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They tryed to shake out weak hands for the big run up.. ;)
yea definitely a good hold here.
Shorts cover and hold till........
Goooo FORD
Low float $$$
we enough people holding we may see higher numbers. 3.5 then 4 today
FORD = Wearable Technology Company Now! This is a hot place to be! HUGE Growth opportunity
Looks like it reaching the bottom
So anyone buying today's selloff? Guessing FORD will get a nice bounce. But from where?
Yesterday was awesome a solid from for $2's to over $4.00 on the highs.
Not sure about solid companies tanking on good news, but sure right about crap companies running wild during this market euphoria. All you need is a low float and a PR. Sometimes not even the PR.
Sometimea crap runs on bad news and solid comoanies tank on good news. One never knows. All i know is that its confusing trying to predict.
Should have stuck to my guns and bought the close...would have gotten shares for a few hundren less than i paid. But that's what gambling is, right?!?
I only kept 500 from late dip @ 2.81 for AH. Expect it will be a short target during Mon. reg session.
JMHO earlier was CORRECT . If you did not get out in the $4s or the $3s you left money on the table. % wise a lot it would appear. MOMO moves always have a huge pullback
These are always down next session. FDA approval on AKER could open at .40 to fill that gap from .23 Put on radar.
I don't think there's many shorts? No shares available for shorting when I looked earlier. And I'm glad there wasn't. As the stock rocketed much higher than I was expecting. I thought it might peak at $3 then drop back towards $2. Instead it went all the way to the $4's!
The small acquisition is good news. But it's not up 200% good news. Unless this IPS acquisition is going to add a healthy amount to the bottom line, which I doubt.
I agree. Looks like the big hedges are starting to cover. That can start a frenzy. Im out come the pre on Monday...unless FORD puts out more good news.
Stock is holding up impressively in the $3's. Certainly way better than most of the low float pump & dumps I've seen lately. Incredible volume too. So maybe it runs again on Monday.
K...volume dried, triple-bottom on the day acheived and looks like FORD is starting to bounce...so jumping in here...FORD @ $3.30. Still a gamble playing against the hedges and algorithms, but think it has legs at current pps in light of the dollar-trading volume and the length of time its spent on the day catering to the sellers and shorting.
Agree - MOMO plays only go so far and then reverse. Would take that $4 PPS if one can sell into it. JMHO
Fantastic run up for FORD on today's news from the company. This is another great example of how rewarding low priced stocks can be for investors who find them early and are holding positions when the right developments occur. Love it.
Ha one would have to be crazy to be chasing up here. Over $4 now. Will be cut in half next week. To anyone selling for monster profits, congrats!
FORD ahhhhh hahahahahahahahah you guys are hilarious
Dint be mad...just slap dat ask when trading resumes!!! lol
Folks playing the momo/LOW FLOAT. Forget the PR. FORD > $ ATM $
Lmao!!! Weeeeeahhhh!! $FORD
Yes I read the PR. Very fluffy. Obviously trying to pump it up (and it worked!). But how bout some financials of the newly acquired company? Couldn't find that in the PR or even in the filing. Wouldn't expect them to say it will be accretive since IPS is likely losing money. But not even a mention of their revenues??
FORD halted @ 3.37 > Crazy upside in progress. Not enough shares!
Looks like there are some decent plays to choose from this morning. Liking the volume fir FORD here today. Will watch for ADT.
Hope all is well Crude!
Ticker ADT is supposed to go public again today. When it stopped trading before it went private again it was trading at $41.98 > May open around $15, and then run.
May settle in 2.00 range. I am not in. On radar.
Low market cap makes it worth considering. Also, company paid in partial cash. Lastly, did you actually read the PR? If so, you would see some of the big names they have as CURRENT clients.
Everyone has to make their oen trading decisions, yes. Taking profits should always be considered.
I'll be keeping my eyes on it for one.
Look at her go!! Gonna buy the close. Finding that doing otherwise is too much of a roller coaster for my old age!! lol...or at least wait til after 10am.
I bought high to short, there will be a bounce for sure wherever the bottom is
THEN off to the races? What do you call soaring 80%?? If you were lucky enough to be holding yesterday, I'd take advantage of this gift and sell. Thank you low float mania. This is a tiny acquisition. Given the low price paid, IPS probably has minimal revenues with no profits. I'm guessing you can buy your shares back in the mid-$1's next week.
Sure is LW, FORD!!! What ya gonna do?
Expect that initial drop then off to the races
And its moving very nicely here in the pre.
Forward Industries Acquires Intelligent Product Solutions
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. and HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Jan. 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Forward Industries (NASDAQ:FORD) today announced the acquisition of Intelligent Product Solutions (IPS), an industry leading product design and development company based in Long Island, New York for a material consideration comprising of cash, equity, and contingent earn outs.
IPS clients include leading brands in consumer electronics, medical devices, enterprise and security solution providers and Internet of Things connected solutions, including Google, Physio Control, PepsiCo, Motorola, ABInBev, Zebra and Charity Water.
Commenting on the transaction, Terry Wise, CEO of Forward Industries remarked, "I am delighted and excited with the acquisition of IPS. The company is an excellent strategic fit for Forward Industries. Its expertise and strong track record in designing connected/IOT products and developing products such as the AdhereTech 'smart' pill bottle will significantly strengthen and contribute to Forward Industries. As a Group, we are now able to offer a complete design, development, manufacturing and distribution service. We face exciting times ahead."
According to Mitch Maiman, CEO of IPS, "Forward Industries is an ideal partner for IPS because of its strength in medical products and we will continue delivering exceptional product design and development services. And, IPS will remain committed to our team and to maintaining our offices on Long Island and in Minneapolis."
For more information on the terms of the transaction, please see the Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 18, 2018.
About Forward Industries
Incorporated in 1962, and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Forward Industries is a global designer and distributor of custom carry and protective solutions. The company has over a 30 year plus track record of Far Eastern sourcing capability. Forward has subsidiaries in Switzerland and the UK. Forward's products can be viewed online at http://www.forwardindustries.com
About IPS
IPS, founded in 2008, is a leading product design and development company that is headquartered in New York, with an office in Minneapolis. IPS offers expert product design and engineering services, including Internet of Things and wearable technology solutions. IPS' fully-integrated capabilities include industrial design, electrical, mechanical and systems engineering, optical engineering, application level software and low-level firmware engineering, user experience/interface design (UX/UI), program management and marketing. Its clients are among the leading brands in consumer electronics, medical devices, enterprise and security solution providers and Internet of Things connected solutions, including Google, Physio Control, Motorola and Charity Water. To learn more about IPS, visit www.intelligentproduct.solutions or contact info@ips-yes.com or @IPSdesigners.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements including statements regarding synergies and opportunities from the acquisition. The words "believe," "may," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "should," "plan," "could," "target," "potential," "is likely," "will," "expect" and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. The results anticipated by any or all of these forward-looking statements might not occur. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include our ability to successfully integrate IPS into Forward, changes affecting the business in which IPS operates, and competition from third parties. Further information on our risk factors is contained in our filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as the result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Contact:
Mike Matte on behalf of Terry Wise for Forward Industries Enquiries
(561) 465-0031
mmatte@forwardindustries.com
Lisa Hendrickson/LCH Communications for IPS Enquiries
(516) 767-8390
lisa@lchcommunications.com
Forward Reports Fiscal 2017 and Fourth Quarter Results
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FORD), a designer and distributor of custom carry and protective solutions, today announced financial results for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2017.
Full Fiscal Year 2017 Highlights
Net income was $579 thousand in Fiscal 2017 compared to $607 thousand in Fiscal 2016.
Earnings per share was $0.07 per share for Fiscal 2017 compared to of $0.07 per share for Fiscal 2016.
Total Revenues were $24.8 million in Fiscal 2017, down 10% from Fiscal 2016.
Gross profit percentage decreased to 16.9% in Fiscal 2017 from 18.5% in Fiscal 2016.
Fourth Quarter 2017 Financial Highlights
Net income was $113 thousand, which is down from $140 thousand in the fourth quarter of 2016.
Earnings per share was $0.02 per share compared to $0.02 per share for the fourth quarter of 2016.
Revenues were $6.3 million compared to $6.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2016.
Gross profit percentage decreased to 16.5% from 19.2% in the fourth quarter of 2016.
Cash totaled $4.6 million at September 30, 2017, down from $4.8 million at September 30, 2016.
Terry Wise, Chief Executive Officer of Forward Industries, stated:
“I am delighted to report that for the second successive year, the company has earned positive net income for the full fiscal year. In a challenging commercial environment, our contracts with our major blue-chip pharmaceutical customers have been successfully renewed. These extensions are a resounding endorsement of the quality of our products and of our supply capability. At the same time we have transformed our business to an agile, streamlined company focused on future growth. I look to fiscal year 2018 to capitalize on the efforts of the past year.”
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements including statements regarding profitability, growth in revenues, and expansion of customer base. The words “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “will,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that we believe may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements include unexpected issues with Forward China and our customers going directly to our sourcing agents for their products. Further information on our risk factors is contained in our filings with the SEC, including our Form 10-K. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
About Forward Industries
Incorporated in 1962, and headquartered West Palm Beach, Florida, Forward Industries is a global designer and distributor of custom carry and protective solutions. Forward’s products can be viewed online at http://www.forwardindustries.com.
Contact:
Forward Industries, Inc.
Michael Matte, CFO
(561) 465-0031
FORWARD INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
For the Fiscal Years Ended
September 30,
2017 2016
Net revenues $ 24,764,613 $ 27,479,896
Cost of goods sold 20,572,970 22,399,734
Gross profit 4,191,643 5,080,162
Operating expenses:
Sales and marketing 1,502,700 1,891,409
General and administrative 2,090,473 2,571,799
Total operating expenses 3,593,173 4,463,208
Operating income 598,470 616,954
Other income (expense), net (19,124 ) (10,392 )
Income before income taxes 579,346 606,562
Provision for income taxes - -
Net income $ 579,346 $ 606,562
Net income $ 579,346 $ 606,562
Other comprehensive income:
Translation adjustments 21,785 -
Comprehensive income $ 601,131 $ 606,562
Earnings per share:
Basic $ 0.07 $ 0.07
Diluted $ 0.07 $ 0.07
Weighted average number of common and
common equivalent shares outstanding:
Basic 8,727,322 8,521,188
Diluted 8,823,059 8,675,583
FORWARD INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
September 30,
2017 2016
Assets
Current assets:
Cash $ 4,622,981 $ 4,760,620
Accounts receivable 6,218,563 4,864,423
Inventories 2,120,971 2,572,980
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 157,930 141,421
Total current assets 13,120,445 12,339,444
Property and equipment, net 20,658 43,030
Other assets 12,843 12,843
Total assets $ 13,153,946 $ 12,395,317
Liabilities and shareholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 67,351 $ 62,136
Due to Forward China 3,736,451 3,519,676
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 382,759 587,741
Total current liabilities 4,186,561 4,169,553
Other liabilities 36,963 51,486
Total liabilities 4,223,524 4,221,039
Commitments and contingencies - See Note 9
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock, par value $0.01 per share; 40,000,000 shares authorized;
8,920,830 and 8,780,830 shares issued and outstanding
at September 30, 2017 and 2016, respectively 89,208 87,808
Additional paid-in capital 17,936,673 17,783,060
Accumulated deficit (9,095,459 ) (9,674,805 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss - (21,785 )
Total shareholders' equity 8,930,422 8,174,278
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 13,153,946 $ 12,395,317
Source: Forward Industries, Inc.
© 2017 GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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Might want to sell on the AH pop. Earnings of .06/share looks awesome. Until you read the 10Q. There was $800K+ in 1-time revenue. Without that, revenues would have declined and they would have likely posted a loss. They should have mentioned that in the PR!
From the 10Q:
Net revenues in the 2017 Quarter increased $0.7 million, or 10%, to $7.3 million from $6.7 million in the 2016 Quarter primarily due to a change in terms with two of our major Diabetic Products customers whereby products shipped to a shipping hub located in the United States will no longer be sold on consignment effective May 1, 2017. Prior to this change, products to these two major Diabetics Products customers were sold by both consignment and FOB shipping point. Going forward, all products sold to these two major Diabetics Products customers shall be sold FOB shipping point. As a result of this change, additional net revenues of approximately $808,000 were recognized in the 2017 Quarter that would not have been recognized if the change in terms had not occurred. Moreover, had the change in terms not occurred, our net revenues for the 2017 Quarter would have declined compared to the 2016 Quarter. It is important that investors understand that as a result of this change in terms from consignment to FOB shipping point for a portion of the revenues from two of our large Diabetics Products customers, the recognition of revenues for these two customers was permanently accelerated thereby increasing our revenues by approximately $808,000 this quarter. The remainder of the goods originally sold on consignment (prior to the change in terms) shall be recognized in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017 and potentially increase revenues that quarter as well. By fiscal year end, it is expected there will be no more consignment goods for these two Diabetics Customers and thus revenues from these customers will revert to normal levels. Separately, net revenues from Other Products were higher as well during the 2017 Quarter. Excluding the effects of the aforementioned change in terms, the net revenues derived from our core diabetes kit cases continues to decline, primarily because our major customers face significant pricing pressure from competitors commercializing less expensive meters and also new innovative diabetic products which are not being sold with a meter case.
Forward Reports Fiscal 2017 Third Quarter Results
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FORD), a designer and distributor of custom carry and protective solutions, today announced financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2017.
Third Quarter 2017 Financial Highlights
Revenues were $7.3 million vs $6.7 million when compared to the third quarter of 2016.
Income from operations was $549 thousand compared to income of $85 thousand from the third quarter of 2016.
Gross profit percentage was 17.4% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to 16.2% in the third quarter of 2016.
Net income was $552 thousand compared to net income of $78 thousand in the third quarter of 2016.
Earnings per share were $0.06 per share compared to $0.01 per share for the third quarter of 2016.
Cash and cash equivalents totaled $4.1 million at June 30, 2017.
Terry Wise, Chief Executive Officer of Forward Industries, stated, “We continue to focus our efforts to safeguard and grow our existing business with our top tier Medical customers. Concurrently, we have made promising progress on aggressively seeking new business within other growing market sectors in the medical industry. Additionally, we have actively cultivated opportunities within other diversified industries. To bolster our efforts, I am extremely pleased to announce that we have successfully recruited a senior sales professional with a proven track record into the senior management team. In the context of these encouraging developments, I remain hopeful that our streamlined business is set directionally on a path to growth in the future.”
The tables below are derived from the Company’s unaudited, condensed consolidated financial statements included in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Please refer to the Form 10-K for complete financial statements and further information regarding the Company’s results of operations and financial condition relating to the fiscal years ended September 30, 2016 and 2015. Please also refer to the Form 10-K for a discussion of risk factors applicable to the Company and its business.
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 including statements regarding expansion of our existing customer base and diversifying our product portfolio. Forward has tried to identify these forward-looking statements by using words such as “may”, “should,” “expect,” “hope,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate” and similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause its actual results, performance, prospects or opportunities to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements. These risks include the inability to expand our customer base, pricing pressures, lack of success of new sales people and unanticipated issues with our affiliated sourcing agent. No assurance can be given that the actual results will be consistent with the forward-looking statements. Investors should read carefully the factors described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s filings with the SEC, including the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2016 for information regarding risk factors that could affect the Company’s results. Except as otherwise required by Federal securities laws, Forward undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed circumstances or any other reason.
About Forward Industries
Incorporated in 1962, and headquartered West Palm Beach, Florida, Forward Industries is a global designer and distributor of mobile device cases and accessories. Forward’s products can be viewed online at http://www.forwardindustries.com.
FORWARD INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(UNAUDITED)
For the Three Months Ended June 30, For the Nine Months Ended June 30,
2017 2016
2017 2016
Net revenues $ 7,332,722 $ 6,664,700 $ 18,456,846 $ 20,828,036
Cost of goods sold 6,054,812 5,586,460 15,304,021 17,026,895
Gross profit 1,277,910 1,078,240 3,152,825 3,801,141
Operating expenses:
Sales and marketing 309,000 452,691 1,116,221 1,317,725
General and administrative 419,836 540,631 1,576,495 2,005,477
Total operating expenses 728,836 993,322 2,692,716 3,323,202
Income from operations 549,074 84,918 460,109 477,939
Other income (expense):
Other income (expense), net 2,851 (6,962 ) 5,778 (11,600 )
Total other income (expense), net 2,851 (6,962 ) 5,778 (11,600 )
Net income $ 551,925 $ 77,956 $ 465,887 $ 466,339
Net income $ 551,925 $ 77,956 $ 465,887 $ 466,339
Other comprehensive income:
Translation adjustments - 918 - 2
Comprehensive income $ 551,925 $ 78,874 $ 465,887 $ 466,341
Net income per basic common share $ 0.06 $ 0.01 $ 0.05 $ 0.05
Net income per diluted common share $ 0.06 $ 0.01 $ 0.05 $ 0.05
Weighted average number of common and
common equivalent shares outstanding:
Basic 8,855,885 8,586,879 8,716,030 8,492,222
Diluted 8,906,846 8,679,619 8,816,432 8,661,542
FORWARD INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
June 30, September 30,
2017 2016
(Unaudited)
Assets
Current assets:
Cash $ 4,061,277 $ 4,760,620
Accounts receivable 6,637,431 4,864,423
Inventories 1,829,016 2,572,980
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 205,348 141,421
Total current assets 12,733,072 12,339,444
Property and equipment, net 26,116 43,030
Other assets 12,843 12,843
Total assets $ 12,772,031 $ 12,395,317
Liabilities and shareholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 74,311 $ 62,136
Due to Forward China 3,578,281 3,519,676
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 341,740 587,741
Total current liabilities 3,994,332 4,169,553
Other liabilities 40,918 51,486
Total liabilities 4,035,250 4,221,039
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock, par value $0.01 per share; 40,000,000 shares authorized;
8,920,830 and 8,780,830 shares, issued and outstanding, respectively 89,208 87,808
Additional paid-in capital 17,878,276 17,783,060
Accumulated deficit (9,208,918 ) (9,674,805 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (21,785 ) (21,785 )
Total shareholders' equity 8,736,781 8,174,278
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 12,772,031 $ 12,395,317
could get a good good pop on earnings day if everyone comes back in.
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