Fluence Energy, Inc.

Looking at options trading activity among components of the Russell 3000 index, there is noteworthy activity today in Valero Energy Corp (Symbol: VLO), where a total volume of 13,838 contracts has been traded thus far today, a contract volume which is representative of approximately 1.4 million underlying shares (given that every 1 contract represents 100 underlying shares). That number works out to 49.4% of VLO's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 2.8 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $130 strike put option expiring June 27, 2025, with 2,403 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 240,300 underlying shares of VLO. Below is a chart showing VLO's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $130 strike highlighted in orange:
Avis Budget Group Inc (Symbol: CAR) saw options trading volume of 5,791 contracts, representing approximately 579,100 underlying shares or approximately 49.1% of CAR's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 1.2 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $125 strike call option expiring August 15, 2025, with 1,501 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 150,100 underlying shares of CAR. Below is a chart showing CAR's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $125 strike highlighted in orange:
And Fluence Energy Inc (Symbol: FLNC) options are showing a volume of 14,958 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 1.5 million underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 47.4% of FLNC's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 3.2 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $8 strike call option expiring January 16, 2026, with 3,062 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 306,200 underlying shares of FLNC. Below is a chart showing FLNC's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $8 strike highlighted in orange:
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Noteworthy Tuesday Option Activity: VLO, CAR, FLNC

Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) posted its fiscal second-quarter earnings report after market hours Wednesday, and the following trading session investors rewarded it handsomely. The next-generation battery storage systems company saw its stock pop by almost 7%, on a Thursday when the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) could only muster a 0.6% gain.
Steep decreases
Fluence gauged its quarterly revenue at roughly $431.6 million, which was around a 31% decrease from the same period a year ago. This isn't as ugly as it appears, since according to the company, the discrepancy is mainly due to what it described as "the pronounced back-end nature of expected revenue for full-year 2025, compared to the revenue distribution seen in full-year 2024."
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Accompanying this was a far deeper non-GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) adjusted net loss of just over $31 million, or $0.24 per share, against a shortfall of nearly $9.2 million in the year-ago quarter.
Analysts were collectively estimating an adjusted net loss of $0.19 per share, and revenue of $343.5 million.
Reduced guidance
For the second quarter in a row, Fluence reduced its revenue guidance for the entirety of 2025. It now believes it will book $2.6 billion to $2.8 billion, down from the preceding forecast of $3.1 billion to $3.7 billion (not to mention the original guidance of $3.6 billion to $4.4 billion).
The company said this latest reduction was due to what it said were mutual decisions between it and clients to pause existing U.S. contracts and defer pending ones. That should remain in force until both parties gain better clarity into the current state of trade, which is in flux due to the vagaries of the trade war.
Also getting a chop was 2025 adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), to a range of breakeven to $20 million; previously this was far higher at $70 million to $100 million.
Fluence investors are clearly a hardy bunch, but I think this company is far too volatile for comfort. I'd stay away from it for now.
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Why Fluence Energy Stock Crushed the Market Today

Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.24 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.21. This compares to loss of $0.07 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -14.29%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post a loss of $0.17 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.32, delivering a surprise of -88.24%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.
Fluence Energy, which belongs to the Zacks Alternative Energy - Other industry, posted revenues of $431.62 million for the quarter ended March 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 34.62%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $623.14 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates just once over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Fluence Energy shares have lost about 73.6% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's decline of -4.7%.
What's Next for Fluence Energy?
While Fluence Energy has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Fluence Energy: unfavorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to underperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.10 on $1.1 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and -$0.20 on $3.09 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Alternative Energy - Other is currently in the bottom 37% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Another stock from the same industry, Gevo, Inc. (GEVO), has yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2025. The results are expected to be released on May 13.
This company is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.10 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -25%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Gevo, Inc.'s revenues are expected to be $26.35 million, up 560.4% from the year-ago quarter.
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Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC) Reports Q2 Loss, Tops Revenue Estimates

Fluence Energy will report Q2 earnings on May 7, 2025, with a teleconference on May 8 for discussion.
Quiver AI Summary
Fluence Energy, Inc. announced that it will release its earnings for the second quarter ending March 31, 2025, on May 7, 2025, after market close, followed by a teleconference on May 8, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. EST to discuss the results. Analysts must register online to participate, while the general public can access the call in listen-only mode via a webcast. Supplemental materials will be available on the company’s website, and a replay of the call will be accessible later the same day. Fluence, listed on Nasdaq as FLNC, is recognized for its leadership in intelligent energy storage and optimization software, aiming to enhance the resilience of the energy grid and promote renewable energy solutions across nearly 50 markets.
Potential Positives
Fluence Energy will report its second quarter earnings on May 7th, 2025, indicating ongoing operations and transparency with stakeholders.
The upcoming teleconference demonstrates the company's commitment to engaging with analysts and providing insights into its financial performance.
Fluence Energy continues to position itself as aglobal marketleader in energy storage and optimization software, highlighting its role in advancing renewable energy solutions.
The release notes the successful contracting, deployment, and management of projects across nearly 50 markets, showcasing the company's growth and market penetration.
Potential Negatives
None
FAQ
When will Fluence Energy report its Q2 earnings?
Fluence Energy will report its Q2 earnings on May 7th, 2025, after market close.
What time is the teleconference for Q2 earnings?
The teleconference will start at 8:30 a.m. EST on May 8th, 2025.
How can analysts register for theearnings call
Analysts can register by clicking on the Fluence Energy Q2 Earnings Call Registration Link provided in the announcement.
Can the general public listen to theearnings call
Yes, the general audience can join theearnings callin listen-only mode via the webcast link or Fluence's website.
Where can I find the replay of the conference call?
The replay will be available on Fluence Energy's website after 1 p.m. on May 8th, 2025.
Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated summary of a press release distributed by GlobeNewswire. The model used to summarize this release may make mistakes. See the full release here.
$FLNC Insider Trading Activity
$FLNC insiders have traded $FLNC stock on the open market 8 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 8 have been purchases and 0 have been sales.
Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $FLNC stock by insiders over the last 6 months:
HERMAN E BULLS has made 3 purchases buying 50,000 shares for an estimated $405,670 and 0 sales.
JULIAN NEBREDA (President and CEO) has made 2 purchases buying 32,950 shares for an estimated $198,970 and 0 sales.
AHMED PASHA (SVP & Chief Financial Officer) purchased 15,500 shares for an estimated $100,440
CYNTHIA A ARNOLD purchased 10,000 shares for an estimated $65,600
ELIZABETH ANNE FESSENDEN purchased 1,700 shares for an estimated $10,931
To track insider transactions, check out Quiver Quantitative's insider trading dashboard.
$FLNC Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 141 institutional investors add shares of $FLNC stock to their portfolio, and 108 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
HANDELSBANKEN FONDER AB removed 3,099,498 shares (-70.3%) from their portfolio in Q1 2025, for an estimated $15,032,565
ZIMMER PARTNERS, LP added 1,894,301 shares (+757.7%) to their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $30,081,499
ENCOMPASS CAPITAL ADVISORS LLC removed 1,208,531 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $19,191,472
WEBS CREEK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP added 951,988 shares (+inf%) to their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $15,117,569
FMR LLC added 943,545 shares (+58.7%) to their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $14,983,494
COVALIS CAPITAL LLP added 762,781 shares (+inf%) to their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $12,112,962
TREXQUANT INVESTMENT LP added 747,103 shares (+577.5%) to their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $11,863,995
To track hedge funds' stock portfolios, check out Quiver Quantitative's institutional holdings dashboard.
$FLNC Analyst Ratings
Wall Street analysts have issued reports on $FLNC in the last several months. We have seen 1 firms issue buy ratings on the stock, and 1 firms issue sell ratings.
Here are some recent analyst ratings:
Guggenheim issued a "Sell" rating on 04/15/2025
UBS issued a "Buy" rating on 12/30/2024
To track analyst ratings and price targets for $FLNC, check out Quiver Quantitative's $FLNC forecast page.
$FLNC Price Targets
Multiple analysts have issued price targets for $FLNC recently. We have seen 5 analysts offer price targets for $FLNC in the last 6 months, with a median target of $8.0.
Here are some recent targets:
George Gianarikas from Canaccord Genuity set a target price of $10.0 on 04/16/2025
Joseph Osha from Guggenheim set a target price of $2.0 on 04/15/2025
Ben Kallo from Robert W. Baird set a target price of $5.0 on 04/15/2025
An analyst from Mizuho Securities set a target price of $8.0 on 03/05/2025
Full Release
ARLINGTON, Va., April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) (“Fluence” or the “Company”), announced today that it will report earnings for the second quarter ended March 31
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, 2025, after market close.
The Company will conduct a teleconference starting at 8:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, May 8
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Fluence Energy Q2 Earnings Call Registration Link
. Once registered, analysts will be issued a unique PIN number and dial-in number. Analysts are encouraged to register at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
General audience participants, and non-analysts are encouraged to join the teleconference in a listen-only mode at:
Listen-Only Mode - Webcast Link
, or on http://Fluenceenergy.com by selecting Investors, News & Events, and Events & Presentations. Supplemental materials that may be referenced during the teleconference will be available at: www.fluenceenergy.com, by selecting Investors, News & Events, and Events & Presentations.
A replay of the conference call will be available after 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 8
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, 2025. The replay will be available on the company’s website at
http://Fluenceenergy.com
by selecting Investors, News & Events, and Events & Presentations.
About Fluence
Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is aglobal marketleader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. The Company's solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of projects successfully contracted, deployed, and under management across nearly 50 markets, the Company is transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future.
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Fluence Energy, Inc. to Report Q2 2025 Earnings on May 7, 2025

Tesla’s TSLA core electric vehicle (EV) business is under pressure as weakening demand and stiff competition are weighing on sales. CEO Elon Musk’s political involvement is also working against Tesla’s brand image. The company has pinned hopes on its AI and robotaxi strides, which it believes will be the key long-term drivers. But these are still in the early stages.
However, one segment that is flourishing is Tesla’s energy and storage business, thanks to the strong reception of its Megapack and Powerwall products — lithium-ion battery energy storage products. Powerwall is designed to store energy for homes and small commercial facilities, while Megapack serves larger-scale energy needs for commercial, industrial and utility customers.
Over the past three years, energy storage deployments have surged at a CAGR of 180%. In 2024 alone, deployments soared 113% year over year, driven largely by the expansion efforts at the Mega factory in Lathrop, CA. With ongoing efforts to ramp up production at the Megapack factory to meet escalating demand, deployments are expected to continue their upward trajectory. In Q1 2025, Tesla deployed 10.4 GWh of energy storage, up 156% year over year. Musk expects deployments in 2025 to increase another 50% at least.
Financially, the segment is now one of Tesla’s strongest. The Energy Generation and Storage division boasts the highest gross margins among all Tesla segments — 26% in 2024 — thanks to relatively low material and operating costs. As Tesla is currently battling several challenges, this fast-growing, high-margin unit remains a pillar of strength.
TSLA’s Competitors in This Space
Fluence Energy FLNC and Enphase Energy ENPH are key competitors to Tesla’s energy and storage business.
Virginia-based Fluence is among the global leaders in utility-scale energy storage and a key competitor to Tesla’s Megapack. Operating in a rapidly growing sector driven by the shift to renewables, Fluence offers advanced battery systems, AI-driven software and grid services to major utilities and developers worldwide. Fluence’s new Smartstack platform, set for launch in late 2025, and partnership with Cordelio Power to deploy 1 GWh of domestically manufactured battery storagewillfurther strengthen its market position.
Fremont-based Enphase manufactures and sells home energy solutions that connect energy generation, energy storage and control and communications management on a single intelligent platform. Enphase competes more closely with Tesla’s Powerwall in the residential energy storage space. Known for its solar microinverters, Enphase has expanded into home battery systems, offering integrated solar-plus-storage solutions that help homeowners reduce reliance on the grid and manage energy usage efficiently.
TSLA’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
Shares of Tesla have lost around 42% year to date compared with the industry’s decline of 37.5%.
From a valuation standpoint, TSLA trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 6.82, above the industry. It carries a Value Score of F.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TSLA’s earnings has been southbound over the past 30 days.
Tesla stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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Tesla's Energy & Storage Unit is Thriving: Is it the Only Bright Spot?

Despite Tesla CEO Elon Musk being close to President Donald Trump, which was supposed to be bullish for electric vehicles (EVs), the market is selling off most EV and renewable energy stocks this week. The biggest reason is the government beginning to make moves that will hurt the industry, and it could get worse.
There were a lot of big declines this week, but the most notable as I write this are Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) falling 9.3% for the week, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence, Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) dropping 19%, and ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) dropping 15.8%. While this week may be bad, it may only be the beginning if policies get worse.
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Renewables go to the back of the line
We haven't seen action against the $7,500 EV tax credit or other subsidies for renewable energy, but that could be coming as Trump ordered the federal government to sell 25,000 EV chargers. The chargers will be sold at a loss and may cost more to remove than they can be sold for, so it's easy to see this as a war on renewable energy.
This follows the administration's pausing $3 billion in funding for EV charging stations. It's no surprise that ChargePoint's stock isn't reacting to this news positively.
More renewable support may be next
Companies like Fluence and Rivian are dropping because the market is speculating that other renewable energy support will be next. The $7,500 tax credit could be cut or eliminated and generous subsidies for renewable energy generation and batteries could hurt Fluence's economics, which already aren't great.
Losses are piling up
For each of these three companies the losses are piling up. Rivian is losing the most and ChargePoint's losses look unsustainable, but even Fluence is losing money and customers are delaying projects. That resulted in a $600 million reduction in 2025 revenue guidance.
FLNC Net Income (TTM) data by YCharts
The EV market in particular seems challenged with supply increasing faster than demand and companies struggling to improve margins. Rivian said it generated positive gross margins last quarter, but that included $300 million in one-time EV credits and the company isn't going to increase production this year.
The renewable energy market has been here before
Subsidies ebb and flow in the industry and right now investors are on the wrong side of that trend.
What typically happens is the companies with bad economics or weak balance sheets have a hard time adjusting to fewer subsidies and their losses get even worse.
The reason falling stock prices are key is the stock can be a major source of funding. It's hard for these companies to borrow money at attractive rates, so they sell stock to stay afloat. But as stock prices fall that option dries up as well, and in an unsustainable business, that can lead to stocks plunging to zero.
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Why EVs and Renewable Energy Stocks Crashed This Week

Energy storage company Fluence Energy (NASDAQ: FLNC) lost more than expected in the quarter and lowered its outlook for 2025. Investors are stampeding for the exits, sending Fluence shares down more than 40% as of 9:45 Eastern.
Customer-driven delays
Fluence specializes in utility-scale energy storage projects. The company builds out massive arrays of batteries designed to store energy for future use. The projects are large and expensive to build but should create the foundation needed for renewables like solar to take a bigger role in supplying energy to the grid.
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But the company's fourth-quarter report provided little reason for investor optimism. Fluence lost $0.32 per share on sales of $186.8 million, well short of the $0.22-per-share loss on sales of $373 million that Wall Street had expected. Revenue was down 49% year over year, which the company attributed to delays in getting new projects started.
"We have experienced customer-driven delays in signing certain contracts that, coupled with competitive pressures, result in the need to lower our fiscal year 2025 outlook," CEO Julian Nebreda said in a statement. "While these delays are disappointing, we continue to see a very robust utility-scale battery storage market globally and strong interest in our U.S. domestic content product offering in particular."
Fluence also cut its outlook for 2025 revenue to $3.1 billion to $3.7 billion, down from $3.6 billion to $4.4 billion. Wall Street had expected sales of $3.9 billion for the year.
Is Fluence stock a buy?
The potential demand for Fluence's core offering is real, but this quarter is sure to add to questions about Fluence's ability to execute and take advantage of that market. While some could view Tuesday's dramatic share price plunge as a buying opportunity, investors should be warned that the company will need time to reestablish its credibility with the financial community.
Even if Fluence can get its act together, questions about long-term pricing power are likely to remain. If so-called battery farms are as essential to a renewable grid as they appear, they run the risk of being commoditized as companies build out capacity.
It is best to take a wait-and-see approach to Fluence right now.
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Why Fluence Energy Stock Is Tumbling Today

The NASDAQ 100 Pre-Market Indicator is down -112.28 to 21,644.45. The total Pre-Market volume is currently 62,105,394 shares traded.
The following are the most active stocks for the pre-market session:
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) is -1.78 at $40.87, with 6,574,511 shares traded.
Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares (TSLL) is -0.32 at $19.55, with 4,716,698 shares traded. This represents a 295.75% increase from its 52 Week Low.
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) is -1.1 at $132.47, with 4,339,419 shares traded.
Fluence Energy, Inc. (FLNC) is -5.51 at $7.56, with 2,814,970 shares traded.
Third Harmonic Bio, Inc. (THRD) is -1.49 at $3.16, with 2,662,009 shares traded. As reported in the last short interest update the days to cover for THRD is 11.189445; this calculation is based on the average trading volume of the stock.
BigBear.ai, Inc. (BBAI) is -0.35 at $8.37, with 2,503,770 shares traded., following a 52-week high recorded in prior regular session.
The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) is +0.51 at $81.68, with 2,467,427 shares traded. Over the last four weeks they have had 5 up revisions for the earnings forecast, for the fiscal quarter ending Mar 2025. The consensus EPS forecast is $0.96.
Shopify Inc. (SHOP) is -3.2588 at $116.64, with 2,036,437 shares traded.
ProShares UltraPro Short QQQ (SQQQ) is +0.48 at $28.39, with 1,930,808 shares traded. This represents a 4.24% increase from its 52 Week Low.
Archer Aviation Inc. (ACHR) is -0.2 at $10.00, with 1,249,225 shares traded.
SelectQuote, Inc. (SLQT) is +1.31 at $5.69, with 933,876 shares traded.
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) is -2.9 at $108.42, with 930,765 shares traded.
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Pre-Market Most Active for Feb 11, 2025 : SMCI, TSLL, NVDA, FLNC, THRD, BBAI, SCHW, SHOP, SQQQ, ACHR, SLQT, BABA

Intelligent energy storage solutions specialist Fluence Energy (NASDAQ:FLNC) reported fiscal year 2025 first-quarter results on Monday, Feb. 10, that fell well short of analysts' consensus estimates. Revenue in Q1 fell 49% year over year to $186.8 million, far below the analyst estimate of $362 million. Earnings per share also missed expectations, with a loss of $0.32 per share against per-share loss estimates of $0.19.
Despite these issues, Fluence maintains a strong order backlog and its financial position offers hope for future growth amid the current difficulties.
Metric
Q1 2025
Analysts' Estimate
Q1 2024
Change (YOY)
EPS
($0.32)
($0.19)
($0.14)
N/A
Revenue
$186.8 million
$362 million
$364 million
(48.6%)
Net loss
$57.0 million
N/A
$25.6 million
122.7%
Adj. EBITDA
($49.7 million)
N/A
($18.3 million)
(172%)
Adj. gross profit margin
12.5%
N/A
10.5%
2.0 pps
Source: Fluence Energy. Note: Analyst consensus estimates for the quarter provided by FactSet. YOY = Year over year. pps = Percentage points. EBITDA = Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.
Business Overview and Recent Focus
Fluence Energy provides cutting-edge energy storage solutions and software to optimize renewable energy use. Operating in nearly 50 markets around the world, it manages a robust portfolio of storage assets and solutions, reflecting its leadership in the sector. Recently, the company has focused on expanding its domestic production capabilities and leveraging government incentives to enhance competitive positioning. Key success factors include technology innovation and strategic partnerships with industry giants like Siemens (OTC:SIEGY) and AES (NYSE:AES).
The company's current business challenges revolve around customer-driven delays and increasing competitive pressures. However, its strategic initiatives, such as introducing U.S.-made battery modules and digital energy solutions, aim to solidify market leadership and drive future growth.
Quarterly Highlights and Financial Performance
Fluence Energy's reported Q1 revenue decline was a severe shortfall against the $362 million estimates is partly due to delays in contract signings in Australia, according to Fluence's management's guidance. Consequently, the company's fiscal year 2025 revenue expectations were revised downwards.
The company posted a $57 million net loss, more than doubling the $25.6 million from the previous year's quarter. Adjusted EBITDA also worsened to a negative $49.7 million from a negative $18.3 million, illustrating significant operational challenges. Competitive pressures and eventual gross margin impact on new contracts drove this deterioration.
Despite these financial setbacks, Fluence's gross profit margin improved to 12.5%, signifying some operational improvements. Moreover, it continued to show considerable order intake, adding $778 million in bookings and increasing its backlog to a record $5.1 billion. This backlog provides a clear path to fulfilling future revenue expectations, covering about 85% of the revised guidance midpoint.
Fluence's cash position was strengthened by strategic financing moves, with total cash increasing to about $654.4 million, supported by a $400 million convertible senior notes issuance, further enhancing its financial flexibility.
The quarter did not see any dividend changes, while the competitive landscape remains heated due to increased supply pressures. Management plans to offset such pressures with domestic manufacturing framed by recent U.S. policy incentives.
Strategic Outlook and Guidance
Fluence's management forecast for the fiscal year 2025 has been revised in light of current challenges. The updated guidance predicts annual revenue between $3.1 billion to $3.7 billion (down from $3.6 billion to $4.4 billion), with adjusted EBITDA anticipated to range between $70 million and $100 million (down from $160 million to $200 million). The company aims to address customer delays and enhance its competitiveness with strategic capital investments and operational improvements.
Investors should keep an eye on Fluence's progress in securing new contracts and moving forward with production capabilities in the U.S., which could be critical in navigating the challenging dynamics of the global energy storage market. Given the company's strong backlog and enhanced cash reserves, the market will watch closely for signs of strategic advances and operational execution in the upcoming quarters.
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Fluence Energy's Revenue, EPS Fall Short

FLUENCE ENERGY ($FLNC) posted quarterly earnings results on Monday, February 10th. The company reported earnings of -$0.32 per share, missing estimates of -$0.20 by $0.12. The company also reported revenue of $186,790,000, missing estimates of $387,888,262 by $-201,098,262.
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FLUENCE ENERGY Insider Trading Activity
FLUENCE ENERGY insiders have traded $FLNC stock on the open market 2 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 2 have been purchases and 0 have been sales.
Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $FLNC stock by insiders over the last 6 months:
HERMAN E BULLS has made 2 purchases buying 20,000 shares for an estimated $323,820 and 0 sales.
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FLUENCE ENERGY Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 126 institutional investors add shares of FLUENCE ENERGY stock to their portfolio, and 114 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
COVALIS CAPITAL LLP removed 1,972,140 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $44,787,299
HANDELSBANKEN FONDER AB removed 1,966,547 shares (-30.8%) from their portfolio in Q4 2024, for an estimated $31,228,766
ELECTRON CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC added 1,252,635 shares (+3915.7%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $28,447,340
POINT72 ASSET MANAGEMENT, L.P. added 960,321 shares (+inf%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $21,808,889
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC added 849,324 shares (+160.8%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $19,288,148
ENCOMPASS CAPITAL ADVISORS LLC removed 700,264 shares (-36.7%) from their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $15,902,995
ENGINE NO. 1 LLC removed 495,000 shares (-100.0%) from their portfolio in Q3 2024, for an estimated $11,241,450
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