FutureFuel Corp. (NYSE:FF) has recently released its quarterly earnings report, revealing strong performance. The energy company reported a second consecutive quarter of excellent results, with net income increasing to $22.3 million, or $0.51 per diluted share. Following the news, the stock has rebounded +22%, which is an indication of the company's positive trajectory.
Though the report was encouraging, investors should take note that commodity stock such as FutureFuel (NYSE:FF) are usually riskier than mid-cap and large-cap stock. As such, investors should do their due diligence before investing, as past performance is not a guarantee of future results. However, some of the company's small-cap picks have paid out handsomely over the last year based on their strong performance.
FutureFuel (NYSE:FF) is a manufacturer of diversified chemicals and biofuels. The company's products are used for a variety of applications, ranging from energy to agricultural products. The company's custom and performance chemicals are used in a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial and consumer products. The company's biofuels are used for energy production, transportation and agricultural purposes.