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Card-issuing platform Marqeta is teaming up with Banking Circle to expand in Europe, according to a Tuesday (May 26) press release.

The collaboration is designed to bring Marqeta’s account and money movement tools to 30 new European countries, the release said.

“Europe represents one of our most important growth markets, and bringing these tools to multinational and regional businesses enables them to build the innovative payment experiences that are crucial to their success,” Interim Chief Product Officer Anthony Peculic said in the release. “By providing a single platform for card issuing, account and money movement, and program management, we’re enabling our customers to launch and scale the card programs their customers rely on with greater simplicity, flexibility and efficiency.”

The expanded offering is designed to help European businesses enhance their card programs through embedded virtual accounts and multi-rail payment capabilities to create more personalized experiences and greater customer engagement, according to the release.

The expansion comes as the company sees “strong momentum” in Europe, highlighted by an eight-fold growth in total processing volume (TPV) for its European card programs from 2022 to 2025, along with its acquisition of TransactPay last year, the release said.

The company earlier this month reported earnings that showed first-quarter TPV growth of 33% year over year to $112 billion, with lending and buy now, pay later activity remaining among Marqeta’s fastest-growing categories.

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Meanwhile, the PYMNTS Intelligence data brief “FinTechs Tap Embedded Payments to Deepen Customer Relationships,” a collaboration with Marqeta, found that FinTechs are increasingly offering at least one embedded finance feature.

Widespread adoption reflects confidence in the model, but it also exposes companies to a new set of operational and risk-related pressures that become more pronounced as capabilities multiply.

“Nearly 9 in 10 FinTechs use embedded finance to improve customer experiences, while 60% say it enhances trust with users,” PYMNTS reported March 3, based on the brief.

More than half reported reduced churn or higher revenues, and a similar share cited operational efficiencies.

“Embedded payments often serve as an entry point, anchoring broader financial relationships that include lending, payouts and wallets,” the report said. “In that role, embedded finance can act as a stabilizing force for customers, supporting continued spending and access to credit within familiar digital environments.”

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OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marqeta, Inc. (NASDAQ: MQ), the modern card issuing platform, today released its 2026 State of Credit Report. Based on a survey of 4,000 consumers and 1,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the US and UK, the report reveals that static, single-product credit programs no longer match how consumers and businesses actually manage their finances, creating a significant opportunity for providers who build for the full credit journey.

A Patchwork of Credit Providers

Consumers and SMBs are using multiple products across different providers, and switching between them based on specific needs for each purchase rather than dissatisfaction with the product itself.

66% of consumers surveyed own a credit card, and 57% of those carry more than one, a figure that rises to 64% among US consumers and 50% among UK consumers surveyed. 85% of consumers surveyed consider multiple factors before deciding which payment method to use for a given transaction, and 59% have used both debit and credit within the past 90 days, switching based on purchase type, current financial situation, or preference. 96% of SMBs are intentional about which payment method they use for a given transaction, switching between them three to 10 times per month. BNPL and Flexible Credentials Gain Momentum

BNPL is complementing credit, not replacing it. 79% of BNPL users continue to use it even when they have credit card access, and among consumers without a credit card, 23% turn to BNPL when they can't pay in full, using it to finance purchases without taking on revolving debt. The demand for flexibility is also showing up in the appetite for flexible credentials: single cards that can switch between debit, credit, and BNPL at the point of purchase.

48% of consumers aged 18-44 surveyed express interest in flexible credentials, rising to 71% among consumers who already carry multiple cards. Among consumers interested in flexible credentials, 67% of respondents say it would replace their current debit card and 71% their current credit card, suggesting consumers see it as a replacement for the cards they already carry, not just another product to add to their wallet. Among SMBs surveyed that are planning to apply for a credit card in the next 12 months, 82% are interested in flexible credentials and 89% cite interest in flexible repayment terms. “Credit is no longer a single product consumers and SMBs either have or don’t have. It’s become a portfolio of tools they are assembling themselves, often from multiple providers, because most providers don’t offer the full range of products they need,” said Todd Pollak, Chief Revenue Officer, Marqeta. “Marqeta enables our customers to meet this challenge head-on, offering credit, debit, and flexible credentials from a single platform – reducing friction, protecting the brand experience, and serving consumers and SMBs throughout their credit journey.”

Keeping Customers Through Credit Transitions

Customers move between credit products for many reasons: a denied application, an improved credit score, a business crossing a revenue threshold, a change in life circumstances. The report finds that most providers aren't prepared to keep customers during these transitions, but there are new flexible product offerings that can help keep customers when their credit needs change.

63% of denied credit card applicants surveyed were never offered an alternative product, even though 60% would have been interested in a product that helps them build credit. 76% of denied credit card applicants surveyed would undergo a credit check to upgrade to revolving credit when their profile is ready. Additionally, co-brand debit with BNPL serves a second underserved group: consumers who want a branded product but can’t or don’t want to engage with traditional revolving credit.

33% of consumers surveyed express interest in co-brand debit cards, rising to 41% among consumers aged 18-44. When BNPL is paired with the right incentive package, 65% of previously neutral and 35% of previously uninterested consumers move into consideration. Non-Bank Providers Have an Opening

The report shows growing comfort and trust in non-bank providers, clearing the way for them to compete directly for credit customers.

53% of consumers surveyed trust established fintechs for financial services, 47% trust large retailers, 45% trust BNPL providers, and 33% trust technology platforms. 66% of SMBs surveyed are comfortable using financial services from non-banks, rising to 83% among SMBs planning to apply for a credit card in the next 12 months. Consumers interested in flexible credentials are more comfortable with non-banks (52%) than those who aren’t interested (25%), demonstrating the highest-demand segment is also the most open to alternative providers. “The biggest gap in SMB financial services isn't product availability. It's that most products don't evolve as the business does,” continued Pollak. “SMBs outgrow their first credit card as their business evolves and expands, meaning suddenly the tools they have don't fit anymore. That's the problem Marqeta is focused on solving. We give platforms the infrastructure to meet SMBs where they are, and grow with them from there."

Marqeta's platform powers credit, debit and flexible credentials from a single instance, enabling real-time underwriting decisions designed to help reduce unnecessary declines and protect brand relationships. From co-brand programs and credit builder products to the graduation paths between them, Marqeta is designed to give issuers the tools to grow with customers as their credit needs evolve.

About the research

Marqeta’s 2026 State of Credit Report was conducted on behalf of Marqeta in Q1 2026. Marqeta surveyed 4,000 consumers and 1,000 small and medium-sized businesses across the United States and United Kingdom. The report also covers graduation path design, alternative underwriting data, the personal-business credit blur among SMBs, and what the research ultimately means for providers launching new credit programs. Download the full report here.

About Marqeta

Marqeta makes it possible for companies to build and embed financial services into their branded experience—and unlock new ways to grow their business and delight users. The Marqeta platform puts businesses in control of building financial solutions, enabling them to turn real-time data into personalized, optimized solutions for everything from consumer loyalty to capital efficiency. With compliance and security built-in, Marqeta’s platform has been proven at scale, processing nearly $400 billion in annual payments volume in 2025. Marqeta is certified to operate in more than 40 countries worldwide. Visit www.marqeta.com to learn more.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements expressed or implied in this press release include, but are not limited to, quotations and statements relating to changing consumer preferences; increasing consumer adoption of certain digital payment methods, products, and solutions; which payment, banking, and financial services products and solutions may succeed; technological and market trends; Marqeta’s business; Marqeta’s products and services; and statements made by Marqeta’s senior leadership. Actual results may differ materially from the expectations contained in these statements due to risks and uncertainties, including those risks and uncertainties included in the “Risk Factors” disclosed in Marqeta’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, as may be updated from time to time in Marqeta’s periodic filings with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov and Marqeta’s website at http://investors.marqeta.com. Marqeta disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (NASDAQ: SABR) will host a live webcast of its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call on May 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Management will discuss the financial results, as well as comment on the forward outlook. The webcast is expected to last approximately one hour and will be accessible by visiting the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website at investors.sabre.com. A replay of the event will be available on the website for at least 90 days following the event.

About Sabre

Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world's largest travel data clouds. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Sabre is built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture and serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. For more information visit www.sabre.com. 

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We routinely post important information for investors on the Investor Relations section of our website, investors.sabre.com, on our LinkedIn account, and on our X account, @Sabre_Corp. We intend to use the Investor Relations section of our website, our LinkedIn account, and our X account as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Investor Relations section of our website, our LinkedIn account, and our X account, in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, our website, our LinkedIn account, or our X account is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (NASDAQ: SABR) today announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. Sabre has posted its first quarter 2026 earnings release and earnings presentation to its Investor Relations webpage at investors.sabre.com/financial-information/quarterly results. The earnings release is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov.

As previously announced, Sabre will host a live webcast of its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call today at 9:00 a.m. ET. Management will discuss the financial results, as well as comment on the forward outlook. The webcast is expected to last approximately one hour and will be accessible by visiting the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website at investors.sabre.com.

A replay of the event will be available on the website for at least 90 days following the event.

About Sabre 
Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world's largest travel data clouds. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Sabre is built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture and serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. For more information visit www.sabre.com.

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Sabre routinely posts important information for investors on the Investor Relations section of its website, investors.sabre.com, on its LinkedIn account, and on its X account, @Sabre_Corp. The Company intends to use the Investor Relations section of its website, its LinkedIn account, and its X account as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website, its LinkedIn account and its X account, in addition to following its press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, Sabre's website, its LinkedIn account or its X account is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.

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Key Takeaways SABR posted Q1 adjusted EPS of 6 cents, beating estimates for a 5 cent loss.Sabre revenues rose 8% to $760.3M on higher air bookings and favorable rates.SABR expects 2026 pro-forma revenue growth in the low-to-mid-single-digit range. Sabre Corporation (SABR - Free Report) shares were trading 22% higher during the pre-market session today after the company reported better-than-expected results for the first quarter of 2026. SABR reported adjusted earnings of 6 cents per share for the first quarter, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate was pegged at a loss of 5 cents. The bottom-line results also compared favorably with the year-ago quarter’s earnings of a penny.

Sabre reported revenues of $760.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $737.3 million. The figure rose 8% year over year on higher air bookings and increased rates.

Sabre’s Q1 in DetailMarketplace segment revenues rose 9% to $618 million, driven by an increase in transaction-based revenues, primarily due to a surge in distribution bookings and a favorable rate impact. The Airline Technology segment’s revenues grew 7% year over year to $142 million, driven primarily by revenues that were previously deferred being recognized.

Sabre reported normalized adjusted EBITDA of $169 million, which improved 21% from the year-ago quarter’s $140 million. It also surpassed management’s previous guidance of $130 million. The normalized adjusted EBITDA margin improved 230 basis points year over year to 22.2% in the first quarter of 2026.

Sabre’s Balance Sheet and Cash FlowSabre exited the March-end quarter with cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of $665 million compared with the previous quarter’s $910 million. At the end of the first quarter, the company had net debt (total debt, less cash and cash equivalents) of approximately $3.8 billion.

During the first quarter, the company used cash of $134.2 million for operating activities and had a negative free cash flow of $155.4 million.

Sabre Updates Guidance for FY26For 2026, Sabre now expects its pro-forma (which excludes the last year’s divested Hospitality Solutions business) revenues to grow in the low-to-mid-single-digit percentage range, instead of the earlier projection of a mid-single-digit percentage range. Pro-forma adjusted EBITDA is still projected to be approximately $585 million. The company still expects to end 2026 with a negative pro-forma free cash flow of approximately $70 million.

Sabre initiated guidance for the second quarter. SABR anticipates pro-forma revenue growth in the flat-to-nominal range. It expects pro-forma adjusted EBITDA to be around $130 million.

Sabre’s Zacks Rank and Stocks to ConsiderCurrently, SABR carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some better-ranked stocks worth considering in the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector are Micron Technology (MU - Free Report) , Broadcom (AVGO - Free Report) and NVIDIA (NVDA - Free Report) . Micron Technology sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present, while Broadcom and NVIDIA each carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Micron Technology’s fiscal 2026 earnings has been revised upward by a penny to $58.37 per share in the past 30 days, suggesting an increase of 604.1% from fiscal 2025’s reported figure. Micron Technology shares have surged 131.6% year to date (YTD).

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Broadcom’s fiscal 2026 earnings has moved northward by 9 cents to $11.45 per share over the past 30 days and calls for a year-over-year jump of 67.9%. Broadcom shares have soared 22.8% YTD.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for NVIDIA’s fiscal 2027 earnings has moved upward by 4 cents to $8.07 per share in the past 30 days, implying a year-over-year improvement of approximately 69.2%. NVIDIA shares have risen 11.1% YTD.

Sabre is rated a speculative buy, with Q1 '26 results showing EBITDA growth of 21% and Payment Suite revenue up 25%. SABR trades at roughly 8x EV/EBITDA, with a credible path to deleveraging if EBITDA continues to grow and interest expense declines. Constellation Software's 12.7% stake and board involvement provide strong external validation of SABR's strategic positioning.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre Corporation ("Sabre") (NASDAQ: SABR) today announced that Kurt Ekert, President and CEO, and Mike Randolfi, CFO, will be participating at an upcoming investor conference. Details for the event are as follows:

2026 Bank of America Technology, Media & Telecom Conference
Wednesday, June 10
Fireside chat at 10:40 a.m. ET A live webcast of the event will be available on Sabre's Investor Relations website at investors.sabre.com. A replay of the event will be available on the website shortly after the conclusion of each presentation and for at least 90 days following each event.

About Sabre 

Powering the agentic revolution in travel. Sabre is an AI-native technology leader, backed by one of the world's largest travel data clouds. With AI at its core and operating at unparalleled scale, Sabre transforms insights into innovation, empowering airlines, hoteliers, agencies and other partners to retail, distribute and fulfill travel worldwide. Sabre is built on an open, modular, cloud-native architecture and serves as the backbone for both established leaders and bold, new disruptors, guiding them to the next age of travel retailing through intelligent, connected, and personalized experiences. For more information visit www.sabre.com.

Website Information

Sabre routinely posts important information for investors on the Investor Relations section of its website, investors.sabre.com, on its LinkedIn account, and on its X account, @Sabre_Corp. The Company intends to use the Investor Relations section of its website, its LinkedIn account, and its X account as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Investor Relations section of Sabre's website, its LinkedIn account and its X account, in addition to following its press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, Sabre's website, its LinkedIn account or its X account is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.

To automatically receive Sabre financial news by email, please visit our Investor Relations website at investors.sabre.com and subscribe to Email Alerts.

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On April 13, 2026, Universal Display Corp OLED shares rose 3.4%, trading at $100.52. The stock has had a mixed performance recently, with a 52-week range between $86.43 and $163.21.

GF Value™ verdict: Current price at $100.52 is 37.1% below the GF Value™ estimate of $159.91. GF Score™: 87/100, indicating strong overall performance. Most notable signal: Financial Strength rated 9/10, reflecting a robust balance sheet. Is OLED Overvalued or Undervalued? The current price of Universal Display Corp OLED at $100.52 is significantly lower than the GF Value™ estimate of $159.91, suggesting that the stock is undervalued by approximately 37.1%. This margin of safety presents a compelling opportunity for those looking to invest in a company with strong fundamentals. The GF Valuation label indicates that OLED is significantly undervalued, which means that the stock could potentially appreciate as the market recognizes its intrinsic value.

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What This Means for Investors Based on the GF Value™ assessment, Universal Display Corp OLED appears to be undervalued at its current price of $100.52 compared to the intrinsic value estimate of $159.91. The significant undervaluation suggests a potential opportunity for long-term investment, provided that the company can maintain its strong fundamentals and navigate market challenges effectively.

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OLED's GF Score™ is 87/100, indicating a strong overall performance and potential for long-term returns.

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OLED's P/E (TTM) is 19.8x, which is significantly below its 5-year median P/E of 33.8x, indicating the stock is trading at a lower valuation compared to its historical levels.

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Universal Display Corp. (OLED - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year decline in earnings on lower revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended March 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on April 30. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis organic light-emitting diode technology company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.13 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -16.3%.

Revenues are expected to be $155.62 million, down 6.4% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 3.94% lower over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Universal Display?For Universal Display, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -7.76%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #5.

So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Universal Display will beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Universal Display would post earnings of $1.28 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.39, delivering a surprise of +8.59%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates three times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Universal Display doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

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EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in energy-efficient OLED technologies and materials, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

"We continue to see the OLED market as a compelling long-term growth opportunity, supported by expanding adoption, evolving architectures, and continued industry investment,” said Brian Millard, Chief Financial Officer of Universal Display Corporation. “While near-term market conditions have become more measured, we remain focused on execution and long-term value creation. That focus is supported by our deep and long-standing customer partnerships and continued innovation across our materials and technology platforms, which positions us well as the industry enters its next phase of growth, including Gen 8.6 capacity additions in Korea and China expected to come online this year. As this growth unfolds, OLED performance requirements continue to rise and architectures evolve, further increasing the importance of materials innovation. We continue to invest in our technology leadership, while leveraging our strong balance sheet and cash flow generation to support future growth and return capital to shareholders in a disciplined manner."

Financial Highlights for the First Quarter of 2026

Total revenue in the first quarter of 2026 was $142.2 million as compared to $166.3 million in the first quarter of 2025. Revenue from material sales was $83.7 million in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to $86.2 million in the first quarter of 2025. The decrease was primarily due to changes in customer mix and lower unit material volume. Revenue from royalty and license fees was $54.2 million in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to $73.6 million in the first quarter of 2025. The decrease was primarily the result of changes in customer mix and lower unit material volume. While customer mix can vary quarter to quarter, we expect the customer mix in subsequent periods of 2026 to have a more favorable impact on royalty and license fees as compared to the first quarter of the year. Cost of material sales was $33.0 million in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to $33.9 million in the first quarter of 2025. Total gross margin was 75% in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to 77% in the first quarter of 2025. Operating income was $42.8 million in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to $69.7 million in the first quarter of 2025. The effective income tax rate was 20.7% in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to 19.6% in the first quarter of 2025. Net income was $35.9 million or $0.76 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2026 as compared to $64.4 million or $1.35 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2025. Revenue Comparison

($ in thousands)

Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

Material sales

$

83,749

$

86,155

Royalty and license fees

54,210

73,569

Contract research services

4,252

6,553

Total revenue

$

142,211

$

166,277

Cost of Materials Comparison

($ in thousands)

Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

Material sales

$

83,749

$

86,155

Cost of material sales

33,017

33,949

Gross margin on material sales

50,732

52,206

Gross margin as a % of material sales

61

%

61

%

Revised 2026 Guidance

The Company now believes that its 2026 revenue will be in the range of $630 million to $670 million, down from prior guidance of $650 million to $700 million. The OLED industry remains at a stage where many variables can have a material impact on results, and the Company thus caveats its financial guidance accordingly.

Dividend

The Company also announced a second quarter 2026 cash dividend of $0.50 per share on the Company’s common stock. The cash dividend is payable on June 30, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 16, 2026.

Share Repurchases

The Company repurchased 632,673 shares of common stock for $66.4 million during the three months ended March 31, 2026. During the same period, and inclusive of such purchases, the Company completed the share repurchase program authorized in April 2025, repurchasing a total of 923,883 shares of its common stock for an aggregate purchase price of $100 million.

On April 28, 2026, the Company's Board of Directors authorized management to repurchase up to an additional $400 million of the Company's common stock.

Conference Call Information

In conjunction with this release, Universal Display will host a conference call on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed under the events page of the Company's Investor Relations website at ir.oled.com. Those wishing to participate in the live call should dial 1-877-524-8416 (toll-free) or 1-412-902-1028. Please dial in 5-10 minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time. An online archive of the webcast will be available within two hours of the conclusion of the call.

About Universal Display Corporation

Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) is a leader in the research, development and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for use in display and solid-state lighting applications. Founded in 1994 and with subsidiaries and offices around the world, the Company currently owns, exclusively licenses or has the sole right to sublicense more than 7,000 patents issued and pending worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology that can enable the development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and solid-state lighting. The Company also develops and offers high-quality, state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials that are recognized as key ingredients in the fabrication of OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions to its clients and partners through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training. To learn more about Universal Display Corporation, please visit https://oled.com/.

Universal Display Corporation and the Universal Display Corporation logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Display Corporation. All other Company, brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

All statements in this document that are not historical, such as those relating to the projected adoption, development and advancement of the Company’s technologies, and the Company’s expected results, as well as the growth of the OLED market and the Company’s opportunities in that market, are forward-looking financial statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements in this document, as they reflect Universal Display Corporation’s current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation’s periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the section entitled “Risk Factors” in Universal Display Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Universal Display Corporation disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this document.

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UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

  March 31, 2026

December 31, 2025

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

159,352

$

138,353

Short-term investments

357,056

464,004

Accounts receivable

93,629

119,953

Inventory

248,213

240,912

Other current assets

74,028

123,836

Total current assets

932,278

1,087,058

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, net of accumulated depreciation of $196,869 and $189,326

213,146

214,947

ACQUIRED TECHNOLOGY, net of accumulated amortization of $225,627 and $220,392

101,548

56,783

OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS, net of accumulated amortization of $13,622 and $13,269

3,666

4,019

GOODWILL

15,535

15,535

INVESTMENTS

419,673

377,034

DEFERRED INCOME TAXES

79,455

79,454

OTHER ASSETS

129,415

128,932

TOTAL ASSETS

$

1,894,716

$

1,963,762

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES:

Accounts payable

$

17,037

$

23,344

Accrued expenses

40,389

52,564

Deferred revenue

21,038

21,011

Other current liabilities

19,300

11,094

Total current liabilities

97,764

108,013

DEFERRED REVENUE

1,728

1,943

RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFIT LIABILITY

56,911

56,541

OTHER LIABILITIES

34,333

36,246

Total liabilities

190,736

202,743

SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:

Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 200,000 shares of Series A Nonconvertible Preferred Stock issued and outstanding (liquidation value of $7.50 per share or $1,500)

2

2

Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 49,039,974 and 48,916,606 shares issued, and 46,750,443 and 47,259,748 shares outstanding, at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively

490

489

Additional paid-in capital

745,385

744,692

Retained earnings

1,102,489

1,090,479

Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income

(2,567

)

781

Treasury stock, at cost (2,289,531 and 1,656,858 shares at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025)

(141,819

)

(75,424

)

Total shareholders’ equity

1,703,980

1,761,019

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

$

1,894,716

$

1,963,762

UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

  Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

REVENUE:

Material sales

$

83,749

$

86,155

Royalty and license fees

54,210

73,569

Contract research services

4,252

6,553

Total revenue

142,211

166,277

COST OF SALES

36,121

38,134

Gross margin

106,090

128,143

OPERATING EXPENSES:

Research and development

35,246

34,900

Selling, general and administrative

20,032

17,014

Amortization of acquired technology and other intangible assets

5,588

4,545

Patent costs

2,369

1,906

Royalty and license expense

104

114

Total operating expenses

63,339

58,479

OPERATING INCOME

42,751

69,664

Interest income, net

8,715

10,074

Other (loss) income, net

(6,173

)

378

Interest and other income, net

2,542

10,452

INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES

45,293

80,116

INCOME TAX EXPENSE

(9,397

)

(15,672

)

NET INCOME

$

35,896

$

64,444

NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:

BASIC

$

0.76

$

1.35

DILUTED

$

0.76

$

1.35

WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES USED IN COMPUTING NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:

BASIC

47,078,940

47,567,295

DILUTED

47,205,952

47,689,657

CASH DIVIDENDS DECLARED PER COMMON SHARE

$

0.50

$

0.45

UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands)

  Three Months Ended March 31,

2026

2025

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

Net income

$

35,896

$

64,444

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation

7,563

6,548

Amortization of intangibles

5,588

4,545

Investment losses (gains), net

2,086

(1,471

)

Impairment of minority investments

415

—

Stock-based compensation

7,554

7,076

Deferred income tax expense (benefit)

3

(3,091

)

Retirement plan expense, net of benefit payments

375

423

Decrease (increase) in assets:

Accounts receivable

26,324

(25,915

)

Inventory

(7,301

)

(14,460

)

Other current assets

39,808

400

Other assets

(483

)

(2,568

)

Increase (decrease) in liabilities:

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

(15,362

)

(13,408

)

Other current liabilities

8,291

16,867

Deferred revenue

(188

)

(8,491

)

Other liabilities

(1,693

)

(337

)

Net cash provided by operating activities

108,876

30,562

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

Purchases of property and equipment

(8,605

)

(13,059

)

Purchase of intangibles

(40,000

)

—

Purchases of investments

(116,009

)

(38,772

)

Proceeds from sale and maturity of investments

174,483

110,000

Net cash provided by investing activities

9,869

58,169

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

578

579

Repurchases of common stock

(67,119

)

—

Payment of withholding taxes related to stock-based compensation to employees

(7,738

)

(9,398

)

Cash dividends paid

(23,467

)

(21,419

)

Net cash used in financing activities

(97,746

)

(30,238

)

INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

20,999

58,493

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD

138,353

98,980

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD

$

159,352

$

157,473

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:

Unrealized (loss) gain on available-for-sale securities

$

(3,334

)

$

1,320

Common stock issued to Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board that was earned and accrued for in a previous period

300

300

Accrued dividends included in other current liabilities and other liabilities

419

124

Net change in accounts payable and accrued expenses related to purchases of property and equipment

2,843

5,487

Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds

38,376

2,266

Universal Display Corp. (OLED - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.76 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.13 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.35 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -32.59%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this organic light-emitting diode technology company would post earnings of $1.28 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.39, delivering a surprise of +8.59%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times.

Universal Display, which belongs to the Zacks Electronics - Miscellaneous Components industry, posted revenues of $142.21 million for the quarter ended March 2026, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.62%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $166.28 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates just once over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Universal Display shares have lost about 23.3% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 4.2%.

What's Next for Universal Display?While Universal Display has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Universal Display was unfavorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to underperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $1.13 on $164.29 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $4.82 on $675.4 million in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Electronics - Miscellaneous Components is currently in the top 34% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

One other stock from the same industry, Allient (ALNT - Free Report) , is yet to report results for the quarter ended March 2026.

This motion control product maker is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.55 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +19.6%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.

Allient's revenues are expected to be $139.83 million, up 5.3% from the year-ago quarter.

Universal Display Corporation (OLED) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Key Takeaways OLED Q1 EPS plunged 43.7% and revenues fell 14.5%, both missing expectations.Universal Display saw declines across materials, royalties and research revenue streams.OLED cut 2026 revenue outlook to $630M-$670M due to weak demand and macro pressures. Universal Display Corporation (OLED - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 earnings of 76 cents per share, down 43.7% year over year and missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.13 by 32.7%. Revenues of $142.2 million declined 14.5% year over year and missed the consensus mark of $156 million by 8.6%.

The downside was primarily driven by softer demand conditions, unfavorable customer mix and lower material volumes. Royalty and licensing revenues were notably pressured, reflecting mix shifts and reduced unit activity.

OLED Revenues Decline Across Key StreamsOLED generated total revenues of $142.2 million, down from $166.3 million in the year-ago quarter. The decline was broad-based across its major revenue components.

Material sales slipped 2.8% year over year to $83.7 million, reflecting lower unit volumes and customer mix changes. Meanwhile, royalty and license fees dropped sharply by 26.3% to $54.2 million, driven primarily by shifts in customer purchasing patterns and reduced licensing activity.

Contract research services revenues also declined to $4.3 million from $6.6 million in the prior-year quarter. The overall revenue mix reflected a material-to-license ratio of roughly 1.5:1 during the period, influenced by customer ordering patterns.

Universal Display Margins Contract on Mix, CostsGross margin narrowed to 75% from 77% in the year-ago quarter, reflecting higher input costs and unfavorable product mix. Cost of sales declined modestly to $36.1 million, but did not offset revenue pressure.

Operating expenses increased to $63.3 million from $58.5 million a year earlier, driven by higher selling, general and administrative expenses and increased amortization.

As a result, operating income declined significantly to $42.8 million from $69.7 million, with operating margin contracting to about 30% from roughly 42% in the prior-year period.

OLED Profitability Impacted by Non-Operating ItemsNet income fell to $35.9 million from $64.4 million in the prior-year quarter. The decline reflects lower operating income and unfavorable non-operating items.

The company reported non-operating losses driven by foreign exchange impacts and investment-related losses, including currency fluctuations tied to the Korean won and equity investment write-downs.

The effective tax rate for the quarter was approximately 20.7%, slightly higher than 19.6% in the prior-year period.

Universal Display Cash Flow and Capital AllocationUniversal Display generated a strong operating cash flow of $108.9 million during the quarter, up significantly from $30.6 million in the prior-year period.

The company ended the quarter with $159.4 million in cash and cash equivalents and substantial investment holdings, supporting its liquidity position.

 During the quarter, OLED repurchased approximately 632,673 shares for $66.4 million and completed its prior $100 million buyback authorization. It also declared a quarterly dividend of 50 cents per share and authorized a new $400 million share repurchase program, reflecting continued capital return priorities.

OLED Outlook Reflects Near-Term UncertaintyManagement highlighted a more challenging near-term demand environment, citing macroeconomic pressures, higher component costs and supply constraints affecting visibility across the consumer electronics value chain.

Given these conditions, the company lowered its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $630 million to $670 million from the prior $650 million to $700 million outlook.

 Despite near-term headwinds, OLED expects sequential improvement in the second quarter and a stronger second half of the year, supported by normalization in customer mix and ongoing OLED adoption across end markets.

OLED’s Zacks RankUpcoming ReleasesArista Networks Inc. (ANET - Free Report) is scheduled to release first-quarter 2026 earnings on May 5. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at 81 cents per share, suggesting growth of 24.6% from the year-ago reported figure.

Arista has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 17.9%. Arista delivered an average earnings surprise of 9% in the last four reported quarters.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM - Free Report) is slated to release first-quarter 2026 earnings on May 7. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $1.61 per share, indicating a 5.3% decline from the year-ago reported figure.

Akamai has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 7%. Akamai delivered an average earnings surprise of 9.4% in the last four reported quarters.

Pinterest, Inc. (PINS - Free Report) is set to release first-quarter 2026 earnings on May 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at 22 cents per share, implying a fall of 4.3% from the year-ago reported figure.

Pinterest has a long-term earnings growth expectation of 24.5%. Pinterest delivered an average negative earnings surprise of 3.6% in the last four reported quarters.

EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in energy-efficient OLED technologies and materials, today announced its participation in the following investor and industry conferences:

Investor Conference:

Bank of America Global Technology Conference 2026
Date: June 3, 2026
Location: San Francisco, CA
Company Representative: Brian Millard, Chief Financial Officer

Industry Conferences:

Society for Information Display (SID) Display Week 2026
Date: May 3-8, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Presenters: Multiple
Learn More: Universal Display Corporation to Present High-Efficiency Blue Paper and Showcase OLED Technology Advancements at SID Display Week 2026

University of Delaware Department of Chemistry Invited Seminar
Date: May 6, 2026
Location: Newark, DE
Presenter: Dr. Charles J. Stanton III, Senior R&D Manager of Chemistry Discovery Research
Presentation Title: Energizing the Next Wave of OLED Growth through Chemistry and Scientific Leadership

International Conference on Electroluminescence and Optoelectronic Devices (ICEL 2026)
Date: May 10, 2026
Location: Namur, Belgium
Presenter: Dr. Michael Fusella, Principal Research Scientist
Presentation Title: Plasmonic OLED: Enabling Next-Generation OLED Displays

Frontiers in Digital Chemistry
Date: June 10, 2026
Location: New York City, NY
Presenter: Dr. George Fitzgerald, Senior Director of Computational Chemistry
Presentation Title: From Algorithms to Illumination: Advancing OLEDs with Molecular Modeling and Machine Learning

TechBlick 2026
Date: June 11, 2026
Location: Mountain View, CA
Presenter: Dr. Mike Hack, Vice President of Business Development
Presentation Title: Universal Vapor Jet Printing (UVJP)—A Transformative Dry, Solvent-Free Printing and Deposition Technology

16th International Conference on Metamaterials, Photonic Crystals and Plasmonics (META 2026)
Date: July 15, 2026
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Presenter: Dr. Haridas Mundoor, Senior Research Scientist
Presentation Title: Plasmonically Powered Organic Light Emitting Devices for Advanced Display Applications

Gordon Research Conference: Heterocyclic Compounds
Date: June 17, 2026
Location: Newport, RI
Presenter: Dr. Alex Dyatkin, Principal Research Scientist
Presentation Title: Phosphorescent OLED Technology: Materials, Device Architectures, and Manufacturing

About Universal Display Corporation

Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) is a leader in the research, development and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for use in display and solid-state lighting applications. Founded in 1994 and with subsidiaries and offices around the world, the Company currently owns, exclusively licenses or has the sole right to sublicense more than 7,000 patents issued and pending worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology that can enable the development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and solid-state lighting. The Company also develops and offers high-quality, state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials that are recognized as key ingredients in the fabrication of OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions to its clients and partners through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training. To learn more about Universal Display Corporation, please visit https://oled.com/.

Universal Display Corporation and the Universal Display Corporation logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Display Corporation. All other Company, brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

All statements in this document that are not historical, such as those relating to the projected adoption, development and advancement of the Company’s technologies, and the Company’s expected results and future declaration of dividends, as well as the growth of the OLED market and the Company’s opportunities in that market, are forward-looking financial statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements in this document, as they reflect Universal Display Corporation’s current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation’s periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the section entitled “Risk Factors” in Universal Display Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Universal Display Corporation disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this document.

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On May 22, 2026, Universal Display Corp OLED shares rose 3.1% to $94.31. The stock has experienced a volatile year, with a 52-week range between $83.64 and $163.21.

GF Value™ verdict: The current price of $94.31 is 38.2% below the GF Value™ estimate of $152.63.GF Score™: With a score of 85/100, OLED is rated as a strong investment opportunity.Notable signal: Insiders have purchased $1.5 million worth of stock in the last three months, indicating confidence in the company's future. Is OLED Overvalued or Undervalued? The current price of Universal Display Corp OLED at $94.31 indicates a significant undervaluation when compared to the GF Value™ estimate of $152.63. This represents a margin of safety of 38.2%, suggesting that the shares may present a compelling opportunity for long-term investors. The classification of "Significantly Undervalued" by GF Valuation indicates that the stock price does not reflect the company's true intrinsic value. GF Value™ is GuruFocus' proprietary measure of intrinsic value, calculated from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates.

While the undervaluation points to a potential opportunity, investors should consider the inherent risks associated with market fluctuations and company-specific factors that may impact future profitability. The significant difference between the current market price and the GF Value™ could lead to a correction in either direction, depending on market sentiment and operational performance.

How Does OLED's Valuation Compare to Its History? Metric Current Historical P/E (TTM) 21.1x 33.2x Forward P/E 22.3x N/A Currently, OLED's P/E ratio of 21.1x is substantially below its 5-year median P/E of 33.2x, indicating that the stock is trading at a lower valuation compared to its historical performance. This analysis aligns with the GF Value™ verdict, reinforcing the notion that OLED is currently undervalued relative to its historical valuation metrics.

What Does OLED's GF Score™ Tell Us? Metric Rating GF Score™ 85/100 Financial Strength 8/10 Profitability 9/10 Growth 8/10 Valuation 4/10 Momentum 4/10 OLED's GF Score™ of 85/100 indicates a strong overall position, with particularly high ratings in Profitability (9/10) and Financial Strength (8/10). However, the lower ratings in Valuation (4/10) and Momentum (4/10) suggest that, while the company is financially robust, there may be concerns regarding its current market momentum and valuation compared to historical averages.

What Are Insiders Doing with OLED Stock? Recent insider activity for Universal Display Corp has shown a positive trend, with insiders purchasing a total of $1.5 million worth of shares over the last three months. This buying spree suggests that those closest to the company believe in its future prospects and are willing to invest their own funds. There has been no selling activity reported, further indicating confidence among insiders regarding the company's direction.

What This Means for Investors Based on the analysis of GF Value™, Universal Display Corp OLED is currently considered undervalued. With a significant margin of safety and strong GF Score™, the stock presents potential opportunities for thoughtful investors, despite recent volatility in its price performance.

For the complete analysis, visit the Universal Display Corp OLED stock page. You can also explore the GF Value™ page for detailed valuation methodology, or use the GuruFocus Stock Screener to find similar opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions What is OLED's GF Score™?

OLED has a GF Score™ of 85/100, indicating a strong overall investment potential based on key financial metrics and performance indicators.

Is OLED overvalued or undervalued?

OLED is considered undervalued, with a current price of $94.31 sitting 38.2% below the GF Value™ estimate of $152.63.

What is OLED's P/E ratio?

OLED's P/E (TTM) ratio is 21.1x, which is significantly below its 5-year median P/E of 33.2x, indicating a lower valuation compared to its historical performance.

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Universal Display Corporation Expands China Presence with Grand Opening of Chengdu OLED Technology and Innovation Center Universal Display Corporation (UDC) (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in energy-efficient OLED technologies and materials, today announced the grand opening of its OLED Technology and Innovation Center in Chengdu, China. The opening event brought together company leaders, customers, partners, and local representatives to mark UDC’s continued expansion in the region and its commitment to supporting the next phase of OLED innovation.

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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at UDC Chengdu OLED Technology and Innovation Center. (From left to right, General Manager of UDC China, Mr. Yeyun Dou, General Manager of CSO Organization, BOE, Mr. Xiangdong Qin, Senior Vice President of BOE, Mr. Xiangnan Yun, Chief Executive Officer of UDC, Mr. Steven V. Abramson, Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer of UDC, Dr. Julie Brown, Deputy Secretary General of CODA LCD Branch, Mr. Chunming Hu, General Manager of UDC Chengdu, Mr. Hao Ye)

Located in one of China’s leading OLED manufacturing hubs, the Chengdu facility features state-of-the-art laboratories and a dedicated customer support center. The site is designed to support materials characterization, device optimization and application development, strengthening UDC’s ability to engage more closely across the development cycle and enabling closer alignment with customers’ evolving specifications. This expanded footprint reflects the Company’s long-term investment in the region and its role within the broader OLED ecosystem.

“The opening of our Chengdu OLED Technology and Innovation Center marks an important milestone in our continued growth in China and reinforces our long-term commitment to our customers and partners,” said Steven V. Abramson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Display Corporation. “As a leader in OLED technologies and phosphorescent materials, we are expanding our presence in the region to foster greater collaboration, provide more direct, hands-on support while advancing the development of next-generation high-performance, energy-efficient and sustainable displays and lighting.”

About Universal Display Corporation

Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) is a leader in the research, development and commercialization of organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for use in display and solid-state lighting applications. Founded in 1994 and with subsidiaries and offices around the world, the Company currently owns, exclusively licenses or has the sole right to sublicense more than 7,000 patents issued and pending worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology that can enable the development of energy-efficient and eco-friendly displays and solid-state lighting. The Company also develops and offers high-quality, state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials that are recognized as key ingredients in the fabrication of OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions to its clients and partners through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training. To learn more about Universal Display Corporation, please visit https://oled.com/.

Universal Display Corporation and the Universal Display Corporation logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Display Corporation. All other Company, brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks.

All statements in this document that are not historical, such as those relating to the projected adoption, development and advancement of the Company’s technologies, and the Company’s expected results, as well as the growth of the OLED market and the Company’s opportunities in that market, are forward-looking financial statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements in this document, as they reflect Universal Display Corporation’s current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation’s periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the section entitled “Risk Factors” in Universal Display Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Universal Display Corporation disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this document.

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Key Takeaways AEP's Q1 operating EPS $1.64 beat estimates; revenues rose 10% Y/Y to $6.02B.American Electric signed seven GW of new load agreements in Q1, mostly in Ohio and Texas, on demand growth.AEP sees contracted load growing to 63 GW by 2030 and guides 2026 EPS at $6.15-$6.45. American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 operating earnings of $1.64 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.55 by 5.8%. Operating earnings increased 6.5% from $1.54 in the year-ago quarter.

On a GAAP basis, AEP posted earnings of $1.61 per share, up from $1.50 a year ago.

American Electric Total RevenuesAEP generated total revenues of $6.02 billion, up 10.2% from $5.46 billion in the prior-year quarter. The top line also came in ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.68 billion by 6.0%.

The company’s quarter reflected continued demand growth across its service territory, with management pointing to seven gigawatts of new load agreements signed during the first quarter, largely in Ohio and Texas. AEP also highlighted that its incremental contracted load is expected to expand to 63 gigawatts by 2030, supported by signed agreements with large-load customers.

AEP’s Segmental PerformanceVertically Integrated Utilities: Operating earnings increased to $464 million from $350 million in the year-ago quarter, supported by stronger underlying utility performance. This segment remained AEP’s largest profit contributor for the period.

Transmission & Distribution Utilities: Operating earnings came in at $237 million, up from $192 million a year ago. The improvement reflected stronger results in the distribution-focused utilities compared with the prior-year base.

AEP Transmission Holdco: Operating earnings totaled $209 million, down from $235 million in first-quarter 2025. Despite its strategic importance, this segment was the primary drag on year-over-year operating earnings growth.

Generation & Marketing: Operating earnings rose to $90 million from $76 million a year earlier. The improvement indicated better performance in the company’s marketing, risk management and related market activities compared with the year-ago quarter.

Corporate and Other: The segment reported an operating loss of $109 million, wider than the $30 million loss posted in the prior-year period. The larger loss meaningfully offset gains elsewhere across the portfolio.

AEP’s 2026 GuidanceAmerican Electric expects to generate earnings in the band of $6.15-$6.45 per share. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $6.33 per share, which lies above the midpoint of the company’s projected range.

AEP’s Zacks RankAmerican Electric currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Recent Utility ReleasesCenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of 56 cents per share, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 58 cents by 3.8%. However, the bottom line increased 5.7% from 53 cents in the year-ago quarter.

CNP generated revenues of $2.98 billion, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.04 billion by 1.4%. However, the top line improved 2% from the year-ago reported figure of $2.92 billion.

CMS Energy Corporation (CMS - Free Report) reported first-quarter 2026 earnings of $1.13 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.11 by 1.8%. The bottom line also increased 10.8% from $1.02 in the prior-year quarter.

CMS’ operating revenues totaled $2.73 billion, which topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.53 billion by 8.1%. The top line also increased 11.6% from $2.45 billion in the prior-year quarter.

Edison International (EIX - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.42 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.32 per share by 7.6%. The bottom line also increased 3.7% from $1.37 in the year-ago quarter.

Edison International's first-quarter operating revenues totaled $4.1 billion, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.99 billion by 2.8%. The top line also increased 7.6% from the year-ago quarter’s figure of $3.81 billion.

Triple-net lease with high-investment-grade tenant valued at up to $25.1 billion if all renewal options are exercised

Transaction expands Hut 8's total contracted AI data center capacity to 597 MW with aggregate base-term contract value of approximately $16.8 billion

Hut 8 to deliver a 352 MW AI factory designed to NVIDIA's DSX reference architecture for gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure

Executed under Hut 8's repeatable delivery model with Tier 1 counterparties: American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP), Vertiv Holdings Co (NYSE: VRT), and Jacobs (NYSE: J)

, /PRNewswire/ -- Hut 8 Corp. (Nasdaq, TSX: HUT) ("Hut 8" or the "Company"), an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive technologies, today announced the commercialization of the first phase of its Beacon Point data center campus in Nueces County, Texas through a 15-year, $9.8 billion lease (the "Agreement") for 352 megawatts (MW) of IT capacity (the "Transaction"). The tenant, a high-investment-grade company, will deploy dedicated compute infrastructure at the campus to support AI training and inference workloads at hyperscale.

Rendering of Hut 8's Beacon Point data center campus in Nueces County, Texas Beacon Point is the second AI data center campus commercialized under the Company's power-first, greenfield development model following River Bend. Hut 8 has executed an interconnection agreement for 1,000 MW of utility capacity, with initial energization expected in Q1 2027. As with River Bend, Hut 8 identified and secured the site through its power-first approach and subsequently commercialized it through a hyperscale AI lease. The Beacon Point transaction brings Hut 8's total contracted AI data center capacity to 597 MW of IT capacity with aggregate base-term contract value of approximately $16.8 billion and aggregate average annual NOI to approximately $1.1 billion.

Transaction Highlights

Lease Structure: Triple net (NNN) lease. Tenant Profile: Confidential, high-investment-grade company. Compute Architecture: Hut 8 to deliver a 352 MW AI factory designed to NVIDIA's DSX reference architecture for gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure. Base-Term Contract Value: Total contract value of $9.8 billion over a 15-year base lease term, inclusive of a 3.0% annual base rent escalator. NOI Contribution: Expected cumulative NOI contribution of $9.8 billion over the base lease term, translating to an expected average annual NOI contribution of $655 million upon stabilization. Upside Economics: Three 5-year renewal options increase potential contract value to approximately $25.1 billion assuming all three options are exercised. Delivery Timeline: Initial data hall delivery expected in Q3 2027. Project-level Financing: Hut 8 intends to support the development of Beacon Point with project-level financing that aims to optimize cost of capital at the asset level while maintaining disciplined long-term leverage metrics at the corporate level. Campus Scalability: 1,000 MW of utility capacity with initial energization expected in Q1 2027. Commercial Potential: The lease for 352 MW of IT capacity, requiring approximately 500 MW of utility capacity, represents the first phase of commercialization at a campus designed to support up to 1,000 MW of utility capacity, providing significant runway for potential campus expansion and revenue growth. Power-First Underwriting and the First Phase of Value Creation

Beacon Point exemplifies Hut 8's power-first development model and the value creation it enables across the asset lifecycle. Originally underwritten on a speed-to-power thesis to serve Hut 8's affiliated customer, American Bitcoin Corp. ("ABTC"), the site was repositioned to AI infrastructure as power demand accelerated and customer requirements broadened. Hut 8 transitioned Beacon Point from its original commercialization pathway with ABTC to deliver an AI data center campus with contracted, investment-grade cash flows, marking the first phase of asset-level value creation at the campus.

Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8, said: "Beacon Point underscores why we start with power and maintain flexibility across end markets. Operating across multiple applications lets us underwrite assets that single-use-case developers cannot, then redirect them toward higher-value commercialization pathways as demand evolves. This flexibility is intentional, and it is embedded in how we underwrite, develop, and commercialize infrastructure."

First-Principles Engineering and the Second Phase of Value Creation

Beacon Point also exemplifies Hut 8's first-principles engineering approach and the value creation it enables as technology applications evolve. Following the repositioning of the campus to AI, the first data hall was scoped for 224 MW of IT capacity, sized to the chip architectures commercially deployed at the time. As NVIDIA's DSX reference architecture advanced toward commercial deployment with materially higher rack-level power densities, Hut 8 redesigned the data hall to support a 352 MW AI factory, a 57% increase over the initial design, within the same land and utility footprint.

Scalable, Partnership-Driven Execution Model

Hut 8 is developing Beacon Point through a partnership-driven execution model first implemented at its River Bend campus. The model is structured to mitigate risk across the project lifecycle by aligning Tier 1 partners to defined roles across technology, engineering and construction, and critical systems delivery.

Asher Genoot, CEO of Hut 8, said: "This transaction commercializes the first building of our newest gigawatt-scale campus and marks our second AI data center lease. More importantly, it demonstrates that our development model, which pairs power-first underwriting with disciplined commercialization and institutional execution, is repeatable and extendable across our broader pipeline."

NVIDIA is engaged as technology partner, with Phase 1 of the campus engineered to NVIDIA's DSX reference architecture for gigawatt-scale AI factories. Jacobs, a global scienced-based consulting and advisory firm, is retained as EPCM (Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management) lead, working alongside Vertiv in its role supporting critical digital infrastructure systems.

Bob Pragada, Chair and CEO of Jacobs, said: "Beacon Point underscores the strength of our partnership with Hut 8 and the discipline required to deliver AI infrastructure with speed, safety, and certainty. Building on our work together at River Bend, we are applying our EPCM leadership and advanced digital twin technology to set the benchmark for AI infrastructure deployment, optimization, and resiliency."

Giordano Albertazzi, CEO of Vertiv, said: "Next generation AI infrastructure will be defined by how quickly power can be converted into AI capacity. Partnering with Hut 8 aligns with Vertiv's systems-level approach to converged physical infrastructure —  bringing power, cooling, and deployment execution at scale. At Beacon Point, we are applying Vertiv's global manufacturing depth, supply chain discipline, engineering expertise, and critical digital infrastructure portfolio to help deliver AI capacity with speed, reliability, and long-term performance."

Utility and Regional Partnerships

Hut 8 is developing the Beacon Point campus in collaboration with key Texas stakeholders, including AEP Texas, a subsidiary of American Electric Power (AEP), and the Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation (CCREDC). Hut 8 and AEP Texas have executed an interconnection agreement for 1,000 MW of utility capacity for the campus, with initial energization expected in Q1 2027.

Hut 8 brings a long operating history in Texas and extensive experience working within ERCOT across large-load applications. This experience has enabled the Company to advance complex infrastructure projects by navigating market dynamics, interconnection processes, and transmission and system upgrade requirements while maintaining disciplined development and execution timelines.

Aaron Bowman, CEO of CCREDC, said: "Beacon Point reflects the type of long-term investment that supports durable growth in the Coastal Bend economy. Hut 8's focus on power infrastructure and disciplined execution aligns with the region's assets and workforce capabilities, and we are pleased to support the advancement of this campus in Nueces County."

Development Pipeline Update

The Transaction advances 500 MW of utility capacity from Energy Capacity Under Development to Energy Capacity Under Construction. An additional 500 MW of utility capacity from Beacon Point remains within Energy Capacity Under Development.  

Hut 8 continues to advance opportunities across a broader pipeline spanning 7,545 MW of Energy Capacity Under Diligence, Exclusivity, and Development, applying the same power-first underwriting framework and institutional execution model demonstrated at River Bend and Beacon Point.

Stage

Description

Utility Capacity   
As of May 6,
2026

Energy Capacity Under
Diligence

Sites identified for large-load use cases such as AI, HPC, ASIC compute, industrial applications such as
next generation manufacturing, and other energy-intensive technologies. At this stage, Hut 8 assesses site
potential by engaging with utilities, landowners, and other stakeholders to evaluate critical factors, including
power availability, infrastructure readiness, fiber connectivity, and overall commercial viability.

 5,315 MW

Energy Capacity Under
Exclusivity

Sites where Hut 8 has secured a clear path to ownership through either: (i) an exclusivity agreement that prevents
the sale of designated land and power capacity to another party or (ii) a tendered interconnection agreement,
confirming a viable path to securing power and infrastructure for deployment.

1,680 MW1

Energy Capacity Under
Development

Sites where Hut 8 is actively investing in development and commercialization by executing definitive land and/or 
power agreements, advancing site design and infrastructure buildout, and engaging with prospective customers.

550 MW

Energy Capacity Under
Construction

 Sites where Hut 8 has executed a definitive offtake agreement and commenced construction activities.

830 MW

Total

All sites under diligence, exclusivity, development, commercialization, and construction.

8,375 MW1

Note: (1) Excludes 1,000 MW of potential IT expansion capacity at River Bend, for which Fluidstack holds a ROFO under the River Bend lease.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release includes a non-GAAP financial measure, expected net operating income (NOI) contribution, which the Company defines as expected lease revenue for a particular lease less any non-reimbursable operating expenses attributable to the leased property. The Company's management team uses expected NOI contribution to measure the expected operating performance of a particular lease. Operating income is the GAAP measure most directly comparable to expected NOI contribution. In evaluating expected NOI contribution, you should be aware that in the future the Company may incur non-reimbursable lease operating expenses that are not currently known. The Company's presentation of expected NOI contribution should not be construed as an inference that its future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. Expected NOI contribution has important limitations as an analytical tool and you should not consider expected NOI contribution in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of results as reported under GAAP. For example, expected NOI contribution excludes the impact of selling, general and administrative expenses and depreciation and amortization, which have real economic effect and could materially impact the Company's consolidated financial results. Other companies, including Real Estate Investment Trusts, may calculate expected NOI contribution differently than the Company does and, accordingly, the Company's expected NOI contribution may not be comparable to similar measures published by such companies. No reconciliation of expected NOI contribution is included in this press release because the Company is unable to quantify certain amounts that would be required to be included in operating income without unreasonable efforts as such quantification would imply a degree of precision that would be confusing or misleading to investors.

Additional Transaction Information and Upcoming Communications

Hut 8 has made available on its website an investor presentation with further details regarding the Transaction.

For important news and information regarding the Company, including investor presentations and timing of future investor conferences, visit the Investor Relations section of the Company's website, hut8.com/investors, and its social media accounts, including on X and LinkedIn. The Company uses its website and social media accounts as primary channels for disclosing key information to its investors, some of which may contain material and previously non-public information.

About Hut 8

Hut 8 is an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive technologies such as AI, high-performance computing, and ASIC compute. The Company develops, commercializes, and operates industrial-scale energy and data center infrastructure through a power-first, innovation-driven approach. For more information, visit hut8.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This press release includes "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and United States securities laws, respectively (collectively, "forward-looking information"). All information, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events, or developments that Hut 8 expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including statements relating to the terms, value, and expected benefits of the Transaction and the Agreement, including expected contract value, NOI contribution, and potential value from renewal options, the timing of development, construction, energization, and delivery of the Beacon Point campus, the Company's plans with respect to project-level financing, the expected capacity, scalability, and potential future expansion of the campus, the Company's development pipeline, and the Company's future business strategy, competitive strengths, expansion, and growth of the business and operations more generally, and other such matters is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is often identified by the words "may", "would", "could", "should", "will", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "allow", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "predict", "can", "might", "potential", "is designed to", "likely," or similar expressions.

Statements containing forward-looking information are not historical facts, but instead represent management's expectations, estimates, and projections regarding future events based on certain material factors and assumptions at the time the statement was made. While considered reasonable by Hut 8 as of the date of this press release, such statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including, but not limited to, risks relating to the construction of new data centers, including cost overruns, delays, supply chain issues, permitting or regulatory hurdles, unexpected technical challenges, and dependency on contractors; risks relating to the financing of new data centers, including the potential dilutive impact of equity issuances (if any), access to capital markets, timing and cost of financing, and market conditions such as increases in interest rates, declining equity valuations, volatility in credit markets, or tightening lending standards; risks impacting our ability to expand the power capacity at the River Bend campus, such as limitations of transmission and/or generation resources; failure of critical systems; geopolitical, social, economic, and other events and circumstances; competition from current and future competitors; risks related to power requirements; cybersecurity threats and breaches; hazards and operational risks; changes in leasing arrangements; Internet-related disruptions; dependence on key personnel; having a limited operating history; attracting and retaining customers; entering into new offerings or lines of business; price fluctuations and rapidly changing technologies; predicting facility requirements; strategic alliances or joint ventures; operating and expanding internationally; failing to grow hashrate; purchasing miners; relying on third-party mining pool service providers; uncertainty in the development and acceptance of the Bitcoin network; Bitcoin halving events; competition from other methods of investing in Bitcoin; concentration of Bitcoin holdings; hedging transactions; potential liquidity constraints; legal, regulatory, governmental, and technological uncertainties; physical risks related to climate change; involvement in legal proceedings; trading volatility; and other risks described from time to time in Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In particular, see the Company's recent and upcoming annual and quarterly reports and other continuous disclosure documents, which are available under the Company's EDGAR profile at sec.gov and SEDAR+ profile at sedarplus.ca.

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Darcy Reese to Retire at End of Year

, /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Andy Gurgol vice president of Investor Relations, effective May 9. He will succeed Darcy Reese, who will retire at the end of the year. Gurgol will report to Trevor Mihalik, executive vice president and chief financial officer.

"I am thrilled that Andy joined the AEP team this year, bringing his experience in corporate development and strategy to the finance organization," Mihalik said. "This is an exciting time for AEP as we work to seize the extraordinary growth opportunities ahead of us, and I believe Andy will excel at communicating our vision for the future to the investor community." 

Gurgol joined AEP in January 2026 as managing director, Corporate Strategy and Development. Prior to joining AEP, he spent nearly 14 years working in the utility and energy infrastructure sectors. Gurgol worked at Sempra for nearly a decade, where he held progressive leadership roles, including director, Corporate Development and Strategy. In this role, he was responsible for M&A and strategy development across the enterprise. Earlier in his career, Gurgol worked at NextEra Energy, leading economic and strategic analyses for over $1.5 billion in renewable energy investments. He began his career with FirstEnergy in its financial forecasting and analytics department.

In addition to his time working in the utility sector, Gurgol worked at the World Resources Institute, where he served as senior manager of Conservation Finance. In this role, he led initiatives in partnership with utilities, private sector companies, and federal and state agencies to deploy investments in environmental restoration projects that mitigate catastrophic wildfire risk, strengthen infrastructure and community resilience, and generate attractive financial returns.

Gurgol holds a finance degree from the University of Toledo.

"Communicating AEP's strategy to execute and deliver on the tremendous growth plans ahead will be critical as we invest $78 billion in our system through 2030," Gurgol said. "I look forward to meeting our investors and analysts over the next several months to begin building our relationships."

Since 2020, Reese has led AEP's investor relations team, overseeing shareholder engagement, guiding the quarterly earnings narrative, and directing the company's annual meeting of shareholders.

After more than 35 years in finance and accounting, Reese plans to retire at the end of 2026. She will continue to lead AEP's investor relations efforts until that time.

"Darcy has been an outstanding advocate for AEP with our investor community," Mihalik added. "She has been an integral member of our finance team, and her contributions to AEP have helped us grow into the company we are today. We wish Darcy and her family the best when she embarks on her next chapter at the end of the year."

ABOUT AEP

American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We plan to invest $78 billion from 2026 through 2030 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 18,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 252,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 32,000 megawatts of diverse owned and contracted generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia and Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced the pricing of a registered underwritten offering of 20,472,442 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $127.00 per share. Subject to certain conditions, all shares are expected to be borrowed by the forward counterparties (as defined below) (or their respective affiliates) from third parties and sold to the underwriters and offered in connection with the forward sale agreements described below. BofA Securities, Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley are acting as lead book-running managers for this offering. Barclays, Citigroup, J.P. Morgan, Mizuho, MUFG, Scotiabank and Wells Fargo Securities are also acting as joint book-running managers and Guggenheim Securities, KeyBanc Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets, TD Securities and Truist Securities are acting as co-managers for this offering.

In connection with the offering, AEP entered into forward sale agreements with each of Bank of America, N.A, Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC (the "forward counterparties") under which AEP agreed to issue and sell to the forward counterparties an aggregate of 20,472,442 shares of its common stock. In addition, the underwriters of the offering have been granted a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 3,070,866 shares of AEP's common stock upon the same terms. If the underwriters exercise their option to purchase additional shares, AEP expects to enter into additional forward sale agreements with the forward counterparties with respect to the additional shares.

Settlement of the forward sale agreements is expected to occur on or prior to May 31, 2028. AEP may, subject to certain conditions, elect cash settlement or net share settlement for all or a portion of its rights or obligations under the forward sale agreements.

If AEP elects physical settlement of the forward sale agreements, it expects to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which may include capital contributions to its utility subsidiaries, acquisitions and/or repayment of debt.

The offering is made under an effective shelf registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities law of any such jurisdiction. The offer may be made only by means of a prospectus and the related prospectus supplement. Copies of these documents may be obtained by contacting:

BofA Securities by email at [email protected], or by mail at NC1-022-02-25, 201 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC  28255-0001, Attention: Prospectus Department; Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC by telephone at (866) 471-2526, by email at [email protected], or by mail at Attention: Prospectus Department, 200 West Street, New York, New York 10282; or Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC by mail at Attention: Prospectus Department, 180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10014 ABOUT AEP
American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We plan to invest $78 billion from 2026 through 2030 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 18,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 252,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 32,000 megawatts of diverse owned and contracted generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia and Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.

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Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are: changes in economic conditions, electric market demand and demographic patterns in AEP's service territory; the economic impact of increased global conflicts and trade tensions, and the adoption or expansion of economic sanctions, tariffs, trade restrictions or changes in trade policy; inflationary or deflationary interest rate trends; new legislation or regulations adopted in the states in which we operate or federal legislation or regulations adopted that alters the regulatory framework or that prevents the timely recovery of costs and investments; volatility and disruptions in financial markets precipitated by any cause, including fiscal and monetary policy or instability in the banking industry; particularly developments affecting the availability or cost of capital to finance new capital projects and refinance existing debt; the availability and cost of funds to finance working capital and capital needs, particularly (a) if expected sources of capital such as proceeds from the sale of tax credits and anticipated securitizations do not materialize or do not materialize at the level anticipated, and (b) during periods when the time lag between incurring costs and recovery is long and the costs are material; changing demand for electricity, including large load contractual commitments; the risks and uncertainties associated with wildfires, including damages caused by wildfires, the extent of each Registrant's liability in connection with wildfires, investigations and outcomes associated with legal proceedings, demands or similar actions, inability to recover wildfire costs through insurance or through rates and the impact on financial condition and the reputation of each Registrant; the impact of extreme weather conditions, natural disasters and catastrophic events such as storms, hurricanes, wildfires and drought conditions that pose significant risks including potential litigation and the inability to recover significant damages and restoration costs incurred; limitations or restrictions on the amounts and types of insurance available to cover losses that might arise in connection with natural disasters, wildfires or operations; the cost of fuel and its transportation, the creditworthiness and performance of parties who supply and transport fuel and the cost of storing and disposing of used fuel, including coal ash and SNF; the availability of fuel and necessary generation capacity and the performance of generation plants; the ability to recover fuel and other energy costs through regulated or competitive electric rates; the ability to plan for, develop, construct, acquire, or integrate a broad range of generation and energy storage resources, as well as related transmission and distribution infrastructure, including obtaining necessary regulatory approvals, permits, and incentives; complying with cost caps and other regulatory or contractual requirements; and recovering associated costs and earning an appropriate return while meeting reliability, affordability, environmental, and customer–service obligations; the disruption of AEP's business operations due to impacts of economic or market conditions, costs of compliance with potential government regulations, electricity usage, supply chain issues, customers, service providers, vendors and suppliers caused by natural disasters or other events; construction and development risks associated with the completion of the 2026-2030 capital investment plan, including shortages or delays in labor, materials, equipment or parts; prolonged or recurring U.S. federal government shutdowns could adversely affect AEP's operations, regulatory approvals, financial performance and could cause volatility in the capital markets which may interrupt our access to capital; new legislation, litigation or government regulation, including changes to tax laws and regulations, oversight of nuclear generation, evolving environmental standards, energy commodity trading and new or modified requirements related to emissions of sulfur, nitrogen, mercury, carbon, soot or PM and other substances that could impact the continued operation, cost recovery and/or profitability of generation plants and related assets; the impact of tax legislation or associated Department of Treasury guidance, including potential changes to existing tax incentives, on capital plans, results of operations, financial condition, cash flows or credit ratings; the risks before, during and after generation of electricity associated with the fuels used or the by-products and wastes of such fuels, including coal ash and SNF; timing and resolution of pending and future rate cases, negotiations and other regulatory decisions, including rate or other recovery of new investments in generation, distribution and transmission service and environmental compliance; resolution of litigation or regulatory proceedings or investigations; the ability to efficiently manage and recover operation, maintenance and development project costs; prices and demand for power generated and sold in wholesale markets; changes in technology, including new, developing, alternative or distributed sources of generation and energy storage; the ability to recover through rates any remaining unrecovered investment in generation units that may be retired before the end of their previously projected useful lives; volatility and changes in markets for coal and other energy-related commodities, particularly changes in the price of natural gas; the impact of changing expectations and demands of customers, regulators, investors and stakeholders, including development, adoption, and use of AI by us, our customers and our third party vendors and evolving expectations related to sustainability; customer affordability considerations may impact regulatory recovery outcomes and future rate design; changes in utility regulation, policies, methodologies for evaluating and approving load interconnection, and the allocation of costs within RTOs including ERCOT, PJM and SPP and the impacts of potential market changes within those RTOs; changes in the creditworthiness of the counterparties with contractual arrangements, including participants in the energy trading market; actions of rating agencies, including changes in ratings impacting the cost of debt; geopolitical developments continue to create uncertainty in global energy markets and have contributed to increased volatility in fuel supply and pricing.  Shifts in global market conditions and broader supply-chain pressures may influence natural gas prices, power-generation economics and customer demand patterns; the impact of volatility in the capital markets on the value of the investments held by the pension, OPEB and nuclear decommissioning trust funds and a captive insurance entity and the impact of such volatility on future funding requirements; accounting standards periodically issued by accounting standard-setting bodies; the ability to successfully defend against cybersecurity threats; other risks and unforeseen events, including wars and military conflicts, the effects of terrorism (including increased security costs), embargoes, labor strikes impacting material supply chains, global information technology disruptions and other catastrophic events; the ability to attract and retain the requisite work force and key personnel, including senior management.  

SOURCE American Electric Power

Atlas Engineered Products Ltd. (AEP:CA) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for American Electric Power (AEP - Free Report) . Shares have lost about 4.7% in that time frame, underperforming the S&P 500.

But investors have to be wondering, will the recent negative trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is AEP due for a breakout? Well, first let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the recent catalysts for American Electric Power Company, Inc. before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late.

American Electric's Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y

American Electric Power Company, Inc. reported first-quarter 2026 operating earnings of $1.64 per share, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.55 by 5.8%. Operating earnings increased 6.5% from $1.54 in the year-ago quarter.

On a GAAP basis, AEP posted earnings of $1.61 per share, up from $1.50 a year ago.

American Electric Total RevenuesAEP generated total revenues of $6.02 billion, up 10.2% from $5.46 billion in the prior-year quarter. The top line also came in ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.68 billion by 6.0%.

The company’s quarter reflected continued demand growth across its service territory, with management pointing to seven gigawatts of new load agreements signed during the first quarter, largely in Ohio and Texas. AEP also highlighted that its incremental contracted load is expected to expand to 63 gigawatts by 2030, supported by signed agreements with large-load customers.

AEP’s Segmental PerformanceVertically Integrated Utilities: Operating earnings increased to $464 million from $350 million in the year-ago quarter, supported by stronger underlying utility performance. This segment remained AEP’s largest profit contributor for the period.

Transmission & Distribution Utilities: Operating earnings came in at $237 million, up from $192 million a year ago. The improvement reflected stronger results in the distribution-focused utilities compared with the prior-year base.

AEP Transmission Holdco: Operating earnings totaled $209 million, down from $235 million in first-quarter 2025. Despite its strategic importance, this segment was the primary drag on year-over-year operating earnings growth.

Generation & Marketing: Operating earnings rose to $90 million from $76 million a year earlier. The improvement indicated better performance in the company’s marketing, risk management and related market activities compared with the year-ago quarter.

Corporate and Other: The segment reported an operating loss of $109 million, wider than the $30 million loss posted in the prior-year period. The larger loss meaningfully offset gains elsewhere across the portfolio.

AEP’s 2026 GuidanceAmerican Electric expects to generate earnings in the band of $6.15-$6.45 per share. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings is pegged at $6.33 per share, which lies above the midpoint of the company’s projected range.

How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?Since the earnings release, investors have witnessed a downward trend in fresh estimates.

VGM ScoresAt this time, AEP has a subpar Growth Score of D, however its Momentum Score is doing a lot better with a B. Charting a somewhat similar path, the stock has a grade of C on the value side, putting it in the middle 20% for this investment strategy.

Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of D. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.

OutlookEstimates have been broadly trending downward for the stock, and the magnitude of these revisions indicates a downward shift. Notably, AEP has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.

Dan Dreyfus, founder of Borneite Capital, warned on the All-In Podcast that America’s grid is in such poor shape that blackouts, when power is completely lost, and brownouts, when voltage is reduced, and electricity becomes less reliable, are coming from ordinary electrification alone. AI data centers are layering onto an existing problem.

A Grid Frozen in Time Dreyfus explained the central reason why he believes we have this problem today: “We have not invested in upgrading and modernizing and hardening the electric grid since post-World War II. We just let it go.” A transmission and distribution network designed for mid-century load patterns is being asked to handle heat pumps, EV charging, electric appliances, and reshored manufacturing simultaneously.

His point is that the shortfall is already baked in before accounting for AI demand, and that electrifying existing buildings and increasing EV penetration will cause blackouts and brownouts on its own. American Electric Power (NASDAQ:AEP | AEP Price Prediction) recently expanded its five-year capital plan to $78 billion, with an additional $10 billion in potential projects primarily tied to contracted load growth. PJM Interconnection, the largest U.S. grid operator and a private company, has projected its peak summer demand growing from 161,000MW to 241,000MW over the next 15 years, a 50% increase.

The Real Bottleneck Is Craft Labor One of Dreyfus’s most unexpected points was that the single biggest bottleneck to solving the energy crisis is craft labor, not money or materials. Linemen, electricians, and skilled tradespeople who physically build and maintain the grid are in short supply. He lamented the cultural trend, asking, “What did we tell all our kids to do in the last 10 or 15 years? Liberalist degrees in the Northeast.”

The labor backdrop supports the squeeze. Average hourly earnings across the private sector rose to $37.53 in May 2026, up from $36.28 a year earlier. Construction value added, the backbone of any grid buildout, has stalled at 0.0% growth in Q4 2025 after running closer to 1% earlier in the year, signaling tight capacity even as utility capex commitments balloon.

Where the Costs Are Really Rising The AI Multiplier and the Limits of Routing Around the Grid Layer AI on top of existing supply problems, and the math becomes even more vivid. Dreyfus argued that a 1-gigawatt AI data center powered entirely by solar would require 5 gigawatts of solar capacity, covering 35,000 acres, an area larger than San Francisco. That explains why hyperscaler demand keeps returning to firm grid power. According to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, data centers are projected to account for between 6.7-12% of total annual U.S. electricity consumption by 2028.

Can households route around the issue? Dreyfus noted that half of the live audience had already installed solar and Powerwalls, but he pushed back, arguing industrial users will always need the grid at scale. Factories and data centers cannot run on rooftop systems. The workaround economy is forming at the edges: General Motors (NYSE:GM) is entering sodium-ion grid-scale battery storage via a partnership with Peak Energy, and mobile charging firms are pitching DC fast charging without needing permanent grid upgrades.

Key Investor Takeaways Dreyfus believes copper prices will “easily double” from current levels, tying the grid thesis to a materials thesis. For investors, the binding constraints sit in transmission, distribution, and skilled labor, with copper as the connective tissue. These are long-cycle, policy-dependent trends. The clearest signal from BEA industry data and utility capex announcements is that grid modernization is shaping up as a multi-decade necessity, with the bottlenecks Dreyfus names likely to dictate where pressure and pricing power end up.