Ballard Power Systems (BLDP) Stock Overview
Engages in the design, development, manufacture, sale, and service of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell products. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Community ContributorUS$3.87FV • 1.0% overvalued intrinsic discount
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CA$4.63 |
| 52 Week High | CA$5.75 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$1.63 |
| Beta | 1.54 |
| 1 Month Change | 38.21% |
| 3 Month Change | 45.14% |
| 1 Year Change | 172.35% |
| 3 Year Change | -20.45% |
| 5 Year Change | -74.80% |
| Change since IPO | 177.80% |
Recent News & Updates
BLDP: Limited Order Book And Backlog Will Constrain Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Ballard Power Systems higher, with the updated fair value estimate rising from about CA$1.47 to roughly CA$2.00. They factor in improved recent cash flow trends, stronger second half gross margins and new contract activity, while still using a slightly lower discount rate and a higher future P/E multiple.
BLDP: Bus Contracts And Cash Flow Progress Will Shape Balanced 2026 Outlook
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their blended price targets on Ballard Power Systems, with fair value estimates shifting toward CA$3.56 as they factor in recent positive cash flow, improved gross margins, new contract wins in the bus segment, and the removal of several near term risk factors through restructuring and cost cuts. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power Systems has shifted toward a more balanced, and in some cases constructive, stance as analysts react to company specific developments rather than broad sector trends.BLDP: Limited Order Book And Backlog Will Challenge Overvalued Shares
Analysts have inched their fair value estimate for Ballard Power Systems higher to CA$1.47 from CA$1.46, reflecting recent price target increases such as BMO Capital's move to CA$1.70, as well as ongoing reassessments of growth, margins and future P/E assumptions following progress on cash flow and order visibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power highlights a mix of cautious and more constructive views, with analysts weighing improving operational data against questions on growth and execution.Recent updates
BLDP: Limited Order Book And Backlog Will Constrain Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Ballard Power Systems higher, with the updated fair value estimate rising from about CA$1.47 to roughly CA$2.00. They factor in improved recent cash flow trends, stronger second half gross margins and new contract activity, while still using a slightly lower discount rate and a higher future P/E multiple.BLDP: Bus Contracts And Cash Flow Progress Will Shape Balanced 2026 Outlook
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their blended price targets on Ballard Power Systems, with fair value estimates shifting toward CA$3.56 as they factor in recent positive cash flow, improved gross margins, new contract wins in the bus segment, and the removal of several near term risk factors through restructuring and cost cuts. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power Systems has shifted toward a more balanced, and in some cases constructive, stance as analysts react to company specific developments rather than broad sector trends.BLDP: Limited Order Book And Backlog Will Challenge Overvalued Shares
Analysts have inched their fair value estimate for Ballard Power Systems higher to CA$1.47 from CA$1.46, reflecting recent price target increases such as BMO Capital's move to CA$1.70, as well as ongoing reassessments of growth, margins and future P/E assumptions following progress on cash flow and order visibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power highlights a mix of cautious and more constructive views, with analysts weighing improving operational data against questions on growth and execution.
BLDP: Narrower Transit Focus Will Likely Restrain Overvaluation-Driven Optimism
Narrative Update: Ballard Power Systems Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Ballard Power Systems from approximately CA$1.75 to around CA$2.30. This reflects updated views on the company’s discount rate, profit margin assumptions and future P/E, alongside a recent move to a Hold rating that points to a more balanced risk and reward profile after restructuring and a sharper focus on European and U.S. transit markets.BLDP: Restructuring And Market Refocus Will Test Overvalued Shares
Analysts lifted their price target on Ballard Power Systems to CA$2.50 from CA$2.00, citing the company's restructuring, spending cuts, exit from China and Texas, and tighter focus on European and U.S. transit markets as reasons for seeing a more balanced risk and reward profile. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power Systems points to a more balanced view, with some improvement in sentiment but still a clear layer of caution around execution, growth prospects, and valuation risk.Little Excitement Around Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSE:BLDP) Revenues As Shares Take 28% Pounding
Feb 06
BLDP: Softer Orders And Backlog Will Likely Restrain Reset-Driven Optimism
Narrative Update Analysts have raised their blended price target for Ballard Power Systems toward the mid single dollar range, citing restructuring progress, spending cuts, a shift toward European and U.S. transit markets, and recent quarters with better revenue and gross margin outcomes. At the same time, they continue to flag order softness and limited visibility on longer term growth.BLDP: Softer Backlog And Bookings Will Likely Limit Margin-Driven Optimism
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Ballard Power Systems has been raised, with recent research citing improved gross margins in Q3, restructuring and spending cuts, exits from China and Texas, and a tighter focus on European and U.S. transit markets as key reasons for a more balanced risk/reward view. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Ballard Power Systems highlights a mix of improving fundamentals and ongoing execution questions, which is feeding into a more balanced view on the stock.BLDP: Softer Backlog And Bookings Will Likely Outweigh Margin Surprise
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Ballard Power Systems into a roughly US$2.50 to US$3.40 range from prior levels around US$1.00 to US$2.00, citing better than expected Q3 revenue and gross margins, early signs of improved margin potential, and a more constructive clean tech backdrop, while they continue to wait for clearer growth visibility and order trends. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Ballard Power Systems clusters around higher price targets within a relatively tight band, but views still split between cautious and more constructive outlooks on execution and growth.BLDP: Softer Order Backlog Will Likely Outweigh Near-Term Margin Surprise
Analysts have modestly raised their price targets on Ballard Power Systems into the roughly $2.50 to $3.40 per share range, up from prior levels closer to $1.00 to $2.00. They cite stronger than expected margins, improving long term sector dynamics, and early benefits from management's strategic actions, even as they await clearer visibility on sustained growth and backlog recovery.Little Excitement Around Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSE:BLDP) Revenues As Shares Take 25% Pounding
Dec 04BLDP: Weak Order Backlog Will Likely Offset Margin Improvements Ahead
Analysts have lifted their price target on Ballard Power Systems to a range of approximately $2.50 to $3.40 from prior levels near $1 to $2 per share, citing stronger than expected Q3 revenue and gross margins, improving 2026 margin prospects, and a more supportive clean tech cycle, even as they await clearer visibility on long term growth and order momentum. Analyst Commentary Research coverage on Ballard Power Systems has shifted toward a more constructive stance, with several firms lifting their price targets while largely maintaining cautious ratings.BLDP: Order Backlog Declines Will Likely Pressure Revenue And Margins Ahead
Ballard Power Systems' average analyst price target has been raised significantly, with updated targets now ranging from $2.50 to $3.40. Analysts cite better-than-expected revenue and margin performance, despite concerns over backlog and future growth visibility.BLDP: Prolonged Hydrogen Market Downturn Will Challenge Cash Flow Path Into 2027
Analysts have increased their price target for Ballard Power Systems from $1.78 to $1.78, citing optimism about sector conditions and improved growth expectations. This outlook is counterbalanced by ongoing market challenges.Analyst Commentary Highlights Shifting Outlook and Modest Valuation Upside for Ballard Power Systems
The consensus analyst price target for Ballard Power Systems has increased from $1.62 to $1.78 per share. Analysts cite a healthier sector outlook, improved policy environment, and the company's ongoing restructuring efforts as key factors supporting the modestly higher valuation.Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Stock Rockets 26% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Sep 18Overvaluation And Policy Tailwinds Will Reshape Hydrogen Mobility
Despite ongoing restructuring under new leadership and a strong cash position to weather hydrogen market headwinds, continued uncertainty and execution risks have prompted analysts to maintain a cautious outlook, leaving Ballard Power Systems’ consensus price target unchanged at CA$1.62. Analyst Commentary Ballard Power is undertaking a restructuring under new leadership with the goal to achieve profitability and be cash flow positive by the end of 2027.Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSE:BLDP) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 25%
Jul 02Improved Revenues Required Before Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Stock's 25% Jump Looks Justified
May 18Analyst Estimates: Here's What Brokers Think Of Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) After Its First-Quarter Report
May 09
Record Orders And Cost Cuts Will Strengthen Bus And Rail
Strategic focus on stable markets and restructuring initiatives are poised to enhance margins and improve financial stability over time.Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Just Reported And Analysts Have Been Cutting Their Estimates
Mar 17It's Down 28% But Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Could Be Riskier Than It Looks
Feb 02We're Not Very Worried About Ballard Power Systems' (TSE:BLDP) Cash Burn Rate
Jan 14Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Looks Just Right With A 28% Price Jump
Dec 10We're Hopeful That Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Will Use Its Cash Wisely
Sep 09Shareholders Should Be Pleased With Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSE:BLDP) Price
Aug 09Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP)
Apr 16Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Is In A Good Position To Deliver On Growth Plans
Mar 01Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Is In A Good Position To Deliver On Growth Plans
Nov 14Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Is In A Good Position To Deliver On Growth Plans
Aug 12Time To Worry? Analysts Just Downgraded Their Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Outlook
Mar 22We're Hopeful That Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Will Use Its Cash Wisely
Dec 21Some Analysts Just Cut Their Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Estimates
Nov 16Here's Why We're Not Too Worried About Ballard Power Systems' (TSE:BLDP) Cash Burn Situation
Sep 20News Flash: 21 Analysts Think Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSE:BLDP) Earnings Are Under Threat
Aug 16Companies Like Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth
May 22Companies Like Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth
Feb 12Companies Like Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Are In A Position To Invest In Growth
Oct 26We Think Ballard Power Systems (TSE:BLDP) Can Afford To Drive Business Growth
Jul 13Shareholder Returns
| BLDP | CA Electrical | CA Market | |
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| 7D | 0.2% | -0.1% | -1.7% |
| 1Y | 172.4% | 170.3% | 33.8% |
Return vs Industry: BLDP exceeded the Canadian Electrical industry which returned 170.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: BLDP exceeded the Canadian Market which returned 33.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| BLDP volatility | |
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| BLDP Average Weekly Movement | 9.9% |
| Electrical Industry Average Movement | 10.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 10.8% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 18.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.9% |
Stable Share Price: BLDP has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: BLDP's weekly volatility (10%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1979 | 492 | Marty Neese | www.ballard.com |
Ballard Power Systems Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, sale, and service of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell products. The company offers products for various applications focusing on power products for bus, truck, rail, marine, stationary, and emerging market, such as material handling, off-road, and other applications. It also engages in the delivery of services, including technology solutions, after sales services, and training, as well as offers engineering and technology transfer services.
Ballard Power Systems Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| BLDP fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$1.36b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -CA$123.75m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$135.26m |
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P/S Ratio-11.3x
P/E RatioIs BLDP overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| BLDP income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$99.37m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$93.91m |
| Gross Profit | US$5.46m |
| Other Expenses | US$96.38m |
| Earnings | -US$90.91m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 05, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.30 |
| Gross Margin | 5.50% |
| Net Profit Margin | -91.49% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did BLDP perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 22:04 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Ballard Power Systems Inc. is covered by 28 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| MacMurray Whale | ATB Cormark |
| NEIL BEVERIDGE | Bernstein |
| Ameet Thakkar | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |