WednesdayAug 26, 2009 2:00 pm

Emerging Market for Pharma

The shape of the global market for pharmaceuticals is undergoing a rapid change. As recently as 2006, more than half of the market growth was in the United States. This data comes from IMS Health, a consultancy which is a leading provider of pharmaceutical trends. However, the necessity for the pharmaceutical industry to develop new markets is urgent. The latest forecasts from IMS Health suggests that global sales in the industry will grow by just 2.5 – 3.5 percent this year, the smallest expansion it has ever recorded. The United States – which still accounts for two-fifths of all revenues…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 12:36 pm

Silvercorp Metals Inc. (SVM) Posts Dividend, Looks to Continue Expansion in China

When it comes to efficiency, there is no better example than a mining company. Move the stone and dirt efficiently, get the product out of the ground, smelt and then sell for a nice tidy profit. Outside of finding the metals a company desires, this is mining. Providing commodity prices cooperate, a mining company that can do this well is a company that will turn a profit. Silvercorp Metals Inc., a silver, gold and lead mining company, works to acquire, develop and exploit mining opportunities primarily in the Peoples Republic of China. The company is a Vancouver, Canada based organization.…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 12:17 pm

Unifi Inc. (UFI) Readies for the Thread and Yarn Bounce

Perception is a funny thing. An investor can have a certain market perception and dismiss an investment out-of-hand. The issue being missed in this instance is that there are aspects of that investment which may actually be profitable, especially in times of turmoil. Generally, this is because as the turmoil subsides, these products are the ones that profit first. In the apparel marketplace, threads and fibres may just be one of those materials. Unifi Inc., together with its subsidiaries, produces and markets a series of multifilament polyester and nylon yarns. The company operates in two segments. The polyester segment, where…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 12:11 pm

Intellicheck Mobilisa, Inc. (IDN) Receives Marine Corps Authority to Operate for Defense ID

Intellicheck Mobilisa Inc. is a technology company that develops and markets wireless technology and identity systems for various applications including mobile and handheld wireless devices for the commercial, government and military markets. One of the company's products is the Defense ID system, an advanced ID card access control product currently protecting over 70 federal and military locations. Intellicheck Mobilisa has received a US Marine Corps-wide “authority to operate”, or ATO, for its Defense ID product. While Defense ID has been in use at several Marine Corps bases across the country, the award of this system-wide certification now allows for procurement…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 9:58 am

Concurrent Computer Corp. (CCUR) Reports Good Quarter To End Fiscal Year

Concurrent Computer Corp. reported fiscal fourth quarter net income of $245,000, or $0.03 per share. This was significantly better than the loss of $1.01 million, or ($0.12) per share, in the same quarter of 2008. Concurrent Computer Corporation’s achievement is even more surprising given that revenues were reported as $15.9 million, a decline of $1.7 million year over year. The company did this by cutting its cost of sales and operating expenses by $3.3 million. Dan Mondor, the CEO of Concurrent said, "In fiscal year 2009, we lowered our revenue breakeven point, established more efficient operations and improved cash management.…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 9:54 am

Helix Wind Corp. (HLXW.OB) Inks Deal to Offer Financing of Small Wind Turbines

Helix Wind Corp. is a global renewable energy firm. The company is engaged in the design, manufacturing and sale of small wind vertical axis turbines designed to generate 300W, 1kW, 2.0kW, 4.0kW, and 50kW of clean, renewable electricity. Helix Wind recently announced that it has established a joint venture with Atoll Financial Group to develop products and financing mechanisms for individuals, small businesses and commercial users. The company's distributors will also be offered short-term and trade finance to help in the distribution of Helix Wind's small wind turbines. The benefit for individuals and small businesses is a smaller cash outlay…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 9:30 am

IR BioSciences Holdings, Inc. (IRBS.OB) Subsidiary Explores Possibility of Partnership with Archimedes Development Ltd.

ImmuneRegen BioSciences, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of IR BioSciences Holdings, Inc., announced this morning that it has executed a Material Transfer Agreement (MTA) with Archimedes Development Limited. This collaboration enables the companies to identify possible synergies between their technology platforms. "Multiple studies in different model systems have shown that Homspera can protect experimental animals and enhance their immune responses to vaccine-delivered antigens, DNA-encoded viral proteins or tumor antigens, as well as provide protection in our anthrax and influenza therapeutic studies," stated Hal Siegel, Ph.D., ImmuneRegen's Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer. He continued, "In addition to these findings in…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 8:57 am

Dana Resources (DANR.OB) Plans Major Production Program for Collota Gold Deposit

Dana Resources is a precious and base metals exploration company that has been gaining momentum of late. While things have been looking up for the young company, Dana Resources took a major step towards enhancing their financial future when they announced the initiation of the production program at its Collota gold deposit in Northern Peru. Currently, Dana Resources owns and operates seven mining projects which are located in Peru’s most prolific mining regions. The company has a plan in place to produce gold for sale by 2012 under the proposed model which will permit all zones to commence shortly. As…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 8:54 am

Willdan Group, Inc. (WLDN) Awarded $67 Million Contract by Con Edison

Willdan Group, Inc., a provider of outsourced and consulting services to public agencies located primarily in California and other western states, recently announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Willdan Energy Solutions, was awarded a $67 million contract by Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc., (Con Edison), a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE: ED). Under the terms of the contract, designed by Con Edison to help the State of New York achieve its energy and greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals, Willdan Energy Solutions will implement Con Edison’s new energy efficiency program for small business customers. This program will offer small…

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WednesdayAug 26, 2009 8:43 am

Manas Petroleum Corp. (MNAP.OB) Led by a Highly Experienced Management Team

Director and CEO Mr. Erik Herlyn is a mechanical and production engineer with extensive experience in the finance and hydrocarbon industries. Serving in several managerial positions for large International Business Consulting firms such as KPMG, BearingPoint and Capgemini, his specialization lies in a process optimization method which he developed over many years using synergies from various industries. Mr. Herlyn plays a critical role in managing the global office operations of Manas as well as the process of acquiring licenses. CFO Ari Muljana is a Master of Science in Computer Science with a major in Financial Statement Analysis and Artificial Intelligence.…

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