Sunnova Energy Faces Financial Crisis as Stock Plummets Over 60%
The solar power company warns of 'substantial doubt' about its ability to continue operations beyond 2025 due to cash flow challenges and rising costs.
- Sunnova Energy International's stock fell over 60% to an all-time low after issuing a 'going concern' warning in its Q4 earnings report.
- The company reported a 13% year-over-year decline in 2024 solar energy system revenue to $298.4 million, driven by reduced inventory sales.
- Operating expenses rose 11% to $1.08 billion, exacerbating Sunnova's liquidity issues and raising questions about its financial stability.
- Sunnova secured a $185 million three-year loan at a steep 15% interest rate to address its cash flow shortfall but withdrew its financial guidance for 2025.
- The company is implementing cost-cutting measures, raising prices, and leveraging federal tax credits to stabilize operations and improve its financial outlook.