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Horsehead Holding Corp. announced that it is resuming operations at one of its Zinc recycling facilities due to an increase in demand. Jim Hensler, the CEO of Horsehead Holding Corp., said “We remain hopeful that…

LaCrosse Footwear Inc. engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of footwear and apparel for the work and outdoor markets. Under the Danner brand name, the company offers products for hunting, hiking and work.…

Cornerstone Therapeutics, Inc., a specialty pharmaceutical company, focuses on the acquisition, development, and commercialization of prescription products for the respiratory market in the United States. The company is dedicated to making quality medicines in order…

Atlantic Tele-Network is an international telecommunications company that is headquartered in Salem, Massachusetts. Providing voice and data communications into and out of Guyana through fiber optic cables, they are the largest cellular provider in that…

Providing a product and service mix to markets that rely on a basic concept is a sure way to build a profitable company. In most instances, these successful product and services mixes are less then…

Sierra Wireless Inc. provides wireless wide area modem solutions for the mobile computing, rugged mobile, and machine-to-machine (M2M) markets. They offer innovative wireless solutions that meet customer’s needs. Sierra Wireless has shown itself to be…

Astronics Corp. designs, manufactures and supplies high-performance lighting and electrical systems for aircraft. They service the military, commercial transport and business jet markets by providing complete lighting and electrical power systems. Astronics has positioned itself…

Amarin Corporation plc announced that it had secured financing of $3.0 million in the form of convertible bridge loan notes sold to several institutional investors. The financing consists of a short-term note and warrants, and…

Today, Priceline.com, Inc. reported positive financial results for the 2nd quarter 2009. Gross travel bookings increased 12.8% year over year, reaching a total of $2.38 billion for the 2nd quarter. Gross travel bookings, referring to…

AFC Enterprises Inc. develops, operates, and franchises quick-service restaurants under the trade name Popeyes®. AFC’s business strategy capitalizes on Popeyes® strengths as a highly franchised restaurant system, which distinguishes itself with a unique “New Orleans”…

Global Industries is a leading offshore solutions provider of construction, engineering, project management and support services. Its services include pipeline construction, platform installation and removal, project management, construction support, diving services, diverless intervention, and marine…

AgFeed Industries, Inc. is the largest commercial hog producer and the largest premix feed company in China. With hog farms and feed plants strategically located in south China, the brand loyalty is strong amongst those…

China Holdings Acquisition Corp. maintains a focus on acquiring companies with primary operations in Asia. The company announced Friday a definitive share purchase agreement in which it will acquire Jinjiang Hengda Ceramics Co. Ltd., a…

Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. reported net income of $4.32 million, or $1.66 per share, for the second quarter of 2009. This was more than twice its net income in the same period last year.…

Google, Inc. is a profitable, public company focused on search services. The company’s mission is to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. With one of the most well-known and valuable…

Symantec Corp. has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies by providing security, storage and systems management solutions. They help their customers secure and manage their information against more risks at more…

Today, Websense, Inc. announced that Frost & Sullivan, a leading research and consulting firm, has recognized the company with two prestigious awards for product innovation and marketing leadership. Additionally, the analyst firm reports that Websense…

In the mining game, price is the only consideration. How much does it cost to get the commodity out of the ground and how much can it be sold for. If the numbers don’t add…

LKQ Corp., the largest nationwide provider of automobile aftermarket collision replacement parts, today announced that Terry M. Fortner has joined the company as VP of Industry Relations & Market Development. His responsibilities will include the…

Almost Family is a leading provider of home health nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services. The ultimate goal of the company is to promote independence by allowing seniors to age in place for as long…