Shares of Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE: BE), a leading provider of solid oxide fuel cell technology, surged over 5% in pre-market trading on Thursday, ahead of the company's highly anticipated fourth-quarter earnings report scheduled for later in the day.
The stock's impressive rally can be attributed to investor optimism surrounding Bloom Energy's expected strong financial performance in the fourth quarter. According to Zacks Research estimates, the company is projected to report a staggering 43.35% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $551.6 million for the quarter. Additionally, earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to soar by an impressive 357.1% compared to the same period last year, settling at $0.32.
Furthermore, investors are eagerly awaiting insights into Bloom Energy's outlook for the year, particularly in light of the Trump administration's plans to expand energy sources across the United States. This initiative could potentially create favorable tailwinds for Bloom Energy's solid oxide fuel cell technology, further fueling investor enthusiasm for the company's prospects.