PLUGIndustrials · Electrical Equipment & PartsThe 19 Wall Street analysts covering Plug Power, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $4 — +174.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 42 of 100 as at 3 Nov 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Plug Power, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Accruals (97): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.
Issuance (17): The company has been issuing shares or taking on financing, diluting existing holders.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on PLUG, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +174.0% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 2 moved their price target up and 2 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | $2.50 → $1.75 |
| 29 Sept 2026 | HC Wainwright & Co. | Reiterates | Buy | — |
| 29 Sept 2026 | HC Wainwright & Co. | Reiterates | Buy | $7.00 |
| 12 Aug 2026 | Roth Capital | Reiterates | Buy | — |
| 12 Aug 2026 | Roth Capital | Reiterates | Buy | $3.50 → $5.00 |
| 11 Aug 2026 | HC Wainwright & Co. | Reiterates | Buy | $7.00 |
| 11 Aug 2026 | HC Wainwright & Co. | Reiterates | Buy | — |
| 10 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | $3.75 → $2.50 |
| 10 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 9 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 9 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Underweight | $1.50 → $1.65 |
| 19 May 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 13 May 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 12 May 2026 | B. Riley Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 12 May 2026 | BMO Capital | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 12 May 2026 | Canaccord Genuity | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 12 May 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Clear Street | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 9 Apr 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 9 Mar 2026 | Jefferies | Maintains | Hold | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 4 Nov 2026, Plug Power, Inc. returned −42.1% against +12.9% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 83% of US stocks
Cheaper than 46% of US stocks
Cheaper than 29% of US stocks
Cheaper than 81% of US stocks
Higher than 33% of US stocks
Higher than 40% of US stocks
Higher than 4% of US stocks
Higher than 20% of US stocks
Higher than 2% of US stocks
Higher than 10% of US stocks
Higher than 25% of US stocks
Higher than 1% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.
Plug Power, Inc. has a market value of $1.8B and an enterprise value of $2.7B.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $744.1M. The latest quarter grew 2.5% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: −$1.7B, a −229.0% net margin.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: −$560.5M.
Trailing P/E: −0.9×; forward P/E: −8.8× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.
Forward dividend yield: 0.00%, paying out 0% of earnings.
Plug Power, Inc. employs 2,344 people — $317K of revenue per employee.
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Zacks Investment Research previews Plug Power’s quarter ended September 2026, focusing on expected performance and key metrics beyond standard revenue and earnings estimates.
Why it matters — The preview highlights projections that PLUG watchers may use to assess expectations for the upcoming quarterly results.
Plug Power shares climbed to $1.58 in extended trading as clean energy companies rebounded after the US midterm elections. The stock is more than 20% above its year-to-date low, with investors awaiting the company's upcoming earnings report.
Why it matters — The rebound and approaching earnings report are developments PLUG watchers may follow.
Plug Power grew sales at a brisk pace from 2015 to 2025, while cash flow from operations remained consistently negative. The Motley Fool headline frames positive operating progress alongside a key financial concern.
Why it matters — PLUG watchers may weigh the company’s sales growth against its ongoing negative operating cash flow.
Plug Power closed the most recent trading day at $1.32, down 3.3% from the previous trading session, according to the excerpt.
Why it matters — The session decline is relevant to PLUG watchers tracking the stock’s recent trading performance.
Zacks Investment Research says Plug Power lacks the combination of two key factors associated with a likely earnings beat ahead of its upcoming report. The headline notes the company may report negative earnings.
Why it matters — The item highlights expectations for PLUG's upcoming earnings release, which may be relevant to investors tracking the company's results.
The 19 Wall Street analysts covering Plug Power, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $4, with estimates ranging from $0.75 to $7. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 19 analysts covering Plug Power, Inc., 5 rate it a Buy, 11 a Hold and 3 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Plug Power, Inc. 42 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 3 Nov 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 3 Nov 2026, Plug Power, Inc. ranks 42 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (97 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 19 analysts implies +174.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Plug Power, Inc. 42 out of 100 as at 3 Nov 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Plug Power, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for PLUG are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $0.75 to $7 over the next 12 months.
Plug Power, Inc. returned -42.1% over the 12 months to 4 Nov 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Plug Power Inc. is an American hydrogen and fuel cell technology company focused on building end-to-end clean energy systems for industrial and commercial use.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 4 Nov 2026): "Seeking Clues to Plug Power (PLUG) Q3 Earnings? A Peek Into Wall Street Projections for Key Metrics". Zacks Investment Research previews Plug Power’s quarter ended September 2026, focusing on expected performance and key metrics beyond standard revenue and earnings estimates.
Plug Power Inc. is an American hydrogen and fuel cell technology company focused on building end-to-end clean energy systems for industrial and commercial use. The company develops fuel cell solutions for material handling equipment, electrolyzers for on-site hydrogen production, fueling infrastructure, liquid hydrogen systems, and stationary power applications. Its products and services support logistics, warehouse operations, e-mobility, backup power, and other industrial environments where reliable low-emission energy is required. Plug Power also provides integrated offerings that combine equipment, hydrogen supply, installation, and maintenance, helping customers manage hydrogen-based operations across production, storage, delivery, and power generation. Headquartered in Latham, New York, Plug Power plays a significant role in the hydrogen market by supplying technologies that connect hydrogen production with practical applications in transportation, industry, and energy infrastructure.
CEO Mr. Jose Luis Crespo · 2,344 employees · United States · https://www.plugpower.com
