Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Defense stock, Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB:OPXS) through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Optex Systems, Inc. manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications.

Defense stock, Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB:OPXS) through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Optex Systems, Inc. manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications.


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Monday, April 12, 2010

Defense Stocks News ; DynCorp International Inc. (NYSE: DCP ) to Be Acquired By Cerberus Capital Management, L.P.

Defense Stocks News ; DynCorp International Inc. (NYSE: DCP ) to Be Acquired By Cerberus Capital Management, L.P.

DynCorp International Stockholders to Receive $17.55 per Share in Cash; Transaction Valued at $1.5 Billion

FALLS CHURCH, Va.----DynCorp International, Inc. (NYSE: DCP ), a leading global government services provider in support of U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliated funds and/or managed accounts of private investment firm Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. (“Cerberus”) in a transaction with a total value of approximately $1.5 billion, including the assumption of debt.



The agreement was approved by DynCorp International’s Board of Directors and the Board will recommend that DynCorp International’s stockholders approve the transaction. Under the agreement, DynCorp International’s stockholders will receive $17.55 in cash for each share of DynCorp International common stock they own, representing a premium of approximately 49% percent, based on the closing trading price of $11.75 on April 9, 2010, and approximately 50% over the 90-day average closing trading price. Cerberus has obtained fully committed financing for the transaction, consisting of a combination of equity financing from Cerberus and debt financing from Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Barclays Bank PLC, and Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. Each institution acted as a financial advisor to Cerberus as well.



William L. Ballhaus, DynCorp International’s President and Chief Executive Officer, commented on the transaction stating, "We are very excited about today's announcement and what it means for DynCorp International, our employees and our customers going forward. I believe that under this partnership with Cerberus, DynCorp International will be able to build on our extensive heritage and successful performance to continue to achieve our growth objectives. Importantly, this transaction is a major milestone for DynCorp International's continued leadership in serving our customers and supporting U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives."



“Cerberus is pleased to partner with the outstanding management team and dedicated employees of DynCorp International,” said Timothy F. Price, Cerberus Managing Director and spokesperson. “This exciting news underscores our successful track record in the government services sector and furthers our goal of continuing to grow our portfolio in this area. DynCorp International has a demonstrated history of strong customer oriented performance, from a unique global platform. We are confident that DynCorp International will continue to serve its customers well while expanding its service offerings to current and prospective customers.”



Transaction Details



Completion of the transaction is subject to customary conditions, including approval of the merger by the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of DynCorp International’s common stock and regulatory approvals including expiration or termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976. Assuming the satisfaction of conditions, the transaction is expected to close in the third or fourth calendar quarter of 2010. Upon completion of the merger, DynCorp International will become a private company, wholly-owned by Cerberus.



Under the terms of the agreement, DynCorp International may solicit alternative proposals from third parties for the 28-day period following the signing and intends to consider any such proposals. There can be no assurance that the solicitation of such proposals will result in an alternative transaction. In addition, DynCorp International may, at any time, subject to the terms of the merger agreement, respond to unsolicited proposals.



Affiliates of Veritas Capital Fund Management, L.L.C. have executed a Voting Agreement pursuant to which they have agreed to vote shares owned by them representing, in the aggregate, 34.9% of the outstanding shares of DynCorp International in favor of the transaction.


Goldman, Sachs & Co. acted as financial advisor to DynCorp International. Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP acted as outside legal counsel to the Company and Board of Directors of the Company. Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A. acted as special outside counsel to the Board of Directors of the Company.


Evercore Partners along with the previously mentioned Banks acted as financial advisors to Cerberus. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP and Jenner & Block, LLP acted as outside legal counsel to Cerberus.


About DynCorp International Inc.



DynCorp International is a global government services provider in support of U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives, delivering support solutions for defense, diplomacy, and international development. DynCorp International operates major programs in logistics, platform support, contingency operations, and training and mentoring to reinforce security, community stability, and the rule of law. DynCorp International is headquartered in Falls Church, Va. For more information, visit www.dyn-intl.com.


About Cerberus Capital Management, L.P.



Cerberus Capital Management, L.P., along with its affiliates, is one of the world's leading private investment firms with approximately $23 billion under management in funds and accounts. Through its team of investment and operations professionals, Cerberus specializes in providing both financial resources and operational expertise to help transform undervalued companies into industry leaders for long-term success and value creation. Cerberus holds controlling or significant minority interests in companies around the world. Cerberus is headquartered in New York City with affiliate and/or advisory offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. For more information, visit www.cerberuscapital.com.



Forward-Looking Statements



This communication contains forward-looking statements that involve numerous risks and uncertainties. The statements contained in this communication that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including, without limitation, statements regarding the expected benefits and closing of the proposed Merger, the management of the Company and the Company’s expectations, beliefs and intentions. All forward-looking statements included in this communication are based on information available to the Company on the date hereof. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “can,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential,” “targets,” “goals,” “projects,” “outlook,” “continue,” “preliminary,” “guidance,” or variations of such words, similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what impact they will have on our results of operations or financial condition. Accordingly, actual results may differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Neither the Company nor any other person can assume responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of forward-looking statements. There are various important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in any such forward-looking statements, many of which are beyond the Company’s control. These factors include: failure to obtain stockholder approval of the proposed Merger; failure to obtain, delays in obtaining or adverse conditions contained in any required regulatory or other approvals; failure to consummate or delay in consummating the transaction for other reasons; changes in laws or regulations; and changes in general economic conditions. The Company undertakes no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. For additional information please refer to the Company’s most recent Form 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K reports filed with the SEC.



Additional Information and Where To Find It



In connection with the proposed Merger and required stockholder approval, the Company will file a proxy statement with the SEC. The definitive proxy statement will be mailed to stockholders of the Company. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS ARE ADVISED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND OTHER RELEVANT MATERIALS WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY AND THE MERGER. Investors and security holders may obtain free copies of these documents (when they are available) and other documents filed with the SEC at the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. In addition, the documents filed by the Company with the SEC may be obtained free of charge by contacting DynCorp International Inc., Attn: Corporate Secretary, DynCorp International Inc., 3190 Fairview Park Drive, Suite 700, Falls Church, VA 22042. Our filings with the SEC are also available on our website at http://www.dyn-intl.com



The Company and its executive officers and directors may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the Company’s stockholders with respect to the Merger. Information about the Company’s executive officers and directors and their ownership of the Company’s Class A Common Stock is set forth in the proxy statement for the Company’s 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed with the SEC on June 15, 2009. Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding the direct and indirect interests of the Company and its respective executive officers and directors in the Merger by reading the preliminary and definitive proxy statements regarding the Merger, which will be filed with the SEC.



This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.





Contact:

DynCorp International

Craig R. Reed

Senior Vice President, Strategy & Corporate Development

703-462-7253


Source: DynCorp International

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Monday, March 29, 2010

Defense Stocks; American Science and Engineering (NASDAQ: ASEI) Receives $2.5 Million Service and Maintenance Order from the U.S. Government for ZBVs to Support Counterterrorism Missions

Defense Stocks; American Science and Engineering (NASDAQ: ASEI) Receives $2.5 Million Service and Maintenance Order from the U.S. Government for ZBVs to Support Counterterrorism Missions



BILLERICA, Mass.--( Investorideas.com Newswire ) American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E®) (NASDAQ: ASEI), a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray detection solutions, announced today the receipt of a service and maintenance order for $2.5 million from the U.S. government to support Z Backscatter™ Van (ZBV) X-ray inspection systems for strategic missions in harsh environments.


“We are pleased to provide continued first-class service and support for the U.S. government’s fleet of ZBVs deployed overseas for critical counterterrorism operations”

.“We are pleased to provide continued first-class service and support for the U.S. government’s fleet of ZBVs deployed overseas for critical counterterrorism operations,” said Anthony Fabiano, President and CEO. “As the number one selling non-intrusive mobile inspection system, the ZBV provides our customers with unparalleled detection and mobility to support efforts to uncover vehicle-borne explosives and other contraband.”
AS&E’s Z Backscatter Van (ZBV)

The Most Maneuverable, Versatile Mobile X-ray Detection System on the Market

A breakthrough in X-ray detection technology, AS&E’s Z Backscatter Van is the number one selling non-intrusive mobile inspection system on the market. The ZBV is a low-cost, highly mobile screening system built into a commercially available delivery van. The ZBV allows for immediate deployment in response to security threats and its high throughput capability facilitates rapid inspection. The system’s unique “drive-by” capability allows operators to conduct X-ray imaging while the ZBV drives past suspect vehicles and objects. For personnel safety in dangerous environments, a remote console is available for operating the system in stationary mode from a distance of up to 500 meters.



AS&E’s Worldwide Service and Support



AS&E’s highly skilled Field Service Engineers (FSEs) provide support services worldwide. Available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, AS&E’s service organization has multiple headquarter facilities located throughout the world.



About AS&E®
American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E) is the leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray inspection systems. With over 50 years of experience in developing advanced X-ray security systems, the Company’s product line utilizes a combination of technologies, including patented Z Backscatter™ technology, Radioactive Threat Detection (RTD), high energy transmission and dual energy transmission X-ray. These technologies offer superior X-ray threat detection for plastic explosives, plastic weapons, liquid explosives, dirty bombs and nuclear devices. AS&E’s complete range of products include cargo inspection systems for port and border security, baggage screening systems for facility and aviation security, and personnel and passenger screening systems. AS&E systems protect high-threat facilities and help combat terrorism and trade fraud, drug smuggling, weapon smuggling, and illegal immigration and people smuggling. AS&E customers include leading government agencies, border authorities, military bases, airports and corporations worldwide, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), UK Border Agency (UKBA), Hong Kong Customs, and Abu Dhabi Customs. For more information on AS&E products and technologies, please visit www.as-e.com.



Safe Harbor Statement. The foregoing press release contains statements concerning AS&E’s financial performance, markets and business operations that may be considered “forward-looking” under applicable securities laws. AS&E wishes to caution readers of this press release that actual results might differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statements. Factors which might cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements contained herein include the following: significant reductions, delays or cancellations (in full or in part) in procurements of the Company’s systems by the United States and other governments; disruption in the supply of any source component incorporated into AS&E's products; litigation seeking to restrict the use of intellectual property used by the Company; limitations under certain laws on the Company’s ability to protect its own intellectual property; potential product liability claims against the Company; global political trends and events which affect public perception of the threat presented by drugs, explosives and other contraband; global economic developments and the ability of governments and private organizations to fund purchases of the Company’s products to address such threats; the potential insufficiency of Company resources, including human resources, capital, plant and equipment and management systems, to accommodate any future growth; technical problems and other delays that could impact new product development and the Company’s ability to adapt to changes in technology and customer requirements; competitive pressures; lengthy sales cycles both in United States government procurement and procurement abroad; and future delays in federal funding. These and certain other factors which might cause actual results to differ materially from those projected are detailed from time to time in AS&E’s periodic reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which important factors are incorporated herein by reference. AS&E undertakes no obligation to update forward looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or changes in future operating results, financial condition or business over time. Readers are further advised to review the “Risk Factors” set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, which further detail and supplement the factors described in this Safe Harbor Statement. Among other disclosures, the Risk Factors disclose risks pertaining to that portion of the Company’s business that is dependent on United States government contracting as well as international customers. As a contractor with the United States government, a significant number of the Company’s government contracts may be terminated at the government’s discretion
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Saturday, March 27, 2010

Investorideas.com April 2010 Update for Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Directory; 491 Stocks

Investorideas.com April 2010 Update for Homeland Security and Defense Stocks Directory


Directory Includes 491 Publicly Traded Homeland Security, Security and Defense Stocks


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2-Track Global Inc. (OTCBB:TOTG) is a technology development and marketing company which owns, operates and licences proprietary telematics solutions combining hardware and software applications run over wireless or satellite networks to deliver remote security management of marine and cargo fleets (including consumer solutions aimed at the leisure, marine and domestic security markets) and commercial vehicle plant and machinery management and security. The company has communications architecture technology, which provides global logistics solutions for the remote monitoring of freight containers over multiple transport mores.

4C Controls (OTCBB: FOUR) is an early stage company offering high technology integrated security solutions providing real-time early warning and reduction of time scales from threat-detection to termination in the field. The Company's primary focus is on cutting-edge technologies and large distribution networks including high resolution synthetic aperture radar satellites (SAR) and satellite images; ground high performance radars for intrusion detection and electronic surveillance / access control markets such as biometric, radio frequency identification (RFID), real time locating systems (RTLS) and closed-circuit television (CCTV).

AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR) AAR is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the worldwide aerospace and defense industry. With facilities and sales locations around the world, AAR uses its close-to-the-customer business model to serve aviation and defense customers through four operating segments: Aviation Supply Chain; Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul; Structures and Systems; and Aircraft Sales and Leasing.

Abaxis Inc. (NasdaqGS:ABAX) Abaxis develops, manufactures and markets portable blood analysis systems for use in any veterinary or human patient-care setting to provide clinicians with rapid blood constituent measurements. The system consists of a compact, 5.1 kilogram (11.2 pounds), portable analyzer and a series of single-use plastic discs, called reagent discs that contain all the chemicals required to perform a panel of up to 13 tests on veterinary patients and 14 tests on human patients. The system can be operated with minimal training and performs multiple routine tests on whole blood, serum or plasma samples. The system provides test results in less than 12 minutes with the precision and accuracy equivalent to a clinical laboratory analyzer.

ABM Industries Inc. (NYSE:ABM) ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries (collectively “ABM”), is among the leading providers of facility services in the United States. With fiscal 2008 revenues in excess of $3.6 billion and more than 100,000 employees, ABM provides janitorial, facility, engineering, parking and security services for thousands of commercial, industrial, institutional and retail facilities across the United States, Puerto Rico and British Columbia, Canada. ABM’s business services include ABM Janitorial Services; ABM Facility Services; ABM Engineering Services; Ampco System Parking; and ABM Security Services.

Acambis (AIM:ACM.L; ACAMY.PK) Acambis is a leading vaccine company developing novel vaccines that address significant unmet medical needs or substantially improve standards of care. Acambis is recognised internationally as the leading producer of smallpox vaccines for emergency-use stockpiles held by the US Government and several other governments around the world. Acambis developed its ACAM2000™ smallpox vaccine under contracts with the US Government.

Accenture Ltd (NYSE: ACN) With proven delivery excellence, innovative organizational, process and technology solutions, defense and commercial experience, broad capabilities and global resources, Accenture helps support the warfighter and achieve high performance at speed in a complex and changing environment. Accenture delivers world-class capabilities to defense clients worldwide. As conditions and requirements change, we stand ready with proven technology, resources and systems to help achieve battlefield dominance, superior warfighting capability and victory.

ACI Worldwide (NasdaqGS:ACIW) ACI Worldwide is a leading provider of electronic payments software and services to major banks, retailers and processors around the world. The company's solutions enable online payment processing, online banking, fraud prevention and detection, and back office services such as settlement, account management, card management and dispute processing. ACI solutions provide market-leading levels of reliability, manageability and scale to over 800 customers in 88 countries.

Acorn Energy, Inc. (NasdaqGM:ACFN) Acorn Energy is holding company focused on improving the efficiency and environmental impact of the energy infrastructure, fossil fuel and nuclear industries. It also offers RT Solutions that focus on naval solutions to the commercial, defense, and homeland security markets, as well as other real-time and embedded hardware and software development in Israel. The naval solutions include Diver Detection Sonar (DDS) system that guards ports and shore installations from underwater threats; Mobile Acoustic Range system to measure radiated noise of submarines and surface vessels; Generic Sonar Simulator for training ASW, submarine, and mine detection sonar operators; Harbor Surveillance System that incorporates DDS sensors with above-water surveillance sensors to create above and below water security system; and Underwater Acoustic Signal Analysis system to process, analyze, and classify acoustic signals radiated by various sources and received by naval sonar systems.

ActivIdentity Corp. (NASDAQGM: ACTI) ActivIdentity Corporation is a global leader in strong authentication and credential management, providing solutions to confidently establish a person's identity when interacting digitally. For more than two decades the company's experience has been leveraged by security-minded organizations in large-scale deployments such as the U.S. Department of Defense, Nissan, and Saudi Aramco. The company's customers have issued over 100 million credentials securing the holder's digital identity.

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Friday, February 19, 2010

Defense Stock Profile for United Protection Security Group Inc. (TXS.V: UZZ)

Defense Stock Profile for United Protection Security Group Inc. (TXS.V: UZZ)




Point Roberts WA, Delta B.C., February 19 , 2010 - www.InvestorIdeas.com and its leading defense investor portals www.Homelanddefensestocks.com and www.nationalhomelandsecurityknowledgebase.com announce a stock profile for defense stock United Protection Security Group Inc. (TXS.V:UZZ).


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Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Homeland Security Stocks News - Morpho Detection Announces Ruggedized Handheld Trace Detector

Homeland Security Stocks News - Morpho Detection Announces Ruggedized Handheld Trace Detector


Hardened MobileTrace® detection system designed for extreme environmental conditions and frontline deployment


Sagem Sécurité’s Morpho Detection, a business of the SAFRAN Group (PAR: SAF)


HEIDELBERG, Germany--( Investorideas.com, Homelanddefensestocks.com ) --Morpho Detection, Inc., a business of Safran group’s Sagem Sécurité division, today announced the release of its Hardened MobileTrace® handheld trace detection system.



“Morpho Detection is committed to developing products that address detection and identification of the constantly evolving threats our customers face in the places they encounter them, including the most challenging field environments.”

.In addition to the proven explosives and narcotics detection capabilities of the standard MobileTrace, the Hardened MobileTrace can detect and identify chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals that can be weaponized. Engineered to meet the U.S. Department of Defense’s MIL-STD-810-G standard for temperature, dust, impact and humidity, the Hardened MobileTrace is designed for quick, accurate detection in the most challenging environments.



“The expanded detection capabilities of the ruggedized Hardened MobileTrace make it an especially valuable tool for field operations and investigations involving standard explosives, narcotics, chemical warfare substances and other toxic industrial chemicals,” said Dennis Cooke, president and CEO, Morpho Detection, Inc. “Morpho Detection is committed to developing products that address detection and identification of the constantly evolving threats our customers face in the places they encounter them, including the most challenging field environments.”



MobileTrace incorporates Morpho Detection’s patented ITMS™ (Ion Trap Mobility Spectrometer), or trace, technology into a highly portable device. ITMS explosives and narcotics detection sensitivity and reliability has already been proven in other Morpho Detection trace-based products used at military bases, border crossings, airports and other facilities and critical security checkpoints around the world.



Morpho Detection will demonstrate the Hardened MobileTrace to the U.S. military and intelligence communities at the U.S. European Command Intelligence Summit and Technology Exposition in Heidelberg, Germany, February 15-17, 2010. The exhibition will be held at the Heidelberg Convention Center, Booth #11. Viewing times are as follows:



•Monday, February 15: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

•Tuesday, February 16: 9:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.

•Wednesday, February 17: 9:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

For more information regarding Hardened MobileTrace or other Morpho Detection products, please visit www.morphodetection.com.



About Morpho Detection, Inc.



Sagem Sécurité’s Morpho Detection, a business of the SAFRAN Group (PAR: SAF), is a leading supplier of explosives and narcotics detection systems for government, military, air and ground transportation, first responder, critical infrastructure and other high-risk organizations. Formed in 2009 following SAFRAN Group’s acquisition of GE Security’s Homeland Protection business, Morpho Detection integrates computed tomography (CT), Raman Spectroscopy, trace (ITMS™ technology), X-ray and X-ray Diffraction technologies into solutions that can make security activities more accurate, productive and efficient. With industry-leading products such as the Itemiser® DX trace detection system, the CTX line of explosive detection systems (EDS), and the StreetLab® Mobile hand-held chemical and biological substance identification unit, Morpho Detection’s solutions are deployed to help protect people and property in some of the most important and sensitive world locations.

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Friday, February 12, 2010

Investor Ideas predicts Water Stocks, Homeland Security Stocks and Nanotechnology Stocks will be sectors to watch this year!

Investorideas.com Top Investor Searches; Renewable Energy Stocks, Water Stocks, Natural Gas Stocks, Gold Stocks and Nanotechnology Stocks
POINT ROBERTS, Wash., Delta, B.C. – February 12, 2010 - www.InvestorIdeas.com, a global investor research portal announces this week’s top ten search phrases from inbound global investors. Top investor searches included renewable energy stocks, natural gas stocks, water stocks, gold stocks, coal stocks and nanotechnology stocks.
Investor Ideas collects site search data on a weekly basis and gets to see what sectors global investors are searching for. Based on recent weekly data, Investor Ideas predicts 2010 Water Stocks, Homeland Security Stocks and Nanotechnology Stocks will be some of the most interesting sectors to watch this year! Investor Ideas currently has comprehensive stock directories and content for water and Homeland Security and is in the process of updating the nanotechnology stocks directory for investors.

Investorideas.com announces two recently added water investing columns for 2010, Hydro commerce Corner-Where Water & Money Meet with Bill Brennan and BlueTech Tracker with Paul O’Callaghan. Read the columns at http://www.water-stocks.com/, the water investor portal within Investor Ideas.

Energy investors following natural gas stocks can also track the new Energy Investing column with Karl Miller : http://www.naturalgasstocks.com/Karl_Miller/


The Top 10 Investor Search List is featured on Investorideas.com home page and is updated each Wednesday for investors to review.
This week’s top 10:
1. Renewable energy stocks- Visit the Renewable Energy Stocks Directory to Research Green Stocks
2. Natural gas stocks – Visit the Natural Gas Stocks Directory to research Natural Gas Stocks
3. Water stocks Visit the Water Stocks Directory to Research Water Stocks
4. Green energy companies
5. Natural gas news
6. Coal stocks Visit the Coal Stocks Directory to Research Coal Stocks
7. Alternative energy companies
8. Gold stocks- Research gold and mining stocks with the mining stocks directory
9. Nanotechnology stocks-
10. Water companies


See our complete list of stock directories by sector at Investor Ideas and research stocks in each sector.
Investorideas.com Members currently have access to ten stock directories in leading sectors. Investorideas.com plans to add several new directories, services and premium offers to members over the year ahead.

Visit the Investor Ideas membership page to learn more at:
http://www.investorideas.com/membership/


Current list of stock directories available to members or individually :
Investors are also reminded to sign up for the launch of the new free investor newsletter – the next great investor idea! Investors can sign up for the new free newsletter on the pop- up box on the home page of www.investorideas.com or the newsletter sign up page.

About InvestorIdeas.com:

Investor Ideas is a global financial media online destination specialized in sector investing content. Investor Ideas (and portals within the hub) was one of the first online investing and business resources providing in-depth information, news and stock directories in renewable energy, homeland security and water sectors. InvestorIdeas.com features over twenty industry sectors and global markets including China, India, Middle East and Australia.

More about us : http://www.investorideas.com/About/

Disclaimer: Our sites do not make recommendations. Nothing on our sites should be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell products or securities. We attempt to research thoroughly, but we offer no guarantees as to the accuracy of information presented. All Information relating to featured companies is sourced from public documents and/ or the company and is not the opinion of our web sites. This site is currently compensated by featured companies, news submissions and online advertising. www.InvestorIdeas.com/About/Disclaimer.asp

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