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Hallador Energy (Nasdaq: HNRG) adds $1B capacity deal, posts Q1 loss

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Hallador Energy Company reported a weak first quarter but announced a major long-term contract. For Q1 2026, total sales and operating revenues were $101.8 million, down from $117.7 million in Q1 2025, and the company posted a net loss of $9.3 million versus prior-year net income of $10.0 million. Operating cash flow was $20.5 million, and Adjusted EBITDA was $5.5 million.

The company signed a new 12-year capacity-only agreement with a utility subsidiary covering planning years 2028–2040, priced at more than 2x historical capacity pricing and expected to generate over $1 billion of contracted revenue. Together with a previously announced three-year deal, capacity-only sales total about $1.1 billion, nearly doubling Hallador’s forward sales book. As of March 31, 2026, total contracted revenue across power and coal for 2026–2029 was about $1.24 billion, and bank debt, net was reduced to zero while cash and cash equivalents increased to $36.8 million.

Positive

  • Transformative 12-year capacity agreement: Hallador signed a capacity-only contract for planning years 2028–2040, priced at more than 2x historical capacity pricing and expected to generate over $1 billion of contracted revenue, nearly doubling its forward sales book when combined with a prior three-year deal.
  • Stronger contracted revenue base: As of March 31, 2026, total contracted revenue across accredited capacity, energy, and coal for 2026–2029 was about $1.24 billion, giving multi-year visibility into future cash flows.
  • Improved balance sheet: Bank debt, net was reduced from $29.7 million at December 31, 2025 to zero by March 31, 2026, while cash and cash equivalents increased to $36.8 million, strengthening liquidity and reducing financial risk.

Negative

  • Profitability deterioration: Q1 2026 swung to a net loss of $9.3 million from net income of $10.0 million in Q1 2025, and Adjusted EBITDA declined from $19.3 million to $5.5 million, reflecting weaker operating performance.
  • Revenue decline and higher costs: Total sales and operating revenues fell from $117.7 million in Q1 2025 to $101.8 million in Q1 2026, driven largely by lower electric sales, while cost of purchased power and other expenses increased, pressuring margins.

Insights

Large long-term capacity deal boosts visibility despite a weak quarter.

Hallador Energy posted Q1 2026 revenue of $101.8 million and a net loss of $9.3 million, reversing from prior-year profit as electric sales fell and operating expenses rose. Adjusted EBITDA dropped to $5.5 million, indicating softer near-term profitability.

The newly signed 12-year capacity-only agreement for planning years 2028–2040 is expected to generate over $1 billion of contracted revenue at more than 2x historical capacity pricing. Combined with the earlier three-year deal, capacity-only sales of about $1.1 billion nearly double the forward sales book and significantly extend contracted cash flow visibility.

Balance sheet quality improved: cash and cash equivalents rose to $36.8 million as of March 31, 2026, while bank debt, net fell to zero. Total contracted revenue across power and coal from 2026–2029 reached about $1.24 billion. Actual impact will depend on regulatory approvals for the capacity contract, which are anticipated in the second half of 2026, and on execution of planned plant reliability upgrades.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Q1 2026 revenue $101.8 million Total sales and operating revenues for Q1 2026
Q1 2026 net income (loss) -$9.3 million Net loss for Q1 2026 versus $10.0 million profit in Q1 2025
Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $5.5 million Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2026, down from $19.3 million
Operating cash flow $20.5 million Net cash provided by operating activities in Q1 2026
12-year capacity agreement value Over $1 billion Expected cumulative contracted revenue 2028–2040
Capacity-only sales total Approximately $1.1 billion Combined value of three-year and 12-year capacity-only agreements
Total contracted revenue 2026–2029 $1,244.67 million Total contracted revenue across segments as of March 31, 2026
Cash and bank debt, net $36.8M cash, $0 bank debt Cash and cash equivalents and bank debt, net as of March 31, 2026
capacity agreement financial
"Hallador signed a 12-year agreement to sell a substantial portion of its accredited capacity"
A capacity agreement is a contract where one party promises to provide a set amount of production, service, or delivery capability (such as factory output, power generation, or transport slots) over a defined period, while the other party typically pays to reserve or guarantee that availability. For investors, these deals matter because they create predictable revenue or cost commitments—like reserving seats on a flight—that reduce uncertainty about future cash flow, operational risk, and the company’s ability to meet demand or regulatory obligations.
accredited capacity technical
"selling approximately 2/3rds of our accredited capacity starting in late 2028"
Accredited capacity describes the role or authority someone holds because a regulator, certifier, or institution has formally approved them to carry out specific duties or access certain information. It matters to investors because that status determines who can make binding decisions, receive confidential disclosures or take part in restricted deals—think of it like having a specialized license that allows certain official actions and access.
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"Q1 Net Loss of $9.3 Million, with Adj. EBITDA of $5.5 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.
forward sales book financial
"Together, these two capacity-only sales total approximately $1.1B, nearly doubling our forward sales book"
contract liabilities financial
"Contract liabilities - current | 130,170 | 103,343"
Contract liabilities are amounts a company has been paid in advance for goods or services it still owes to customers — think of them like gift cards or prepaid subscriptions the company must fulfill later. For investors, they show promised future work or deliveries that will turn into revenue over time, reveal cash already collected, and help assess whether a firm has a backlog of obligations that could affect future earnings and cash flow.
Independent Power Producer (IPP) technical
"Hallador Energy Company (Nasdaq: HNRG) is a vertically-integrated Independent Power Producer (IPP)"
An independent power producer (IPP) is a privately owned company that builds and runs power plants to sell electricity to utilities, businesses, or on wholesale markets instead of being part of a government utility. For investors, an IPP is like a landlord of energy-generating assets: its income comes from selling kilowatts, so profitability and risk depend on contract terms, fuel or technology costs, and market electricity prices.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 6, 2026

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Hallador Energy Company

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Colorado

001-34743

84-1014610

(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

1183 East Canvasback DriveTerre HauteIndiana 47802

(Address, including zip code, of principal executive offices)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (812299-2800

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

  Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

 

Trading Symbol

 

Name of each exchange
on which registered

Common Shares, $.01 par value

 

HNRG

 

Nasdaq

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

Item 2.02 - Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On May 6, 2026, Hallador Energy Company issued a press release announcing its first quarter 2026 financial and operating results. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.

The information included in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, that is furnished pursuant to this Item 2.02 shall not be deemed to be “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. In addition, the information included in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, that is furnished pursuant to this Item 2.02 shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company, whether made before or after the date hereof, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing, unless expressly incorporated by specific reference into such filing.

Item 9.01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d)  Exhibits

99.1 – Hallador Energy Company Signs 12-Year Capacity Agreement for Over $1 Billion; Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

May 6, 2026

By:

/s/ TODD E. TELESZ

 

 

Todd E. Telesz

CFO

EXHIBIT 99.1

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Hallador Energy Company Signs 12-Year Capacity Agreement for Over $1 Billion; Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results

- Q1 Total Revenue of $101.8 Million, with Operating Cash Flow of $20.5 Million -

- Q1 Net Loss of $9.3 Million, with Adj. EBITDA of $5.5 Million -

- On May 1, Hallador Signed a Capacity Agreement, for years 2028 – 2040, at More Than 2x Historical Capacity Pricing, Expected to Generate Over $1 Billion of Contracted Revenue -

TERRE HAUTE, Ind., May 6, 2026 – Hallador Energy Company (Nasdaq: HNRG) (“Hallador” or the “Company”) today reported its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Company is also announcing a newly signed 12-year capacity agreement with a subsidiary of a utility, which is further detailed below.

“In the last few months, we have made significant progress advancing our long-term contracting strategy, together with the three-year capacity agreement we announced in March for planning years 2026, 2027 and 2028, culminating now with the execution of a 12-year capacity agreement selling approximately 2/3rds of our accredited capacity starting in late 2028 through mid-2040. Together, these two capacity-only sales total approximately $1.1B, nearly doubling our forward sales book and making the Company substantially sold-forward on accredited capacity across the next fourteen consecutive years. We continue to see strong pricing signals for our remaining unsold capacity and continue to pursue opportunities in the market to add to our already substantial forward sales positions,” said Brent Bilsland, President and Chief Executive Officer. “These agreements provide durable revenue visibility and balance sheet support and are expected to convert to cash flow at a very high rate, enabling the company to focus on disciplined capital allocation across potential growth initiatives such as our proposed 515MW gas plant project and our dual-fuel ambitions for our existing 1-GW Merom Power Plant.”

“From an operating standpoint, first quarter results were generally in-line with expectations and reflect the impact of our previously disclosed availability constraints at Merom. With our planned plant outage now underway, emphasizing key reliability upgrades, we expect a meaningful improvement in performance as we move through the year and into the peak demand seasons.”

Capacity Agreement Overview

Hallador signed a 12-year agreement to sell a substantial portion of its accredited capacity to a subsidiary of a utility for planning years 2028 through 2040. The agreement initially covers a smaller volume of accredited capacity in 2028, increasing to approximately 2/3rds of the company’s accredited capacity beginning in 2029 through 2040. The sale is priced above the recent three-year agreement signed in March, and pricing is the same for all 12 years of the contract. Hallador expects to generate more than $1 billion in cumulative revenue from the agreement, nearly doubling its forward sales book, and is expected to convert to free cash flow at a very high rate. The structure is capacity-only and does not include the sale of energy, allowing the Company to retain flexibility to optimize future energy sales. The agreement is subject to customary regulatory approvals anticipated to be received in the second half of 2026.

First Quarter 2026 Highlights 

 

First quarter results reflected previously disclosed availability constraints at Merom, partially offset by continued strength in accredited capacity pricing and forward sales execution.

oTotal revenue was $101.8 million in the first quarter of 2026 compared to $117.7 million in the prior year period, driven by lower electric sales due to reduced generation at Merom, partially offset by higher accredited capacity revenue and improved coal pricing.

oNet loss was $(9.3) million compared to net income of $10.0 million in the prior year period, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.5 million compared to $19.3 million in the prior year period.


The Company generated $20.5 million of operating cash flow in the first quarter, which was partially used to fund capex.  

oHallador had no outstanding bank debt at March 31, 2026, compared to $29.7 million at December 31, 2025 and $23.0 million at March 31, 2025.

 

oTotal liquidity was $97.5 million at March 31, 2026, following the signing of its new credit facility in early March, compared to $38.8 million at December 31, 2025, and $69.0 million at March 31, 2025. 

oCapital expenditures in the first quarter were $7.7 million compared to $11.7 million in the year-ago period. 

Hallador continues to execute on its contracting strategy, increasing long-term revenue visibility and monetizing its dispatchable generation platform.

 

oSubsequent to quarter-end, the Company entered into a 12-year capacity agreement expected to generate more than $1 billion of contracted revenue through 2040, nearly doubling its forward sales book.

oAs of March 31, 2026, Hallador had approximately $1.2 billion of total forward energy, capacity and coal sales commitments through 2029, or $859.6 million excluding the coal sales to Merom. Neither of these totals include the recently signed 12-year capacity agreement.

Financial Summary ($ in Millions and Unaudited)

  ​ ​ ​

Q1 2026

  ​ ​ ​

Q1 2025

Electric Sales

$

65.1

$

85.9

Coal Sales - 3rd Party

$

35.1

$

30.2

Other Revenue

$

1.6

$

1.6

Total Sales and Operating Revenue

$

101.8

$

117.7

Net Income (Loss)

$

(9.3)

$

10.0

Operating Cash Flow

$

20.5

$

38.4

Adjusted EBITDA*

$

5.5

$

19.3


*   Non-GAAP financial measure, defined as EBITDA plus effects of certain subsidiary and equity method investment activity, less other amortization, plus certain operating activities including stock-based compensation, asset retirement obligations accretion, less gain on disposal or abandonment of assets, plus loss on extinguishment of debt and other reclassifications such as special non-recurring project expenses.

Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered an alternative to net income, income from operations, cash flows from operating activities, or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. Our method of computing Adjusted EBITDA may not be the same method used to compute similar measures reported by other companies. Management believes the non-GAAP financial measure, Adjusted EBITDA, is an important measure in analyzing our operations.


Reconciliation of GAAP "Net Income (Loss)" to non-GAAP "Adjusted EBITDA"

(In $ Thousands and Unaudited)

  ​ ​ ​

Three Months Ended

  ​ ​ ​

March 31, 

  ​ ​ ​

2026

  ​ ​ ​

2025

NET INCOME (LOSS)

$

(9,321)

$

9,979

Interest expense

 

3,970

 

3,723

Income tax expense (benefit)

 

(504)

 

Depreciation, depletion and amortization

 

10,606

14,977

EBITDA

 

4,751

 

28,679

Stock-based compensation

 

1,135

 

1,084

Asset retirement obligations accretion

 

408

 

427

Other amortization (1)

 

(951)

 

(11,334)

Gain on disposal or abandonment of assets, net

 

(201)

 

(21)

Loss on extinguishment of debt

230

Equity method loss

121

236

Other reclassifications

14

239

ADJUSTED EBITDA

$

5,507

$

19,310

(1)
Other amortization relates to the non-cash amortization of the Hoosier PPA entered into and parts and supplies inventory acquired in connection with the acquisition of the Merom Power Plant in 2022.

Forward Sales Position - (unaudited)*

  ​ ​ ​

2026

  ​ ​ ​

2027

  ​ ​ ​

2028

  ​ ​ ​

2029

  ​ ​ ​

Total

Power

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

Accredited Capacity

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

Average daily contracted accredited capacity MW

 

781

 

782

 

668

 

340

 

Average contracted accredited capacity price per MWd

$

246

$

264

$

300

$

398

 

Contracted accredited capacity revenue (in millions)

$

52.82

$

75.26

$

73.28

$

20.44

$

221.80

Energy

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

Contracted MWh (in millions)

 

3.10

 

3.06

 

1.09

 

0.27

 

7.52

Average contracted price per MWh

$

43.74

$

46.50

$

52.94

$

51.33

Contracted revenue (in millions)

$

135.59

$

142.29

$

57.70

$

13.86

$

349.44

Total Accredited Capacity & Energy Revenue (in millions)

$

188.41

$

217.55

$

130.98

$

34.30

$

571.24

Coal

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

  ​

Priced tons - 3rd party (in millions)

 

2.10

 

2.50

 

0.50

 

5.10

Avg price per ton - 3rd party

$

55.73

$

56.74

$

59.00

 

Contracted coal revenue - 3rd party (in millions)

$

117.03

$

141.85

$

29.50

$

$

288.38

TOTAL CONTRACTED REVENUE (IN MILLIONS) - CONSOLIDATED

$

305.44

$

359.40

$

160.48

$

34.30

$

859.62

Priced tons - Intercompany (in millions)

 

2.08

 

2.30

 

3.17

 

 

7.55

Avg price per ton - Intercompany

$

51.00

$

51.00

$

51.00

 

Contracted coal revenue - Intercompany (in millions)

$

106.08

$

117.30

$

161.67

$

$

385.05

TOTAL CONTRACTED REVENUE (IN MILLIONS) - SEGMENT

$

411.52

$

476.70

$

322.15

$

34.30

$

1,244.67

* Actual revenue related to forward sales positions may differ materially for various reasons, including price adjustment features for coal quality and cost escalations, volume optionality provisions, including rollover of unfulfilled coal commitments into future periods, and potential force majeure events. Forward sales figures in the 2026 column are for the period from April 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The table above reflects contracted balances as of March 31, 2026 and does not include the recently signed 12-year capacity agreement.


Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains 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 Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). Statements that are not strictly historical statements constitute forward-looking statements and may often, but not always, be identified by the use of such words such as "expects," "believes," "intends," "anticipates," "plans," "estimates," "guidance," "target," "potential," "possible," or "probableor statements that certain actions, events or results "may," "will," "should,or "couldbe taken, occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, those relating to our ability to participate in the ERAS program (which ultimately requires the approval of MISO of our application and is a capital intensive project subject to construction, operational, financial, regulatory and legal risks that could impact the project’s viability and/or timeline) and achieve the expected benefits thereof, our ability to secure agreements in support of the development and construction of planned projects, including the expansion of our Merom Generating Station, and our expectations with respect to potential accelerating demand for accredited capacity. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and analyses made by Hallador and its management in light of experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors appropriate under the circumstances that involve various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the statements. These risks include, but are not limited to, those set forth in Hallador’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and other Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Hallador undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements except as required by law.

Conference Call and Webcast

Hallador management will host a conference call today, May 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss its financial and operational results, followed by a question-and-answer period.

Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time

Toll-free dial-in number: (800) 715-9871

International dial-in number: (646) 307-1963

Conference ID: 8503380

Live webcast registration link: here

The conference call will also be broadcast live and available for replay in the investor relations section of the Company’s website at www.halladorenergy.com.

About Hallador Energy Company

Hallador Energy Company (Nasdaq: HNRG) is a vertically-integrated Independent Power Producer (IPP) based in Terre Haute, Indiana. The Company has two core businesses: Hallador Power Company, LLC, which produces electricity and provides accredited capacity at its one-Gigawatt (GW) Merom Generating Station, and Sunrise Coal, LLC, which produces and supplies fuel to the Merom Generating Station and other companies. To learn more about Hallador, visit the Company’s website at www.halladorenergy.com.

Company Contact

Todd E. Telesz

Chief Financial Officer

TTelesz@halladorenergy.com

Investor Relations Contact

Sean Mansouri, CFA

Elevate IR

(720) 330-2829

HNRG@elevate-ir.com


Hallador Energy Company

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except per share data)

(unaudited)

  ​ ​ ​

March 31, 

  ​ ​ ​

December 31, 

2026

2025

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

36,778

 

$

10,070

Restricted cash

 

6,585

 

 

5,302

Accounts receivable

 

9,152

 

 

13,989

Inventory

 

47,164

 

 

42,534

Parts and supplies

 

47,893

 

 

45,854

Prepaid expenses

 

1,604

 

 

5,638

Other current assets

1,927

Total current assets

 

151,103

 

 

123,387

Property, plant and equipment:

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Land and mineral rights

 

69,952

 

 

69,952

Buildings and equipment

 

440,682

 

 

421,037

Mine development

 

102,302

 

 

102,302

Construction work in progress

35,788

39,671

Finance lease right-of-use assets

 

12,591

 

 

12,591

Total property, plant and equipment

 

661,315

 

 

645,553

Less - accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization

 

(376,481)

 

 

(367,775)

Total property, plant and equipment, net

 

284,834

 

 

277,778

Equity method investments

 

2,528

 

 

2,647

Operating lease right-of-use assets

2,315

Other noncurrent assets

 

7,852

 

 

4,241

Total assets

$

448,632

 

$

408,053

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Current liabilities:

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Accounts payable

$

19,818

 

$

12,594

Accrued liabilities and other

35,078

29,254

Current portion of lease financing

 

4,981

 

 

7,411

Contract liabilities - current

 

130,170

 

 

103,343

Total current liabilities

 

190,047

 

 

152,602

Long-term liabilities:

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Bank debt, net

 

 

 

29,678

Long-term lease financing

 

617

 

 

1,338

Deferred income taxes

1,329

1,833

Asset retirement obligations

 

15,649

 

 

15,241

Contract liabilities - long-term

 

32,148

 

 

45,714

Other

 

3,268

 

 

1,814

Total long-term liabilities

 

53,011

 

 

95,618

Total liabilities

 

243,058

 

 

248,220

Commitments and contingencies (Note 14)

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Stockholders' equity:

 

  ​

 

 

  ​

Preferred stock, $.10 par value, 10,000 shares authorized; none issued

 

 

 

Common stock, $.01 par value, 100,000 shares authorized; 47,132 and 43,817 issued and outstanding, as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively

 

471

 

 

438

Additional paid-in capital

 

257,992

 

 

202,963

Retained deficit

 

(52,889)

 

 

(43,568)

Total stockholders’ equity

 

205,574

 

 

159,833

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

448,632

 

$

408,053


Hallador Energy Company

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

(in thousands, except per share data)

(unaudited)

Three Months Ended March 31, 

  ​ ​ ​

2026

  ​ ​ ​

2025

 

SALES AND OPERATING REVENUES:

 

  ​

 

  ​

 

Electric sales

$

65,096

$

85,943

Coal sales

35,080

30,185

Other revenues

 

1,631

 

1,596

Total sales and operating revenues

 

101,807

 

117,724

EXPENSES:

 

  ​

 

  ​

Fuel

14,963

15,210

Other operating and maintenance costs

29,156

28,389

Cost of purchased power

14,863

6,840

Utilities

3,333

4,152

Labor

27,388

27,029

Depreciation, depletion and amortization

 

10,606

 

14,977

Asset retirement obligations accretion

 

408

 

427

Exploration costs

 

84

 

21

General and administrative

 

6,858

 

6,825

Gain on disposal or abandonment of assets, net

(201)

(21)

Total operating expenses

 

107,458

 

103,849

INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS

 

(5,651)

 

13,875

Interest income

147

63

Interest expense (1)

 

(3,970)

 

(3,723)

Loss on extinguishment of debt

 

(230)

 

Equity method investment (loss)

 

(121)

 

(236)

NET INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAXES

 

(9,825)

 

9,979

INCOME TAX EXPENSE (BENEFIT):

 

  ​

 

  ​

Current

 

 

Deferred

 

(504)

 

Total income tax expense (benefit)

 

(504)

 

NET INCOME (LOSS)

$

(9,321)

$

9,979

NET INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE:

 

  ​

 

  ​

Basic

$

(0.20)

$

0.23

Diluted

$

(0.20)

$

0.23

WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING

 

  ​

 

  ​

Basic

 

46,519

 

42,619

Diluted

 

46,519

 

43,462

(1) Interest Expense:

 

  ​

 

  ​

Interest on bank debt

  ​ ​ ​

$

862

  ​ ​ ​

$

1,494

Other interest

 

2,834

 

1,732

Amortization of debt issuance costs

 

274

 

497

Total interest expense

$

3,970

$

3,723


Hallador Energy Company

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

  ​ ​ ​

Three Months Ended March 31, 

  ​ ​ ​

2026

  ​ ​ ​

2025

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

Net income (loss)

$

(9,321)

$

9,979

Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:

Deferred income tax (benefit)

 

(504)

 

Equity method investment loss

 

121

 

236

Depreciation, depletion and amortization

 

10,606

 

14,977

Gain on disposal or abandonment of assets, net

 

(201)

 

(21)

Loss on extinguishment of debt

230

Amortization of debt issuance costs

 

274

 

497

Asset retirement obligations accretion

 

408

 

427

Cash paid on asset retirement obligation reclamation

 

(148)

 

(156)

Stock-based compensation

 

1,135

 

1,084

Amortization of contract liabilities

 

(36,447)

 

(35,669)

Accretion on contract liabilities

2,834

1,560

Amortization of right-of-use assets

87

Other

1,533

3,224

Change in current assets and liabilities:

 

 

Accounts receivable

 

4,837

 

2,856

Inventory

 

(4,630)

 

367

Parts and supplies

 

(2,039)

 

(1,033)

Prepaid expenses

 

(2,580)

 

(330)

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities

 

7,427

 

3,124

Contract liabilities

 

46,874

 

37,297

Net cash provided by operating activities

20,496

38,419

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

 

  ​

 

  ​

Capital expenditures

(7,681)

(11,693)

Proceeds from sale of equipment

 

201

 

21

Net cash used in investing activities

 

(7,480)

 

(11,672)

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

 

  ​

 

Payments on bank debt

 

(56,700)

 

(33,000)

Borrowings of bank debt

 

26,700

 

12,000

Payments on lease financing

(3,172)

(1,693)

Debt issuance costs

 

(5,780)

Proceeds from ATM offering, net of issuance costs

 

201

 

Proceeds from public offering, net of issuance costs

53,764

Taxes paid on vesting of RSUs

 

(38)

 

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

 

14,975

 

(22,693)

Increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

27,991

 

4,054

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, beginning of period

 

15,372

 

12,153

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period

$

43,363

$

16,207

CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND RESTRICTED CASH:

 

  ​

 

Cash and cash equivalents

$

36,778

$

6,891

Restricted cash

 

6,585

 

9,316

$

43,363

$

16,207

SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:

 

  ​

 

Cash paid for interest

$

1,002

$

1,830

Non-cash change in capital expenditures included in accounts payable and prepaid expense

$

9,981

$

(1,649)

Right-of-use asset additions

$

2,402

$


FAQ

What were Hallador Energy (HNRG) Q1 2026 revenues and earnings?

Hallador Energy reported Q1 2026 sales and operating revenues of $101.8 million and a net loss of $9.3 million. In Q1 2025, revenue was $117.7 million with net income of $10.0 million, showing a year-over-year decline in both revenue and profitability.

What is the value of Hallador Energy’s new 12-year capacity agreement?

Hallador’s new 12-year capacity-only agreement, covering planning years 2028–2040, is expected to generate over $1 billion of contracted revenue. Pricing is more than 2x historical capacity levels, and the rate is fixed for all 12 years of the contract term.

How much contracted revenue does Hallador Energy have for 2026–2029?

As of March 31, 2026, Hallador had total contracted revenue of about $1.24 billion across power and coal for 2026–2029. This includes accredited capacity, energy, and coal contracts, and excludes the newly signed 12-year capacity agreement beginning in 2028.

How did Hallador Energy’s Adjusted EBITDA change in Q1 2026?

Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2026 was $5.5 million, down from $19.3 million in Q1 2025. The decline reflects lower electric sales and higher operating costs, even though the company continued to generate positive operating cash flow of $20.5 million during the quarter.

What is Hallador Energy’s current debt and cash position?

As of March 31, 2026, Hallador reported cash and cash equivalents of $36.8 million and no bank debt, net, compared with $10.1 million of cash and $29.7 million of bank debt, net, at December 31, 2025, indicating a significantly stronger balance sheet.

When is regulatory approval expected for Hallador Energy’s new capacity contract?

The new 12-year capacity agreement is subject to customary regulatory approvals. Hallador indicates these approvals are anticipated in the second half of 2026, after which the contract would support long-term contracted revenue starting with planning year 2028.

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