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FridayAug 14, 2009 2:29 pm

Profiting From the New Chinese Consumerism

Despite the mis-informed opinions that flow from some on Wall Street, China is becoming less and less dependent on exports to the U.S. More demand for products is coming from China itself. Recent shipping container points to this change. A year ago there were only 56 tons of Chinese imports for every 100 tons of Chinese exports. One year later, this figure has grown to 80 tons of Chinese imports for every 100 tons of Chinese exports. This is a dramatic change for just one year. Retail sales also support the idea that the Chinese consumer is beginning to spend.…

FridayAug 14, 2009 2:25 pm

Xplore Technologies Corp. (XLRT.OB) Significantly Reduces OPEX and Cash Burn

Xplore Technologies Corp. develops, manufactures, markets and sells award-winning rugged tablet PCs. The company's mobile wireless PC computing systems allow users to receive, collect, analyze and transmit information in a variety of environments not suited for traditional non-rugged computing devices. The company's end-users are in markets that include utility, logistics, public safety, delivery and transportation, military and homeland security. Xplore has announced today its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2009. Revenues came in at $4,994,000 as compared to $4,451,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 12%. The increase in revenue was attributed to…

FridayAug 14, 2009 2:15 pm

Axial Vector Energy Corp. (AXVC.PK) Joint Venture Partner Awarded International Patents

Axial Vector Energy Corp. is a global solutions provider that owns, develops, invests in and licenses revolutionary technologies in areas such as energy. In the energy area, the company has entered into a joint venture with Petrosonics LLC called PETRO-AVEC. The joint venture is owned 60% by Petrosonics and 40% by Axial Vector Energy. The company's PETRO-AVEC joint venture was setup to develop, finance and market Petrosonics’ sulfur removal technology which can be used in refineries around the world. The process removes sulfur from all types of crude oil fractions through sonic energy, oxidation and the removal of all of…

FridayAug 14, 2009 2:12 pm

MediaNet Group Technologies Inc. (MEDG.OB) Enters into Merger Agreement with the DubLi Companies

MediaNet Group Technologies Inc., through its BSP rewards division, has developed the largest online mall and affinity program platform. The company generates product purchases from over 1,000 participating mall merchants, including the nation's largest retailers, as well as from gift cards and a large discount catalog. Some of the participating retailers include: Walmart, Target, Sears, Best Buy and Macy's. MediaNet Group Technologies recently announced that it has entered into a definite merger agreement with CG Holdings Ltd., a privately-held, European-based holding company for the DubLi companies. DubLi is a worldwide online trading firm composed of two very unique and individual…

FridayAug 14, 2009 2:09 pm

American TonerServ Corp.’s (ASVP.OB) “Momentum” Swings Company to Solid Q2 Revenues

American TonerServ Corp. is a leading marketer of various printing supplies and services, targeting small- and medium-sized businesses. The company recently announced strong second-quarter financials, reaffirming its competitive position in the $6.0 billion printer supplies and services industry. "We are very pleased to report record numbers this quarter, with revenues growing more than 166% over last year's second quarter," Chuck Machem, CEO of American TonerServ stated in the press release. "As evidence of the company's momentum, second quarter revenues were 15% above those of the preceding first quarter." Revenue for the three-month period ended June 30, 2009 was $7.4 million,…

FridayAug 14, 2009 2:08 pm

Vitro Diagnostics Inc. (VODG.OB) Introduces New Medium for Human Stem Cells, Eliminates Risk of Contamination

Vitro Diagnostics Inc. owns various U.S. patents for production of the fertility drug FSH, immortalization of cells, and adult stem cells. The company recently announced the newest addition to its current product lineup, a new serum-free stem cell growth medium. According to the press release, the new product is a serum-free and animal component-free medium. The product is optimized for human stem-cell growth, and eliminates the risk of exposure to contamination from serum or animal components. Adult stem cells are usually derived from bone marrow, umbilical cord blood, or peripheral blood, which then must be purified to maximize therapeutic benefits.…

FridayAug 14, 2009 1:28 pm

QuoteMedia, Inc. (QMCI.OB) Announces Continued Revenue Growth

QuoteMedia, Inc., a leading provider of market data and financial applications, announced its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2009. According to the press release, second quarter revenue rose from $1,724,396 to $1,836,736, a 7% increase, year-over-year. Revenue for the six month period ended June 30, 2009 increased 10% to $3,747,560 from the $3,412,071 reported for the same period a year earlier. “As expected, the global recession has continued to affect QuoteMedia's revenue growth, which remained relatively flat during the second quarter of 2009, and we anticipate that the weakened economy will result in moderated…

FridayAug 14, 2009 1:25 pm

J.C. Penney Co., Inc. (JCP) Breaks Even for Second Quarter

J.C. Penney Co., Inc., an operator of a network of department stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, recently announced results for the second quarter of 2009. The company posted a smaller-than-expected net loss this week, due to cost reductions, but management is cautious that full-year results might miss expectations. During the second quarter ended August 1, 2009, J.C. Penney reported a net loss of $1 million, or nil per share, compared with a year-earlier profit of $117 million, or 52 cents per share. Analysts predicted a loss of 1 cent per share, according to Reuters Estimates. During the…

FridayAug 14, 2009 1:04 pm

Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (LTUS.OB) Doubles Net Income in Second Quarter

Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. reported Q2 2009 net income of $4.8 million, or $0.10 per share. The company earned $ 2.2 million, or $0.05 per share, in the second quarter of 2008. Revenues totaled $13.6 million, down sharply from the $19.4 million reported in the second quarter of 2008. Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was able to accomplish a doubling in net income despite the revenue drop due to increased margins. Gross margin ending the quarter was 57.9%. The company cut operating expenses by 63% on a year over year basis. Dr. Zhongyi Liu, the CEO of Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., said, "We are…

FridayAug 14, 2009 12:59 pm

Optical Systems, Inc. (OPSY.PK) is “One to Watch”

Optical Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of software and services for the automotive retail industry. The Company develops technology and services designed to maximize productivity and increase profits at auto dealerships. They do this through their operating subsidiary, Automotive Software Designers, Inc. Optical Systems, Inc. trades on the Pink Sheets, and they have their headquarters in Houston, Texas. The Company's flagship technology solution, Save-a-Deal, is a turnkey customer relationship management (CRM) tool for auto dealerships. Their business development center (BDC) provides a variety of services designed to help auto dealerships drive traffic to their showroom or Website, retain customers,…

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