LanzaTech Global Inc (LNZA)
NASDAQIndustrialsWaste ManagementSnapshot 2026-09-04
$6.12-1.77%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQIndustrialsWaste ManagementSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · LNZA
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -61.2% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
No outside relationship met the current evidence threshold.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
| 53.4% |
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 114.5 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Elevated risk of a next-quarter earnings miss: this name has erratic recent earnings surprises and is a smaller-cap name (higher miss base rate). A fundamental tilt, not a price call.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 7 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
LNZA — earnings miss
Dated 2026-08-14
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Why it matters: Better operating income means improved cost management. This can help how investors feel.
Supportive ifOperating income for Q2 2026 improves to less than -$9.81 million.
Worry ifOperating income remains worse than -$9.81 million in Q2 2026.
Why it matters: Doing projects well can help LanzaTech grow and strengthen its position in biofuels.
Supportive ifThere is news of big progress or milestones for the India ethanol plant.
Worry ifThere are delays or problems in developing the India ethanol plant.
Why it matters: This guidance shows if LanzaTech can maintain revenue growth after a flat Q2. It indicates market demand and operational success.
Watch forQ3 revenue guidance falls within the range of $8 million to $11 million.
Also watch forQ3 revenue guidance falls below $8 million.
Why it matters: Achieving this certification is key for accessing European markets for recycled carbon fuels. It can open new revenue streams.
Supportive ifThe ISCC EU certification process is complete. This allows entry into required markets.
Worry ifThe certification process is delayed. This shows problems with rules or operations.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$290 on $10,000 · ±2.9% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $1,324 loss on $10,000 · 13.2% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $8,745 loss on $10,000 · 87.5% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: The IPO proves LanzaTech's business model works. It can boost investor trust and funding chances.
Supportive ifLanzaTech's share in Shougang LanzaTech is now worth over $110 million.
Worry ifThe market value of LanzaTech's share in Shougang LanzaTech drops below $110 million.
Why it matters: The JV's IPO and performance could prove LanzaTech's business model. It may improve its market position.
Supportive ifWatch for good performance news or partnership updates from the Shougang LanzaTech JV.
Worry ifWatch for negative performance metrics or news about challenges for the JV.
Why it matters: Revenue growth is a key focus area. Strong growth signals positive momentum.
Supportive ifQ2 revenue growth reported above 10% year over year.
Worry ifQ2 revenue growth reported below 0% year over year.
Why it matters: Growing revenue shows LanzaTech is doing well with new projects and services.
Supportive ifQ2 2026 revenue reported above $12 million, showing growth from Q1 2026.
Worry ifIf Q2 2026 revenue is under $12 million, it shows problems with projects.
Why it matters: If the JV does well, it can help LanzaTech's market position and tech.
Supportive ifLook for good revenue or profit news from Shougang LanzaTech in six months.
Worry ifWatch for bad financial results or problems from Shougang LanzaTech.
Why it matters: Raising money can help LanzaTech's finances and growth.
Supportive ifLook for news of new capital raises over $20 million for projects.
Worry ifIf no new capital raises are announced, it may mean money problems.
Why it matters: Ongoing cost cuts can boost operating income and improve financial health.
Supportive ifOperating expenses in Q2 2026 decrease further from $13.5 million in Q1 2026.
Worry ifIf operating costs rise or stay the same in Q2 2026, cost management is stalled.
Why it matters: Ongoing cost cuts show good management. This helps the company's financial health.
Supportive ifQ3 operating costs fell below $13 million.
Worry ifQ3 operating costs rose above $17 million.