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Ormat Technologies Inc (ORA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: ORA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $94.6
1 Year Target Price $94.6
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.1% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.56B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 42.54 | 1Y Target Price 94.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 42.54 | 1Y Target Price 94.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.67 | 52 Weeks Range 61.30 - 95.37 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 61.30 - 95.37 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.52% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.16 |
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 2025-08-06 | When - | Estimate 0.42 | Actual 0.48 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 14.49% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.7% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.74% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.3% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 42.54 | Forward PE 48.54 | Enterprise Value 8264980734 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.13 |
Enterprise Value 8264980734 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.12 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.51 | Shares Outstanding 60464800 | Shares Floating 57553705 |
Shares Outstanding 60464800 | Shares Floating 57553705 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.48 | Percent Institutions 93.12 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ormat Technologies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Ormat Technologies Inc. was founded in 1965 in Israel, initially focusing on developing geothermal energy technologies. It has since evolved into a leading global provider of geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG) solutions, including power plants and electricity generation equipment.
Core Business Areas
- Electricity Segment: This segment involves developing, owning, and operating geothermal and REG power plants. It generates and sells electricity under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs).
- Product Segment: This segment designs, manufactures, and sells geothermal and REG power plant equipment, including Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) turbines and related components.
Leadership and Structure
Doron Blachar serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure comprises various departments including operations, finance, engineering, and business development, with regional offices across the globe.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Geothermal Power Plants: Ormat designs, builds, and operates geothermal power plants globally. Market share is estimated at 15-20% of the global geothermal power plant market. Competitors include Turboden, Fuji Electric, and Toshiba.
- Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Turbines: Ormat's ORC turbines are used in geothermal and REG applications. Specific market share data is not readily available but Ormat is considered a leader in ORC technology. Competitors include Turboden, Exergy, and GE.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The geothermal energy industry is growing due to increasing demand for renewable energy sources and government incentives. The recovered energy generation (REG) market is also expanding as industries seek to improve energy efficiency.
Positioning
Ormat is a vertically integrated company with expertise in all aspects of geothermal and REG power plant development, operation, and equipment manufacturing. Its competitive advantages include proprietary technology, experienced team, and established track record.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global geothermal power market is projected to reach $10 billion by 2027. Ormat is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its expertise and technology.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary ORC technology
- Vertically integrated business model
- Experienced management team
- Strong track record in geothermal development
- Long-term power purchase agreements
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Dependence on geothermal resource availability
- Exposure to regulatory changes
- Geographic concentration of assets
- Project development risks
Opportunities
- Expanding geothermal development in new regions
- Growing demand for renewable energy
- Government incentives and subsidies
- Technological advancements in geothermal extraction
- Growth in REG market
Threats
- Competition from other renewable energy sources
- Fluctuations in energy prices
- Environmental regulations
- Geopolitical risks
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BRN
- NVEE
- GE
Competitive Landscape
Ormat's advantages include its proprietary technology, vertically integrated business model, and experienced team. Its disadvantages include its high capital expenditure requirements and dependence on geothermal resource availability.
Major Acquisitions
U.S. Geothermal Inc.
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 108.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Ormat's geothermal asset base and development pipeline in the United States.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ormat has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by new power plant developments and acquisitions. Revenue and net income have generally increased.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy and Ormat's strong position in the geothermal market. Specific projections vary depending on analyst firm.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding geothermal development in Indonesia and other regions, developing new REG projects, and investing in technological advancements.
Summary
Ormat Technologies is a strong player in the geothermal energy market, leveraging its proprietary ORC technology and vertically integrated business model for consistent growth. While it benefits from rising renewable energy demand, the company should carefully manage capital expenditures and project development risks. Continued expansion in new regions and technological advancements will be key to maintaining its competitive edge. The company should monitor the fluctuating energy prices and environmental regulations.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Ormat Technologies Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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About Ormat Technologies Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Reno, NV, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2004-11-11 | CEO - | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Renewable | Full time employees 1512 | Website https://www.ormat.com |
Full time employees 1512 | Website https://www.ormat.com | ||
Ormat Technologies, Inc. engages in the geothermal and recovered energy power business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guatemala, Guadeloupe, New Zealand, Honduras, France, Indonesia, the Philippines, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Electricity, Product, and Energy Storage. The Electricity segment develops, builds, owns, and operates geothermal, solar photovoltaic, and recovered energy-based power plants; and sells electricity. The Product segment designs, manufactures, and sells equipment for geothermal and recovered energy-based electricity generation; and provides services relating to the engineering, procurement, and construction of geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants. The Energy Storage segment provides battery energy storage systems and related services. The company serves contractors, geothermal plant owners and operators, interstate natural gas pipeline owners and operators, gas processing plant owners and operators, cement plant owners and operators, and biomass facilities owners and operators, as well as other companies engaged in energy-intensive industrial processes. Ormat Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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