NASDAQ:REFR

Research Frontiers Stock Forecast, Price & News

$2.41

-0.06 (-2.43 %)

(As of 05/13/2021 12:00 AM ET)

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$2.58

50-Day Range

$2.43

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$3.04

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$2.01

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$5.70

Volume192,433 shs

Average Volume268,809 shs

Market Capitalization$76.28 million

P/E RatioN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Beta1.17

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About Research Frontiers

Research Frontiers Incorporated develops and markets technology and devices to control the flow of light worldwide. 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, and electronics to power end-products incorporating the film, as well as lamination services for and 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 architectural, automotive, marine, and aerospace and appliance applications. Research Frontiers Incorporated was incorporated in 1965 and is headquartered in Woodbury, New York.

Research Frontiers reports Q1 results
May 8, 2021 | seekingalpha.com

Research Frontiers Reports First Quarter 2021 Financial Results
May 6, 2021 | finance.yahoo.com

We Think Research Frontiers (NASDAQ:REFR) Can Afford To Drive Business Growth
May 4, 2021 | nasdaq.com

Research Frontiers (REFR) Scheduled to Post Earnings on Thursday
May 4, 2021 | americanbankingnews.com

Research Frontiers Incorporated (NASDAQ:REFR) Short Interest Up 24.3% in April
May 3, 2021 | americanbankingnews.com

RESEARCH FRONTIERS TO HOST FIRST QUARTER 2021 CONFERENCE CALL
May 3, 2021 | finance.yahoo.com

Smart Windows Market Report 2021-2026: Global Industry Trends, Size, Share, Growth, Outlook, Key Players and Forecast
March 24, 2021 | marketwatch.com

Research Frontiers Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results
March 11, 2021 | finance.yahoo.com

RESEARCH FRONTIERS TO HOST YEAR-END 2020 CONFERENCE CALL
March 8, 2021 | markets.businessinsider.com

RESEARCH FRONTIERS TO HOST YEAR-END 2020 CONFERENCE CALL
March 8, 2021 | finance.yahoo.com

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Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange NASDAQ

Industry Patent owners & lessors

Sub-IndustryN/A

SectorComputer and Technology

Current SymbolNASDAQ:REFR

Previous Symbol

CUSIPN/A

CIK793524

Webwww.smartglass.com

Phone516-364-1902

Employees6

Year FoundedN/A

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales$1.56 million

Price / Sales48.90

Cash FlowN/A

Price / Cash FlowN/A

Book Value$0.23 per share

Price / Book10.48

Profitability

EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)N/A

Net Income$-3,810,000.00

Net Margins-251.62%

Return on Equity-42.28%

Return on Assets-36.01%

Debt

Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A

Current Ratio21.04

Quick Ratio21.04

Price-To-Earnings

Trailing P/E RatioN/A

Forward P/E RatioN/A

P/E GrowthN/A

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares31,650,000

Market Cap$76.28 million

Next Earnings Date8/5/2021 (Estimated)

OptionableOptionable

MarketRank^™

Overall MarketRank^™

0.46 out of 5 stars

Computer And Technology Sector

1270th out of 1,563 stocks

Patent Owners & Lessors Industry

23rd out of 28 stocks

0.0 Analyst's Opinion

Consensus Rating
There is not enough analysis data for Research Frontiers.

2.3 Community Rank

Outperform Votes
Research Frontiers has received 145 “outperform” votes. (Add your “outperform” vote.)
Underperform Votes
Research Frontiers has received 174 “underperform” votes. (Add your “underperform” vote.)
Community Sentiment
Research Frontiers has received 54.55% “underperform” votes from our community.

MarketBeat's community ratings are surveys of what our community members think about Research Frontiers and other stocks. Vote “Outperform” if you believe REFR will outperform the S&P 500 over the long term. Vote “Underperform” if you believe REFR will underperform the S&P 500 over the long term. You may vote once every thirty days.

0.0 Dividend Strength

Dividend Yield
Research Frontiers does not currently pay a dividend.
Dividend Growth
Research Frontiers does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

0.0 Company Ownership

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling
In the past three months, Research Frontiers insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.
Percentage Held by Insiders
Only 7.60% of the stock of Research Frontiers is held by insiders.
Percentage Held by Institutions
Only 16.94% of the stock of Research Frontiers is held by institutions.

0.0 Earnings and Valuation

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market
The P/E ratio of Research Frontiers is -30.13, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.
Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector
The P/E ratio of Research Frontiers is -30.13, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.
Price to Book Value per Share Ratio
Research Frontiers has a P/B Ratio of 10.48. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

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Research Frontiers (NASDAQ:REFR) Frequently Asked Questions

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Are investors shorting Research Frontiers?

Research Frontiers saw a increase in short interest during the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totaling 2,350,000 shares, an increase of 24.3% from the March 31st total of 1,890,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 242,900 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 9.7 days. Currently, 9.1% of the company's shares are short sold.
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When is Research Frontiers' next earnings date?

Research Frontiers is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, August 5th 2021.
View our earnings forecast for Research Frontiers.

How were Research Frontiers' earnings last quarter?

Research Frontiers Incorporated (NASDAQ:REFR) released its earnings results on Thursday, May, 7th. The technology company reported ($0.02) EPS for the quarter. The technology company earned $0.36 million during the quarter. Research Frontiers had a negative net margin of 251.62% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 42.28%.
View Research Frontiers' earnings history.

How has Research Frontiers' stock price been impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Research Frontiers' stock was trading at $2.74 on March 11th, 2020 when Coronavirus (COVID-19) reached pandemic status according to the World Health Organization. Since then, REFR stock has decreased by 12.0% and is now trading at $2.41.
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Who are Research Frontiers' key executives?

Research Frontiers' management team includes the following people:

Mr. Joseph M. Harary, CEO, Pres, Gen. Counsel, Corp. Sec. & Director (Age 60, Pay $626.7k)
Mr. Michael R. LaPointe, VP of Aerospace Products (Age 62, Pay $64.92k)

Who are some of Research Frontiers' key competitors?

Some companies that are related to Research Frontiers include VirnetX (VHC), Acacia Research (ACTG), Quarterhill (QTRHF), Pendrell (PCOA), Network-1 Technologies (NTIP), Xcel Brands (XELB), MGT Capital Investments (MGTI), Micro Imaging Technology (MMTC), Health Discovery (HDVY), Mills Music Trust (MMTRS), ARC Group (RLLY), ARC Group (ARCK), Envit Capital Group (ECGP), American Restaurant Partners (ICTPU) and Patriot Scientific (PTSC).
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What other stocks do shareholders of Research Frontiers own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Research Frontiers investors own include MicroVision (MVIS), Energy Transfer (ET), Immunomedics (IMMU), Onconova Therapeutics (ONTX), The Blackstone Group (BX), Elite Pharmaceuticals (ELTP), iBio (IBIO), SandRidge Permian Trust (PER), SeaChange International (SEAC) and Weyerhaeuser (WY).

What is Research Frontiers' stock symbol?

Research Frontiers trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "REFR."

Who are Research Frontiers' major shareholders?

Research Frontiers' stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include BlackRock Inc. (6.43%), Geode Capital Management LLC (1.18%), Northern Trust Corp (0.90%), Shufro Rose & Co. LLC (0.54%), NorthRock Partners LLC (0.13%) and Barclays PLC (0.07%). Company insiders that own Research Frontiers stock include Kevin Douglas and Michael R Lapointe.
View institutional ownership trends for Research Frontiers.

Which institutional investors are selling Research Frontiers stock?

REFR stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Northern Trust Corp, and New York State Common Retirement Fund.
View insider buying and selling activity for Research Frontiers or view top insider-selling stocks.

Which institutional investors are buying Research Frontiers stock?

REFR stock was bought by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Renaissance Technologies LLC, Barclays PLC, Geode Capital Management LLC, NorthRock Partners LLC, and Shufro Rose & Co. LLC.
View insider buying and selling activity for Research Frontiers or or view top insider-buying stocks.

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 WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Research Frontiers' stock price today?

One share of REFR stock can currently be purchased for approximately $2.41.

How much money does Research Frontiers make?

Research Frontiers has a market capitalization of $76.28 million and generates $1.56 million in revenue each year.

How many employees does Research Frontiers have?

Research Frontiers employs 6 workers across the globe.

What is Research Frontiers' official website?

The official website for Research Frontiers is www.smartglass.com.

Where are Research Frontiers' headquarters?

Research Frontiers is headquartered at 240 CROSSWAYS PARK DRIVE, WOODBURY NY, 11797.

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]

This page was last updated on 5/13/2021 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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