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Nextpower Inc.(NXT)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NXT
09/28/2026: NXT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Nextpower Inc. is a renewable energy firm focused on developing utility-scale solar and battery storage infrastructure. The company benefits from the global transition toward cleaner energy, utilizing its expertise to capture growth in solar generation and grid-balancing services. Its main strength lies in a focused development pipeline and technical niche in storage integration, though it faces stiff competition from well-capitalized utility incumbents. Investors should be aware of risks including high sensitivity to interest rates, regulatory changes, and execution challenges common in large infrastructure projects. This stock may suit investors seeking long-term growth in the energy sector, while key developments in interconnection policy and project execution remain critical monitors.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company's focus on scaling renewable energy infrastructure offers potential for high growth in an expanding industry. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | This fit is conditional on positive technical signals and sector-wide sentiment driving high-growth trends. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | High capital intensity and early-stage development status typically result in valuations not aligned with traditional value metrics. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company currently focuses capital on expansion rather than returning income to shareholders via dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to project development risks, regulatory volatility, and market fluctuations makes this a high-risk asset. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock's beta is sensitive to news regarding interest rates and energy sector policy shifts. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Market expectations for rapid growth can lead to premium valuations that are sensitive to execution delays. |
| Competition risk (Major Energy Utilities) | High | Larger incumbents can leverage lower costs of capital to outbid or outperform in project acquisition and deployment. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business relies on successful execution of complex infrastructure projects rather than a diversified, established product franchise. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on this security for regular income generation. |
| Execution risk | High | Operational delays, construction costs, and permitting hurdles can significantly impact project returns. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -15.74% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.88 | 1Y Target Price 139.18 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.88 | 1Y Target Price 139.18 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.1M shares | Beta 1.92 | 52 Weeks Range 73.07 - 163.13 | Updated Date 09/28/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 73.07 - 163.13 | Updated Date 09/28/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.79 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Energy Generation | Sale of electricity generated from utility-scale solar plants via long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). | The company earns money primarily by selling power to utility grids under fixed-price contracts. |
| Energy Storage/Grid Services | Fees earned from grid operators for balancing services and storing/releasing power during peak times. | This is an emerging revenue stream that leverages batteries to stabilize power grids. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.88 | Forward PE 18.21 | Enterprise Value 11.86B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.35 |
Enterprise Value 11.86B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.27 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.67 | Shares Outstanding 151.73M | Shares Floating 149.09M |
Shares Outstanding 151.73M | Shares Floating 149.09M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.64 | Percent Institutions 109.65 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Nextpower Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Fremont, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-02-09 | Co-Founder, CEO & Director Mr. Daniel S. Shugar | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Solar | Full time employees 1993 | Website https://www.nextpower.com |
Full time employees 1993 | Website https://www.nextpower.com | ||
Nextpower Inc. provides solar and energy technology solutions for utility-scale power plants in the United States and internationally. It offers tracking solutions, including NX Horizon, a solar tracking solution; NX Horizon-XTR, a terrain-following tracker to expand the addressable market for trackers on sites with sloped, uneven, and challenging terrain; NX Horizon Hail Pro adds automatic stowing using weather service information; and NX Horizon Low Carbon, a solar tracker solution with a reduced carbon footprint. The company also provides TrueCapture, an energy yield management system that addresses power production shortfalls; NX Anchor and NX Earth Truss, a solar foundation technology to facilitate solar project development in challenging soil conditions; Truss Driver, an advanced installation equipment; and NX Navigator, which assists solar power plant owners and operators in monitoring, controlling, and protecting their solar projects. It serves engineering, procurement, and construction firms, as well as solar project developers and owners. The company was formerly known as Nextracker Inc. and changed its name to Nextpower Inc. in November 2025. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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