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Ameresco Inc (AMRC)

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Profit since last BUY3.09%
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06/20/2025: AMRC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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13 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $20.67

1 Year Target Price $20.67

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$20.67Target price
Low$8.49
Current$15
high$39.68

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -37.76%
Avg. Invested days 26
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 799.05M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.75
1Y Target Price 20.67
Price to earnings Ratio 14.75
1Y Target Price 20.67
Volume (30-day avg) 13
Beta 2.22
52 Weeks Range 8.49 - 39.68
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 8.49 - 39.68
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.03

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-04
When Before Market
Estimate -0.2526
Actual -0.1044

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.97%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.81%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.39%
Return on Equity (TTM) 5.39%

Valuation

Trailing PE 14.75
Forward PE 19.61
Enterprise Value 2511570395
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44
Enterprise Value 2511570395
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.38
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.17
Shares Outstanding 34603600
Shares Floating 30298085
Shares Outstanding 34603600
Shares Floating 30298085
Percent Insiders 8.49
Percent Institutions 92.18

Analyst Ratings

Rating 4
Target Price 20.67
Buy 3
Strong Buy 4
Buy 3
Strong Buy 4
Hold 5
Sell -
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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Ameresco Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Ameresco Inc. was founded in 2000 by George P. Sakellaris. It emerged as an independent energy services provider focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. Over time, it has expanded its services and geographic reach.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • U.S. Federal: This segment provides energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to U.S. federal government agencies, including project development, design, construction, and operation and maintenance (O&M) services.
  • U.S. Regional: Focuses on serving state and local governments, universities, schools, and hospitals (SLED) and commercial and industrial (C&I) customers within the United States. Services are similar to the U.S. Federal segment.
  • Canada: Provides energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions to customers in Canada, including government, commercial, and industrial clients.
  • UK: Focuses on energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in the United Kingdom.
  • Other International: Serves international markets beyond Canada and the UK, offering a range of energy solutions.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

George P. Sakellaris is the Chairman, President, and CEO. The organizational structure includes various vice presidents and functional departments overseeing operations, finance, business development, and technology.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Energy Efficiency Projects: Ameresco designs and implements energy efficiency projects, including HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, and building automation systems. The market is competitive with several other energy service companies (ESCOs) and traditional construction firms. Market share data specific to Ameresco for individual projects is difficult to ascertain, but they are a top 3 ESCO in the US. Competitors include Johnson Controls (JCI) and Honeywell (HON).
  • Renewable Energy Projects: This includes solar PV installations, biomass plants, and landfill gas-to-energy facilities. Ameresco develops, owns, and operates these projects. Similar to energy efficiency projects, market share for specific renewable energy projects varies widely and is challenging to quantify at the project level. Competitors include NextEra Energy Resources (NEE) and AES Corporation (AES).
  • Microgrids: Ameresco designs and deploys microgrids that integrate distributed generation sources and energy storage systems to provide reliable and resilient power. Growing market with limited quantifiable market share data publicly available. Competitors include Siemens (SIEGY) and Schneider Electric (SBGSF).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The energy services and renewable energy industry is experiencing strong growth driven by increasing demand for energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, and grid modernization. Government incentives and regulations are also playing a significant role.

Positioning

Ameresco is positioned as a leading independent energy services provider (ESCO) focused on providing comprehensive energy solutions to a diverse range of customers. Its competitive advantages include its extensive experience, technical expertise, and strong relationships with government agencies and private sector clients.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global energy efficiency and renewable energy market is expected to reach trillions of dollars. Ameresco is well-positioned to capture a portion of this TAM, with its focus on comprehensive energy solutions and diverse customer base. Estimates place TAM at around $300-400 billion for relevant sub-sectors with strong growth projected. Ameresco's TAM is a subset of this.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong track record and experience in energy services
  • Diversified customer base across government and private sectors
  • Comprehensive service offerings across energy efficiency and renewable energy
  • Strong relationships with government agencies
  • Technical expertise and innovation capabilities

Weaknesses

  • Project execution risks
  • Dependence on government incentives and regulations
  • Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
  • Limited brand recognition compared to larger competitors
  • Relatively small market capitalization compared to major players

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for energy efficiency and renewable energy
  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Increased adoption of microgrids and energy storage systems
  • Potential for acquisitions and partnerships
  • Government policies supporting clean energy initiatives

Threats

  • Increased competition from larger players
  • Changes in government regulations and incentives
  • Economic downturns affecting project financing
  • Technological advancements disrupting the industry
  • Supply chain disruptions and cost inflation

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • JCI
  • HON
  • NEE
  • AES

Competitive Landscape

Ameresco faces competition from larger, more established players in the energy services and renewable energy markets. Its competitive advantages include its focus on comprehensive energy solutions, strong relationships with government agencies, and technical expertise. Disadvantages include limited brand recognition and smaller market capitalization.

Major Acquisitions

TerraNavigator

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 17
  • Strategic Rationale: Added software capabilities to Ameresco's smart cities offerings.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Ameresco has experienced significant growth in revenue and project backlog over the past years, driven by increasing demand for energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued revenue growth for Ameresco, driven by increasing adoption of clean energy technologies and favorable government policies. Profitability is expected to improve as the company scales its operations and manages project execution risks. However, economic volatility can impact future results.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding into new geographic markets, developing innovative energy solutions, and pursuing strategic acquisitions.

Summary

Ameresco demonstrates strong growth in the renewable energy sector with diversified solutions. Its governmental ties provide stability, while profitability improvement and commodity price management are crucial. It competes with larger entities, requiring innovation and strategic partnerships. Continued expansion and adaptability remain key to its success in the growing market.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates
  • Press releases
  • Company website

Disclaimers:

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About Ameresco Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Framingham, MA, United States
IPO Launch date 2010-07-22
Founder, Chairman, CEO & President Mr. George P. Sakellaris P.E.
Sector Industrials
Industry Engineering & Construction
Full time employees 1500
Full time employees 1500

Ameresco, Inc. provides energy solutions in the United States, Canada, and Europe. It operates through North America Regions, U.S. Federal, Renewable Fuels, Europe, and All Other segments. The company offers energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, energy security and resilience, asset sustainability, and renewable energy solutions for businesses and organizations. It also designs, develops, engineers, and installs projects that reduce the energy, as well as operations and maintenance (O&M) costs of its customers' facilities; and projects primarily include various measures customized for the facility and designed to enhance the efficiency of building systems, such as heating, ventilation, cooling, and lighting systems. In addition, the company offers renewable energy solutions and services, such as the development and construction of small-scale plants that the company owns or develops for customers that produce electricity, gas, heat, or cooling from renewable sources of energy and O&M services; and sells electricity, processed renewable gas fuel, and heat or cooling produced from renewable sources of energy. Further, the company provides photovoltaic (PV) solar energy products and systems, as well as provides consulting, and enterprise energy management services; and operates wind farms. It serves the federal, state, local governments, utilities, healthcare and educational institutions, public housing authorities, public universities, municipal utilities, and commercial and industrial customers. Ameresco, Inc. was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.