Breaks Categories: Stock Spotlights

WednesdayMay 03, 2017 11:54 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – EcoStim Energy Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: ESES) Secures Long-Term Contract Valued at Over $50M; Shares Soar

Shares of Eco-Stim Energy Solutions (NASDAQ: ESES) are up more than 50% after the company said it is has been awarded a two-year contract with the largest operator in Argentina for its tight gas completions program. Substantial work has already been performed under this contract, which was effective April 1, 2017. Per the contract, EcoStim will receive a guaranteed minimum compensation of approximately 40% of the contract value, although the operator anticipates the completion program to generate over $50 million in completions work over the contract's term. "This contract, together with the recently announced contract in Oklahoma, should give the…

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WednesdayMay 03, 2017 10:21 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) Issues Update on Initiatives to Maximize Corporate Value

SinglePoint, Inc. (OTC: SING), a holding company specializing in the acquisition of small to mid-size companies with an emphasis on new technologies, this morning offered an update on its current and future initiatives aimed at maximizing corporate value and increasing shareholder communication. “This is an exciting time for SinglePoint,” Greg Lambrecht, CEO of SinglePoint, stated in the news release. “We continue to increase value for our shareholders by focusing on acquisitions while strengthening inside sales and fund raising. We expect 2017 to be a great year for SinglePoint and look forward to providing additional updates on future acquisition targets, joint…

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MondayMay 01, 2017 12:43 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Westport Fuel Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: WPRT) Closes IMPCO Auxiliary Power Unit Assets Sale

Shares of Westport Fuel Systems’ (NASDAQ: WPRT) nudged higher today on word that the company has closed the sale of the assets of its IMPCO Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) business. After adjusting for projected net working capital, transaction costs, hold back amounts and other deal-related expenses, the net proceeds to Westport Fuel Systems were approximately $60 million. Additionally, the company has entered into an agreement with the purchaser to supply APU systems and parts for about five months. To view the full press release, visit: http://nnw.fm/4DCtD About Westport Fuel Systems Westport Fuel Systems is a company comprised of inventors, engineers,…

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MondayMay 01, 2017 12:33 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Amyris, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMRS) Advances Development of Healthy Sweetener; Industrial Production Set For 2018

Amyris (NASDAQ: AMRS) shares surged over 9% this morning after the company said it has made noteworthy progress in the development of its healthy sweetener product technology and that it expects industrial production to occur in 2018. Amyris is developing a low calorie, sustainably sourced No Compromise® sweetener intended to be sold at a lower cost than sugar. “Our efforts to give the consumer sustainably sourced, best performing products without dangerous ingredients is really starting to payoff. We believe we have the leading market position for sustainable, healthy sweeteners and we are very excited about helping the world transition away…

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MondayMay 01, 2017 10:47 am

NetworkNewsBreaks – Aeterna Zentaris Inc. (NASDAQ: AEZS) Shares Sink on Disappointing Zoptrex™ Trial Results; Company Re-routes Focus to Macrilen™

Shares of Aeterna Zentaris Inc. (NASDAQ: AEZS) plunged 58% this morning after the company said its phase 3 clinical trial of Zoptrex™ in women with locally advanced, recurrent or metastatic endometrial cancer failed to show a statistically significant increase in the average period of overall survival of patients treated with Zoptrex as compared to patients treated with doxorubicin. Based on the results, Aeterna CEO David Dodd said the company would not conduct clinical trials of Zoptrex for other indications and will turn its focus to filing a new drug application (NDA) for Macrilen™ for eventual commercial launch. To view the full…

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FridayApr 28, 2017 12:06 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – UniPixel, Inc. (NASDAQ: UNXL) Increases Manufacturing Capability; Shares Climb

Shares of UniPixel (NASDAQ: UNXL) are up 15% mid-morning after the company said that it has taken delivery of a new custom built, high-speed coating system for the application of its Diamond Guard™ glass replacement resin compound. The system is scheduled for installation in May 2017 and is expected to commence production in June 2017 to provide enhanced protection coating for the company’s XTouch™ sensors. "The addition of this advanced technology equipment, in addition to yield improvement, expands our Diamond Guard application capabilities at just the right time. We are making measurable progress in applying our Diamond Guard glass replacement…

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ThursdayApr 27, 2017 2:12 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – ProBility Media Corp. (PBYA) Aims to Occupy Leading Position in Construction Industry Training

ProBility Media (OTCQB: PBYA) recently acquired One Exam Prep LLC, gaining ground on its goal to become a leader in continuing education in the construction industry. “The company also expects its technology-driven construction training and education services to eventually be offered internationally. For now, its services are reinforcing continuous workplace learning and allowing workers all over the country to begin and advance their careers. ProBility’s unprecedented growth is showing in other ways, too. Recently, OTC Markets uplisted the company to the QB Tier, which requires annual certification and consistent reporting with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Its string of successful…

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ThursdayApr 27, 2017 12:12 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc.’s (SING) Unique Strategy Aims to Remove Risk While Expanding Portfolio

SinglePoint (OTC: SING) continues to pursue strategic opportunities to widen its foothold in the cannabis industry while hedging itself against potential risks regarding the legality of marijuana. “Focused on innovation, SinglePoint is expanding its portfolio in the cannabis markets with the strategic acquisition of companies that profit from the cannabis industry but don’t touch the plant itself. There’s little doubt that the marijuana market in the United States will continue to flourish and is poised for explosive upside growth. SinglePoint’s strategy positions the company to maximize profit from the marijuana markets yet virtually eliminate any downside risk exposure. The company’s…

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ThursdayApr 27, 2017 12:12 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Moxian (NASDAQ: MOXC) Generates E-Commerce Through Social Media Marketing

An April 2016 report by McKinsey & Company, Consumer China 2016 Survey (http://nnw.fm/QHb20), suggests that social media is gaining importance for companies like Moxian (NASDAQ: MOXC). “Moxian, Inc. is committed to growth in China’s online-to-offline (O2O) retail market, which is predicted by the Chinese to reach $48 billion in 1H17. Social media, an important part of Moxian’s marketing strategy, is playing a growing role in generating e-commerce apparel and dining revenues, research shows. A report by McKinsey & Company finds that the online market is changing retail buying patterns within China. Moxian is a high technology company which is transitioning…

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WednesdayApr 26, 2017 12:03 pm

NetworkNewsBreaks – Lightwave Logic, Inc. (LWLG) Achieves Bandwidth Suitable for 25Gbps in Modulator Prototype

Shares of Lightwave Logic (OTCQB: LWLG) are up 5% in mid-day trade following the company’s news that it has achieved bandwidth suitable for 25Gbps data rates in an all-organic polymer ridge waveguide intensity modulator prototype, representing a significant improvement over its initial 10Gbps device modulator. The Mach-Zehnder design allows Lightwave to address 100Gbps using its polymer photonics integrated circuit technology platform. "We expect that the 25Gbps device will generate significant industry attention as we squarely address powerful, cost-effective miniaturized solutions for both today's 100Gbps, and future 400Gbps higher performance markets," Lightwave CEO Tom Zelibor stated in the news release. To…

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