Research Frontiers Incorporated develops and markets technology and devices to control the flow of light in the United States. The company develops and licenses suspended particle device (SPD-Smart) light-control technology to companies that manufacture and market the SPD-Smart chemical emulsion, light-control film made from the chemical emulsion, the light-control panels made by laminating the film, lamination services, and electronics to power end-products incorporating the film, as well as the end-products, such as windows, skylights, and sunroofs. Its SPD-Smart light-control technology is used in various product applications, including windows, sunshades, skylights, and interior partitions for homes and buildings; automotive windows, sunroofs, sun-visors, sunshades, rear-view mirrors, instrument panels, and navigation systems; aircraft windows; museum display panels and eyewear products; and flat panel displays for electronic products. The company serves aerospace, architectural, automotive, and marine industries. Research Frontiers Incorporated was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Woodbury, New York.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Patent owners & lessors
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone516-364-1902
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.51 million
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees7
Next Earnings Date3/14/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableOptionable
Research Frontiers (NASDAQ:REFR) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Research Frontiers' stock symbol?
Research Frontiers trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "REFR."
How were Research Frontiers' earnings last quarter?
Research Frontiers, Inc. (NASDAQ:REFR) posted its quarterly earnings results on Monday, August, 13th. The technology company reported ($0.02) EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ($0.03) by $0.01. The technology company earned $0.33 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $0.48 million. Research Frontiers had a negative return on equity of 81.44% and a negative net margin of 194.70%. View Research Frontiers' Earnings History.
When is Research Frontiers' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for REFR?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued twelve-month target prices for Research Frontiers' shares. Their forecasts range from $3.00 to $3.00. On average, they anticipate Research Frontiers' stock price to reach $3.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 22.4% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Research Frontiers.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Research Frontiers?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Research Frontiers in the last year. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Research Frontiers.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Research Frontiers stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Research Frontiers stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "RESEARCH FRONTIERS INC. is primarily engaged in the development and licensing of suspended particle technology and devices to control the transmission of light. " (10/9/2018)
- 2. Westpark Capital analysts commented, "Weak Quarter; Strategic Investment and Potential Auto OEM Addition Keeps us Optimistic." (8/16/2018)
Has Research Frontiers been receiving favorable news coverage?
News coverage about REFR stock has trended somewhat positive on Thursday, according to InfoTrie. InfoTrie ranks the sentiment of press coverage by monitoring more than six thousand news and blog sources. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative five to five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Research Frontiers earned a media sentiment score of 0.6 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news headlines about the technology company a news buzz of 1.0 out of 10, meaning that recent press coverage is extremely unlikely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are some of Research Frontiers' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Research Frontiers include Digital Turbine (APPS), Liberty Tax (TAXA), Acacia Research (ACTG), Joint (JYNT), Quarterhill (QTRH), Finjan (FNJN), XCel Brands (XELB), Marathon Patent Group (MARA), MGT Capital Investments (MGTI), ARC Group (ARCK), Spherix (SPEX), XpresSpa Group (XSPA), American Restaurant Partners LP Class A Partnership Units (ICTPU), Health Discovery (HDVY) and Patriot Scientific (PTSC).
What other stocks do shareholders of Research Frontiers own?
Who are Research Frontiers' key executives?
Research Frontiers' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Joseph M. Harary, CEO, Pres, Gen. Counsel, Sec. & Director (Age 58)
- Mr. Seth L. Van Voorhees, CFO, VP of Bus. Devel., Treasurer & Pres of VariGuard Bus. Unit (Age 58)
- Mr. Steven M. Slovak, VP of Technology (Age 57)
- Mr. Michael R. LaPointe, VP of Aerospace Products (Age 60)
How do I buy shares of Research Frontiers?
Shares of REFR 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 Research Frontiers' stock price today?
One share of REFR stock can currently be purchased for approximately $2.45.
How big of a company is Research Frontiers?
Research Frontiers has a market capitalization of $67.77 million and generates $1.51 million in revenue each year. The technology company earns $-2,410,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or ($0.10) on an earnings per share basis. Research Frontiers employs 7 workers across the globe.
What is Research Frontiers' official website?
How can I contact Research Frontiers?
Research Frontiers' mailing address is 240 CROSSWAYS PARK DRIVE, WOODBURY NY, 11797. The technology company can be reached via phone at 516-364-1902 or via email at [email protected]
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