Ability Inc. is a holding company. The Company operates through its subsidiaries, Ability Computer & Software Industries Ltd. and Ability Security Systems Ltd., which provide interception, geolocation and cyber intelligence tools for security and intelligence agencies, military forces, law enforcement agencies and homeland security agencies around the world. The Company is engaged in off-air interception of voice, short message service (SMS), and data communication from both cellular and satellite communication networks, and deciphering solutions for both cellular and satellite communications. The Company's product categories include Cellular Interception, Cellular Counter Interception, Satellite Interception, Geolocation, Cyber and Crime Prevention. Its Cellular Interception systems include Ultimate Interceptor (ULIN), IBIS, TouchDown, ACIS, AGIS-51 and 3G-Cat. Its Satellite Interception systems include IRIS, ATIS and SLIS.
Industry, Sector and Symbol:
- Sector: Computer and Technology
- Industry: Conglomerates
- Sub-Industry: N/A
- Symbol: NASDAQ:ABIL
- CUSIP: N/A
- Web: www.interceptors.com
Capitalization:- Market Cap: $17.47 million
- Outstanding Shares: 25,276,000
Average Prices:- 50 Day Moving Avg: $1.02
- 200 Day Moving Avg: $2.45
- 52 Week Range: $0.64 - $5.66
P/E:- Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
- Foreward P/E Ratio: 6.91
- P/E Growth: 0.00
Sales & Book Value:- Annual Revenue: $15.94 million
- Price / Sales: 1.10
- Book Value: $0.54 per share
- Price / Book: 1.29
Profitability:- EBIDTA: ($3,630,000.00)
- Net Margins: -28.87%
- Return on Equity: -20.53%
- Return on Assets: -7.86%
Debt:- Current Ratio: 2.09%
- Quick Ratio: 1.95%
Misc:- Average Volume: 35,882 shs.
- Beta: 1.46
- Short Ratio: 9.25
Frequently Asked Questions for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)
What is Ability's stock symbol?
Ability trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ABIL."
How were Ability's earnings last quarter?
Ability Inc (NASDAQ:ABIL) released its quarterly earnings results on Monday, August, 15th. The company reported ($0.13) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.11 by $0.24. The firm had revenue of $1 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $21.20 million. Ability had a negative net margin of 28.87% and a negative return on equity of 20.53%. View Ability's Earnings History.
Where is Ability's stock going? Where will Ability's stock price be in 2017?
1 equities research analysts have issued 1 year target prices for Ability's shares. Their predictions range from $1.30 to $1.30. On average, they anticipate Ability's share price to reach $1.30 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for Ability.
What are analysts saying about Ability stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Ability stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Ability Inc. is a provider of tactical communications intelligence solutions for government agencies, military forces, law enforcement and homeland security agencies. The company offers interception, surveillance, decryption, cyber and geolocation solutions. Ability Inc. is based in Tel Aviv, Israel. " (4/19/2017)
- 2. FBR & Co analysts commented, "On April 11, Ability announced the resignation of all five of its independent board members, and management provided commentary on the challenges that this company is facing. From our point of view, a potentially bright future remains for the company’s flagship Ultimate Interceptor (ULIN) technology, but the ongoing SEC investigation and the appearance of internal challenges are likely to weigh on the stock and prevent significant upside from current levels. Additionally, the company appeared to imply a significant cash burn during 4Q16 that we had not expected, which is something to focus on in future quarters (although the controlling shareholders have noted that they will evaluate whether to contribute capital). All things considered, we believe it is pertinent to step back to the sidelines; while more ULIN wins would likely be positive for the stock, we now believe that there are somewhat significant risk factors that should keep the shares at current levels." (4/17/2017)
Who are some of Ability's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Ability include Wireless Telecom Group (WTT), Fusion Telecommunications Int'l (FSNN), Great Elm Capital Group (GEC), Inuvo (INUV), TheStreet (TST), Spark Networks (LOV), Echelon (ELON), RMG Networks Holding (RMGN), EnSync (ESNC), Qumu Corp (QUMU), Research Frontiers (REFR), ChinaCache International Holdings Ltd (CCIH), Rubicon Technology (RBCN), Top Image Systems (TISA), xG Technology (XGTI), OptimizeRx (OPRX), Xplore Technologies Corp. (XPLR) and Medical Transcription Billing Corp (MTBC).
Who owns Ability stock?
Ability's stock is owned by a number of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include JPMorgan Chase & Co. (0.00%) and PNC Financial Services Group Inc. (0.00%). Company insiders that own Ability stock include Benjamin Gordon and Jonathan Morris. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Ability.
How do I buy Ability stock?
Shares of Ability can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
How much does a share of Ability stock cost?
One share of Ability stock can currently be purchased for approximately $0.69.
Consensus Ratings for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL) (?) The ratings breakdown includes the most recent rating from each analyst that has rated the stock within the last twelve months. The ratings score is a calculation of the average number of sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings (0-1.5 = Sell, 1.5-2.5 = Hold, 2.5-3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). The consensus price target is a mean average of the most recent price target set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months.| Ratings Breakdown: | 1 Hold Rating |
| Consensus Rating: | Hold (Score: 2.00) |
| Consensus Price Target: | $1.30 (88.13% upside) |
Analysts' Ratings History for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)
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| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Price Target | Impact on Share Price | Details |
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| 4/17/2017 | FBR & Co | Downgrade | Outperform -> Market Perform | $9.00 -> $1.30 | Low |  |
(Data available from 5/23/2015 forward)
Earnings History for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)Earnings History by Quarter for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)| Date | Quarter | Consensus Estimate | Actual EPS | Revenue Estimate | Actual Revenue | Release Link | Conference Call | Details |
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| 8/15/2016 | Q216 | $0.11 | ($0.13) | $21.20 million | $1.00 million | View | Listen | |
| 5/2/2016 | Q4 | $0.09 | ($0.02) | $7.00 million | $1.97 million | View | N/A | |
(Data available from 1/1/2011 forward)
Earnings Estimates for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)Current Year EPS Consensus Estimate: $-0.120 EPS
Next Year EPS Consensus Estimate: $0.100 EPS
Dividend History for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)
No dividend announcements for this company have been tracked by MarketBeat.com
Insider Trading and Institutional Ownership History for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)Institutional Ownership Percentage: 6.62%
Insider Trades by Quarter for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)| Transaction Date | Insider Name | Title | Buy/Sell | Number of Shares | Average Share Price | Total Transaction | Details |
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| 12/21/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | CEO | Buy | 25,000 | $10.05 | $251,250.00 | |
| 12/11/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | CEO | Buy | 365 | $10.01 | $3,653.65 | |
| 12/10/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | CEO | Buy | 5,100 | $10.01 | $51,051.00 | |
| 12/4/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | CEO | Buy | 7,100 | $10.01 | $71,071.00 | |
| 12/2/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | CEO | Buy | 1,800 | $10.03 | $18,054.00 | |
| 11/20/2015 | Jonathan Morris | Major Shareholder | Buy | 2,000 | $10.06 | $20,120.00 | |
| 11/16/2015 | Jonathan Morris | Major Shareholder | Sell | 4,070 | $10.09 | $41,066.30 | |
| 4/9/2015 | Jonathan Morris | Major Shareholder | Buy | 1,070 | $10.06 | $10,764.20 | |
| 3/30/2015 | Jonathan Morris | Major Shareholder | Buy | 2,400 | $10.04 | $24,096.00 | |
| 2/9/2015 | Benjamin Gordon | Insider | Buy | 5,000 | $9.97 | $49,850.00 | |
(Data available from 1/1/2013 forward)
Headline Trends for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)
Latest Headlines for Ability (NASDAQ:ABIL)
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 | Ability Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Financial Results
finance.yahoo.com - May 16 at 8:18 PM |
| Ability reports 4Q loss
finance.yahoo.com - May 16 at 8:18 PM |
| Ability Inc. Announces New Directors
finance.yahoo.com - May 16 at 5:27 AM |
 | INC Research Holdings' (INCR) CEO Alistair Macdonald on Q1 2017 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
seekingalpha.com - May 10 at 3:23 PM |
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www.businesswire.com - May 10 at 3:23 PM |
 | Live Cell Imaging Market Size Worth $9.3 Billion by 2025 | CAGR: 8.3%: Grand View Research, Inc.
www.marketwatch.com - May 2 at 3:19 PM |
| Ability Inc. Announces Delay in Financial Report Filing
finance.yahoo.com - May 2 at 5:28 AM |
 | Ability Inc (ABIL) to Release Quarterly Earnings on Monday
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 29 at 1:29 AM |
| Ability Inc (ABIL) Scheduled to Post Quarterly Earnings on Monday
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 29 at 1:21 AM |
| 10-Q: MAGELLAN HEALTH INC
www.marketwatch.com - April 27 at 8:40 PM |
 | Ability, Inc. (ABIL) Receives Notifice from NASDAQ for Deficiencies with Certain Listing Rules
www.streetinsider.com - April 27 at 1:26 AM |
| Ability Inc. Announces Receipt of a Notification from NASDAQ Regarding Deficiencies in Compliance with Certain Listing Rules
finance.yahoo.com - April 26 at 3:24 PM |
| Ability Inc (ABIL) Cut to Strong Sell at Zacks Investment Research
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 25 at 9:39 AM |
| Ability Inc (ABIL) Downgraded by Zacks Investment Research to "Strong Sell"
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 22 at 7:46 PM |
 | Nanomechanics, Inc. Unveils New Product at ICMCTF Show April 25th
www.bizjournals.com - April 21 at 3:07 PM |
| New Jersey Resources And South Jersey Industries: The Challenges Of Negotiating Merger Premiums
seekingalpha.com - April 18 at 5:27 AM |
| FBR & Co Lowers Ability Inc (ABIL) to Mkt Perform
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 17 at 8:33 AM |
| McCusker Holding Corp Completes Reverse Merger with Oceanic Research & Recovery, Inc.
www.bizjournals.com - April 13 at 3:19 PM |
 | BRIEF-Ability announces resignation of five board members
www.businessinsider.com - April 12 at 8:11 PM |
| Audax Medical, Inc. Licenses Novel Self-Assembling Nanomolecule from Northeastern University for Development of Tissue Regenerative Products
www.bizjournals.com - April 12 at 3:10 PM |
| Ability Inc. Announces Resignation of Five Board Members; Controlling Shareholders Reiterate Their Commitment to the Company
finance.yahoo.com - April 11 at 3:15 PM |
| P10 Industries, Inc., formerly Active Power Inc., update on expedited hearing to seek approval for a number of administrative matters
finance.yahoo.com - April 7 at 3:15 PM |
| Ability Inc (ABIL) Short Interest Down 4.1% in March
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 4 at 2:57 PM |
| Zacks: Ability Inc (ABIL) Given $9.00 Consensus Target Price by Brokerages
www.americanbankingnews.com - April 4 at 12:01 AM |
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finance.yahoo.com - March 31 at 8:20 PM |
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finance.yahoo.com - March 31 at 3:20 PM |
 | Tepha Inc. Subsidiary, Galatea Surgical, Announces Launch of GalaSHAPE™ 3D Surgical Scaffold
www.prnewswire.com - March 29 at 8:22 PM |
 | Better Buy: Verizon Communications Inc. vs. AT&T
www.fool.com - March 29 at 8:22 PM |
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finance.yahoo.com - March 29 at 8:22 PM |
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www.wsj.com - March 29 at 3:19 PM |
| Apple, Inc. Likely to Announce Dividend Increase Next Month
www.fool.com - March 29 at 8:24 AM |
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www.bizjournals.com - March 28 at 8:15 PM |
| Standard Financial Corp. and Allegheny Valley Bancorp, Inc. Announce Shareholder Approval of Merger
www.prnewswire.com - March 28 at 8:15 PM |
| ZAIS Group Holdings, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2016 Results
www.prnewswire.com - March 24 at 3:14 PM |
| Ethicon Announces Completion Of Acquisition Of Torax Medical, Inc.
www.bizjournals.com - March 23 at 3:25 PM |
| Avtec Inc. and Harris Corporation Announce New Strategic Alliance
finance.yahoo.com - March 23 at 1:19 AM |
| Integrated Service Solutions, Inc. Announces A2LA 17025 Field Accredited Calibrations
www.prnewswire.com - March 22 at 3:17 PM |
| Target Capital Announces Debt Settlement Agreements and Sale of Olympia Financial Group Inc. and Bearspaw Tree Farm Inc. Shares
www.marketwatch.com - March 21 at 8:22 PM |
| RM LAW Announces Class Action Lawsuit Against AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
www.prnewswire.com - March 21 at 8:22 PM |
| 10-Q: ONCOSEC MEDICAL INC
www.marketwatch.com - March 17 at 3:17 PM |
 | BRIEF-Cummins Inc's CEO Thomas Linebarger's total compensation in 2016 was $13.4 million
www.reuters.com - March 17 at 3:17 PM |
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| OLN Inc Nabs National Sales Accolades for Strong Work
finance.yahoo.com - March 16 at 1:26 AM |
 | Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) Stock Doesn’t Look Attractive Even ‘Fixed’
investorplace.com - March 14 at 3:15 PM |
 | HealthCare Synergy expands partnership with ABILITY Network
globenewswire.com - March 14 at 3:15 PM |
| PHOENIX Rehabilitation and Health Services, Inc. Appoints James Bargerstock as Chief Financial Officer
www.prnewswire.com - March 13 at 3:17 PM |
| Entest BioMedical Inc.'s Subsidiary Zander Therapeutics Announces Appointment of Dr. Thomas Donnelly to Serve as Senior Veterinary Advisor
www.prnewswire.com - March 10 at 3:16 PM |
| Koning Corporation Receives New Innovative Technology Contract from Vizient, Inc. for Koning Breast CT
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finance.yahoo.com - March 9 at 8:17 PM |
Ability (ABIL) Chart for Tuesday, May, 23, 2017
