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News articleSeeking Alpha· March 26, 2026

Argan outlines $2.9B backlog strength and signals continued demand for large power projects

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“Cash and investments totaled $895 million at year-end, with net liquidity of $421 million and no debt.”
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  • Opportunities for new projects are across the country and pricing model remains consistent, taking into account market conditions, inflation, labor and various risks

    60% confidence

  • Fourth quarter revenues increased 13% to $262.1 million, primarily due to the timing of certain projects in Power segment, with Trumbull Energy Center reaching substantial completion

    60% confidence

  • Non-craft workforce is at the highest level ever and company continues to add personnel

    60% confidence

  • Record revenue of $262.1 million in Q4 2026 and $944.6 million for fiscal 2026, with Q4 gross margin of 25% and full year gross margin of 20.5%

    60% confidence

  • Optimistic about continuing demand environment for expertise and capabilities in building large complex gas-fired power facilities

    60% confidence

  • Too early to determine fiscal year 2027 gross margin, but encouraged by backlog makeup and progress on current projects

    60% confidence

  • Strong demand pipeline driven by rapid growth in AI and data centers, electrification of everything, need to replace aging power facilities and years of underinvestment in power infrastructure

    60% confidence

  • Company expects to add a handful of new projects over the next 12 to 20 months and is confident in the ability to execute 10 to 12 jobs simultaneously

    60% confidence

  • Consolidated project backlog of more than $2.9 billion at year-end, composed of approximately 77% natural gas projects, 14% renewable and 9% industrial

    60% confidence

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