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Industry Outlook: The Zacks Pollution Control industry is experiencing strong demand for air pollution control products due to increasing greenhouse gas emissions and stringent government regulations, although the rise of renewable energy sources poses challenges.

Key Players: Companies like Donaldson Company, Atmus Filtration Technologies, Energy Recovery, and Fuel Tech are well-positioned to benefit from the growing market for pollution control technologies and services.

Market Trends: Rapid urbanization and heightened public awareness of health risks from air pollution are driving demand, while strict emission standards globally are further supporting the industry.

Performance Metrics: Despite a solid Zacks Industry Rank indicating positive near-term prospects, the pollution control industry has underperformed compared to the broader Industrial Products sector and the S&P 500 over the past year.

Financial Performance: Fuel Tech, Inc. reported a profitable third quarter for 2025, with a net income of $303,000 and a consolidated revenue of $7.5 million, despite a decline in Air Pollution Control (APC) revenues due to project timing.

Business Segment Growth: The company saw a 20% increase in its APC backlog and improved performance in its FUEL CHEM segment, with projected annual revenue potential from a new customer contract estimated at $2.5 to $3.0 million.

Strategic Acquisition: Fuel Tech acquired intellectual property from Wahlco, Inc. for $350,000, enhancing its APC solutions portfolio and aligning with its long-term growth strategy in emissions control technologies.

Future Prospects: The company is actively pursuing opportunities in power generation and emissions control technologies, with ongoing demonstrations of its Dissolved Gas Infusion (DGI) technology generating significant interest in the market.