WidePoint Corporation - WYY STOCK NEWS

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American:WYY) has announced the acquisition of IT Authorities, a prominent Managed Service Provider, for substantially all its assets. This move aims to enhance WidePoint’s capabilities in delivering ITaaS solutions, particularly in the commercial sector targeting small and mid-sized businesses. The acquisition is projected to generate approximately $10 million in annualized revenue and $1.5 million in adjusted EBITDA for 2021, while providing significant upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) has reinstated its share repurchase program, allowing for the repurchase of up to $2.1 million of its common stock, which was suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic. With 9.1 million shares outstanding, the company views this as an opportunity to enhance shareholder value. CEO Jin Kang stated that the robust balance sheet enables this decision, reflecting confidence in the company's growth potential. The repurchases will comply with SEC regulations and will be financed through existing cash.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American:WYY) announced its participation in several virtual conferences in September 2021, showcasing its solutions in Trusted Mobility Management (TM2). Key events include the 10th Annual Gateway Conference on September 8, 17th Annual Taglich Brothers Investment Conference on September 13, and Lake Street's 5th Annual Best Ideas Growth Conference on September 15. These conferences aim to connect management teams with institutional investors and analysts, emphasizing WidePoint's role in identity management and telecom solutions.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) has secured a contract with a major U.S. research university to deliver Identity Management credentials. Under this agreement, WidePoint Cybersecurity will issue ECA (External Certificate Authority) Personal Identity Verification (PIV-I) credentials, along with associated services and hardware for on-site issuance. This three-year contract is significant as it provides access to approved U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) information systems, highlighting WidePoint's unique position as the sole DoD-approved issuer of ECA PIV-I credentials.

WidePoint Corporation (WYY) reported second-quarter 2021 revenues of $20.0 million, down from $54.8 million in Q2 2020, with a net loss of $205,000 or $0.02 per diluted share. Despite carrier services revenue declines, gross margins improved significantly to 20.0%. The company secured over $36 million in contracts and gained recognition in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant. Adjusted EBITDA reached $531,000. Looking forward, management emphasizes revenue diversification and cautious optimism amid macroeconomic challenges.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) announced that its subsidiary, WidePoint Mobile Corporation, achieved R2v3 certification for its Columbus, Ohio facility. This certification includes Core and Specialty Process Requirements, such as Downstream Vendor Management and Logical Sanitization, reflecting increased standards for data protection and electronic recycling. CEO Jin Kang emphasized that this certification enhances their Managed Mobility Services and aligns with their Green Initiative Policy, expanding revenue streams and ensuring responsible device recycling.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) announced a conference call scheduled for August 16, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. Financial results will be released beforehand. Participants are encouraged to call 5-10 minutes prior to the start time, and the call will feature a Q&A session. A replay of the call will be available after 7:30 p.m. ET on the same day through August 30, 2021.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) announced it secured over $36.6 million in contract awards during Q2 2021. CEO Jin Kang highlighted 48 contract actions, including new awards and extensions for the company's Trusted Mobility Management (TM2) solutions. Key contracts include IdM credentials for a major public research university and various defense contractors, as well as MMS for a leading quick-service restaurant and a global automotive manufacturer. The company stresses the importance of data security amid rising cyber threats.

WidePoint Corporation (NYSE American: WYY) is set to join the Russell Microcap® Index effective June 28, 2021, marking a significant milestone for the company. This inclusion follows a strong performance in 2020 and Q1 2021, as well as recent accolades, including the Co-sell Ready status from Microsoft for Soft-ex. Membership in the Russell Microcap® Index will enhance WidePoint's visibility among investors, with approximately $10.6 trillion in assets benchmarked against Russell indexes. The company specializes in Trusted Mobility Management solutions.