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Atlas Energy Solutions Inc.(AESI)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$5.5
11/12/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AESI

11/12/2026: AESI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. is a specialized provider of frac sand and integrated logistics solutions, primarily serving the Permian Basin's oil and gas operators. The company is distinguished by its proprietary Dune Express conveyor system, which offers a cost-effective and lower-emission alternative to traditional logistics. While the company's vertical integration creates a competitive advantage, it remains highly sensitive to cyclical energy prices and regional drilling activity. Investors should weigh the growth potential of its infrastructure-led business model against the inherent volatility of the energy sector. It may suit investors looking for specialized energy services exposure, though monitoring drilling activity and commodity price trends remains essential for long-term outlook.

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 is expanding its proprietary infrastructure to capture more share of the Permian logistics market.
Momentum investorMixed fitPerformance is highly sensitive to oil price trends and E&P activity levels.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to cyclical expectations in the energy patch.
Dividend investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company has established a dividend policy that may appeal to income-focused energy investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent volatility of oilfield services makes this a higher-risk investment.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe business is directly tied to oil price cycles which impact customer drilling budgets.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing fluctuates heavily with energy sector sentiment.
Competition risk (logistics infrastructure)Medium / highCompetitors are also investing in supply chain efficiency to reduce client costs.
Business qualityMediumThe company has strong specialized assets but operates in a commoditized input market.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are subject to the company's ability to maintain cash flow through energy downturns.
Execution riskMediumOperational success relies on the uptime and reliability of large-scale infrastructure like the Dune Express.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -43.2%
Avg. Invested days 25
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AESI receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft quantitative characteristics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AESI has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-183.9%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -2.8%), moderate revenue growth (+3.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AESI's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 15.3% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is AESI's strongest growth driver at +73.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+3.7%, moderate) and earnings growth (-183.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 89.4% and approximately 71.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 34.24% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 10.52%
Encompass Capital Advisors LLC 5.22%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.02%
UBS Group AG 3.07%
State Street Corp 3.05%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AESI generates approximately $138 of gross profit, $-15 of operating income, and $-28 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 weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.22%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AESI has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector snapshot as of 2026-11-10

Sector

Energy

Signal
Caution
Sentiment
Strong Bearish
Market state
Strong Bearish
Momentum
Rapid Breadth Deterioration
BUY participation
24.5%
Active BUY / eligible
13 / 53
22-session BUY-count change
-13

BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.

Industry

Oil & Gas Equipment & Services

BUY participation
12.5%
Active BUY / eligible
1 / 8
22-session BUY-count change
-2

The sector signal does not change this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 698.94M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 15.38
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 15.38
Volume (30-day avg) 4.6M shares
Beta 1.25
52 Weeks Range 5.08 - 20.13
Updated Date 11/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 5.08 - 20.13
Updated Date 11/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.17

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Proppant SalesMining and processing of sand used in well stimulation.Profit is made from the volume of sand sold to oil companies.
Logistics ServicesTransporting sand via the Dune Express and trucking services.Profit is earned by charging customers for delivering the sand to the well site.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 20.45
Enterprise Value 1.72B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.65
Enterprise Value 1.72B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.65
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.6
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.54
Shares Outstanding 125.26M
Shares Floating 88.91M
Shares Outstanding 125.26M
Shares Floating 88.91M
Percent Insiders 34.24
Percent Institutions 89.39

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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