Nextracker (US:NXT) Haitong Securities International·2025-07-30 14:10Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive investment rating for Nextracker, categorizing it as a top recommended stock within the global renewable energy coverage of Haitong Securities [1]. Core Insights - Nextracker's Q1 2026 performance exceeded market expectations, with a significant upward revision of its fiscal year 2026 EBITDA guidance and a record backlog of orders, indicating strong solar demand and stable pricing [1][2]. - The company reported a net revenue of $864 million for Q1 2026, slightly above the market consensus of $845 million, and an adjusted EBITDA of $215 million, surpassing the expected $190 million [3][5]. - Nextracker's gross margin remained robust at 32.6%, with adjusted net income reaching $176 million, significantly exceeding market expectations [3][5]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For fiscal year 2026, Nextracker raised its revenue guidance from $3.2 billion to $3.245 billion, with EBITDA guidance adjusted from $775 million to a range of $750 million to $810 million [2]. - The net profit forecast was increased from $445-503 million to $496-543 million, while the gross margin is expected to remain in the "low 30%" range [2]. Order Backlog and Market Demand - As of the end of Q1 2026, Nextracker's order backlog exceeded $4.75 billion, marking the 15th consecutive quarter of growth, with a backlog-to-shipment ratio maintained above 1 [3]. - The company anticipates that 80% to 90% of the backlog will be delivered over the next eight quarters, reflecting strong demand in the U.S. market [3]. Strategic Acquisitions - Nextracker announced three completed acquisitions in advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, with a total investment exceeding $40 million, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing maintenance costs [4].