Nextpower posts record Q2 and raises FY2027 outlook

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What changed

Compared with the prior quarter, Nextpower closed the Zimmermann acquisition, increased the non-tracker mix to 22% of revenue, announced a 1.1 GW inverter framework agreement and shipped its first branded power-conversion system. The supplied analysis also describes higher FY2027 guidance and a $40 million U.S. manufacturing investment.

Guidance delta

Management raised FY2027 revenue, adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow guidance; the supplied analysis does not provide the prior and revised ranges in this field.

Key takeaways

• Revenue exceeded $1.1 billion and adjusted EBITDA reached $250 million in Q2 FY2027.
• Backlog surpassed $6 billion, while non-tracker businesses reached 22% of revenue.
• The Zimmermann acquisition expanded the European footprint and product portfolio.
• Management cited a 1.1 GW inverter framework agreement and the first shipment of a branded power-conversion system.

Management priorities

• Scale U.S. inverter manufacturing toward 10 GW of capacity by 2027.
• Expand eBOS, foundations, storage and power-conversion offerings.
• Use Zimmermann’s portfolio to pursue cross-selling in Europe.
• Detail strategy and outlook at the November 16 Capital Markets Day.