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Perma-Fix announces $20 million stock sale to fund PFAS treatment

Published 2024-05-22, 12:42 p/m
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ATLANTA - Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:PESI), a nuclear waste management service provider, has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of 2,051,282 shares of common stock at a price of $9.75 per share. The transaction is expected to generate gross proceeds of approximately $20 million before fees and other expenses.

The company plans to allocate the net proceeds to fund various initiatives, including the ongoing research and development and business development of its patent-pending PFAS destruction process. Additionally, funds will be used for the installation of at least one commercial treatment unit, capital expenditures, and maintenance costs for its facilities, as well as general corporate and working capital purposes.

Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC and Wellington Shields & Co. LLC are serving as exclusive placement agents for the offering, which is slated to close around May 24, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.

Perma-Fix's operations encompass the management and treatment of radioactive and mixed waste for a variety of clients, including hospitals, research labs, federal agencies like the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), as well as the commercial nuclear industry. The company also offers project management, environmental restoration, and related services through its nuclear services group.

The information reported is based on a press release statement from Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc.

InvestingPro Insights

As Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc. (NASDAQ:PESI) announces its public offering to fuel its innovative environmental initiatives, investors are closely monitoring the company's financial health and market performance. According to InvestingPro data, PESI holds a market capitalization of approximately $157.08 million. Despite a challenging quarter with a revenue growth decrease of 32.28%, the company has shown resilience with an 11.3% revenue growth in the last twelve months as of Q1 2024.

Investors should note that PESI's stock has experienced significant volatility, with a 1-week price total return of -11.07%. However, looking at a broader timeframe, the company has delivered a strong 3-month price total return of 39.78% and an impressive 6-month price total return of 44.71%. This indicates a substantial recovery and positive momentum in the medium term. Additionally, the company's Price / Book ratio stands at 4.33, which suggests a premium against the book value of its assets.

Two noteworthy InvestingPro Tips for PESI include the fact that the company holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet, providing a cushion for operational and strategic flexibility. On the flip side, analysts have concerns as they do not anticipate the company will be profitable this year, reflecting the financial challenges PESI may face in the near term.

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