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TuesdaySep 30, 2008 7:12 am

Oil prices fall in Asian Market after US Bailout Fails

The failure of the proposed $700 billion U.S. bailout bill on Monday has caused oil prices to fall to $95.55 a barrel in Asia on Tuesday. Crude prices scheduled for delivery in November decreased $0.81 in electronic trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange in Singapore. On Monday, oil prices dropped $10.52 in reaction to the U.S. economic situation. The day’s trading results were the largest percentage drop seen since 2001. In the last seven days, crude prices have plunged almost $25 per barrel, a 20% decrease. Even in London, November Brent crude was down to $93.42 a barrel, a…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 6:15 am

BioSolar Inc. (BSRC.OB) Discovers Technique to Reduce Cost of its Bio-Based Solar Cell

BioSolar Inc. (BSRC.OB) is a company that has developed a breakthrough technology to produce bio-based materials from renewable plant sources, such as cotton and castor beans, which in turn reduces the cost per watt of solar cells. Most of the solar industry is focused on photovoltaic efficiency to reduce costs. BioSolar is the first company to reduce costs of solar cells by replacing petroleum-based plastic solar cell components with durable bio-based components. Through the advanced manipulation of bio-based polymers, the company is able to produce robust, bio-based components that meet the stringent thermal and durability requirements of current solar cell…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 6:10 am

The Green Baron Report to Conduct Exclusive Webcast with New Axial Vector Energy Corp. (AXVC.PK) President and CEO

In this morning’s news, Axial Vector Energy Corp. announced that Sanjai Chhaunker, who was recently appointed president and CEO, will be featured in an exclusive, taped webcast interview. The purpose of the interview is to help current shareholders as well as the rest of the investment community learn more about the current and future potential of Axial Vector Energy. This interview marks the first public webcast with Mr. Chhaunker, who is now leading Axial Vector as president and CEO. Chhaunker has plans to discuss a number of issues, such as his company’s plans for the recently announced 15kw generator /motor,…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 5:15 am

Your Best Interest

When it comes to debt, people give themselves credit — lots and lots of credit. At the end of 2007, Americans owed $941.1 billion in credit-card debt. Successfully managing credit is crucial, but there are some arcane credit-card rules that may affect your balance, your interest rate, and even your credit score. The more you use, the more you lose: Your credit score is based in part on how much credit-card debt you have in relation to your credit limit. Experts recommend using no more than 10% of your available credit. Over 50% could actually reduce your credit score.…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 5:08 am

Performance Health Technologies, Inc. (PFMH.OB) Providing Alternative Rehabilitation Programs for Stroke Survivors

Performance Health Technologies, Inc. is a developer and marketer of performance evaluation and rehabilitation products that provide in-depth monitoring and guide exercises by using real-time motivational feedback. The company's versatile proprietary technology platform, MotionTrack™, tracks and monitors movement in real-time, providing instant visual feedback to the user. Performance Health has developed a revolutionary computer program called Core:Tx®. This computer program provides motivational, therapy-based activities that can be done in one’s home, eliminating numerous trips to the offices of a healthcare professional. By utilizing the patent-pending MotionTrack™ technology, users are guided through a series of pre-set exercises, which stroke survivors, for…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 4:47 am

NaiKun Wind Energy Group Inc. (NKW.V): Developing Wind Farms

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, NaiKun Wind Energy Group Inc. is planning a large scale offshore wind farm in the Hecate Strait off the northwest coast of British Columbia (B.C.), Canada. The company trades on the TSX Venture Exchange and is developing their project through wholly-owned subsidiary, NaiKun Wind Development Inc. NaiKun is proposing to construct and operate this wind farm in a 550-square-kilometer permit area within the Haida Energy Field. The Hecate Strait area is between the Queen Charlotte Islands and the B. C. mainland and has some of the most consistent and powerful winds in all of Canada.…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 4:25 am

Brite-Strike Tactical Illumination Products, Inc. (BSTI.PK) Reaches Agreement with I.E.M.E. International, Inc. for National Training Programs

This morning before the bell, Brite-Strike announced that it has inked an agreement with I.E.M.E. International, Inc. As terms of the agreement, I.E.M.E. will be the sole training organization for Brite-Strike’s line of illumination products. I.E.M.E. International, Inc. is a recognized leader in the field of education and training. The training institution’s background in EMS education, OSHA compliance training, rescue services standby-training and self defense training makes them a perfect fit for a successful company such as Brite-Strike. I.E.M.E. has trained law enforcement, fire/rescue, military, government agencies, hospital employees, and civilian groups from across the nation and abroad. They also offer…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 3:57 am

Cereplast, Inc. (CERP.OB) Supplies Bioplastic Resin for Non-Petroleum Based Products

Cereplast, Inc. (OTCBB: CERP) announced that they will begin supplying biodegradable resin for a new line of tableware by WNA, Inc. WNA recently launched the Earth Sense line of high-quality disposable plates and cutlery. They will be made with Cereplast's renewable and ecologically sound resin, made of such materials as corn, wheat, tapioca and potato starches. These substitute for petroleum-based plastics. “We are very pleased about working with WNA and with the growing demand and applications for our Compostables family of resins," said Frederic Scheer, Cereplast chairman and CEO. "This represents a multi-million pound (£) opportunity for our company. As…

TuesdaySep 30, 2008 3:54 am

American Vanguard Corp. (AVD): Profits on the Farm?

American Vanguard (AVD) is a maker of specialty chemical products for agricultural and commercial uses, primarily on American farms. The company manufactures and formulates chemicals for crops, human, and animal protection. These chemicals include insecticides, fungicides, molluscicides, growth regulators, and soil fumigants in liquid, powder, and granular forms. In addition, American Vanguard distributes various pharmaceutical and nutritional supplement products, as well as offers environmental consulting services. Earlier this month, the company declared a semiannual cash dividend of three cents per share. The dividend came on the heels of a five-cent a share dividend earlier this year, showing investors the company's…

MondaySep 29, 2008 7:10 pm

Bank of Marin Bancorp (BMRC): Bay Area Profits?

Bank of Marin (BMRC) is a bank holding company operating in Northern California. The company offers traditional banking services such as checking and savings accounts, direct deposit payroll, and certificates and loans to small and medium-sized businesses and non-profit organizations. Bank of Marin's loan portfolio is comprised of commercial and retail lending programs that include commercial loans and lines of credit, construction financing, consumer loans, home equity lines of credit, commercial real estate loans and credit cards, as well as reverse mortgages, leases, and 401K plan management through third-party vendors. Bank of Marin has been somewhat of an anomaly among…

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