Free Trial

CompX International (NYSE:CIX) Cut to Buy at StockNews.com

CompX International logo with Industrial Products background

CompX International (NYSE:CIX - Get Free Report) was downgraded by StockNews.com from a "strong-buy" rating to a "buy" rating in a report issued on Friday.

CompX International Stock Up 0.2 %

Shares of NYSE CIX traded up $0.07 during mid-day trading on Friday, reaching $29.08. 12,141 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 13,258. The company's 50 day moving average price is $29.17 and its 200 day moving average price is $26.98. CompX International has a 52 week low of $18.76 and a 52 week high of $39.91. The stock has a market capitalization of $358.27 million, a PE ratio of 17.01 and a beta of 0.76.

CompX International (NYSE:CIX - Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, August 6th. The company reported $0.39 earnings per share for the quarter. CompX International had a return on equity of 12.54% and a net margin of 13.40%. The company had revenue of $35.90 million during the quarter.

Institutional Trading of CompX International

A hedge fund recently raised its stake in CompX International stock. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC lifted its stake in CompX International Inc. (NYSE:CIX - Free Report) by 118.3% during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 1,310 shares of the company's stock after buying an additional 710 shares during the period. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC's holdings in CompX International were worth $38,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Institutional investors own 7.50% of the company's stock.

CompX International Company Profile

(Get Free Report)

CompX International Inc manufactures and sells security products and recreational marine components primarily in North America. It operates in two segments, Security Products and Marine Components. The Security Products segment manufactures mechanical and electrical cabinet locks, and other locking mechanisms used in various applications, including ignition systems, mailboxes, file cabinets, desk drawers, tool storage cabinets, high security medical cabinetry, integrated inventory and access control secured narcotics boxes, electrical circuit panels, storage compartments, gas station security, and vending and cash containment machines.

Featured Articles

This instant news alert was generated by narrative science technology and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate reporting. This story was reviewed by MarketBeat's editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to contact@marketbeat.com.

Should you invest $1,000 in CompX International right now?

Before you consider CompX International, you'll want to hear this.

MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and CompX International wasn't on the list.

While CompX International currently has a "Hold" rating among analysts, top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys.

View The Five Stocks Here

10 "Recession Proof" Stocks That Will Thrive in Any Market Cover

Which stocks are likely to thrive in today's challenging market? Click the link below and we'll send you MarketBeat's list of ten stocks that will drive in any economic environment.

Get This Free Report
Like this article? Share it with a colleague.

Featured Articles and Offers

Massive Market Moves Following Trump Win: Tesla, JP Morgan, & Bitcoin Soar

Massive Market Moves Following Trump Win: Tesla, JP Morgan, & Bitcoin Soar

MarketBeat analyst Thomas Hughes breaks down the biggest winners of the day, including Tesla, JP Morgan, and the Russell 2000, and why they’re surging.

Related Videos

Tesla Stock Rockets 15% Post-Earnings
Tesla Stock: Profits vs. Price—Is It Time to Sell?
Top Stocks to Buy, Sell, and Hold Right Now

Stock Lists

All Stock Lists

Investing Tools

Calendars and Tools

Search Headlines