FuelCell Energy Secures $25M in Repeat EXIM Financing for Gyeonggi Green Energy Fuel Cell Project in Korea

Rhea-AI Summary

FuelCell Energy (Nasdaq: FCEL) closed approximately $25 million in debt financing from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) on Dec. 1, 2025 to support the Gyeonggi Green Energy (GGE) fuel cell project in South Korea. The financing, under EXIM’s Project & Structured Finance program, will fund additional module shipments and service for the final phase of a 42-fuel-cell upgrade at the Hwaseong Baran Industrial Complex.

All modules are manufactured in Torrington, Connecticut, using predominantly U.S.-sourced materials; proceeds aim to strengthen FuelCell Energy’s capital flexibility and accelerate international deployments of utility-scale, baseload fuel cell power.

Positive

• $25 million in EXIM project debt financing closed
• Funds support final phase of 42 fuel cell upgrade
• Modules manufactured in Torrington, Conn. with U.S. materials

Negative

• $25 million is gross proceeds before customary fees and reserves

News Market Reaction

-4.47%

18 alerts

-4.47% News Effect

+3.0% Peak in 7 hr 20 min

-$16M Valuation Impact

$335M Market Cap

0.5x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, FCEL declined 4.47%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +3.0% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 18 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $16M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $335M at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

EXIM financing proceeds: $25 million Fuel cells upgraded: 42 fuel cells

2 metrics

EXIM financing proceeds $25 million Gross debt financing proceeds for GGE fuel cell project

Fuel cells upgraded 42 fuel cells Final phase of upgrade at Hwaseong Baran Industrial Complex

Market Reality Check

Price: $7.42 Vol: Volume 1,488,492 is at 0....

normal vol

$7.42 Last Close

Volume Volume 1,488,492 is at 0.71x the 20-day average of 2,094,947, indicating muted activity. normal

Technical Price $8.75 is trading above the 200-day MA at $5.95, showing a pre-existing uptrend.

Peers on Argus

FCEL was up 1.2% while momentum peers TE and ELVA were down 4.09% and 4.61%, ind...

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FCEL was up 1.2% while momentum peers TE and ELVA were down 4.09% and 4.61%, indicating stock-specific performance rather than a broad sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 04 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 04	Earnings call setup	Neutral	+12.5%	Scheduled Q4 and FY 2025 earnings release and investor conference call.
Dec 01	Financing announcement	Positive	-4.5%	Closed approximately $25M EXIM debt financing for Korean fuel cell project.
Nov 03	Peer coverage	Positive	-7.3%	Bullish initiation on Charbone hydrogen play with non-dilutive funding.
Sep 09	Earnings report	Neutral	+22.8%	Q3 2025 results with 97% revenue growth but large net loss and charges.
Aug 26	Earnings call setup	Neutral	+2.6%	Announcement of Q3 2025 results release and related conference call.

Pattern Detected

FCEL has often seen positive moves around earnings-related communications but showed a negative divergence on this EXIM financing announcement.

Recent Company History

Over the last six months, FuelCell Energy reported strong Q3 2025 revenue growth to $46.7 million but with a large net loss and restructuring charges, alongside a backlog above $1.24 billion. The company repeatedly used equity sales for funding, including significant ATM activity. Earnings reports and conference call announcements on Sep 9 and Dec 18 drove notable positive price reactions, whereas this $25 million EXIM project financing on Dec 1 saw a negative move, highlighting mixed market response to funding news.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details approximately $25 million in EXIM debt financing to support the final phas...

Analysis

This announcement details approximately $25 million in EXIM debt financing to support the final phase of a 42-fuel-cell upgrade in Korea, reinforcing FuelCell Energy’s international utility-scale strategy. In recent quarters, the company combined strong revenue growth with restructuring charges and frequent capital raises. Investors may watch future project economics, additional financing activity, and upcoming earnings on Dec 18 to gauge progress toward sustainable profitability.

Key Terms

structured finance, baseload power

2 terms

structured finance financial

"This financing was executed under EXIM’s Project & Structured Finance program"

Structured finance is a way of turning a group of financial assets — like loans, mortgages, or receivables — into new investment products by pooling them together and slicing that pool into pieces with different levels of risk and return. For investors, it matters because these products can offer higher yields or tailored risk exposure than plain stocks or bonds, but they can also hide complexity and sensitivity to the underlying assets’ performance, so understanding what you own is key.

baseload power technical

"deliver firm, efficient, and reliable baseload power to the utility market"

Baseload power is the consistent, reliable electricity output that a power plant or source can provide around the clock to meet the minimum demand on the grid, similar to a factory that runs steadily to keep essential machines humming. For investors, baseload capacity matters because it tends to produce predictable revenue, supports grid stability, and reduces the risk that production will be sidelined when demand dips, making assets and contracts tied to it easier to value.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

DANBURY, Conn., Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FuelCell Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FCEL) has announced today that it has closed a new round of debt financing with the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), marking a continued commitment from EXIM to support the Company’s growth ambitions to deliver utility grade power in international markets such as this collaboration with Gyeonggi Green Energy (GGE) in the Republic of Korea.

The transaction provides approximately $25 million in gross proceeds (before customary fees and reserves), and further strengthens FuelCell Energy’s ability to deliver firm, efficient, and reliable baseload power to the utility market in South Korea and other international markets. This financing was executed under EXIM’s Project & Structured Finance program, which enables U.S. exporters to compete globally in the natural resource and infrastructure sectors.

The financing builds on FuelCell Energy’s successful track record with EXIM from previous debt financing transactions. Proceeds will support the next phase of the GGE project, including additional module shipments and service.

“Our relationship with EXIM is a testament to the strength of our utility scale power generation technology and our shared commitment to expanding the global reach of American-made energy solutions,” said Michael Bishop, EVP and CFO of FuelCell Energy. “This repeat financing enhances our capital flexibility and enables us to accelerate our efforts to serve international markets.”

“We are grateful to Chair John Jovanovic and the EXIM team for their continued partnership,” said Jason Few, President and CEO of FuelCell Energy. “EXIM’s support is advancing a core U.S. priority: exporting differentiated American energy technology to strengthen relationships with allied nations and build more resilient, sustainable power generation systems worldwide. This financing helps us meet the rising global demand for clean, reliable power from industrial parks to fast growing data center hubs, while supporting U.S. manufacturing, supply chains, and jobs.”

The $25 million gross proceeds will fund production of fuel cell modules for the final phase of FuelCell Energy’s upgrade of the 42 fuel cells at GGE’s Hwaseong Baran Industrial Complex. South Korea leads in fuel cell technology with the world's largest fuel cell parks, making this self-contained solution ideal for data centers globally.

All fuel cell modules are manufactured in the United States at FuelCell Energy’s Torrington, Conn., factory utilizing U.S.-sourced materials and suppliers for a majority of the production process and product build. The project highlights the critical role of advanced U.S. manufacturing in supporting global energy demand.

About FuelCell Energy

FuelCell Energy, Inc. provides clean, reliable future-ready solutions that allow customers to access power faster and manage their emissions while keeping their operations running. Our efficient, scalable, and fuel-flexible systems—running on natural gas, biofuels, or hydrogen—provide steady baseload, grid-independent electricity worldwide. With more than 55 years of expertise and nearly 200 modules deployed, we help customers achieve their immediate and future energy goals. Learn more at www.fuelcellenergy.com.

Contact:
FuelCell Energy Investor Relations
ir@fce.com

FuelCell Energy Media Relations
kblomquist@fce.com

FAQ

What did FuelCell Energy announce on Dec. 1, 2025 about EXIM financing for FCEL?

FuelCell Energy announced it closed approximately $25 million in EXIM debt financing to support the GGE project in South Korea.

How will the $25 million EXIM financing be used by FCEL for the GGE project?

Proceeds will fund additional fuel cell module shipments and service for the final phase of the 42-unit Hwaseong Baran upgrade.

Does the Dec. 1, 2025 financing for FCEL involve U.S. manufacturing?

Yes — all fuel cell modules are manufactured in Torrington, Connecticut using predominantly U.S.-sourced materials.

Under which EXIM program was the December 2025 FCEL financing executed?

The financing was executed under EXIM’s Project & Structured Finance program.

Will the $25 million EXIM financing for FCEL immediately expand international deployments?

The company said the financing enhances capital flexibility and supports acceleration of international deployments, starting with the GGE project.

Is the $25 million figure for FCEL net proceeds or gross proceeds?

The announcement specifies approximately $25 million in gross proceeds, before customary fees and reserves.