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StockNews.com Initiates Coverage on ENGlobal with a Sell Rating

Published February 24, 2024

Research analysts at StockNews.com have commenced coverage on shares of ENGlobal (NASDAQ:ENG) with an opening sentiment that leans toward pessimism. On a note distributed to investors on Saturday, they've designated the company's stock with a 'sell' recommendation, possibly influencing market participants’ perspective on the investment worthiness of the construction firm.

ENGlobal Stock Sees Downtrend

On the financial front, ENGlobal's shares started at $1.43 this past Friday, showcasing a slight decline. The company’s stock has oscillated between a yearly low of $1.01 and a peak of $6.53. The current market cap stands at approximately $7.32 million, with the price-to-earnings ratio sitting in negative territory at -0.29 and having a beta of 1.35, reflecting a higher volatility compared to the overall market. ENG's average prices over different timelines, the 50-day moving average is $1.54 and the 200-day moving average is $2.10, both indicators essential for gauging the stock's performance trends.

Hedge Fund Involvement with ENGlobal

The engagement from hedge funds in ENGlobal’s market activities has witnessed some interesting turns. Citadel Advisors LLC has increased its ownership by 31.7% during the second quarter, with its investment in the company now worth approximately $97,000 following the procurement of an additional 62,089 shares. Armistice Capital LLC entered ENGlobal’s shareholder list in the first quarter with a stake valued around $1,064,000. Moreover, Renaissance Technologies LLC expanded its ENGlobal shareholding by a staggering 492.9% during the same period, accruing a total of 250,800 shares valued at $120,000. Vanguard Group Inc. and State Street Corp have also augmented their shares by 11.0% and 36.9%, respectively, with their latest acquisitions signaling a growing interest in the company’s financial journey.

About ENGlobal

ENGlobal Corporation functions predominantly within the energy sector, offering its expertise in engineering and professional project execution services across both the United States and international territories.

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