FuelCell Energy Inc FCEL shares are trading higher by 3.83% to $2.30 Wednesday afternoon. The stock is trading higher amid overall market strength following a lighter-than-expected June inflation report.
FuelCell Energy operates in the clean energy sector, which is often associated with long-term growth potential. Lower inflation can support the adoption of renewable energy solutions, including fuel cells, as they become more affordable and competitive compared to traditional energy sources.
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This positive market environment and the company's focus on sustainable energy solutions can drive investor interest and contribute to the appreciation of its stock price.
What Happened?
U.S. CPI inflation in June decelerated more than anticipated, reinforcing investor expectations of a single rate hike by the Federal Reserve followed by a halt to its tightening cycle. The Bureau of Labor Statistics' data reveals a drop in the annual inflation rate from 4% in May to 3% in June, slightly below the average economist forecast of 3.1%.
This marks the twelfth consecutive month of declining inflation and the lowest reading since March 2021...Read More
According to data from Benzinga Pro, FCEL has a 52-week high of $5.50 and a 52-week low of $1.77.
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