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MondayJul 28, 2008 8:46 am

SIRIUS Satellite Radio (SIRI) Reports Increases in Revenue, Backed by Strong Partnership Agreements and Subscriber Surge

Mega-media company SIRIUS Satellite Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) offers 65 channels of music, sports, news, talk, entertainment, traffic, weather and data. The company has established partnerships with the NFL and NASCAR, operates through SIRIUS Internet Radio and SIRIUS Backseat TV, and has a line of SIRIUS products for a variety of motor vehicles. The company today announced preliminary second quarter 2008 financial results, posting increases across the board. Stemming from the success of the company’s diversified offerings, SIRIUS posted a 25-percent increase in revenue to $283 million; total subscribers in excess of 8.9 million; and a 70-percent decrease in its adjusted…

MondayJul 28, 2008 8:38 am

Jamba Inc. (JMBA) is Making Healthy Drinks

Jamba Inc. knows that - if we are what we eat and drink - then we better eat and drink healthy. To them it's all in the healthy ingredients and the numerous combinations of these healthy ingredients. Today, the company sells an assortment of blended-to-order fruit smoothies, squeezed-to-order juices, blended beverages, and healthy snacks. With headquarters in Emeryville, California, they trade on the NASDAQ. A holding company, Jamba Inc. operates through their wholly-owned subsidiary, Jamba Juice Company, which owns and operates Jamba Juice® stores. Founded in 1990, the company, as of April 22, 2008, had 726 stores. Of these stores,…

MondayJul 28, 2008 8:36 am

Valcent Products Inc. (VCTPF.OB) Sees Profitable Results in Vertical Vegetable Growing Modules

Many pundits and business people are very prolific in their communication about making environmental solutions profitable. Others, on the other hand, quietly go about solving the issues. In today’s sudden realization that the world is running out of natural resources, business is beginning to get the upper hand on the technology that may solve some issues. Small steps at first, to be sure, but if the right company can be found and nurtured, a remarkable profit will surely grow. Valcent Products Inc., an environmentally directed, end-use products developer, works to develop and commercialize environmental products with practical solutions for social…

MondayJul 28, 2008 8:26 am

Beacon Equity Research Featured Company: PlayBOX Inc. (PYBX.OB)

PlayBOX Inc. (PYBX.OB) is a growing global media entertainment distribution company that offers a wide variety of distribution channels for new music artists and small-to-medium sized record labels. PlayBOX is aggressively growing its traditional (retail) and non-traditional (digital, online and mobile) distribution channels so independent artists can reach their waiting public even more quickly and easily, while staying at the forefront of emerging trends in distribution. Through a series of strategic mergers and acquisitions, PlayBOX aspires to become a world leader in the distribution and marketing of global entertainment media, with a strategic focus on delivering digital media through PC's,…

MondayJul 28, 2008 6:49 am

BIO-key International, Inc. (BKYI.OB) Reports Second Quarter Profit on Strong Sequential Revenue Growth

BIO-key International, Inc. (BKYI.OB), a developer of advanced identification solutions, including finger-based biometric technology, announced today a surge in revenue growth and an operating profit for the second quarter. Revenues rose to $3.6 million, a sequential increase of 41% from the first quarter and nearly triple last year’s $1.3 million. Net income was $168,000 vs. a loss in the first quarter of $915,000. The company cited increased demand and sales in the Biometrics division for gross margins that topped 88%. "We are very pleased to report our first quarter of corporate profitability as well as record quarterly revenues generated by…

MondayJul 28, 2008 6:35 am

Yellow Pages Company Signs on to Use MyECheck Inc. (MYEC.OB) Software

MyECheck Inc. (MYEC.OB) announced that it has entered into an agreement with Superior Business Network, the parent company of Yellow Pages, which retains the largest online directories for U.S. businesses. MyECheck will provide its unique suite of electronic check processing services to the online directory and advertiser. Superior Business Network clients will be able to utilize their checking accounts as an additional option for online payments. The patented software designed by MyECheck has the ability to debit any U.S. checking account, which even ACH processing is unable to do. This added option for payments will allow more consumers and businesses…

MondayJul 28, 2008 6:01 am

Piper Jaffray Companies (PJC) Providing Investment Banking Services

Founded in 1895, Piper Jaffray Companies (PJC) is a middle-market investment bank and institutional securities firm. The company trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and is part of the Asset Management industry in the Financial sector. The company's principal operating subsidiary is Piper Jaffray & Co. The company has approximately 1,200 employees. Their corporate headquarters are in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They also have a European office in London, England, and an Asian office in Hong Kong. In total, worldwide, the Piper Jaffray Companies have 28 offices. Their first quarter 2008 revenue was $95.7M, and their total stockholders' equity is…

MondayJul 28, 2008 5:53 am

Wind Energy America Inc. (WNEA.OB) Acquires Revenue Producing Wind Energy Assets of Boreal Energy Inc.

The popularity of sustainable energy is a driving force behind several new energy markets working to find footing in an energy-starved world. If it sounds like a viable renewable energy source, investors climb right on in hopes of scoring it big. What many investors may miss, however, is that the markets with the most potential have already found their footing and are quickly moving to consolidate early positions for the longer term. Generally, the dew is off the rose in many markets and ready for a second round of growth. An investor that can find a company making the leap…

MondayJul 28, 2008 5:26 am

Let 3S Bio Inc. (SSRX) Business Embellish Your Financial Planning

Though China is full of exciting business opportunities, health for people presents the most durable prospect. The large population, growing quality-of-life expectations, and pollution effects all contribute in large measures to bludgeoning and relatively price-insensitive demands for modern medicines. International criticism of quality standards in parts of China finds most serious expressions in healthcare. The Beijing government is seized by the problem, and collaborates with international regulators to try and improve matters. The setting is just right for efficient Chinese pharmaceutical producers. This stock is strongly positioned for the healthcare business situation in China. It offers superior stock investment opportunities…

MondayJul 28, 2008 5:23 am

Strike a Qualitative: Quantitative Balance for Planning and Control That Works – Better Business Basics Bulletin

The first half of 2008 has created a crunch on all resources. The market struggles to climb out of a trough that has persisted for more than six months. New opportunities to enrich stocks compete for attention with mature operations that need revival. Time is in most demand. It is tempting to skip critical reviews of the most recent quarter. Why not just look ahead and try to make up for disappointing business results? There is much to lose if efforts are not made to assess performance at the micro level in these most trying macro circumstances. Statutory reporting numbers…

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