NEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of McDermott International, Inc. (“McDermott” or the “Company”) (NYSE: MDR).  Such investors are advised to contact Robert S. Willoughby at rswilloughby@pomlaw.com or 888-476-6529, ext. 9980.

The investigation concerns whether McDermott and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

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On October 30, 2018, after the close of trading, McDermott reported financial results for third quarter 2018 that fell far below analysts’ estimates.  McDermott reported revenues of $2.29 billion, compared to midpoint estimates of $2.51 billion, and earnings per share of $0.20, versus midpoint estimates of $0.29.  McDermott also reported a $744 million change in the value of certain projects it had acquired from Chicago Bridge & Iron Company, and disclosed plans to sell McDermott’s storage tank business and its U.S. pipe fabrication business, advising investors that those businesses “are not core to the Company’s long-term strategic objectives.” 

Following this news, McDermott’s stock price fell $5.14 per share, or nearly 40%, to close at $7.73 per share on October 31, 2018.

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CONTACT: Robert S. Willoughby Pomerantz LLP rswilloughby@pomlaw.com 888-476-6529 ext. 9980