Hallador Energy Company (HNRG) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Achieved strong financial performance in 2025, with revenue up 16% to $469.5 million and net income of $41.9 million, driven by electric and coal sales and transformation into a vertically integrated independent power producer.

• Electric sales rose 19% to $310.7 million and coal sales increased 8% to $148.7 million, highlighting the benefits of the integrated platform.

• Adjusted EBITDA tripled to $56 million, and operating cash flow increased 23% to $81.1 million, supported by improved segment performance and prepaid forward power sales contracts.

• MISO accepted the ERAS application for a 515 MW gas generation expansion at Merom, targeting completion by Q3 2029.

• Board expanded with two new directors bringing expertise in grid operations, power markets, and asset acquisition.

Financial highlights

• Full year 2025 revenue increased 16% to $469.5 million; net income rose to $41.9 million; Adjusted EBITDA reached $56 million.

• Operating cash flow was $81.1 million, up 23% year-over-year.

• Q4 2025 revenue was $102.4 million, with a net loss of $0.2 million, a significant improvement from a $215.8 million loss in Q4 2024.

• Full-year capital expenditures totaled $69.2 million, including $14 million in ERAS deposits.

• Total bank debt declined to $30 million at year-end, with liquidity at $38.8 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Forward sales commitments total $1.3 billion through 2029, providing long-term revenue visibility.

• $866.9 million of contracted third-party revenue secured through 2029.

• Expect Q1 2026 results to be similar to Q4 2025 due to ongoing operational issues at Merom.

• 2026 capital expenditures projected to increase modestly over 2025, excluding ERAS project impacts.

• ERAS expansion, if executed, would increase power generation capacity by nearly 50%.