2 Small Cap Power Plays With Data Center Optionality

PLPC and ACFN are two small caps in the power space.

Zacks Investment Research • May 30, 2026

PLP EXPANDS GLOBAL SUBSTATION PORTFOLIO WITH ACQUISITION OF DELTA STAR CONETORES ELÉTRICOS LTDA

CLEVELAND, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Preformed Line Products Company (Nasdaq: PLPC), a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative solutions for the energy and communications industries, today announced the acquisition of Delta Star Conetores Eletricos Ltda., a Brazil-based manufacturer specializing in high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) substation connectors.

PRNewsWire • May 5, 2026

Preformed Line Products Q1 Earnings Fall Y/Y, Sales Rise 19%

PLPC posts strong y/y sales growth in Q1, but higher costs and a tax charge lead to a decline in earnings.

Zacks Investment Research • May 4, 2026

PREFORMED LINE PRODUCTS ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS

CLEVELAND, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Preformed Line Products Company (NASDAQ: PLPC) today reported financial results for its first quarter of 2026. Q1 2026 highlights: Quarterly net sales of $176.3 million, an increase of 19% from Q1 2025.

PRNewsWire • Apr 29, 2026

Preformed Line Products: Still A Strong Buy For Exposure To Grid Restructuring

Preformed Line Products remains a prime beneficiary of U.S. grid modernization and AI data center power demand. Q4 net sales grew 4% year-over-year, with the order backlog surging 22%, validating sustained demand for PLPC's transmission components. Gross margin compressed to 29.8% in Q4, in line with expectations, as tariff-driven costs are pushed through accounting methods before the recovery begins.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 24, 2026

PREFORMED LINE PRODUCTS ANNOUNCES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

CLEVELAND, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Preformed Line Products (Nasdaq: PLPC) on March 13, 2026, declared a regular quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.21 per share on the Company's common shares, payable April 20, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 1, 2026. ABOUT PLP PLP protects the world's most critical connections by creating stronger and more reliable networks.

PRNewsWire • Mar 18, 2026

Preformed Line Products Q4 Earnings Fall, Sales Rise 4% Y/Y

PLPC posts higher y/y sales but lower earnings in Q4 as tariffs and rising input costs pressure margins despite strong demand in energy and communications markets.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 11, 2026

PREFORMED LINE PRODUCTS ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2025 FINANCIAL RESULTS

CLEVELAND, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Preformed Line Products Company (NASDAQ: PLPC) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter of 2025 and full year ended December 31, 2025. Q4/Full Year 2025 highlights: Quarterly net sales of $173.1 million, an increase of 4% from Q4 2024 Annual net sales growth of 13% from 2024, totaling $669.3 million Full year diluted EPS of $7.14; adjusted full year diluted EPS of $8.70, a 16% increase from 2024 Backlog increased 22% to $232.8 million, reflecting robust demand in core markets Quarterly dividend increased 5% to $0.21 per share Net sales in the fourth quarter of 2025 were $173.1 million compared to $167.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, a 4% increase.

PRNewsWire • Mar 4, 2026

Preformed Line Products Company's Epic Run Is Almost Over

Preformed Line Products Company remains a soft 'Buy' as rapid revenue and cash flow growth outpace the S&P 500. PLPC's U.S. and Americas segments are driving expansion, fueled by BEAD program funding and a strategic acquisition in Brazil. Despite fair valuation multiples, PLPC trades at a discount to peers, supporting continued upside potential.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 20, 2026

Why Should Investors Keep PLPC Stock in Their Portfolio Now?

Preformed Line Products' strong revenue growth, solid balance sheet and global reach support its place as a steady long-term portfolio holding.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 16, 2026