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BGP - Borders Bookstore goes Twilight

DRanieri — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:01:56 GMT

Borders Bookstore is promoting an absolute smorgasbord of "Twilight Saga" offerings this spring for vampire fans everywhere. From a collector's edition of the DVD with more than 90 minutes of never-before-seen content, to hot Twilight-themed merchandise including clothes and jewelry and everything in between...

FEED - Revenues Go Hog Wild

DRanieri — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:16:00 GMT

AgFeed Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FEED), one of the largest independent hog production and animal nutrient companies in China, today announced record levels of revenue in both of its operating units: hog production and animal nutrition.

Financial Highlights for 2009...

3 Small Cap Pre-Lunch Market Movers (EDAP, MGH, RFMI)

DRanieri — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:44:58 GMT

EDAP TMS SA. (NASDAQ: EDAP) is trading at $3.79 up $1.27 or 51% at a volume of 1.5M\

The company announced today that the Japanese Administration has granted marketing approval of its newly designed, high-end Sonolith I-Sys lithotripsy device...

Reed’s Buys Jones Soda

Editors Desk — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:44:00 GMT

Struggling soft drink maker Jones Soda Co (NASDAQ: JSDA) signed a letter of intent to be acquired by Reed's Inc (NASDAQ: REED) in a cash-and-stock deal worth about $9.7 million, the companies said on Tuesday...

ETRM - Investors Buzz at IDE Forecast?

John Rummo — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:51:48 GMT

After browsing the Nano Cap index for a short while, I noticed the heavy volume EnteroMedics is experiencing.ETRM is trading at $.66 up .08 or 15% at a volume of 2.6 million, more than double their average.

FREE - Misses Estimates, Still Well Postioned

DRanieri — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:30:58 GMT

FreeSeas Inc. (Nasdaq: FREE), a transporter of dry-bulk cargoes through the ownership and operation of a fleet of eight Handysize vessels and two Handymax vessels, announced today financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009.

The company missed the consensus estimates for net income; however, its revenues were in line with estimates.
Below are a few financial highlights...

PEIX – Pacific Ethanol to Satisfy $34.7 Million in Debt

John Rummo — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:57:00 GMT

In early trading today PEIX was experiencing heavy volume, popping to just over 2.05 after the Alternative energy company announced that it had entered into an agreement with the holders of their debt (Lyles United LLC) and Socius CG II ltd. Socius had previously purchased 5 million of the debt and is now agreeing to purchase the final balance in increments of $5.0 million

3 Pre-Lunch Market Movers (CTIC, SEED, XRTX)

DRanieri — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Cell Therapeutics Inc (NASDAQ: CTIC) is trading at $1.21 up $0.31 or 35% at volume of 17M

Today the company announced that the U.S. FDA has completed its inspection of the facility at NerPharMa (a pharmaceutical manufacturing company belonging to Nerviano Medical Sciences Srl, in Nerviano, Italy), which manufactures the CTI's drug pixantrone and has found the site in compliance and acceptable for continued manufacturing of the drug product...

JMBA – Jamba Juice debuts Catering Service

John Rummo — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:11:40 GMT

Early this morning Jamba Juice announced the debut of its Goodness to Go catering program which will offer health conscious food ready to order for any event. The program is in a “soft opening” stage and is available at 500 Jamba Juice locations. Food choices include wraps, sandwiches and salads as well as all the regular smoothing and teas. JMBA is also beginning a School Lunch Program that will allow schools to purchase and sell Jamba Juice beverages.

PARD - Poniard Pharmaceuticals Looking for Approval/Partners

John Rummo — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:32:26 GMT

PARD - Poniard Pharmaceuticals which specializes in developing oncology therapies, reported its Fourth Quarter Results at 8:30am today. Their main focus on the call was a cancer fighting drug known as Picoplatin, which is in phase 2 for prostate cancer and colorectal cancer; and phase three for small cell lung cancer.

4 Things To Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:39:48 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: Stocks were higher across Asia. The Nikkei led the way with a gain of two percent and the Hang Seng was up almost as much, while Australia and Shanghai added 0.8% and 0.7% respectively. European indexes are mixed with the Dax and Footsie essentially unchanged at the moment. US stock futures are up a fraction as I write.

GMO - Strategic Relationship for Moly

DRanieri — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:11:13 GMT

General Moly (AMEX: GMO),a development stage company engaged in the business of exploration, development and mining of properties primarily containing molybdenum announced a breakthrough investment and strategic relationship with Hanlong Mining Investment Inc.

Transaction Highlights...

3 Pre-Lunch Market Movers (GLRP, SNT, RCNI)

DRanieri — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:17:58 GMT

Glen Rose Petroleum Corp (NASDAQ: GLRP) is trading at $1.39 up $1.14 or 446%.

This huge jump in stock price comes after news of the close on a funding totaling $4,350,000 from Iroquois Capital Opportunity Fund (ICO). The transaction consists of $3,350,000 in secured convertible notes and warrants and $1,000,000 for the purchase of an undivided 12.5% working interest...

LUNA - Putting the Litigation Behind Them

John Rummo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:24:00 GMT

Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA), a company focusing on sensing, instrumentation and nanotechnology, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009.

2009 was an overall tough year for LUNA, most of this was due to the litigation it faced with Hansen Medical and the Chapter 11 filing for re-structuring. However...

NRG - Expands Green-Tech Portfolio

John Rummo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:31:36 GMT

Today NRG Energy signed a letter of intent to purchase a wind farm in Sweetwater, Texas. The farm has a 101 megawatt capacity and is equipped with 44 Siemens 2.3 MW wind turbines. At maximum capacity, the farm can power up to 80,000 homes.

Unemployment Rate at 9.7%

John Rummo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:58:00 GMT

The February reading of the Unemployment Rate is 9.7%. This was expected to be up one tenth on the month to 9.8%

5 Things to Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:49:04 GMT

Stocks were higher across Asia today. The Nikkei gained more than two percent, the Hang Seng added one percent and Shanghai and Australia were up a fraction. European indexes are also up on the day, with the Footsie and Dax both higher by about 0.6%. US stock futures are up by a third to a half percent as I write.

DAVE - Famous Dave's Posts Improving Quarter 4

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:44:00 GMT

The shrinkage of the consumer dollar has forced restaurants, retailers and advertisers to consolidate their workforce and promote their products to new clients. Famous Dave’s is no exception. The quarter four results are no surprise, with the barbecue franchise having a very slow 2008, and beginning of 2009 followed by some strong results illustrating an economic recovery.

3 Pre Lunch Small Cap Market Movers (CNAM, ILI, ZUMZ)

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:35:00 GMT

CNAM - China Armco Metals is trading up 1.66 or 31% after announcing to supply 230,000 tons of scrap steel to a large Chinese Steel Producer. This announcement confirms that the contract will allow CNAM to sell all 1 million metric tons produced at its new recycling facility, valued at ($400 million) this year.

REED - Reed's Strikes Retail Relationship with AWG

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:16:53 GMT

AWG recorded sales of 6.9 billion in 2009 and serves over 1900 retail member stores as well as 600 affiliated stores. Associated Wholesale also operates eight distribution centers delivering to 24 states. The distribution deal will encompass: Reed's Extra, Premium, Original, Raspberry, Cherry & Spiced Apple Ginger Brews; and Virgil's Root Beer, Cream Soda, Black Cherry Cream Soda, Diet Root Beer, Diet Cream Soda & Diet Black Cherry Cream Soda.

CMLS - Cumulus Media Incorporated, Staying Efficient and Afloat

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:55:00 GMT

Cumulus Media Inc acquires, operates and develops commercial radio stations in mid-size markets across the United States. They generate most of their revenue from advertising solutions which are trending with the rest of the economy.

Jobless Claims Beat Estimates

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:52:00 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: The weekly report on Initial Jobless Claims was just as expected at 469k for the week ended February 27. The previous week was revised higher by 2k to 498k. The Continuing Claims fell 134k to 4.5 million for the week ended February 20. The federal extended and emergency benefits programs increased 197k to
5.865 million for the week ended February 13.

5 Things to Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:36:50 GMT

Stocks were generally weak in Asia overnight. The Nikkei lost one percent, the Hang Seng dropped 1.4% and Shanghai was off about 2.4%; one of the few to show a gain was Australia which added a third of a percent. European indexes generally had a rough morning but are recovering on the session, with the Footsie and Dax both down by just a fraction. US stock futures are unchanged as I write.

MRT - Mortons Has a Rough Year, Releases 2010 Guidance

John Rummo — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:32:44 GMT

As with any and all restaurants, 2009 was the company’s most challenging year. The general metrics have all decreased, but CEO stated that he was pleased to see a modest increase in comparable revenue starting in December of 2009 and trending into this year.

VirnetX (AMEX:VHC) $6.93 $275M (MarketCap)

Editors Desk — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:57:00 GMT

VirnetX (AMEX:VHC) $6.93 $275M (MarketCap)

Key Trial to Take Place Monday: MSFT Takes the Stand..stock rallies in anticipation

On March 8th VirnetX will be going to trial against software giant, Microsoft in the U.S. District Court for Eastern Texas under the premise of patent infringement. VirtnetX has claimed violations against two of its patents which are deeply embedded into Microsoft’s software code, specifically Virtual Private Networking security infrastructure. The patents are said to establish ultra-secure connections which would bar any eavesdropping within the framework of a VPN. The case has come at a very opportune time for cyber security as a whole, which has reached its tipping point, as outlined by the Cyber Security Research and Development Act.

5 Things You Need To Know About the Beige Book Report

John Rummo — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:21:44 GMT

The economy is moving in the right direction, says the Beige Book; "Report from the twelve Federal Reserve Districts indicated that while economic activity remains at a low level, conditions have improved modestly further, and those improvements are broader geographically then in the last report." Ten districts said activity was up and conditions had improved, up from the eight districts that said that was so in the previous Beige Book. But the report was generally muted in its praise and some key areas have not joined in with the overall improvement.

FLDR - 4th Quarter Winner

DRanieri — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:58:51 GMT

Flanders Corporation (OTCQX: FLDR), designer, manufacturer, marketer and distributor of air filters and related products, today announced 4th quarter and 2009 year-end financial results. The company beat the estimates and the investors have acted accordingly, the stock is trading at $3.45 up $0.27 or 8.5%.

Financial Highlights...

LOJN - Diversification is Key

DRanieri — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:06:00 GMT

LoJack Corporation (Nasdaq: LOJN),a global provider of technology products and services for the tracking and recovery of stolen mobile assets reported 4th quarter and year end 2009 results.

Highlights...

3 Pre Lunch Small Cap Market LOSERS (MDVN, VISN, CT)

John Rummo — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:04:36 GMT

MDVN – Medivation Inc is trading at $13.04, down 27.21 or 67% after their drug to fight Alzheimer’s failed in its first late-stage clinical trial. The drug was named Dimebon and showed no effect in treating decline in cognitive skills or behavior problems. Investors were surprised at the drug’s ineffectiveness after a small trial where the drug had shown some positive results.

3 Pre Lunch Small Cap market Movers (SWWC, UFP, AMCF)

John Rummo — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:44:59 GMT

SWWC - Southwest Water is up 3.45 or 48% at a volume just under 3 million after signing an agreement to be acquired by Long-Term Infrastructure Investor Group. The agreement for the merger is for $275 million in cash or $11.00 a share. The buyout price represents a 56% premium to SWWC’s closing price yesterday.

6 Things To Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:07:29 GMT

Stocks in Asia were generally higher on the session, but the moves were relatively small. Shanghai and Australia both showed a gain of about three quarters of a percent and the Nikkei was up one third of a percent; the Hang Seng was one exception as it lost a fraction. European indexes are currently trading a fraction lower and so too are US stock futures.

KCP - Kenneth Cole Posts Earnings, Ready for Profitability

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:11:37 GMT

Kenneth Cole broadcasted its fourth Core conference call at market close today after announcing its exclusive sportswear line with Macy’s. Although the numbers do not show an increase in Kenneth Cole’s business, they were in line with guidance and show room for improvement.

F - Ford Releases Sales Numbers, Beats GM

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:51:33 GMT

Ford reports that February total vehicle sales were up 43.1% from a year earlier, which topped GM monthly sales for the first time since 1998. This was expected to be +30%.

GM - Early GM Numbers

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:47:36 GMT

GM reports that in February their total vehicle sales were up 11.5% versus year ago levels. This was expected to be up by 24%.

Although GM's is improving somewhat, Toyota's recent demise has not been enough to keep General Motor Corporation Even with Wall Street Expectations

3 Pre Lunch Small Cap market Movers (CRXX, QCOR, SQNM)

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:23:00 GMT

CRXX – Combinatorx is trading at 1.46 up .35 or 31% at a volume of 4.5 million
At the top of the market movers list today is CombinatoRxx whose drug allplication for Exalgo has been approved for release by the FDA. The Exalgo drug is a form of Hydromorphone HCI extended release tablets which manage pain. $40 Million in royalties will be received from Covidien based on the approval.

KCP - Kenneth Cole Launches Exclusive Line in Macy’s Stores

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:32:41 GMT

(KCP - NYSE - 12.02 - 217M MarketCap) In preparation for their fourth quarter conference call broadcast at 4:30, Kenneth Cole has announced that it will be releasing its sportswear line through 150 Macy’s retail locations and the online store. The deal will eventually encompass 550 stores in total.

5 Things To Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:47:42 GMT

Stocks were mixed in Asian trade. The Nikkei was up a half percent and Australia gained a third; But the Hang Seng fell 0.7% and Shanghai lost a half percent. European indexes are generally higher, but are being buffeted a series of conflicting stories on the chances of a Greece bailout. Currently the Footsie and Dax are up by about 0.65% on the session. US stock futures are trading up by more than a half percent as I write.

3 Pre-Lunch Market Movers (UPI, SPCHA, WAVX)

DRanieri — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:14:22 GMT

Uroplasty Inc. (AMEX: UPI) is trading at $1.99 up $0.27 or 16% at a volume of 84k

Today the company highlighted results of the SUmiT Trial of its Urgent(R) PC Neuromodulation System. The pivotal SUmiT Trial was a 220-patient, multicenter, randomized, controlled, double-blind study. Patients and investigators reported statistically significant over active bladder symptom improvement...

OTIV - Buying Back Shares or Spending Cash

Ronald Russo — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:15:00 GMT

On Track Innovations Ltd. (NASDAQ: OTIV), a global leader in contact-less microprocessor-based smart card solutions for homeland security, payments, petroleum payments and other applications...

RST - Rosetta Stone Earnings Explode

Ronald Russo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:14:00 GMT

Rosetta Stone Inc. (NYSE:RST) A leading provider of technology-based language learning solutions, today reported record revenues and earnings for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009, and announced plans to release the next generation of its award-winning language-learning solution...

BEE - Some Honey for BEE in 2010

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:20:00 GMT

trategic Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: BEE), who owns and asset manages upper upscale and luxury hotels that are subject to long-term management contracts reported results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009.

The company once again faced a tough quarter dealing with continued losses, on the bright side...

MPET – Investors Buzzing about Magellan Petroleum Company

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:16:57 GMT

Today Magellan Petroleum Corporation popped up on the World Market Media market movers list. After further review I decided it was time to take a closer look at this Main based Oil company to see what investors are buzzing about.

ABTL – Out of Neutral and Into Drive

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:59:00 GMT

Autobytel Inc. (Nasdaq:ABTL) a leader in providing online consumer leads and marketing resources to auto dealers and manufacturers, announced yesterday its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009.

Overall the company made some great progress from what was a crimpling 2008...

3 Pre Lunch Small cap Market Movers (CKR, MPET,SOMX)

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:50:00 GMT

CKE restaurants is up 2.27 or 26% trading at $11 after announcing that they were being acquired by Thomas H. Lee Partners. THL will acquire CKE for approximately $928 million, including the assumption of approximately $309 million of net debt. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2010, subject to approval by CKE shareholders, regulatory approval, and other customary closing conditions.

AIG - Loses 8.9 Billion

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:27:00 GMT

NEW YORK (Reuters) - American International Group Inc (AIG - News) reported a quarterly loss of $8.9 billion on Friday, hurt by charges related to U.S. loan payback, asset divestments and higher loss reserves.

AIG, in a regulatory filing, warned that it may need additional U.S. government support, as it did last fall. But it also said it will have adequate liquidity to "finance and operate AIG's businesses and continue as a going concern for at least the next twelve months."

IWEB - IceWeb Strikes Massive Storage Deal With Gas Company

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:12:00 GMT

Today, Virginia based IceWeb announced that it would be building a 24 terabyte cloud storage network for an unnamed interstate gas transmission and storage company

Quarter 4 GDP Figures

John Rummo — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:50:25 GMT

The first revision of Q4 GDP is +5.9% This was expected to be unchanged from the initial report at +5.7%. Q4 Personal Consumption is +1.7%. This was expected to be unchanged at +2.0%.

7 Things to Read Before Trading Today

Jared Wallace — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:43:00 GMT

Stocks generally closed higher in Asia. Although Shanghai lost a fraction, the Hang Seng and Australia both gained about one percent and the Nikkei was up a fraction. The same for Europe, with the Dax and Footsie both showing a gain of about two thirds of a percent. US stock futures are essentially unchanged as I write.

SNAK - Inventure Group Beats Economic Odds

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:43:00 GMT

Against all economic odds, Phoenix based Inventure Group reported growth in year over year and quarterly revenue as well as net income. Inventure group makes specialty snack brands, hence the stock symbol for licensed brands such as Boulder Canyon Natural Foods, Rader Farms, T.G.I. Friday’s, Burger King, Jamba, Poore Brothers, Tato Skins and Bob’s Texas Style

GOLF - Missing the Fairway

Editors Desk — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:59:00 GMT

As with any retailer Golfsmith International Holdings has had a rough year. If you really want to track how well the economy is doing, see how the retailers and the restaurants’ are fairing. The song and dance is the same, decline over the last two years followed by a slow climb back to normality.

TDSC - 3D Systems Triumphs Despite Harsh Economic Conditions

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:58:25 GMT

3D Systems incorporated provides 3-D printing, Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing systems and parts solution. Their main focus is to reduce design and create parts directly from digital input. As the title says TDSC had a very good quarter and overall year across its systems, materials and service sectors.

Bernake Speaks at Senate Banking Committee

Harry Powell — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:02:07 GMT

Bernake Speaks at the Senate Banking Committee. Jobless Claims come out higher than expected

MSSR - Struggling in 2009, Hoping to Excel in 2010

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:44:44 GMT

Quarterly conference calls for restaurants have been bleak as of lately. The same old story of economic headwinds holds true for Mcormick and Schmick’s Sea Food Restaraunts for fourth quarter results. For any hospitality group it is important to keep providing incentives and marketing to customers in order to stay afloat until the economy can recover.

MALL - Pricing Pressures on PC Mall

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:56:00 GMT

PC Mall Incorporated is a direct marketer of technology products, services and solutions to businesses as well as consumers. They utilize retail websites as well as 4 full color catalogs: PC Mall, MacMall, PC Mall Gov and SARCOM.

ICLK - 2010 is the Year of Data, especially for Interclick

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:49:00 GMT

CEO Michael Matthews stated that “2010 is the year of data”. It is just up to firms to understand how this data can be transformed into operational tools for the delivery of revenue. Interclick is an online ad network that combines behavioral targeting with site by site transparency. The Company transforms third party data into the delivery of specifically targeted ads to relevant audiences.

5 Things to Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:35:41 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: Stocks were again mixed in Asia; Shanghai added 1.3%, but the Nikkei and Australia both lost one percent or so and the Hang Seng fell one third of a percent. European indexes are generally lower; the Footsie is down a third percent and the Dax is off by a fraction. US stock futures are currently lower by a half to two thirds of a percent.

CBLI - Dirty Bomb Fighter

Editors Desk — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:32:00 GMT

CBLI (Nasdaq) Cleveland BioLabs $4.86 100M (MarketCap)

World Market Media had an opportunity to speak with the company today . Cleveland BioLabs works closely with several government agencies developing drugs fast tracked through the FDA which protect the human body from Nuclear Radiation fallout. This counter measure drug is a watershed development in the race to prepare for terrorist actions…and CBLI is focusing product line at a dirty bomb attacks with a homegrown remedy. It’s a cool story from an interesting group in the Bio-Tech Sector.

VOCL - Earnings Speak for Themselves

DRanieri — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:43:20 GMT

VocalTec Communications Ltd. (Nasdaq: VOCL), a global provider of VoIP and convergence solutions for communication service providers, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009...

Bernake Speaks

John Rummo — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:22:11 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien:
The following are newswire headlines about Bernanke's Humphrey Hawkins testimony. Fed will need to begin tightening "at some point", but key rate is likely to stay low for an "extended period" and policy outlook about the same as it was in January when the FOMC met. Discount rate move doesn't signal policy shift. Fed has tools to firm policy at the appropriate time.

SEC to Vote on Short-Selling Rule

John Rummo — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:37:00 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: A new rule approved by the SEC commissioners would restrict short sales after a stock falls 10% in a day. After a stock falls by 10% a short sale can only be executed at a price above the market's best bid for the remainder of that day and for the following day.

3 Pre Lunch – Small Cap Market Movers (PSID, DY, VOCL)

John Rummo — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:55:46 GMT

Today PSID announced its partnership with FIS linking banking payment technology with Personal Health in an effort to launch a new wave of Health Record management and recording. Late yesterday Dycom Industries announced mixed second quarter results as well as the authorization of a $20 million Stock repurchase program. This new program is meant to override the previous authorization set to expire on February 28th 2010.

ZLC - Zale Makes a Profit?!?

DRanieri — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:33:57 GMT

Zales Corp Inc. (NYSE: ZLC) reported fiscal 2nd quarter earnings this morning, despite all the negatives Zale was able to make a profit...

BITS - New Font Approved by Chinese Government

Ryan Whitten — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:23:00 GMT

Bitstream Incorporated is a small cap technology company out of Marborough MA, read their headlines and it is plain to see that February has been a very busy month for this application software developer. The Companies main draw is its Font Technology known as Bitstream Font Technology.

XJT - Express Jet Holdings is Hoping the Oil Leak Stops

John Rummo — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:43:00 GMT

Express Jet Holdings, the parent company of Express Jet Airlines and Express Jet Services conducted their fourth quarter conference call yesterday morning. The Airline industry has incredibly difficult to stay profitable in, as evidenced by the Companies earnings call.

5 Things to Read Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:37:17 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: Stocks were down across most of Asia, with the exception of Shanghai which managed a gain of 1.3%. But the Hang Seng lost three quarters of a percent and both the Nikkei and Australia were down about 1.5%. Europe is mixed with the Dax currently trading unchanged and the Footsie a fraction higher. US stock futures are essentially unchanged as I write

UNIS - Unilife Brings New Syringes to the U.S.

John Rummo — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:17:00 GMT

Unilife Corporation (NASDAQ: UNIS) made its debut into the American markets last week. We had a chance to speak with the CEO, Alan Shortall today to figure out what this seemingly unknown company was all about. We left the call having gained some new insight into the Company and the direction it appears to be heading. The management team is absolutely ecstatic with where the Company is going and how it has grown in the past 7 years. There are a few main reasons why this company is so excited about the future; their exclusive contract with Pharmaceutical giant sanofi-aventis, their patented range of retractable syringes, and the growing demand for a safer needle alternative.

3 Pre Lunch Small Cap Market Movers (IFLG, CIMT, ZLC)

Artem Gassan — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:43:00 GMT

Investors are following through on momentum from Monday. Infologicx is also presenting at a Supply Chain and Logistics Management Conference in Orlando February 22-26th. It appears as if investors at the conference are generating some buzz concerning share price.

Volcker Rule Gets Watered Down

John Rummo — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:07:19 GMT

The Obama administration is backing off a plan to bar commercial banks from engaging in proprietary trading, favoring instead a watered-down version of a key tenet of the proposed "Volcker rule" governing how banks operate, according to people familiar with the situation.

KNOT - Wedding Planner II…is this a recession proof BIZ?

John Rummo — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:52:00 GMT

There is debate as to whether a recession affects the wedding business in a negative manner. Many couples get over their problems and stay together for financial stability, while new couples hold their breath awaiting the return of prosperous financial times. (Divorce is down 40% according to Matrimony Lawyers)

IPas - Expanding Connectivity in Europe

John Rummo — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:48:02 GMT

iPass Incorporated, the mobility service company announced a partnership with Luxembourg’s HotCity network in order to expand its European Wi-Fi presence. The 300 access points systematically located throughout the city are now available to iPass customers.

6 Things To Read Before Trading Today

Artem Gassan — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:01:00 GMT

From the Desk of Lou Brien: Stocks were mixed in Asian trade. The Hang Seng gained 1.2% and Australia added a fraction, but the Nikkei was down about a half percent and Shanghai lost about two thirds of a percent

PEIX - Ethanol Here to Stay

DRanieri — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:18:00 GMT

Earlier today in the pre-lunch market movers the company Green Plains Renewable Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) was included after a monster earnings report. The main reason it moved to a profit in the fourth quarter was because of...

BLGW - The Social Media Revolution

DRanieri — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:13:00 GMT

Bloggerwave Inc (OTCBB: BLGW) a global leader in commercial blogging, today declared that The Nielsen Company's recently released report on social media use has huge implications for Bloggerwave, its shareholders and clients, and Internet users worldwide...

3 Small Cap Pre-Lunch Market Movers (TSEM, CGAQ, GPRE)

DRanieri — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:22:00 GMT

Tower Semiconductor Ltd (NASDAQ: TSEM) is trading at $1.53 up $0.12 or 8.5% on heavy volume

Today it announced its full library of patented Y-flash non-volatile memory blocks at the 2010 Applied Power Electronic Conference (APEC). This patented Y-Flash technology...

BFRM - BioForm for the BUY OUT!

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:20:00 GMT

Today Merz Pharma in Frankfurt Germany has completed its $253 million buyout of California based BioForm Medical. The buy out was for 5.45 a share, a 60% premium. Merz executives stated that 96% of BioForm’s shares were validly submitted and submitted.

FRZ - Profits Frozen for Reddy Ice

DRanieri — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:40:12 GMT

Reddy Ice Holdings Inc (NYSE: FRZ) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009.

Financial Highlights...

RUTH-Serving Up Steak in the New Year

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:36:00 GMT

Ruth’s Hospitality group has narrowed its fourth quarter losses which marks the beginning of stabilization in business. The economic downturn slammed restaurants across the board as people sought cheaper alternatives to dinning out. As a whole, the industry is bouncing back.

BAMM - Book-A-Million Opens 2 New Stores in PA

DRanieri — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:40:00 GMT

Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAMM) opened the doors to two new stores in Pennsylvania. Located in Philadelphia and Lancaster, these stores are Books-A-Million's first in Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia location is at the Gallery at Market East, located in the heart...

TASR – Taser Beats Earnings Big Time

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:39:00 GMT

The numbers don’t lie; Taser has beat earnings this quarter; It looks like a lot of people have gotten tased this year. TASR hosted its fourth quarter conference call at 10:00AM this morning, which might I add, was the first time I have ever experienced a live video webcast.

Tiger Speaks; Will Return to Golf.. ask's to "Leave my Family Alone"

Editors Desk — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:09:00 GMT

Tiger woods spoke today from Ponte Verda Florida

I plan to return to Golf.

Tiger Woods told his family, friends and fans he is "deeply sorry" for his selfish and irresponsible behavior.

Woods spoke Friday from the clubhouse at the TPC Sawgrass, home of the U.S. PGA Tour. About 40 people were in the room, including his mother. His wife was not present.

3 Small Cap Pre-Lunch Market Movers (DRAM, MHJ, TASR)

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:27:00 GMT

The company, a worldwide leader in the manufacture of high-quality computer memory, storage products, software, and services, today announced the signing of a strategic teaming agreement with Government Acquisitions, Inc., a proven provider of IT infrastructure solutions and a trusted advisor to the federal government...

5 Things You Have to Know Before Trading Today

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:41:25 GMT

Stocks were generally lower in Asian trade. The Hang Seng was the worst of the group as it lost 2.6%, the Nikkei fell two percent and Australia was down 0.4%. Europe is also generally lower on the session, but not by much with the Dax and Footsie both of a fraction. US stock futures are lower by a half percent or so as I write.

Tiger Woods Speaks - First Time Since Thanksgiving

John Rummo — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:37:19 GMT

Today Tiger Woods is planning on making his first statement to the press since thanksgiving concerning his very public scandal. The Press release will be from the PGA tour Headquarters in a very controlled environment. Only one live feed camera will be present, and no Q&A will be allotted.

Flight Diverted to Salt Lake City from San Fransisco - Bomb?

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:27:00 GMT

The Sky must be falling, two plane incidents in one day!! Airport officials say an airliner en route to San Francisco has been diverted to Salt Lake City following a bomb threat.

PLA – "Were Having a Rebuilding Year" - Quarter 4 Conference Analysis

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:07:00 GMT

Do you remember back in high school sports when you would get to the end of a bad season what your coach would say?

“This was a rebuilding year for us.”

Well the same theme applied to Playboy Enterprises Quarter 4 Conference call today. Although the fourth quarter was an improvement on the year, Management is certain that this is no where near the full steam for Playboy Inc.

Plane Crash in Austin

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:36:00 GMT

After the dust has settled from the Austin Plane Crash, or Attack whichever you called it. The FBI has pieced together the events leading up the mayhem which ensued earlier in the day.

ITTT – inTest releases Perliminary Numbers

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:30:00 GMT

Under pressure from several share holders, inTest has released some unaudited fourth quarter results. The numbers have pushed inTest to the top of the Market Movers.

inTest Corporation is trading at 1.68 up .34 or 25%

PLA – Playboy signs IMG as Agent in China

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:08:00 GMT

Before their 11:00 quarter four conference call, Playboy has released some press concerning their entrance into Asian Markets. IMG Licensing Worldwide has been chosen by Playboy to be its exclusive agent in Asia.

ONSM - Light at the End of the Tunnel for Webcasting?

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:52:42 GMT

Onstream Media’s revenue is down almost 4% for the year, gross profit is down 17% as well. Net Loss was 1.7 million or .04 a share. Review the numbers and it is plain to see that Onstream is struggling. After reviewing their 5 year graph it appears that Onstream just never recovered from the economic downturn in 2008 and has continued to slump since. Randy Selman, CEO, is confident that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Shaun White Wins Gold in Vancouver

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:14:34 GMT

Shaun White strikes again, winning easily in Men's Half Pipe at the Vancouver Olympics last night. White was head and shoulders above the competition flying five to six feet higher than all of the other riders. His second score was a 46.8 which was enough to land him the top spot without having to pull any tricks in his final run.

11 Points to Read Before You Trade Today

John Rummo — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:09:15 GMT

Stocks were generally lower on the session in Asia. The Hang Seng and Australia were down half a percent and the Nikkei managed a fractional gain. European indexes however are currently trading higher, with the Footsie adding a half percent while the Dax is up about a third of a percent. US stock futures are essentially unchanged as I write.

UNIS - Brand New Syringes on the NASDAQ

Jared Wallace — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:49:00 GMT

Unilife Corporation began trading on the NASDAQ Global Market yesterday under the symbol UNIS.
The Australian transfer manufactures Retractable Safety syringes. They also have an exclusive contract with Sanofi-Aventis for $40 Million.

UCTT - Ultra Clean Holdings - Great Quarter 4 Results Through Expansion and Diversification

John Rummo — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:14:00 GMT

Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. develops and supplies critical delivery subsystems to the original equipment manufacturers of semiconductor capital equipment in North America, Europe, and Asia. Dramatic growth in the semiconductor capital market has facilitated a very good fourth quarter for UCTT:

BFLY - Engaging Customers with Viral Video

John Rummo — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:55:00 GMT

Bluefly (NASDAQ Capital Market: BFLY) the leading online luxury fashion retailer and WWD.com, the online home of the authoritative fashion industry publication WWD, have teamed up via a marketing partnership to deliver exclusive viral web videos via Bluefly.com.

RICK - A Conference Call I Can Relate to

DRanieri — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:21:00 GMT

RICK - Ricks Cabaret International Inc (NASDAQ) $11.61 - $108.7M (Market Cap)

Yesterday RICK reported first quarter earnings; I listened in on the conference call and noticed a few key points:

Financial Highlights:

ZIXI - ZIX Corporation Experiencing High Demand From Big Players

John Rummo — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:46:00 GMT

Zix Corporation provides Internet-based applications in a Software-as-a-Service model to connect, protect, and deliver information, enabling the use of the Internet for applications requiring security in the healthcare, finance services, insurance, and government sectors primarily in the United States.

3 Small Cap Pre-Lunch Market Movers (CYCC, CHIO, RZ)

DRanieri — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:26:00 GMT

Cyclacel Pharmaceuticals Inc is trading at $2.83 up .43 or 18% at a volume of nearly 2.7M

Today the company announced results from a newly published study which demonstrated its drug Seliciclib to be potentially effective in treating breast cancer resistant to hormone therapy.

REED - REED's Tops Market Movers, Exciting Year Ahead

John Rummo — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:24:00 GMT

At the end of trading yesterday Reed’s was up .57 or 40%, trading at 1.99, topping the N ASDAQ market movers list. Around 4:30ET I gave Chris Reed a call to congratulate him on his recent success and to speak to him about the future of the Ginger Beverage Company.

9 Things to Read Before You Trade Today

John Rummo — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:44:00 GMT

Stocks were higher across the board in Asia. The Nikkei led the way with a gain of 2.7%, Australia was also up more than two percent and the Hang Seng re-opened with a rise of 1.3%. European indexes are also broadly higher, with the Dax currently up 1.2% and the Footsie up about 0.9%. US stock futures are trading higher by about a half percent as I write.

3 Small Cap Afternoon Market Movers (REED,SQNM, HUSA)

John Rummo — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:11:04 GMT

Reed experienced great sales due to business expansion; their sodas are continuing to be accepted at big grocery chains. Revenues were up over 30% year over year. On February 2nd Reeds also announced that it would expand its relationship with Kroger who authorized Virgil's Diet Root Beer, Virgil's Diet Cream Soda and Virgil's Orange Cream Soda. Product is expected to be in stores beginning in February. By May, Reed's expects the new SKU's to be rolled out into approximately 795 Kroger stores nationwide.