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Memry Corporation (AMEX: MRY), a provider of design, engineering, development and manufacturing services to the medical device and other industries focusing on the company’s proprietary shape-memory alloy and polymer extrusion technologies, recently announced that the…

GT Solar International Inc. (SOLR), a U.S. manufacturer of equipment used in the production of photovoltaic cells, announced first quarter 2009 financial results today after the close. Revenues rose to $57.1 million, an increase of…

Converted Organics Inc. (Nasdaq: COIN) uses state-of-the-art technologies to create organic soil amendments or fertilizer products through food waste recycling. The company’s products have been tested in numerous field trials and are expected to be…

Capstone Turbine Corp. (Nasdaq: CPST) is the world’s leading clean-technology manufacturer of microturbine energy systems. The company’s Uniterruptible Power Source (UPS) for data center applications replaces the need for batteries and lowers energy costs. The…

Affiliated Managers Group, based in Boston, Massachusetts, is a diversified asset management company with approximately $254B in assets. The company’s strategy is in generating growth through the internal growth of its existing affiliates, as well…

Soyo Group Inc. is a consumer electronics and IT products provider. Trading on the OTCBB, they have their corporate headquarters in Ontario, California, along with additional sales offices in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Established in 1985,…

In a move designed to enhance its intellectual property access in the United States, Action Products International, Inc. (NASDAQ: APII) completed acquisition of B.E. Overseas Investment Group LLC. Action Products is a global manufacturer and…

The smiles are bigger around the offices of Remedent and Den-Mat Holdings this week. The two companies signed an international distribution and collaboration agreement Monday for new cosmetic dentistry products. Den-Mat has acquired exclusive rights…

Books-A-Million, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAMM), one of the nation’s leading book retailers selling on the Internet at www.booksamillion.com, recently announced its financial results from the fiscal second quarter ending August 2, 2008. The company reported that…

Pacific Sunwear of California Inc. (NASDAQ: PSUN), a retail operator that sells casual apparel, accessories and footwear, including shorts, pants, overshirts, sweatshirts, outerwear and sunglasses, recently announced its financial results from the second quarter. Shares…

Intrigue will first draw you to this stock. The price is very close to the 52-week low of $5.80 as August 2008 draws to a close. The Price to Earnings Ratio is at 15.68, with…

A-Power Energy Generation Systems, Ltd. (APWR), a provider of distributed power generation systems and wind turbines in China, reported second quarter financial results this morning before the open. Revenues increased 21.5% to $65.7 million, compared…

Jinpan International Ltd. (JST), a Chinese manufacturer of cast-resin transformers for wind and electrical power distribution, reported second quarter 2008 financial results today during regular trading hours. Revenues rose to$40.6 million, an increase of 26.7%…

Bridgeline Software develops SaaS (software-as-a-service) application management solutions, and has won awards for the design of web applications. Through its software, Bridgeline assists companies in the optimization of their business operations. Bridgeline today announced that…

New Generation Biofuel Holdings, Inc. (GNB) is a company focused on developing advanced renewable technology with the hope to provide clients with quality biofuel options. The company currently is utilizing a proprietary process to develop…

Onstream Media Corp. (ONSM) is a leading provider of on-demand, live rich media, specializing in online audio and video corporate communications. Onstream’s digital asset management ASP technology provides tools for webcasting, web-conferencing, and content publishing…

Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) is a leading casual dining restaurant company founded in 1975. The company, based in Dallas, Texas, owns or franchises more than 1,800 restaurants in 24 countries and employs over 120,000. Brinker…

OpenTV (Nasdaq: OPTV) provides advanced digital television solutions to consumers of digital content worldwide. The company’s software has been integrated into more than 111 million devices around the world, and enables enhanced program guides, video-on-demand,…

In the natural resources exploration and development game, the process of discovering natural resources usually requires long months of exploration and development. Exploration tracts are generally large and picked over, dictating months of research and…

Interleukin Genetics, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, works to develop, acquire, and commercialize personalized health care products. Interleukin’s mission is to develop genetic tests and to make available therapeutic products that can help individuals improve…

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, CTS Corporation is a designer and manufacturer of electronic components and sensors. Trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), they are also a provider of electronics manufacturing services to various…

Eternal Energy Corp. is an oil and gas company trading on NASDAQ’s OTCBB. Headquartered in Littleton, Colorado, they acquire, explore, develop, and produce petroleum and natural gas properties in the United States. The company focuses…

In a significant move, former military officer David Diehl has been asked to head a prominent division of Homeland Security Capital Corporation (OTCBB: HOMS), focused on the environment and federal programs. Lieutenant Colonel Diehl, Ret.…

Consider this stock to start the last trading week of August 2008 on a winning note. The opening stock price is tantalizingly close to the 52-week high of $15. However, the Price to Earnings Ratio…

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…