Cord Blood Banking Leader Cryo-Cell Declares Initiation of Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
Dividend Announcement: Cryo-Cell International, Inc. has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share for shareholders as of November 15, 2024, with payment expected on November 29, 2024. The Board will regularly review the dividend policy based on the company's financial performance and capital needs.
Company Overview: Founded in 1989, Cryo-Cell is the first private cord blood bank, serving over 500,000 parents globally. It operates both private and public banking programs, has received multiple accreditations, and aims to provide high-quality cryopreservation services and develop cellular therapies.
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Earnings Decline: Cryo-Cell International Inc reported a decrease in earnings for the third quarter, with profits falling to $0.75 million ($0.09 per share) from $1.05 million ($0.13 per share) in the same period last year.
Revenue Drop: The company's revenue also declined by 3.0%, totaling $7.83 million compared to $8.07 million in the previous year.
Cryo-Cell International Insider Activity: Chairman and Co-CEO David Portnoy purchased 42,900 shares of CCEL at $4.43 each, totaling $189,986, and is currently up 6.1% based on recent trading highs.
Arrow Financial Insider Activity: CFO Penko Krassimir Ivanov bought 5,000 shares of AROW at $29.10 each for a total of $145,499, with previous investments totaling $391,248 at an average of $29.14 per share.
Dividend Announcement: Cryo-Cell International, Inc. has approved a reduced quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share due to the current economic environment, with payment expected on May 30, 2025.
Company Overview: Founded in 1989, Cryo-Cell is the first private cord blood bank and has provided services to over 500,000 parents globally, while also partnering with Duke University for public banking initiatives.

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Financial Performance: Cryo-Cell International reported a revenue increase to $32.0 million for fiscal 2024, with a net income of $402,000, contrasting with a net loss of $9.5 million in the previous year due to significant impairments.
Company Overview and Future Outlook: Founded in 1989, Cryo-Cell is a leading private cord blood bank that has expanded its services and partnerships, including a collaboration with Duke University, while anticipating higher legal expenses in fiscal 2025.
Fiscal Year 2024 Revenue: Cryo-Cell (CCEL) reported a revenue of $32 million for FY24, slightly up from $31.3 million the previous year, with Chairman David Portnoy noting impacts from investments related to the Duke License Agreement and anticipated higher legal expenses in FY25.
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