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Cimatron Limited (CIMT), an Israeli provider of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) solutions for the toolmaking and manufacturing industries, reported second quarter 2008 financial results this afternoon after the close. Revenues rose to $10.7 million,…

Perfectenergy International (PFGY) is a company specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of solar cells, solar modules, and photovoltaic (PV) systems. Although solar power technology has been used for several decades, in recent years…

Pipex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (PP) is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing proprietary, late-stage treatments for central nervous system and autoimmune diseases. The company hopes to complete clinical testing, along with manufacturing and regulatory requirements,…

PhotoChannel Networks Inc. (PN.V) is a leading provider of digital photo finishing solutions, specifically the processing, storing, uploading, and sending of digital photos to retailers for printing. In addition, the company can provide retailers with…

Cell Genesys, Inc. (Nasdaq: CEGE) focuses on the development and commercialization of biological therapies to treat multiple types of cancer. The company’s lead product platform, GVAX immunotherapy, holds the potential to treat various types of…

Trading on the NASDAQ’s Global Select Market, The Hain Celestial Group is a natural and organic food and personal care products company. Headquartered in Melville, New York, the company offers a broad range of products…

Houston American Energy Corp. is an independent energy company trading on the NASDAQ. They engage in the exploration, development, and production of natural gas and oil. With their interests in natural gas and oil wells…

The base of this company in Milpitas, CA must have something to do with its pioneering spirit. The stock is listed in the Software & Programming Industry, but the nature of the business has a…

This stock is an object lesson in a new way of doing business. It treats losses as investments. The company operates in China, though it is listed on NASDAQ. Do not heap scorn on the…

Satcon’s PowerGate Plus 500 kW commercial solar photovoltaic inverters will provide 20MW for the European utility, Energy 21. Installations for large-scale plants in the Czech Republic and Slovakia are set to begin in Oct. 2008…

Reed’s, Inc. (REED) is a maker of sodas, candies and ice creams with natural ingredients targeted at health conscious consumers. Reeds product line includes various flavors of ginger-brewed beverages such as original, extra, premium, raspberry,…

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.…