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Today, CAS Medical Systems, Inc. announced a new 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to expand the labeling for its FORE-SIGHT(r) Cerebral Oximeter. The new labeling allows the Oximeter to be…

Uranium Energy Corp. announced that its partner on the New Mexico Uranium mine has exercised its option to begin drilling at two areas at the site. Uram Limited has filed for exploration permits with the…

Vimicro International Corporation reported a second quarter GAAP net loss of $8.2 million, or $0.24, per American Depository Share (ADS). Each ADS represents four ordinary shares. The quarter was impacted by a onetime expense of…

Iteris, Inc., leader in traffic management advanced technology, recently announced that it has signed a contract with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works for the second phase of the El Segundo Advanced Traveler…

Capstone Turbine Corp., the world’s leading producer of microturbines for localized generation of electricity, today announced an order for three of their large C800 microturbines, capable of generating 800 Kw of electrical power, for use…

Competitive Technologies, Inc. announced that the University of Miami Pain Management Center will be using its pain therapy medical device to treat patients. The initiative is under the direction of Dr. Salahadin Abdi, MD, PhD,…

HopFed Bancorp, Inc. reported net income of $854,000, or $0.24 per share for its second fiscal quarter ending 6/30/09. Both these measures were down year over year from the same quarter of 2008. The company…

Dreams Inc. (AMEX: DRJ) is a vertically integrated sports memorabilia and licensed products company with some of the strongest and most recognized brands in the field. These brands include: Mounted Memories, Field of Dreams, FansEdge,…

Playing the oil game is not for the faint of heart. Hope is generally the name of the game. In a general sense, covering bases is the way to go considering all the variables that…

Aquentium, Inc., a diversified publicly traded company with an emphasis on green technology, announced this morning that it is moving forward with an aggressive strategy to acquire privately held companies in the USA as well…

Mayflower Bancorp, Inc. (MFLR) reported $232,000, or $0.11 per share, in earnings for its first fiscal quarter of 2009. This was approximately flat with the same quarter of 2008. The bank reported total assets of…

Kodak, the world’s foremost imaging innovator, today signed MyMedicalRecords, Inc. (“MMR”), a subsidiary of MMR Information Systems Inc., as their independent software vendor in an agreement that will enhance how doctors provide electronic information online.…

The Knot, Inc. provides multiplatform media services to the wedding, newlywed, and pregnancy markets in the United States. The company operates wedding websites for wedding registry as well as information pertaining to newlyweds. Through these…

Speedus Corp. announced today that it has promoted John Kallassy to chief financial officer. Mr. Kallassy has served as executive vice president of Speedus for approximately eight years and will continue to serve as chief…

NewStar Financial, Inc. announced earlier today that it has terminated its agreement to acquire Southern Commerce Bank, N.A. and withdrawn its related regulatory applications. The news was looked upon favorably by investors as they sent…

Cheviot Financial Corp. declared a $0.10 dividend for the third fiscal quarter of 2009. The dividend is payable on September 30, 2009 to owners of record as of September 15, 2009. Cheviot Financial Corp. also…

Royal Gold, Inc. acquires and operates precious metals royalties, most of which contain gold and silver deposits. Royal Gold stands out from others in the industry due to its ownership of large portfolios of active,…

Activision Blizzard, Inc. is an online and personal computer, console and hand-held game publisher. The company develops, publishes and distributes video games, as well as maintains its proprietary online game-related services. Their products include Call…

Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. declared a regular dividend of $0.10 per share. The dividend is payable on September 17, 2009 to shareholders of record as of September 4, 2009. This continues the company’s record…

TAT Technologies Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase plan in the amount of $2 million over the next six months. The company applied under Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange…

Baidu Inc. provides Chinese language Internet search services primarily in the People’s Republic of China and Japan. The company’s popular Chinese search platform enables users to find online information, such as Web pages, news, images,…

Understanding your customer base may seem like an obvious statement in the manufacturing world. Unfortunately, the statement is all too often ignored. When a cultural aspect is added into the equation, understanding cultural needs and…

ZOOM Technologies Inc., a manufacturer and marketer of communications products, works to manufacture and market products directed at the wireless and landline communications markets. The company’s product line includes modems of several varieties, Voice over…

nFinanSe announced last week that they have signed an agreement with Coinstar E-Payment Services Inc. to distribute nFinanSe’s Reloadable Prepaid and Gift Cards to Coinstar’s Pay as You Go Solution found at retailers nationwide. The…

J.C. Penney Co., Inc., an operator of a network of department stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, recently announced results for the second quarter of 2009. The company posted a smaller-than-expected net loss…

InterAct Public Safety Systems, a leading provider of safety and security software for government and private enterprises, announced its acquisition of all BIO-key International’s Law Enforcement Division assets, including the MobileCop®, PocketCop®, MobileRescue™, MobileOffice™, and…

Comsys IT Partners, Inc. is an information technology (IT) services company that provides IT staffing and project implementation services in the United States. They deliver the people, processes, infrastructure and technologies that companies need to…

Perma-Fix Environmental Services Inc. is one of the top nuclear waste management services providers in the U.S, with the expanded capabilities to clean nuclear waste. The company operates through three segments: Nuclear Waste Management Services…

Quality Systems Inc. is one of the top healthcare software vendors in the U.S. They engage in the development and marketing of healthcare information systems in the United States. The company also provides revenue cycle…

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”…