LanzaTech Global, Inc.

LanzaTech Global, Inc.

LNZA·NASDAQ

$24.56

-0.77%
IndustrialsWaste Management

LanzaTech Global, Inc. operates as a nature-based carbon refining company in the United States and internationally. The company transforms waste carbon into the chemical building blocks for consumer goods, such as sustainable fuels, fabrics, and packaging. LanzaTech Global, Inc. was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Skokie, Illinois.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$53.98M
EPS-22.2700
P/E Ratio-0.65
Earnings Date05/18/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal · Driver · Risk

Signal

Medium confidence

Valuation multiple is compressed (P/E -0.7).

Valuation inputs: P/E -0.7, earnings yield N/A, momentum -0.8%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE +12.6%, ROIC -1.1%).

Profitability stack: net margin -87.7%, ROE +12.6%, ROIC -1.1%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +103.9%, momentum -0.8%, net margin -87.7%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that LNZA has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $24.56, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for LanzaTech Global, Inc..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $24.56
3Y-98.0%
5Y-47.0%
10Y-47.0%
3Y+50.0%
5Y+204.0%
10Y+204.0%
3Y-36.0%
5Y+30.0%
10Y+30.0%
3Y-23.0%
5Y+65.0%
10Y+65.0%
3Y-31.0%
5Y+43.0%
10Y+43.0%
3Y-43.0%
5Y-16.0%
10Y-16.0%
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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue55.84M
Cost of Goods Sold (30.54M)
Gross Profit25.30M
Operating Expenses (104.46M)
Operating Income-79.16M
Interest Expense (0.00)
Other Income/Expense30.20M
Pretax Income-48.95M
Income Tax (0.00)
Net Income-48.95M
Net Income
-48.95M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

45.3%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

-141.7%

Operating losses indicate the core business is unprofitable. Requires restructuring or revenue growth.

Net Profit Margin

-87.7%

Net losses indicate the company is burning cash. Sustainability depends on path to profitability.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

45.31%
Gross Profit Margin
-5%
3Y+87.0%
5Y+23.0%
10Y+23.0%
-141.74%
Operating Profit Margin
-35%
3Y-30.0%
5Y-34.0%
10Y-34.0%
-87.66%
Net Profit Margin
-68%
3Y-57.0%
5Y-57.0%
10Y-57.0%
1257.73%
Return on Equity
-223%
3Y+6962.0%
5Y+10279.0%
10Y+10279.0%
-48.85%
Return on Assets
-38%
3Y+13.0%
5Y+54.0%
10Y+54.0%
-108.94%
Return on Invested Capital
59%
3Y+75.0%
5Y+191.0%
10Y+191.0%
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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income-48.95M
Depreciation & Amortization4.23M
Stock-Based Compensation7.20M
Change in Working Capital21.85M
Others-49.18M
Capital Expenditures-1.26M
Free Cash Flow-66.11M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

135.1%

Excellent cash generation. The company converts earnings to cash at or above 100%, indicating high-quality earnings.

CapEx Intensity

-1.9%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+29.9%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

+$21.85M

Working capital inflow boosted cash flow. Efficient management of receivables, inventory, and payables contributing positively.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Exceptional cash generation: High-quality earnings converting to growing free cash flow. The company demonstrates strong pricing power, efficient operations, and disciplined capital allocation.

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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents13.16M
Net Receivables9.53M
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets17.00M
Total Current Assets40 M
Property, Plant & Equipment31.51M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets0.00
Long-Term Investments28.26M
Other Non-Current Assets751.00K
Total Non-Current Assets61 M
Total Assets
100.21M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

1.43x

Acceptable liquidity, but monitor closely. Current assets just barely cover current liabilities.

Working Capital

12 M

Strong working capital position provides significant operational flexibility and financial cushion.

Asset Composition

40% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that LNZA stock may decline over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 5.50, with estimates ranging from a low of 5.00 to a high of 6.00.

Lowest Target
5.00
-79.64%
Consensus Target
5.50
-77.61%
Highest Target
6.00
-75.57%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 5.50, with estimates ranging from a low of 5.00 to a high of 6.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

-77.6%

Significant downside risk. Stock trading well above analyst consensus suggests elevated valuation concerns and potential correction.

Analyst Agreement

18.2% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Risk-Reward Profile

0.95x

Unfavorable risk-reward. Downside risk exceeds upside potential. Consider defensive positioning or alternative opportunities.

Analyst Conviction

Low

Bearish or uncertain outlook. Limited upside or poor consensus suggests challenges ahead or fundamental concerns.

Market Sentiment Insight

Consensus overvaluation: Analysts agree the stock is richly valued with limited upside. Consider booking profits or defensive positioning unless you have contrarian conviction in unrecognized catalysts.

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LanzaTech Global, Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, there has been no insider trading activity reported for LNZA.

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Net Activity

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3-6 Months

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6-9 Months

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9-12 Months

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Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

No selling activity

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Neutral

No insider trading activity reported. This could indicate blackout periods, lack of conviction, or regulatory restrictions.

Insider Participation

No Activity

No insider trading activity reported from any insiders in the past year.

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Dividend Yield
-100%
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lnza Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%