Analysis

StockNews.com Initiates Coverage on Airgain with a Hold Rating

Published February 3, 2024

StockNews.com has recently begun providing analytical coverage for Airgain, Inc. (NASDAQ:AIRG), with the initial assessment suggesting investors maintain a 'hold' position on the company's shares. The introduction of this coverage came as part of an announcement made last Friday.

Airgain Stock Performance

In the latest stock market action, Airgain's shares started at $4.28. The stock has demonstrated moderate stability, with a fifty-day moving average of $3.42 and a two-hundred-day moving average of $3.72. Airgain's trading history shows a fluctuating 52-week range, with the lowest point at $1.63 and the peak at $8.50. Currently, the firm stands with a market capitalization of approximately $44.70 million, in spite of a negative price-to-earnings ratio at -4.37 and a beta of 0.85, indicating less volatility than the broader market.

The most recent quarterly earnings report for Airgain was released on November 9th, reflecting an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.11, which aligned with the consensus estimates among analysts. The company posted revenues of $13.70 million, narrowly missing the anticipated $14.03 million. Airgain has been grappling with profitability, indicated by a net margin in the negative domain of 15.43% and a return on equity also in the red at -17.59%. Market watchers are projecting an EPS of -$0.69 for the current fiscal year.

Institutional Trading of Airgain

There has been notable activity in Airgain's stock among institutional investors. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. increased its holdings by 30.7% during the first quarter, with ownership of 4,916 shares worth around $38,000 following an additional acquisition of 1,154 shares. UBS Group AG's stake in Airgain expanded by 256.8% in the second quarter, now totaling 6,066 shares valued at $49,000. Bank of America Corp DE made a substantial percentage increase of 28,550.0% in its Airgain shares during the first quarter. Virtu Financial LLC and Campbell & CO Investment Adviser LLC are among the notable new stakeholders with investments valued at approximately $85,000 and $73,000 respectively. Institutional investors and hedge funds account for a significant portion of Airgain's ownership, holding 53.15% of the company's stock.

Airgain Company Profile

Airgain, Inc specializes in the provision of advanced wireless connectivity solutions encompassing a wide range of applications. It designs and manufactures a variety of products to enhance wireless communication such as embedded and external antennas as well as fully integrated systems. These offerings cater to diverse markets including automotive, public safety, and machine-to-machine segments, under brands like Antenna Plus, reflecting the company's emphasis on performance and quality.

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