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Lux Neal, President and CEO of Forum Energy Technologies , Inc. (NYSE:FET), recently made notable purchases of the company’s common stock. On March 13, Lux acquired 9,129 shares at a weighted average price of $17.65 per share, with the transaction price ranging from $17.56 to $17.68. The timing appears strategic, as InvestingPro data shows FET’s stock has gained over 23% year-to-date, with the company maintaining a GOOD Financial Health Score. The following day, March 14, he purchased an additional 3,478 shares at a weighted average price of $18.96, with prices ranging between $18.91 and $19.00. The total value of these transactions amounted to approximately $227,069. Following these acquisitions, Lux now holds 215,728 shares directly in the $235.5 million market cap company. According to InvestingPro analysis, FET currently appears slightly undervalued, with additional insights available in the comprehensive Pro Research Report covering this and 1,400+ other US stocks.
In other recent news, Forum Energy Technologies reported a strong fiscal year 2024, with a notable 51% increase in revenue and a significant improvement in cash flow, reaching $105 million, the highest since 2015. The company’s Q4 revenue stood at $211 million with an EBITDA of $22 million, while net debt was reduced by $50 million, enhancing financial stability. Forum Energy Technologies has projected an adjusted EBITDA for 2025 between $85 million and $105 million, with expectations of free cash flow ranging from $40 million to $60 million. The company plans to allocate 50% of its capital to net debt reduction and the remaining 50% to strategic investments and share repurchases. Analysts have noted that the company is focusing on share repurchases due to perceived undervaluation, as highlighted by CFO Lyle Williams. Despite facing potential challenges in the drilling sector, Forum Energy Technologies is positioning itself for future growth with new product launches aimed at strengthening its market position. The company is also monitoring potential tariff impacts and the dependence on natural gas price increases for potential upside.
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