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Schmitt Industries (SMIT) is a maker of balancing equipment for the machine tool industry and precision laser measurement systems, and operates in two primary business segments: Balance and Measurement. The balance segment designs, manufactures, and…

Daxor Corp. (DXR) is a medical device and instrument maker focused on blood volume analysis (BVA) and blood and semen storage. The company’s BVA-100 product measures human blood volume and is used in the treatment…

Hot Topic (NASDAQ: HOTT), a mall-based chain of retail stores that specializes in hardcore stuff for the rebellious teenager such as rock music T-shirts and retro apparel, and accessories and gifts, recently reported its financial…

Candela Corporation (NASDAQ: CLZR), a manufacturer and distributor of medical lasers and cryosurgical systems, recently reported its financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended June 28, 2008. Shares of Candela Corporation…

Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (JKHY) provides computer systems and ATM/debit card/ACH transaction processing services primarily for financial services organizations. Jack Henry’s services are delivered through three business units: Symitar, ProfitStars and Jack Henry Banking.…

In last quarter’s letter, we discussed the Fund’s purchase of shares of Sanofi-Aventis S.A. (“Sanofi”), one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Numerous issues which are clouding the outlook for the pharmaceutical industry…

In a certain sense, the search for alternative energy investments is becoming commonplace. Solar power, wind energy and biofuels are regular concepts and words in the average investor’s lexicon. As companies enter and establish themselves…

Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Sonic Solutions develops and markets computer software related to digital media for consumer and professional end-users. Founded in 1986, and trading on the NASDAQ, their software and services enable the…

Storm Cat Energy is an independent oil and gas company. Trading on the NASDAQ under the symbol SCU and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol SME, they focus on the exploration, production, and…

China Sunergy Co., Ltd. (CSUN), a solar cell manufacturer in China, reported better than expected second quarter financial results this morning. Revenues rose to $111.6 million, an increase of 98.6% year-over-year and 44.9% sequentially. Net…

Implant Sciences Corporation (AMEX: IMX), a high-technology supplier of sophisticated systems and sensors for the homeland security market and related industries, recently discussed the company’s focus on Homeland Security and future expansion plans. Additionally, Implant…

Novatel Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVTL), a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless broadband access solutions, recently announced its preliminary second quarter financial results. Shares dropped to a multi-year low earlier this week…

Blue Coat Systems, Inc. (BCSI), a provider of WAN-optimization applications, reported first quarter results this afternoon after the bell. Revenues rose to $102.5 million, a 64% increase compared to $62.4 million for the same period…

In a partnership with Zi Corporation, UTStarcom has begun shipping Internet Protocol television “set-top-boxes” in China, featuring eZiText, a predictive text-input solution. The Alameda, Calif. company (NASDAQ: UTSI) signed a licensing agreement with Zi Corporation…

Evidence of Multi-Color Corporation’s work is all around you and you probably don’t even realize it. Headquartered in Sharonville, Ohio, they provide innovative product decorating solutions and packaging services, including in-mold label and heat transfer…

It all began for Willamette Valley Vineyards Inc. when founder, Jim Bernau, purchased his estate site for the company in 1983. He cleared away an old pioneer plum orchard and planted Pinot Noir (Pommard and…

IntegraMed America, Inc., a specialty healthcare services company, offers products and services to patients and providers in three main market segments of the health industry in the United States: the fertility segment, the vein care…

Tractor Supply Company (TSCO), based in Brentwood, Tennessee, focuses on the supply needs of recreational farmers and ranchers through 814 stores the company operates across the U.S. Tractor Supply also serves the maintenance needs of…

Second quarter financial results were released today from Israel-based Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ: TSEM), showing high revenues, a plan for debt reduction and reflecting the company’s purchase of Jazz Technologies. Tower achieved revenue of $58.1 million…

Accuray, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARAY), a global leader in the field of radiosurgery dedicated to providing an improved quality of life and a non-surgical treatment option for those diagnosed with cancer, recently announced its fourth quarter…