AFC Energy PLC (GB:HPOW)
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HPOW Stock Chart & Stats
10.20 p
0.19 p(1.96%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
10.20 p
0.19 p(1.96%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range8.14 p - 17.98 p
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)5.32M
Market Cap
£143.89M
Enterprise Value139.67M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£17.44M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£1.30M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.56
Next Earnings
Mar 02, 2027EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.02
Shares Outstanding1,136,539,300
10 Day Avg. Volume5,283,526
30 Day Avg. Volume5,324,297
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.41
Price to Book (P/B)2.15
Price to Sales (P/S)626.55
P/FCF Ratio-6.23
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.02
Revenue Forecast (FY)£2.02M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetA very low debt load materially reduces refinancing and insolvency risk over the medium term, giving management flexibility to prioritise certification and initial commercial scale-up. While equity is being eroded by losses, the conservative capital structure preserves optionality for strategic partnerships or targeted investments without urgent leverage pressure.
Fundraise And Cash RunwayA material fundraise and ~£25.3m cash provide an 18-month runway to execute certification, pilot deployments, and initial deliveries. That runway reduces immediate financing risk, supports planned LC30 commercialization, and allows conversion of partnerships into paid deployments before the firm must seek larger external capital or scale revenue generation.
Validated Partnerships & ManufacturingMultiple manufacturing, JV and engineering partnerships validate product integration and broaden routes to market. Outsourcing LC30 production to Volex lowers capital intensity for scale, JV/I C L links give hydrogen sales channels, and industry partners help de‑risk commercial adoption and support potential recurring service and fuel revenues.
Bears Say
Minimal Commercial RevenueThe company remains largely pre‑revenue commercially, with FY25 sales negligible and large operating losses. This structural lack of commercial product traction means the business must convert pipeline interest into contracted sales to prove unit economics; until then losses will continue to erode equity and require external funding.
Persistent Cash BurnNegative operating and free cash flow indicate the business cannot yet self‑fund growth. Although burn improved versus prior year, ongoing reliance on capital raises constrains long‑term strategy and increases execution risk: reduced runway or higher-cost financing would force trade‑offs between R&D, certification, and commercial rollout.
Certification, Supply & Order RiskNear‑term commercialisation hinges on regulatory approvals and constrained fuel‑cell supply, while management must build a meaningful order book or secure further financing by 2027. These structural bottlenecks could delay revenue realization and hinder scale economics even if products are technically validated.
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HPOW FAQ
What was AFC Energy PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
AFC Energy PLC lowest share price was 8.14 p and its highest was 17.98 p in the past 12 months.
What is AFC Energy PLC’s market cap?
AFC Energy PLC’s market cap is £143.89M.
When is AFC Energy PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
AFC Energy PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 02, 2027 which is in 253 days.
How were AFC Energy PLC’s earnings last quarter?
AFC Energy PLC released its earnings results on Jun 10, 2026. The company reported -0.005 p earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -0.005 p.
Is AFC Energy PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts AFC Energy PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does AFC Energy PLC pay dividends?
AFC Energy PLC does not currently pay dividends.
What is AFC Energy PLC’s EPS estimate?
AFC Energy PLC’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does AFC Energy PLC have?
AFC Energy PLC has 1,136,539,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to AFC Energy PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
AFC Energy PLC reported an EPS of -0.005 p in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.031%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of AFC Energy PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HPOW
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AFC Energy Stock Smart Score
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
15.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-76.88%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
41.55%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
AFC Energy PLC
H-Power plc engages in the development of ammonia-based low carbon hydrogen production and hydrogen-to-power solutions in the United Kingdom. It operates through Sales of fuel cell generators and Rental segments. The company provides an H-Power Tower, an S series fuel cell generators; and L series fuel cell generators. It is also developing an H-power generator S series fuel cell, a modular compact; H-power generator S+ series fuel cell diesel generator alternative; ammonia cracker, a technology to convert ammonia into hydrogen; and a methanol fuel tower, a technology solution for conversion of carrier fuel methanol into hydrogen. In addition, the company provides various support solutions, including the supply of hydrogen, ammonia or methanol; consultation on fuel consumption and logistics requirements; arranging the sourcing, supply, and delivery of the fuel of choice; consultation or supply of on-site fuel storage; consultation and design of the full power solution based on the application; arrangements to supply, deliver, and connect battery energy storage technology; technical integration of technologies, such as battery, fuel cell, fuel conversion, and fuel storage; monitoring and optimization for the full system; on-site installation, commissioning, and decommissioning; on call maintenance from field support team; and operating guidelines and on-site briefing services. It offers products for use in various applications, such as maritime, construction, data centers, outdoor events, EV charging, and rail sectors. The company was formerly known as AFC Energy plc and changed its name to H-Power plc in May 2026. The company was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Cranleigh, the United Kingdom.
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