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Ormat Technologies Inc(ORA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$87.09
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ORA

10/23/2026: ORA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Ormat Technologies is a global leader in geothermal energy, known for its proprietary power plant technology and vertically integrated business model. The company generates reliable revenue through long-term power purchase agreements, offering a solid foundation for income-oriented investors while expanding into the high-growth energy storage market. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the global shift toward 24/7 carbon-free baseload power. However, the business faces significant execution risks related to capital-intensive infrastructure development, exploration uncertainty, and competition from other renewables. The stock may suit investors seeking a blend of utility-like stability and renewable energy growth, though they should monitor project commissioning timelines and regulatory policy shifts closely.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company offers long-term growth potential through the expansion of its renewable power generation and storage footprint.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum fit is conditional on a positive market sentiment toward the renewable energy sector and specific project commissioning timelines.
Value investorMixed fitValuation requires careful assessment of project pipeline viability versus the capital intensity of the business.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company provides a reliable dividend supported by stable, long-term power purchase agreements.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile utility-like contracts provide stability, the company faces inherent risks related to exploration, project execution, and geographic concentration.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is subject to market sentiment regarding the broader renewable energy sector.
Valuation riskMediumInvestor appetite for growth in renewables can lead to fluctuations in valuation multiples.
Competition risk (Renewables)MediumCompetition from lower-cost solar and wind technologies impacts market dynamics.
Business qualityStrongThe company's proprietary technology and operational history demonstrate high-quality, specialized business operations.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is stable but not the primary driver of total returns compared to capital growth.
Execution riskMedium / highLarge-scale infrastructure projects are prone to delays and cost overruns.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 53.65%
Avg. Invested days 69
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ORA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+0.1%) and solid revenue growth (+12.5%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -28.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.42%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ORA's financial health is supported by moderate profitability, including gross margin of 27.6% and operating margin of 18.5%. Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is ORA's strongest growth driver at +12.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-270.9%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 96.7% and approximately 99.7% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.42%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 13.38%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.98%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.34%
State Street Corp 4.09%
Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd 3.87%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ORA generates approximately $276 of gross profit, $185 of operating income, and $-288 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -19.01% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ORA has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.36B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 42.69
1Y Target Price 123.58
Price to earnings Ratio 42.69
1Y Target Price 123.58
Volume (30-day avg) 929.9K shares
Beta 0.9
52 Weeks Range 85.77 - 146.23
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 85.77 - 146.23
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.54%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.04

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Electricity SegmentRevenue from the sale of electricity generated by geothermal, solar, and storage facilities.This is the company's core, recurring revenue engine, driven by long-term contracts.
Product SegmentDesign and construction of power plants for third-party customers.This segment provides lumpy, project-based revenue that supplements the core operating business.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 42.69
Forward PE 35.84
Enterprise Value 8.88B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.51
Enterprise Value 8.88B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.51
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.47
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.86
Shares Outstanding 61.50M
Shares Floating 61.33M
Shares Outstanding 61.50M
Shares Floating 61.33M
Percent Insiders 0.42
Percent Institutions 96.7

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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