Zix Corporation provides email encryption, threat protection, archiving, bring-your-own-device security, and data loss prevention solutions for the healthcare, financial services, insurance, and government sectors primarily in the United States. The company offers Zix Email Encryption that allows an enterprise to use policy-driven rules to determine email messages that should be sent securely to comply with regulations or company-defined policies. It a0lso provides ZixDirectory, an email encryption community to share identities; Best Method of Delivery, a protocol that automatically determines means of delivery based on the sender's and recipient's communications environment and preferences; and ZixEncrypt, which automatically encrypts and decrypts messages with sensitive content. In addition, the company offers ZixProtect that defends organizations from zero-day malware, ransomware, phishing, CEO fraud, W-2 phishing attacks, spam, and viruses in email; and ZixArchive, a cloud-based email retention solution that enables user retrieval, compliance, and e-discovery. Further, it provides ZixOne, a mobile email app, which offers access to corporate email while never allowing that data to be persistently stored on the device where it is vulnerable to loss or theft. Zix Corporation offers its services through a direct sales force; and a network of resellers and other distribution partners. It has strategic partnership with Digital Guardian to deliver email encryption with enterprise data loss prevention. The company was formerly known as ZixIt Corporation and changed its name to Zix Corporation in 2002. Zix Corporation was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Data processing & preparation
Sub-IndustryInternet Software & Services
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone214-370-2000
Debt
Current Ratio0.79
Quick Ratio0.79
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$65.66 million
Price / Sales5.03
Price / Cash Flow46.33
Price / Book7.81
Profitability
Net Income$-8,050,000.00
Net Margins-9.72%
Return on Assets6.83%
Miscellaneous
Employees233
OptionableOptionable
ZIX (NASDAQ:ZIXI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is ZIX's stock symbol?
ZIX trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ZIXI."
How will ZIX's stock buyback program work?
ZIX declared that its Board of Directors has approved a share buyback program on Sunday, June 4th 2017, which authorizes the company to buyback $10,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization authorizes the company to purchase up to 3.6% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are typically an indication that the company's board believes its stock is undervalued.
How were ZIX's earnings last quarter?
Zix Co. (NASDAQ:ZIXI) posted its earnings results on Tuesday, October, 23rd. The software maker reported $0.09 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.08 by $0.01. The software maker had revenue of $17.90 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $17.73 million. ZIX had a negative net margin of 9.72% and a positive return on equity of 12.33%. The business's revenue was up 7.8% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $0.07 EPS. View ZIX's Earnings History.
When is ZIX's next earnings date?
What guidance has ZIX issued on next quarter's earnings?
ZIX updated its fourth quarter earnings guidance on Tuesday, October, 23rd. The company provided EPS guidance of approx $0.09 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $0.08. The company issued revenue guidance of $18.0-18.2 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $17.95 million.ZIX also updated its FY 2018 guidance to $0.33-0.33 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for ZIXI?
3 equities research analysts have issued 12-month price targets for ZIX's stock. Their forecasts range from $4.50 to $9.00. On average, they anticipate ZIX's stock price to reach $7.1667 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 17.7% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for ZIX.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for ZIX?
3 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for ZIX in the last year. There are currently 1 hold rating and 2 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for ZIX.
Has ZIX been receiving favorable news coverage?
Media coverage about ZIXI stock has been trending somewhat negative recently, according to InfoTrie Sentiment. InfoTrie rates the sentiment of press coverage by monitoring more than six thousand news and blog sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. ZIX earned a news sentiment score of -1.2 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news coverage about the software maker a news buzz of 5.0 out of 10, meaning that recent press coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next few days.
Who are some of ZIX's key competitors?
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Who are ZIX's key executives?
ZIX's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. David J. Wagner, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 54)
- Mr. David E. Rockvam, VP & CFO (Age 50)
- Mr. David J. Robertson, VP of Engineering (Age 60)
- Mr. Kelly P. Haggerty, VP of Product Management & Strategy (Age 52)
- Mr. Noah Webster, VP & Gen. Counsel
How do I buy shares of ZIX?
Shares of ZIXI 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 ZIX's stock price today?
One share of ZIXI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $6.09.
How big of a company is ZIX?
ZIX has a market capitalization of $323.56 million and generates $65.66 million in revenue each year. The software maker earns $-8,050,000.00 in net income (profit) each year or $0.08 on an earnings per share basis. ZIX employs 233 workers across the globe.
What is ZIX's official website?
How can I contact ZIX?
ZIX's mailing address is 2711 NORTH HASKELL AVENUE SUITE 2200 LB 36, DALLAS TX, 75204. The software maker can be reached via phone at 214-370-2000 or via email at [email protected]
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