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Opal Fuels Q3 2026 slides: EBITDA surges 32% amid revenue headwinds

Opal Fuels (NASDAQ:OPAL) reported Q3 2026 earnings with adjusted EBITDA up 32% YoY to $26.7M, but revenue missed expectations at $79.5M. Stock traded at $1.465, near 52-week low. RNG production increased 5% YoY, but EPS was -$0.03, missing estimates. Growth driven by Fuel Station Services and 45Z tax credits, offset by Renewable Power segment decline.

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Published Nov 9, 2026, 4:55 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The earnings beat on EBITDA signals operational efficiency, but the revenue shortfall raises concerns about top‑line growth and credit price volatility.

02

Market read

First‑time earnings disclosure for a micro‑cap RNG firm; provides fresh data for short‑term traders.

03

What to watch

Potential upside from upcoming 45Z tax credit extensions and higher D3 RIN prices could boost future EBITDA.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 8/10Timing: pre‑market today

Background

Opal Fuels is a vertically integrated renewable natural gas producer listed on NASDAQ, reporting its Q3 2026 results.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Q3 2026 earnings released with adjusted EBITDA up 32% YoY to $26.7M but revenue miss $79.5M vs $93.87M forecast.

Expected impact

modest upside as investors weigh profitability improvement against revenue miss

Evidence & confidence

Profitability beat is fresh data; revenue miss tempers enthusiasm, leading to limited upside bias.

Market effects

Sector

RNG sector may see increased focus on credit pricing after Opal's earnings highlight sensitivity to 45Z and RIN credits.

Regional

U.S. renewable natural gas producers could experience modest valuation adjustments.

Global

Limited; primarily affects U.S. small‑cap renewable energy niche.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Revenue miss suggests demand weakness; investors may short on expectation of continued margin pressure.

Key entities

  • company
    Opal Fuels Inc.

    NASDAQ‑listed RNG producer reporting Q3 2026 earnings.

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