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Ormat Technologies, Inc.

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Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:05 PM EDT

Ormat Technologies Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.42%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.30	$0.91	+41.30%
Revenue	N/A	$349M	N/A

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Ormat Technologies Beats on EPS, Stock Down 0.42%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.30	$0.91	+41.30%
Revenue	N/A	$349M	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

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What It Means

Ormat Technologies reported a strong earnings per share, significantly beating expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, declining by 0.42%. The lack of revenue data and management commentary may have contributed to investor uncertainty.

Company Snapshot

Ormat Technologies, Inc. is a leader in the renewable electricity sector, focusing on geothermal energy and recovered energy generation....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.91

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the renewable energy sector.

$349M

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Context

Company Snapshot

Ormat Technologies, Inc. is a leader in the renewable electricity sector, focusing on geothermal energy and recovered energy generation. With a market cap of $7 billion, the company plays a crucial role in the shift towards sustainable energy solutions, which is increasingly important as global demand for clean energy rises.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+23.98%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.46%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Ormat reported an EPS of $0.67, matching analyst expectations with a slight positive surprise. The stock saw a modest increase of 1.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Ormat to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.91 and revenue of $349 million. The market is closely watching how the company navigates the growing demand for renewable energy.

Bull Case

If Ormat exceeds EPS expectations, it could signal strong operational efficiency and demand for its renewable energy solutions, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company falls short of earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.91

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$349M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the renewable energy sector.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Ormat's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.91?

A beat on EPS would reinforce investor confidence in the company's profitability and operational strength.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Forward-looking guidance is crucial for assessing the company's growth trajectory in the competitive renewable energy market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Ormat's ability to leverage its geothermal assets, particularly in a market increasingly focused on sustainability.

Supporting Evidence

Ormat has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger operational performance than analysts anticipate.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a significant reaction.

Recent trends in renewable energy demand could lead to higher revenue than expected, especially if new projects are announced.

Key Risk

If Ormat's revenue exceeds $360 million, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will reflect Ormat's ability to capitalize on the growing renewable energy market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.95 or higher would confirm strong demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.74 would raise concerns about profitability and market competitiveness.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.5%

Historical Avg

±0.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±7.0% while ORA has averaged ±0.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

31.3%

Calls (11K)P/C Ratio: 0.14Puts (2K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 15 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Utilities in the last 2 years. 10 of 15 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 2.0%, with a raw directional average of -0.1% (roughly flat historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ormat beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.59%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future growth.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline, with historical data suggesting a potential drop of around 0.66%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new geothermal projects or partnerships.
2Management's commentary on the impact of regulatory changes in renewable energy.
3Insights into operational efficiencies that could enhance profit margins.
4Details on customer demand trends for renewable energy solutions.
5Guidance on capital expenditures for future growth initiatives.

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Company Snapshot

Ormat Technologies, Inc. is a leader in the renewable electricity sector, focusing on geothermal energy and recovered energy generation....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

$0.91

Revenue

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the renewable energy sector.

$349M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+23.98%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.46%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Ormat reported an EPS of $0.67, matching analyst expectations with a slight positive surprise. The stock saw a modest increase of 1.04% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Ormat exceeds EPS expectations, it could signal strong operational efficiency and demand for its renewable energy solutions, potentially leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company falls short of earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it may raise concerns about its growth prospects in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.91

Earnings per share is a critical indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue

$349M

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to expand its operations and capture market share in the renewable energy sector.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Ormat's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.91?

A beat on EPS would reinforce investor confidence in the company's profitability and operational strength.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Forward-looking guidance is crucial for assessing the company's growth trajectory in the competitive renewable energy market.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Ormat's ability to leverage its geothermal assets, particularly in a market increasingly focused on sustainability.

Supporting Evidence

Ormat has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger operational performance than analysts anticipate.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a significant reaction.

Recent trends in renewable energy demand could lead to higher revenue than expected, especially if new projects are announced.

Key Risk

If Ormat's revenue exceeds $360 million, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will reflect Ormat's ability to capitalize on the growing renewable energy market.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.95 or higher would confirm strong demand and operational efficiency.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.74 would raise concerns about profitability and market competitiveness.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±6.5%

Historical Avg

±0.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±7.0% while ORA has averaged ±0.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

31.3%

Calls (11K)P/C Ratio: 0.14Puts (2K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Utilities

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 15 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Ormat beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 0.59%, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future growth.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline, with historical data suggesting a potential drop of around 0.66%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new geothermal projects or partnerships.
2Management's commentary on the impact of regulatory changes in renewable energy.
3Insights into operational efficiencies that could enhance profit margins.
4Details on customer demand trends for renewable energy solutions.
5Guidance on capital expenditures for future growth initiatives.