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Nextpower Inc.(NXT)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$82.08
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NXT

10/28/2026: NXT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Nextpower Inc. is a leading provider of solar energy technology, transitioning from its roots as the premier global solar tracker supplier to an integrated platform offering software, robotics, and energy storage solutions. Its primary strength lies in its dominant market position and sophisticated yield-management software. The central investment story is the firm's expansion into grid-scale battery storage and intelligent power systems to capture broader renewable energy demand. Investors should note risks related to high interest rates, steel cost volatility, and intense competitive pressure in hardware. This stock primarily suits growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility and are monitoring the company’s ability to scale its new energy storage division.

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 fitNextpower operates in a high-growth sector with significant scaling potential and a track record of expanding its technology platform.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock often exhibits strong price trends tied to solar energy adoption and infrastructure investment cycles.
Value investorMixed fitWhile currently profitable, the stock's valuation often reflects high growth expectations rather than traditional deep-value metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently pay a dividend as it prioritizes reinvestment into growth and strategic acquisitions.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility associated with the renewable energy sector and capital-intensive business cycles may be unsuitable for risk-averse investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to significant price swings due to its high beta and sensitivity to interest rate changes.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh growth valuations can lead to sharp corrections if quarterly performance fails to meet aggressive market expectations.
Competition risk (solar tracker / technology competition)MediumThe sector is increasingly crowded, and the company must continuously innovate to maintain its technical lead.
Business qualityStrongThe company has a proven, market-leading technology platform and a strong history of operational efficiency.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors seeking immediate cash flow from dividends will not find this stock suitable.
Execution riskMediumIntegrating major acquisitions like Prevalon Energy requires disciplined management to realize projected synergies.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -21.18%
Avg. Invested days 34
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
NXT receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
NXT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid earnings growth (+15.1%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.4%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.64%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
NXT's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 41.3%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is NXT's strongest growth driver at +20.3% FY2026 versus FY2025 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+15.1%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-17.7%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 108.3% and approximately 98.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.64%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 13.93%
FMR Inc 12.36%
PRIMECAP Management Company 4.41%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.29%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.93%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
NXT generates approximately $326 of gross profit, $196 of operating income, and $144 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.92%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
NXT has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.21B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 20.53
1Y Target Price 132.11
Price to earnings Ratio 20.53
1Y Target Price 132.11
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 1.94
52 Weeks Range 75.41 - 163.13
Updated Date 10/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 75.41 - 163.13
Updated Date 10/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.87

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Solar Tracking SystemsNX Horizon and other tracker hardware sales to utility-scale projects.This is the core foundation of the business, generating the bulk of revenue through hardware sales.
Software & ControlsTrueCapture and NX Navigator subscription and licensing fees.Higher-margin software revenue helps maintain long-term relationships with power plant operators.
Geography (North America)Sales within the United States, representing approximately 75% of fiscal revenue.The company's success is heavily tied to US solar infrastructure policy and demand.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-28
When After Market
Estimate 0.86
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 16.36%
Operating Margin (TTM) 20.86%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 11.69%
Return on Equity (TTM) 27.22%

Valuation

Trailing PE 20.53
Forward PE 16.84
Enterprise Value 11.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.36
Enterprise Value 11.06B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.36
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.6
Shares Outstanding 151.73M
Shares Floating 149.09M
Shares Outstanding 151.73M
Shares Floating 149.09M
Percent Insiders 0.64
Percent Institutions 108.33

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)

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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