APLD: A Turnaround in Profitability or Mirage Behind Adjusted EBITDA?

Key Takeaways Applied Digital's (APLD) fiscal third-quarter 2025 results reflect a mixed bag of progress and persistent challenges, fueling a deeper debate over the company's ability to maintain consistent profitability. The 878% year-over-year jump in adjusted EBITDA (to $10 million) is indicative of its operational strength. However, the bottom-line GAAP reality tells a different story — a net loss of $36.1 million or 16 cents per share, which missed Street estimates by 5 cents. This widening gap between ...