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Ormat Technologies Inc (ORA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: 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 7.83% | Avg. Invested days 49 | 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 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.51B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 42.15 | 1Y Target Price 94.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 42.15 | 1Y Target Price 94.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.69 | 52 Weeks Range 61.30 - 95.37 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 61.30 - 95.37 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
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 42.15 | Forward PE 35.09 | Enterprise Value 8191213675 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.07 |
Enterprise Value 8191213675 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.04 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.37 | Shares Outstanding 60464800 | Shares Floating 57554919 |
Shares Outstanding 60464800 | Shares Floating 57554919 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.48 | Percent Institutions 93.28 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ormat Technologies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Ormat Technologies Inc. was founded in 1965 in Israel by Lucien Bronicki. Initially focused on developing Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology, Ormat evolved into a leading global geothermal power company. The company went public in 2004, marking a significant milestone in its growth.
Core Business Areas
- Electricity Segment: This segment involves the development, ownership, and operation of geothermal power plants. Ormat generates and sells electricity under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with utilities.
- Product Segment: This segment focuses on the design, manufacture, and sale of geothermal power equipment and systems. Ormat also provides engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for geothermal and recovered energy generation projects.
Leadership and Structure
Doron Blachar is the current CEO of Ormat Technologies Inc. The company has a board of directors and operates with a functional organizational structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Geothermal Power Plants: Ormat designs, builds, owns, and operates geothermal power plants that convert heat from the earth into electricity. Market share data is proprietary, but Ormat is a leading global player in geothermal energy with significant market share (estimated 25% of new geothermal deployments). Competitors include Enel Green Power, Calpine, and Reykjavik Energy.
- Geothermal Power Generators (ORC Systems): Ormat manufactures and sells Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems for geothermal and recovered energy generation. Market share data is proprietary, but Ormat is a leading supplier of ORC technology. Competitors include Turboden, Exergy, and GE.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The geothermal energy industry is experiencing growth due to increasing demand for renewable energy and government incentives. The industry is characterized by high capital costs and long development cycles.
Positioning
Ormat Technologies Inc. is a vertically integrated geothermal company with expertise in all aspects of geothermal power development, from resource exploration to plant construction and operation. This provides a competitive advantage over companies focused solely on one area. Ormat benefits from proven technology and established relationships with utilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global geothermal power market is projected to reach approximately $12 billion by 2028. Ormat is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its expertise and integrated business model.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Vertically integrated business model
- Proven technology and experience
- Strong track record of project development
- Long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs)
Weaknesses
- High capital costs
- Long development cycles
- Geographic concentration of resources
- Exposure to regulatory changes
Opportunities
- Growing demand for renewable energy
- Government incentives and subsidies
- Expansion into new geothermal resources
- Development of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS)
Threats
- Fluctuations in energy prices
- Competition from other renewable energy sources
- Technological advancements in other energy sectors
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ENEL.MI
- CPN
- AREV.ST
Competitive Landscape
Ormat Technologies Inc. has a competitive advantage over many competitors due to its vertically integrated business model and proven technology. However, the company faces competition from larger energy companies with greater financial resources.
Major Acquisitions
US Geothermal Inc.
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 109
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Ormat's geothermal portfolio and increased its presence in the US market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ormat has demonstrated consistent growth in revenue and earnings over the past decade, driven by its strong market position and expanding portfolio of geothermal power plants.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Ormat, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy and the company's pipeline of new projects.
Recent Initiatives: Ormat has recently focused on expanding its geothermal portfolio, developing new technologies, and strengthening its relationships with utilities.
Summary
Ormat Technologies Inc. demonstrates strength through its vertically integrated model and proven geothermal technology, yet the high capital costs and long development cycles are its weaknesses. Capitalizing on growing demand for renewable energy and developing EGS can create opportunities. Fluctuations in energy prices are threats to watch out for to ensure future growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC)
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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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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