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Ads Tec Energy PLC(ADSE)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$9.74
10/29/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ADSE

10/29/2026: ADSE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Ads Tec Energy PLC is a high-growth player in the electric vehicle infrastructure market, specializing in battery-buffered charging stations that overcome grid limitations. Its main strength lies in its proprietary technology, which allows for ultra-fast charging even in locations with weak power grids. The company's primary growth story centers on its expansion into the North American market and increasing adoption by commercial operators. Key risks include intense competition from larger, better-funded incumbents, execution risk regarding US expansion, and potential margin pressure. This stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility and are looking for exposure to the clean energy transition, though investors should monitor future cash flow milestones closely.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company offers high exposure to the secular growth trend of electric vehicle infrastructure.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveStrong market interest in clean energy can lead to significant price swings suitable for momentum strategies.
Value investorWeak fitThe stock currently trades on growth expectations rather than established profitability or asset-based value.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends as it reinvests all cash into growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company is a small-cap, pre-profitability stock with high volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock exhibits wide price swings typical of small-cap energy technology firms.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh growth multiples mean the stock is sensitive to interest rate changes and growth target misses.
Competition risk (EV infrastructure)HighCompetition from large, entrenched incumbents could compress margins.
Business qualityMediumThe company has innovative technology but is still scaling toward consistent profitability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no income component to the investment.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully expanding into the US market is critical for long-term thesis validation.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -42.67%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ADSE receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft company fundamentals, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ADSE has soft overall fundamentals (2 stars), with weak financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+43.7%) is partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -159.3%), negative revenue growth (-71.3%), weak profitability (net margin -174.9%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ADSE's financial health is weak, with the relatively strongest area being soft liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets -21.1%). Operating efficiency is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 1-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is ADSE's strongest growth driver at +43.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-71.3%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-184.2%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 48.2% and approximately 40.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 39.45% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Mirabella Financial Services LLP 30.94%
Robert Bosch GmbH 13.92%
DnB NOR Asset Management (Asia) 0.19%
Springbok Capital Management, LLC 0.08%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.05%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ADSE generates approximately $-516 of gross profit, $-1,796 of operating income, and $-1,593 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and strong capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.46%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ADSE has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 731.56M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 18
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 18
Volume (30-day avg) 39.5K shares
Beta 0.35
52 Weeks Range 8.51 - 13.50
Updated Date 10/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.51 - 13.50
Updated Date 10/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.59

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Charging SystemsSale and maintenance of ChargeBox and ChargePost units.The company makes money by selling advanced charging hardware to commercial operators.
Energy Storage SolutionsBattery systems for industrial and grid stabilization.Revenue is generated from industrial clients needing to manage energy costs and grid reliability.
GeographyPrimarily Europe, with expanding operations in North America.Most revenue currently comes from Europe, meaning European economic health is a major factor.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 43.67
Enterprise Value 735.01M
Price to Sales(TTM) 30.11
Enterprise Value 735.01M
Price to Sales(TTM) 30.11
Enterprise Value to Revenue 27.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 45.52
Shares Outstanding 75.19M
Shares Floating 30.58M
Shares Outstanding 75.19M
Shares Floating 30.58M
Percent Insiders 39.45
Percent Institutions 48.22

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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