LITTLE ELM, Texas (AP) _ Retractable Technologies Inc. (RVP) on Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $8.6 million.

On a per-share basis, the Little Elm, Texas-based company said it had profit of 33 cents.

The syringe and medical products maker posted revenue of $27.1 million in the period.

Retractable Technologies shares have increased sixfold since the beginning of the year. The stock has increased sevenfold in the last 12 months.

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