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Research Frontiers
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Research Frontiers Incorporated, together with other subsidiary, engages in the development and marketing of technology and devices to control the flow of light worldwide. It develops and licenses suspended particle device (SPD-Smart) light-control technology to companies that manufacture and market the SPD-Smart chemical emulsion, light-control film made from the chemical emulsion, the light-control panels made by laminating the film, and electronics to power end-products incorporating the film, as well as lamination services for and the end-products, such as windows, skylights, and sunroofs. The company’s SPD-Smart light-control technology is used in various product applications, including windows, sunshades, skylights, and interior partitions for homes and buildings; automotive windows, sunroofs, sun-visors, sunshades, rear-view mirrors, instrument panels, and navigation systems; aircraft windows; museum display panels, and eyewear products; and flat panel displays for electronic products. It serves architectural, automotive, marine, and aerospace and appliance applications.
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05/12/2025 Update
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Electronic Equipment and InstrumentsIndustry
Industry Ranking90/104
Industry medianC
Industry averageC
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  • Profit ScoreE
    • ROE-87.36%E
    • Profit Margin-153.83%E
    • Gross Margin-39.26%E
  • Growth ScoreE
    • Revenue YoY-16.49%E
    • Net Profit YoY-59.54%D
    • Total Assets YoY-7.66%D
    • Net Assets YoY-46.88%E
  • Cash ScoreD
    • Cash Flow Margin-65.01%D
    • OCF YoY-16.49%E
  • Operating ScoreC
    • Turnover0.43C
  • Debt ScoreC
    • Gearing Ratio45.85%C

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    Research Frontiers’ Earnings Call: Growth Amid Challenges

    Research Frontiers (REFR) held its Q3 earnings call, highlighting growth in royalties and successful product launches, despite challenges like a licensee's bankruptcy and slow automotive sector growth. The company remains debt-free with over $1.1 million in cash. Their architectural retrofit system received positive feedback, targeting government and commercial buildings. Stock performance has been strong, outperforming U.S. micro caps. However, concerns about communication with partners and deployment delays were noted. The company anticipates continued revenue growth and a robust project pipeline, maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for the future.

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    Research Frontiers Reports Q3 2025 Earnings

    Research Frontiers (REFR) reported its Q3 2025 earnings, revealing a decrease in fee income due to lower royalties from automotive and aircraft markets, alongside a bankruptcy of a major European licensee. The company posted an operating loss of $1.36 million and a net loss of $1.28 million for the nine months ending September 30, 2025. Despite these challenges, Research Frontiers anticipates increased revenue from new products utilizing its SPD-SmartGlass technology and aims to expand market opportunities and royalty income in the future.

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    Research Frontiers shares are trading higher after the company reported a year-over-year increase in Q3 sales results.

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    Research Frontiers | 10-Q: FY2025 Q3 Revenue: USD 359.44 K

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    Research Frontiers CEO Joe Harary to Lead North American Vehicle Glazing Innovation Summit 2025 in Detroit as Chairman and Keynote Presenter

    WOODBURY, NY, Nov. 05, 2025 ( GLOBE NEWSWIRE ) -- Research Frontiers Inc. ( Nasdaq: REFR ) , the inventor and licensor of SPD-SmartGlass technology, announced today that its President and CEO, Joseph M. Harary, has been selected as Chairman of the North American Vehicle Glazing Innovation Summit ...

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