Should you buy Ocean Power Technologies stock now?
No, the technical signal for Ocean Power Technologies is currently Strong Sell. Ocean Power Technologies trades at $1.04 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.976 with falling momentum (signal: -0.961); RSI is at 22.2 (oversold), which could point to a potential buying opportunity; the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average). The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Ocean Power Technologies stock?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Ocean Power Technologies.
Is Ocean Power Technologies a dividend stock?
No, Ocean Power Technologies does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Ocean Power Technologies stock?
Ocean Power Technologies is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 117.2%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. In addition, an RSI of 22.2 signals oversold (potential bottom).
Is Ocean Power Technologies overvalued?
Ocean Power Technologies has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 2.2, a P/B ratio of 2.3.
Is Ocean Power Technologies overbought?
No, Ocean Power Technologies is actually oversold with an RSI of 22.2 (below 30). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 22.2 (below the 30 mark), which actually signals the price is oversold – the opposite of overbought. In addition, the price is 51.1% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish). IMPORTANT: The stock is oversold in a downtrend. A low RSI in a downtrend is NOT a buy signal – the price can keep falling. Wait for a trend reversal before buying.
When is the next Ocean Power Technologies earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Ocean Power Technologies has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Ocean Power Technologies shorted?
Yes, Ocean Power Technologies is shorted with 17.2% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Ocean Power Technologies stock?
No, insiders are not buying Ocean Power Technologies shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 11 reported transactions, the split is 10 purchases and 1 sales, with a net 17,541 $ sold. Active sellers include WINTERS ROBERT K. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Ocean Power Technologies a good stock?
Based on our total score, Ocean Power Technologies is rated as a disastrous stock with a total score of 12 out of 100. The stock scores very low on value, quality and momentum – it is among the worst in our database. The score is made up of Value: 33/100, Quality: 5/100. In addition: technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Ocean Power Technologies is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Ocean Power Technologies stock?
The outlook for Ocean Power Technologies based on current data: the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Ocean Power Technologies stock falling?
Ocean Power Technologies is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 51.1% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 17.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Ocean Power Technologies go?
There is currently no active analyst price target for Ocean Power Technologies. The stock has traded between $0.92 and $21.60 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 95.2% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Ocean Power Technologies fall?
The stock has traded as low as $0.92 over the last 52 weeks — that is 11.5% below the current price of $1.04. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 95.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±117.2% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Ocean Power Technologies do?
Opt.us builds systems that turn wave energy from the ocean into electricity. The company earns money by selling this technology in the US, Europe, and Australia.
Its best-known product is the PB3 PowerBuoy system. This is a floating buoy that produces power without needing a ... The company belongs to the Industrials sector, more specifically the Specialty Industrial Machinery industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Ocean Power Technologies as an investment.
Did Ocean Power Technologies raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Ocean Power Technologies. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Ocean Power Technologies making money or losing money?
We have no current profitability data for Ocean Power Technologies. See the latest report in the earnings history above.
Can Ocean Power Technologies go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Ocean Power Technologies is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -43.57 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 2 — which is weak. Debt relative to equity is 16% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Ocean Power Technologies have a lot of debt?
No, Ocean Power Technologies has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 16%. For the industrials sector, anything below 100% counts as low debt. Industrial companies often sit at 100-200% because of heavy production assets and long order books. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.
