 EPS, driven by a 35% surge in Azure revenue — 16 points of which came from AI services — prompting Goldman Sachs analyst Kash Rangan to raise the price target to $480.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45038400/plug-power-rallies-as-new-financing-cost-cuts-boost-confidence-in-turnaround-plan">"Plug Power rallies as new financing, cost cuts boost confidence in turnaround plan"</a>, by Anusuya Lahiri, reports that Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLUG#NASDAQ">PLUG</a>) shares rose after the company secured a $525 million debt facility and implemented cost-cutting measures expected to yield over $200 million in annual savings, signaling progress toward profitability.
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The Bears
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45175831/apple-stock-faces-tariff-related-headwinds-4-analysts-break-down-q2-results-whats-next">"Apple stock faces tariff-related headwinds: 4 analysts break down Q2 results, what's next"</a>, by Chris Katje, reports that Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) exceeded Q2 expectations with $95.4 billion in revenue and $1.65 EPS, but analysts from Needham, Goldman Sachs and Bank of America warn that escalating U.S.-China tariffs — projected to cost Apple $900 million in the June quarter — pose ongoing risks to product margins and earnings.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45084597/starbucks-misses-q2-earnings-estimates-ceo-says-optimism-has-turned-into-confidence-i-see-more-opportunity-than-i-imagined">"Starbucks Misses Q2 Earnings Estimates, CEO Says Optimism Has Turned Into Confidence: ‘I See More Opportunity Than I Imagined'"</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Starbucks Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) posted Q2 revenue of $8.76 billion and adjusted EPS of 41 cents — both below analyst expectations — while CEO Brian Niccol expressed confidence in the company's "Back to Starbucks" turnaround plan, highlighting operational improvements and customer experience enhancements.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45106948/norwegian-cruise-line-tumbles-after-earnings-miss-still-confident-in-2025-guidance">"Norwegian Cruise Line Tumbles After Earnings Miss, Still Confident In 2025 Guidance"</a>, by Akanksha Bakshi, reports that Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>) shares fell after the company missed Q1 2025 revenue and earnings estimates, citing a 2.9% revenue decline to $2.13 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.07, but reaffirmed its full-year guidance of $2.05 EPS and $2.72 billion in adjusted EBITDA, despite softening forward bookings amid macroeconomic headwinds.
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