Yunhong CTI Ltd. Announces approximately 40% Year-over-Year increase in Candy Blossom Product Orders for Valentine's Day 2021

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Yunhong CTI Ltd. (NASDAQ:CTIB) reported a 40% year-over-year increase in orders for its Candy Blossom products for Valentine’s Day 2021, indicating strong demand and product reliability. CFO Jennifer Connerty highlighted that this holiday is crucial for setting the financial tone for the year. COO Jana M. Schwan expressed optimism for upcoming seasonal events like Mother’s Day and Graduation, despite pandemic-related uncertainties. The company aims to strengthen its position as a preferred supplier for national retailers while exploring growth opportunities in target markets.

Positive

• 40% increase in Candy Blossom orders year-over-year.
• Valentine's Day is expected to set a strong financial tone for 2021.
• Positive outlook for growth during Mother's Day and other upcoming seasonal events.

Negative

• Economic uncertainties due to the COVID-19 pandemic may impact operations.

LAKE BARRINGTON, IL / ACCESSWIRE / November 18, 2020 / Yunhong CTI Ltd. (NASDAQ:CTIB) ("Yunhong CTI" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of custom film products, foil and latex novelty balloons, and flexible packaging products, announced that orders for its Candy Blossom products for Valentine's Day 2021have increased approximately 40% year over year.

"Our strong year over year growth in Candy Blossom orders reflects the underlying quality and reliability of our product offering, combined with our ability to quickly add production capacity to service this increased demand," said Jennifer Connerty, Chief Financial Officer of Yunhong CTI. "Valentine's Day is our single strongest seasonal holiday and typically sets the financial tone for the fiscal year, so we are excited to have such a strong finish for 2020 and an encouraging start for 2021."

"We are very pleased to see strong orders in the pipeline for this upcoming spring and expect to see increased sales for Mother's Day, Father's Day and Graduation in 2021," said Jana M. Schwan, Chief Operating Officer of Yunhong CTI. "Despite the economic uncertainties resulting from the pandemic, we remain steadfast in cementing our position as a supplier of choice for national retailers for many of our product categories. We see increased opportunity in our growing target markets and our team at Yunhong CTI is working relentlessly to deliver growth and to create value for our shareholders."

About Yunhong CTI Ltd.

Yunhong CTI Ltd. is one of the leading manufacturers and marketers of foil balloons and produces laminated and printed films for commercial uses. Yunhong CTI also distributes Candy Blossoms and other gift items and markets its products throughout the United States and in several other countries. For more information about our business, visit our corporate website at www.ctiindustries.com.

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SOURCE: Yunhong CTI Ltd.

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FAQ

What was the increase in Candy Blossom orders reported by Yunhong CTI on November 18, 2020?

Yunhong CTI reported a 40% year-over-year increase in Candy Blossom orders for Valentine’s Day 2021.

What season is critical for Yunhong CTI's financial performance?

Valentine's Day is described as the single strongest seasonal holiday for Yunhong CTI, setting the financial tone for the fiscal year.

What challenges does Yunhong CTI face according to the November 2020 press release?

Yunhong CTI mentioned economic uncertainties resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic as a potential challenge to its operations.

What are the upcoming events that Yunhong CTI expects strong sales from?

Yunhong CTI anticipates increased sales for Mother's Day, Father's Day, and Graduation in 2021.