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Zeo Energy Corp. Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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Zeo Energy (Nasdaq: ZEO) reported first quarter 2026 revenue of $13.2 million, up 50% from $8.8 million a year earlier, driven by higher solar installations.

Net loss narrowed to $4.7 million from $13.3 million, while Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $2.9 million from $5.5 million.

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Positive

  • Revenue up 50% year-over-year to $13.2 million
  • Gross profit increased to $5.6 million, 42.5% of revenue
  • Contribution profit improved to $2.2 million from a $2.8 million loss
  • Net loss reduced to $4.7 million from $13.3 million
  • Loss per share narrowed to $0.11 from $0.48
  • Adjusted EBITDA loss improved to $2.9 million from $5.5 million
  • General and administrative expenses reduced by 33.9%

Negative

  • Company remains unprofitable with $4.7 million net loss
  • Gross margin declined to 42.5% from 45.5%
  • Adjusted EBITDA still negative at $2.9 million loss
  • Higher cost of goods sold from increased domestic content use

News Market Reaction – ZEO

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On the day this news was published, ZEO gained 4.46%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction. This price movement added approximately $2M to the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $55.70M at that time.

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Key Figures

Q1 2026 revenue: $13.2 million Q1 2025 revenue: $8.8 million Q1 2026 gross profit: $5.6 million +5 more
8 metrics
Q1 2026 revenue $13.2 million First quarter 2026, up 50% year-over-year
Q1 2025 revenue $8.8 million First quarter 2025 comparator
Q1 2026 gross profit $5.6 million First quarter 2026 gross profit level
Contribution profit $2.2 million First quarter 2026 vs prior-year loss of $(2.8) million
Net loss $(4.7) million First quarter 2026 net loss vs $(13.3) million prior year
Loss per share $(0.11) First quarter 2026, narrowed from $(0.48)
Adjusted EBITDA $(2.9) million First quarter 2026 non-GAAP loss vs $(5.5) million prior year
Revenue growth 50% Year-over-year increase in Q1 2026 revenue

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While ZEO was down 1.16% pre-news, key solar peers were mixed: SPWR up 3.03%, FTCI up 11.14%, and TOYO up 1.44%, indicating stock-specific dynamics rather than a broad sector move.

Previous Earnings Reports

5 past events · Latest: Apr 01 (Negative)
Same Type Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment Move Catalyst
Apr 01 Q4/FY25 earnings Negative +5.7% Full-year 2025 revenue decline and widened net loss despite Creekstone MOU.
Nov 14 Q3 2025 earnings Positive +2.7% Q3 2025 revenue growth, higher margins and improved Adjusted EBITDA.
Aug 13 Q2 2025 earnings Neutral -3.8% Q2 2025 revenue growth but wider net loss and challenging first-half trends.
Jun 16 Q1 2025 earnings Negative +1.3% Q1 2025 revenue dropped sharply with significantly wider net loss.
May 27 FY 2024 earnings Negative -1.9% 2024 revenue decline and net loss after prior-year profitability.
Pattern Detected

Earnings headlines have often produced modest moves, with several instances where the share price rose despite negative fundamental trends.

Recent Company History

Over the last year, Zeo’s earnings reports have highlighted a transition from sharp revenue declines and widening losses in early 2025 to more mixed trends with acquisitions and new markets. Q2 and Q3 2025 showed revenue growth but persistent losses, while the Q4 and full-year 2025 update added the Creekstone MOU. The current Q1 2026 release marks a return to revenue growth and narrowing losses, fitting into a gradual operational improvement narrative after prior volatility.

Historical Comparison

+0.8% avg move · In the past year, ZEO issued 5 earnings updates with an average move of 0.79%, suggesting typically ...
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Average Historical Move earnings

In the past year, ZEO issued 5 earnings updates with an average move of 0.79%, suggesting typically modest reactions to financial results.

Earnings releases trace a path from steep revenue declines and widening losses in early 2025 to later quarters emphasizing acquisitions, new markets, and, now in Q1 2026, renewed revenue growth with improving losses.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights a meaningful operational rebound, with Q1 2026 revenue up 50% to $13.2 ...
Analysis

This announcement highlights a meaningful operational rebound, with Q1 2026 revenue up 50% to $13.2 million, contribution profit improving to $2.2 million, and net loss narrowing to $(4.7) million. These results follow a year of mixed earnings where revenue contracted and losses widened before recent improvement. Investors may track whether margin pressures from higher domestic-content costs ease and how the Creekstone MOU and long-duration storage strategy translate into future revenue and profitability trends.

Key Terms

adjusted ebitda, non-gaap, gross profit margin, contribution margin, +3 more
7 terms
adjusted ebitda financial
"First quarter Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was a loss of $(2.9) million"
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
non-gaap financial
"First quarter Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was a loss"
Non-GAAP refers to financial measures that companies use to show their earnings or performance without including certain expenses or income that are often added back to give a different picture. It matters because it can make a company's results look better or more favorable, but it may also hide important costs, so investors need to look at both GAAP (official rules) and non-GAAP numbers to get a full understanding.
gross profit margin financial
"Gross profit margin for the quarter increased to $5.6 million from $4.0 million"
Gross profit margin shows how much money a company keeps from sales after paying for the goods or services it sold. It’s like checking how much profit is left over from each dollar earned before covering other costs. A higher margin indicates the company makes more money from its sales, which helps assess its profitability and efficiency.
contribution margin financial
"contribution margin increased to 17.0% of revenue from (31.5)% of revenue"
Contribution margin is the amount of money left from a product’s sale after paying the costs that rise with each unit sold (like materials or hourly labor); it can be shown per unit or as a percentage of the sale price. Investors care because it shows how much each sale contributes to covering fixed expenses and generating profit — think of each sale as a slice of pie where the contribution margin is the slice available to pay the rent and add to earnings.
memorandum of understanding regulatory
"our work under the memorandum of understanding with Creekstone continues to progress"
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) is a formal agreement between two or more parties that outlines their shared intentions and plans to work together. It acts like a handshake in writing, clarifying each side’s roles and expectations before any official contract is signed. For investors, an MOU signals that parties are serious about collaboration, which can influence future business opportunities and potential growth.
domestic content technical
"considering the shift to domestic content sourcing which carries higher costs"
Domestic content is the share of a product, service, or project—measured by parts, labor, or value—that originates within the same country where it’s sold or contracted. Think of it like a recipe: if most ingredients are locally sourced, the dish has high domestic content. Investors watch this because local content rules affect eligibility for government contracts, taxes, tariffs, subsidies and supply-chain risk, which can change costs and revenue prospects.
long-duration energy-storage technical
"provider of residential solar and commercial long-duration energy-storage solutions"
Long-duration energy storage are technologies that store electricity for many hours to days and release it when needed, like a large reservoir that holds water through dry spells. Investors care because these systems smooth out intermittent renewable power, prevent blackouts, and create new revenue streams by shifting energy sales to higher-priced times; their upfront cost, lifespan and operating efficiency directly affect returns and project risk.

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Revenue increases 50% over prior year quarter, driven by increase in solar system installations

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla., May 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zeo Energy Corp. (Nasdaq: ZEO) (“Zeo,” “Zeo Energy,” or the “Company”), a provider of residential solar and commercial long-duration energy-storage solutions, today reported financial results for the first quarter March 31, 2026.

First Quarter Financial and Operational Highlights

  • First quarter revenue was $13.2 million, up 50% from $8.8 million in the prior year period.
  • Gross profit margin for the quarter increased to $5.6 million from $4.0 million in the prior year period.
  • Contribution profit increased to $2.2 million from a loss of $(2.8) million in the prior year period.
  • First quarter Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, was a loss of $(2.9) million, an improvement from a Adjusted EBITDA loss of $(5.5) million in the prior year period.

Management Commentary

“We grew revenue significantly year-over-year as we continue to focus on core states with low solar penetration rates and large upside potential,” said ZEO Energy Corp. CEO Tim Bridgewater. “Despite the first quarter normally being our slowest period due to the seasonality of our business that peaks in the summer months, we delivered over 50% top-line growth while also reducing our cash operating expenses. We are also continuing to look for ways to reduce costs as we did in the first quarter, especially considering the shift to domestic content sourcing which carries higher costs.”

“At the same time, our work under the memorandum of understanding with Creekstone continues to progress and we will share more details with our investors as they become available. Looking ahead, we remain optimistic about our growth potential in both the residential solar business and our long-duration energy storage business in 2026 and beyond.”

First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Results compare the first quarter of 2026 ending March 31, 2026, to the first quarter of 2025 ending March 31, 2025.

  • Total revenue was $13.2 million in the first quarter of 2026, up 50% from $8.8 million in the 2025 period as a result of an increase in the number of solar system installations.
  • Gross profit increased to $5.6 million, 42.5% of total revenue, in the first quarter of 2026 from $4.0 million, 45.5% of total revenue, in the prior year period due to increased revenue while margins were lower due to higher cost of goods sold from an increase in the use of domestic content product.
  • Contribution profit increased to $2.2 million from a loss of ($2.8) million in the prior year period and contribution margin increased to 17.0% of revenue from (31.5)% of revenue in the prior year period due to higher revenues and better cost control.
  • Net loss for the first quarter of 2026 was $(4.7) million compared to $(13.3) million in the prior year period. The decrease in loss was driven by higher revenues and lower operating expenses which included a 33.9% reduction in general and administrative expenses. The decrease in general and administrative expenses was driven by significant reductions in bad debt expense as the result of the bankruptcy of one of Zeo’s customers and stock-based compensation expense compared to the prior period. This resulted in a narrowing of loss per share to $(0.11) from $(0.48).
  • Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measurement of operating performance reconciled below, increased to $(2.9) million, (21.6)% of total revenue, in the first quarter of 2026 from approximately $(5.5) million, (62.7)% of total revenue, in the comparable 2025 period. The change was primarily related to the improvement in revenue and lower operating expenses.

Additional information regarding Zeo’s results of operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 can be found in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, which has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and can be accessed here.

For more information, please visit the Zeo Energy Corp. website at https://zeoenergy.com/.

About Zeo Energy Corp.

Zeo Energy Corp. (Nasdaq: ZEO) is a diversified clean energy company providing residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale solutions that cut costs and carbon emissions. Based in Florida, Zeo operates Sunergy, a residential solar, distributed energy, and efficiency solutions business, in high-growth markets with limited competitive saturation. It also operates Heliogen, Inc., a long-duration energy generation and storage business designed to deliver renewable power for high-demand applications such as AI, data centers, and other energy-intensive industries. With its vertically integrated approach, Zeo helps customers with a cost-effective transition to 24/7 clean energy.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

In addition to reporting financial results in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), this press release includes certain non-GAAP measures. The Company is providing this non-GAAP measure as a supplement to its financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP which appear in this press release and in the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 as filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned that non-GAAP financial measures are not required to be uniformly applied and are not audited.

Adjusted EBITDA

Zeo Energy defines Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) before interest and other expenses, net, income tax expense, and depreciation and amortization, as adjusted to exclude stock-based compensation. Zeo Energy utilizes Adjusted EBITDA as an internal performance measure in the management of the Company’s operations because the Company believes the exclusion of these non-cash and non-recurring charges allows for a more relevant comparison of Zeo’s results of operations to other companies in the industry. Adjusted EBITDA should not be viewed as a substitute for net loss calculated in accordance with GAAP, and other companies may define Adjusted EBITDA differently.

The following table provides a reconciliation of net income (loss) to Adjusted EBITDA for the periods presented:

  Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
  2026  2025 
Net loss $(4,691,311) $(13,319,363)
Adjustments:        
Other income  (68,437)  (82,363)
Interest expense  10,853   30,277 
(Gain) loss on change in fair value of warrant liabilities  75,900   (663,449)
Income tax provision (benefit)  (92,129)  523,500 
Stock-based compensation  694,368   2,257,139 
Non-recurring transaction-related expenses  138,723   845,859 
Depreciation and amortization  1,081,528   4,900,729 
Adjusted EBITDA $(2,850,505) $(5,507,671)
         
Net loss margin  (35.6)%  (151.6)%
Adjusted EBITDA margin  (21.6)%  (62.7)%


Adjusted EBITDA Margin

Zeo Energy defines Adjusted EBITDA margin, a non-GAAP financial measure, expressed as a percentage, as the ratio of Adjusted EBITDA to revenue, net. Adjusted EBITDA margin measures net income (loss) before interest and other expenses, net, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization, as adjusted to exclude stock-based compensation and is expressed as a percentage of revenue. In the table above, Adjusted EBITDA is reconciled to the most comparable GAAP measure, net income (loss). Zeo Energy utilizes Adjusted EBITDA margin as an internal performance measure in the management of the Company’s operations because the Company believes the exclusion of these non-cash and non-recurring charges allows for a more relevant comparison of the Company’s results of operations to other companies in Zeo’s industry.

The following table sets forth Zeo’s calculations of Adjusted EBITDA margin for the periods presented:

  Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
  2026  2025 
Net loss $(4,691,311) $(13,319,363)
Adjusted EBITDA $(2,850,505) $(5,507,671)
Adjusted EBITDA margin  (21.6)%  (62.7)%


Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are based on beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to the Company. Such statements may include, but are not limited to, statements that refer to projections, forecasts, or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions. The words “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “seek,” “believe,” “project,” “estimate,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely,” “may,” “should,” “will,” along with derivatives of these words and similar references to future periods may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements may include, for example, statements about the future financial performance of the Company; the ability to effectively consolidate the assets of acquired companies and produce the expected results; changes in the Company’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects, the ability to raise additional funds, and plans and objectives of management. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this news release, and current expectations, forecasts, and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks, and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company’s views as of any subsequent date, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, the Company’s actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: (i) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against the Company or others; (ii) the Company’s success in retaining or recruiting, or changes required in, its officers, key employees, or directors; (iii) the Company’s ability to raise additional capital and maintain the listing of its common stock and warrants on Nasdaq; (iv) limited liquidity and trading of the Company’s securities; (v) geopolitical risk and changes in applicable laws or regulations, including tariffs or trade restrictions; (vi) the possibility that the Company may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; (vii) operational risk; (viii) litigation and regulatory enforcement risks, including the diversion of management time and attention and the additional costs and demands on the Company’s resources; (ix) the Company’s ability to effectively consolidate the assets of acquired companies and produce the expected results; and (x) other risks and uncertainties, including those included under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) for the year ended December 31, 2025 and in its subsequent periodic reports and other filings with the SEC.

In light of the significant risks and uncertainties associated with forward-looking statements, you should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by the Company, its respective directors, officers or employees or any other person that the Company will achieve its objectives and plans in any specified time frame, or at all. The forward-looking statements in this news release represent the views of the Company as of the date of this news release. Subsequent events and developments may cause that view to change. However, while the Company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, there is no current intention to do so, except to the extent required by applicable law. You should, therefore, not rely on these forward-looking statements as representing the views of the Company as of any date subsequent to the date of this news release.

Zeo Energy Corp. Contacts

For Investors:
Tom Colton and Greg Bradbury
Gateway Group
ZEO@gateway-grp.com

For Media:
Zach Kadletz
Gateway Group
ZEO@gateway-grp.com

–Financial Tables to Follow–

ZEO ENERGY CORP.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (Unaudited)

  March 31,  December 31, 
  2026  2025 
  (Unaudited)    
ASSETS      
Current Assets      
Cash and cash equivalents $1,731,160  $6,137,939 
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $4,978,233 and $4,777,550, respectively  10,360,929   8,158,909 
Accounts receivable – related parties  765,757   611,807 
Inventories  854,733   852,179 
Contract assets  2,337,408   2,598,623 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  3,982,540   4,192,590 
Total Current Assets  20,032,527   22,552,047 
         
Other assets  67,667   92,712 
Property and equipment, net  1,988,422   2,830,490 
Operating lease right-of-use assets  732,192   897,476 
Finance lease right-of-use assets  276,421   310,539 
Note receivable – related parties  6,343,069   3,153,485 
Goodwill  27,091,695   27,091,695 
TOTAL ASSETS $56,531,993  $56,928,444 
         
LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY        
Current Liabilities        
Accounts payable $5,010,855  $3,769,078 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities  1,847,476   2,421,237 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities – related parties  3,849,754   49,269 
Contract liabilities  623,591   1,301,393 
Current portion of operating lease obligations  611,704   684,819 
Current portion of finance lease obligations  145,767   142,095 
Current portion of long-term debt  24,183   23,526 
Total Current Liabilities  12,113,330   8,391,417 
         
Operating lease obligations, net of current portion  196,281   304,295 
Finance lease obligations, net of current portion  171,017   208,865 
Long-term debt, net of current portion  49,288   55,586 
Warrant liabilities  567,180   491,280 
TOTAL LIABILITIES  13,097,096   9,451,443 
         
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests        
Class A convertible preferred units, 1,500,000 units issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025  17,479,714   17,207,469 
Class B units, 21,380,000 and 22,880,000 units issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively  12,272,120   24,939,200 
         
Stockholders’ Equity        
Class V common stock, $0.0001 par value, 100,000,000 authorized shares; 22,880,000 and 24,380,000 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively  2,288   2,438 
Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value, 300,000,000 authorized shares; 35,139,912 and 33,180,843 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively  3,514   3,318 
Additional paid-in capital  65,063,624   63,394,456 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss  8,251   (4,895)
Accumulated deficit  (51,394,614)  (58,064,985)
TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY  13,683,063   5,330,332 
TOTAL LIABILITIES, REDEEMABLE NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY $56,531,993  $56,928,444 


ZEO ENERGY CORP.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited)

  Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
  2026  2025 
Revenues      
Revenue, net $12,155,521  $6,216,391 
Related party revenue, net  1,029,423   2,567,304 
Total Net Revenues  13,184,944   8,783,695 
         
Operating Expenses        
Cost of revenues  7,580,046   4,789,679 
Depreciation and amortization  1,081,528   4,900,729 
Sales and marketing  3,011,770   3,112,799 
General and administrative  6,276,724   9,491,886 
Total Operating Expenses  17,950,068   22,295,093 
         
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS  (4,765,124)  (13,511,398)
         
Other Income (Expense)        
Other income  68,437   82,363 
Interest expense  (10,853)  (30,277)
Gain (loss) on change in fair value of warrant liabilities  (75,900)  663,449 
Total Other Income (Expense)  (18,316)  715,535 
         
NET LOSS FROM OPERATIONS BEFORE INCOME TAXES  (4,783,440)  (12,795,863)
Income tax benefit (provision)  92,129   (523,500)
NET LOSS $(4,691,311) $(13,319,363)
         
Less: Net loss attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interests  (1,178,637)  (6,958,098)
NET LOSS ATTRIBUTABLE TO CLASS A COMMON STOCKHOLDERS $(3,512,674) $(6,361,265)
         
LOSS PER CLASS A COMMON SHARE – BASIC AND DILUTED $(0.11) $(0.48)
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE CLASS A COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING – BASIC AND DILUTED  33,377,040   13,252,964 
         
COMPREHENSIVE LOSS        
Foreign currency translation adjustments  (13,146)   
NET COMPREHENSIVE LOSS $(3,499,528) $(6,361,265)


ZEO ENERGY CORP.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)

  Three Months Ended
March 31,
 
  2026  2025 
       
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES      
Net loss $(4,691,311) $(13,319,363)
Adjustment to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities        
Depreciation and amortization  1,081,528   4,885,729 
Amortization of debt discount     15,000 
(Gain) loss on change in fair value of warrant liabilities  75,900   (663,449)
Stock-based compensation  663,053   2,193,630 
Class A common stock issued to employees for services  31,315   63,509 
Provision for credit losses  200,683   3,538,569 
Non-cash operating lease expense  165,284   180,643 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:        
Accounts receivable  (2,402,703)  1,742,908 
Accounts receivable – related parties  (153,950)  (94,441)
Inventories  (2,554)  25,075 
Contract assets  261,215   32,609 
Prepaids and other current assets  204,075   1,138,288 
Other assets  25,045    
Interest receivable – related parties  (39,584)  (37,656)
Accounts payable  1,254,681   788,747 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities  (467,073)  (1,465,223)
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities – related parties  3,800,485   (1,038,972)
Contract liabilities  (677,802)  (82,190)
Contract liabilities – related parties     (2,000)
Operating lease payments  (181,129)  (164,851)
Net cash used in operating activities  (852,842)  (2,263,438)
         
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES        
Purchases of property and equipment  (205,342)  (372,578)
Investment in note receivable – related party  (3,150,000)   
Net cash used in investing activities  (3,355,342)  (372,578)
         
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES        
Net proceeds from Class A common stock issued in connection with a committed equity facility  13,455    
Repayments of finance lease liabilities  (34,176)  (31,696)
Repayments of debt  (5,641)  (72,300)
Dividends paid to OpCo Class A preferred unit holders  (160,153)   
Tax withholdings paid related to stock-based compensation  (11,609)   
Net cash used in financing activities  (198,124)  (103,996)
         
Effect of foreign exchange on cash  (471)   
         
NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS  (4,406,779)  (2,740,012)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period  6,137,939   5,634,115 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period $1,731,160  $2,894,103 
         
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION        
Cash paid for interest $10,853  $25,785 
Cash paid for income taxes $  $ 
         
NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES        
Net loss attributable to redeemable noncontrolling interest $1,611,035  $7,363,336 
OpCo Class A preferred dividends $432,398  $405,237 
Subsequent measurement of redeemable noncontrolling interest $10,183,045  $51,448,264 
Class A common stock issued upon vesting of restricted stock awards $12  $ 
Class A common stock issued in exchange for Class V common stock $150  $850 
Fair value of Class A common stock issued in exchange for OpCo Class B units $873,000  $18,785,000 
Class A common stock issued for commitment fee $100,000  $ 
Reverse recapitalization related deferred taxes and adjustments $  $238,491 

FAQ

How did Zeo Energy (Nasdaq: ZEO) perform in Q1 2026?

Zeo Energy grew Q1 2026 revenue 50% to $13.2 million, but remained unprofitable. According to Zeo Energy, net loss narrowed to $4.7 million from $13.3 million, supported by higher revenue and lower operating expenses, including reduced general and administrative costs.

What were Zeo Energy's Q1 2026 revenue and growth compared to 2025?

Zeo Energy reported Q1 2026 revenue of $13.2 million, up from $8.8 million in 2025. According to Zeo Energy, the 50% year-over-year increase was primarily driven by growth in the number of residential solar system installations during the quarter.

Did Zeo Energy improve profitability metrics like net loss and EPS in Q1 2026?

Zeo Energy reduced its Q1 2026 net loss to $4.7 million, with loss per share narrowing to $0.11. According to Zeo Energy, this improvement versus a $13.3 million loss and $0.48 per share in 2025 came from higher revenues and lower operating expenses.

What was Zeo Energy's Adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2026 and how did it change?

Zeo Energy reported Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of negative $2.9 million, improving from negative $5.5 million. According to Zeo Energy, Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to negative 21.6% of revenue from negative 62.7%, mainly due to higher revenue and reduced operating expenses.

How did Zeo Energy's gross profit and margins change in Q1 2026?

Zeo Energy's Q1 2026 gross profit increased to $5.6 million, but margin fell to 42.5%. According to Zeo Energy, this compared with $4.0 million and 45.5% a year earlier, with lower margins tied to higher cost of goods sold from more domestic content products.

What happened to Zeo Energy's contribution profit and margin in Q1 2026?

Zeo Energy delivered Q1 2026 contribution profit of $2.2 million, versus a $2.8 million loss in 2025. According to Zeo Energy, contribution margin improved to 17.0% of revenue from negative 31.5%, reflecting higher revenues and stronger cost control.

How did operating expenses, including general and administrative costs, impact Zeo Energy in Q1 2026?

Zeo Energy lowered operating expenses in Q1 2026, helping reduce its net loss. According to Zeo Energy, general and administrative expenses fell 33.9%, driven by lower bad debt expense related to a prior customer bankruptcy and reduced stock-based compensation versus the prior year period.