General Automotive Co. (GNAU.OB) Recognizes Increase in Operating Margins, Significantly Reduces Net Loss
Today, General Automotive Company, a North American provider of aftermarket parts and advanced technology for the automotive industry, announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009. The company recognized year-over-year improvements in most profitability metrics in the first quarter. Gross margin improved 5.5 percentage points to 14.0% of revenue in the first quarter from 8.5% of revenue in the same quarter last year due to increased efficiencies in purchasing practices and product sourcing at its OE Source business. Operating expenses were also reduced, lowering total expenses to $501,800 from $589,600. As a result of improved gross…