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Neutral 49 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:49Neutral
Price Target:
C$0.27
â–¼(-14.37% Downside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/03/26
The score is held back primarily by ongoing operating losses and deeply negative cash flow despite improving revenue and gross margin. Technical indicators are mixed and do not provide a strong momentum tailwind, while valuation is constrained by negative earnings and no dividend support.
Positive Factors
Proprietary pyrolysis technology
CHAR’s core proprietary high-temperature pyrolysis provides a durable waste-to-value business model. The technology creates differentiated carbon products and enables project revenue streams, supporting long-term demand from industrial environmental applications and customer stickiness.
Improving gross margin
Gross margin recovery to around 25% from prior negatives indicates improving unit economics and operational leverage. Sustained margins at this level enhance the path to profitability as volumes scale, making the business model more resilient over the next several quarters.
Manageable leverage and capitalization
A lower debt-to-equity (~0.25) and a healthier equity base reduce solvency and interest-pressure risk. Manageable leverage provides financial flexibility to pursue project deployments and commercialization without immediate refinancing stress, aiding medium-term execution.
Negative Factors
Deep negative operating and free cash flow
Significant negative OCF and FCF (multi-million dollar TTM burn) are structural constraints that necessitate external capital. Persistent cash burn limits reinvestment, increases dilution risk, and places execution timelines for projects under funding pressure until sustained positive cash generation occurs.
Ongoing operating losses and weak profitability
Large negative net margin (~-58%) and continued losses indicate the company has not reached scale to cover fixed costs. This reduces retained earnings and the ability to self-fund growth, meaning profitability depends on sustained revenue expansion and further margin improvement over multiple quarters.
Reliance on external funding and execution risk
The company’s need for external funding to cover cash burn raises execution and timing risk for project rollouts and commercialization. Dependence on capital markets can constrain strategic choices, slow deployments, and dilute shareholders if operational cash generation does not improve promptly.

CHAR Technologies (YES) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

CHAR Technologies Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionCHAR Technologies Ltd., a cleantech development and services company, engages in the conversion of organic waste into clean energy and biocarbon products. It offers SulfaCHAR, an activated biochar designed and developed to capture noxious hydrogen sulfide; Cleanfyre, a form of bio coal that allows large industrial users to switch from heavy greenhouse gas (GHG) emission fossil coal to GHG-neutral bio coal; and equipment for industrial water treatment. The company also provides environmental compliance and management, site investigation and remediation, engineering, and resource efficiency services. It serves food and beverage, industrial, and renewable gas project customers. CHAR Technologies Ltd. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyCHAR Technologies generates revenue primarily through the sale of its innovative carbon capture and conversion technologies, including the production of biochar and renewable energy from biomass. The company also earns income from consulting services related to its technologies and projects. Key revenue streams include direct sales of biochar to agricultural industries, partnerships with municipalities and waste management companies for waste-to-energy projects, and grants or funding from governmental and environmental organizations that support clean technology initiatives. Collaboration with industry partners and expansion into new markets further contribute to its earnings.

CHAR Technologies Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Revenue growth is strong and gross margin improved to ~25%, but profitability remains weak with negative EBIT/net income and a very poor net margin. The balance sheet is healthier with manageable leverage, yet deeply negative operating and free cash flow indicates ongoing funding reliance and elevated execution risk.
Income Statement
44
Neutral
TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) revenue grew strongly (about +9.1%), and gross margin improved to ~25% after a negative gross margin in the latest annual period, indicating better unit economics. However, profitability remains weak: EBIT and net income are still negative, and net margin is around -58%, showing the business has not yet scaled enough to cover operating costs consistently.
Balance Sheet
63
Positive
Leverage looks manageable in the most recent periods with debt-to-equity around 0.25 and equity near $4.9M, which is a healthier capitalization profile than the prior year when debt-to-equity spiked materially. The key weakness is returns: return on equity is negative (TTM), reflecting ongoing losses and limiting the balance sheet’s ability to compound value without continued improvement in earnings.
Cash Flow
28
Negative
Cash generation is the biggest pressure point. TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) operating cash flow and free cash flow are deeply negative (roughly -$4.5M and -$5.5M), and free cash flow declined further (about -18%). While losses have narrowed versus earlier years, the company still appears reliant on external funding until operating cash burn improves materially.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue2.20M3.16M2.00M1.46M1.38M
Gross Profit-468.19K631.58K640.17K642.01K709.26K
EBITDA467.37K-6.08M-6.52M-5.10M-2.42M
Net Income-1.28M-8.33M-8.43M-6.90M-3.26M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets8.89M15.35M18.87M9.95M10.32M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments453.69K948.69K6.09M460.48K3.00M
Total Debt1.21M5.04M3.81M886.90K308.57K
Total Liabilities3.65M14.88M11.93M5.25M4.78M
Stockholders Equity4.90M471.69K6.93M4.70M5.54M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow-6.70M-7.44M-9.45M-7.82M-3.75M
Operating Cash Flow-5.63M-3.99M-4.86M-5.03M-2.21M
Investing Cash Flow-796.44K548.43K-8.60M-2.79M-1.55M
Financing Cash Flow5.93M2.30M15.09M5.28M6.63M

CHAR Technologies Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price0.32
Price Trends
50DMA
0.29
Negative
100DMA
0.26
Positive
200DMA
0.24
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
>-0.01
Negative
RSI
46.63
Neutral
STOCH
73.33
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:YES, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 0.32 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 0.27, above the 50-day MA of 0.29, and above the 200-day MA of 0.24, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of >-0.01 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 46.63 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 73.33 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TSE:YES.

CHAR Technologies Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (55)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
55
Neutral
$6.65B3.83-15.92%6.20%10.91%7.18%
54
Neutral
C$368.99M51.19――28.43%80.34%
49
Neutral
C$33.42M-10.14-419.23%―-27.40%23.40%
41
Neutral
C$40.82M-5.91-1787.47%―135.68%68.99%
41
Neutral
C$31.43M-3.11――12.06%-52.13%
39
Underperform
C$11.50M-27.19-352.14%――-72.78%
* General Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:YES
CHAR Technologies
0.25
0.07
38.89%
TSE:ECM
Ecolomondo Corporation
0.18
<0.01
1.71%
TSE:CMC
Cielo Waste Solutions
0.07
-0.03
-30.00%
TSE:VTX
Vertex Resource Group Ltd.
0.18
-0.09
-33.45%
TSE:ROOF
Northstar Clean Technologies
0.20
-0.17
-45.95%
TSE:ANRG
Anaergia
2.27
1.33
141.49%

CHAR Technologies Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Launches C$2 Million Private Placement Backed by BMI Group
Positive
Feb 23, 2026

CHAR Technologies plans to raise up to C$2 million through a non-brokered private placement of 8,511,000 units priced at C$0.235, each consisting of one common share and half a warrant exercisable at C$0.35 for 24 months. The BMI Group, via its joint venture BMI Industrial, will take half the offering and is expected to become an insider with more than 10% ownership, while the remaining units will be sold under Canadian and international prospectus exemptions with standard hold periods for Canadian buyers.

The company intends to use the proceeds for general working capital, ongoing project development and emerging strategic initiatives, supporting the advancement of its project pipeline in sustainable energy. The financing, which may involve finder’s fees, is scheduled to close around February 27, 2026, subject to regulatory and stock exchange approvals, underscoring CHAR’s efforts to strengthen its capital base and strategic positioning in the low-carbon energy market.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Sell with a C$0.24 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
CHAR Technologies Strikes Capital-Light Licensing Deal with GazoTech to Launch Pyrolysis Technology in Europe
Positive
Feb 4, 2026

CHAR Technologies has signed a technology know-how licensing agreement with France-based GazoTech SAS to deploy its high-temperature pyrolysis technology in France and selected European markets, marking a strategic move beyond its North American project base anchored by the Thorold Renewable Energy Facility. Under the deal, CHAR will provide paid process design, technology transfer and engineering support while GazoTech supplies equipment and advances multiple French projects, including an industrial waste-biomass-to-syngas and biocarbon integration and the Bio-Méthane Provence project, with CHAR earning licence fees and production-based royalties and retaining the option to take equity stakes—positioning the company for capital-light international expansion and reinforcing its role in Europe’s shift toward low-carbon industrial energy and metallurgical coal replacement.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Sell with a C$0.24 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
CHAR Technologies Sets Investor Update Call and Grants Equity Incentives to Support Growth
Positive
Feb 2, 2026

CHAR Technologies will host a live investor update call on February 18, 2026, where management plans to detail recent milestones, operational progress and strategic priorities across its renewable energy, biocarbon and PFAS destruction platforms. The company also approved grants of 1,618,042 stock options and 1,336,636 restricted stock units to employees, consultants, directors and officers, a move that aligns incentives with long-term performance and underscores CHAR’s efforts to retain and motivate key personnel as it scales its cleantech operations.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Sell with a C$0.24 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
CHAR Technologies Starts Commissioning First Commercial Thorold Renewable Energy Plant
Positive
Jan 29, 2026

CHAR Technologies has begun commissioning its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility in Ontario, its first commercial-scale plant for producing renewable energy and biocarbon. The staged start-up starts with feedstock receiving and handling ahead of bringing the high-temperature pyrolysis kiln online, with the company targeting a Phase 1 biocarbon production run-rate of 5,000 tonnes per year by the end of the first quarter of 2026. As systems are sequentially tested and integrated, CHAR expects production volumes to ramp up, establishing operating performance, throughput and product quality. Following completion of Phase 1, the company plans a Phase 2 expansion to install a second kiln, double biocarbon capacity, add methanation equipment to upgrade syngas into renewable natural gas, and build an on-site pipeline injection point, deepening its role in low-carbon fuel and industrial decarbonization markets. The Thorold facility is held in a limited partnership with the BMI Group, in which CHAR holds a 50% stake, positioning the company to generate recurring revenues from both biocarbon and future RNG output.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyDelistings and Listing ChangesFinancial DisclosuresPrivate Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Narrows Loss, Strengthens Balance Sheet as Biocarbon Projects Advance
Positive
Jan 28, 2026

CHAR Technologies reported fiscal 2025 results marked by a sharp improvement in its balance sheet and progress in commercializing its clean energy technologies, driven by the transition of its Thorold biocarbon project into a limited partnership. While annual revenue declined to $2.2 million, gross profit increased and a gain of more than $4 million from contributing assets to a joint venture helped narrow the company’s pre-tax loss, alongside a near $11 million reduction in liabilities and a significant increase in shareholders’ equity. Operationally, CHAR commenced commercial biocarbon production at Thorold, advanced its Espanola biocarbon project with a reaffirmed $10 million funding commitment from BMI Group, and completed a six-month demonstration in Baltimore of a high-temperature pyrolysis system for PFAS destruction and syngas generation, positioning the company at the forefront of emerging waste-to-energy and biosolids treatment markets. Subsequent to year-end, CHAR raised $1 million in a private placement to support working capital and its project pipeline and listed its shares on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange to broaden its investor base and improve visibility among European institutional and retail investors, reinforcing its growth strategy and international expansion ambitions.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Wins C$10 Million BMI Backing for Large-Scale Espanola Biocarbon Plant
Positive
Jan 14, 2026

CHAR Technologies has secured a C$10 million commitment from The BMI Group to advance engineering and design work on the Espanola biocarbon project in Northern Ontario, a planned facility capable of producing up to 50,000 tonnes of low-carbon biocarbon annually—five times the capacity of the partners’ existing Thorold Renewable Energy Facility. Located at BMI’s newly acquired Bioveld North site, the project aims to convert local wood waste and forestry residuals into biocarbon and synthetic gas, leveraging legacy pulp-and-paper infrastructure to accelerate redevelopment, create long-term industrial employment, support sustainable forestry supply chains, and position the site as a clean-energy anchor in one of Canada’s key forestry regions.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyDelistings and Listing ChangesPrivate Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Advances First Commercial Projects and Secures Frankfurt Listing as It Enters 2026
Positive
Dec 31, 2025

CHAR Technologies has capped 2025 by advancing multiple commercial-scale clean energy projects and securing a listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under ticker 68K, widening its access to European retail and institutional investors and enhancing trading visibility as it courts opportunities on the continent. Operationally, the company is set to begin commissioning its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility in January 2026 with initial biocarbon output of 5,000 tonnes per year, while progressing a second phase focused on renewable natural gas, reviewing data from its PFAS destruction demonstration in Baltimore to support future commercial deployments, and targeting a 2026 construction start at its Lake Nipigon project, where biomass is already being stockpiled. CHAR also deepened its strategic partnership with The BMI Group, which completed a $2 million equity investment and approximately $8 million toward Thorold, and the partners are now expanding collaboration to an Espanola clean-energy initiative, underscoring CHAR’s transition from development to commercial operations and its positioning as an emerging player in decarbonization and waste-to-energy infrastructure.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
CHAR Technologies Advances Thorold Biocarbon Plant and Hires European IR Firm
Positive
Dec 24, 2025

CHAR Technologies reported construction progress at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility in Ontario, with recent delivery and ongoing installation of key systems including the kiln’s thermal management unit, biochar cooling conveyors, a cooling system, dust collection equipment and a specialty air-lock conveyor as the project moves toward its first phase of commercial biocarbon production. In tandem, the company has hired Germany-focused Apaton Finance GmbH for a 10-week, EUR 46,000 investor relations mandate to boost market awareness through multilingual digital content and distribution, aiming to broaden its European investor base and enhance visibility as it builds out its low-carbon energy infrastructure.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Reprices Fully Subscribed Private Placement
Positive
Dec 16, 2025

CHAR Technologies has announced a repricing of its previously announced private placement, now offering up to 4,550,000 units at $CDN 0.22 per unit, aiming to raise approximately $CDN 1 million. The decision follows a positive market response to a recent government grant. The offering remains fully subscribed with institutional investors, and the proceeds will support the company’s project pipeline and capital advisory services, enhancing its position in the sustainable energy sector.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Closes Fully Subscribed $1 Million Private Placement
Positive
Dec 12, 2025

CHAR Technologies Ltd. has successfully closed the order book on its non-brokered private placement, raising $1 million CAD through the sale of 5,000,000 units. The proceeds will be used for general working capital, ongoing project development, and investor relations services. This move is expected to support the company’s project pipeline and strengthen its position in the sustainable energy sector.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Announces C$1M Private Placement to Boost Sustainable Energy Projects
Positive
Dec 11, 2025

CHAR Technologies Ltd. announced a non-brokered private placement of up to 5,000,000 units at CDN$0.20 per unit, aiming to raise CDN$1,000,000. The proceeds will support general working capital, project development, and investor relations services, enhancing CHAR’s project pipeline and market positioning in sustainable energy solutions.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
CHAR Technologies Secures $2.25 Million Grant to Boost Biocarbon Pellet Production
Positive
Dec 10, 2025

CHAR Technologies Ltd. has been awarded a $2.25 million grant from the Ontario government to support the commercialization of biocarbon pellets at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility. This funding will enhance the production capabilities of biocarbon pellets, which serve as a renewable alternative to fossil carbon in steelmaking and other industrial applications. The investment not only strengthens the market for forest biomass and supports local jobs but also positions CHAR Tech to expand its market reach to European countries, aligning with the increasing demand for low-carbon industrial fuels.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyProduct-Related Announcements
CHAR Technologies Advances Thorold Facility with Kiln Installation
Positive
Dec 4, 2025

CHAR Technologies Ltd. has announced the commencement of kiln installation at its Thorold Renewable Energy Facility, marking a significant milestone in the construction of Phase 1. This phase aims to convert 35,000 tonnes of wood waste annually into over 5,000 tonnes of biocarbon, primarily for use by ArcelorMittal Dofasco under an existing agreement. The project is on schedule for commercial biocarbon production by January 2026. Following Phase 1, CHAR plans to double production capacity and enhance its facility with additional equipment to produce Renewable Natural Gas, with full-scale operations expected in 2026.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:YES) stock is a Buy with a C$0.55 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on CHAR Technologies stock, see the TSE:YES Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Mar 03, 2026