Ormat outlines $960M–$980M revenue target for 2025, driven by storage and product segment growth

Earnings Call Insights: Ormat Technologies (ORA) Q3 2025

MANAGEMENT VIEW

* Doron Blachar, Chief Executive Officer, highlighted "a 17.9% increase in revenue, a 13.3% increase in operating income and a 9.3% growth in net income attributable to the company's stockholders," attributing the strong results to "sustained improvements in both our Energy Storage and Product segments." He announced an increase in revenues and adjusted EBITDA guidance for 2025, as well as a 25-year extension to the PPA for the 52MW Heber 1 facility and new geothermal exploration licenses in Indonesia totaling 40MW. The quarter also saw the commissioning of the Lower Rio Energy Storage facility in Texas and an expansion of the Product segment backlog to $295 million. Blachar stated, "We have achieved significant progress in advancing our Enhanced Geothermal System strategy," referencing partnerships with SLB and Sage Geosystems.
* Assaf Ginzburg, Chief Financial Officer, reported, "Total revenue for the third quarter was $249.7 million, a 17.9% increase compared to last year's third quarter." He added, "Gross profit for the third quarter was $64 million, up 8.8% from $58.9 million in the third quarter of 2024, resulting in a consolidated gross margin of 25.6% versus 27.8% last year." Ginzburg noted, "Net income attributable to the company's stockholders was $24.1 million or $0.39 per diluted share compared to $22.1 million or $0.36 per diluted share in the third quarter of the prior year."

OUTLOOK

* Ormat raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to a range of $960 million to $980 million. Electricity segment revenues are projected to be between $700 million and $705 million, Product segment revenues between $190 million and $200 million, and Energy Storage revenues between $70 million and $75 million. Adjusted EBITDA for the year is now expected to be between $575 million and $593 million.
* Management expects to add 98 megawatts of generating capacity from geothermal and hybrid solar PV projects by the end of 2026. The company is on track to achieve portfolio capacity targets of 2.6 gigawatts to 2.8 gigawatts by the end of 2028.

FINANCIAL RESULTS

* Energy Storage segment revenues increased by 108% to $20.4 million, primarily due to new facility commissions. Product segment revenues increased by 66.6% to $62.2 million, attributed to a growing backlog and project progress. Electricity segment revenue rose 1.5% to $167.1 million, helped by the Blue Mountain acquisition and improved Dixie Valley performance.
* Gross margin for the Electricity segment was 25.4%, down from 30.2% last year, with negative impacts from lower generation at Stillwater, reduced output at Imperial Valley due to a storm, and lower energy prices at Puna. Product segment gross margin improved to 21.7%, while Energy Storage gross margin rose to 39.4% from 20.2% the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $138.4 million.
* Cash and cash equivalents stood at $206 million as of September 30, 2025. The company secured $254 million in funding during the quarter, with $109 million collected from tax equity transactions and $25.5 million from the sale of transferable tax credits. Total available liquidity is $667 million.

Q&A

* Noah Kaye, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.: Asked for an update on PPA negotiations with hyperscalers and data centers. Doron Blachar responded that negotiations are in the final stages and "we're very close to finishing them in the next couple of months."
* Justin Clare, ROTH Capital Partners: Inquired about Electricity segment gross margins for Q4 and 2026. Blachar indicated Q4 is usually stronger, with curtailments lessening and improvements expected: "Q4 is usually much stronger than Q3 and Q2. So, we do expect a higher gross margin in Q4 versus Q3."
* Mark Strouse, JPMorgan: Asked about EGS pilot timelines and impact on 2028 targets. Blachar noted it's "a bit aggressive to assume that EGS will have an impact" by 2028, citing technological challenges.
* Julien Dumoulin-Smith, Jefferies LLC: Queried about EGS project scale. Blachar replied, "The megawatts that can be developed are significant. It can be in the hundreds of megawatts."
* Jonathan Windham, UBS: Asked about risk management for the storage business given FEOC uncertainties. Blachar explained all projects under development have safe harbor and the company is working to maintain flexibility.
* David Sutherland: Sought clarity on financing needs. Ginzburg said the company's expected EBITDA and tax credits should "cover the majority of our CapEx needs...at this point, we don't see a need for equity for the company."
* Derek Podhaizer, Piper Sandler: Asked about Product segment outlook. Ginzburg stated, "Historically, Ormat...sold around $100 million. I will say right now, we are moving probably to the $200 million level."

SENTIMENT ANALYSIS

* Analysts' tone was generally positive, with focus on growth opportunities, margin improvements, and strategic partnerships. Repeated questions about EGS, PPAs, and margin trends reflected optimism but also a desire for clarity on execution timelines.
* Management maintained a confident and constructive tone, especially in prepared remarks, using phrases like "we are exceptionally well positioned." During Q&A, responses were detailed and occasionally cautious, particularly regarding EGS development timelines and regulatory matters.
* Compared to the previous quarter, analyst sentiment has remained constructive but with increased focus on execution risks and timelines. Management's tone shifted from emphasizing regulatory tailwinds to highlighting operational execution and new partnerships.

QUARTER-OVER-QUARTER COMPARISON

* Revenue growth accelerated from 9.9% in Q2 to 17.9% in Q3, with notable jumps in Product and Energy Storage segment performance.
* Guidance increased for both revenue and adjusted EBITDA, whereas in Q2, guidance was maintained.
* Analysts in both quarters pressed for details on EGS and data center PPAs, but this quarter included more probing on margin recovery and risk management.
* Management's tone remains confident, but there is more emphasis on innovation and strategic alliances in Q3, particularly around EGS and storage.
* The Product segment backlog grew from $263 million in Q2 to $295 million in Q3, reflecting improved order flow.

RISKS AND CONCERNS

* Management cited temporary lower generation at Stillwater and reduced output at Imperial Valley due to a storm, as well as curtailment and lower energy prices at Puna, as negative factors impacting margins.
* Ginzburg noted, "At this time, the entire Energy Storage industry is still heavily dependent on batteries sourced from China," and the company continues to safe harbor projects to mitigate FEOC risks.
* Analysts expressed concern about the execution timeline for EGS pilots, potential regulatory delays, and recurring operational disruptions such as curtailments and weather events.

FINAL TAKEAWAY

Ormat Technologies delivered robust top-line growth in Q3 2025, driven by strong performance in the Energy Storage and Product segments, expansion into new markets, and increased strategic focus on innovation through EGS partnerships. Management raised full-year revenue and EBITDA guidance, reinforced by a growing project backlog and solid liquidity. While temporary operational and regulatory risks persist, the company emphasized continued momentum in renewable energy demand and confidence in delivering on its long-term growth strategy.

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