M-tron Industries, Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:MPTI) Short Interest Up 70.5% in December

M-tron Industries, Inc. (NYSEAMERICAN:MPTI) saw a large increase in short interest in December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totaling 186,366 shares, an increase of 70.5% from the November 30th total of 109,282 shares. Currently, 6.8% of the company’s stock are short sold. Based on an average trading volume of 35,543 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 5.2 days. Based on an average trading volume of 35,543 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 5.2 days. Currently, 6.8% of the company’s stock are short sold.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Separately, Atrium Research upgraded shares of M-tron Industries to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, October 16th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Strong Buy”.

M-tron Industries Price Performance

NYSEAMERICAN MPTI traded down $0.35 during midday trading on Monday, hitting $50.85. 15,626 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 30,270. M-tron Industries has a 52 week low of $34.50 and a 52 week high of $61.90. The company’s 50-day simple moving average is $52.18 and its 200-day simple moving average is $48.11. The company has a market cap of $148.99 million, a PE ratio of 20.76, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.77 and a beta of 0.78.

M-tron Industries (NYSEAMERICAN:MPTI) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, November 12th. The company reported $0.63 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.57 by $0.06. M-tron Industries had a net margin of 13.51% and a return on equity of 21.02%. The business had revenue of $14.17 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $13.91 million. On average, research analysts predict that M-tron Industries will post 2.47 earnings per share for the current year.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of MPTI. Archon Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in M-tron Industries during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $4,228,000. Marshall Wace LLP lifted its position in M-tron Industries by 25.6% during the second quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 56,263 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,363,000 after purchasing an additional 11,470 shares during the period. Herald Investment Management Ltd grew its position in M-tron Industries by 57.1% during the 3rd quarter. Herald Investment Management Ltd now owns 55,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,035,000 after purchasing an additional 20,000 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its stake in shares of M-tron Industries by 8.7% during the 3rd quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 33,448 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,855,000 after buying an additional 2,676 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Two Sigma Investments LP lifted its holdings in shares of M-tron Industries by 228.0% in the 3rd quarter. Two Sigma Investments LP now owns 21,700 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,204,000 after buying an additional 15,085 shares during the period. 23.31% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

About M-tron Industries

M-tron Industries, Inc (NYSE American: MPTI) is a designer and manufacturer of high‐performance electromechanical motion control and power transmission systems. The company specializes in the development of precision motors, digital servo controllers, and rotary electrical interfaces that enable smooth, reliable operation in demanding environments. Its core offerings include frameless torque motors, brushless DC motors, multi‐circuit slip ring assemblies, and custom motor/controller packages tailored to specific customer requirements.

These products serve a diverse array of end markets, including defense and aerospace, industrial automation, robotics, medical imaging, and energy generation.