MondayApr 14, 2008 2:17 pm

Senate Approves the Clean Energy Tax Stimulus Act of 2008 Supporting Wind and Solar Companies

The U.S. Senate announced it has approved legislation renewing the incentives which encourage the implementation of wind and solar energy projects. The Clean Energy Tax Stimulus Act 2008 was passed in large part by bi-partisan support in an 88 to 8 vote. The wind and solar industry lobbied for months to renew the tax credits which helped to stimulate record growth in both industries over the past five years. The American Wind Energy Association's Gregory Westone said, “With 116,000 jobs and $19 billion in clean energy investment at risk from the looming expiration of renewable energy tax credits, and the…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 2:14 pm

International Energy, Inc. (IENI.OB) Appoints Rakesh Shankar, PhD to Scientific Advisory Board

International Energy, Inc., a leading-edge technology company focused on producing biofuels derived directly from the photosynthesis of green microalgae, announced the appointment of Rakesh Shankar, PhD, a noted environmental author, energy sector expert, negotiator and diplomat, to the company’s Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Shankar holds a Bachelor’s degree in science, Masters in philosophy, and a PhD in Environmental Legislation and Policy Formulation. Dr. Rakesh Shankar’s career extends over more than 20 years of service as a diplomat in the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Canada, as well as appointment as India’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Afterward he…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 2:11 pm

Amish Naturals, Inc. (AMNT.OB) Launches Snack Line with 100% All-Natural Chewy Granola Bars

Amish Naturals, Inc, an organic pasta producer that manufactures and distributes organic and natural pastas, condiments and bakery products, announced it has launched a snack line including four varieties of 100 percent all-natural Chewy Granola Bars. This line will be available nationwide in the month of May at grocery stores in two fiber-rich varieties. David Skinner, Sr., President and CEO of Amish Naturals commented, “Our entry into the $1.8 billion snack bar market is an inherent extension of the Amish Naturals’ Hi-Fiber Initiative and our mission to provide natural, premium food products that not only taste great, but are truly…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 11:00 am

Poseidis, Inc. (PSED.PK) is “One to Watch”

In beautiful rural France, far away from any metropolitan or industrial regions, you will find the Saint Trolier Mineral Spring. For over 600 years, it has been recognized as one of France's most desirable sources of high-value, naturally sparkling mineral water. In 2003, through its Montespan subsidiary, Poseidis, Inc. acquired the official rights to exploit 70 million liters (the equivalent of 18.5 million gallons) per year from this historic spring. The quality of the resulting product has been extensively tested and approved by the French Ministry of Health. Saint Trolier represents just one of Poseidis' active interests, which also include…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 9:53 am

myPhotopipe.com, Inc. (MPPC.PK) Supports Department of Homeland Security Initiative

myPhotopipe.com, a web-based online provider of digital photo processing, has joined forces with the Department of Homeland Security to launch a new initiative. The new initiative, introduced by the Department of Homeland Security on its fifth anniversary, is known as, "One Team, One Mission." The program will honor all of the many responders throughout the world that together execute the mission of Homeland Security, including myPhotopipe.com, which is the exclusive provider of photographic prints to the department. myPhotopipe.com is doing their part to support the initiative by revamping DHS photo templates to include the special 5th Year Anniversary logo and…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 9:48 am

AtheroGenics Inc. (AGIX) Announces Clinical Trial Results for Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

AtheroGenics Inc. (NASDAQ: AGIX) today announced its “topline” results from an interim analysis of its ANDES Phase 3 clinical trial of AGI-1067, for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes, administered once daily for the duration of six months. According to the press release, the primary efficacy endpoint is changed in hemoglobin A1c (A1c) from baseline compared to placebo in patients with Type 2 diabetes. For three months, 806 patients took part in the study, showing dose-related, statistically significant reductions in A1c. For patients receiving 150 mg, 75 mg and a placebo, arms were 0.5 percent, 0.3 percent, and 0.1 percent,…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 6:47 am

AtheroGenics, Inc. (AGIX) CMO Encouraged By Early Results

AtheroGenics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGIX), a pharmaceutical company focused on the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases, released news earlier this morning on a planned interim analysis of its ongoing ANDES Phase 3 clinical trial of AGI-1067 for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. The on-going study of 806 patients who completed three months in the study showed dose-related, statistically significant reductions in A1c. Final results are expected later on this year. “The ANDES trial is ongoing and we must await final data before drawing firm conclusions," commented Alexander Fleming, M.D., acting Chief Medical Officer. "We are encouraged by these early results,…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 3:49 am

Business Definition Guides Monaco Coach Corp. (MNC) Stock Value

Technically, this stock is part of the Mobile Homes & RVs Industry in the Capital Goods Sector. Such a narrow stock market business definition is misleading for investors in this case. The stock shows its inherent value when we consider it as a service provider of better-value vacations. The company has creatively focused on Florida, California, and Nevada. This places its products in the heartland of resorts and the outdoors. The management has developed a broad range of offerings to meet most customer needs. The company has vehicles which can be towed, as well as motor coaches. It also has…

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MondayApr 14, 2008 3:46 am

Mattson Technology Inc. (MTSN) – A Small Capital Gateway to the Semiconductors Industry

This stock has traded at the end of the second week of April 2008 at just $5.70. The Price to Earnings Ratio is below 11. Though institutions have firm grips on 95% of the stock, it is worth entering to whatever extent possible. The Semiconductors Industry has a sound, long-term future. The company recently received a major order from Asia to mark its entry in to the lucrative dielectric etching market. The company has an April 2008 market capitalization of less than $300 million. However, it is a giant and a leader in terms of its core technological competence. The…

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FridayApr 11, 2008 6:57 pm

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM.OB) Announces New Dividend Policy; Shares Shed 5.5%

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM.OB), the largest poultry-egg producer in the United States, announced that the company will commence its new variable rate dividend policy for the third quarter of 2008. With record high egg prices, the company is pleased with the results from the third quarter of fiscal 2007. Demand for eggs remains elevated in both the retail and food service segments. In addition, demand for egg shells, used to produce liquid, frozen and dried egg products, has also been strong. Even with the higher prices, eggs still represent a good value to the consumer compared with other foods. However,…

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