2-5-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
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Stocks are lower on mixed signals from jobs report
Stocks fell Friday following mixed news from the Labor Department’s monthly employment report. The Dow Jones industrial average dipped below the 10,000 mark.
The unemployment rate unexpectedly fell in December to 9.7 percent from 10 percent, even though analysts expected a slight increase.
At the same time, however, employers cut 20,000 jobs, more than the 5,000 economists expected, according to Thomson Reuters. The two numbers are calculated from different surveys.
The Dow fell 44.51, or 0.5 percent, to 9,957.67 in morning trading. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index fell 4.47, or 0.4 percent, to 1,058.64, while the Nasdaq composite index fell 5.73, or 0.3 percent, to 2,119.70.
Yesterday’s Top Performing Small Cap Stock:
Biomedical Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. (OTC BB: BMTL) was a SmallCapVoice.com top performer yesterday closing up over 29% on trading volume of 27,500 shares.
BMTL was lead the medical waste disposal sector as it bucked the trend gaining close to 30% in value while its peers such as SMED and SRCL ended down on day 8.95% and 2.73% respectively.
Biomedical Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc., located in Englewood, Colorado sells the Demolizer(R) II through its wholly owned subsidiary Biomedical Technology Solutions, Inc. BMTS’ patented Demolizer(R) Technology converts infectious biomedical waste into non-infectious material. BMTS’ products provide biomedical waste treatment solutions for the over 1,000,000 low to medium volume medical waste generators in the US and a global market five times larger than the US.
Today’s SmallCapVoice.com Hot Stock to Watch:
General Automotive Company (OTC BB: GNAU)
General Automotive Company, a North American provider of aftermarket parts and advanced technology for the automotive industry, today announced it has an agreement to acquire privately held S.P.E.C., Inc. The transaction is expected to further position the Company as an organization that capitalizes on both organic growth as well as growth through strategic acquisition.
S.P.E.C., Inc., based in Birmingham, AL, is a leading provider of high performance clutches and flywheels to the high performance automotive market. S.P.E.C., which reported unaudited revenue of approximately $5.6 million in 2009, will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of General Automotive. Additionally, key S.P.E.C. executives will be retained to ensure smooth integration and operational continuity.
Dan Valladao, president and CEO of General Automotive said, “The proposed acquisition is a critical milestone in the Company’s strategy to acquire established businesses with strong growth and profit potential in the $265 billion automotive aftermarket parts industry.”
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VitaminSpice Makes It to the Big Leagues With CWC Sports Marketing
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WAYNE, Pa. — VitaminSpice (OTC Bulletin Board: VTMS) (German WKN: A0YCND) (www.VitaminSpice.net) has partnered with CWC Sports, a full-service sports marketing company based in Los Angeles, California.
This strategic alliance will generate millions of dollars worth of media partnering for VitaminSpice — with every major team in Major League Baseball, the NBA, NHL, and the NFL.
The brainchild of Herbert G. Dogan III, CWC has established itself as a key player in the world of professional sports marketing, publishing Yearbooks for 98% of professional teams in the aforementioned leagues. CWC also publishes game programs and GAMEDAY magazines for 39 pro sports franchises, with a total annual circulation of 1.9 million copies.
CWC also publishes the official NBA magazine — HOOP — an in-depth magazine for the avid NBA fan that wants to know what’s behind the scenes of their favorite players and teams. With an annual circulation of 2.4 million, HOOP provides thought-provoking articles supplemented with world-class photography. In addition, the magazine examines more than the game itself; through the prism of basketball culture, HOOP reports on the lifestyle issues of the NBA fan: entertainment, style, fashion, technology and health.
Herbert Dogan’s experience in sports marketing goes deep. He has consulted with and produced commercials for Nike, Sprite, Gatorade, and Verizon, including a Super Bowl spot in 2004. Mr. Dogan was formally the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of GAMEDAY Media LLC. GAMEDAY Media is the official publisher of the NFL Players Association magazine, “Football Heroes.” Mr. Dogan developed ancillary properties for such athletes as Kurt Warner, Edgerrin James, Marshall Faulk, Jerome Bettis, Warren Sapp, Zack Thomas, Emmitt Smith, Randy Moss, Jason Sehorn, and Ed McCaffrey. Mr. Dogan was also the former Vice President of Players Relations at ALL-STAR Arena Entertainment, where he developed entertainment properties for such athletes as Karl Malone, Chris Webber, Barry Bonds, Mark McGuire, Sammy Sosa, Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter, Roger Clemens and Randy Johnson.
“I’m extremely excited to be a part of the VitaminSpice Team. Since entering into our multi-million dollar marketing deal (over the next couple of years) we at Dogan Sports/CWC Sports have received outstanding feedback from high profile athletes and “A” list celebrities along with their personal chefs who desire to assist and support the marketing efforts of VitaminSpice nationwide. The excitement and technology of their products will surely change the US marketplace, as well as bring needed health benefits throughout the world.”- Herbert G. Dogan, III
Ed Bukstel, President and CEO of VitaminSpice, is enthusiastic about the partnership, and had this to say: “Just take a quick look at who the advertisers are in professional sports, and you can see that’s where the big players are putting a large portion of their marketing dollars. VitaminSpice is a product with broad appeal, and our partnership with CWC Sports shows that we’re ready to share it with a larger national audience.”
About VitaminSpice
VitaminSpice is uniquely positioned between the $100 billion health food/vitamin supplement industry and the multi-trillion-dollar traditional food industry. A pioneer in the emerging foodceutical industry, VitaminSpice sells vitamin-, mineral- and antioxidant-infused spices and food products. Their offerings include Crushed Red Pepper, Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Italian Seasoning, Ground Cinnamon and Granulated Garlic. A proprietary micro-encapsulation process keeps vitamin properties locked inside, even when heated, allowing the food products to retain their full flavor.
In addition to the above-listed savory offerings, VitaminSpice brings powerful business knowledge to the table with Bill Fields, former CEO of WalMart Retail, seated on the Board of Directors.
For additional news and information on VitaminSpice, contact Ed Bukstel at 484.367.7401 or visit VitaminSpice.net.
VitaminSpice Safe Harbor
This News Release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove correct.
Contact
VitaminSpice LLC
Edward Bukstel, ph. 484.367.7401
ebukstel@vitaminspice.net
VitaminSpice Investor Relations
Integrated Capital Partners, Inc.
Ph: 908-204-0004
www.stockreportcard.com
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General Automotive Company Signs Agreement to Acquire S.P.E.C., Inc. in Stock and Cash Transaction
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ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 5, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — General Automotive Company (OTCBB:GNAU), a North American provider of aftermarket parts and advanced technology for the automotive industry, today announced it has an agreement to acquire privately held S.P.E.C., Inc. The transaction is expected to further position the Company as an organization that capitalizes on both organic growth as well as growth through strategic acquisition.
S.P.E.C., Inc., based in Birmingham, AL, is a leading provider of high performance clutches and flywheels to the high performance automotive market. S.P.E.C., which reported unaudited revenue of approximately $5.6 million in 2009, will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of General Automotive. Additionally, key S.P.E.C. executives will be retained to ensure smooth integration and operational continuity.
Dan Valladao, president and CEO of General Automotive said, “The proposed acquisition is a critical milestone in the Company’s strategy to acquire established businesses with strong growth and profit potential in the $265 billion automotive aftermarket parts industry.”
He added, “We expect the SPEC acquisition to help General Automotive and its current subsidiary OE Source continue to expand its product offerings. There are great synergies between the 2 companies that will allow each of them to improve distribution and revenue. In the meantime, we continue to evaluate additional acquisition targets.”
S.P.E.C. highlights:
- Leading provider of clutches, flywheels and pressure plates to the high performance automotive market
- Extensive distribution network with over 100 domestic dealer participants
- State-of-the-art warehouse and production facility
Under terms of the agreement, General Automotive will issue 750,000 shares of restricted common stock to the current owners of S.P.E.C., Inc. in addition to $2 million cash. S.P.E.C., Inc. shareholders can earn shares over the next six years based on the achievement of certain revenue and profitability milestones.
Closing of the S.P.E.C., Inc. transaction is subject to completion of due diligence and other conditions. In connection with the acquisition and with its overall growth plan, General Automotive expects to raise additional capital in 2010.
About General Automotive Company
General Automotive Company (“GAC”) is focused on expanding its operating growth platform through multiple and ongoing acquisitions of successful niche manufacturing companies in the automotive industry. Currently General Automotive has 2 operating subsidiaries. OE Source (“OES”), is a provider of original equipment and aftermarket automotive parts and related automotive products These customers include large, multi-national distributors, manufacturers, and OEM providers. OES specializes in engine management products such as O2 sensors, which is a rapidly growing and government mandated segment of the auto supply industry. General Automotive is also a partner in GreenCell Inc., a joint venture with SenCer Inc., a New York based ceramic technology company. GreenCell with its new advanced ceramics proprietary technology can be a potential game changer in multiple automotive products including oxygen sensors, brakes and SOFC fuel cells for powering automobiles.
The General Automotive Company logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=6532
About S.P.E.C., Inc.
Established in 1999, S.P.E.C., Inc. manufactures, assembles, and distributor of clutches, flywheels, and pressure plates to the high-performance automotive market. The company maintains a 15,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Bessemer, AL. The Company recently completed construction of a 12,000 sq. ft. facility adjacent to the existing warehouse.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a number of uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the Company’s current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. Specifically, the Company’s ability to raise additional capital, execute its business plan and strategy, sustain or increase gross margins, achieve profitability and build shareholder value are forward looking statements. A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the Company’s business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
CONTACT: General Automotive Company
Investor Relations
Paula Bausman
407-363-5633
pbausman@generalautomotive.com
Source: GlobeNewswire (February 5, 2010 – 5:01 AM EST)
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2-4-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
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Stocks sink as unexpected rise in jobless claims raise and amid concerns about the economic recovery
Stocks are down sharply as concerns about unemployment are overshadowing a jump in factory orders.
The Labor Department’s report Thursday of an unexpected increase in first-time claims for unemployment is reminding investors that the economic recovery will be difficult. So they’re looking past the Commerce
Department’s news that factory orders rose more than expected in December.
Orders increased by 1 percent, double the 0.5 percent gain forecast by economists surveyed by Thomson Reuters.
The Dow Jones industrial average is down 172 at 10,098. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index is down 21 at 1,075, while the Nasdaq composite index is down 41 at 2,149.
Yesterday’s Top Performing Small Cap Stock:
CrowdGather, Inc. (OTC BB: CRWG) was a SmallCapVoice.com top performer yesterday closing up over 9% on trading volume of 732,805 shares.
Over the relatively short lifespan of the modern Internet there have been numerous advents and evolutions. Some, like Amazon or Google, stuck and continue to grow. Others, like “Boo.com” remind us that not every Internet business could capitalize.
The reality is that there are fads and there are trends, with the most enduring businesses obviously focusing on the latter. And if there is one trend that has emerged most clearly, it’s that the Internet is no longer just a desk application, rather it is now a virtual destination to be used or enjoyed from anywhere and ever-increasingly, on those near ubiquitous smart phones.
Remember when ‘cellular’ phones were so heavy that you had to switch hands every ten minutes? Remember when they first got smaller? Remember when you first got an email on your new ’smart phone?’ And now you play games, listen to MP3s, surf the web, take pictures, and share them with the world.
The last part, it appears, is the next generation, where everyone is a content provider/reporter/reader. Already major news outlets are investing considerable energy into citizen contributions like CNN’s “iReporter” program. Facebook is rife with mobile uploads as well.
And now, CrowdGather Inc. is intent on taking that user-to-user mobile upload protocol to the broad populations of social message boards, where everything and anything can be shared within an affinity group. It seems a no-brainer perhaps, but remember that satellite and telecommunications companies prosper not by creating content, but by facilitating its transfer from one party to the other. Enabling mobile phone users via its “RoamingThreads” technology to contribute content to their favorite forums is a similar and monetizable connection.
If CrowdGather grabs market share in this burgeoning field of communication it certainly advances the fortunes of the company and perhaps, expedites the trend of individual voices helping to shape the Internet experience for all of us — no matter where we are.
Today’s SmallCapVoice.com Hot Stock to Watch:
VitiminSpice (OTC BB: VTMS)
VitaminSpice is uniquely positioned between the $100 billion health food/vitamin supplement industry and the multi-trillion-dollar traditional food industry.
A pioneer in the emerging foodceutical industry, VitaminSpice sells vitamin- mineral- and antioxidant-infused spices and food products.
The VitaminSpice line combines premium spices and herbs with proprietary micro-coated essential vitamins, minerals, nutrients and antioxidants. VitaminSpice gives food a boost by enriching it with concentrated nutrients.
Their offerings currently include: Crushed Red Pepper, Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Italian Seasoning, Ground Cinnamon and Granulated Garlic. A proprietary micro-encapsulation process keeps the vitamin properties locked inside, even when heated, allowing the food products to retain their full flavor.
About SmallCapVoice.com
SmallCapVoice.com is a recognized corporate investor relations firm, with clients nationwide. Known for its ability to help emerging growth companies build a following among retail and institutional investors, SmallCapVoice.com utilizes its stock newsletter to feature its daily stock picks, audio interviews, as well as its client’s financial news releases. SmallCapVoice.com also offers individual investors with all the tools they need to make informed decisions about the stocks they are interested in. Tools like our stock charts, stock alerts, and our investor fact sheets can assist with investing in stocks that are traded on the OTC BB and Pink Sheets.
Small Cap Voice SCV is an electronic publication, and is for informational purposes only. The stocks profiled by SCV are only company profiles and are not intended to be and should not be accepted by you as recommendations to buy or sell in these securities. These profiles are compiled from publicly available sources. Our sources include, but are not limited to, online research, company profiles, member suggestions, magazines, newspapers, analyst suggestions, broker recommendations, contact with the company, company rumors, press releases and other similar information sources. All profiles are based on information that is accessible by the public. Investing in stocks involves risk. SCV is not and does not hold itself out to be a registered broker or dealer or other licensed securities professional. You should consult a qualified, licensed financial advisor or stock broker before making any decisions to invest in the securities of any company that is described in these profiles. For compensation and complete disclaimer click here.
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2-3-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
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Stocks are lower on weak earnings reports and economic data
Stocks declined on Wednesday after disappointing results from Pfizer and transport companies, while slower-than-expected expansion in the services sector also weighed on the market.
Pfizer Inc fell 1.6 percent to $18.75 and led a broad decline in several healthcare sectors after the world’s biggest drugmaker said quarterly earnings missed estimates and forecast profits below expectations.
Ryder fell 8.7 percent to $34.08, and C.H. Robinson tumbled 6.2 percent to $53.90, while the Dow Jones transportation average lost 1.3 percent.
The Institute for Supply Management said its services index rose to 50.5 in January from 49.8 in December, below the 51.0 median forecast of economists surveyed by Reuters.
A report by ADP Employer Services showed the pace of U.S. job losses in the private sector slowed in January, as employers reported the smallest payroll decline in nearly two years.
The closely watched government jobs report due Friday is expected to show continued improvement in U.S. employment.
The Dow Jones industrial average fell 23.51 points, or 0.23 percent, to 10,273.34. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index dropped 4.95 points, or 0.45 percent, to 1,098.37. The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 1.23 points, or 0.06 percent, to 2,188.83.
Yesterday’s Top Performing Small Cap Stock:
Budget Center Inc. (OTC BB: BDGN) was a SmallCapVoice.com top performer yesterday closing up over 31% on trading volume of 21,518 shares.
Budget Center Inc. announced that since launching its online travel website www.budgethotels.com on Dec. 27, 2009, the number of new or unique visitors has been increasing by approximately 30% per week and is already in the thousands.
Online travel consumers have been quick to embrace the savings offered by www.budgethotels.com discounted hotel offerings and the customer feedback has been tremendous since the initial launch. Equally impressive to the growth in traffic has been a high percentage of click throughs and revenue for hotel bookings after the first 3 weeks, which is well above Management’s expectations and the industry average of 10%. The strong initial response has been achieved with no search optimization marketing (SEO) to date, which will be among Management’s plans for the next phase in the build-out of the site. The Company will also be providing a testimonial section on the site where customers can share their comments and experiences, a travel blog, extensive SEO marketing and the utilization of social networking sites such as Twitter, and Facebook.
Today’s SmallCapVoice.com Hot Stock to Watch:
CrowdGather, Inc. (OTC BB: CRWG)
With its growing portfolio of special interest forums and enthusiast message board communities, CrowdGather has created a centralized network to benefit forum members, forum owners and forum advertisers. CrowdGather provides a highly interactive and informational social network for members, a management and revenue-sharing resource for third-party forum owners, and a largely untapped advertising network for marketers worldwide.
About SmallCapVoice.com
SmallCapVoice.com is a recognized corporate investor relations firm, with clients nationwide. Known for its ability to help emerging growth companies build a following among retail and institutional investors, SmallCapVoice.com utilizes its stock newsletter to feature its daily stock picks, audio interviews, as well as its client’s financial news releases. SmallCapVoice.com also offers individual investors with all the tools they need to make informed decisions about the stocks they are interested in. Tools like our stock charts, stock alerts, and our investor fact sheets can assist with investing in stocks that are traded on the OTC BB and Pink Sheets.
Small Cap Voice SCV is an electronic publication, and is for informational purposes only. The stocks profiled by SCV are only company profiles and are not intended to be and should not be accepted by you as recommendations to buy or sell in these securities. These profiles are compiled from publicly available sources. Our sources include, but are not limited to, online research, company profiles, member suggestions, magazines, newspapers, analyst suggestions, broker recommendations, contact with the company, company rumors, press releases and other similar information sources. All profiles are based on information that is accessible by the public. Investing in stocks involves risk. SCV is not and does not hold itself out to be a registered broker or dealer or other licensed securities professional. You should consult a qualified, licensed financial advisor or stock broker before making any decisions to invest in the securities of any company that is described in these profiles. For compensation and complete disclaimer click here.
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Budget Center Reports Strong Demand for its Hotels Site
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LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Budget Center Inc. (OTC: BDGN) (the “Company) is pleased to announce that since launching its online travel website www.budgethotels.com on Dec. 27, 2009, the number of new or unique visitors has been increasing by approximately 30% per week and is already in the thousands.
Online travel consumers have been quick to embrace the savings offered by www.budgethotels.com discounted hotel offerings and the customer feedback has been tremendous since the initial launch. Equally impressive to the growth in traffic has been a high percentage of click throughs and revenue for hotel bookings after the first 3 weeks, which is well above Management’s expectations and the industry average of 10%. The strong initial response has been achieved with no search optimization marketing (SEO) to date, which will be among Management’s plans for the next phase in the build-out of the site. The Company will also be providing a testimonial section on the site where customers can share their comments and experiences, a travel blog, extensive SEO marketing and the utilization of social networking sites such as Twitter, and Facebook.
President and CEO, Bob Chalmers commented, “Our industry partners are amazed by the initial response from consumers to the site and we are already raising our revenue projections based on the preliminary numbers that we are seeing to date. Clearly, our target market has embraced our “budget” brand and we look forward to continuing to build out and enhance the site with additional features. We also plan to embark on an aggressive marketing phase and to launch our other budget sites to increase our visibility and global brand.”
The Company has also recently been featured in a well known travel blog. To view the article click on the following link: http://www.tnooz.com/2010/01/22/news/new-website-to-shun-british-airways-cathay-pacific-for-southwest-jetblue/
Recent industry articles suggest that budget or thrift travel continue to be the first choice for consumers, which is forcing companies to change their marketing strategies. TravelMole www.travelmole.com has been reporting on this shift in the industry and is the most highly acclaimed and largest global online community for the Travel and Tourism Industry with over 450,000 registered newswire subscribers – travel and tourism professionals worldwide. The following links are recently published articles which support Budget Center’s mandate for providing its customers with the lowest priced online travel deals.
http://www.travelmole.com/stories/1140636.php
http://www.travelmole.com/stories/1140658.php
Budget Center’s owned online travel booking site www.budgethotels.com currently ranks #1 on Google search. TravelMole, the online community for the travel and tourist industry, recently reported that “Consumers are expected to embrace thrift for the long term and operators need to adapt to this.”
About Budget Center Inc.:
Budget Center Inc has commenced the development of its “budget” category domain network in the online travel and related industries. This program will include the development of the following highly relevant and valuable “budget” brand domains: budgethotels.com budgetairlines.com budgetentertainment.com budgetresorts.com budgetravel.com budgetskiing.com budgetadventures.com budgetcenter.com budgetcharters.com budget-cruise.com budgetfishing.com budgetinteractive.com. Budget Center is dedicated to delivering great value to its clients and customers. Through its websites, the Company will strive to offer a range of the best possible travel options for every budget. When shopping at any of the Company owned websites, visitors will receive great value and service always at budget prices. The Company will continually strive to meet its customer’s needs through ongoing market research, partnerships, and quality offerings at the best savings available.
Forward-looking Statement:
This news release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 – forward-looking statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events of performance and underlying assumptions and other statements which are other than statements of historical facts. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, product and services demand and acceptance, changes in technology and in economic, political and regulatory conditions and to all of the risks generally associated with a company at Budget’s stage of development. All such forward looking statements, whether written or oral, and whether made by or on behalf of the company, are expressly qualified by these cautionary statements. In addition, the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
Contact:
Budget Center Inc.
Bob Chalmers, CEO
702-460-7501
info@budgetcenter.com
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2-2-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
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Stocks are higher as pending home sales rise in December
Stocks rose modestly Tuesday as investors are betting that upcoming economic reports will show more signs of growth.
A report on the housing market in December is expected to show continued improvement in the battered sector. Major indexes rallied Monday following encouraging signs about growth in the manufacturing sector.
The shipping heavyweight UPS and candy maker Hershey joined the cast Tuesday of companies to report upbeat earnings.
Overseas markets mostly rose following gains in the U.S. on Monday. But Asian markets gave up some gains on speculation that China’s government will continue to try and curb runaway lending in an effort to avoid speculative bubbles.
Stocks are trying to rally for a second straight day after a week and a half stretch that saw major indexes tumble over concerns about tightening regulations on the banking sector and the sustainability of a recovery.
The Senate is holding hearings Tuesday to discuss President Barack Obama’s plan to overhaul the banking sector and restrict trading by the nation’s biggest financial institutions.
In early morning trading, the Dow Jones industrial average rose 20.48, or 0.2 percent, to 10,206.01. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 2.30, or 0.2 percent, to 1,091.48, while Nasdaq composite index rose 1.22, or 0.1 percent, to 2,172.42.
Yesterday’s Top Performing Small Cap Stock:
VitaminSpice (OTC BB: VTMS) was a SmallCapVoice.com top performer yesterday closing up over 6% on trading volume of 54,312 shares.
VitaminSpice is uniquely positioned between the $100 billion health food/vitamin supplement industry and the multi-trillion-dollar traditional food industry. A pioneer in the emerging foodceutical industry, VitaminSpice sells vitamin- mineral- and antioxidant-infused spices and food products. Their offerings currently include Crushed Red Pepper, Ground Black Pepper, Sea Salt, Italian Seasoning, Ground Cinnamon and Granulated Garlic. A proprietary micro-encapsulation process keeps the vitamin properties locked inside, even when heated, allowing the food products to retain their full flavor.
Today’s SmallCapVoice.com Hot Stock to Watch:
CrowdGather, Inc. (OTC BB: CRWG)
With its growing portfolio of special interest forums and enthusiast message board communities, CrowdGather has created a centralized network to benefit forum members, forum owners and forum advertisers. CrowdGather provides a highly interactive and informational social network for members, a management and revenue-sharing resource for third-party forum owners, and a largely untapped advertising network for marketers worldwide.
About SmallCapVoice.com
SmallCapVoice.com is a recognized corporate investor relations firm, with clients nationwide. Known for its ability to help emerging growth companies build a following among retail and institutional investors, SmallCapVoice.com utilizes its stock newsletter to feature its daily stock picks, audio interviews, as well as its client’s financial news releases. SmallCapVoice.com also offers individual investors with all the tools they need to make informed decisions about the stocks they are interested in. Tools like our stock charts, stock alerts, and our investor fact sheets can assist with investing in stocks that are traded on the OTC BB and Pink Sheets.
Small Cap Voice SCV is an electronic publication, and is for informational purposes only. The stocks profiled by SCV are only company profiles and are not intended to be and should not be accepted by you as recommendations to buy or sell in these securities. These profiles are compiled from publicly available sources. Our sources include, but are not limited to, online research, company profiles, member suggestions, magazines, newspapers, analyst suggestions, broker recommendations, contact with the company, company rumors, press releases and other similar information sources. All profiles are based on information that is accessible by the public. Investing in stocks involves risk. SCV is not and does not hold itself out to be a registered broker or dealer or other licensed securities professional. You should consult a qualified, licensed financial advisor or stock broker before making any decisions to invest in the securities of any company that is described in these profiles. For compensation and complete disclaimer click here.
Contact:
Stuart T. Smith CEO
512-267-2430
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2-1-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
Submitted by SmallCapVoice.com
Stocks are higher as personal income and consumer spending rise
Stock indexes rose early Monday as increases in personal income and consumer spending suggested the economy is slowly recovering.
The Commerce Department said personal income increased more than expected in December. Incomes rose by 0.4 percent, the sixth increase in a row and better than analysts’ expectation of 0.3 percent growth.
Consumer spending increased by 0.2 percent, its third straight monthly gain but less than the increase of 0.3 percent analysts forecast.
In corporate earnings news, Exxon Mobil Corp. reported its fourth-quarter earnings fell 23 percent but still beat Wall Street estimates.
In early trading, the Dow Jones industrial average rose 81.01, or 0.8 percent, to 10,148.34. The broader Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 9.45, or 0.9 percent, to 1,083.32. The Nasdaq composite index rose 15.06, or 0.7 percent, to 2,162.41.
Yesterday’s Top Performing Small Cap Stock:
Attitude Drinks Incorporated (OTC BB: ATTD) was a SmallCapVoice.com top performer yesterday closing up over 33% on trading volume of 368,000 shares.
Attitude Drinks Inc. announced today that it has formed a Scientific Advisory Board comprised of leading scientists, medical, and nutritional consultants to help guide the company as it develops its functional milk based products for athletes of all ages.
This exceptional Scientific Advisory Board is lead by Dr. Jeffery Stout, PhD, FNSCA, CSCS who will serve as the board’s chairman. Dr. Stout is one of the premier sports scientists and a regular speaker nationally and internationally on the subject of sports and exercise nutrition. In addition, Dr. Stout has published over a 100 research studies and 7 books on nutrition, exercise, and body composition. Joining Dr. Stout on this SAB are: Dr. Hector Lopez, MD, FAAPMR, CSCS who is nationally recognized for applying his diverse background in nutrition, exercise science, sports, musculoskeletal medicine, endocrinology, and metabolism. He is credited for improving, not only the health and quality of life in his patients, but also athletic performance in recreational and elite athletes. Marie Spano, MS, RD, FISSN, CSCS is a sports nutritionist who helps professional athletes with their nutrition game plan. Marie also works in nutrition communications and has written hundreds of magazine and trade publication articles and appeared on NBC, Fox, CBS and ABC affiliates throughout the East Coast. Dr. Martha Garcia, PharmD, JD is a practicing hospital pharmacist and consultant to nutrition companies regarding structure and functional claims. This board will be extremely helpful in communicating the scientific benefits of Attitude Drink Company’s new functional milk drinks.
A new audio interview featuring Roy Warren, CEO of Attitude Drinks Incorporated, is now at SmallCapVoice.com. The interview can be heard here at http://smallcapvoice.com/blog/1-28-10-audio-interview-with-attitude-drinks-incorporated-otcbb-attd/.
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Attitude Drink Company Forms Scientific Advisory Board
Submitted by SmallCapVoice.com
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL — (Marketwire) — 02/01/10 — Attitude Drinks Inc. (OTCBB: ATTD) announced today that it has formed a Scientific Advisory Board comprised of leading scientists, medical, and nutritional consultants to help guide the company as it develops its functional milk based products for athletes of all ages.
This exceptional Scientific Advisory Board is lead by Dr. Jeffery Stout, PhD, FNSCA, CSCS who will serve as the board’s chairman. Dr. Stout is one of the premier sports scientists and a regular speaker nationally and internationally on the subject of sports and exercise nutrition. In addition, Dr. Stout has published over a 100 research studies and 7 books on nutrition, exercise, and body composition. Joining Dr. Stout on this SAB are: Dr. Hector Lopez, MD, FAAPMR, CSCS who is nationally recognized for applying his diverse background in nutrition, exercise science, sports, musculoskeletal medicine, endocrinology, and metabolism. He is credited for improving, not only the health and quality of life in his patients, but also athletic performance in recreational and elite athletes. Marie Spano, MS, RD, FISSN, CSCS is a sports nutritionist who helps professional athletes with their nutrition game plan. Marie also works in nutrition communications and has written hundreds of magazine and trade publication articles and appeared on NBC, Fox, CBS and ABC affiliates throughout the East Coast. Dr. Martha Garcia, PharmD, JD is a practicing hospital pharmacist and consultant to nutrition companies regarding structure and functional claims. This board will be extremely helpful in communicating the scientific benefits of Attitude Drink Company’s new functional milk drinks.
Roy Warren, CEO of Attitude Drinks, Inc., stated, “Phase III Recovery is our first milk functional drink offering and we know that our new Scientific Advisory Board will be influential in explaining its unique features to consumers and the trade. We are also excited to tap into the Board’s extensive training, experience and relationships to maximize and communicate the benefits of the next functional milk drinks we currently have under development.”
When asked to explain why the SAB members chose to team up with Attitude Drink, Inc., Dr. Stout said, “Attitude Drink Company, Inc. is a business that is committed to quality, innovation, and integrity.”
About Attitude:
Attitude Drinks, Inc. is an innovative, beverage brand development company with a focus on functional milk ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. Phase III Recovery is our first functional milk drink and exploits recent scientific evidence of the benefits of milk and protein as an exercise recovery aid. The February 2010 launch of Phase III marks the first time milk has been used in a sports drink of any kind. We are finalizing development of new functional milk drinks targeting weight management and younger consumers which utilize the same processing technology used in Phase III for launch in Q-3 2010. For more information visit www.attitudedrinks.com
This news release contains forward looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Litigation Reform Act. The statements reflect the Company’s current views with respect to future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Among others, these risks include the failure to meet schedule or performance requirements of the Company’s contracts, the Company’s liquidity position, the Company’s ability to obtain new contracts, the emergence of competitors with greater financial resources, and the impact of competitive pricing. In the light of these uncertainties the forward-looking events referred to in this release might not occur.
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Roy Warren
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Source: Marketwire (February 1, 2010 – 8:05 AM EST)
1-29-10 Daily Small Cap Market News and Stock Highlights from SmallCapVoice.com
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Stocks are higher on the heels of a better-than-expected GDP report
The Commerce Department said the gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 5.7 percent during the fourth quarter, easily topping economists’ forecast for growth of 4.5 percent.
The strong GDP report could get the market back on track after a 10-month rally came to a screeching halt over the past week. Shares have been falling since hitting a 15-month high last week.
Concerns have been mounting that potential new regulations coming out of Washington could upend a fragile economic recovery. President Barack Obama’s calls last week to restrict trading by big financial institutions helped spark the sell-off. He has provided scant details about the bank overhaul plan to help alleviate any concerns.
The president is planning to announce further details about a plan to provide small businesses with tax credits that boost hiring. High unemployment — it remains at 10 percent — is one of the biggest obstacles the country faces as it tries to recover from the worst recession since the Great Depression.
Analysts have been saying for months the market has been climbing too high, too fast. The uncertainty brought on by Washington could be giving investors a reason to pull back. The S&P surged 60.3 percent during the 10-month rally.
The strong fourth-quarter provides the strongest sign yet the economy is recovering. The report showed consumer spending increased and there was a sharp jump in business spending on equipment and software.
However, some say the economy will slow from the torrid pace seen during the fourth quarter because much of the growth was tied to companies replenishing low inventories. Restocking of inventories usually only provides a temporary bump in economic growth.
In early morning trading, the Dow Jones industrial average rose 30.15, or 0.3 percent, to 10,150.61. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 3.66, or 0.3 percent, to 1,088.19, while the Nasdaq composite index rose 16.73, or 0.8 percent, to 2,195.73.
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Attitude Drinks Incorporated (OTC BB: ATTD)
A New Audio Interview Featuring Roy Warren, CEO of Attitude Drinks Incorporated, Is Now at SmallCapVoice.com. The interview can be heard here at http://smallcapvoice.com/blog/1-28-10-audio-interview-with-attitude-drinks-incorporated-otcbb-attd/.
Roy Warren, CEO of Attitude Drinks Incorporated, stated, “We are delighted to work with Small Cap Voice to introduce our corporate focus on Functional RTD milk. Phase III Recovery is our first milk introduction and represents years of development and research targeting Sports and Exercise Recovery. We are proud to announce that this revolutionary new milk beverage is the first of its kind using “state of the art” milk processing technology and scientific research regarding recovery aids. Phase III was produced for commercial sale for the first time this week and we are aggressively marketing it to the retailers, distributors, fitness centers and colleges and universities, many of whom have already expressed interest from pre-sale introductions.”
Mr. Warren continues on to state, “Phase III delivers 35 grams of protein in 14.5 ounces and is made from low fat milk with reduced sugar and lactose. The balance of 35 grams of milk protein and 36 grams of carbohydrates delivers the perfect combination to maximize sports recovery and increase protein synthesis. There are many other natural nutrients and minerals that work to support the recovery functionality of Phase III including the electrolytes and hydration attributes found naturally in our filtered milk. Because we do not add any protein or minerals to accomplish this blend, the nutrition panel is free of exotic supplements and the finished drink tastes like regular flavored milk, clearly superior to any other protein drink on the market today.”
About SmallCapVoice.com
SmallCapVoice.com is a recognized corporate investor relations firm, with clients nationwide. Known for its ability to help emerging growth companies build a following among retail and institutional investors, SmallCapVoice.com utilizes its stock newsletter to feature its daily stock picks, audio interviews, as well as its client’s financial news releases. SmallCapVoice.com also offers individual investors with all the tools they need to make informed decisions about the stocks they are interested in. Tools like our stock charts, stock alerts, and our investor fact sheets can assist with investing in stocks that are traded on the OTC BB and Pink Sheets.
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