Plug Power(US:PLUG) Globenewswire·2026-03-01 11:36Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against Plug Power Inc. and certain senior executives for securities fraud, following significant stock drops attributed to potential violations of federal securities laws [1][4]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - Investors have until April 3, 2026, to request to lead the case, which is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York [4][10]. - The lawsuit claims violations under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of Plug Power investors [4][10]. Group 2: Allegations Against Plug Power - Plug Power is accused of materially overstating the likelihood of receiving a $1.66 billion loan guarantee from the U.S. Department of Energy, which was intended to finance hydrogen production facilities [5]. - The company provides hydrogen fuel cell solutions and develops infrastructure for hydrogen production [5]. Group 3: Stock Performance and Impact - Plug Power's stock dropped 6.3% on October 7, 2025, following the abrupt departure of its CEO and President [6]. - A month later, on November 10, 2025, the stock fell 3.4% after the company suspended activities under the DOE loan program [7]. - On November 14, 2025, the stock experienced a significant drop of 17.6% after reports confirmed the suspension of plans to construct hydrogen production facilities, jeopardizing the DOE loan [8].