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Die Depots haben teilweise alte Kurse vom 11.04., teilweise die Kurse, die Ihr am WE gepostet hattet. Deshalb kommt es zu kuriosen Situationen wie bei Doc, der z.B für XMSR
das SL auf 8,32 angehoben hat, der Kurs aber noch bei 6,41 steht.
Die fast 100% Kurssteigerung sind also noch nicht berücksichtigt.
Jeder sieht aber wahrscheinlich auf Anhieb, ob es noch die Kurse vom 11.04. sind, oder
die vom 02.05.
Am nächsten Wochenende ist dann alles wieder aktuell.
Manche Stückzahlen wirken komisch, hatte einfach eine Formel laufen lassen.
Falls Ihr Fehler entdeckt, bitte melden.
Und ab nächster Woche sind Teilverkäufe nicht mehr zulässig, da komme ich durcheinander,
sorry.
Gruss E.
MRBA,OPSW,XMSR (alt)
AKAM(2,56), AMKR(8,61), PRTL(3,81), PCLN(3,14), STAA(9,63)(neu).
Wie willst du ordentliche Stückzahlen und Kurse anrechnen, wenn die Grundsumme wie bei mir vom 14.04.03 ist, Gewinne somit nicht ersichtlich, aber Umschichtungen vorgenommen wurden ???
Datt verstehe wer will, aber ich nich!
Ok, dann gehe ich heute auf SK- Basis in 100% Cash über und bleibe auch dort.
Gr.Gr.
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Aus dem Verkauf von STAA, ELC, HLIT, LOOK, NANX und TE:
Cash=24228,6
Weiterhin im Depot: MRBA, OPSW und XMSR
Neu dazu:
1900 AKAM(2,56)
560 AMKR(8,61)
1500 PCLN(3,14)
500 STAA(9,63)
1317 PRTL(3,81)
Müsste eigentlich aufgehen.
Aber mach es einfach, wie es für dich am einfachsten ist.
Danke für die Mühe!
Hoffe, das ist Dir Recht.
Doc, Dich verarzte ich morgen.
Wird schon noch, Gute Nacht, Gruss E.
Eine kleine Frage noch: Meine SL stimmen nicht.Müssen die SL mind. 10%unter dem aktuellen Kurs gesetzt werden?Ich hatte eine geringere Spanne bei SNIC,weil ich den Absturz nach den Zahlen befürchtet hatte.
Schönen Tag noch B.L.
Greetz f-h
Bin dann bis zum Wochenende wie gestern nach 22:00 (Posting 53) angekündigt und oben ersichtlich mit 50377,96 Dollar (100%) in Cash.
Am Wochenende zur KW 20 wird wieder investiert.
Danke für die Berichtigung und weiterhin viel Erfolg wünscht Gruenspan!
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Ich möchte allerdings noch mal an die vorbildlichen Angaben von first-henri erinnern.
Er meldet immer alle Daten zu jeder Transaktion.
Ticker, Kurs, Anzahl, Kauf/Verkauferlös in knackiger Darstellung. Dann gibts keine Probleme.
Verziehe mich jetzt in die Sonne, hab mehr Lust auf schönes Wetter, es läuft nichts davon.
Gruss E.
Ich versuche aber eigentlich auch immer alle relevanten mitzuliefern, so dass du sie nur in die Tabelle zu übertragen brauchst.
Schönes Sonnenbaden!
Und jetzt zum Billiard, nach der Snooker-WM bin ich wieder so richtig auf den Geschmack gekommen. Mein Vereinskollege Lasse Münstermann ist Deutscher Meister geworden, dem sehe ich gerne über die Schulter.
Gruss E.
Es sind nach den Zahlen einige Upgrades gekommen.
Party City Corporation Reports Third Quarter and Nine Month Results
ROCKAWAY, N.J., May 6, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Party City Corporation (Nasdaq:
PCTY), America's largest party goods chain, today announced its operating
results for the third quarter and nine months ended March 29, 2003.
Third Quarter Results
Net sales for Company-owned stores increased 11.1% to $95.8 million from $86.3
million in the third quarter of fiscal 2002. Same-store sales for Company-owned
stores decreased 2.4% as compared with an increase of 13.5% for the same period
last year. The Company's third quarter sales performance was impacted by a shift
of Easter business into the fourth quarter of fiscal 2003 versus the third
quarter last year. Approximately $4.0 million of sales can be attributed to this
calendar shift. During the quarter, the Company opened three new stores,
bringing the total number of Company-owned stores with less than one full year
of operations to 42, or 17% of the total Company-owned store base. On a
comparable basis, stores with less than one year of operation in the prior year
represented approximately 3% of the store base.
Results for the fiscal 2003 third quarter included an after tax charge of
$300,000, or $0.02 per diluted share, related to increased insurance expenses.
The recent quarter's profitability also reflected the larger number of new
locations in the store mix and the shift in the Easter holiday. After reflecting
these elements, the net loss for the quarter was $1.8 million, or $0.11 per
share. This compared to a net loss of $96,000, or $0.01 per share in the third
quarter last year.
Gross margin was 26.8% compared with 29.5% in the same period last year. This
decrease in gross margin percent is due to a higher occupancy cost ratio for new
stores, increased insurance expenses related to existing stores, and the shift
of the Easter business to the fourth quarter. Store operating and selling
expense as a percentage of net sales was 24.2% versus 23.2% in the comparable
period due mainly to start-up costs and increased advertising expense associated
with stores in their first year of operation. General and administrative expense
was 7.5% compared with 7.8% in the same period last year.
Net interest expense for the quarter decreased to approximately $208,000 as
compared with $1.1 million for the same period last year. This was primarily due
to the Company's previously announced repurchase of outstanding senior notes in
the second quarter of fiscal 2003 that had an effective interest rate of 29%.
Management Perspective
Ms. Nancy Pedot, Acting Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Upon assuming the
Acting CEO role on April 11th, I initiated a comprehensive evaluation of the
Company's operations and business strategies. While our evaluation is far from
complete, it is already clear that strengthening sales and merchandising, and
improving business processes, must rank among our top priorities. At the same
time, I have a renewed appreciation of the strength of the Party City concept,
the value of our brand, and the potential of our store base. We have much work
to do, but we are encouraged by the increase in pre-tax contribution from our
established stores in the low double-digits, and believe that the majority of
our newer stores are positioned to contribute to profitability within the next
12-18 months."
Ms. Pedot added, "Looking ahead to the final quarter of this fiscal year, we
believe we will see flat to low single-digit comparable store sales growth.
However, in view of the weakness of the economy, the transition within our
organization, and our desire to have the operational flexibility to focus on the
long-term prospects for Party City rather than short-term results, we feel it is
prudent to withdraw our previously issued earnings guidance for fiscal 2003."
Year to Date Results
For the nine months ended March 29, 2003 net sales for Company-owned stores
increased 12.8% to $348.6 million from $309.0 million in the same period last
year. Same-store sales for Company-owned stores increased 1.1% as compared with
5.8% for the same period last year.
Net income for the nine-month period was $11.5 million, or $0.58 per diluted
share, compared to $13.1 million, or $0.69 per diluted share in the first nine
months of fiscal 2002. These results included an after tax charge of $1.3
million, or $0.07 per diluted share, related to debt retirement, as well as
unusual expenses of $0.6 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, associated with
the Company's new logistics initiative and professional fees related to the
implementation of a new information system.
Gross margin was 33.9% as compared with 34.5% in the prior year period. This
gross margin percentage decline is primarily attributable to the performance of
the third quarter related to the Easter shift and insurance expenses. Store
operating and selling expense as a percentage of net sales was 23.3% versus
22.6% in the same period last year. General and administrative expense was 6.6%
of net sales as compared with 6.3% in the comparable period of the prior fiscal
year reflecting unusual expenses associated with the Company's new logistics
initiative and professional fees related to the implementation of a new
information system. Net interest expense was $3.9 million compared with $4.5
million for the same period last year due primarily to the previously announced
repurchase of outstanding senior notes.
Franchise Results
Same-store sales for the quarter for franchise stores increased 1.7% as compared
with 9.7% for the same period last year. Same-store sales for the nine-month
period for franchise stores increased 3.3% as compared with 4.3% for the same
period last year. Sales performance in franchise stores was impacted by the
Easter shift as well.
The Company will hold a conference call May 6, 2003, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time to
discuss its third quarter results. The conference call will be simultaneously
broadcast live over the Internet at www.partycity.com. An on-line archive will
be available on the Company's website until May 20, 2003. Additionally, a taped
replay of the call will be available until 12:00 p.m. on May 8, 2003. The replay
can be accessed by dialing 800-945-1517.
Party City Corporation is America's largest party goods chain and currently
operates 241 Company-owned stores and 241 franchise stores. To learn more about
the Company, visit the Company's web site at http://www.partycity.com.
Except for historical information contained herein, the statements in this
release are forward-looking and made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of
the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements
involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which may cause the Company's
actual results in future periods to differ materially from forecasted results.
Those risks include, among other things, the competitive environment in the
party goods industry in general and in the Company's specific market areas,
inflation, changes in costs of goods and services and economic conditions in
general. The impact of any unusual items resulting from ongoing evaluations on
the Company's business strategies could cause actual results to differ. Those
and other risks are more fully described in the Company's filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.
Ansonsten muss man wohl abwarten,ob jetzt die vielfach erwartete Konsolidierung in den USA einsetzt.
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Perceptron Announces Third Quarter Results for Fiscal Year 2003
PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 8, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Perceptron,
Inc. (Nasdaq: PRCP) today announced sales of $16.0 million and net income of
$809,000, or $0.10 per share, for the third quarter ended March 31, 2003,
compared with sales from continuing operations of $9.8 million and a loss from
continuing operations of $220,000, or $0.03 per share, for the quarter ended
March 31, 2002. For the nine-month period ended March 31, 2003 the Company
reported sales of $39.5 and net income of $2.2 million or $0.27 per share,
compared with sales from continuing operations of $33.4 million and income from
continuing operations of $659,000, or $0.08 per share, for the same period one
year ago.
Results for this quarter included a $2.4 million pre-tax charge for an
arbitration award against Perceptron B.V., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Company, that was previously disclosed in a press release on February 25, 2003.
Excluding this charge, the Company would have reported net income for the third
quarter of $2.4 million, or $0.28 per share, and net income for the nine-month
period of $3.8 million, or $0.46 per share. See the attached financial tables
for a reconciliation of this non-GAAP financial measure to the Company's net
income for the periods presented.
Sales during the quarter were approximately $6.1 million, or 62%, better than
one year ago primarily due to the high level of AutoGauge systems sales in
Europe compared with one year ago. Sales in Europe benefited from several new
vehicle tooling programs and the strength of the Euro against the dollar
compared with the same quarter one year ago. Gross profit this quarter was $9.3
million, or 58% of sales, compared to $4.2 million, or 43% of sales one year
ago. The improvement was primarily due to incremental gross profit related to
the strengthening Euro that yielded higher gross margins in Europe, revenue
recognition related to customer progress billings with nominal associated costs,
and favorable fixed overhead absorption on the higher level of sales.
The Company reported new order bookings of $14.0 million during the third
quarter compared with new order bookings of $17.0 million in the second quarter
of fiscal 2003 and $9.0 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2002. The high
level of bookings for the second and third quarters of fiscal year 2003
primarily reflected orders for AutoGauge systems related to new vehicle tooling
programs. The Company's backlog was $18.6 million as of March 31, 2003 compared
with $20.5 million as of December 31, 2002. In the near term the Company expects
new orders for its core product lines to return to more normal levels consistent
with the current economic climate.
Alfred A. Pease, chairman, president and chief executive officer, commented, "We
were very pleased with our operating results and the relatively high level of
new orders received during the quarter. Our balance sheet is strong.
Shareholders' equity rose to $42.7 million, or $5.14 per share, as of March 31,
2003."
Perceptron, Inc. will hold a conference call/webcast chaired by Alfred A. Pease,
President & CEO today at 10:00 a.m. (ET). Investors can access the call at
http://www.firstcallevents.com/service/ajwz380454703gf12.html . If you are
unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be digitally
rebroadcast for seven days, beginning at 12:00 p.m. today and running until
11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2003. You can access the rebroadcast by dialing
800-428-6051 (domestic callers) or 973-709-2089 (international callers) and
entering the passcode of 291336.
A replay of the call will also be available in the "Company-News" section of the
Company's website at www.perceptron.com for approximately 90 days following the
call. Thereafter, statistical and financial information presented in the call
will be available on the Company's website at www.perceptron.com in the
Company's Form 10-Q for the third quarter of fiscal year 2003 or in a separate
report, both of which can be found under the "Company-Financials" section of the
website.
About Perceptron
Perceptron produces information-based process improvement solutions for industry
as well as technology components for non-contact measurement and inspection
applications. Automotive and manufacturing companies throughout the world rely
on Perceptron's process management solutions to help them improve quality,
shorten product launch times and reduce overall manufacturing costs.
Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Perceptron has approximately 215 employees
worldwide, with facilities in the United States, Germany, Netherlands, France,
Brazil, and Japan. For more information, please visit www.perceptron.com
Safe Harbor Statement
Certain statements in this press release may be "forward-looking statements"
within the meaning of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including the
Company's expectation as to fiscal 2003 and 2004 and future revenue, order
booking levels and earnings levels. The Company assumes no obligation for
updating any such forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, changes
in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting such forward-looking
statements. Actual results could differ materially from those in the
forward-looking statements due to a number of uncertainties in addition to those
set forth in the press release, including, but not limited to, the dependence of
the Company's revenue on a number of sizable orders from a small number of
customers, the timing of orders and shipments which can cause the Company to
experience significant fluctuations in its quarterly and annual revenue and
operating results, timely receipt of required supplies and components which
could result in delays in anticipated shipments, general product demand and
market acceptance risks, the ability of the Company to successfully compete with
alternative and similar technologies, the timing and continuation of the
Automotive industry's retooling programs, the ability of the Company to resolve
technical issues inherent in the development of new products and technologies,
the ability of the Company to identify and satisfy market needs, general product
development and commercialization difficulties, the ability of the Company to
attract and retain key personnel, especially technical personnel, the quality
and cost of competitive products already in existence or developed in the
future, the level of interest existing and potential new customers may have in
new products and technologies generally, rapid or unexpected technological
changes, the effect of economic conditions, particularly economic conditions in
the domestic and worldwide Automotive industry, which has from time to time been
subject to cyclical downturns due to the level of demand for, or supply of, the
products produced by companies in this industry, and the impact of cost
reduction initiatives on the Company's revenues, order bookings and earnings.
The Company's expectations regarding future bookings and revenues are based upon
oral discussions with customers and are subject to change based upon a wide
variety of factors, including economic conditions and system implementation
delays. Certain of these new orders have been delayed in the past and could be
delayed in the future. Because the Company's products are typically integrated
into larger systems or lines, the timing of new orders is dependent on the
timing of completion of the overall system or line. In addition, because the
Company's products have shorter lead times than other components and are
required later in the process, orders for the Company's products tend to be
given later in the integration process.
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Aceto Corporation Third Quarter Net Income up 58% on a 15% Sales Increase; Sales Reach Record Level
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., May 8, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Aceto Corporation
(Nasdaq: ACET), a global distributor of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals,
today announced its results of operations for the third quarter ended March 31,
2003.
Third Quarter Financial Highlights - versus fiscal 2002 third quarter
-- Net sales increased 15% to $70.6 million.
-- Operating profit increased 63% to $3.4 million.
-- Net income increased 58% to $2.4 million, or $0.24 per diluted
share.
Nine-Month Financial Highlights - versus the first nine months of fiscal 2002
-- Net sales increased 23% to $203.2 million.
-- Operating profit increased 121% to $10.3 million.
-- Net income increased 114% to $7.1 million or $0.71 per diluted
share before the cumulative effect of a non-cash accounting
charge(1). After the charge, net income grew 57% to $5.2
million or $0.52 per diluted share.
Leonard S. Schwartz, Chairman, CEO and President of Aceto, stated, "We are
extremely pleased with the results for the third quarter. The key component to
our solid financial results was our fastest growing segment - Pharmaceuticals,
Biochemicals and Nutritionals. We achieved gains in market share and experienced
strong demand for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients ("APIs") of products
launched earlier in fiscal 2003. Sales in this segment rose 30% to $34.2 million
in the third quarter and 46% to $102.3 million in the nine-month period. Gross
profit in this segment grew 56% to $6.7 million in the quarter and 56% to $19.7
million in the year-to-date. While we did not introduce any new APIs during the
third quarter, we have a launch currently underway, representing our fourth for
the fiscal year."
Mr. Schwartz continued, "Additionally, our Chemicals and Colorants business
continued to perform well. Year-to-date sales in this segment rose 6% and for
the quarter were essentially even with the third quarter of last year."
Mr. Schwartz further stated, "Our strong financial position, with cash of $16.2
million, working capital of $65.8 million, no long-term debt and shareholders'
equity of $78.9 million as of March 31, 2003, enables us to pursue our growth
plans. Importantly, we have the infrastructure in place to support future
growth."
Mr. Schwartz concluded, "Without giving effect for the product launch currently
underway since it is difficult to quantify at this point, we expect to report
earnings of at least $.17 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2003. As a
result of our higher third quarter earnings, we now anticipate earnings of at
least $.88 per diluted share for fiscal year 2003, before the cumulative effect
of the non-cash accounting charge we recorded in the first half of the year
($.19 per share). This new annual guidance represents an increase in earnings of
at least 76% over last year. Based on our market position, strength in sourcing,
continued focus on operating efficiently, and active pursuit of accretive
acquisitions, we are enthusiastic about the Company's near and long-term
business prospects."
Conference Call
Leonard S. Schwartz, Chairman, CEO, and President, and Douglas Roth, CFO, will
conduct a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 8, 2003. Interested
parties may participate in the call by dialing 800-863-1575 (973-582-2866 for
international callers). - Please call in 10 minutes before the call is scheduled
to begin, and ask for the Aceto call. The conference call will also be broadcast
live over the Internet via the Investor Relations section of the Company's
website at www.aceto.com. To listen to the live call please go to the website at
least 15 minutes early to register, download and install any necessary audio
software. If you are unable to listen live, the conference call will be archived
on the Company's website. A recorded phone replay of the call will also be
available from 12:00 noon ET on Thursday, May 8, 2003 until 5:00 p.m. ET on
Friday, May 9, 2003. Interested parties may dial 877-519-4471 (973-341-3080 for
international callers) and enter the code 3880022 for the phone replay.
ABOUT ACETO
Aceto Corporation, which was incorporated in 1947, is a global leader in the
distribution and marketing of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals used
principally in the agricultural, color, pharmaceutical, surface coating/ink and
general chemical industries. With offices in nine countries, Aceto Corporation
distributes over 1,000 chemicals in these and other fields. For more
information, visit www.aceto.com and view our slide show.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements are
based on current expectations, estimates and projections made by management. The
Company intends for the forward-looking statements to be covered by the
safe-harbor provisions for forward-looking statements. Words such as
"anticipates," "expects," "intends," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates,"
or variations of such words are intended to identify such forward-looking
statements. The forward looking statements contained in this press release
include, but are not limited to, the plans to enhance market position through
new product launches, advancement of globalization strategy, leveraging and
enhancing sourcing capabilities, and development of regulatory support, as well
as the earnings guidance for the Company's fiscal fourth quarter. All
forward-looking statements in this press release are made as of the date hereof,
and the Company assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The
forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth or implied by any
forward-looking statements. These uncertainties include, but are not limited to,
economic and political conditions in the United States and abroad, as well as
other risks detailed in the Company's SEC reports, including the Company's Form
10-K and other filings. Copies of these filings are available through the SEC's
electronic data gathering analysis and retrieval system (EDGAR) at
http://www.sec.gov.
Gruss E.
FARO Technologies Invites You to Join Its First Quarter 2003 Conference Call on the Web
LAKE MARY, Fla., May 5, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- FARO
Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO) (FARO) today announced that it will release
financial results for its first quarter ended March 29, 2003, on May 8, 2003,
after the market close. In conjunction with FARO's First Quarter 2003 earnings
release, you are invited to listen to its conference call that will be broadcast
live over the Internet on May 9, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. with Simon Raab, Chairman
and CEO, and Gregory Fraser, Executive Vice President of FARO Technologies.
What: FARO Technologies First Quarter Earnings Release Conference Call
When: Friday, May 9, 2003 at 11:00 a.m.
Where: http://www.firstcallevents.com/service/ajwz381152450gf12.html
How: Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the
address above
Contact: Sharon Trowbridge, (407) 333.9911
FARO Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, and markets software and portable,
computerized measurement devices that allow manufacturers to perform 3D
inspections of parts and assemblies on the shop floor. This helps eliminate
manufacturing errors, and thereby increases productivity and profitability for a
variety of industries in FARO's worldwide customer base. Learn more at
www.faro.com .
If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be
archived on the Web site http://www.faro.com. The call will also be archived at
http://www.prnewswire.com .
(Minimum Requirements to listen to broadcast: The Windows Media Player software,
downloadable free from
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/EN/default.asp and at least a 28.8
kbps connection to the Internet. If you experience problems listening to the
broadcast, send an email to webcastsupport@tfprn.com .)
SOURCE FARO Technologies
Zahlen sind schon am 29.04. gekommen, aber mit viel Gegenliebe vom Markt aufgenommen worden.
Metrologic Announces Record Financial Results for First Quarter; $2.2 Million One-Time Gain from Repayment of Debt Adds to Net Income; Total Debt Reduced to $15.3 Million
BLACKWOOD, N.J., Apr 29, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Metrologic Instruments, Inc.
(Nasdaq: MTLG), a leading manufacturer of sophisticated imaging systems using
laser, holographic, camera and vision-based technologies, high-speed automated
data capture solutions and bar code scanners, today announced its financial
results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2003 and updated financial
guidance for 2003.
Sales increased 17.3% to $32.3 million for the first quarter of 2003 compared
with $27.5 million for the same period last year. Net income was $1.9 million,
or $0.33 per diluted earnings per share excluding the one-time gain of $2.2
million resulting from a discount earned on the early repayment of certain
subordinated debt and the write-off of certain costs associated with the
Company's new credit agreements. This compares with net income of $0.02 million,
or $0.00 per diluted earnings per share, for the same period last year.
The 2003 first quarter sales and net income represent the largest amount of
sales and net income for any quarter in the 35-year history of the Company.
In connection with a previously reported early repayment agreement of
subordinated debt relating to the acquisition of Adaptive Optics Associates,
Inc. ("AOA"), the Company earned a $2.2 million discount when this debt was
repaid in full in the first quarter. For tax purposes, the $2.2 million will be
treated as a reduction of the purchase price of AOA, and as such will not be
subject to federal or state income taxes. In connection with this early
repayment and the previously reported refinancing of the Company's bank debt in
the first quarter, the Company incurred related costs of approximately $0.3
million, net of income taxes, that were charged to first quarter earnings.
Accordingly, the total net income for the first quarter of 2003 was $3.8 million
or $0.67 per diluted earnings per share.
At March 31, 2003, the Company's total debt was $15.3 million, reduced from
approximately $50 million in January 2001. The $15.3 million of total debt
includes $1.0 million in debt resulting from a non-recourse accounts receivable
factoring agreement, which is classified as a reduction of accounts receivable
on the balance sheet.
Commenting on the first quarter results, Metrologic's CEO, C. Harry Knowles,
stated, "Metrologic's current profitability and reduced bank debt represents the
successful execution of a plan that we put into place in 2001. Our plan was and
is to expand sales by increasing market share through the introduction of new
products for new markets, reduce debt and interest costs, and reduce the
Company's production and other operating costs through strong cost and cash
controls."
Knowles added, "I am gratified with the 17.3% increase in sales in the first
quarter, which resulted primarily from increased sales of the Company's
point-of-sale and OEM scanners. Sales increased in most geographic territories,
particularly in Europe and North America. Looking forward, I am optimistic about
the sales opportunities that should result from shipments of Metrologic's new
bi-optic supermarket scanner, Stratos(TM), which is currently being tested at
several locations. Shipments of Stratos should begin during this second quarter
and will represent further execution on our plan of expanding sales through the
introduction of new products to markets new to Metrologic."
2003 Outlook
Metrologic increased its financial projections for 2003. The Company expects
second quarter sales of approximately $30 million to $32 million and net income
of $0.26 to $0.28 per diluted earnings per share, assuming that the Severe Acute
Respiratory Syndrome ("SARS") related production delays remain at the present
minor level, and that the value of the euro compared to the U.S. dollar
maintains a range no worse than $1.02 to $1.07 U.S. dollars to the euro.
For the full year 2003, Metrologic expects sales of $127 million to $132 million
and net income of $1.10 to $1.15 per diluted earnings per share, excluding the
one-time gain of $2.2 million and the write-off of certain costs associated with
the Company's new credit agreements in the first quarter as noted above.
About Metrologic
Metrologic designs, manufactures and markets bar code scanning and high-speed
automated data capture systems solutions using laser, holographic, camera and
vision-based technologies. Metrologic offers expertise in 1D and 2D bar code
reading, portable data collection, optical character recognition, image lift,
and parcel dimensioning and singulation detection for customers in retail,
commercial, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and postal and parcel
delivery industries. In addition to its extensive line of bar code scanning and
vision system equipment, the company also provides laser beam delivery and
control systems to semi-conductor and fiber optic manufacturers, as well as a
variety of highly sophisticated optical systems. Metrologic products are sold in
more than 100 countries worldwide through Metrologic's sales, service and
distribution offices located in North and South America, Europe and Asia.
Forward-Looking Statements
Forward-looking statements contained in this release are highly dependent upon a
variety of important factors which would cause actual results to differ
materially from those reflected in such forward looking statements.
Specifically, the factors that could cause actual results to differ from
expectations include: The timing, introduction and market acceptance of
Metrologic's new products including, but not limited to the Stratos; foreign
currency fluctuations with the US dollar; the potential impact on production and
sales resulting from the outbreak of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome ("SARS")
in Asian and other markets, pricing pressures; competitive factors; sales cycles
of Metrologic's products; Metrologic's ability to control manufacturing and
operating costs which affect future profitability; technological changes in the
scanner industry, specifically vision-based technologies; availability of patent
protection for Metrologic's camera, vision-based technologies and other
products; the resolution of litigation; general economic conditions; and the
potential impact of terrorism and international hostilities. When used in this
release and documents referenced, the words "believes," "expects," "may,"
"should," "seeks," or "anticipates," and similar expressions as they relate to
Metrologic or its management are intended to identify such forward-looking
statements. For additional factors, please see Metrologic's reports filed with
the Securities and Exchange Commission.
über 150% in den letzten 2 Monaten gestiegen sind. Mal sehen ob insbesondere Gruenis Zocker-Strategie am Ende dagegen besser dasteht. Es bleibt spannend.
Gruss E.
Natürlich hat auch GVHR gute Zahlen abgeliefert und ein herausragenden Outlook. Schon ein bisschen älter, vom 24. April. Nur kein Chart kommt aus dem Nirvana.
UPDATE 2-Gevity profit doubles, stock at two-year high
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2003 4:25 PM
- Reuters U.S. Company News
(Updates with stock performance and analyst comments)
NEW YORK, April 24 (Reuters) - Shares of Gevity HR Inc. (GVHR) , a human-resources services provider, on Thursday rose to a two-year high as the company reported first-quarter earnings more than doubled and raised its full-year outlook.
Bradenton, Florida-based Gevity said net income was $2.6 million, or 12 cents a share, compared with $990,000, or 5 cents a share, a year earlier.
Revenue rose 12.8 percent to $102.8 million from $91.1 million.
Gevity also reported the elimination of health benefits subsidy and a 3.5 percent reduction in operating expenses.
The company's chief executive and chairman, Erik Vonk, said the company would provide additional services for a premium, which will increase profits.
Looking forward, Gevity raised its earnings outlook for 2003, saying it now expects profits to rise at least 100 percent, to at least 45 cents a share, from its prior forecast for 50 percent growth over 2002, due to higher sales growth because of its competitive pricing.
"The company is highly price competitive compared to competitors like Administaff (ASF) , and there is an opportunity for slight price increases that could translate in higher revenues and profits," said Andrew Lahde, an analyst with Roth Capital Partners.
Shares of the company closed at $9.02, 5.37 percent higher, on Thursday on the Nasdaq. It was the highest level since January 21, 2000.
Cool übrigens, dass Du wieder da bist. Da ist gleich viel mehr Leben bei den US-Titel!
Grüße
PAvian
Ich glaube, dass wir grössere Experten sind, als mancher Fondsmanager für nordamerikanische Shares.
Die Frage die sich mir nur stellt, müssen wir uns selbst vor übertriebenem Aktionismus
in Schutz nehmen?
Bei einwöchiger Spielweise gehe ich für meinen Teil jedenfalls zu schnell aus den guten Titeln raus.
Gruss E.
