LivePerson has been a favorite of mine for the past 6 months.
Here is a little on the industry...
The Internet Software & Services industry is a segment of the Technology sector. Although the industry landscape is dominated by high-profile, multi-billion dollar firms, many Internet Service Providers (ISPs), are smaller firms with revenues of under $1 million that compete by occupying a specific niche in the marketplace. Rapidly, however, consolidation is sweeping across the industry due to the substantial economies of scale for the large players (which wouldn't be bad for LPSN in the short-term).
A little on LPSN....
LPSN has no debt to speak of therefore resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of zero, which we consider to be a relatively favorable sign. Along with this, the company maintains a quick ratio of 3.22, which clearly demonstrates the ability to cover short-term cash needs.
LIVEPERSON INC reported flat earnings per share in the most recent quarter. Stable earnings per share over the past two years indicate the company has sound management over its earnings and share float. We anticipate the company beginning to experience more growth in the coming year. During the past fiscal year, LIVEPERSON INC reported lower earnings of $0.06 versus $0.07 in the prior year. This year, the market expects an improvement in earnings ($0.24 versus $0.06).
$7.72 (04/04/07)
