Finisar Corp. (Nasdaq: FNSR) and Optium Corp. (Nasdaq: OPTM) will join forces to become the world’s largest supplier of optical components, modules and subsystems for the communications industry. The partnership is beneficial to both companies,…
When it comes to fancy getaways for some rest and relaxation, Morgans Hotel Group Co. (MHGC) works hard to provide clients with exactly what they need. They operate, own, or have ownership interest in, luxury…
When you’re heading for a place to park, there’s a good chance that Standard Parking Corp. (STAN) is managing the parking facility. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with satellite offices in other major North American cities,…
China Precision Steel, Inc. (CPSL), a precision cold-rolled steel processing company in the People’s Republic of China listed on the Nasdaq, reports net income of $4.6 million or 10 cents per share for the third…
The media is full of news and opinions nowadays about how financial services should be managed. None of the top brands in the world banking industry have escaped opprobrium for poor loan decisions and bad…
Cyclical downturns in the Basic Materials Sector threaten returns for potential stock investors. The Miscellaneous Fabricated Products Industry of this sector has much to recommend itself in this regard. It is positioned in such a…
Acorn Energy, Inc. (ACFN) is a company focused on improving the efficiency of the energy grid and reducing the environmental impact of the energy sector. Acorn’s operating companies leverage advanced technologies to transform the existing…
TASER International, Inc. (TASR) produces advanced Electronic Control Devises (ECDs) for use in the law enforcement, medical, military, corrections, professional security, and personal protection markets. TASER devices use proprietary technology to incapacitate dangerous, combative, or…
IMAX Corporation (IMAX), headquartered jointly in New York City and Toronto, Canada, is the one of the world’s leading entertainment technology companies. The company’s emphasis is on film and digital imaging technologies including 3D, post-production…
Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) through its subsidiaries operates as a specialty retailer of casual apparel for men, women, and kids, recently announced first quarter 2008 earnings results. The company operates 353 Abercrombie & Fitch…
Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR), the nation’s largest $1.00 discount variety store chain as it operates 3,474 stores in 48 states, recently announced a 2.1% increase in same store sales during the first quarter. In addition,…
SIRIUS Satellite Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) today announced Lou Reed, Rock & Roll Hall of famer and legendary singer-songwriter, will host his own weekly show, exclusive to SIRIUS Disorder channel 70, beginning May 17, 2008, at…
Mace Security International Inc. (MACE) manufactures personal defense and electronic surveillance products under the brand name Mace. The company also operates a digital media marketing, e-commerce business and car washes. Today the company announced its…
Weingarten Realty Investors is a real estate investment trust (REIT) organization that owns and develops commercial properties in the U.S. Its diversified portfolio consists primarily of rental and lease properties totalling nearly 74 million square…
One of the market’s oldest alternative energy plays, Energy Conversion Devices (“ECD”), is enjoying a wave of positive feedback following the release of financial results for the period ended March 31st, 2008. In recent days,…
Dreams Inc. (DRJ), a company engaged in multiple aspects of the licensed sports products and autographed memorabilia industry through a range of distribution channels, said its first quarter loss shrank by nearly half as revenue…
If you’re looking for a wide selection of books at competitive prices in Canada, there’s an Indigo location not far from you ready to provide that. This Canadian company operates 249 locations in all ten…
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (JBSS) took a simple, all-natural product in 1922 and ran with it. Today, they are still running with more products and revenue as they strive to increase their share…
The domestic Oil & Gas Operations Industry is both a profitable part of the energy sector, and important to national energy security and integrity as well. World crude oil prices are not only spinning out…
This stock demonstrates the fallacy of exits based on short-term setbacks in results. Analysts have been unpleasantly surprised by a profit drop during the Most Recent Quarter. The management has toned down its business expectations…