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Clarient, Inc. (CLRT) Closes Purchase of Applied Genomics

Posted on December 22, 2009 by MissionIR

Clarient, Inc. reported that it closed on its purchase of Applied Genomics, Inc., a private biotechnology company, in a stock deal worth $17.6 million. Applied Genomics, Inc. is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. “Applied Genomics and Clarient represent a strong strategic … Continue reading →

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Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd., an Israeli-based developer of advanced measuring instrumentation for the semiconductor industry, today announced receipt of new bookings totaling $10 million. When added to previously announced orders for the quarter, the result is an all time record for quarterly bookings. The orders have come from several customers for stand-alone optical CD, integrated metrology, and software products. Most of the orders are scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2010. Nova president and CEO, Gabi Seligsohn, said of the orders, “Our recent market share gains and penetration to new customers, combined with the swift recovery in industry spending patterns, are expected to result in a very strong finish for the year, in terms of revenues, profitability and year-end backlog. In light of the improving economic conditions and key customer decisions to significantly increase tool orders to support capacity build up, we believe that 2010 will be a year of significant growth for the company.” Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. is a leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturer with solutions and services that are used by 21 of the largest 25 IC manufacturers. The company’s expertise in thin film and optical CD and shape profiling metrology systems are designed to address the complex measurement and process control challenges of High Volume Production (HVM) in 300 and 200 mm IC manufacturing, from 90nm to the demanding 45nm and 32nm technology nodes. Nova’s systems utilize a combination of spectroscopic reflectrometry and scatterometry to measure CD, trench depth, photoresist height, thickness and shape of complex layer stacks, as well as a variety of other features and parameters. This guarantees the delivery of tight wafer-to-wafer and within-wafer control. The company offers Integrated Metrology (IM) and Stand-alone (SA) metrology product lines as needed. These hardware products are complemented by advanced structure modeling and application development software, empowering fabrication engineers with the automation and flexibility necessary to develop in-fab 2D/3D and in-die applications for high-end semiconductor devices. Let us hear your thoughts below:

Posted on December 21, 2009 by MissionIR

Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd., an Israeli-based developer of advanced measuring instrumentation for the semiconductor industry, today announced receipt of new bookings totaling $10 million. When added to previously announced orders for the quarter, the result is an all time record … Continue reading →

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Endeavour Silver Corp. (EXK) Takes Advantage of Efficiencies to Move Silver and Gold Product while the Price is Right

Posted on December 21, 2009 by MissionIR

In these times of an uncertain US dollar value, many investors have been investigating base metals, either as a stock or a hard asset. This investigation, however, needs to understand that base metals are a commodity and, although tied to … Continue reading →

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Xenos Group Inc. (XNS.TO) Reports Profit in Fiscal 2009

Posted on December 21, 2009 by MissionIR

Xenos Group Inc. reported net income of $1.2 million, or $0.12 per share, in fiscal 2009 (ended 9/30/09). This was down slightly from the $1.5 million, or $0.15 per share, the company earned in fiscal 2008. (All figures in Canadian … Continue reading →

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NetSol Technologies, Inc. (NTWK) Provides Financial Guidance for Fiscal Year 2010

Posted on December 21, 2009 by MissionIR

NetSol Technologies, Inc., a global U.S. corporation providing global business services and enterprise application solutions, announced today before the opening bell its improved financial guidance expectations for the full year fiscal 2010 period ending June 30, 2010. Based on current … Continue reading →

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Myriad Pharmaceuticals Inc. (MYRX) Announces Acquisition of Javelin Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Posted on December 18, 2009 by MissionIR

Myriad Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on the development of drugs for cancer, HIV and other medical conditions. The company today announced an acquisition agreement with Javelin Pharmaceuticals (AMEX: JAV), a company engaged in innovative technologies to develop … Continue reading →

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Initial Public Offerings (IPO) Market for Life Sciences May be Beginning to Take Hold Once Again

Posted on December 18, 2009 by MissionIR

Watching the markets and recent economic trends, one might readily understand why the market for initial public offerings (IPO) has been less active. These first time offerings of stock, for up and coming companies, all but dried up as the … Continue reading →

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Luby’s, Inc. (LUB) Reports First Fiscal Quarter Of 2010

Posted on December 18, 2009 by MissionIR

Luby’s, Inc. reported a net loss of $3.7 million, or $0.13 per share, in its first fiscal quarter of 2010. Same store sales fell by 13.5% after adjusting for a hurricane that affected comparability. The quarter ended November 18, 2009. … Continue reading →

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NetSol Technologies, Inc. (NTWK) Led by a Superb Management Team

Posted on December 17, 2009 by MissionIR

NetSol Technologies Inc. is a worldwide provider of global business services and enterprise application solutions, leveraging its BestShoring practices and highly experienced resources to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions. The company has operations all around the globe and its clients include … Continue reading →

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NetSol Technologies, Inc.’s (NTWK) Undiscovered Success and Exceptional Growth Potential

Posted on December 17, 2009 by MissionIR

NetSol Technologies, Inc., an enterprise software and business services provider with a footprint spanning the global marketplace, has operations in such diverse locations as Beijing, Bangkok, London, Lahore, Adelaide, Riyadh, San Pedro Sula and San Francisco. This broad physical base … Continue reading →

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