** Shares of hydrogen fuel-cell maker Plug Power PLUG.O jump 10.2% premarket after the company announces a plan to improve liquidity by over $275 million

** The improvement strategy involves asset monetization, release of restricted cash, and reduced maintenance expenses

** Co signs non-binding Letter of Intent to monetize electricity rights in New York and another location, partnering with a U.S. data center developer

** PLUG says it will redirect capital from the Department of Energy loan program toward higher-return opportunities within its hydrogen network

** As of last close, PLUG shares up 24.4% YTD

(Reporting by Sumit Saha in Bengaluru)

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