Lsb Industries, Inc. (LXU, Financial) experienced a significant stock drop of 5.06%. The stock is currently priced at $8.07 per share, with a trading volume of 185,176 shares and a turnover rate of 0.26%. The stock's volatility is marked by a 4.11% amplitude.
Recent financial reports reveal that Lsb Industries recorded a revenue of $109 million, but faced a net loss of $25.38 million, translating to an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.35. The company's gross profit was -$7.95 million, leading to a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of -38.48.
Despite the financial challenges, 83% of analysts from six rating institutions recommend buying the stock, while 17% suggest holding. No analysts have advised selling the stock.
In the broader chemical products industry, where Lsb Industries operates, the sector showed no overall growth. However, related stocks such as Green Plains Energy, Gulf Resources, and Celanese saw notable gains. Stocks like Green Plains Energy, Asp Isotopes Inc., and Huntsman Materials were particularly active, with turnover rates of 1.86%, 1.75%, and 0.93%, respectively. Gulf Resources, Green Plains Energy, and Asp Isotopes Inc. exhibited significant volatility with amplitudes of 9.07%, 8.87%, and 7.49%.
Lsb Industries manufactures and sells chemical products in the U.S., catering to agricultural, industrial, and mining markets. Their offerings include ammonia, fertilizer-grade ammonium nitrate, and various industrial-grade chemicals.