Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P. Reduces Stake in Perception Capital Corp II

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On August 17, 2023, Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P. made a significant move in the stock market by reducing its stake in Perception Capital Corp II (PCCT, Financial). The firm sold 160,000 shares at a trading price of $11.05, resulting in a trade change of -66.86%. This transaction had a -0.08% impact on Owl Creek's portfolio, leaving the firm with a total of 79,323 shares in PCCT. The current position of PCCT in Owl Creek's portfolio stands at 0.04%, while Owl Creek's holdings represent 1.01% of PCCT's total shares.

About Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P.

Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P., based at 640 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, is a renowned investment firm with a diverse portfolio. The firm currently holds 149 stocks, with a total equity of $2.11 billion. Its top holdings include Anterix Inc (ATEX, Financial), Bank of America Corp (BAC, Financial), PG&E Corp (PCG, Financial), Uber Technologies Inc (UBER, Financial), and Constellation Energy Corp (CEG, Financial). The firm's investment philosophy is primarily focused on the Financial Services and Communication Services sectors. 1694046998585409536.png

Perception Capital Corp II: A Brief Overview

Perception Capital Corp II (PCCT, Financial), a US-based blank check company, made its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on December 20, 2021. The company currently has a market capitalization of $86.062 million and a stock price of $10.99. Since its IPO, the stock has gained 11.91%, and 7.01% year-to-date. However, the company's PE percentage stands at 0.00, indicating that it is currently at a loss. The GF Value of the stock is also 0.00, suggesting that the stock's intrinsic value cannot be evaluated at this time. 1694046977676804096.png

Stock Performance and Financial Health

PCCT's financial performance and health are reflected in its GF Score of 22/100, indicating poor future performance potential. The company's Financial Strength is ranked 6/10, while its Profitability Rank and Growth Rank stand at 2/10 and 0/10, respectively. The company's Piotroski F-Score is 4, and its Altman Z score is 0.00, indicating financial distress. The company's cash to debt ratio is 0.05, ranking it 580th in the industry.

Industry Overview and Stock Momentum

PCCT operates in the Diversified Financial Services industry. The company's interest coverage is 10000.00, ranking it first in the industry. However, its ROE and ROA are -2.36 and -2.19, respectively, ranking it 485th and 496th in the industry. The company's RSI 14 Day stands at 11.85, and its momentum index for 6 - 1 month is 7.07, ranking it 122nd.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Owl Creek Asset Management, L.P.'s recent transaction has slightly reduced its exposure to PCCT. Despite the company's poor financial performance and health, its industry position and momentum indicate potential for future growth. This transaction provides valuable insights for value investors, highlighting the importance of comprehensive analysis in making investment decisions. As of August 22, 2023, all data and rankings are accurate and based on the provided relative data.

Disclosures

I/We may personally own shares in some of the companies mentioned above. However, those positions are not material to either the company or to my/our portfolios.