Deep-Dive Due Diligence AI Generated Report on Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. Common Stock (HYFM)

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You're the expert here today. So, I pulled together a bunch of data for you to look over real fast. I'm looking at high-performance stocks today and Hydrofarm (HYFM) hit my radar screen, up to 2.25 from a prev close of 1.97 Do you think its got more juice or is it lacking potential? It's 5:02:44 PM on Wed Apr 02, 2025 -0400 and I have to decide: buy or sell!

--- COMPANY PROFILE ---
Company: Hydrofarm (HYFM)
IPO: IPO date unknown
Shares Outstanding: 4,610,000
Industry: WHOLESALE-MISCELLANEOUS NONDURABLE GOODS
Exchange: XNAS

Here's the first list of news for Hydrofarm:

C1 - Mar-06-25 02:07AM - Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc (HYFM) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Challenges ...
C2 - Mar-05-25 11:14PM - Q4 2024 Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc Earnings Call
C3 - Mar-05-25 11:14PM 08:25AM - Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. (HYFM) Reports Q4 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates
C4 - Mar-05-25 11:14PM 07:00AM - Hydrofarm Holdings Group Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
C5 - Mar-04-25 07:28AM - Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc (HYFM) Q4 2024 Earnings Report Preview: What To Look For
C6 - Feb-20-25 04:05PM - Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on March 5, 2025
C7 - Feb-10-25 07:00AM - Hydrofarm Announces Reverse Stock Split
C8 - Jan-05-25 10:29AM - Is Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:HYFM) the Best Vertical Farming and Hydroponic Stock to Invest In Now?

ONLY 3 RULES for AI:
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1) I am a document retrieval system. You are the analyst-investigator.
2) You can request items from my lists to get more info on Hydrofarm (HYFM)
3) AFTER requesting and reading News and SEC filings you'll write a summary, set a score, high price target and headline.
Now, your response should be only 2 or 3 chars. You can say ex., C1, C2, etc., or NEX
The NEX command delivers the NEXt list of News/SEC/Metrics
There are several more lists that use our unified document retrieval system in subsequent prompts.
Your predictons will be compared to reality to rate your accuracy. Try to predict accurately. GOOD LUCK!
Please request a document, read, summarize and score. Say something like "C1".

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C4

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Showing C4 (chunk 1 of 1):

[INFO] Your document request exceeded 20000 characters. If you need more, please request additional documents separately.

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As a financial analyst, it seems there was some sort of error with your document request. It exceeded the 20000 characters limit. You can ask for more of the current document, request the next section or ask for a different document by its handle.

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We present this news so you can catch the big movers from recently breaking news.
Here's a list of news articles you can literally read just by asking.
Usually the first item is the most important.

A1 - 2025-03-24T18:42:06Z - HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $2.75 amid market challenges By Investing.com...
A2 - 2025-03-24T18:42:06Z - HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $2.75 amid market challenges By Investing.com...
A3 - 2025-03-17T17:28:05Z - HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $3.16 amid market challenges By Investing.com...
A4 - 2025-03-17T17:26:05Z - HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $3.16 amid market challenges By Investing.com...
A5 - 2025-03-17T17:26:05Z - HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $3.16 amid market challenges By Investing.com...

Request an article by its reference number. (Ex., "A1" gets the first item)
You may also say NEX to go to the next listing.
Response to this prompt limited to 3 chars.

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A1

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Showing A1 (chunk 1 of 3): A1:
**HYFM stock touches 52-week low at $2.75 amid market challenges By Investing.com**Date: 2025-03-24Source: {'uri': 'za.investing.com', 'dataType': 'news', 'title': 'Investing.com South Africa'}URL: https://za.investing.com/news/company-news/hyfm-stock-touches-52week-low-at-275-amid-market-challenges-93CH-3622593Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc (HYFM) stock has reached a new 52-week low, trading at $2.75, as the company faces a tumultuous period in the market. With a market capitalization of just $12.8 million and a concerning debt burden of $169.5 million, InvestingPro analysis indicates the company is rapidly burning through cash while maintaining a negative EBITDA of -$7.75 million. This latest price point underscores a significant downturn for the agricultural equipment maker, which has seen its stock value plummet by 69.22% over the past year. Investors are closely monitoring the com

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NEX

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This is our final list of news.
News AI can literally read just by asking.
Don't miss the breaking news!

B1 - 2024-09-12T16:53:00Z - Water Tower Research Publishes Initiation of Coverage Report on Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. “Best-in-Class Execution in a Long-Term Favorable Growth Category”
B2 - 2024-07-31T09:33:00Z - Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Bunge, West Fraser Timber, GrowGeneration and Hydrofarm
B3 - 2024-07-30T16:29:00Z - 4 Agriculture - Products Stocks to Watch in a Promising Industry
B4 - 2024-05-14T11:00:00Z - Hydrofarm Holdings Group Announces First Quarter 2024 Results
B5 - 2024-05-09T21:20:06Z - Haynes International (HAYN) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Lag Estimates
B6 - 2024-05-09T10:28:00Z - Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights West Fraser Timber, CalMaine Foods, The Andersons and Hydrofarm

Request an article by its reference number. (Ex., "B1" gets the first item)
You can say NEX to go to the next listing.
Response limited to 3 chars.

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B4

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Showing B4 (chunk 1 of 1): B4:
**Hydrofarm Holdings Group Announces First Quarter 2024 Results**Date: Unknown DateSource: Unknown SourceURL: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/05/14/2881197/0/en/Hydrofarm-Holdings-Group-Announces-First-Quarter-2024-Results.htmlSignificant Cost Savings Continue to Drive Improvement in Key Operating Metrics Significant Cost Savings Continue to Drive Improvement in Key Operating Metrics

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The document seems to be a press release announcing the first quarter 2024 results for Hydrofarm Holdings Group. However, the specific details of the financial report are not included in the provided excerpt. The document mentions that significant cost savings have continued to contribute to improvements in key operating metrics. The exact nature and impact of these cost savings are not specified in the available text. The date and source of the document are not provided.

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This is our list of SEC filings.
If empty, the search returned no recent filings.

S3 - 2025-03-05 10-K Item 7. MGT DISC & ANALYSIS OF FIN COND & RESULTS OF OPER

The following discussion and analysis provides information that we believe is relevant to an assessment and understanding of our results of operations and financial condition. You shou...

S4 - 2025-03-05 8-K Item 2.02 Results of Oper and Fin Cond.

On March 5, 2025, Hydrofarm Holdings Group, Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2024 and providing its full-year 2025 outlook. Th...

Request filing by its reference number. (Ex., "S1" gets the first item)
You can say NEX to go to the next listing.
Response limited to 3 chars.

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S3

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Showing S3 (chunk 1 of 6): S3:
Item 7. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

The following discussion and analysis provides information that we believe is relevant to an assessment and understanding of our results of operations and financial condition. You should read this analysis in conjunction with our audited consolidated financial statements and the notes contained elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. This discussion and analysis contains statements of a forward-looking nature relating to future events or our future financial performance. Actual events or results may differ materially from forward-looking statements. In evaluating such statements, you should carefully consider the various factors identified in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, any forward-looki

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As a financial analyst, I would like to point out that this section provides an insight into the company's operations and financial condition, based on which the future financial performance can be predicted. However, it should be noted that these are forward-looking statements and the actual results may vary due to various factors. Therefore, it is crucial to thoroughly examine all the factors mentioned in the report before making any financial decisions.

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This is our set of metrics.
Please analyze the numbers.

+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| Volume: 10,833 | Perf Month: -53.16% | Option/Short: No / Yes | Sales Y/Y TTM: -16.02% |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| Avg Volume: 22.54K | Perf Quarter: -62.64% | Short Float: 2.79% | ROE: -25.94% |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| Rel Volume: 0.48 | Index: - | Short Ratio: 4.32 | ROI: -17.38% |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| RSI (14): 23.53 | Market Cap: 9.92M | Short Interest: 0.10M | Sales Surprise: -9.14% |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| ATR (14): 0.32 | Shs Outstand: 4.61M | Beta: 2.29 | EPS Surprise: 45.62% |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| SMA20: -23.38% | Shs Float: 3.49M | Sales Q/Q: -20.92% | P/E: - |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| SMA50: -53.67% | Inst Own: 22.70% | Sales past 5Y: 1.45% | Earnings: Mar 05 BMO |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| SMA200: -63.99% | Insider Own: 24.28% | Employees: 286 | |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+
| Perf Week: -7.73% | Insider Trans: 0.00% | Debt/Eq: 0.76 | |
+--------------------+-----------------------+------------------------+------------------------+

The next section covers any insider trading.
If this section may be blank due to no recent filings.

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by Toler William Douglas (Unknown Title) on 2025-03-24
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 198 shares at $2.85 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by O'Brien Kevin Patrick (Chief Financial Officer) on 2025-03-24
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 292 shares at $2.85 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by PARKER MARK S (President) on 2025-02-28
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 2751 shares at $0 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by O'Brien Kevin Patrick (Chief Financial Officer) on 2025-02-28
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 2501 shares at $0 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by Lindeman Bruce John (Chief Executive Officer) on 2025-02-28
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 3959 shares at $0 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by Ackerman Erica (CAO and Corporate Controller) on 2025-02-28
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 1151 shares at $0 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by Toler William Douglas (Unknown Title) on 2025-02-28
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 10001 shares at $0 (D)

Inside Trans: HYDROFARM HOLDINGS GROUP, INC. (HYFM) by Lindeman Bruce John (Chief Executive Officer) on 2025-02-26
- Common Stock, $0.0001 par value per share: 160 shares at $5.39 (D)

[Company Financial Summary]
[Company Details]
Name: N/A
Market Cap: N/A
Shares Outstanding: N/A
Sector: N/A

[Financial Statements - Latest Quarter]
Total Assets: N/A
Total Liabilities: N/A
Total Equity: N/A
Revenue (Quarter): {'value': 190288000.0, 'unit': 'USD', 'label': 'Revenues', 'order': 100}
Net Income: {'value': -66717000.0, 'unit': 'USD', 'label': 'Net Income/Loss', 'order': 3200}
Earnings Per Share (EPS): N/A

[Price Metrics - Last 30 Days]
Latest Close: 2.15
Average Volume: 31798.22
30-Day High: 4.65
30-Day Low: 1.89

[Detailed Financials: TTM 2024]
- Total Assets: $426,104,000.0
- Total Liabilities: $202,382,000.0
- Total Equity: $223,722,000.0
- Current Assets: $95,212,000.0
- Current Liabilities: $34,987,000.0

[Income Statement: TTM 2024]
- Revenue: $190,288,000.00
- Net Income: N/A
- Gross Profit: N/A
- Operating Income: N/A
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): -14.51

[Cash Flow Statement: TTM 2024]
- Net Cash Flow: $-4,201,000.0

[Detailed Financials: FY 2024]
- Total Assets: $426,104,000.0
- Total Liabilities: $202,382,000.0
- Total Equity: $223,722,000.0
- Current Assets: $95,212,000.0
- Current Liabilities: $34,987,000.0

[Income Statement: FY 2024]
- Revenue: $190,288,000.00
- Net Income: N/A
- Gross Profit: N/A
- Operating Income: N/A
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): -14.51

[Cash Flow Statement: FY 2024]
- Net Cash Flow: $-4,201,000.0
==== END OF FINANCIAL REPORT ====

You are now requested to make a summary analysis.
Save explaining why you didn't have enough information for the final survey.

Now, complete this report with the following:

1) Brief Summary: explain your findings in succinct wording.
2) MARKET_SCORE: If you calculate a 92% likelihood of an upward moves, say: MARKET_SCORE[92]
3) PRICE_TARGET: If you think the high today will be 50% higher, add to the price.
Eg., If the current price is $5.00, add 50%. Thus, PRICE_TARGET[$7.50] -- It should be at or above the current price.
4) Provide a thought-provoking take, 6-10 words, to use for the headline of this news story.
Like this: AI_RPT_HEADLINE: [6-12 words headline for news story, distilled from summary]

1) Brief Summary, 2) MARKET_SCORE, 3) PRICE_TARGET, and 4) AI_RPT_HEADLINE

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1) Brief Summary: The company has seen a significant downward trend in performance over the past month, quarter, and even the past year. Sales have decreased on a year-to-year basis, with a notable shortfall in sales surprise. The negative Return on Equity (ROE) and Return on Investment (ROI) further indicate a lack of profitability. Insider transactions show a significant amount of shares being sold, which combined with the high beta value, suggests a volatile and potentially risky investment. The company's financials reveal a negative net cash flow and a negative EPS, indicating a loss in earnings.

2) MARKET_SCORE[38]: Considering the poor performance metrics and the negative financial indicators, the likelihood of an upward move in the short term is low.

3) PRICE_TARGET[$2.50]: Given the current downtrend, a conservative price target would be a slight increase from the current price.

4) AI_RPT_HEADLINE: "Dwindling Sales and Negative Returns: A Rocky Road Ahead?"

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Finally, if more data could have improved your confidence which would you have chosen? **Choose one option:**
-> X0 <- Nothing more would have helped my analysis
-> X1 <- More stock-specific news
-> X2 <- More SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) Financials, risk disclosures, and business changes
-> X3 <- More SEC Insider Trading (Form 3, 4, 5) Direct buys/sells from executives and institutions
-> X4 <- Broader sector & market news
-> X5 <- Your past analysis on similar companies (specify metrics)
-> X6 <- More financial metrics
-> X7 <- Your past analysis on this exact company
-> X8 <- Something altogether different (explain...)

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As a financial analyst, I would choose -> X2 <- More SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) Financials, risk disclosures, and business changes. These documents provide comprehensive information about the company's financial health, risks, and operational changes that could significantly impact the investment decision.

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[2025-04-02 17:03:08] # Analysis Completed
Elapsed Time: 24.88 seconds




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