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Research Frontiers Incorporated is projected to rise to $0.676 by 2027, a +23% move from its current price of $0.5508. REFR is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/12/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13 | $0.53 | $0.551 | $0.5728 | +0.03% |
| Jul 14 | $0.5217 | $0.5511 | $0.5823 | +0.06% |
| Jul 15 | $0.5154 | $0.5513 | $0.5897 | +0.09% |
| Jul 16 | $0.5102 | $0.5515 | $0.5961 | +0.13% |
| Jul 17 | $0.5057 | $0.5517 | $0.6018 | +0.16% |
| Jul 18 | $0.5017 | $0.5518 | $0.607 | +0.19% |
| Jul 19 | $0.498 | $0.552 | $0.6118 | +0.22% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $0.498 | $0.552 | $0.6118 | +0.22% |
| Week 2 | $0.4783 | $0.5532 | $0.6398 | +0.44% |
| Week 3 | $0.4639 | $0.5544 | $0.6626 | +0.66% |
| Week 4 | $0.4523 | $0.5556 | $0.6826 | +0.88% |
| Week 5 | $0.4424 | $0.5569 | $0.7009 | +1.10% |
| Week 6 | $0.4338 | $0.5581 | $0.718 | +1.32% |
| Week 7 | $0.426 | $0.5593 | $0.7343 | +1.54% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Research Frontiers Incorporated develops and licenses SPD-Smart light-control technology that regulates the flow of light in a variety of products. The SPD-Smart technology is licensed to companies that manufacture and market the SPD-Smart chemical emulsion, light-control film made from the emulsion, the light-control panels laminated from the film, and electronics to power end-products incorporating the film, as well as lamination services for those end-products. Its technology serves architectural, automotive, marine, and aerospace and appliance applications, including windows, sunshades, skylights, interior partitions, automotive windows and sunroofs, eyewear products, museum display panels, and flat panel displays.
The company was incorporated in 1965 and is headquartered in Woodbury, New York. It is categorized in the Technology sector.
REFR is currently priced at $0.5507 per share, with a market cap of $19.2M and a rank of 4659. This places it among smaller-cap technology stocks with a niche light-control technology portfolio.
The near-term price outlook for 2026 shows an average price of $0.5507 with a neutral sentiment and 0% ROI. The 30-year forecast then outlines a bullish trajectory, with rising averages in subsequent years. For example, 2027 is forecast at an average of $0.7003 (ROI 27.2%, sentiment BULLISH) and 2029 at $0.8515 (ROI 54.6%, sentiment BULLISH).
Beyond 2026, the forecast projects ongoing upside: 2030 average $0.7656 (ROI 39%, sentiment BULLISH), 2040 average $1.35 (ROI 145.1%), and 2050 average $2.51 (ROI 355.6%), indicating substantial long-term upside while acknowledging uncertainty and the long-run nature of these estimates.
A major floor 43.7% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 12.9% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
The nearest ceiling, 39.8% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 85.2% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key REFR support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of REFR market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $0.54 | Buy | $0.5419 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $0.533 | Buy | $0.5523 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $0.59 | Sell | $0.5907 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $0.7098 | Sell | $0.6971 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $0.8388 | Sell | $0.8447 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $1.19 | Sell | $1.06 | Sell |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 37.41 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 100.00 | Sell |
| CCI (20) | -46.78 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -50.00 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.00 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | -9.84 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.35 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 50.00 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | -1.24 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -0.12 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 57.27 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -0.07 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -64.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 0.54 | Buy |
| ADX (14) | 35.69 | Sell |
| ATR (14) | 0.02 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture shows BEARISH sentiment with RSI14 at 30. The price is trading below the SMA50 of $0.7786 and the SMA200 of $1.22, with a nearby support at $0.48 and resistance at $0.80.
The 30-day range spans from $0.4066 to $0.7458, reflecting meaningful intraday volatility. The annualized volatility stands at 90%, underscoring the risk and variability in near-term trading.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.48 | $0.5508 | $0.7365 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $0.517 | $0.676 | $0.9466 | +23% | Bullish | |
| $0.5858 | $0.7985 | $1.18 | +45% | Bullish | |
| $0.5667 | $0.80 | $1.22 | +45% | Bullish | |
| $0.5204 | $0.7579 | $1.20 | +38% | Bullish | |
| $0.5164 | $0.774 | $1.26 | +41% | Bullish | |
| $0.4898 | $0.7542 | $1.26 | +37% | Bullish | |
| $0.5318 | $0.8401 | $1.43 | +53% | Bullish | |
| $0.6241 | $1.01 | $1.75 | +83% | Bullish | |
| $0.6604 | $1.09 | $1.94 | +99% | Bullish | |
| $0.6901 | $1.28 | $2.45 | +132% | Bullish | |
| $1.05 | $2.34 | $5.01 | +325% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $0.48 | $0.5508 | $0.6481 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $0.4523 | $0.5399 | $0.6662 | -1.98% |
| September 2026 | $0.47 | $0.5667 | $0.7102 | +4.97% |
| October 2026 | $0.4604 | $0.56 | $0.711 | -1.18% |
| November 2026 | $0.4418 | $0.5414 | $0.6949 | -3.32% |
| December 2026 | $0.4605 | $0.5682 | $0.7365 | +4.95% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month REFR forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
The REFR price prediction for 2026 points to an average of $0.5508 (low $0.48, high $0.7365) — a potential gain of 0% on today's $0.5508. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2027, REFR is projected to trade between $0.517 and $0.9466, averaging $0.676 — a potential gain of +23% from today's $0.5508. That is up +23% on the projected 2026 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Research Frontiers Incorporated's 2028 outlook centres on $0.7985, within a $0.5858 to $1.18 range. That is up +18% on the projected 2027 average. That marks a +45% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2029, REFR could reach as high as $1.22, with a base case around $0.80 and support toward $0.5667 — roughly +45% from $0.5508. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect REFR to range from $0.5204 to $1.20 through 2030. The $0.7579 average target implies a +38% move from current prices. That is -5% versus the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The REFR price prediction for 2031 points to an average of $0.774 (low $0.5164, high $1.26) — a potential gain of +41% on today's $0.5508. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2032, REFR is projected to trade between $0.4898 and $1.26, averaging $0.7542 — a potential gain of +37% from today's $0.5508. That is -3% versus the projected 2031 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Research Frontiers Incorporated's 2033 outlook centres on $0.8401, within a $0.5318 to $1.43 range. That is up +11% on the projected 2032 average. That marks a +53% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2034, REFR could reach as high as $1.75, with a base case around $1.01 and support toward $0.6241 — roughly +83% from $0.5508. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect REFR to range from $0.6604 to $1.94 through 2035. The $1.09 average target implies a +99% move from current prices. That is up +8% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The REFR price prediction for 2040 points to an average of $1.28 (low $0.6901, high $2.45) — a potential gain of +132% on today's $0.5508. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2050, REFR is projected to trade between $1.05 and $5.01, averaging $2.34 — a potential gain of +325% from today's $0.5508. That is up +83% on the projected 2040 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in REFR today (≈ 1,815.541031 REFR) could be worth
$4,247.08
+$3,247.08 (+325%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected REFR price of $2.34 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in REFRwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in REFR on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 628.930804 REFR) would be worth
$346.42
-$653.58 (-65.4%) today · 0.35× · US Dollar
Based on a REFR entry price of $1.59 vs. today's $0.5508.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $0.55 | $1,001.45 | +0.1% |
| 1 month ago | $0.73 | $754.52 | -24.5% |
| 3 months ago | $0.96 | $573.75 | -42.6% |
| 6 months ago | $1.28 | $430.31 | -57.0% |
| 1 year ago | $1.59 | $346.42 | -65.4% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $2.31 | $238.44 | -76.2% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our REFR forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $1.10 around 2040.
Implied market cap at $1.10: $38.35M
The multi-year forecast indicates a bullish trajectory for REFR over the longer horizon. The average price rises through the forecast years, with notable milestones such as 2030 averaging $0.7656 (ROI 39) and 2040 averaging $1.35 (ROI 145.1), followed by 2050 averaging $2.51 (ROI 355.6).
In the nearer long run, 2027 (avg $0.7003, ROI 27.2) and 2028 (avg $0.8361, ROI 51.8) show continued upside, while 2029 (avg $0.8515, ROI 54.6) maintains a bullish stance. The forecasts reflect a bullish sentiment across many years, but these figures are estimates and not guarantees, with the high volatility noted in the near term (annualized volatility 90%).
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2030 forecast: min $0.4994, avg $0.7656, max $1.27; ROI 39%; sentiment BULLISH.
Forecasts show a bullish trajectory across several years after 2026, with increasing averages and a path toward higher values (e.g., 2027 avg $0.7003, 2040 avg $1.35, 2050 avg $2.51). These are estimates, not guarantees, and should be considered with caution.
Yes, the forecast shows multiple years with max values above $1, including 2027 max $1.01 and 2028 max $1.28, 2029 max $1.36, 2030 max $1.27, 2040 max $2.77, and 2050 max $5.77.
Current price is $0.5507. The 30-day range is from $0.4066 to $0.7458.
Market cap is $19.2M and the rank is 4659.
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