Atlas Energy (AESI) Earnings Call Transcript
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by newsfeedback@fool.com (Motley Fool Transcribing)February 24, 2026
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Atlas Energy Solutions (AESI) reported strong financial performance despite facing headwinds from unsustainably low sand prices and operational challenges in the Permian basin. The company generated $249 million in quarterly revenue, with full-year sales reaching $1.1 billion. Adjusted EBITDA came in at $36.7 million for the quarter, reflecting a 15% margin, while annual EBITDA totaled $221.7 million, or 20%. Key drivers included logistics contributions of $558.8 million and proppant sales of $478 million, though margins were compressed due to competitive pricing pressures.
The company’s Dune Express logistics hub continued to shine, handling a record-breaking 2.1 million tons in the quarter, including a monthly high of 760,000 tons in November. However,Atlas faced challenges, such as elevated operating costs at its Kermit Complex due to dredge limitations and lost production from a January winter storm, which reduced Q1 EBITDA by $6 million. Despite these hurdles, Atlas achieved its $20 million annualized cost-saving target through workforce optimization and supply chain improvements.
In the power segment, Atlas announced significant strides in transitioning to “power-as-a-service.” The company secured a $375 million lease facility for its power assets and placed orders for two 40 MW generation packages. These moves align with its goal of deploying 500 MW of hybrid power systems by 2027, leveraging its patented battery/generator technology to improve cost efficiency and maintenance in oilfield operations.
While Atlas maintained strong financial performance, risks loom large. Perm
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Originally published on The Motley Fool on 2/24/2026