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Solaris Energy Q3 Earnings Preview: Another Beat Likely?

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Key Takeaways

  • SEI's Q3 earnings are projected at 17 cents per share, with revenues expected to rise 51.6% year over year.
  • Strong data center demand could lift Power Solutions EBITDA to $104 million, up from $96 million in Q2.
  • SEI raised its Q3 EBITDA guidance to $110-$130 million, aided by its acquisition and stronger power services.

Solaris Energy Infrastructure (SEI - Free Report) is set to release third-quarter 2026 results on Nov. 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the to-be-reported quarter is a profit of 17 cents per share on revenues of $252.9 million.

Let’s delve into the factors that might have influenced the company’s performance in the September quarter. But it’s worth taking a look at SEI’s previous-quarter performance first.

Highlights of Q2 Earnings & Surprise History

In the last reported quarter, this Houston, TX-based oilfield solutions provider beat the consensus mark, driven by the results of the Power Solutions segment. Solaris Energy Infrastructure reported adjusted net income per share of 39 cents in the second quarter, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 31 cents. Revenues of $219.4 million also topped the consensus estimate by 10.8%.

SEI beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the last four quarters. This is depicted in the graph below:

Trend in Estimate Revision

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the third-quarter bottom line has remained unchanged in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 46.9% decline year over year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues, however, suggests a 51.6% increase from the year-ago period.

Factors to Consider

Solaris Energy Infrastructure's Power Solutions segment is likely to have benefited from rising demand for dedicated power infrastructure, particularly from data center operators. The segment generated $96 million in adjusted EBITDA during the second quarter, reflecting 34% sequential growth. Additionally, expanded service offerings, including electrical distribution and other supporting services, could strengthen third-quarter profitability. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter 2026 Power Solutions adjusted EBITDA is pegged at $104 million. Continued demand for reliable power and broader customer service requirements could support the segment's earnings performance.

SEI's acquisition of Global Energy Services Alliance in July 2026 is likely to have supported third-quarter earnings by adding installation, maintenance, equipment repair and other power-related services. The addition, alongside stronger performance from existing power services, prompted management to raise third-quarter adjusted EBITDA guidance to $110-$130 million from $90-$105 million. The higher outlook suggests that stronger service demand and contributions from acquired businesses could lift quarterly earnings.

Solaris Energy Infrastructure's Logistics Solutions segment could have benefited from sustained demand for equipment used in oilfield operations and a favorable mix of projects. During the second quarter, adjusted EBITDA increased 7% sequentially to $25 million despite a 10% revenue decline, indicating improved profitability. Management also highlighted strong demand for its top-fill equipment, with available capacity effectively sold out. These conditions could have supported equipment utilization and service activity during the third quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the segment's third-quarter revenues is pegged at $68 million compared with $61 million reported in the preceding quarter.

Why a Likely Positive Surprise?

Our proven model predicts a likely earnings beat for Solaris Energy Infrastructure this season. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. That is the case here.

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SEI has an Earnings ESP of +8.00% and a Zacks Rank #1.

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Other Stocks to Consider

Solaris Energy Infrastructure is not the only company looking up this earnings cycle. Here are some other energy firms that you may want to consider on the basis of our model:

Permian Resources (PR - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +6.24% and a Zacks Rank #1. The firm is scheduled to release earnings on Nov. 4.

Permian Resources beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings in each of the last four quarters, with the average being 20.3%. Valued at more than $21 billion, PR has surged 103.5% in a year.

Targa Resources (TRGP - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +2.05% and a Zacks Rank #2. The firm is scheduled to release earnings on Nov. 5.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings of Targa Resources indicates 34.5% growth. Valued at around $65.6 billion, TRGP is up 102.7% in a year.

Gulfport Energy (GPOR - Free Report) has an Earnings ESP of +1.49% and a Zacks Rank #3.Gulfport Energy is scheduled to release earnings on Nov. 4.

For 2026, GPOR has a projected earnings growth rate of 10.4%. Valued at nearly $3 billion, Gulfport Energy has lost 9.5% in a year.

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