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MondayNov 24, 2008 10:07 am

FFW Corp. (FFWC.OB) Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend, Increases Amount 4.76%

FFW Corp. announced today that it has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 for each common stock held. The dividend will be distributed to shareholders on December 31, 2008 if they are on record December 12, 2008. This quarter’s dividend is 4.76% greater than last year’s same quarter dividend of $0.21 per share. According to the press release, the book value of the company was $18.31 per share as of the end of last month. Shares are currently trading at $11, presenting investors with an undervalued investment opportunity. As of October 31, 2008, FFW Corp. has assets of $315.5…

MondayNov 24, 2008 9:41 am

Caterpillar Sends Active Power, Inc. (ACPW) Two Multimillion Dollar Orders

Today, Active Power announced that it received two new orders from its OEM partner Caterpillar. The first order is for ten 900 kVA UPS (uninterruptible power supply) systems, anticipated to be delivered in the first quarter of next year. The second order is for six 900 kVA systems which will be delivered in the next five weeks. Jim Clishem, president and CEO of Active Power, stated, “We are pleased to see the continued market momentum our OEM partner is experiencing, which is evidenced by the selection of Caterpillar for these large system deployments. These two orders exemplify the confidence the…

MondayNov 24, 2008 8:54 am

Tri-Star Holdings Inc. (TSHL.PK) Makes the News with Wickenburg Mine Operations

Tri-Star Holdings, Inc. is an up and coming diversified holding company that is targeting developing and undervalued technologies with massive potential for return and increased shareholder value. Based out of Florida, Tri-Star is operating in two principal industries through its medical and noble & precious mining divisions. The company's primary goal is to continue to develop its diversified operations while acquiring further asset-based companies that are either generating revenues or have proven assets with the potential for large profit margins. Lately, the company’s precious mining divisions have taken center stage at Tri-Star and have gained the company national recognition. On…

MondayNov 24, 2008 8:49 am

FutureFuel Inc. (FTFL.OB) Grants Special Dividend, Foresees Biodiesel and Specialty Chemicals Expansion as Markets Permit

The quiet ones are always the ones to watch when times get tough. These companies go about their business, quietly achieving business target after business target, regardless of what may be happening in the larger economy. This is not to suggest that the larger economy does not affect these companies, but it does suggest that, if they have been following solid business principles for a company of their size, they may be less exposed and ready for solid expansion when opportunity presents itself. Finding companies like this is a solid way to be positioned for expansionary times. FutureFuel Inc., a…

MondayNov 24, 2008 7:03 am

US Geothermal, Inc. (AMEX:HTM): Geothermal is Another Viable Source of Renewable Energy

Geothermal energy is classified as a renewable source of electricity, and is considered to be a clean, environmentally friendly, sustainable method of power generation. As of August of this year, nearly 4,000 MW of new geothermal power plant capacity was under development in the United States. Geothermal energy offers several benefits. A geothermal power plant does not burn fuel, and energy production is clean and renewable. Because it is a base load source, geothermal plants are able to run 24 hours a day, every day with no emissions. With rising demand for energy and a need to develop domestic resources…

MondayNov 24, 2008 6:29 am

UFC Fighter Marcus “Maximus” Aurelio Backs up Changing Times Vitamins, Inc. (SGTB.PK) RecoveryX

Last month, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Marcus Aurelio agreed to be a spokes person for RecoveryX, Changing Times Vitamins’ energy/sports drink that contains a clinically tested algae extract which has been shown to reduce swelling/ inflammation and may support a compromised immune system. In the press release announcing the partnership, Aurelio stated, “I’ve been using RecoveryX, and it has been great in my training.” He joins baseball superstar Manny Ramirez and World Strongman Competitor Kevin Knee in the RecoveryX camp, to which he said, “I’m happy to be part of the RecoveryX Team.” RecoveryX is made from a variation…

MondayNov 24, 2008 5:56 am

Adding Stability in Volatile Times

The share of Americans who reported feeling very confident that they will be able to afford a comfortable retirement fell to 18% this year, down from 27% in 2007. The last time that a mere 18% of American workers felt very confident in their retirement outlooks was in 1993. Given current economic and market conditions, this type of sentiment is not surprising. Although financial markets routinely endure bouts with volatility, not all portfolios react the same way to volatile conditions. Individuals with shorter time horizons or low risk tolerances need to be more wary than the average accumulator. One strategy…

MondayNov 24, 2008 5:53 am

Will Going Green Grow Green?

If it hasn’t happened already, you will inevitably become aware of investment opportunities based on goals and principles that might be environmentally friendly, community-focused, or faith-based. In fact, about one out of every nine dollars under professional management in the United States is already invested according to socially screened criteria. There are two key questions to ask yourself when considering how this rising tide could affect your portfolio. The first starts with your long-term outlook. Does It Fit? It’s not uncommon for socially screened investments to tug at your heart strings. However, it may be risky to give your feelings…

MondayNov 24, 2008 5:45 am

Performance Health Technologies, Inc. (PFMH.OB) CEO Takes Time for Interview

Recently, we had a chance to sit down with Performance Health Technologies (PFMH.OB) CEO Robert Prunetti. Appointed as President and CEO of Performance on March 15th, 2006, Prunetti reengineered the company, launching new marketing and product development strategies and eventually taking the company public. While a leader in the boardroom, Prunetti is also a standout citizen. In 2003, Prunetti was named citizen of the year by the Greater Mercer County, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. One of the main reasons for this recognition was Prunetti’s hard work and dedication with the Mercer County Open Space Trust Fund, which protected literally…

MondayNov 24, 2008 5:27 am

Simtrol, Inc. (SMRL.OB) Visitor Software Offers a Whole New Way to Manage Jail Visitations

Simtrol Visitor is a software-based video visitation system that allows visitors to connect with inmates. The software records and monitors all activities and manages jail visitation. Visitor can be deployed by itself or be integrated with Simtrol’s other criminal justice products. Visitor offers several key benefits such as better safety since the visitors are safely separated from prisoners, enhanced productivity because there is no need for movement in and out of secure areas, zero chance of contraband, the ability to record evidence, and greater access as visitors can visit from remote locations outside of the jail facility. The platform is…

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