Essendant Inc. operates as a distributor of workplace items in the United States and internationally. It offers janitorial and sanitation supplies, breakroom items, foodservice consumables, safety and security items, and paper and packaging supplies. The company also provides technology products, such as computer accessories, imaging supplies, and data storage products; and computer hardware, including printers and other peripherals. In addition, it offers traditional office products, including writing instruments, business machines, filing and record storage products, presentation products, shipping and mailing supplies, calendars, and general office accessories; and industrial supplies, such as hand and power tools, safety and security supplies, janitorial equipment, and oilfield and welding supplies, as well as industrial maintenance, repair, and operations items. Further, the company provides cut sheet paper products; automotive products; and desks, filing and storage solutions, and seating and systems furniture, as well as various products for education, government, healthcare, and professional services markets. It serves office and workplace dealers; facilities and maintenance distributors; technology, military, automotive aftermarket, healthcare, and other vertical suppliers; industrial resellers; national resellers; and resellers in the e-commerce channel. Essendant Inc. distributes its products through 70 distribution centers to approximately 29,000 reseller customers, as well as through online. The company was formerly known as United Stationers Inc. and changed its name to Essendant Inc. in June 2015. Essendant Inc. was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Paper & paper products
Sub-IndustryOffice Services & Supplies
SectorConsumer Discretionary
SymbolNASDAQ:ESND
CUSIP91300410
Phone847-627-7000
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.18
Current Ratio2.03
Quick Ratio1.01
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio71.22
Forward P/E RatioN/A
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$5.04 billion
Price / Sales0.10
Cash Flow$9.4741 per share
Price / Cash1.35
Book Value$13.16 per share
Price / Book0.97
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A
Net Income$-266,980,000.00
Net Margins-2.70%
Return on Equity1.51%
Return on Assets0.40%
Miscellaneous
Employees6,400
Outstanding Shares37,640,000
Market Cap$482.60 million
Essendant (NASDAQ:ESND) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essendant's stock symbol?
Essendant trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ESND."
How often does Essendant pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Essendant?
Essendant announced a quarterly dividend on Friday, July 27th. Stockholders of record on Friday, September 14th will be paid a dividend of $0.14 per share on Monday, October 15th. This represents a $0.56 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 4.38%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, September 13th. View Essendant's Dividend History.
How were Essendant's earnings last quarter?
Essendant Inc (NASDAQ:ESND) posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July, 26th. The company reported $0.16 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ($0.04) by $0.20. The company had revenue of $1.25 billion for the quarter. Essendant had a negative net margin of 2.70% and a positive return on equity of 1.51%. View Essendant's Earnings History.
When is Essendant's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for ESND?
1 equities research analysts have issued 12 month price objectives for Essendant's shares. Their forecasts range from $10.00 to $10.00. On average, they expect Essendant's stock price to reach $10.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 21.8%. View Analyst Price Targets for Essendant.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Essendant?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Essendant in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Essendant.
Who are some of Essendant's key competitors?
Who are Essendant's key executives?
Essendant's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Richard D. Phillips, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 47)
- Ms. Janet H. Zelenka, Sr. VP, CFO & Chief Information Officer (Age 59)
- Ms. Carole W. Tomko, Sr. VP & Chief HR Officer (Age 63)
- Mr. Keith J. Dougherty, Sr. VP of Merchandising, Inventory & Pricing (Age 47)
- Mr. Harry A. Dochelli, Pres of Bus. Office & Facilities (Age 59)
Who are Essendant's major shareholders?
Essendant's stock is owned by a number of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include First Hawaiian Bank (0.12%). Company insiders that own Essendant stock include Carole W Tomko, Eric A Blanchard and Harry Dochelli. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Essendant.
Which major investors are buying Essendant stock?
How do I buy shares of Essendant?
Shares of ESND can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Essendant's stock price today?
One share of ESND stock can currently be purchased for approximately $12.79.
How big of a company is Essendant?
Essendant has a market capitalization of $482.60 million and generates $5.04 billion in revenue each year. Essendant employs 6,400 workers across the globe.
What is Essendant's official website?
How can I contact Essendant?
Essendant's mailing address is One Parkway North Boulevard Suite100, Deerfield IL, 60015. The company can be reached via phone at 847-627-7000 or via email at [email protected]
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