Westell Technologies, Inc., through its subsidiary, Westell, Inc., designs and distributes telecommunications products to telephone companies in the United States. The company operates through three segments: In-Building Wireless (IBW), Intelligent Site Management and Services (ISMS), and Communications Network Solutions (CNS). The IBW segment offers distributed antenna system conditioners; repeaters; battery backup units; and system components and antennas, including couplers, duplexers, splitters, filters, and tappers for commercial and public safety in-building wireless systems. The ISMS segment provides a suite of remote units, which provide machine-to-machine communications that enable operators to remotely monitor, manage, and control site infrastructure and support systems. The CNS segment provides a range of outdoor network infrastructure, such as integrated cabinets, power distribution products, copper and fiber connectivity panels, T1 network interface units, and tower mounted amplifiers. The company serves wireless and wireline service providers, multiple systems operators, Internet service providers, systems integrators, neutral host operators, and distributors through field sales organization, distributors, and partners. Westell Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Aurora, Illinois.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Telephone & telegraph apparatus
Sub-IndustryCommunications Equipment
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNASDAQ:WSTL
CUSIP95754110
Phone630-898-2500
Debt
Debt-to-Equity RatioN/A
Current Ratio6.59
Quick Ratio5.29
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio13.91
Forward P/E RatioN/A
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$58.58 million
Price / Sales0.75
Cash Flow$0.5157 per share
Price / Cash5.43
Book Value$3.35 per share
Price / Book0.84
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$0.20
Net Income$30,000.00
Net Margins0.05%
Return on Equity6.21%
Return on Assets5.22%
Miscellaneous
Employees115
Outstanding Shares15,730,000
Market Cap$43.88
Westell Technologies (NASDAQ:WSTL) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westell Technologies' stock symbol?
Westell Technologies trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "WSTL."
When did Westell Technologies' stock split? How did Westell Technologies' stock split work?
Shares of Westell Technologies reverse split on the morning of Thursday, June 8th 2017. The 1-4 reverse split was announced on Wednesday, May 31st 2017. The number of shares owned by shareholders was adjusted after the market closes on Wednesday, June 7th 2017. An investor that had 100 shares of Westell Technologies stock prior to the reverse split would have 25 shares after the split.
How will Westell Technologies' stock buyback program work?
Westell Technologies announced that its board has authorized a stock repurchase plan on Sunday, June 4th 2017, which permits the company to buyback $2,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization permits the company to repurchase up to 59% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback plans are often an indication that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Westell Technologies' earnings last quarter?
Westell Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:WSTL) released its earnings results on Thursday, May, 24th. The communications equipment provider reported $0.03 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.05 by $0.02. The communications equipment provider had revenue of $11.10 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $14.46 million. Westell Technologies had a return on equity of 6.21% and a net margin of 0.05%. View Westell Technologies' Earnings History.
When is Westell Technologies' next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for WSTL?
1 equities research analysts have issued 12-month target prices for Westell Technologies' shares. Their predictions range from $6.00 to $6.00. On average, they expect Westell Technologies' stock price to reach $6.00 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 114.3% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Ratings for Westell Technologies.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Westell Technologies?
1 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Westell Technologies in the last year. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy."
Who are some of Westell Technologies' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Westell Technologies include DASAN Zhone Solutions (DZSI), Clearfield (CLFD), Zoom Telephonics (ZMTP), Communications Systems (JCS), Clearone (CLRO), Sunworks (SUNW), Franklin Wireless (FKWL), One Horizon Group (OHGI), AltiGen Communications (ATGN), MER Telemanagement Solutions (MTSL), Lattice (LTTC), Electronic Tele-Communications (ETCIA), Alvarion (ALVRQ) and Zoom Technologies (ZOOM).
Who are Westell Technologies' key executives?
Westell Technologies' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Thomas P. Minichiello, Sr. VP, CFO, Treasurer & Sec. (Age 59)
- Mr. Alfred S. John, Pres & CEO (Age 58)
- Mr. Jesse J. Swartwood, Sr. VP of Worldwide Sales (Age 44)
- Ms. Sharon Hintz SPHR, CCP, Director of HR
- Mr. Oscar Hernandez, Sr. VP, Engineering and Outside Plant
Has Westell Technologies been receiving favorable news coverage?
News headlines about WSTL stock have been trending somewhat positive recently, Accern reports. Accern scores the sentiment of press coverage by monitoring more than 20 million news and blog sources in real time. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative one to positive one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. Westell Technologies earned a coverage optimism score of 0.17 on Accern's scale. They also assigned news articles about the communications equipment provider an impact score of 45.92 out of 100, indicating that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the next few days.
How do I buy shares of Westell Technologies?
Shares of WSTL 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 Westell Technologies' stock price today?
One share of WSTL stock can currently be purchased for approximately $2.80.
How big of a company is Westell Technologies?
Westell Technologies has a market capitalization of $43.88 million and generates $58.58 million in revenue each year. The communications equipment provider earns $30,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or $0.20 on an earnings per share basis. Westell Technologies employs 115 workers across the globe.
How can I contact Westell Technologies?
Westell Technologies' mailing address is 750 North Commons Drive, Aurora IL, 60504. The communications equipment provider can be reached via phone at 630-898-2500 or via email at [email protected]
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