Clearfield

Clearfield, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fiber protection. It operates through the Clearfield and Nestor Cable segment. The Clearfield segment involves the design, manufacture, and selling of fiber management, protection, and delivery solutions. The Nestor Cables segment includes designs, manufacture, and selling fiber management, protection, and delivery solutions. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Brooklyn Park, MN.

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Clearfield reports robust Q1 performance and ambitious growth plans

Clearfield's Q1 performance reflects strong financial results, with a focus on growth in core markets and effective cost management strategies.
The company's ambitious growth plans, strategic initiatives, and commitment to innovation position it well for future success in the fiber broadband industry.
While facing challenges related to supply chain management and gross margins, Clearfield's proactive approach to addressing these issues underscores its resilience and determination.

Clearfield faces revenue challenges but sees growth opportunities ahead

Clearfield's Q2 performance reflects revenue challenges but also highlights growth potential and strategic focus on innovation and market share.
While facing competition and gross margin challenges, the company's strong balance sheet and strategic initiatives offer opportunities for future growth.
Management's optimism, commitment to industry expansion, and focus on new products position Clearfield for long-term success despite current challenges.
Investments in capacity, innovation, and relationships underscore Clearfield's resilience and potential to navigate market dynamics and drive growth.

Clearfield reports robust Q3 earnings, invests in future growth

Clearfield's Q3 performance reflects strong sales driven by Nestor Cables, with a focus on operational efficiency and financial stability.
While facing challenges like revenue slowdown and supply constraints, Clearfield is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities.
The company's strategic investments in product development and infrastructure underscore its commitment to long-term growth and competitiveness.
Clearfield's ability to adapt to industry dynamics and meet end-user demand for fiber broadband services highlights its resilience and market potential.

Clearfield faces challenges in Q4 2023 but eyes growth opportunities

Clearfield's Q4 performance showed mixed results with challenges expected in the first half of fiscal 2024. Despite declining gross margins, the company introduced new products and increased share buyback authorization. Opportunities lie in the BEAD program and the company's strategic focus on fulfilling rural market needs.

Clearfield reports Q1 net sales of $34.2M, anticipates industry growth

Clearfield's Q1 performance reflected strong net sales driven by regional service providers, offset by a decline in gross profit margin and a net loss of $5.3 million.
The company's strategic focus on expanding its product portfolio and capitalizing on industry growth opportunities aligns with its strong balance sheet and long-term vision.
While facing challenges in profitability and lower demand, Clearfield remains optimistic about the broadband industry's long-term prospects and aims to enhance shareholder value.
Guidance for the second quarter indicates a continued focus on cost management and growth initiatives to navigate market challenges and drive future profitability.

Clearfield reports Q2 net sales growth amidst profit margin challenges

Clearfield navigated a transition year with Q2 net sales driven by Community Broadband customers and product innovation efforts.
Despite challenges such as decreased net sales and lower profit margins, the company remains focused on growth opportunities in the fiber deployment market.
Anticipated Q3 net sales of $40-44 million and increased share buyback authorization signal Clearfield's strategic approach to financial performance and shareholder value.

Clearfield (CLFD) exceeds Q3 sales target, eyes growth opportunities

Clearfield (CLFD) delivered strong sales performance in Q3 2024, with improvements in gross profit margin and cost management, despite a net loss driven by investment in future growth.
The company's focus on diversification into adjacent markets and the expected revenue from BEAD compliant products signal a promising outlook for Clearfield's future growth potential.
While challenges in profitability persist, Clearfield's solid financial position and strategic initiatives position it well to navigate market dynamics and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Clearfield reports Q4 resilience, eyes growth in U.S. market

Clearfield's Q4 2024 performance showed resilience with positive cash flow and exceeded guidance, despite a decrease in net sales.
The company's strengths in innovation, market positioning, and transparency provide a solid foundation for future growth and profitability.
While challenges in revenue generation persist, Clearfield's strategic focus on growth opportunities and market improvements sets the stage for fiscal year 2025.

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Shares of Clearfield (NASDAQ:CLFD) were flat in after-market trading after the company reported Q1 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share rose 475.00% over the past year to $0.23, which beat the estimate of $0.13.

Clearfield: Q1 Earnings Insights

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, reported results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2020.

Clearfield Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2021 Results

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, will hold a conference call on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (4:00 p.m. Central time) to discuss its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 31, 2020.

Clearfield Sets Fiscal First Quarter 2021 Earnings Call for Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. ET

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, today announced that Midco Communications (Midco) is utilizing its Clearfield YOURx™ Flex Box, Clearview® Blue Cassette, FieldShield® FLATdrop and fiber cables to cost effectively create higher bandwidth point-to-point wireless backhaul connections in its network. Clearfield and Midco collaborated to craft a unique approach to bringing fiber from the base to the

Midco Communications Taps Clearfield® to Help Break Broadband Barriers by Topping Structures with Wireless Backhaul Solutions

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Clearfield, Inc. (CLFD) CEO Cheri Beranek on Q4 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Clearfield, Inc. (N ASDAQ : CLFD), the specialist in fiber management and connectivity platforms for communication service providers, reported results for the fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2020.

Clearfield Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Results

On Wednesday, November 04, Clearfield (NASDAQ: CLFD) will release its latest earnings report. Check out Benzinga's preview to understand the implications.

Earnings Preview: Clearfield

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearfield, Inc. (N ASDAQ : CLFD ) , the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, will hold a conference call on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (4:00 p.m. Central time) to discuss its financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2020.

Clearfield Sets Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Earnings Call for Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. ET

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, today announced the new FieldSmart Fiber Delivery Point (FDP) Indoor 288-Port Wall Box. This plug-and-play solution is designed to streamline the labor and installation time associated with large MDU or MTU fiber deployments by streamlining a traditionally four step-process into one. This allows service providers to quickly turn-up broadband services and enable s

Clearfield Introduces FieldSmart® FDP Indoor 288-port Wall Box Optimized for Dense MDU Environments

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, today announced the new StreetSmart Pre-Assigned Fiber Distribution Hub (FDH) Cabinet. The StreetSmart Pre-Assigned FDH Cabinet provides a turn-key solution for up to 288 distribution fibers in an outside plant FTTx (fiber-to-the-x) PON application. Designed for rapid PON deployments, this cabinet provides a single distribution point, making it the ideal solution

Clearfield Announces StreetSmart Pre-Assigned FDH Cabinet Aimed at Rapid Time-to-Market, Lowest OPEX

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, is scheduled to virtually participate at the following financial conferences during September 2020: 9th Annual Gateway Conference Presenting on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

Clearfield Sets September 2020 Financial Conference Schedule

Clearfield (CLFD) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

All You Need to Know About Clearfield (CLFD) Rating Upgrade to Strong Buy

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, today announced the new StreetSmart Small Count Fiber Hand-Off Box.

Clearfield Enables Wireline and Wireless Carriers to Push 5G Further

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Clearfield, Inc. (CLFD) CEO Cheri Beranek on Q3 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Clearfield (CLFD) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 175.00% and 12.91%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Clearfield (CLFD) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

Shares of Clearfield (NASDAQ:CLFD) moved higher by 21.52% in after-market trading after the company reported Q3 results.

Clearfield: Q3 Earnings Insights

MINNEAPOLIS, July  23, 2020  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --   Clearfield, Inc.  (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, reported results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 30, 2020.

Clearfield Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2020 Results

MINNEAPOLIS, July  16, 2020  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ: CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, will hold a conference call on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (4:00 p.m. Central time) to discuss its financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 30, 2020.

Clearfield Sets Fiscal Third Quarter 2020 Earnings Call for Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. ET

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Earnings Preview: Clearfield (CLFD) Q3 Earnings Expected to Decline

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clearfield, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLFD), the specialist in fiber management for communication service providers, today introduced the FiberFlex 2000 cabinet as part of its FieldSmart portfolio. With a fiber-first design, this environmentally controlled enclosure is engineered to support a variety of deployment scenarios as operators look to cost effectively expand fiber footprints. Built in response to market demand for a small footprint active cabinet, the FieldSmart Fiber

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