Mar 31

Hallador Energy Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Hallador Energy returned to top-line growth and posted strong earnings as it capitalized on higher electric sales and improved dispatch volumes.

Key Takeaways

Hallador Energy reported $117.8 million in revenue for Q1 2025, driven by a significant increase in electric sales. Net income reached $10 million and Adjusted EBITDA nearly tripled year-over-year, reflecting the company’s successful transition toward a vertically integrated IPP model.

Total revenue rose 6% YoY to $117.8 million, led by electric sales.

Net income improved to $10 million, from a loss of $1.7 million a year ago.

Adjusted EBITDA climbed to $19.3 million, nearly triple from Q1 2024.

Operating cash flow doubled YoY to $38.4 million, supporting debt repayment.

Total Revenue
$118M
Previous year: $110M
+7.4%
EPS
$0.23
Previous year: -$0.05
-560.0%
Adjusted EBITDA
$19.3M
Previous year: $6.82M
+183.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$6.89M
Previous year: $6.37M
+8.1%
Free Cash Flow
$38.4M
Previous year: $1.5M
+2469.8%
Total Assets
$366M
Previous year: $585M
-37.5%

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Forward Guidance

Hallador expects continued growth in its power generation business and remains focused on securing a strategic agreement with a major data center partner.

Positive Outlook

  • Expects sustained momentum in electric sales.
  • Contracted revenue backlog exceeds $1.4B through 2029.
  • Significant debt reduction from $44M to $23M during the quarter.
  • Potential long-term partnership with global data center developer.
  • Robust liquidity of $69M at quarter-end.

Challenges Ahead

  • Coal sales remain below prior-year levels.
  • High capital expenditures at $11.7M.
  • Negotiations with data center partner may extend beyond exclusivity.
  • Cost of purchased power increased significantly YoY.
  • Regulatory and market volatility remain a concern for long-term planning.