What's Going On With VivoPower Stock?

VivoPower International PLC VVPR shares continue trading higher Wednesday after the stock gained more than 300% Tuesday. Here's a look at what's going on.

The Details:

The company announced on Wednesday its board of directors has authorized a capital management strategy including a stock buyback program to repurchase up to $5 million of the company’s outstanding common stock. 

The stock shot up more than 300% on Tuesday after VivoPower announced its Tembo subsidiary will merge with Cactus Acquisition Corp. 1 Limited CCTS with an estimated closing date in August 2024.

VivoPower shares are moving on heavy trading volume Wednesday. According to data from Benzinga Pro, more than 30 million shares have already been traded in the session, compared to the stock’s 100-day average of 1.965 million shares.

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Should I Sell My VVPR Stock?

Whether to sell or hold a stock largely depends on an investor's strategy and risk tolerance. Swing traders may sell an outperforming stock to lock in a capital gain, while long-term investors might ride out the turbulence in anticipation of further share price growth.

Similarly, traders willing to minimize losses may sell a stock that falls a certain percentage, while long-term investors may see this as an opportunity to buy more shares at a discounted price.

Shares of Vivopower International have gained 120.19% year to date. This compares to the average annual return of -61.34%, meaning the stock has outperformed its historical averages. Investors can compare a stock's movement to its historical performance to gauge whether this is a normal movement or a potential trading opportunity.

Investors may also consider market dynamics. The Relative Strength Index can be used to indicate whether a stock is overbought or oversold. Vivopower’s stock currently has an RSI of 97.76, indicating overbought conditions.

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VVPR Price Action: According to Benzinga Pro, VivoPower International shares are up 38% at $8.16 at the time of publication Wednesday.

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