July 2008 - Page 48 of 52

ThursdayJul 03, 2008 7:17 am

Vitro, S.A. de C.V. (VTO) Sees the Glass Half-Full

Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V. is one of the world's leading glass producers. They operate two main divisions of their business; flat glass and glass containers. Founded in 1909 in Monterrey, Mexico, Vitro has their headquarters today in Garcia Garza, Mexico. They are part of the Packaging and Containers industry in the Consumer Goods sector and they trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). With a market capitalization of $587.94M, Vitro has facilities and distribution centers in North, Central, and South America, as well as Europe. The company establishes joint ventures with major partners and industry leaders that provide their…

ThursdayJul 03, 2008 7:12 am

Trinity Biotech PLC (TRIB) Diagnosing the Market and Innovating

With headquarters in Bray, Ireland, Trinity Biotech PLC is a company specializing in the development, manufacture, and marketing of clinical diagnostic test kits. Founded in 1992, the company lists on the NASDAQ with a current market capitalization of $73.49M. They market diagnostic systems, including reagents and instrumentation, for the point-of-care and clinical laboratory segments of the diagnostic market. Trinity's products find use in the healthcare industry to detect infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and sexually transmitted disease, as well as blood coagulation disorders. The company makes diagnostic test kits that find use in detecting diseases such as lupus, celiac, and rheumatoid…

ThursdayJul 03, 2008 3:41 am

Nathan’s Famous, Inc. (NATH) Announces Positive Year-End Earnings

Nathan’s Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) recently announced positive year-end earnings of $0.75 per share for the 53 weeks ending on March 30, 2008, an 11.7 percent year-over-year increase compared to $0.68 per share during the previous period. Total revenue from continuing operations jumped by 10.3 percent to $47.39 million during the same time period compared to $42.96 million during the previous 52 weeks. Nathan’s Famous products are currently distributed in 50 states, the District of Columbia and four foreign countries through the company’s restaurant system, Branded Product Program and retail licensing agreements. The Branded Product Program sells Nathan’s products at…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 2:54 pm

MegaMedia Group, Inc. (MMDA.OB) Going Back to the Roots of Radio

The entertainment industry may be growing so fast that it can't even keep up with itself. With the addition of satellite networks invading every area in which people can consume media and entertainment, one media company is going back to the roots of providing pure, quality entertainment. MegaMedia Group, Inc. is a multimedia entertainment company focused on offering original and newfound multimedia services. The company specializes in multiple areas of the entertainment industry with the help of its subsidiaries, which enable it to specialize in recording, music production and distribution, video production, radio broadcasting, and operating Pulse87 – a rhythmic,…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 1:37 pm

Heritage Explorations, Inc. (USRT.OB) Announces Name Change & New Direction

Effective June 26, 2008, Heritage Explorations Inc. has changed its name to USR Technology Inc. which reflects the new and exciting direction being undertaken by the company in the oil and gas services sector, specifically the provision of directional drilling services to international oil and gas companies, with emphasis on ultra-short radius, short radius and slim-hole applications. With the new name, the company also has a new trading symbol, "USRT", on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board. There have also been other changes as it relates to corporate officers and daily operations. Effective June 20th, 2008, John L. Ogden resigned as president…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 1:35 pm

Destination Television Inc. (DSTV.OB) Proven to Increase Sales by As Much As 60%

Destination Television Inc is a media production, promotion, and advertising company focusing primarily on the out-of-home digital signage industry in the United States. Destination Television currently broadcasts Bar TV, Gym TV and Hotel TV, airing first-run movie trailers and music videos while strategically injecting advertisements in between entertainment segments. The company has just announced the results of a Forrester research study that shows sales of advertisers have increased an astounding 15% to 60%. Digital advertising, like the products offered by Destination Television, is slowly phasing out printed advertisements and is thought to be the main source of advertisement in the…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 12:18 pm

Galaxy Nutritional Foods Inc. (GXYF.OB) Reports Net income of $1.3M

Galaxy Nutritional Foods Inc., started in 1980, is a developer and marketer of plant-based cheese alternatives, organic dairy and other organic and natural food products to grocery and natural foods retailers, mass merchandisers and foodservice accounts. Galaxy’s products are geared towards the vegetarian and vegan, although they appeal to the general health advocate as well, and are sold worldwide. Its US brands are Galaxy Veggieâ, Riceâ, Veganâ, and Vegan and Wholesome Valley Organicâ. Orlando-based Galaxy Foods, under pressure from cost increases in critical commodities, selectively raised prices, pursued cost savings in other areas, and emphasized non-casein products (casein is a…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 12:17 pm

Hydrogenics Corp. (HYGS) Takes Part of California’s Hydrogen Highway Initiative

Hydrogenics Corp’s goal is to serve global markets as the first profitable manufacturer of hydrogen and fuel cell systems. The company develops clean energy solutions, advancing the hydrogen economy by commercializing hydrogen and fuel cell products. Hydrogenics has two core product areas: onsite generation and power systems. Hydrogenics believes the way they have designed their fuel cell “stacks” provide a unique competitive advantage, even this early in the industry’s development. They cite their design as best-in-class based upon the following factors: “High efficiency and power density in an ambient pressure design, versatility for a range of applications, compact footprint, dynamic…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 12:09 pm

Dutton Associates Featured Company: Sinovac Biotech Ltd (AMEX: SVC)

Sinovac Biotech Ltd. (also known in China as Beijing Kexing Bioproducts) has a mission to supply vaccines to eliminate human diseases. The Chinese-based company specializes in the research, development, commercialization, and sales of human vaccines intended to treat infectious illnesses such as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, influenza and “SARS”. Working closely with Chinese public health officials, Sinovac focuses on manufacturing and marketing human-use vaccines and related products, and is currently marketing its hepatitis A vaccine. It is also the first and only company in the world to have been granted permission to begin clinical trials for a vaccine to prevent…

WednesdayJul 02, 2008 12:07 pm

Dutton Associates Featured Company: Sinobiomed Inc. (SOBM.OB)

Sinobiomed Inc. is a leading Chinese developer of genetically engineered recombinant protein drugs and vaccines. Based in Shanghai, Sinobiomed currently has 10 products approved or in development: three on the market, one awaiting approval, four in clinical trials and three in research and development. The company’s products treat a wide range of diseases and conditions, including malaria, hepatitis, surgical bleeding, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetic ulcers and burns, and blood cell regeneration. Sinobiomed explains its technology like this: “The process of discovering a new drug involves determining which proteins cause or contribute to problems in the body because they are lacking,…

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