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Investors Take Action: Fluence Energy Class Action Lawsuit

In a significant development for shareholders of Fluence Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLNC), the law firm Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP is urging investors who suffered considerable losses to consider leading a class-action lawsuit. This lawsuit arises from allegations of misconduct and misleading practices by Fluence Energy and its executives throughout a specified class period.

Background of the Lawsuit

The class period spans from October 28, 2021, to February 10, 2025. Investors who purchased Fluence Energy Class A common stock during this time could take part in this legal action. The primary allegations against Fluence Energy involve violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, claiming that the company made false and misleading statements that significantly misrepresented the condition of its products and overall integrity.

Robbins Geller, renowned for its focus on investor class action litigation, emphasizes the opportunity for affected shareholders to step forward as lead plaintiffs in this crucial lawsuit, which officially carries the title Kramer v. Fluence Energy, Inc., No. 25-cv-00634 (E.D. Va.). Currently, there is another related action titled Abramov v. Fluence Energy, Inc., No. 25-cv-00444 (E.D. Va.).

Allegations Against Fluence Energy

The crux of the allegations focuses on various defects within Fluence Energy's energy storage products and services, as listed below:

1. Defective Products: The lawsuit claims that a significant segment of the company’s energy storage offerings suffered from poor design and installation issues that were not adequately addressed by the company.
2. Warranty Obligations: According to the complaint, Fluence allegedly failed to honor warranty obligations owed to customers, thereby violating the trust of its client base.
3. Misrepresented Product Efficacy: Fluence Energy is accused of overstating the effectiveness and safety of its energy storage products and its ability to meet customer project deadlines satisfactorily.
4. Financial Misrepresentation: As a result of the aforementioned issues, Fluence’s financial performance metrics, including adjusted EBITDA and gross profit margins, appear to have been artificially inflated during the class period.
5. Undisclosed Risks: These claims underscore Fluence’s exposure to considerable, undisclosed reputational and financial risks, including potential loss of key business from existing and prospective clients.

Key Reports and Revelations

On December 20, 2023, a publication raised red flags regarding Fluence’s Diablo project, uncovering a series of significant operational inadequacies including:

• - Problems with the project control system that hindered service market operations.
• - Failures of proprietary systems that necessitated the use of alternative technologies, resulting in inefficiencies.
• - A shocking number of technical failures, including 27 malfunctions within just one month post-delivery.
• - Serious safety incidents that posed risks to personnel.

Following these reports, Fluence’s stock value plummeted over 15%, signaling deteriorating investor confidence.

Subsequent reports by Blue Orca Capital and corporate revelations further detailed the ongoing challenges Fluence faced, including lawsuits triggered by alleged fraudulent actions and product misrepresentations that led to additional stock price declines.

The Lead Plaintiff Process

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 outlines the procedure for investors to become lead plaintiffs. Candidates must demonstrate a substantial financial interest in the case's outcome and are tasked with representing the collective interests of all class members. The lead plaintiff retains the right to select legal counsel of their choice to handle the litigation.

Conclusion

Shareholders affected by these alleged misleading practices have a vital opportunity to seek justice and potentially recover losses through this class-action lawsuit. Robbins Geller’s extensive track record in representing investors in similar litigations serves as a beacon for those with claims. Interested investors should consider taking action before the upcoming May 12, 2025 deadline for appointments as lead plaintiffs. For more details, communication can be directed to attorneys J.C. Sanchez or Jennifer N. Caringal at Robbins Geller.

This case marks a crucial moment not only for individual investors but also for greater accountability within corporate governance in the rapidly evolving energy sector. Stakeholders must remain vigilant and proactive in protecting their interests while ensuring that company practices align with transparent and honest reporting.