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STUART, Fla., March 10, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberator Medical Holdings, Inc. recently announced the closing of a private placement of 4,666,667 shares of its common stock for gross proceeds of $7.0 million on March 9, 2010, to a single institutional investor. Littlebanc Advisors, LLC. acted as the sole placement agent and financial advisor to the Company. Liberator’s Board of Directors unanimously approved the transaction. As part of the transaction, the institutional investor has the right to add a member of its choice to Liberator Medical’s Board of Directors. As of the date of this press release, the institutional investor has not acted on this right.
Liberator Medical also announces that its Board of Directors has recently elected Jeannette Corbett to serve on its Board of Directors. Mrs. Corbett, a certified public accountant, is President Emeritus and Acting Interim President of the Quantum Foundation. Previously, she served as CFO of the Medical Services Division and Vice President of Finance of Phymatrix Corporation (PHMX), based in West Palm Beach, FL. Prior to her position at Phymatrix, Mrs. Corbett was President of McGill, Roselli, Ayala & Hoppmann, a West Palm Beach-based accounting firm. She has also served as an adjunct instructor of taxation of Palm Beach County College in Lake Worth, FL. Mrs. Corbett has a bachelor’s of science degree in business administration from the University of Florida, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Mrs. Corbett was Chairman of the Board of JFK Medical Center in Atlantis, Florida, from 1991-1994 and was Chair of the Hospital’s Finance Committee from 1989-1991.
She is an alumna of Leadership Florida (1992) and was a member of the Economic Council of Palm Beach County from 1991 to 2006. In addition to her role at the Quantum Foundation, she was Chairman of the Board of Grantmakers in Health from 2003 to 2006; Board member of the Palm Beach County Community Alliance from 2003 to 2006; and United Way of Palm Beach County from 2000 to 2006. She is the past recipient of the Women of Distinction Award, the Women’s Chamber Giraffe Award, and has been named by the Sun Sentinel as a Power Broker in Palm Beach County. Mrs. Corbett is a member of both the American Institute of CPAs and the Florida Institute of CPAs. Mrs. Corbett resides with her husband John in Melbourne, Florida.
Mark Liberator, Liberator Medical’s CEO, said, "We are delighted to have Jeannette Corbett as a valuable addition to our Board of Directors. We are also pleased to have completed a significant institutional equity funding. This investment expands our institutional investor base and greatly strengthens our balance sheet. This will be key to accelerating our growth, which is driven by advertising, and maximizing the potential for Liberator and our recently expanded infrastructure."
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Ecosphere Technologies, Inc.
OTCBB:ESPH
Ecosphere Technologies, Inc. is a diversified water engineering and services company primarily focused on the natural gas industry. The Company provides water-recycling services at the well site to provide clean water for energy companies to extract natural gas from unconventional shale plays. Ecosphere’s mission is to identify, create and produce clean technologies that solve a significant industry challenge, improve the quality of life and the environment, and are economically viable. Ecosphere has an extensive portfolio of patented clean technologies that can be purchased and licensed for use in large-scale and sustainable applications across industries, nations and ecosystems.
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briefly reviewed these companies, something caught our attention and in
our opinion the company warrants further inspection.
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Idera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (IDRA:NASDAQ) $5.10 3/11/2010
The company, a biotechnology company, discovers and develops DNA- and RNA-based drug candidates for the treatment of infectious diseases, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, cancer, and asthma and allergies, and for use as vaccine adjuvants. Sales were up 62% and earnings were up 1,600% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 31.10 times trailing earnings, 3.92 times sales, 4.20 times book, $1.87 per share in cash, $120 million market cap., $76 million enterprise value.
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Alpha Pro Tech Ltd. (APT:AMEX) $3.46 3/10/2010
The company engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of disposable protective apparel and infection control products in the United States and internationally. Sales were up 107% and earnings were up 1,400% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 14.07 times trailing earnings, 9.11 times forward earnings, 0.66 PEG ratio, 1.55 times sales, 2.57 times book, $0.41 per share in cash, $77 million market cap., $68 million enterprise value.
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Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. (EBS:NYSE) $14.93 3/5/2010
The company focuses on the development, manufacture, and commercialization of vaccines and immune-related therapeutics in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Sales were up 50% and earnings were up 160% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 16.50 times trailing earnings, 18.43 times forward earnings, 2.12 times sales, 1.95 times book, $3.86 per share in cash, $460 million market cap., $381 million enterprise value.
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Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. (FSYS:NASDAQ) $26.44 3/5/2010
The company engages in the design, manufacture, and supply of alternative fuel components and systems for use in the transportation, industrial, and power generation industries. Sales were up 94% and earnings were up 2,700% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 14.22 times trailing earnings, 10.49 times forward earnings, 0.57 PEG ratio, 1.25 times sales, 2.05 times book, $2.53 per share in cash, $465 million market cap., $454 million enterprise value.
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Medifast Inc. (MED:NYSE) $22.55 3/5/2010
The company engages in the production, distribution, and sale of weight management and disease management products, and other consumable health and diet products in the United States. Sales were up 82% and earnings were up 200% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 33.81 times trailing earnings, 16.70 times forward earnings, 0.88 PEG ratio, 2.34 times sales, 6.99 times book, $1.19 per share in cash, $339 million market cap., $327 million enterprise value.
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Viewpoint Financial Group (VPFG:NASDAQ) $15.30 3/5/2010
The company operates as the holding company for ViewPoint Bank, which provides financial services in Collin and Dallas Counties and surrounding communities in north Texas. Sales were up 70% and earnings were up 50% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 36.43 times forward earnings, 2.01 PEG ratio, 5.77 times sales, 1.82 times book, $1.34 per share in cash, $368 million market cap., $705 million enterprise value.
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Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (BPI:NYSE) $17.81 3/3/2010
The company provides postsecondary education services. It offers associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in the disciplines of business, education, psychology, social sciences, and health sciences. Sales were up 91% and earnings were up 209% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 33.17 times trailing earnings, 7.85 times forward earnings, 0.38 PEG ratio, 2.43 times sales, 8.87 times book, $2.92 per share in cash, $953 million market cap., $797 million enterprise value.
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TNS Inc. (TNS:NYSE) $24.00 3/2/2010
The company provides networking, data communications, and value added services to retailers, banks, and payment processors worldwide. Sales were up 70% and earnings were up 64% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 235.29 times trailing earnings, 7.23 times forward earnings, 0.58 PEG ratio, 1.47 times sales, 4.95 times book, $1.12 per share in cash, $617 million market cap., $939 million enterprise value.
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Insituform Technologies Inc. (INSU:NASDAQ) $24.56 3/1/2010
The company provides proprietary trenchless technologies to rehabilitate, replace, maintain, and install underground pipes. Sales were up 56% and earnings were up 78% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 35.44 times trailing earnings, 14.03 times forward earnings, 0.82 PEG ratio, 1.47 times sales, 1.8 times book, $2.33 per share in cash, $955 million market cap., $979 million enterprise value.
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American Equity Investment Life Holding Co. (AEL:NYSE) $7.91 2/25/2010
The company engages in the development and sale of annuities and life insurance products in the United States and the District of Columbia. Sales were up 323% and earnings were up 71% over the same period last year (as reported in the most recent quarter), trading at 31.77 times trailing earnings, 4.32 times forward earnings, 13.94 PEG ratio, 0.52 times sales, 0.61 times book, $10.65 per share in cash, $461 million market cap., $806 million enterprise value.
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| Stocks
Under $5.00 Hitting 12 Month Highs: |
| Date |
Name |
Symbol |
Price |
| 3/10/2010 | EXACT Sciences Corp. | EXAS | $4.70 |
| 3/10/2010 | Casella Waste Systems, Inc. | CWST | $4.90 |
| 3/10/2010 | Nautilus Group, Inc. | NLS | $4.35 |
| 3/10/2010 | Hersha Hospitality Trust | HT | $4.44 |
| 3/10/2010 | Strategic Hotel & Resorts Inc. | BEE | $3.96 |
| 3/10/2010 | American Capital Ltd. | ACAS | $4.67 |
| 3/10/2010 | Cost Plus, Inc. | CPWM | $2.80 |
| 3/10/2010 | Medlink Intl. Inc. | MLKNA | $1.00 |
| 3/10/2010 | Presstek, Inc. | PRST | $3.30 |
| 3/10/2010 | Qwest Comm Intl, Inc. | Q | $4.77 |
| 3/10/2010 | Istar Financial, Inc. | SFI | $4.78 |
| 3/10/2010 | Standard Pacific Corp. | SPF | $4.98 |
| 3/9/2010 | GenVec, Inc. | GNVC | $3.05 |
| 3/9/2010 | Callon Petroleum Co. Del | CPE | $3.94 |
| 3/9/2010 | Network Engines, Inc. | NENG | $2.19 |
| 3/9/2010 | eMagin Corp. | EMAN | $2.53 |
| 3/9/2010 | China Carbon Graphite Group, Inc. | CHGI | $2.70 |
| 3/9/2010 | Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. | CPSS | $1.96 |
| 3/9/2010 | First Marblehead Corp. | FMD | $2.92 |
| 3/9/2010 | Spark Network Inc. | LOV | $3.39 |
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| Stocks
Under $5.00 With Significant Insider Buying: |
| Date |
Name |
Symbol |
Price |
Transaction Value |
| 3/10/2010 | InsWeb Corp. | INSW | $4.49 | $137,504 |
| 3/10/2010 | AltiGen Communications Inc. | ATGN | $0.73 | $134,205 |
| 3/10/2010 | NewBridge Bancorp | NBBC | $3.20 | $68,904 |
| 3/9/2010 | Rand Logistics, Inc. | RLOG | $4.41 | $68,303 |
| 3/9/2010 | NewBridge Bancorp | NBBC | $3.03 | $71,003 |
| 3/9/2010 | Grubb & Ellis Company | GBE | $1.70 | $50,452 |
| 3/9/2010 | Ditech Networks, Inc. | DITC | $1.30 | $179,058 |
| 3/9/2010 | AltiGen Communications Inc. | ATGN | $0.73 | $71,192 |
| 3/9/2010 | Analysts International Corp. | ANLYD | $2.71 | $110,639 |
| 3/8/2010 | Searchlight Minerals Corp. | SRCH.OB | $1.60 | $209,637 |
| 3/8/2010 | FelCor Loging Trust | FCH | $4.13 | $1,521,078 |
| 3/8/2010 | Treasure Island Royalty Trust | TISDZ.PK | $0.70 | $70,000 |
| 3/8/2010 | NewBridge Bancorp | NBBC | $2.92 | $55,332 |
| 3/8/2010 | nFinanSe Inc. | NFSEE.OB | $0.95 | $66,491 |
| 3/5/2010 | InsWeb Corp. | INSW | $4.47 | $99,360 |
| 3/5/2010 | TranSwitch Corp. | TXCC | $2.46 | $51,906 |
| 3/5/2010 | Petro Resources Corp. | MHR | $2.87 | $114,800 |
| 3/5/2010 | Aldila Inc. | ALDA.PK | $4.00 | $208,520 |
| 3/5/2010 | Bioheart, Inc. | BHRT.OB | $0.56 | $125,439 |
| 3/4/2010 | Stereotaxis Inc. | STXS | $4.83 | $241,324 |
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| Additions/Deletions
to Focus List Companies: |
| Companies included in WSR's Focus List are
a compilation of WSR's Featured Companies and the companies included in
its model Microcap Portfolio. |
| Date |
Name |
Symbol |
Price |
Notes |
| 3/2/2010 | Technical Communications Corp. | TCCO | $11.95 | Removed from Aggressive Growth Portfolio |
| 2/17/2010 | CX2 Technologies, Inc. | CXTO.PK | $0.01 | Removed from Speculator Portfolio |
| 1/19/2010 | Dynamic Response Group, Inc. | DRGZ | $0.02 | Removed from Speculator Portfolio |
| 1/19/2010 | China Pharma Holdings, Inc. | CPHI | $3.98 | Added to Aggressive Growth Portfolio |
| 1/11/2010 | FPB Bancorp Inc. | FPBI | $2.90 | Removed from Speculator Portfolio |
| 1/7/2010 | Lucas Energy, Inc. | LEI | $0.66 | Removed from Speculator Portfolio |
| 12/23/2009 | 3Com Corporation | COMS | $7.48 | Removed from Aggressive Growth Portfolio |
| 12/23/2009 | Elizabeth Arden, Inc. | RDEN | $14.91 | Removed from Florida Top 30 Portfolio |
| 12/16/2009 | New Century Companies | NCNC | $0.15 | Removed from Speculator Portfolio |
| 12/14/2009 | FieldPoint Petroleum Corp. | FPP | $2.13 | Added to Aggressive Growth Portfolio |
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Ecosphere Technologies, Inc.
OTCBB:ESPH
Ecosphere Technologies, Inc. is a diversified water engineering and services company primarily focused on the natural gas industry. The Company provides water-recycling services at the well site to provide clean water for energy companies to extract natural gas from unconventional shale plays. Ecosphere’s mission is to identify, create and produce clean technologies that solve a significant industry challenge, improve the quality of life and the environment, and are economically viable. Ecosphere has an extensive portfolio of patented clean technologies that can be purchased and licensed for use in large-scale and sustainable applications across industries, nations and ecosystems.
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 FieldPoint Petroleum Corp.
AMEX:FPP
The Company acquires, operates, and develops oil and gas properties located in Texas and Wyoming. FieldPoint Petroleum looks to continue expanding in Texas and Wyoming, as well as in other Rocky Mountain and mid-continent states such as Montana, North Dakota and Oklahoma.
As os December 31, 2008, FieldPoint Petroleum has varying ownership interests in 368 gross productive wells (98.33 net) located in three states. The Company operates 62 of the 368 wells; the other wells are operated by independent contractors under standard industry contracts. The Company’s primary objective is to operate most of the oil and gas properties in which it has an economic interest.
The Company believes that, with operator’s responsibility and authority, it is in a better position to control cost, safety, and work timelines, as well as other critical factors affecting the wells’ economics.
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 HS3 Technologies, Inc.
OTCBB:HSTH
HS3 Technologies, Inc. is a national provider of innovative security solutions, headquartered in Denver, Colorado. HS3 provides technologies and services through a national authorized dealer and distribution program. Utilizing independent sales professionals, national distribution and local dealers, HS3 offers custom security solutions for commercial, residential, government and military applications. These state-of-the-art products include digital video recording technology (DVR), biometric access control (door locks), personal biometric identification units, CCTV, video monitoring centers, cellular networks, wireless mesh networks units and wireless internet-linked satellite surveillance systems. HS3 Technologies is bringing together technologies, services and people to fulfill the increasing global security needs of today and tomorrow.
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 Information Systems Associates, Inc.
OTCBB:IOSA
ISA is a leading provider of data center optimization software, services and solutions based out of Palm City, FL. Its core technology OSPI (On Site Physical Inventory®) provides a toolset allowing customers to create a highly accurate data set of their current IT assets. This information can be utilized to enable businesses to make meaningful decisions on Data Center Management that lead to optimization of resources, cost reductions and significant ROI.
All organizations regardless of size need an accurate data set for their existing IT asset infrastructure. This in turn enables them to take advantage of the considerable cost reductions and efficiency gains that can be achieved by Data Center Optimization methodologies. Our team of dedicated professionals provides the technology and expertise that can help your organization to get this job done quickly, precisely and cost-effectively.
Current “by hand” data collection practices are both slow and prone to large margins of error. We have developed a unique proprietary software application, OSPI (On Site Physical Inventory®), to eliminate these problems.
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 Liberator Medical Holdings, Inc.
OTCBB:LBMH
Liberator is recognized for offering a simple, reliable way to purchase medical supplies needed on a regular, ongoing, repeat-order basis, with the convenience of direct billing to Medicare and private insurance. Approximately 85% of its revenue comes from supplying products to meet the rapidly growing requirements of general medical supplies, personal mobility aids, diabetes, urological, ostomy and mastectomy patients. Liberator communicates with patients and their doctors on a regular basis regarding prescriptions and supplies. Customers may purchase by phone, mail or internet, with repeat orders confirmed with the customer and shipped when needed.
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 Northern Oil & Gas, Inc.
AMEX:NOG
Northern Oil and Gas, Inc. is an exploration and production company based in Wayzata, Minnesota. Northern’s core area of focus is the Williston Basin, specifically the Mountrail County, North Dakota area Bakken and Three Forks/Spanish trend. Northern Oil’s secondary objective is conventional, 3D driven, oil and gas exploration and development throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
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 Webdigs, Inc.
OTCBB:WBDG
Webdigs, Inc. has developed a state-of-the-art, web-based, transaction platform that is revolutionizing the real estate industry. The robust system integrates the efficiency of the Internet with the hands on relationship of a full service real estate broker. By fully automating the steps in the buying process that don’t require the skills of an experienced broker, Webdigs has enabled home buyers and sellers to save on transaction fees, while helping real estate brokerage service providers use their time more efficiently so they can close more transactions. We feel the downturn in the real estate market has set the stage for a transition to a better way to manage real estate transaction much the same as the down turn in the stock market in the early 2000s opened the door to Internet base brokerage firms such as Etrade.
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