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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…

MondayNov 24, 2008 5:04 am

Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (HYBR.OB) Unveils the World’s Ultimate Electric Super Car Exclusively at Sam’s Club®

Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (HYBR.OB), an emerging technology company that focuses on the development and marketing of lithium-powered vehicles and products, as well as commercial and residential properties, recently announced that the company will unveil the world’s ultimate electric Super Car exclusively at Sam’s Club®, the members only warehouse division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. The company’s exotic electric Super Car delivers high-speed performance without burning a drop of fuel. The eye-catching Super Car is capable of reaching over 150 mph miles per hour and accelerates from zero 60 mph in less than five seconds. In addition, the Super Car offers an…

FridayNov 21, 2008 10:31 am

EMCORE Corporation (EMKR) and XinAo Announce First Deployment of Terrestrial Power System in China

EMCORE Corporation (Nasdaq: EMKR) provides semiconductor-based components and subsystems for the broadband, fiber-optic, satellite and terrestrial solar power markets. The company today released an update regarding its collaborative efforts with XinAo Group, one of China’s largest energy companies. EMCORE, with XinAo, announced the first deployment of a concentrator photovolataics (CPV) system in China. Per specifications of earlier agreement between EMCORE and XinAo, the 50 kilowatt test and evaluation system is in operation and producing power. EMCORE's CPV systems are powered by high-efficiency compound semiconductor-based multi-junction solar cells. The company is focused on developing a “next-generation” system design, called the Generation…

FridayNov 21, 2008 10:12 am

Unilens Vision, Inc. (UVICF.OB) Reports Record Sales & Earnings

Unilens Vision, Inc., Florida-based provider of specialty contact lens products, reported record first quarter FY2009 sales of $1,761,526, along with record first quarter net income of $466,367, representing increases of 5.3% and 23.6% respectively from the same quarter last year, the result of continued growth of the company’s C-Vue® brand of specialty contact lenses. Sales of licensed products by company licensee Bausch & Lomb continued to increase, resulting in double-digit royalty income growth. Quarterly royalty income increased 16.4% over last year to a record $713,397. Unilens CEO, Michael J. Pecora, commented on the strong performance, as well as on the…

FridayNov 21, 2008 9:09 am

Solar Power Inc. (SOPW.OB) Sees Franchise Operations Gaining Traction, Cradle to Grave Solar Power Installation and Service the Coming Wave

At some particular point, a newer market begins to settle into its own pace. Customers begin to become comfortable with a product or service and expect what they have always expected from an everyday product or service, value and service of that product. In many ways, this is where investors can make the big score. Others have done the heavy lifting, enabling the wise investor to invest more safely and with a solid expectation of steady revenue. Finding a company that is nearing this point of investment is the trick. Solar Power Inc., a solar power module manufacturer, assembler, installer…

FridayNov 21, 2008 8:09 am

Converted Organics Inc (COIN) Falls More than 15%, Holds Support Line

Converted Organics Inc. is one of the few stocks that have brought enormous returns to shareholders in the current market conditions. In August the stock consolidated around $3.10 only to explode and reach $7.83 on news that the company will supply seven of Gro Group’s major distributers that service as many as 15,000 lawn and garden retailers. The stock price didn’t hold that level however and quickly returned to the previous consolidation level. Shortly after that bounce, another took form that reached $6.47. As with the last run-up, the stock didn’t hold the higher price level and is now back…

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