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The American economy is facing major structural issues that have the potential to thwart economic progress. The most important hurdle facing the US economy is an aging population.

Fortunately for Century Aluminum, its leverage ratios are currently much lower than other companies in this space. CENX has $123 million in cash that should help it manage its operations over the next few quarters

In 2Q17, Flotek Industries’ (FTK) total debt fell ~34% compared to 2Q16.

This year, steel companies have had a mixed performance on Wall Street. However, there are signs of a revival in the steel industry.

In 3Q17, MiMedx Group’s (MDXG) net sales rose to $84.6 million, compared with $64.4 million in 3Q16—a 31% YoY (year-over-year) rise.

San Francisco–based biopharmaceutical company Nektar Therapeutics (NKTR) develops drug candidates that make use of its advanced polymer conjugate technology platforms.

Of the five analysts covering PetMed Express (PETS) in October 2017, two gave it “strong buy” ratings, two gave it “hold” ratings, and one gave it a “sell” rating. Its target price was $43.75.

On October 16, 2017, all analysts tracking Flotek Industries rated it as a “buy” or some equivalent.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals (LGND) receives royalties from Novartis on Promacta’s sales according to a tiered annual payment structure.

In 2Q17, Ligand Pharmaceuticals (LGND) reported revenues of ~$28.0 million, representing year-over-year growth of ~43.4%. LGND received ~$14.2 million in royalties, a year-over-year rise of 45.7%.

Flotek stock will likely close between $6.42 and $5.50 in the next seven days. Flotek’s stock price was $5.96 on August 10, 2017.

Flotek Industries’ (FTK) management expressed optimism about improving pricing for FTK’s complex nano-Fluid (or CnF) products despite higher raw material costs.

On July 3, 2017, Flotek’s (FTK) implied volatility was ~58%. Since its 1Q17 earnings were announced on May 3, 2017, FTK’s implied volatility has remained unchanged.

H.B. Fuller’s (FUL) Construction Products segment reported revenue of $64.4 million in 3Q16, which is 12.6% of the company’s total revenue.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals (LGND) is a high-growth company with a comparatively low-risk business model. It earns most of its revenue from royalty and license fees.

Buffett said that it has been a terrible mistake to bet against America, not only for the past 240 years but even now. He believes that America’s emphasis on innovation and strength in commerce will continue to provide strong gains for its people.

Education Realty Trust is a self-managed and self-administered equity REIT. The main objective of the company is to develop, acquire, own, and manage student housing properties.

Century Aluminum’s (CENX) consolidated shipments in 3Q15 were down 1% as compared to 2Q15. In 4Q14, CENX had acquired Alcoa’s stake in the Mt. Holly smelter.

AK Steel (AKS) reported its 2Q15 earnings on July 28. The company’s share price rose significantly after it released its second quarter results.

According to data released on May 25 by the WSA, world crude steel production totaled 135 million tons in April. This is a decline of 1.7% YoY.