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Ballard Power Systems (BLDP:CA) (BLDP)<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n

Analyst Coverage Update<\/strong><\/h3>\n

TD Securities upgraded its rating on Ballard’s stock to a “Hold” <\/strong>from a Sell rating, reflecting a more balanced risk-reward profile at current valuation levels. The upgrade suggests that recent share price weakness and ongoing cost-reduction initiatives have mitigated some of the near-term downside risks that previously underpinned TD\u2019s more cautious stance.<\/p>\n

TD Securities remains measured on Ballard\u2019s longer-term growth outlook given ongoing uncertainty around the pace of hydrogen adoption and commercialization timelines, however the firm appears to see reduced downside risk as Ballard works to preserve liquidity, streamline operations, and focus on priority markets. The rating adjustment implies expectations for more stable performance in the near term, with future upside likely dependent on clearer demand visibility, policy support for hydrogen infrastructure, and evidence of sustained progress toward profitability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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