Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) — Stock Score Summary

Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) has a MoatMap StockRank of 19/100 based on Quality (12/100), Value (36/100), and Momentum (57/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG SELL. Plug Power is an unprofitable hydrogen fuel cell company characterized by massive cash burn, continuous share dilution, and structural business model flaws. It is the exact opposite of a Terry Smith or Warren Buffett quality compounder.

Plug Power Inc. is a leading provider of hydrogen fuel cell turn-key solutions for the electric mobility and stationary power markets, encompassing hydrogen production, liquefaction, and distribution. The company is a prominent player in the emerging green hydrogen economy, with a competitive advantage rooted in its vertically integrated approach and extensive experience in fuel cell technology. It aims to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy source.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$2.91
Market Cap$5.7B
P/E (Forward)-21.91
Price/Book6.69
Return on Equity-128.8%
Return on Invested Capital-82.1%
Debt/Equity130.53
Gross Margin-31.2%
Operating Margin-63.6%
Revenue Growth22.3%
Free Cash Flow$-407M

Plug Power Inc. operates in the Electrical Equipment & Parts industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Plug Power Inc.’s (PLUG) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) is 19/100, with a Strong Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (12), Value (36), and Momentum (57) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Plug Power Inc. have an economic moat?
Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) has a Quality factor score of 12/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Plug Power Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) is Strong Sell, based on a StockRank of 19/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Plug Power Inc. in?
Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Electrical Equipment & Parts industry (United States).
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