Plug Power Inc. · Industrials · Electrical Equipment & Parts
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Prev closePrevC$1.49
OpenOpen$1.48
Day highHigh$1.48
Day lowLow$1.36
VolumeVol84,497,006
Avg volAvgVol49,670,361
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Mkt cap
$2.08B
EV/Sales
3.68
P/E ratio
-1.19
FY Revenue
$744.09M
EPS
-1.17
Gross Margin
-18.55%
Div yield
0.00%
Sector
Industrials
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Plug Power Inc.
Plug Power’s share price sits near the middle of its 52-week range with short-term momentum improving above key moving averages but a mixed return profile across 1–12 months. At the same time, fundamentals remain under pressure with deeply negative margins and free cash flow, even as revenue and earnings trends show some relative improvement versus the prior year. Elevated valuation multiples relative to loss-making financials and high short interest levels underscore a risk profile that is more speculative than stable.
AI summarized at 12:36 PM ET, 2026-04-03
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INTRADAY:56SWING:52LONG:27
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+103% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.03×
RSI
23.34(Oversold)
Oversold (<30)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: 0.00
Short-Term
-0.04 (Weak)
MACD: -0.15 Signal: -0.11
Long-Term
-0.04 (Weak)
MACD: -0.17 Signal: -0.13
Intraday trend score
28.95
LOW21.50HIGH44.19
Latest news
PLUG•12 articles•Positive: 1Neutral: 9Negative: 2
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Plug Power (PLUG) Surpasses Market Returns: Some Facts Worth Knowing
Plug Power (PLUG) closed at $1.49, up 2.41% on the day but down 28.22% over the past month. The company is expected to report EPS of -$0.07 for the upcoming quarter, representing a 41.67% improvement year-over-year, with revenue projected at $185.38 million (+4.7% YoY). For the full year, analysts expect -$0.42 EPS and $817.4 million revenue. The stock holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), with the Electronics - Miscellaneous Products industry ranked in the top 17% of all industries.
While the company shows improving EPS estimates (up 41.67% YoY) and positive revenue growth (4.7% YoY), the stock has declined significantly (-28.22%) over the past month and remains unprofitable with negative EPS expectations. The Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) reflects a balanced outlook with neither strong buy nor sell signals, indicating cautious investor sentiment.
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Howard Smith
Stock Market Today, Oct. 14: Plug Power Falls on Analyst Target Cuts and Concerns Over Rising Interest Rates
Plug Power (PLUG) fell 7.05% to $1.45 on October 14, 2026, following price target cuts from Susquehanna (from $2.50 to $1.75) and Morgan Stanley (from $1.65 to $1.20). The decline reflects concerns over hydrogen adoption headwinds, rising interest rates impacting debt obligations, and margin sustainability. The broader clean energy sector also declined, with Bloom Energy down 9.14% and FuelCell Energy down 8.65%. Investors await Plug Power's Q3 results on November 9 to assess progress on gross margin improvement and revenue growth.
PLUGBEFCELhydrogen fuel cellsanalyst downgradesrising interest ratesclean energy sectorprice target cuts
Sentiment note
Stock fell 7.05% due to multiple analyst price target cuts, concerns over hydrogen adoption, rising interest rates impacting debt servicing, and ongoing cash flow challenges. Company has declined 99% since IPO in 1999.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Reuben Gregg Brewer
AI Data Centers Are Power Hungry. These 6 Power and Cooling Stocks Could Benefit Through 2030.
AI power demand is expected to double between 2024 and 2030, reaching 945 terawatt-hours annually. This massive growth in electricity consumption presents significant investment opportunities across the power and cooling supply chain, benefiting companies that provide fuel cells, electrical components, cooling systems, turbines, and utility services.
BEPLUGETNVRTAI data centerspower demandelectricity consumptionhydrogen fuel cells
Sentiment note
Speculative hydrogen play building end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem; remains unprofitable but has potential Bloom Energy-like opportunity ahead; suitable only for aggressive investors.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Plug Power (PLUG) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why
Plug Power (PLUG) closed at $1.68, down 2.89% and underperforming the S&P 500's 0.6% gain. The alternative energy stock has declined 18.01% over the past month. While earnings projections show year-over-year improvement with expected EPS of -$0.07 (up 41.67%) and revenue of $185.14 million (up 4.57%), the company holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating with steady consensus estimates.
While the stock underperformed the broader market with a 2.89% daily decline and 18.01% monthly loss, earnings projections show improving fundamentals with 41.67% YoY EPS growth and 4.57% revenue growth. However, the company remains unprofitable and carries a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3), indicating neither strong conviction to buy nor sell.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Plug Power, Inc. (PLUG) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Plug Power (PLUG) has been trending on Zacks.com but faces headwinds with a -18% return over the past month versus the S&P 500's +1.4% gain. The company is expected to post losses for the current quarter and fiscal year, though it is projected to return to profitability next year with $0.17 EPS. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating and is trading at a premium valuation (F grade), suggesting it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
The company shows mixed signals: it has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) suggesting market-level performance, beat earnings and revenue estimates in trailing quarters, and projects profitability recovery next year (+58.1% EPS growth). However, it is currently unprofitable (-$0.41 FY estimate), down 18% over the past month, and trading at a premium valuation (F grade), indicating overvaluation relative to peers. These factors balance to a neutral outlook.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Bloom Energy Crosses Key SMAs: Should Investors Buy the Stock Now?
Bloom Energy (BE) has surged 237.7% over the past year, trading above key moving averages and benefiting from AI data center demand and grid constraints. While the company shows strong ROE (35.45%) and rising EPS estimates, concerns include high debt levels (62.07% above industry average) and premium valuation (P/S of 14.63X vs. industry 5.09X). Analysts recommend waiting for a more attractive entry point.
BEPLUGTLNAI data centersclean energydistributed powergrid constraintssolid oxide fuel cells
Sentiment note
Mentioned as a comparable clean-energy player expanding hydrogen capabilities, but shares declined 49.1% over the past year, indicating weaker performance despite strategic initiatives.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Plug Power (PLUG) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: What You Should Know
Plug Power (PLUG) closed at $1.86, down 1.59% in the latest session, underperforming the broader market. The stock has dropped 12.9% over the past month. Analysts project the company will report a loss of $0.07 per share in upcoming earnings, though this represents a 41.67% year-over-year improvement. Revenue is expected to reach $185.14 million, up 4.57% annually. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
While the stock declined 1.59% in the latest session and 12.9% over the past month, underperforming its sector, the company is expected to show significant year-over-year earnings improvement (41.67%) and revenue growth (4.57%). The Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) reflects a balanced outlook with neither strong bullish nor bearish indicators. The mixed performance metrics warrant a neutral stance.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Plug Power (PLUG) Increases Despite Market Slip: Here's What You Need to Know
Plug Power (PLUG) closed at $1.94, up 1.57% and outperforming the S&P 500's 0.25% decline. Despite a monthly decline of 8.61%, the company's upcoming earnings show projected EPS improvement of 41.67% and revenue growth of 4.57% year-over-year. The stock holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating with unchanged consensus estimates over the last 30 days.
While the stock showed positive daily performance (+1.57%) and projected earnings improvements (41.67% EPS increase, 4.57% revenue growth), it has declined 8.61% over the past month and carries a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3). The mixed short-term performance and lack of analyst estimate revisions over 30 days suggest cautious optimism rather than strong conviction.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Can Plug Power's Green Hydrogen Expansion Drive Sustainable Growth?
Plug Power is expanding its green hydrogen electrolyzer business globally with projects in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Portugal, and Spain. Q2 2026 showed sequential revenue growth of 9% to $178.3M and improved gross margins to -0.9%. The company targets 15-16% revenue growth for 2026 and positive EBITDA by Q4, though it continues to face cash burn challenges. Competitors FuelCell Energy and Bloom Energy are also advancing their clean energy platforms.
Mixed signals: positive operational progress with expanding global projects and improved Q2 financials (9% sequential revenue growth, margin improvement), but offset by negative valuation metrics (Value Score F, stock down 20.2% YoY vs industry +46.3%), high cash burn, and decreased consensus estimates for 2026. Hold rating reflects cautious outlook.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Brendan Coffey
Bloom Energy vs. Plug Power: Which Fuel Cell Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Bloom Energy and Plug Power represent different approaches to the hydrogen and fuel cell market. Bloom Energy focuses on solid-oxide fuel cells for data centers with strong near-term profitability prospects, while Plug Power is building a comprehensive green hydrogen ecosystem with significant long-term potential. Despite Bloom's superior current financials and expected profitability in 2026, the article recommends Plug Power as the better long-term buy due to its dramatically lower P/S ratio and positioning in the growing renewable hydrogen market.
BEPLUGORCLORCLPDfuel cellshydrogen energyclean energy transitiondata center power
Sentiment note
Recommended as the better long-term buy despite current losses due to dramatically lower P/S ratio (3.7x vs 25.1x), strong positioning in renewable hydrogen market with EU mandates, major customers (Amazon, Walmart) entering replacement cycles, and expected net loss narrowing to $580M in FY2026. However, faces significant cash burn ($662M negative FCF) and customer concentration risk.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Courtney Carlsen
Plug Power vs. Bloom Energy: Which Hydrogen-Adjacent Stock Actually Has a Real Business Model?
Bloom Energy and Plug Power are both positioned in the hydrogen economy but operate differently. Bloom Energy is thriving with 166% revenue growth, $1B+ quarterly revenue, and strong profitability driven by data center demand for on-site power solutions. Plug Power is undergoing a turnaround from accumulated $8.7B losses, though it's making progress toward profitability by 2028. The article suggests Bloom Energy is the stronger investment opportunity currently.
Company is in multiyear turnaround with significant accumulated losses ($8.7B deficit) and Q2 losses of $190M. However, showing improvement: gross margin improved to -0.9% from -30.7%, operating expenses cut 50%, and management targeting positive EBITDAS in Q4 and profitability by end of 2028. Progress is evident but execution risk remains.
NegativeZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Plug Power (PLUG) Stock Falls Amid Market Uptick: What Investors Need to Know
Plug Power stock declined 1.89% to $2.08, underperforming the broader market which gained 0.17%. The alternative energy company has lost 3.64% over the past month. Analysts expect the company to report an EPS of -$0.07 (41.67% improvement year-over-year) and revenue of $185.14 million (4.57% increase). The stock holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) with stagnant consensus EPS estimates over the past month.
Stock fell 1.89% while broader market gained, underperforming S&P 500 and lagging sector performance. Company continues to report negative EPS (-$0.07 expected), and consensus estimates remained stagnant over the past month. Hold rating suggests limited upside momentum.
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