Core Molding [CMT] vs Lightwave Logic [LWLG] Detailed Stock Comparison
Core Molding
NYSE
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Lightwave Logic
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Core Molding wins in 10 metrics, Lightwave Logic wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Core Molding appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Core Molding | Lightwave Logic | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 17.78 | -18.74 | Lightwave Logic |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.07 | 14.74 | Core Molding |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 16.50 | 9.31 | Lightwave Logic |
| PEG Ratio | -0.49 | N/A | N/A |
| EV/EBITDA | 5.12 | -20.80 | Lightwave Logic |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 3.39% | 92.27% | Lightwave Logic |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 7.54% | -22,813.84% | Core Molding |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 7.54% | N/A | N/A |
| Return on Equity | 6.22% | -65.80% | Core Molding |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.35% | -37.73% | Core Molding |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $23.63M | $-18.25M | Core Molding |
| 1-Year Return | 10.67% | 20.38% | Lightwave Logic |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.60 | 4,609.38 | Core Molding |
| Enterprise Value | $146.29M | $415.50M | Lightwave Logic |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.53 | 4,403.55 | Core Molding |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 18.06% | 86.48% | Lightwave Logic |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $32 | $0 | Core Molding |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.08 | $-0.17 | Core Molding |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.79 | 2.46 | Core Molding |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Core Molding vs Lightwave Logic Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Molding | 0.79% | -0.42% | 13.64% | 18.66% | 46.09% | 22.31% |
| Lightwave Logic | -12.08% | -13.06% | 50.48% | 209.90% | 165.25% | 44.91% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Molding | 10.67% | 56.27% | 154.74% | -1.95% | 338.62% | 189.53% |
| Lightwave Logic | 20.38% | -66.24% | 381.54% | 347.14% | 140.77% | 95.63% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Core Molding vs Lightwave Logic
| Metric | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $116.96M | $144.40M |
| Market Cap Category | Micro cap | Micro cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 22,980 | 3,474,530 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 22,750 | 2,293,690 |
| Last Close | $19.08 | $3.13 |
| 52 Week Range | $12.25 - $19.47 | $0.79 - $4.23 |
| % from 52W High | -2.00% | -26.00% |
| All-Time High | $30.09 (Oct 02, 2023) | $20.30 (Dec 13, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -36.59% | -84.58% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.11% | 0.32% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.37% | 0.32% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.03% | 0.92% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | -228.14% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.06% | -0.66% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 16.50 | 9.31 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $17.93 | $0.23 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $5.07 | $0.17 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $23.80M | $-13,986,949 |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $11.15M | $-8,529,002 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Core Molding vs Lightwave Logic
| Metric | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 17.78 | -18.74 |
| Forward P/E | 11.16 | N/A |
| PEG Ratio | -0.49 | N/A |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.60 | 4,609.38 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.07 | 14.74 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $116.96M | $144.40M |
| Enterprise Value | $146.29M | $415.50M |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.53 | 4,403.55 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 5.12 | -20.80 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.79 | 2.46 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $17.93 | $0.23 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Core Molding vs Lightwave Logic
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $79.24M | $25,605 |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $64.93M | $3,463 |
| Gross Profit | $14.31M | $22,142 |
| Research & Development | N/A | $2.64M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $5.21M | $-5.61M |
| EBITDA | $8.39M | $-5.07M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $5.36M | $-5.67M |
| Income Tax | $1.31M | N/A |
| Net Income (Profit) | $4.05M | $-5.67M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $44.47M | $25.05M |
| Total Current Assets | $115.61M | $25.55M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $46.29M | $1.54M |
| Long-Term Debt | $19.25M | $2.55M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $149.87M | $31.55M |
| Retained Earnings | $137.55M | $-155.10M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $227.33M | $11.77M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $9.29M | $-3.12M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-1.77M | $-853,544 |
| Free Cash Flow | $4.33M | $-4.39M |
| Debt Repayment | $-478,000 | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-916,000 | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 197,536 | 15.90M |
| Short Ratio | 8.45 | 8.58 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.12% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 22,980 | 3,474,530 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 22,750 | 2,293,690 |
| Shares Outstanding | 8.61M | 123.30M |
| Float Shares | 7.24M | 128.09M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.10% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.76% | 0.19% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Core Molding vs Lightwave Logic
| Metric | CMT | LWLG |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.00 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.00 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |