Network Engines (NENG): Maybe Next Year?

Posted on December 22, 2009

I’ve been following Network Engines (NENG, current price: $1.30) for several years already, and so far, the stock has been a major disappointment. However, it never pays to lose hope, especially with companies that have no debt. It’s always possible that good luck is right around the corner.

So perhaps, NENG’s turn will come in 2010. I’m bullish (yet again), because the combination of a new Dell DC powered server design win and another new $10 million per quarter client, should help drive revenues higher for NENG in 2010.

The problem with NENG, of course, has always been the company’s razor thin gross margins, a situation I don’t see changing much, despite the new customers. However, since the company has done a good job keeping operating costs under control, I suspect that despite the low gross margins, the new revenues will translate into a significant improvement in profitability in 2010. In other words, the company should have some degree of operating leverage, at least in terms of marketing and G&A.

The improving top and bottom line, should attract more investors into the stock, who stock price remains at 2005 levels.

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