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Plug Power Jumps on Q4 Beat as Crespo Takes Helm and Gross Margin Turns Positive

Cost and efficiency moves under Project Quantum Leap are credited for the margin turn.

Overview

  • The company reported Q4 revenue of about $225 million and a 2.4% gross margin, its first positive quarterly margin after steep losses a year earlier.
  • For 2025, revenue rose 12.9% to roughly $710 million as electrolyzer shipments exceeded 300 megawatts with about $187 million in related sales.
  • Management reaffirmed targets for positive adjusted EBITDA by Q4 2026, positive operating income by the end of 2027, and full profitability by the end of 2028.
  • Unrestricted cash of roughly $368 million versus an estimated $536 million in 2025 operating cash burn highlights a short runway, with a $275 million asset monetization and debt restructuring intended to extend liquidity.
  • Shares rallied about 22%–23% on heavy volume following the results and leadership transition.