SRDG, MVSR, BSTI, PGOG, CPRK
ADVNB, APNT, MCGC, CHNG, VOXX, CRXX
Our Stocks to Watch today include Southridge Enterprises Inc. (OTCBB: SRDG), Medivisor Inc. (OTC: MVSR), Brite-Strike Technologies Inc. (OTC: BSTI), Perf Go Green Holdings Inc. (OTCBB: PGOG), Copper King Mining Corp. (OTC: CPRK), Advanta Corp. (Nasdaq: ADVNB), Applied Nanotech Holdings Inc. (OTCBB: APNT), MCG Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: MCGC), China Natural Gas Inc. (OTCBB: CHNG), Audiovox Corp. (Nasdaq: VOXX) and CombinatoRx Inc. (Nasdaq: CRXX).

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SOUTHRIDGE ETHANOL INCORPORATED (OTCBB: SRDG)
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Company
Profile:
http://www.otcpicks.com/southridge-enterprises/southridge-enterprises.htm
Southridge Ethanol, Inc. is a renewable energy company with a mission to become the ethanol producer of choice in the southeastern region of the United States. The company is focusing its efforts in an area which offers abundant supplies of corn, superior transportation infrastructure and expedited permitting processes. The Company is actively acquiring and developing ethanol production facilities with a planned capacity of 60 million gallons per year and anticipates start-up of the first phase of these operations in 2007. Southridge Ethanol is headquartered in Dallas, TX.
SRDG
News:
October 7 - Southridge Enterprises Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Ethanol Plant in Brazil
Southridge Enterprises Inc. (OTCBB: SRDG) (the “Company”) announced that Southridge Ethanol, Inc., its wholly owned subsidiary, has signed a letter of intent ("LOI") to acquire ethanol plant from Bronsiacco Industrial Ltd.
"The opportunity to acquire this plant has given Southridge a tremendous advantage to be a large producer of ethanol in Brazil. By purchasing an existing plant, we will be able to produce 50 million gallons per year (MMGY) by May 10, 2009. With this asset on our balance sheet, we have once again shown our ability to build shareholder value," stated Ken Milken, President of Southridge Ethanol, Inc.
To close this acquisition, Southridge will use the proceeds of an equity financing from an Asian-based investment transaction nearing completion. The purchase is expected to close in 30 days, subject to certain conditions, including but not limited to completion of satisfactory due diligence by the Company, the negotiation and completion of a definitive acquisition agreement, approval of the Company and Bronsiacco Industrial Ltd. boards of directors and other customary conditions.
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MEDIVISOR INCORPORATED (OTC: MVSR)
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Quote: www.otcpicks.com/quotes/MVSR.php
Company
Profile: http://www.otcpicks.com/medivisor/medivisor.htm
Medivisor, Inc. provides medical information to healthcare professionals, primarily physicians, through its Web sites, using inter-active, informational, and video and graphic presentations. It also focuses on offering Web site services to various industries seeking direct access to physicians, including providers of continuing medical education courses; sponsors of medical conferences and seminars; and pharmaceutical companies, using an online marketing format known as e-detailing. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Huntington Station, New York.
MVSR
News:
October 9 - Medivisor, Inc. Set to Launch 'Maximum Energy Shot'
Medivisor, Inc. (OTC: MVSR), developer of next-generation focus driven marketing tools, announced today that it is in its final stages of pre-production of its proprietary drink, Maximum Energy Shot. Packaging and labeling should be completed by the end of the week, with production and national distribution to commence shortly. As previously announced this product will target both the United States and European markets. According to Market Research Group, the energy drink category has grown by 440% since 2002 to a whopping $6.6 billion in 2007 and is expected to reach $9 billion in 2011.
"We are anxiously awaiting the official launch of Medivisor's beverage, Maximum Energy Shot," stated Dino Luzzi, CEO of Medivisor, Inc. "We anticipate that the product will be available for viewing and purchase on the company's web site shortly," Mr. Luzzi added.
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COMPANY

BRITE-STRIKE TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED (OTC: BSTI)
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Company
Profile: http://www.otcpicks.com/brite-strike/brite-strike.htm
Brite-Strike Tactical Illumination Products, Inc. was started by two police officers to create world-class tactical LED flashlights that had the features that police officers and citizens need to keep them safe. Brite-Strike makes a promise to always use the latest technology, world-class components, highest design and manufacturing standards, so consumers can rely on Brite-Strike products when they are needed.
BSTI News:
October 6 -
Brite-Strike Tactical Illumination Products, Inc. Receives Solar Product Patent
Brite-Strike Tactical Illumination Products, Inc. (OTC: BSTI) announced that it and Glenn Bushee, President of the Company, were awarded US Patent No. 7,350,692, for a Solar Powered Mailbox/Driveway Lamp. The product, the first commercial product the company has developed which utilizes LED lighting powered exclusively by small solar panels, will be introduced in 2009. The Company plans on developing and distributing products which have the potential to revolutionize the use of LED lighting in this country, through a wholly owned division, Brite-Strike Technologies.
"This product will be our first entry that marries the energy efficiency of LED light with the portability of solar," said Glenn Bushee, President of Brite-Strike. "The technology we developed for our revolutionary tactical flashlights has direct applications for many lighting applications, as we can produce a light far brighter than those currently available in the marketplace. LED lights only use 5% of the equivalent energy of incandescent lights, with almost no heat, so developing products utilizing this technology can make major inroads in cutting energy consumption in this country. Our first product will be of the highest quality, and will function as a driveway lamp with mailbox light, address number lights, and an optional motion-activated light with camera-all powered by solar, with no external wiring required. It will offer incredible value for the consumer. We have other more significant products which we are working on, which will be announced in the weeks to come," said Mr. Bushee.
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PERF GO GREEN HOLDINGS INCORPORATED (OTCBB: PGOG)
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Company
Profile:
http://www.otcpicks.com/perf-go-green/perf-go-green.htm
Perf Go Green Holdings, Inc. is engaged in the creation and global marketing of 100% eco-friendly, non-toxic, food-contact-compliant, biodegradable plastic products. All Perf Go Green products are made from recycled plastics and completely break down in landfill within two years, leaving no toxic or visible residue, as compared to other plastics that take hundreds of years. Perf Go Green’s corporate name reflects its “Go Green” mission to develop, market and distribute biodegradable plastic products as a practical and viable solution to eliminating plastic waste from the world environment.
PGOG
News:
October 8 - Perf Go Green Products Hit Retail Shelves Nationwide
Perf Go Green Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: PGOG) (“Perf Go Green”), a marketer and distributor of biodegradable plastics, announced that its 13-gallon kitchen trash bags and 30-gallon lawn and leaf bags are on retail shelves at more than 6,000 Walgreens locations throughout the U.S.
“Our roll-out at Walgreens took place right on schedule in mid-September,” said Chairman and CEO Tony Tracy. “We are thrilled that our biodegradable bags are available nationwide with this leading retailer, offering consumers an easy, cost-effective way to reduce plastic waste and benefit the environment as they shop for household necessities. Reception by consumers has been enthusiastic and, in fact, we've already received three re-orders from Walgreen's.
“From the get go, Perf Go Green's goal has been to offer a 'green' plastics platform to households and business all over the U.S. With the completion of our launch at Walgreens, as well as the many other retail launches and commercial conversions we have on tap for this fall, we're poised to make that goal a reality. Perf Go Green is helping to lead the way in the 'go green movement,' which analysts project will become a $500 billion market in the U.S. by 2009.”
Walgreens is the nation's largest drugstore chain with fiscal 2007 sales of $53.8 billion.
Founded in November 2007, Perf Go Green premiered at the March 2008 International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago, where its products received an honor for their design quality and innovation.
Perf Go Green products incorporate recycled plastics that are combined with an Oxo-Biodegradable proprietary application method to produce the film for the bags. Based on environmental claims statements made by the manufacturer of the Oxo-Biodegradable applied to our bags, when discarded in soil and exposed to the presence of microorganisms, moisture and oxygen, we believe Perf Go Green products biodegrade, decomposing into simple materials found in nature within two years, as opposed to regular plastics, which can take hundreds of years to break down. Through this process and the use of recycled plastics, the company effectively removes plastic waste from the environment. In addition, Perf Go Green kitchen trash bags utilize a unique patented dispensing system that stores the bags on the bottom of trashcans and dispenses them one at a time.
According to Landor Associates, the “go green movement” is poised to become a $500 billion market in the U.S. by 2009.
October 8 - Perf Go Green Holdings Given 'Speculative Buy' Rating, Target Price $3.75 by Beacon Equity Research
Perf Go Green Holdings (OTCBB: PGOG) has received a “Speculative Buy” rating with a price target of $3.75 by Beacon Analyst, Victor Sula, Ph.D.
The full report is available at http://beaconequity.com/main/Page-data/ Adpages/Perf-Go-Green-Holdings-Inc.-OTCBB-PGOG. (Due to its length, this URL may need to be copied/pasted into your Internet browser's address field. Remove the extra space if one exists.)
In the report, the analyst writes, “We anticipate a very rapid ramp-up for PGOG’s revenues in 2009 and over the next three to five years as a result of the environmental advantages of the Company’s biodegradable bag technology, PGOG’s steady progress in establishing distribution channels through leading national retailers, and a steady stream of extensions to its existing product lines. The annual U.S. market for trash bags alone exceeds $3.0 billion; we believe the potential market PGOG may address with product line extensions could easily create a $5.0 billion annual sales opportunity.”
Other companies in the environmental products/plastic bag brands sector include: Clorox Company (NSYE: CLX), Pactiv Corp. (NYSE: PTV), China Green Material Technologies Inc. (OTCBB: CAGM) and Biopack Environmental Solutions Inc. (OTCBB: BPAC).
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COPPER KING MINING CORPORATION (OTC: CPRK)
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Quote: www.otcpicks.com/quotes/CPRK.php
Company
Profile:
www.otcpicks.com/copper-king-mining/copper-king-mining.htm
Copper King Mining Corporation currently owns approximately 1200 acres in the Drum Mountains of Utah, which are patent deeded mining claims which contain gold, silver and copper. The company recently added to its holdings by filing six more claims on land which was inside their holdings, but not patent deeded. Contiguous to that acreage is approximately 1100 acres of claims filed by Western Utah Copper Company. As the companies explored the concept of a joint venture on the Drum Mountain properties, it was decided that a very viable consideration was to join the total assets of both companies.
CPRK News:
October 8 -
Copper King Mining Corporation Announces Mining Updates
Copper King Mining Corporation (OTC: CPRK), an ore mining, processing, and exploration company located in Southern Utah, provided updates concerning its operations.
Significant Contract
The company recently awarded a contract to Quality Crushing of Cedar City Utah for two purposes: first to produce road base for dust suppression on the mine haul road surface. This will facilitate more efficient travel between the company’s operating mines and the Flotation Mill; and second to, perform ore crushing services during the Flotation Mill’s first operating year. As soon as Quality completes the road base construction, it will commence crushing ore for the Flotation Mill’s concentrator, which is projected to be in late November 2008.
Concentrator and Mill Components
The company anticipates that the concentrator will be online and operational within sixty days or less. As of this press release’s date, nearly all mill components are paid for as construction enters in final phases. The company believes that only small items are left to be purchased, such as vales, meters, etc.
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ADVANTA CORPORATION (NASDAQ: ADVNB)
"Up 24.93% in morning trading"
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Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/ADVNB.php
Advanta is one of the nation’s largest credit card issuers (through Advanta Bank Corp.) in the small business market today. Advanta’s exclusive focus on this market as well as its size, experience, and commitment to developing meaningful product offerings and a high level of service tailored to the needs of small businesses, differentiates the company from other issuers. Founded in 1951, Advanta has long been an innovator in developing and introducing many of the marketing techniques that are common in the financial services industry today.
ADVNB News:
October 2 -
Advanta to Report Third Quarter 2008 Results
Advanta Corp. (Nasdaq: ADVNB) announced that it will release third quarter 2008 results on Thursday, October 30, 2008, before the market opens. After the release, Advanta’s management will hold a conference call with analysts and institutional investors at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The call can be accessed by dialing 877-718-5095 and referring to confirmation code 2541931. At the same time, the call will be webcast via a Vcall link on Advanta’s website or at www.investorcalendar.com. Those interested in listening to the webcast should go to the website ten minutes before the call to register and download any necessary software.
APPLIED NANOTECH HOLDINGS (OTCBB: APNT)
"Up 17.65% in morning trading"
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Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/APNT.php
Applied Nanotech Holdings, Inc. engages in the research and development of nanotechnology products, primarily carbon nanotubes (CNTs), for use principally in the display, electronics, sensor, and medical industries. Its technology platforms include electron emission, a field emission display technology for various display applications, such as CNT flat screen color field emission displays, surface conduction color field emission displays, backlights for displays, pets for various electronic billboards; and non-display applications, including traveling wave tubes, non-radioactive sources, neutron and gamma-ray sources, and lighting devices. The company's technology platforms also consist of sensor technology, which is used in biosensors, hydrogen sensors, and carbon monoxide sensors; and nanoelectronic applications, such as conductive inks, which are used in printed circuit boards, flexible electronics and displays, communications instrumentation, and radio frequency identification devices. In addition, its technology platforms include functional nanomaterials using carbon nanotube and other composites; and nano-ecology platform, including Photoscrub technology, which is based on an air purification technology. The Photoscrub is a thin film coating on a fiberglass cloth that decomposes pollutants at the molecular level in liquids and gases. The company, formerly known as Nano-Proprietary, Inc., was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
APNT News:
October 8 -
Applied Nanotech Holdings, Inc. Announces License Agreement With Prominent Sporting Goods Manufacturer
Applied Nanotech Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: APNT) announced that as a result of the success of the joint research program of the companies, it has entered into a license agreement with a prominent sporting goods manufacturer covering Applied Nanotech's carbon composite technology. The license grants the sporting goods manufacturer the exclusive right to use ANI's technology in the manufacture and sale of tennis and badminton racquets in Japan and Taiwan, and the nonexclusive right to sell these products on a worldwide basis. The license agreement also contemplates the potential expansion into the golf club shaft market, defining the terms and royalties should the manufacturer choose to enter production in the future.
In exchange for this license, ANI will receive an initial royalty fee of $577,000 and an ongoing royalty of 4% based on sales of the sporting goods manufacturer's products using the technology. The manufacturer will also fund additional development of the technology to facilitate integration of the technology into the manufacturing process.
"As we reported in our press release of June 17, 2008, ANI has achieved improvements of over 40% in flexural strength and over 30% in compression strength for epoxy/carbon nanotube composites. The properties of these new composites were successfully transferred to the process of manufacturing fiber reinforced plastics (FRP) where ANI achieved a promising 23% improvement in the flexural strength and improvements in the compression strength of the final RFP, which will allow the research and development results to be transferred to manufacturing," said Dr. Zvi Yaniv, CEO of Applied Nanotech, Inc.
"We are pleased that our efforts in the composites area have led to this license agreement," said Tom Bijou, Chairman and CEO of Applied Nanotech Holdings, Inc. "Although the total size of the exclusive markets for the targeted racquet products is limited, estimated at less than $150 million annually in the exclusive region, our success with this project has opened the door to opportunities with other companies and for other applications. We expect composites to be an increasingly important area of our business allowing lighter weight products with equal strength or stronger products of the same weight."
MCG CAPITAL CORPORATION (NASDAQ: MCGC)
"Up 8.57% in morning trading"
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Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/MCGC.php
MCG Capital Corporation is a solutions-focused commercial finance company providing capital and advisory services to middle market companies throughout the United States. Our investment objective is to achieve current income and capital gains. Our capital generally is used by our portfolio companies to finance acquisitions, recapitalizations, buyouts, organic growth and working capital.
MCGC News:
October 9 -
MCG Capital Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
MCG Capital Corporation (Nasdaq: MCGC) (“MCG”) announced that Michael McDonnell, Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, resigned his positions effective November 7, 2008 to pursue another opportunity outside of the financial services industry. Effective November 7, 2008, Stephen J. Bacica, the Company's Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will assume the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
"Mike has provided sound business and financial counsel during his tenure with MCG. We appreciate his years of service and many contributions to the Company, and we wish him success with his new opportunity," said Steve Tunney, President and Chief Executive Officer of MCG. "We believe the current senior management and finance teams are well-positioned to assume Mike's responsibilities."
"I have enjoyed my time at MCG and wish the Company future success," said Mike McDonnell. "I am proud of the team we have assembled and have every confidence in their abilities. The opportunity to return to the satellite industry was something that was extremely appealing to me and I look forward to my upcoming challenges."
Mr. McDonnell has served as MCG's Chief Operating Officer since August 2006 and as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since September 2004.
CHINA NATURAL GAS INCORPORATED (OTCBB: CHNG)
"Up 22.45% in morning trading"
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Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/CHNG.php
China Natural Gas, Inc. ("CHNG") is the first China-based natural gas retailing company publicly traded in the U.S. It currently owns and operates a network of CNG retail filling stations as well as a 120 kilometer long compressed natural gas pipeline in Xi'an, China. Xi'an is a fast growing Chinese city supported by a population of 8.5 million and is the "gateway" to the broad Western regions of China. CHNG has three business segments: retail natural gas at company-owned filling stations, end user delivery of natural gas services to residential, commercial and industrial customers, and conversion of gasoline-fueled vehicles to hybrid (natural gas/gasoline) powered vehicles. Currently it is estimated that there are 5,000 buses and 20,000 taxis using CNG in Xi'an.
CHNG News:
October 6 -
China Natural Gas Launches New Company Website
China Natural Gas, Inc. (OTCBB: CHNG), one of the leading providers of compressed natural gas (CNG) for vehicular fuel and pipeline natural gas for industrial, commercial and residential use in Xi'an, China, announced the completion and launch of a new corporate Web site, accessible at www.naturalgaschina.com.
Mr. Qinan Ji, CEO and Chairman of China Natural Gas, Inc, stated, "Today's new website launch is a response to our many shareholders and constituents who have suggested that we provide a more complete corporate website so that we better articulate our Company's growth story. We hope that our new site will be a go-to resource for Company information, updates and events."
AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (NASDAQ: VOXX)
"Up 17.87% in morning trading"
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Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/VOXX.php
Audiovox is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, vehicle security and remote start systems, consumer electronics products and consumer electronics accessories. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by Audiovox are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security and remote start systems; consumer electronics products such as MP3 players, digital camcorders, DVRs, clock radios, portable DVD players, portable GPS, flat-panel TV's, extended range two-way radios, multimedia products like digital picture frames and home and portable stereos; consumer electronics accessories such as indoor/outdoor antennas, connectivity products, headphones, speakers, wireless solutions, remote controls, power & surge protectors and media cleaning & storage devices; Energizer-branded products for rechargeable batteries and battery packs for camcorders, cordless phones, digital cameras and DVD players, as well as for power supply systems, automatic voltage regulators and surge protectors. The company markets its products through an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists, mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products under the Audiovox, RCA, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Energizer, Advent, Code Alarm, TERK, Prestige and SURFACE brands.
VOXX News:
October 10 -
Audiovox Corporation Reports Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter and Six Months Results
Audiovox Corporation (Nasdaq: VOXX) announced results for its fiscal 2009 second quarter and six months ended August 31, 2008.
Net sales for the quarter ended August 31, 2008 were $147.2 million compared to net sales of $148.3 million reported in the comparable prior year period. Net loss during the quarter ended August 31, 2008 was approximately $2.3 million or a loss of $0.10 per diluted share, compared to net income of $3.7 million or earnings per diluted share of $0.16 in the comparable period last year.
Patrick Lavelle, President and CEO stated, "Our results this quarter and throughout the first half of the year are reflective of a deteriorating global economy, as consumer confidence continues to suffer, particularly in the U.S. Our sales and margins have been impacted by a decline in consumer spending and lower automotive sales. As a result, we have taken aggressive steps to better align our operations beyond what was previously forecasted. Price increases instituted in the second quarter and recent overhead reductions should position us for a profitable second half of the year."
Lavelle added, "Economic forces will continue to hinder our growth and ability to generate the types of returns we believed we were capable of delivering following last year's acquisitions. However, I am encouraged by our presence at retail, which is the strongest in our Company's history and we have improved our competitive position in many of our primary market categories. Our balance sheet and cash position remain healthy and that should provide us with advantages and opportunities to expand, both near and long-term."
Electronics sales, which include both mobile and consumer electronics were $111.7 million for the quarter ended August 31, 2008, an increase of 4.1% compared to $107.3 million reported in the comparable fiscal 2008 period. This increase is primarily related to incremental sales generated from the RCA Audio/Video operations and increases in the Company's operations in Germany, Mexico and Venezuela. Offsetting these increases were declines in select mobile, audio and video categories due to the weakening U.S. economy. Additionally, sales were impacted by the discontinuance of certain less profitable categories such as portable navigation and LCD flat-screen televisions.
Accessories sales for the fiscal 2009 second quarter were $35.5 million, a decrease of 13.4% compared to $41.0 million reported in the period ended August 31, 2007 and are a result of the overall decline of the U.S. economy. This decrease was partially offset by sales of $3.5 million generated from the Technuity acquisition in November 2007.
For the period ended August 31, 2008, gross margins were 17.0% compared to 19.2% during the period ended August 31, 2007. Gross margins were adversely impacted by several factors, including the cost of production, increases in material, labor and energy costs and increases in foreign currency exchanges versus the U.S. dollar. Additionally, the Company continued to experience higher inbound and outbound freight, warehouse and assembly costs in the year-over-year periods. As previously announced, the Company has instituted price increases across the board, most of which took effect in the fiscal 2009 third quarter. These increases, new product introductions and other steps should have a positive impact on the Company's gross margins moving forward.
The Company reported operating expenses of $29.1 million for the three months ended August 31, 2008, compared to $24.6 million reported in the comparable period last year. The increase in total operating expenses is primarily due to approximately $4.6 of expenses related to the acquired businesses of Technuity and the RCA A/V operations and $1.0 million in workforce reduction charges.
During the second quarter, the Company approved a plan to further reduce operating costs in light of the current economic climate. As a result, headcount for the quarter was reduced by approximately 8% and the Company anticipates a cost savings in salary and compensations expenses of approximately $6.0 million on an annualized basis. In addition to the reduction in work force expenses, the Company anticipates further operational savings from the second quarter plan.
Six Months Results
Total net sales for the six month period ended August 31, 2008 were $291.8 million, an increase of 5.5% compared to net sales of $276.5 million in the six month period ended August 31, 2007. Electronics sales for the fiscal 2009 six month period were $225.4 million, up 11.4% compared to $202.2 million in the comparable fiscal 2008 period. This increase was primarily due to incremental sales generated from the acquired RCA Audio/Video operations, increased sales in core consumer product lines and higher sales volumes in Germany, Mexico and Venezuela. Accessories sales for the fiscal 2009 six month period were $66.4 million, down 10.6% compared to $74.3 million in the same period last year. Both electronics and accessories sales continued to be impacted by the overall decline in the U.S. economy.
Gross margins decreased by 240 basis points from 18.7% during the first six months of fiscal 2008 to 16.3% in the first six months of fiscal 2009. Gross margins were unfavorably impacted by the Company's decision to exit the portable navigation business, which was reported in the 2009 first fiscal quarter, resulting in a charge of $2.9 million or approximately 1.0% of gross margin. Additionally, higher costs associated with manufacturing, labor, transportation, energy and warehousing adversely impacted gross margins in fiscal 2009 as compared to the prior year period.
Operating expenses increased $10.2 million or 20.7% to $59.5 million for the six months ended August 31, 2008, from $49.3 million for the six months ended August 31, 2007. The increase in total operating expenses is due to $1.0 million of workforce reduction charges and incremental costs of $9.0 million related to costs associated with the recently acquired Technuity and RCA Audio/Video operations. Additionally, operating expenses for the six months ended August 31, 2007 included a $1.0 million benefit related to a call/put option previously granted to certain employees as a result of the reduction in the call/put liability calculation.
Net loss was $7.5 million or a loss of $0.33 per diluted share in the fiscal 2009 six month period compared to net income of $6.0 million or earnings per diluted share of $0.26 comparable in the period ended August 31, 2007. Net income for the fiscal 2008 period ended August 31, 2007 was favorably impacted by $2.1 million in income from discontinued operations as a result of a derivative legal settlement.
COMBINATORX INCORPORATED (NASDAQ: CRXX)
"Up 2.71% in morning trading"
Detailed
Quote: http://www.otcpicks.com/quotes/CRXX.php
CombinatoRx, Incorporated (CRXX) is pioneering the new field of synergistic combination pharmaceuticals and has a broad product portfolio in phase 2 clinical development. Going beyond traditional combinations, CombinatoRx creates product candidates with novel mechanisms of action striking at the biological complexities of human disease. The lead programs in the CombinatoRx portfolio are advancing into later stage clinical trials based on the strength of multiple positive phase 2a trial results. This portfolio is internally generated from the CombinatoRx proprietary drug discovery technology which provides a renewable and previously untapped source of novel drug candidates. The Company was founded in 2000 and is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
CRXX News:
October 7 -
CombinatoRx to Present at the Natixis Bleichroeder Second Annual Hidden Gems Conference
CombinatoRx, Incorporated (Nasdaq: CRXX) announced that management will present at the upcoming Natixis Bleichroeder Second Annual Hidden Gems Conference at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York on Monday, October 13, 2008 at 1:30 PM ET. Interested parties may access a live webcast of the presentation by visiting the CombinatoRx website at www.combinatorx.com.
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