Alpha Pro Tech: Update And Downgrade To Hold
- Alpha Pro Tech is financially secure for the long term, due to accumulating large cash balances as a result of high demand for its products during the COVID pandemic. However, as well as falling demand for COVID related products, its Building Supply segment is now under pressure due a reduction in new building starts that is forecast to worsen. After due consideration, the previous Buy recommendation is now downgraded to Hold.
- 06/16/2023
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Alpha Pro Tech: Buy For A Long-Term Hold Or Short-Term Trading
- Alpha Pro Tech stock has strong asset backing well in excess of the current share price, and positive earnings and cash flows. This offers an opportunity to buy for a long-term hold for modest capital gains, with the possibility of super profits in the event of a future pandemic.
- 04/05/2023
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Alpha Pro Tech: An Intelligent Investment
- Alpha Pro Tech has a $50 million market capitalization with an enterprise value of $36 million (debt is only a small lease).
- 12/28/2022
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Alpha Pro Tech: An Intelligent Investment
- Alpha Pro Tech is an intelligent deep value investment in the tradition of Ben Graham. It has a $50 million market capitalization with an enterprise value of $36 million. Debt is only a small lease. The stock offers a unique investment opportunity - a strong financial position supported by 10 years of FCF profits and selling below its NCAV.
- 12/27/2022
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7 Best Stocks to Buy Under $7
- While banking on the most established investments likely makes the most sense, for those that want to dial up their risk-reward profile, the following best stocks to buy under $7 offer plenty of intrigue. Generally, lower-priced securities tend to psychologically appeal to the masses, thereby possibly generating wider interest.
- 11/12/2022
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Advanced Penetration Testing (APT) – Pentesting High Security Environments by LSO
- You think you’ve come, you’ve seen, and you’ve conquered all the training in the pentest field? Think again. J0e McCray, Learn Security Online creator, has brewed up a new course to address the needs of the upper echelon of pentest monkeys out there. If you don’t know j0e from from his various speaking engagements at […] Advanced Penetration Testing (APT) – Pentesting High Security Environments by LSO...
- 10/22/2022
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Alpha Pro Tech: Time To Buy
- Alpha Pro Tech's personal protective equipment business (PPE) is coming back to a more stable position following explosive growth in sales due to the COVID pandemic. While PPE sales have come back close to pre-pandemic levels, the building supply segment is providing growth and value.
- 06/21/2022
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Alpha Pro Tech: Building Supply Business Growing Strongly
- Super profits from COVID-19 driven sales of N95 masks and other PPE appear to have come to an end. Outlook for this segment of APT's business is clouded at present. The Building Supply business segment is growing strongly and will likely be the major contributor to profits in the years ahead. Fed actions affecting housing construction pose a potential threat.
- 01/31/2022
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It's Not Too Late to Buy This Powerful Growth Stock
- Square has launched several new projects over the past few months, and it's not slowing down.
- 10/13/2021
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Here's 1 Stock That Could Make You Rich if the Stock Market Crashes
- Staying calm and focused on the long term when everyone around you loses their cool will work wonders for your portfolio.
- 10/11/2021
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Esports Entertainment Group says subsidiary partners with Alpha Esports Tech to develop computer vision for automated game scoring
- Esports Entertainment Group Inc has said its EEG Labs subsidiary will partner with Alpha Esports Tech Inc (Alpha Tech) to develop a new computer vision tech system that will allow Alpha Tech's online platform, GamerzArena, to conduct automated scoring for popular games such as Call of Duty and Fortnite. Esports Entertainment noted that the computer vision tech simplifies match scoring and allows GamerzArena to detect many common types of fraudulent activity, such as falsifying game outcomes.
- 10/04/2021
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Worried You Missed the Sell-Off Bargains? You Can Still Buy This Fintech Winner
- Benefiting from network effects and fast growth, this payments business is firing on all cylinders.
- 09/30/2021
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This Cathie Wood Stock Looks Unstoppable
- It sometimes pays to follow the portfolio decisions of prominent investors, like this one involving a burgeoning digital-payments business.
- 09/21/2021
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What Did the Stock Market Do Today? 3 Big Stories to Catch Up On.
- So what did the stock market do today? All eyes were on Covid-19 plays like FVRR stock as earnings season reveals poor guidance.
- 08/05/2021
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2021
- Overall Net Sales Down 30.2% due to Decreases in Mask and Shield Sales Disposable Protective Garment Sales Increased by 36.3% Building Supply Segment Sales Increased by 31.5%
- 08/04/2021
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APT Stock: Why One Expert Thinks You Should Prep for Lockdown 2.0 With Alpha Pro Tech
- APT stock is going to be the pandemic play of the month, according to investing influencer Will Meade. Mask mandates will lead to high demand.
- 08/03/2021
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7 Former Pandemic Stocks to Buy That Are No Longer Running Hot
- The pandemic bolstered many stocks to buy. But with cases fading, this narrative is now questionable.
- 05/26/2021
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (APT) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (APT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -18.18% and 0.53%, respectively, for the quarter ended March 2021.
- 05/06/2021
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Alpha Pro Tech: Hidden Value In Building Supply Segment
- Covid-19 resulted in massive cash reserves and a high return on assets. This cash can easily be utilized to grow its adjacent building supply segment that has already seen growth in 2020.
- 04/11/2021
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Don't Underestimate Alpha Pro Tech's Durability in the New Normal
- It's irrational to think that the personal protective equipment market is just going to go away. Hence, low-priced APT stock is worth a look.
- 03/23/2021
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Take Your Profits! 7 Covid Winners to Sell Now
- Because of the pandemic, many so-called Covid stocks enjoyed outsized gains but investors might want to consider trimming their exposure. The post Take Your Profits!
- 03/23/2021
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Ignore Last Month's Noise, Alpha Pro Tech Stock Is Heading Lower
- What lies ahead? Continued declines back to the single-digits.
- 03/23/2021
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New Strong Sell Stocks for March 19th
- APT, HQY and MFIN have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on March 19, 2021
- 03/19/2021
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The Pandemic is a Long-Term Factor (NASDAQ: QDEL) (NYSEAMERICAN: APT) (OTC US: BNOW) (NYSE: ABT)
- The pandemic won't always be a pandemic, but the virus is going to with us as an endemic part of life. That's the message from a new piece on Reuters.
- 03/04/2021
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (APT) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Q4 Release
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (APT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report.
- 02/17/2021
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5 Industrial Stocks Trading With Low Price-Earnings Ratios
- As of Dec. 16, the GuruFocus All-in-One Screener, a Premium feature, found that the following industrial companies have low price-earnings ratios and are owned by gurus. While some of them are great value investments, others may need to be researched more carefully, according to the discounted cash flow calculator.
- 12/16/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: Coming Into Buy Range
- I have been bearish on Alpha Pro Tech, purely on excessively high share price. The shares have come down by close to one-third since my last article, when I adopted a neutral stance, due to the considerable uncertainties as to projected sales volumes.
- 12/15/2020
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How to Invest in the Buy Now, Pay Later Industry
- Buy now, pay later is taking over e-commerce payments. Here's what you need to know.
- 12/05/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter of 2020
- Record Net Sales of $30.0 Million, an Increase of 150% Year-over-Year
- 11/05/2020
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GameAbove Capital Makes First Investment in Pro-Tech Group
- Private venture fund is focused on minority, women-owned enterprises involved in sustainability
- 10/16/2020
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GameAbove Capital Makes First Investment in Pro-Tech Group
- GameAbove Capital, a private venture fund for CapStone Holdings, is investing in logistics company Pro-Tech Group, LLC
- 10/13/2020
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Unboxing Earnings: Alpha Pro Tech 1H20 Results
- A blockbuster quarter with revenues increasing 123% and net income increasing 600% year over year. Production and supply issues hampered revenue and profitability.
- 08/19/2020
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Electrical Protective Equipment Market Analysis Highlights the Impact of COVID-19 (2020-2024) | Increasing Demand for Power to Boost Market Growth | Technavio
- The Global Electrical Protective Equipment Market will grow by USD 1 bn during 2020-2024
- 08/10/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: Coronavirus Pandemic Should Provide Strong Tailwind Through 2021 (NYSEMKT:APT)
- I have been recommending Alpha Pro Tech as one of the companies whose business is benefiting from the tragic coronavirus pandemic.
- 08/07/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: Performance Vs. Expectations, A Dose Of Reality (NYSEMKT:APT)
- In a recent article I wrote, Alpha Pro Tech can be expected to post some impressive quarterly earnings results over the next twelve months.
- 08/06/2020
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CORRECTING and REPLACING: Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2020
- NOGALES, Ariz., Aug. 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including disposable protective apparel and building products, reported a correction to the Company’s press release issued on the morning of August 4, 2020 relating to the Company’s expectations for timing of fulfillment of orders for its N-95 face mask booked as of August 1, 2020, as described in the second paragraph of the section of the press release titled “Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Orders Resulting from COVID-19 Pandemic.” The corrected press release reads as follows:ALPHA PRO TECH, LTD. ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30, 2020Net Sales of $25.5 Million, an Increase of 123.4% Year-over-Year Provides Update on Orders for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) * Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 were $25.5 million, compared to $11.4 million for the second quarter of 2019, up 123.4% year-over-year. * Net income for the second quarter of 2020 was $6.2 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, compared to $1.0 million, or $0.08 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2019, up 475% on a per share basis.Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including disposable protective apparel and building products, today announced financial results for the three month period ended June 30, 2020.Lloyd Hoffman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Alpha Pro Tech, commented, “Alpha Pro Tech delivered another exceptional quarter with triple-digit organic revenue growth, a 123% increase compared to the second quarter of 2019. Gross profit margin was nearly 50%, which is above our historical average, due to a shift in product mix towards more personal protective equipment (PPE) and extremely strong cash flow. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, demand for our N-95 face masks and other PPE remains strong and shows no indications of slowing as we move into the second half of 2020. Our backlog of orders continues to increase with current delivery commitments into the second quarter of 2021.”Hoffman continued, “In our Building Supply segment, we continue to attract more builders and have expanded our distribution network to capture increased demand for our housewrap, window flashing and seam tape. In addition to benefitting from cash flow that has enabled us to build a strong inventory position, we have managed to avoid many of the challenges faced by competitors that rely heavily on third-party imported products from countries hit hard by the pandemic by relying on our U.S.-based manufacturing and our joint venture partner.”“Our business continues to generate strong cash flows from operations, which enables us to invest in production capabilities and inventory in step with the ongoing demand for PPE and building supplies,” added Hoffman.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Orders Resulting from COVID-19 Pandemic The Company began ramping up production of its N-95 Particulate Respirator face mask and face shields in response to a significant increase in customer demand and volume of orders resulting from the initial outbreak of COVID-19 and the declaration by the World Health Organization of the outbreak as a “public health emergency of international concern,” and, ultimately, a global pandemic. The Company has continued to experience a significant surge in customer demand for the N-95 face mask, face shields and other PPE products as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.In an effort to meet the unprecedented demand, and to aid communities around the world in responding to the ongoing healthcare crisis, the Company began ramping up production during the first quarter of 2020 of the Company’s N-95 face mask, which is manufactured by the Company in the United States. As of August 1, 2020, the Company had booked approximately $66 million in orders for the Company’s N-95 face mask since January 27, 2020, of which approximately 10% have request dates in 2021. The Company fulfilled approximately $12 million of the orders through the first six months of 2020. At this time, the Company expects approximately $43 million of booked N-95 face mask orders with request dates in 2020 to be fulfilled by the end of the year, and approximately $23 million of the orders to be fulfilled in 2021. During the second quarter of 2020, the Company brought all available phase 1 N-95 production lines into service and secured raw materials to support the fulfillment of anticipated 2020 orders. In the second quarter, one of the raw materials did have availability constraints; however; the Company has now added additional supply sources, which the Company expects to remove any further bottlenecks and allow full production capacity of phase 1 in the latter part of the third quarter of 2020. Based on increased production capacity and current order demand, the Company expects N-95 face mask sales in the third quarter of 2020 to be significantly higher than the second quarter. The Company continues to expect the phase 2 expansion of additional N-95 face mask manufacturing lines to be initially operational by the latter part of the third quarter of 2020. Once phase 2 is operational, the Company will further ramp up production throughout the remainder of 2020 and expects that for fiscal 2021 the production capacity for the N-95 face mask will be over $100 million. The Company has also seen a significant increase in orders of the Company’s face shield products since January 27, 2020, with approximately $6 million of face shield orders fulfilled in the first six months of 2020. At this time, the Company expects face shield sales in the second half of 2020 to exceed the $6 million in sales through the first six months of the year.The Company’s other disposable protective garment product line, which include coveralls, gowns, lab coats, shoecovers and bouffant caps, has also seen a significant increase in demand, which primarily began in early March and continued throughout the second quarter. For the remainder of 2020, the Company expects increased demand for these products to continue. During the second quarter of 2020, the Company’s India joint venture ceased production due to a government-mandated COVID-19 shutdown, which impacted inventory levels. With the reopening of the joint venture in June, subsequent to the end of the shutdown, shipping of inventory has recommenced, but the temporary shutdown will impact production and sales of disposable protective garments in the third quarter, and production and sales could be further impacted by subsequent shutdowns. Even with these actual and potential delays, however, the Company expects disposable protective garment sales for the second half of 2020 to show continued top line growth. Net sales Consolidated sales for the second quarter of 2020 were $25.5 million, compared to $11.4 million for the second quarter of 2019, an increase of 123.4%, reflecting increased sales in the Disposable Protective Apparel segment of $13.3 million and increased sales in the Building Supply segment of $742,000.Sales for the Disposable Protective Apparel segment (including disposable protective garments, masks and shields) increased by $13.3 million, or 283.6%, to $18.0 million, compared to $4.7 million for the same period of 2019. This segment increase was due to a 991.3% increase in sales of face masks, a 973.2% increase in face shields and a 42.3% increase in sales of disposable protective garments. The increase in face mask sales was primarily attributable to increased sales of the Company’s N-95 face mask due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although face mask sales increased very significantly during the quarter, sales could have been even higher without a supply chain issue that the Company experienced. Management anticipates that this issue will be resolved in the third quarter of 2020 and that resolving this issue should bolster sales and inventory levels in the coming quarters. The increase in face shield sales was also due to the pandemic and having a strong inventory position. Building Supply segment sales increased by $742,000, or 11.1%, to $7.5 million for the second quarter of 2020, compared to $6.7 million for the same period of 2019. This segment increase was primarily due to an 11.7% increase in sales of the Company’s core building products, including an increase in sales of housewrap of 13.1% and an increase in sales of synthetic roof underlayment of 9.9%.Consolidated sales for the six months ended June 30, 2020 increased to $43.7 million, up from $23.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, representing an increase of $19.9 million, or 84.1%. This increase consisted of increased sales in the Disposable Protective Apparel segment of $18.1 million and increased sales in the Building Supply segment of $1.8 million.Building Supply segment sales for the six months ended June 30, 2020 increased by $1.8 million, or 13.6%, to $15.0 million, compared to $13.2 million for the same period of 2019. The Building Supply segment increase was primarily due to an increase in sales of housewrap of 16.5%, an increase in sales of synthetic roof underlayment of 11.0% and an increase in sales of other woven material of 17.0% compared to the same period of 2019. Synthetic roof underlayment sales have increased as a result of increased sales of the TECHNO family products. Housewrap sales in the first half of 2020 were positively affected by increased system warranty sales and improved U.S. housing starts.Gross profit Gross profit for the second quarter of 2020 increased by 207.2% to $12.6 million, or 49.5% gross profit margin, compared to $4.1 million, or 36.
- 08/04/2020
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Why Alpha Pro Tech Stock Dropped 11.5% in Early Trading on Aug. 4
- The company reported earnings, but the news and the stock price change don't really add up. Or do they?
- 08/04/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech : Announces Q2 Financial Results for Period Ended June 30, 2020 | MarketScreener
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2020
- Net Sales of $25.5 Million, an Increase of 123.4% Year-over-Year Provides Update on Orders for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) * Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 were $25.5 million, compared to $11.4 million for the second quarter of 2019, up 123.4% year-over-year. * Net income for the second quarter of 2020 was $6.2 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, compared to $1.0 million, or $0.08 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2019, up 475% on a per share basis.NOGALES, Ariz., Aug. 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including disposable protective apparel and building products, today announced financial results for the three month period ended June 30, 2020.Lloyd Hoffman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Alpha Pro Tech, commented, “Alpha Pro Tech delivered another exceptional quarter with triple-digit organic revenue growth, a 123% increase compared to the second quarter of 2019. Gross profit margin was nearly 50%, which is above our historical average, due to a shift in product mix towards more personal protective equipment (PPE) and extremely strong cash flow. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, demand for our N-95 face masks and other PPE remains strong and shows no indications of slowing as we move into the second half of 2020. Our backlog of orders continues to increase with current delivery commitments into the second quarter of 2021.”Hoffman continued, “In our Building Supply segment, we continue to attract more builders and have expanded our distribution network to capture increased demand for our housewrap, window flashing and seam tape. In addition to benefitting from cash flow that has enabled us to build a strong inventory position, we have managed to avoid many of the challenges faced by competitors that rely heavily on third-party imported products from countries hit hard by the pandemic by relying on our U.S.-based manufacturing and our joint venture partner.”“Our business continues to generate strong cash flows from operations, which enables us to invest in production capabilities and inventory in step with the ongoing demand for PPE and building supplies,” added Hoffman.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Orders Resulting from COVID-19 Pandemic The Company began ramping up production of its N-95 Particulate Respirator face mask and face shields in response to a significant increase in customer demand and volume of orders resulting from the initial outbreak of COVID-19 and the declaration by the World Health Organization of the outbreak as a “public health emergency of international concern,” and, ultimately, a global pandemic. The Company has continued to experience a significant surge in customer demand for the N-95 face mask, face shields and other PPE products as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.In an effort to meet the unprecedented demand, and to aid communities around the world in responding to the ongoing healthcare crisis, the Company began ramping up production during the first quarter of 2020 of the Company’s N-95 face mask, which is manufactured by the Company in the United States. As of August 1, 2020, the Company had booked approximately $66 million in orders for the Company’s N-95 face mask since January 27, 2020, of which approximately 10% have request dates in 2021. The Company fulfilled approximately $12 million of the orders through the first six months of 2020. At this time, the Company expects approximately $43 million of the remaining backlog of N-95 face mask orders with request dates in 2020 to be fulfilled by the end of the year, and approximately $11 million of the orders will be fulfilled in 2021. During the second quarter of 2020, the Company brought all available phase 1 N-95 production lines into service and secured raw materials to support the fulfillment of anticipated 2020 orders. In the second quarter, one of the raw materials did have availability constraints; however; the Company has now added additional supply sources, which the Company expects to remove any further bottlenecks and allow full production capacity of phase 1 in the latter part of the third quarter of 2020. Based on increased production capacity and current order demand, the Company expects N-95 face mask sales in the third quarter of 2020 to be significantly higher than the second quarter. The Company continues to expect the phase 2 expansion of additional N-95 face mask manufacturing lines to be initially operational by the latter part of the third quarter of 2020. Once phase 2 is operational, the Company will further ramp up production throughout the remainder of 2020 and expects that for fiscal 2021 the production capacity for the N-95 face mask will be over $100 million. The Company has also seen a significant increase in orders of the Company’s face shield products since January 27, 2020, with approximately $6 million of face shield orders fulfilled in the first six months of 2020. At this time, the Company expects face shield sales in the second half of 2020 to exceed the $6 million in sales through the first six months of the year.The Company’s other disposable protective garment product line, which include coveralls, gowns, lab coats, shoecovers and bouffant caps, has also seen a significant increase in demand, which primarily began in early March and continued throughout the second quarter. For the remainder of 2020, the Company expects increased demand for these products to continue. During the second quarter of 2020, the Company’s India joint venture ceased production due to a government-mandated COVID-19 shutdown, which impacted inventory levels. With the reopening of the joint venture in June, subsequent to the end of the shutdown, shipping of inventory has recommenced, but the temporary shutdown will impact production and sales of disposable protective garments in the third quarter, and production and sales could be further impacted by subsequent shutdowns. Even with these actual and potential delays, however, the Company expects disposable protective garment sales for the second half of 2020 to show continued top line growth. Net sales Consolidated sales for the second quarter of 2020 were $25.5 million, compared to $11.4 million for the second quarter of 2019, an increase of 123.4%, reflecting increased sales in the Disposable Protective Apparel segment of $13.3 million and increased sales in the Building Supply segment of $742,000.Sales for the Disposable Protective Apparel segment (including disposable protective garments, masks and shields) increased by $13.3 million, or 283.6%, to $18.0 million, compared to $4.7 million for the same period of 2019. This segment increase was due to a 991.3% increase in sales of face masks, a 973.2% increase in face shields and a 42.3% increase in sales of disposable protective garments. The increase in face mask sales was primarily attributable to increased sales of the Company’s N-95 face mask due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although face mask sales increased very significantly during the quarter, sales could have been even higher without a supply chain issue that the Company experienced. Management anticipates that this issue will be resolved in the third quarter of 2020 and that resolving this issue should bolster sales and inventory levels in the coming quarters. The increase in face shield sales was also due to the pandemic and having a strong inventory position. Building Supply segment sales increased by $742,000, or 11.1%, to $7.5 million for the second quarter of 2020, compared to $6.7 million for the same period of 2019. This segment increase was primarily due to an 11.7% increase in sales of the Company’s core building products, including an increase in sales of housewrap of 13.1% and an increase in sales of synthetic roof underlayment of 9.9%.Consolidated sales for the six months ended June 30, 2020 increased to $43.7 million, up from $23.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, representing an increase of $19.9 million, or 84.1%. This increase consisted of increased sales in the Disposable Protective Apparel segment of $18.1 million and increased sales in the Building Supply segment of $1.8 million.Building Supply segment sales for the six months ended June 30, 2020 increased by $1.8 million, or 13.6%, to $15.0 million, compared to $13.2 million for the same period of 2019. The Building Supply segment increase was primarily due to an increase in sales of housewrap of 16.5%, an increase in sales of synthetic roof underlayment of 11.0% and an increase in sales of other woven material of 17.0% compared to the same period of 2019. Synthetic roof underlayment sales have increased as a result of increased sales of the TECHNO family products. Housewrap sales in the first half of 2020 were positively affected by increased system warranty sales and improved U.S. housing starts.Gross profit Gross profit for the second quarter of 2020 increased by 207.2% to $12.6 million, or 49.5% gross profit margin, compared to $4.1 million, or 36.0% gross profit margin, for the same period of 2019. Gross profit margin was positively affected by the significant change in product mix, with a surge in customer demand in light of the COVID-19 pandemic for face masks (in particular the Company’s N-95 face mask) and face shields, which generally have a higher gross profit margin than the Company’s other products.Gross profit increased by $12.3 million, or 137.6%, to $21.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, up from $8.9 million for the same period of 2019. The gross profit margin was 48.5% for the six months ended June 30, 2020, compared to 37.6% for the same period of 2019.
- 08/04/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd.'s (NYSEMKT:APT) Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd.'s (NYSEMKT:APT) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 45.6x might make it look like a strong sell...
- 08/04/2020
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17,500 Shares in Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) Bought by Creative Planning
- Creative Planning purchased a new position in Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) in the second quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The fund purchased 17,500 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $310,000. Other large investors also recently modified their holdings of the company. Wells Fargo & Company MN bought a new stake in Alpha Pro Tech […]
- 08/04/2020
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Buy Alpha Pro Tech Stock for Big Stockpiling and ‘Buy American’ Trends
- Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) stock is an excellent play. Not only does it benefit from demand for personal protective equipment for the novel coronavirus, but it benefits from stockpiling and the "buy American" sentiment. And APT stock comes with a reasonable valuation. With that in mind, I think APT stock still has room to run. Buy it now.Source: Pavel Kapysh / Shutterstock.com Alpha Pro Tech's headquarters are in Canada, but its manufacturing facility is located in Utah. That sounds pretty American to me. And in case APT stock is new to you, the company makes PPE like face masks, face shields and infection control suits.Not surprisingly, APT stock has soared during the pandemic. So has the company's revenue. In the first quarter, revenue jumped 47.5% year-over-year.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading TipsAnd had an earthquake not impacted manufacturing in Q1, revenue would have been about $300,000 higher. Thankfully, it looks like the company has solved that problem. It said in April it expects to meet all orders for masks and shields through the beginning of Q4.APT stock has soared 66% in the last three months, nearly 535% this year, and 20% in the last month. I think shares have even more left in the tank. APT Stock Benefits From Stockpiling TrendsEven after the pandemic is over, the U.S. federal government, many American states and foreign countries will likely want to buy a large amount of PPE. Why? Everyone will want to be ready for the next pandemic. When the next pandemic occurs, no government will want to be caught unprepared and suffering from PPE shortages. The U.S. government has been there before. * 7 Dividend Stocks to Buy for Beginners to Income Investing Additionally, even after a vaccine is ready, some Americans may choose not to receive it. Consequently, hospitals and paramedics will likely still have to treat a small number of novel coronavirus patients through 2021 or early 2022.Given these factors, Alpha Pro Tech's sales are likely to remain strong for some time. And I have more proof of that. When the company reported its Q1 results, it noted that it had taken orders for face shields and face masks that are not slated to be filled until the first half of 2021. 'Buy American' Trend Supports Alpha Pro TechTurning to the "Buy American" trend, many U.S. politicians have understandably become wary of the country's practice of importing much of its drugs, PPE and medical equipment from China. Tensions between the two nations are rapidly intensifying. And there have been cases in which China has sold dysfunctional PPE to the U.S. Because of this, it is logical for America to reduce its reliance on China for medical equipment.This issues with manufacturing go beyond China. At the start of the pandemic, the U.S. was competing with allies Germany and France for masks 3M (NYSE:MMM) had produced overseas. President Donald Trump and many Republican lawmakers have therefore been looking to increase domestic production of drugs and medical equipment. For example, Trump recently reached an agreement with Eastman Kodak (NYSE:KODK). The government provided a loan, and now Kodak will help produce generic drugs like hydroxychloroquine.But what happens if Trump loses in November? Former Vice President Joe Biden would likely not be as intent on reducing U.S. PPE imports from China. However, Biden's own "Buy American" plans suggest his administration would at least push the federal government to buy more PPE from U.S. companies.Thus, no matter who wins the election, Alpha Pro Tech's sales should stay meaningfully above their 2019 levels for the next several years. Valuation and the Bottom Line on APT StockA Seeking Alpha columnist recently estimated that, in an optimistic scenario, APT's 2020 earnings per share could reach $1.71. I believe that the company's EPS will drop by 20% in 2021. So its 2021 EPS could be about $1.40. Placing a price-earnings ratio of 25 times -- versus the market average of about 16 times -- on that EPS yields a forward price target of $35. That looks desirable against the current share price near $22.Larry Ramer has conducted research and written articles on U.S. stocks for 13 years. He has been employed by The Fly and Israel's largest business newspaper, Globes. Larry began writing columns for InvestorPlace in 2015. Among his highly successful, contrarian picks have been Roku, solar stocks and Snap. You can reach him on StockTwits at @larryramer. As of this writing, he did not own any of the aforementioned stocks. More From InvestorPlace * Why Everyone Is Investing in 5G All WRONG * America's 1 Stock Picker Reveals His Next 1,000% Winner * Revolutionary Tech Behind 5G Rollout Is Being Pioneered By This 1 Company * Radical New Battery Could Dismantle Oil Markets The post Buy Alpha Pro Tech Stock for Big Stockpiling and 'Buy American' Trends appeared first on InvestorPlace.
- 07/31/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: Investing Ahead Of Q2 Earnings May Pay Off Short And Long Term
- Alpha Pro Tech - a micro-cap manufacturer of protective equipment - is uniquely positioned to supply PPE equipment, including protective masks.
- 07/30/2020
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Wall Street Breakfast: Negotiations Begin Over Next Coronavirus Relief Package
- Listen on the go! A daily podcast of Wall Street Breakfast will be available by 8:00 a.m. on Seeking Alpha, iTunes, Stitcher and Spotify.
- 07/28/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech Is Uniquely Positioned To Capture Demand For Face Masks
- The demand for face masks and shields has skyrocketed revenue to new heights. Profitability and earnings have never been higher.
- 07/27/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: The 'Greater Fool' Theory Still Alive And Well
- Based on intrinsic value, shares in Alpha Pro Tech are very much overpriced at present, just as they have been in other pandemics.
- 07/27/2020
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Healthcare Personal Protective Equipment Market for COVID-19 to reach USD 25.66 billion by 2027; Increasing Importance of Personal Hygiene and Safety to Augment Growth, Says Fortune Business Insights™
- The global Healthcare Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market for COVID-19 is projected to showcase remarkable growth in the coming years on account of the
- 07/23/2020
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APT Stock: A Covid-19 Name Built for the Long-Haul | InvestorPlace
- Alpha Pro Tech is enjoying an historic sales boom right now. And it is set to continue much longer than investors had expected.
- 07/22/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech's Stock Is Only Moving Higher on Emotions
- APT stock is jumping higher on President Trump’s face mask capitulation. Still, this isn’t a good enough reason to buy shares.
- 07/22/2020
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Treat Alpha Pro Tech Stock as a Momentum Trade Here
- APT stock is one heck of a risk -- few will deny that. However, the present circumstances set up a compelling momentum trade.
- 07/22/2020
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Wall Street Breakfast: eBay Refocuses On Core Marketplace
- Listen on the go! A daily podcast of Wall Street Breakfast will be available by 8:00 a.m. on Seeking Alpha, iTunes, Stitcher and Spotify.
- 07/21/2020
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Why Alpha Pro Tech's Stock Is Trading Higher Today
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE: APT) shares are trading higher amid a spike in protective apparel names after Trump tweeted a picture that included him wearing a protective face mask.> We are United in our effort to defeat the Invisible China Virus, and many people say that it is Patriotic to wear a face mask when you can't socially distance. There is nobody more Patriotic than me, your favorite President! pic.twitter.com/iQOd1whktN> > -- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 20, 2020Alpha Pro Tech is involved in the business of developing, manufacturing, and marketing of disposable protective apparel, building supply, and infection control products principally in the United States.Alpha Pro Tech's stock was trading up 8.90% at $22.40 per share on Monday at the time of publication. The company has a 52-week high of $41.59 and a 52-week low of $3.20.See more from Benzinga * Why Nio's Stock Is Trading Higher Today * Why BioNTech's Stock Is Trading Higher Today * Why Square's Stock Is Trading Lower Today(C) 2020 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
- 07/20/2020
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Investors Interested In Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd.'s (NYSEMKT:APT) Earnings
- When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 16x, you may...
- 07/17/2020
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Wall Street Breakfast: Netflix Warns Of Growth Slowdown
- Listen on the go! A daily podcast of Wall Street Breakfast will be available by 8:00 a.m. on Seeking Alpha, iTunes, Stitcher and Spotify.
- 07/17/2020
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What Does Alpha Pro Tech's (NYSEMKT:APT) CEO Pay Reveal?
- Lloyd Hoffman became the CEO of Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSEMKT:APT) in 2016, and we think it's a good time to look at...
- 07/13/2020
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Global Hazmat Suits Industry to 2027 - Featuring Kappler, Halyard Health & Respirex Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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Hazmat Suits Market Analysis Highlights the Impact of COVID-19 2020-2024| The Increasing Incidence And Prevalence Of Infectious Biological Hazards to Augment Growth | Technavio
- The Global Hazmat Suits Market will grow by $ 3.83 billion during 2020-2024
- 07/03/2020
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There's Doubt Now in Alpha Pro Tech Stock
- But I like the opportunity for a speculative long as well as a nice balance against other positions that could drop if Covid increases.
- 06/26/2020
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COVID-19: Significant Shift in Strategy of Protective Workwear Market in Europe 2020-2024 | Rising Number of Construction Activities in Europe to Augment Growth | Technavio
- The Protective Workwear Market in Europe will grow by USD 779.1 mn during 2020-2024
- 06/26/2020
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Short sales on the TSX: What bearish investors are betting against
- A significant shift in sentiment has been evident in June
- 06/25/2020
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ALPHA PRO TECH, LTD. SET TO JOIN RUSSELL 3000® AND RUSSELL 2000® INDEXES
- NOGALES, Ariz., June 25, 2020 -- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including.
- 06/25/2020
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The New Normal Of The Coronavirus Pandemic: Investment Implications
- I have previously discussed my views of the coronavirus pandemic, which included the fact that many states opened too early and that greater testing was needed.
- 06/25/2020
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6 Stocks That Could Edge Higher
- Stocks Analysis by Harry Boxer covering: Kamada, Allied Healthcare Products Inc, Dynavax Technologies Corporation, Lakeland Industries Inc. Read Harry Boxer's latest article on Investing.com
- 06/25/2020
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Top Stock Trades for Thursday: AMZN, APT, LAKE, RAD
- Rite Aid, Alpha Pro Tech, Amazon and Lakeland Industries were our top stock trades from Wednesday. That said, let's look at the charts now.
- 06/24/2020
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It Is Now Time to Be More Defensive
- The important thing will be the market close.
- 06/24/2020
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This Continues to Be a Market for Stock Picking Rather Than Market Timing
- This Friday is the rebalancing of the Russell indices, usually one of the highest volume days of the year.
- 06/23/2020
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4 Top Stock Trades for Monday: AAPL, SPG, RCL, APT
- Apple, Simon Property Group, Royal Caribbean and Alpha Pro Tech were our top stock trades from Friday. Let's look at the charts.
- 06/19/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) Short Interest Up 41.3% in June
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) was the target of a significant growth in short interest in June. As of June 15th, there was short interest totalling 4,210,000 shares, a growth of 41.3% from the May 31st total of 2,980,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 4,130,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 1.0 […]
- 06/19/2020
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Global Respiratory Protective Equipment Market Outlook to 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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$7+ Billion Worldwide House Wraps Industry to 2027 - Featuring Alpha Pro Tech, Berry Global & CertainTeed Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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ALPHA PRO TECH LTD : Change in Directors or Principal Officers, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits (form 8-K) | MarketScreener
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Don’t Buy Alpha Pro Tech Stock on Coronavirus Hopes
- Alpha Pro Tech has consistent revenue, with very little growth. Except now. Let's pass on APT stock, as shares will fade when Covid-19 does.
- 06/15/2020
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COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Analysis- Global Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market 2020-2024 | Stringent Occupational Safety Regulations to Boost Growth | Technavio
- The Global Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market will grow by USD 28.67 bn during 2020-2024
- 06/13/2020
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Global Medical Protective Gear Market 2020 Key Players, Industry Size, Share, Segmentation, Comprehensive Analysis and Forecast by 2025
- Jun 10, 2020 (CDN Newswire via Comtex) --
The latest study report namely Global Medical Protective Gear Market Growth 2020-2025 exclusively covers the...
- 06/11/2020
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COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Analysis - House Wraps Market 2020-2024 | Increasing Use of House Wraps to Prevent Air Infiltration to Boost Growth | Technavio
- The Global House Wraps Market will grow by USD 2.13 bn during 2020-2024
- 06/11/2020
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Protective Gear Maker Eyes 'Second Wave' Of Covid-19 As Earnings Crush Views
- Lakeland Industries crushed Q1 estimates on robust Covid-19 demand for its safety garments and accessories and sees new stockpiling.
- 06/10/2020
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Hedge Funds Have Never Been This Bullish On Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (APT)
- We at Insider Monkey have gone over 821 13F filings that hedge funds and prominent investors are required to file by the SEC The 13F filings show the funds' and investors' portfolio positions as of March 31st, near the height of the coronavirus market crash. In this article, we look at what those funds think […]
- 06/10/2020
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7 Risky Stocks That Are Worth a Gamble
- These seven A- and B-rated names are some of the top risky stocks to buy for enterprising investors. Here's what you should know about them.
- 06/08/2020
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Yearly Gainers: $APT $NLS $GRNQ
- May 29, 2020 (The Market Signal via Comtex) --
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- 05/29/2020
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Anger after doctor sends frail OAP to coronavirus care home
- Huddersfield woman says policy for elderly was unethical and has complained to MP Jason McCartney and Care Quality Commission
- 05/28/2020
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COVID 19: MEMMCOL Donates Food, Sanitizers, and Face Masks to Host Community | BizWatchNigeria.Ng
- In line with its Corporate Social Responsibility thrust of supporting and standing with the host community where its world-class state-of the-art...
- 05/24/2020
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Statistical Errors, WellStar Furlough, Kroger Hiring: GA Top News
- State botches stats | School reopening plan | 6-foot gator | Drive-thru test | WellStar furloughs employees | Kroger hiring: GA Top News
- 05/22/2020
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Is Now The Time To Put Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) On Your Watchlist?
- It's only natural that many investors, especially those who are new to the game, prefer to buy shares in 'sexy' stocks...
- 05/22/2020
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Insights into the Worldwide PPE Industry to 2024 - Upcoming Trends and Challenges that will Influence the Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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Douglas Officials Break Ground For New SPLOST Projects
- Ground was broken Thursday for five new SPLOST-funded parks projects. Officials also inaugurated Douglas County's new digital radio system.
- 05/18/2020
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Is Alpha Pro Tech A One-Time Coronavirus Fad?
- A manufacturer of personal protective equipment including N-95 medical masks has seen demand for its products skyrocket. But can it keep the momentum going?
- 05/15/2020
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Let's Unmask This Opportunity
- The big push for Alpha Pro Tech has been N95 masks, which we know are in huge demand, and here's a trade in the name right now.
- 05/14/2020
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15 retailers selling stylish face masks—and if they’re actually good
- These fashionable masks are great cloth face coverings.
- 05/13/2020
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6 Stocks To Watch: ABBV, FSLY, GDOT, PTGX, SIEN, UNFI
- Stocks Analysis by Harry Boxer covering: Novavax Inc, Overstockcom Inc, United Natural Foods Inc, B&G Foods Inc. Read Harry Boxer's latest article on Investing.com
- 05/13/2020
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COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Analysis | House Wraps Market 2020-2024 | Moisture Management And Energy Saving To Boost Growth | Technavio
- The global house wraps market has the potential to grow by USD 2.13 billion during 2020-2024
- 05/12/2020
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Increasing Prevalence of Infectious Diseases Driving Growth in the Global Hazmat Suits Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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Global Smart Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market 2020 Key Players Analysis, Segmentation, Growth, Future Trend, Gross Margin, Demand and Forecast by 2026
- May 09, 2020 (CDN Newswire via Comtex) --
The currently appended report by MarketsandResearch.biz with the title Global Smart Personal Protective Equipment...
- 05/09/2020
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COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Analysis | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market 2020-2024 | Stringent Occupational Safety Regulations to Boost Growth | Technavio
- The personal protective equipment market size has the potential to grow by USD 28.67 bn during 2020-2024.
- 05/09/2020
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Global N95 Mask Market (2020 to 2025) - Featuring 3M Company, Honeywell & Prestige Ameritech Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com
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Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. Announces 47.5% Sales Growth for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2020 and Provides Update on Personal Protective Equipment Orders
- Revenue for the first quarter of 2020 increased 47.5% to $18.2 million, compared to $12.3 million for the first quarter of 2019.Net income for the first quarter of 2020.
- 05/06/2020
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6 Stock Charts To Watch: AHPI, APA, FLDM, RGNX, RVP, THMO
- Stocks Analysis by Harry Boxer covering: SPDR S&P 500, Apache Corporation, Valero Energy Corporation, Compugen. Read Harry Boxer's latest article on Investing.com
- 05/05/2020
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Retired UK based Zim nurse dies from Covid-19 after being invited back to work…spent 21 days on ventilator - NewZimbabwe.com
- Spread This NewsBy Staff Reporter A retired Zimbabwean nurse based in the United Kingdom has died of coronavirus after she had been invited back to work to assist front line staff in the fight against the world pandemic. Rachel Makombe-Chikanda, who was 67, died Friday at Royal London Hospital after spending 21 days fighting for
- 05/03/2020
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Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names APHA;SPCE;CROX;GNC;CEQP;APT;MESO;TD;SDC;STNG
- Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names APHA SPCE CROX GNC CEQP APT MESO TD SDC STNG
- 04/30/2020
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Respiratory Protection Market Growth Report 2028 | Major Players - 3M, Bullard Group, Ansell, Alpha Pro Tech, Gentex, & Grolls: Radiant Insights, Inc.
- Respiratory Protection Market Growth Report 2028 | Major Players - 3M, Bullard Group, Ansell, Alpha Pro Tech, Gentex, & Grolls: Radiant Insights, Inc.PR NewswireSAN FRANCISCO, April 29, 2020SAN FRANCISCO, April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Respiratory Protection Market is estimated to display
- 04/29/2020
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The Top Reason Alpha Pro Tech Is a Strong Buy
- With face masks under considerable demand, Alpha Pro Tech is racing to keep up with demand. That could easily send APT stock well above $20.
- 04/28/2020
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Global Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market Study, 2018-2027
- The "Personal Protective Equipment - Global Market Outlook (2018-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
- 04/23/2020
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PPE Industry Forecast, 2020-2027: Anticipated to Cross $98 Billion by 2027, Rising at a CAGR of 8.5%
- Dublin, April 22, 2020 -- The "Personal Protective Equipment - Global Market Outlook (2018-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering..
- 04/22/2020
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How Does Alpha Pro Tech's (NYSEMKT:APT) P/E Compare To Its Industry, After Its Big Share Price Gain?
- Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) shares have continued recent momentum with a 33% gain in the last month alone. Zooming...
- 04/22/2020
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Global PPE Market Outlook to 2027: Assessment of COVID-19's Impact - ResearchAndMarkets.com
- The "Personal Protective Equipment - Global Market Outlook (2018-2027)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
- 04/21/2020
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COVID-19 Update: - N95 Masks Market was Estimated to be US$ 784.5 in 2019, Growing at a CAGR of 9.45% Over the Forecast Period, Owing to Growing Instances of Respiratory Disorders, Says Absolute Markets Insights
- COVID-19 Update: - N95 Masks Market was Estimated to be US$ 784.5 in 2019, Growing at a CAGR of 9.
- 04/20/2020
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The global personal protective equipment market is projected to reach $ 65 billion by 2025
- New York, April 16, 2020 -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Global Personal Protective Equipment Market, By Product, By Application Industry, By.
- 04/16/2020
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Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names SKT;AMC;GOGO;SPCE;CVE;APT;MJ;X;UNM
- Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names SKT AMC GOGO SPCE CVE APT MJ X UNM
- 04/14/2020
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Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names SPCE;GME;APT;BE;SFIX;CRON;JCP;JMIA;APRN;INO
- Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names SPCE GME APT BE SFIX CRON JCP JMIA APRN INO
- 04/13/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech Is a One-Trick Pony
- One of the dramatic shifts in our "new normal" is that several mundane businesses have suddenly exploded in demand. Among the biggest beneficiaries of this surge in interest is industrial giant 3M (NYSE:MMM). Previously an increasingly irrelevant organization, 3M's N95 facemask division became a matter of national security. But without adequate production, smaller companies like Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) have also emerged into the spotlight. Consequently, very few names have skyrocketed quite like APT stock.Source: Pavel Kapysh / Shutterstock.com But should you gamble on this speculative organization?Admittedly, recent news makes it appear that APT stock still has some legs. As I mentioned, companies like 3M have ramped up production of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face masks. However, accusations of immoral profiteering have plagued 3M and the broader PPE industry.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading TipsMost notably, Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo grilled 3M CEO Mike Roman on various issues. Easily the most troubling accusation is that the industrial giant sold their PPEs to the highest bidder, including representatives of foreign countries. You can tell from the interview that Bartiromo was doing her utter best to hide her disgust.I back her views 100%. In this circumstance, you can see how a company like Alpha Pro Tech, which doesn't have the PR glare of 3M, may benefit; hence, the case for APT stock. * 7 Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week The controversy regarding 3M didn't get better until President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act. Suddenly, 3M changed their tune, understanding that the federal government wasn't messing around. As such, PPEs originally destined for foreign countries will now go back to American hands.Still, this fiasco demonstrates the great need for PPEs, which for now supports APT stock. A Narrowing Buy Case for APT StockStill, at some point and perhaps very soon, the question will become, how long will the bullish argument for this company last? If the relationship between the Alpha Pro Tech's technical chart and global coronavirus cases is any indication, we may be nearing the end of this Cinderella story.From around mid-January toward the end of the month, Alpha Pro Tech stock surged 120%. At the time, media reports indicated that China was suffering from a mysterious, infectious disease. Several days before Chinese coronavirus cases hit four digits, speculators reasoned that the outbreak would get much worse. Click to Enlarge Source: Chart by Matt McCall Research Team Plus, it also helped that APT stock was very cheap on paper. Therefore, just a little bit of sentiment was enough to move shares substantially due to the law of small numbers.But following the 120% surge, shares steadily came back down to earth. Still, it wasn't done moving. In the second half of February, speculators anticipated that Covid-19 would turn into a devastating pandemic. Foreseeing massive shortages for PPEs, they again bid up APT stock, from just under $5 to over $25.Like clockwork, following this 414% lift, shares again steadily deteriorated to where we are now at $12. To believe the optimists means that you anticipate another meaningful surge in coronavirus cases.Here's the problem -- mathematically, we're seeing case growth decelerate sharply. I'm not an epidemiologist, but that's not my point. Instead, I think the low-hanging fruit for this stock is gone.In the first major spike of coronavirus infections (when APT stock jumped 120%), case growth increased by 14,489%. In the second spike, cases grew by 1,591% -- significant, yes, but not nearly enough to take a gamble on Alpha Pro Tech. Don't Repeat History LessonsIn the spirit of full disclosure, a long-term buy argument for APT exists. With harsh lessons learned regarding this pandemic, both individuals and government agencies will prioritize preparedness. Therefore, the runway for Alpha Pro Tech could be longer than many skeptics anticipate.Ultimately, I don't think it matters. For investors to truly feel confident in APT stock, they need to know that shares will grow based off more than just a single catalyst. Historically, that's never been the case.Pull up a long-term chart and you'll see what I mean. Back during the H1N1 pandemic, this company enjoyed a rapid burst in market value. But as the outbreak faded, so too did shares. A few years ago, America was gripped with Ebola fears. Again, it jumped but just as quickly, it fell apart.While APT stock could linger longer this time around, I don't see any fundamental justification for it. Being the same old company, I'll continue to avoid Alpha Pro Tech.Matthew McCall left Wall Street to actually help investors -- by getting them into the world's biggest, most revolutionary trends BEFORE anyone else. The power of being "first" gave Matt's readers the chance to bank +2,438% in Stamps.com (STMP), +1,523% in Ulta Beauty (ULTA) and +1,044% in Tesla (TSLA), just to name a few. Click here to see what Matt has up his sleeve now. Matt does not directly own the aforementioned securities. More From InvestorPlace * America's 1 Stock Picker Reveals Next 1,000% Winner * 25 Stocks You Should Sell Immediately * 1 Under-the-Radar 5G Stock to Buy Now * The 1 Stock All Retirees Must Own The post Alpha Pro Tech Is a One-Trick Pony appeared first on InvestorPlace.
- 04/09/2020
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After a Strong Start to 2020, Kroger Stock Still Has Upside Ahead
- Kroger (NYSE:KR) stock is in rare company. Among stocks with a market capitalization over $10 billion, only about 12% have risen so far in 2020. Fewer than 5% have outperformed Kroger stock, which has gained a healthy 5.6%.Source: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock.com It's tempting to chalk up the gains to the novel coronavirus pandemic. Consumers have stocked up on essentials ahead of shelter-in-place orders. and that trend has given a big short-term boost to Kroger sales.But there's been more to the 2020 gains than just a short-term boost. And there's more to the long-term case, as well.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading TipsThis is one of the country's best companies. Even after the gains, KR stock still looks cheap. In fact, it looks too cheap. And that's just one of the reasons why Kroger stock should keep rallying. Kroger Gets a BoostOn Wednesday, Kroger provided a business update for investors. The company noted "strong sales" in February, the first month of its fiscal year 2020. But March was far more impressive. * 7 Penny Stocks To Buy with Massive Upside Potential According to the release, same-store sales excluding fuel rose a staggering 30%. As a result, Kroger expects its adjusted earnings per share (EPS) growth in the first quarter to be better than its original full-year guidance. That guidance suggested a 5-10% year-over-year increase in FY20.Investors might see even that guidance as conservative. It could be, but it's worth considering two important factors.First, Kroger's costs are going up as well. The company is providing a "hero bonus" of $2 per hour to its hourly frontline employees. Increased sanitation and installation of safety measures like plexiglass partitions will also increase expenses.Certainly, Kroger's first quarter earnings will look solid. But it's unlikely that earnings will grow at the same pace as sales, given higher costs.Secondly, a short-term boost alone doesn't make KR stock a buy. That's true for any stock. Indeed, I've made that argument in expressing caution toward "pandemic plays" like Lakeland Industries (NASDAQ:LAKE) and Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEAMERICAN:APT) that have seen huge gains.The burst in demand will put some extra cash on Kroger's balance sheet. That's helpful, but doesn't make Kroger stock a buy. However, the March figures do show that one key risk might not be what investors believed. Competition for KrogerKR stock hasn't exactly lit the world on fire in recent years. The stock entered 2020 at the same levels at which it traded in late 2014.One key reason for this has been competition. Walmart (NYSE:WMT) has improved its execution and spent heavily on omnichannel retail and grocery delivery and pickup. Meanwhile, Target (NYSE:TGT) has also turned itself around.Additionally, low-cost German operators Aldi and Lidl have expanded across the country. And while competition in the industry always is intense, Kroger has more and better competitors out there now.That's put a lid on the multiple assigned to KR stock. Free cash flow actually has increased over the last six years, as well as adjusted EBITDA. Yet, investors have paid less for those earnings -- due at least in part to competitive fears.What recent results show, however, is that Kroger is holding its own. It's not just the 30% increase in March same-store sales, either. Same-store sales excluding fuel (fuel revenues are significantly impacted by gasoline prices) rose a solid 2% in fiscal 2019.Overall, Kroger is competing hard in a tough space. And while it's not exactly dominating competitors, it's at least driving growth. That growth, however, doesn't seem reflected in the KR stock price. KR Stock Looks CheapIn updating on its sales trends for February and March, Kroger reaffirmed full-year fiscal 2020 adjusted earnings per share guidance of $2.30-$2.40.At the midpoint of that range, EPS would increase about 7.5%. But, Kroger stock trades at less than 14 times the midpoint of that guidance.That multiple doesn't seem to reflect the growth profile of the business -- even excluding the short-term bounce. As recent results show, KR is a defensive stock, whose earnings can and will hold up even in a recession. Profits are still growing, but the valuation assigned KR stock treats its future growth as close to zero.That's not what is happening now. It's not what happened in a particularly strong fourth quarter, either, in which adjusted EPS increased 19% year-over-year.Even the year-to-date rally doesn't seem to incorporate that growth. Kroger is still one of the cheapest large-cap stocks out there. Its business clearly is built for pretty much any environment, and it's matched the efforts of larger rivals in delivery and pickup.That said, it's that combination that underpins the long-term case for KR stock. That case looks solid, and will stay that way even once this crisis passes.Matthew McCall left Wall Street to actually help investors -- by getting them into the world's biggest, most revolutionary trends BEFORE anyone else. The power of being "first" gave Matt's readers the chance to bank +2,438% in Stamps.com (STMP), +1,523% in Ulta Beauty (ULTA) and +1,044% in Tesla (TSLA), just to name a few. Click here to see what Matt has up his sleeve now. Matt does not directly own the aforementioned securities. More From InvestorPlace * America's 1 Stock Picker Reveals Next 1,000% Winner * 25 Stocks You Should Sell Immediately * 1 Under-the-Radar 5G Stock to Buy Now * The 1 Stock All Retirees Must Own The post After a Strong Start to 2020, Kroger Stock Still Has Upside Ahead appeared first on InvestorPlace.
- 04/09/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech: The 'New Normal' Resets To A Stronger Sustainable Business
- Alpha Pro Tech recorded $46.7 million in revenues in 2019, and net income was $3.0 million, or $0.23 per share. The company operates two business lines, buildin
- 04/09/2020
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Rising Airborne Disease Prevalence to Drive Surgical, Face, and Respiratory Mask Market Revenue to $15,696.2 Million by 2030: P&S Intelligence
- NEW YORK, April 09, 2020 -- Around the world, the prevalence of airborne diseases is rising, which is creating grave concerns for public health. The most common such diseases.
- 04/09/2020
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This Protective Gear Maker Sees 'Exponential' Jump In Orders Even Into 2021
- Alpha Pro Tech reported surging demand continues for face masks, face shields and other personal protective gear.
- 04/08/2020
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Coronavirus update: 1.46 million cases worldwide, 85,397 deaths; Wuhan lifts travel ban, while U.S. case tally tops 400,000
- The number of U.S. cases of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 rose above 400,000 on Wednesday, as companies continued to cut costs and furlough workers as...
- 04/08/2020
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NLY, NRZ among premarket gainers
- Ellington Financial (NYSE:EFC) +54% as book value holds up.New York Mortgage Trust (NASDAQ:NYMT) +39% on updating on financing, portfolio.Myomo (NYSEMKT:MYO) +26% on accelerating growth in pipeline an
- 04/08/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech reports strong demand for N-95 face masks, face shied products and other PPE
- Alpha Pro Tech Ltd. , a maker of products aimed at protecting people, including personal protective equipment and building products, said Wednesday it has booked about $36.7 million of orders for its N-95 face masks between Jan. and April, which are currently in high demand amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Nogales, Arizona-based company said that's up 62% from the same time a year ago and that it continues to see strong demand for the masks that can filter out airborne particles. The company is ramping up production and expects a phase 2 expansion to be operational by late summer. The company has also see a steep rise in demand for face shield products with orders of more than $11.6 million compared with $1.6 million a year ago. The company has also seen strong demand for gowns, lab coats, shoecovers and bouffant caps, which are made by a joint venture in India that is currently in lockdown. Shares were down 1.8% premarket but have gained 259% in the year to date, while the S&P; 500 has fallen 18%.
- 04/08/2020
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ALPHA PRO TECH PROVIDES UPDATE ON PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ORDERS RESULTING FROM COVID-19 PANDEMIC
- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including disposable protective apparel and building products, today announced an update to the status of orders booked for personal protective equipment (PPE) products in APT’s disposable protective apparel product suite, including the company’s proprietary N-95 Particulate Respirator face mask and face shields. As of April 7, 2020, APT has booked approximately $36.7 million in orders for the company’s proprietary N-95 Particulate Respirator face mask since January 27, 2020, an increase of $14.1 million, or 62%, from the $22.6 million in orders reported as of March 11, 2020, and the company continues to experience greater demand.
- 04/08/2020
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New York "not ready" for high point of COVID-19 pandemic - Gov. Cuomo
- New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is warning that the state is still not ready to handle the peak number COVID-19 cases, expected in the next seven days or so.He says the total number of confirmed cases
- 04/04/2020
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Bear market bingo: Five ways investors can pass the time during the COVID-19 crisis
- Peter Hodson: While you are stuck at home see if you can spot these things in today’s unusual investment world
- 04/03/2020
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TSLA, ET among premarket gainers
- Capricor Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CAPR) +26% on providing its CAP-1002 cell therapy under compassionate use for patients with advanced COVID-19.Fate Therapeutics (NASDAQ:FATE) +19% on J&J cell therapy
- 04/03/2020
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2 Ultra-High-Growth Stocks I'd Buy Right Now
- Alpha Pro Tech and Amarin are poised for an amazing run in April.
- 04/02/2020
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LK, CCL among premarket losers
- Luckin Coffee (NASDAQ:LK) -84% on fraud finding.Golar LNG Partners (NASDAQ:GMLP) -55% on dividend cut.Safe-T Group (NASDAQ:SFET) -28% after pricing direct offering.Dynatronics (NASDAQ:DYNT) -22% on gu
- 04/02/2020
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72 Biggest Movers From Yesterday
- Gainers
InflaRx N.V. (NASDAQ: IFRX) shares climbed 50% to close at $5.73 on Wednesday after the company said it has enrolled and dosed the first patient into a randomized...
- 04/02/2020
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NVAX, INSG among premarket gainers
- InflaRx N.V. (NASDAQ:IFRX) +54% with doses of first COVID-19 with IFX-1.Qumu (NASDAQ:QUMU) +39%.Chembio Diagnostics (NASDAQ:CEMI) +26% on launching rapid COVID-19 blood test.Safe-T Group (NASDAQ:SFET)
- 04/01/2020
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Europe Protective Workwear Market Expected to Grow with a CAGR of 5% Over the Forecast Period, 2020-2024 - ResearchAndMarkets.com
- The "Protective Workwear Market in Europe 2020-2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
- 04/01/2020
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AMRN, CCL among premarket losers
- Amarin (NASDAQ:AMRN) -68% after court decision on Vascepa.Delphi Technologies (NYSE:DLPH) -27% on cost reductions.SuperCom (NASDAQ:SPCB) -22%.ElectroCore (NASDAQ:ECOR) -20%.Carnival (NYSE:CCL) -14% af
- 03/31/2020
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Unusually active option classes on open March 30th ABT;NAT;GME;APT;BMY;UUP;JNJ
- Unusually active option classes on open March 30th ABT NAT GME APT BMY UUP JNJ
- 03/30/2020
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What Is Alpha Pro Tech's (NYSEMKT:APT) P/E Ratio After Its Share Price Tanked?
- Of late the Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) share price has softened like an ice cream in the sun, melting a full 47...
- 03/29/2020
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COVID-19 Impact to the Global Surgical Masks and Respirators Market – New Forecast Released by LSI
- Life Science Intelligence (LSI) has been tracking and publishing market data on the global surgical apparel market and protective personal equipment (PPE) market for the last decade. LSI’s new market report, Global Opportunities in Surgical Masks and Respirators Market - Impact Analysis of Coronavirus
- 03/25/2020
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Stop Chasing Coronavirus Plays Like Moderna Stock
- Stocks like MRNA stock have soared on hopes they will benefit from the coronavirus pandemic. But history shows few, if any, actually will.
- 03/25/2020
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FDA relaxes oversight of ventilators in effort to boost supply
- Aimed at increasing the availability of ventilators and accessories, the FDA has temporarily relaxed its standards enabling medical device makers to more easily make changes to existing products (e.g.
- 03/22/2020
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Here's My Watchlist of 12 Covid-19 Stock Plays
- If this group begins to outperform, then I'd use it as an indication of caution.
- 03/20/2020
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EU Moves To Limit Exports Of Face Masks, Protective Medical Gear
- The EU is curbing exports of medical protective gear outside the bloc, as Italy, Spain, Germany and France see coronavirus cases surge.
- 03/16/2020
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Infection Control (Disinfection & Sterilization) Market Trends 2020: Emerging Technologies, Sales Revenue, Key Players Analysis, Development Status, Opportunity Assessment and Industry Expansion Strategies 2023
- Mar 16, 2020 (The Expresswire) --
Global “Infection Control (Disinfection and Sterilization) Market” Report 2020 is a comprehensive, professional report...
- 03/16/2020
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The Coronavirus Pandemic Has Revealed Some Micro-Cap Opportunities
- With the Dow Jones and the S&P; 500 plummeting as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, a number of interesting micro-cap stocks have emerged as interesting bets Continue reading...
- 03/13/2020
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Company News for Mar 13, 2020
- Companies In The News Are: POAI, APT, AQST, TACO
- 03/13/2020
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Mid-Day Market Update: Crude Oil Down Over 5%; Alpha Pro Tech Shares Spike Higher
- Midway through trading Thursday, the Dow traded down 8.55% to 21539.88 while the NASDAQ fell 7.05% to 7391.26. The S&P also fell, dropping 7.63% to 2,532.15. South Korea...
- 03/12/2020
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Benzinga Pro's Top 5 Stocks To Watch For Thurs., Mar. 12, 2020: BA, APT, UBER, APRN, CHFS
- Benzinga Pro's Stocks To Watch For Thursday * Boeing (BA) \- Shares collapsed 18% on Wednesday, the stock's worst single trading session in almost 50 years. The company's market cap plunged by about $70 billion on Wednesday. Reports suggested Boeing will draw down all of a nearly $14 billion loan as a precaution and will freeze hiring. Additionally, the FAA said it did not approve the company's 737 MAX wiring bundles compliance proposal. The stock continued lower by another 14% on Thursday. JP Morgan downgraded the stock to Neutral. * Alpha Pro Tech (APT) \- The company gave an update on sales of its N-95 facemask: between Jan. 27 and Mar. 11, the company booked $22.6 million in orders. Alpha Pro Tech said it will fulfill about $4 million of currently booked orders in Q1 and the remaining $18.6 million in early Q3. The stock was up 40%. * Uber Technologies (UBER) \- The stock was down 11% in pre-market action as fears about the company's ride-share business amid the coronavirus outbreak weighed. Reports Wednesday suggested workers of Uber and Lyft were demanding paid sick leave. Another report suggested the company could suspend accounts of drivers and passengers who have been confirmed with coronavirus infection. * Blue Apron (APRN) \- Shares rallied on Wednesday, up 12%, as investors likely considered the implications of Americans being indoors for potentially the next couple weeks. As a provider of delivered food to consumers at home, Blue Apron is being considered a potential beneficiary to the coronavirus outbreak. * CHF Solutions (CHFS) \- Shares of this penny stock were indicated sharply higher in pre-market action, up 82% to around $0.57. The Benzinga Pro Newsdesk did not see company-specific news to justify the move higher but should be noted the company is a medical device manufacturer. Its Aquadex FlexFlow system is indicated for temporary ultrafiltration treatment of patients with fluid overload who have failed diuretic therapy.See more from Benzinga * Benzinga Pro's Top 5 Stocks To Watch For Mon., Mar. 9, 2020: XOM, GLD, BA, TSLA, SPEX * Benzinga Pro's Top 6 Stocks To Watch For Tues., Mar. 3, 2020: TGT, BYND, UBER, NOVN, QRVO, HTBX * Benzinga Pro's Top 5 Stocks To Watch For Thurs., Feb. 27, 2020: MSFT, JCP, APT, BBY, TNXP(C) 2020 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
- 03/12/2020
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Alpha Pro Tech Sees Continued Demand for Personal Protective Equipment Products in Response to Coronavirus (Covid-19) Pandemic
- NOGALES, Ariz., March 12, 2020 -- Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE American: APT), a leading manufacturer of products designed to protect people, products and environments, including.
- 03/12/2020
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INO, DXC among premarket gainers
- Tiziana Life Sciences PLC (NASDAQ:TLSA) +162% on potential coronavirus treatment.Phio Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:PHIO) +24% on Medigene deal.Inovio Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:INO) +21%.Altimmune (NASDAQ:ALT
- 03/11/2020
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What Is Alpha Pro Tech's (NYSEMKT:APT) P/E Ratio After Its Share Price Rocketed?
- It's really great to see that even after a strong run, Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) shares have been powering on, with...
- 03/11/2020
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3M Stock Could See a Billion-Dollar Boost from Trump
- 3M (NYSE:MMM) has quickly become another "blood in the street" opportunity.Source: Nor Gal / Shutterstock.com After plummeting from a high of $180 a share to a low of $144.44, the stock offers sizable opportunity.For one, 3M is aggressively oversold at double bottom support dating back to Oct. 2020. Two, President Donald Trump is about to light a fire under the stock.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips * 9 Stocks to Buy If People Get Stuck at Home At the moment, I strongly believe MMM stock could refill its bearish gap around $180 shortly. Coronavirus Creating Monster Opportunity for 3MJust this week, Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, as quoted by The New York Post, said the coronavirus has risen to a level of "outbreak," even a "pandemic.""We're dealing with clearly an emerging infectious disease that is now reached outbreak proportions and likely pandemic proportions," said Dr. Fauci. "If you look at, you know, by multiple definitions of what a pandemic is, the fact is this is multiple sustained transmissions of a highly infectious agent in multiple regions of the globe."Of course, news like this only induces panic. However, for investors, it also creates opportunity. Trump Could Send $1 Billion in Sales to 3MIt creates big opportunity, which is especially true for face mask companies after the U.S. Health and Human Services says the U.S. only has 10% of face masks needed for a full-blown virus pandemic. They estimate the U.S. would need at least 3.5 billion medical-grade N95 masks.Better, the Trump Administration has plans to source millions of masks from 3M to help combat the virus threat. If so, that could generate up to $1 billion in sales for the company. Vice President Mike Pence said in a press conference:We're going to make sure and protect the health of our healthcare providers. As the President said, we have more than 40 million masks available today. We've contracted now with 3M. Thirty-five million more masks per month will be produced, and we're also going to be working with other manufacturers.For 3M, it's not all about face masks, though. It's also ramping up global production for respirators and other safety products, "as quickly as possible," noted the company. "In China and around the world, 3M is working with customers, distributors, government and medical officials to help get supplies where they are most needed. 3M is also closely monitoring and responding to any potential impact."Granted, 3M isn't the only game in town. Alpha Pro Tech (NYSE:APT) has also benefited from the demand for face masks. With regards to 3M, though, "The simple reality is that 3M is one of only a handful of S&P; names that sells a necessary product in virus containment," according to a Melius Research report. "This is being ignored by the market."Melius Research also upgraded the stock to a "buy" from a "hold" rating. The Bottom Line on 3M StockThe biggest catalyst for 3M is the coronavirus story.With the virus spreading rapidly throughout the global community and a severe shortage of face masks, 3M could be one of the biggest beneficiary of the demand boom. Currently at double bottom support, I strongly believe 3M will refill its gap at $180 shortly.Ian Cooper, an InvestorPlace.com contributor, has been analyzing stocks and options for web-based advisories since 1999. As of this writing, Ian Cooper did not hold a position in any of the aforementioned securities. More From InvestorPlace * 2 Toxic Pot Stocks You Should Avoid * 9 Stocks to Buy If People Get Stuck at Home * 7 Strong Value Stocks to Buy for 2020 * 5 High-Yield Dividend Stocks With Great Buyback Programs The post 3M Stock Could See a Billion-Dollar Boost from Trump appeared first on InvestorPlace.
- 03/06/2020
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A Tax-Free 4% Dividend Perfect For This Selloff
- Let’s be honest: it’s hard not to be rattled by last week’s double-digit drop in the S&P 500.
- 03/06/2020
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Hold Alpha Pro Tech Stock as Face Mask Demand Soars
- The coronavirus from China has ravaged many stocks, but a handful of companies are actually set to benefit from this unfortunate viral outbreak. Alpha Pro Tech (NYSEMKT:APT) stock is among that handful of beneficiaries as the company "develops, manufactures, and markets innovative disposable protective apparel and infection control products in the United States and internationally."Source: Pavel Kapysh / Shutterstock.com It's not a new company, as it's been around since 1989. But few people covered Alpha Pro Tech until the demand for protective face masks became an issue with the spread of Covid-19.Suddenly protective-gear stocks are hot, and this one in particular has the potential for strong returns as the outbreak is proving difficult to contain.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips Responding to the DemandI hate to say that Alpha Pro Tech investors have capitalized on this tragic viral outbreak, but the price action tells a story that's unmistakable. By late February, it was evident that the coronavirus wasn't just going to go away. Officials keep confirming new cases in the U.S. This resulted in Alpha Pro Tech shares, which had previously traded near $5, to rocket up to $37. * 10 Stocks That Every 20-Year-Old Should Buy Obviously, people were seeking protection from the virus and face masks were in demand. Enterprising traders sought to take advantage of this through Alpha Pro Tech shares. Profit-taking set in soon afterwards, though, and the stock price quickly headed down toward $16.That price pullback isn't a bad thing, however. It presents an opportunity to take a position or to add shares to one's portfolio. For one thing, investors need to realize that Alpha Pro Tech was among the first responders to the international expansion of the Covid-19 outbreak.On Feb. 3, CEO Lloyd Hoffman announced a ramp-up in production of the company's N-95 Particulate Respirator face masks as well as other essential protective products:"In addition to N-95 face masks, demand for face shields and other personal protective equipment (PPE) products is increasing. The company is monitoring inventory levels across our full line of PPE products and will take appropriate steps to increase production to respond to consumer demand." Designed for ProtectionBut, of course, the strongest demand will be for face masks. The media constantly shows pictures and videos of people in China wearing face masks. So, investors will likely continue to assume that this market is the best investment in the protective-gear niche.An important message for not only investors, but the population at large, is that not all face masks are ideal for protection against the Covid-19 virus. Alpha Pro Tech is committed to manufacturing face masks that specifically protect against airborne infections. These N-95 masks are also fully compliant with regulatory standards. That's something you can't necessarily say about other masks.The company explains what makes its most popular line of face masks superior as well as why it's called the "N-95":"The Alpha Pro Tech N-95 Particulate Respirator face mask's unique flat-fold design features a Positive Facial Lock (PFL) and meets the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health's (NIOSH) recommended protection levels for many airborne contaminants. The N-95 face mask filters at least 95% of airborne particles."Investors and the protection-seeking population should seek quality over quantity. Therefore, they should consider Alpha Pro Tech as the company's face masks are high quality and specifically designed for protection.I expect the pace of orders for the N-95 face mask to continue to increase. Both businesses and citizens will want the strongest protection from the airborne coronavirus. We can already see the trajectory of the demand.By Feb. 13, Alpha Pro Tech had already fielded over $10.4 million worth of orders for the N-95 face masks since Jan. 27. And that figure had increased to $14.1 million by Feb. 27. The Final Word on APT StockAlpha Pro Tech was not only among the first responders to the spread of the coronavirus, but is meeting the strong demand for face masks. Its product sets the standard for quality, compliance and protection from this devastating disease.David Moadel has provided compelling content -- and crossed the occasional line -- on behalf of Crush the Street, Market Realist, TalkMarkets, Finom Group, Benzinga and (of course) InvestorPlace.com. He also serves as the chief analyst and market researcher for Portfolio Wealth Global and hosts the popular financial YouTube channel Looking at the Markets. As of this writing, David Moadel did not hold a position in any of the aforementioned securities. More From InvestorPlace * 2 Toxic Pot Stocks You Should Avoid * Check Out These 7 Fast-Growing Stocks to Buy Today * 10 Stocks That Every 20-Year-Old Should Buy * 7 Losers To Buy Today For Big Wins Tomorrow The post Hold Alpha Pro Tech Stock as Face Mask Demand Soars appeared first on InvestorPlace.
- 03/06/2020
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Fly Intel: Wall Street's top stories at midday ZM;HPQ;XRX;CODX;IBIO;APT;AHPI;LAKE;NNVC;INO;CIEN;VIPS;MRVL;FNJN;CAMP
- Fly Intel: Wall Street's top stories at midday ZM HPQ XRX CODX IBIO APT AHPI LAKE NNVC INO CIEN VIPS MRVL FNJN CAMP
- 03/05/2020
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Why These 4 Coronavirus-Focused Stocks Are Soaring Today
- These companies have different products related to the coronavirus outbreak but share one thing in common: Their stocks are all rising.
- 03/05/2020
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MRVL, VIPS among premarket gainers
- Cohen & Company (NYSEMKT:COHN) +105% on Q4 results.Can-Fite BioPharma (NYSEMKT:CANF) +42% on collaboration to evaluate Piclidenoson for the potential treatment of coronavirus infection.iBio (NYSEM
- 03/05/2020
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US STOCKS-Another foul day on Wall Street after surprise Fed rate cut
- Wall Street tumbled in a volatile session on Tuesday after the U.S. Federal Reserve surprised investors with a half percentage-point cut in interest rates, amplifying fears about the magnitude of the coronavirus' impact on the economy. All three major U.S. stock market indexes closed nearly 3% lower after the Fed's first emergency rate cut since the 2008 financial crisis. The rate reduction underscored the U.S. central bank's concern about the new coronavirus, which has spread around the world after emerging late last year in China.
- 03/03/2020
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Coronavirus plays - vaccines, drugs & infection control products
- Below are companies that have announced plans to develop either vaccines or therapies for COVID-19. Again, some are more credible than others.Vaccines: Sanofi (SNY -1.5%), iBio (IBIO -10.2%), Vaxart (
- 03/03/2020
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As a doctor, I've seen how ill-prepared hospitals are for a coronavirus pandemic
- Hospitals like mine are already overstretched - they are not prepared for a worst case scenario
- 03/03/2020
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Healthcare dominates premarket losers amidst coronavirus situation
- Spherix (NASDAQ:SPEX) -25%.Dynatronics (NASDAQ:DYNT) -22%.China Pharma Holdings (NYSEMKT:CPHI) -19%.Co-Diagnostics (NASDAQ:CODX) -17%.Tilray (NASDAQ:TLRY) -14% on Q4 earnings.Cleveland BioLabs (NASDAQ
- 03/03/2020
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The Coronavirus Outbreak's Impact On Global Stocks, Commodities, ETFs
- Global markets have suffered their worst slump since the 2008 financial crisis as fear grows over the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. As the spread of the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve, many travelers have been reconsidering their plans and the best way to prepare and protect themselves from
- 03/02/2020
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U.S. health officials say Americans shouldn’t wear face masks to prevent coronavirus — here are 3 other reasons not to wear them
- Most people don’t use face masks correctly, a Johns Hopkins public health expert told MarketWatch.
- 03/02/2020
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Washington State Declares Emergency to Prepare for Possible ‘Worldwide Pandemic’
- Washington state governor Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency to “prepare for what could likely be a ...
- 03/01/2020
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House Wraps Market 2020-2024|Moisture Management and Energy Saving to Boost Growth | Technavio
- Technavio has been monitoring the house wraps market and it is poised to grow by USD 2.13 billion during 2020-2024
- 02/28/2020
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WLL, SPEX, CODX and AIM among midday movers
- Gainers: iBio (NYSEMKT:IBIO) +131%.GAIN Capital Holdings (NYSE:GCAP) +66%.Vaxart (NASDAQ:VXRT) +57%.Co-Diagnostics (NASDAQ:CODX) +55%.Vir Biotechnology (NASDAQ:VIR) +51%.Allied Healthcare Products (NA
- 02/27/2020
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Mid-Day Market Update: Crude Oil Down 3.5%; GAIN Capital Shares Spike Higher
- Midway through trading Thursday, the Dow traded down 2% to 26418.76 while the NASDAQ fell 2.3% to 8773.89. The S&P also fell, dropping 1.96% to 3054.91.
Leading and Lagging...
- 02/27/2020
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Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names GME;XBIT;APT;CRC;FTR;CHK;PPL;BLDP;NVAX
- Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names GME XBIT APT CRC FTR CHK PPL BLDP NVAX
- 02/27/2020
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BYND, ALC among premarket gainers
- SELLAS Life Sciences Group (NASDAQ:SLS) +23% on positive follow-up phase 1/2 clinical data for Galinpepimut-S in acute myeloid leukemia.Alcon (NYSE:ALC) +10% on Q4 results.Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) +9% on
- 02/26/2020
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Fly Intel: Pre-market Movers DIS;APT;BYND;SBUX;TJX;CARS;ENDP;ODP;MRNA;WEN;WB;FOSL;TSLA
- Fly Intel: Pre-market Movers DIS APT BYND SBUX TJX CARS ENDP ODP MRNA WEN WB FOSL TSLA
- 02/26/2020
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44 Stocks Moving in Wednesday's Pre-Market Session
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Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp (NASDAQ: TNXP) shares rose 33.3% to $0.54 in pre-market trading after falling 6.6% on Tuesday.
SemiLEDs Corporation (NASDAQ: LEDS)...
- 02/26/2020
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80 Biggest Movers From Yesterday
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Nemaura Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: NMRD) shares jumped 77.4% to close at $5.80 on Tuesday.
Cocrystal Pharma Inc (NASDAQ: COCP) shares surged 64.7% to close at $2.19 on...
- 02/26/2020
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18 Medical Stocks To Watch Amid The Coronavirus Outbreak
- Airlines, hotels, casinos and other stocks continue to fall as fear of the coronavirus grows worldwide and all but halts activity in the virus epicenter of Wuhan, China. Alpha Pro Tech, Ltd. (NYSE: APT) manufactures masks and protective apparel — goods already in high demand in China. Lakeland Industries
- 02/25/2020
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6 Stock Charts To Watch: EGO, GILD, LAKE, SURF, TVIX, ZYXI6
- Stocks Analysis by Harry Boxer covering: Gilead Sciences Inc, Lakeland Industries Inc, Eldorado Gold Corp, ProShares Ultra VIX Short-Term Futures ETF. Read Harry Boxer's latest article on Investing.com
- 02/25/2020
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Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names APT;KGC;DO;ESPR;BHP;CLF;IYT;MNK;PYX;SVMK
- Largest borrow rate increases among liquid names APT KGC DO ESPR BHP CLF IYT MNK PYX SVMK
- 02/20/2020
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Coronavirus update: 1,369 deaths, 46,997 lab-confirmed cases, analysts say new diagnosis method ‘hurts confidence’ in China
- A midweek respite that seemed to indicate a slowdown in new cases of COVID-19, the coronavirus that originated late last year in Wuhan, China, came to a halt...
- 02/13/2020
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Taronis Technologies delivers final USDA presentation TRNX
- Taronis Technologies delivers final USDA presentation TRNX
- 02/13/2020
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Akero Therapeutics price target raised to $43 from $34 at Roth Capital AKRO
- Akero Therapeutics price target raised to $43 from $34 at Roth Capital Roth Capital AKRO
- 02/13/2020
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Turtle Beach price target lowered to $12 from $17 at Lake Street HEAR
- Turtle Beach price target lowered to $12 from $17 at Lake Street Lake Street HEAR
- 02/13/2020
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Shopify price target raised to $490 from $390 at Roth Capital SHOP
- Shopify price target raised to $490 from $390 at Roth Capital Roth Capital SHOP
- 02/13/2020
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Fly Intel: Pre-market Movers TSLA;CSCO;BABA;AIG;BWA;TRIP;RDFN;DUK;WM;KHC;CTL;BE;APT
- Fly Intel: Pre-market Movers TSLA CSCO BABA AIG BWA TRIP RDFN DUK WM KHC CTL BE APT
- 02/13/2020
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Pegasystems price target raised to $105 from $95 at DA Davidson PEGA
- Pegasystems price target raised to $105 from $95 at DA Davidson DA Davidson PEGA
- 02/13/2020
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Waste Connections sees Q1 revenue ~$1.36B, consensus $1.49B WCN
- Waste Connections sees Q1 revenue ~$1.36B, consensus $1.49B WCN
- 02/13/2020
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Notable open interest changes for February 13th MSFT;CSCO;BABA;BBBY
- Notable open interest changes for February 13th MSFT CSCO BABA BBBY
- 02/13/2020
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Fed Chair Powell's "support" for nominee Judy Shelton is "misinterpreted,"
- Fed Chair Powell's "support" for nominee Judy Shelton is "misinterpreted,"
- 02/13/2020
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Waste Connections sees FY20 net income $653M-$668M WCN
- Waste Connections sees FY20 net income $653M-$668M WCN
- 02/13/2020
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Iqvia price target raised to $195 from $180 at JPMorgan IQV
- Iqvia price target raised to $195 from $180 at JPMorgan JPMorgan IQV
- 02/13/2020
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Akorn drops 20% after saying Chapter 11 protection being considered AKRX
- Akorn drops 20% after saying Chapter 11 protection being considered AKRX
- 02/13/2020
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Radian Group boosts dividend to 12.5c per share, share repurchase plan to $475M RDN
- Radian Group boosts dividend to 12.5c per share, share repurchase plan to $475M RDN
- 02/13/2020
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Coronavirus cases inch up in U.S. but still very light
- In today's update from the CDC, the total number of potential coronavirus cases in the U.S. is 337. Specimens tested to date include 12 positives, 225 negatives and 100 pending.Two days ago, the total
- 02/07/2020
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One Way Or Another, U.S. Equity Markets In January Driven Mostly By China
- Stocks Analysis by Investing.com (Charley Blaine/Investing.com) covering: Nasdaq 100, XAU/USD, S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average. Read Investing.com (Charley Blaine/Investing.com)'s latest article on Investing.com
- 02/03/2020
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Healthcare tops premarket losers as Coronavirus worries deepen
- NanoViricides (NYSEMKT:NNVC) -23% after coronavirus breakout.Allied Healthcare Products (NASDAQ:AHPI) -19% after coronavirus breakout.Aethlon Medical (NASDAQ:AEMD) -16% after coronavirus breakout.Clev
- 01/28/2020
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Key Things For Stock Investors to Know as Coronovirus Spreads
- Companies like Alpha Tech Pro and Novavax are rising as coronovirus spreads. This article outlines how investors are reacting to the deadly outbreak.
- 01/27/2020
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Tech Majors, Boeing, UPS And Tesla On Tap
- Welcome to Seeking Alpha's Stocks to Watch - a preview of key events scheduled for the next week. Follow this account and turn the e-mail alert on to receive th
- 01/25/2020
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INO, BLDP among premarket gainers
- Camber Energy (NYSEMKT:CEI) +36% on announcing letter of intent regarding Camber’s proposed acquisition of Viking.Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding (NASDAQ:TNXP) +32% on advancement of TNX-102 SL.eHealth
- 01/24/2020
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Rally Pauses as Coronavirus Spreads to U.S.
- Rally Pauses as Coronavirus Spreads to U.S.
- 01/22/2020
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