Sign Up NowThis Month's Tiny Gems - July 2009

CIBT Education Group Inc. (AMEX: MBA)
Endeavour Silver Corp. (AMEX: EXK)
True Religion Apparel, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRLG)

 

 

 

CIBT Education Group Inc. (AMEX: MBA)

 

CIBT Education Group Inc. (AMEX: MBA), an education management and investment company, has its primary focus on the global education market. Through its three subsidiaries, the company possesses a combined operating history of more than a century in China and Canada’s education sectors. CIBT currently owns and operates a network of 45 business and language colleges with a presence in Canada, China, Vietnam, Jordan and the Philippines.

 

The company offers business and management degree programs, automotive, and diesel maintenance programs, IT programs, and career/vocational programs through its global network of campuses. CIBT has established aggressive plans for expansion designed to create more than 50 additional teaching locations in China by next year, with plans for additional schools in South Korea, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, India and other parts of Asia.

 

CIBT’s plan to expand into other Asian markets utilizes a “Spoke & Hub” model with a regional full-size campus servicing CIBT Centers which reach into various Asian markets. The Hubs will also accommodate the company’s plans for growth in technical and vocational sectors such as hotel management, construction trades management, multimedia animation and film production. CIBT has also told of plans to acquire other state-owned colleges and transform them into private businesses or career colleges.

 

The company aims to create a massive distribution network for its educational services, solidify its footprint in China and build momentum to expand across Asia. In view of its past success, CBIT has much to be proud of as it remains focused on the future with ambitious plans to become a global leader within one of Asia's fastest growing sectors.

 

For additional information, visit: http://www.cibt.net

 

 

 

Endeavour Silver Corp. (AMEX: EXK)

 

Endeavour Silver Corp. (AMEX: EXK) is a small-cap silver mining company committed to growing its silver production, reserves and resources in Mexico. Since inception in 2004, the company has posted four consecutive years of silver production and resource growth. With organic expansion programs now underway at its two operating silver mines in Mexico and a strategic acquisition program in place, Endeavour is well on its way to becoming the next premier mid-tier primary silver producer.

 

The company believes Mexico to be the world's premier silver exploration and mining country for several reasons. Historically and presently the country is the world’s number one silver producer with historic production of over 10 billion ounces of silver. With a 500 year mining history, rational environmental policies, excellent infrastructure and a firm government commitment to natural resources development, it’s easy to understand Endeavour’s high regard for Mexico.

 

Last year, Endeavour increased its silver production to 2,340,000 oz. (plus gold) which represents a growth rate of 600% since 2004. The company has made significant investments at Guanacevi and Guanajuato to expand capacities to 4.5 million oz silver per year and is now focused on expanding the mines to full capacity. Endeavour also plans to grow by exploration and development of its existing properties and is actively seeking acquisitions with existing or near term silver production.

 

The company is led by a highly knowledgeable management team retaining centuries of combined experience. Endeavour’s strong organic growth potential of its core assets, high silver grades and leverage to the price of silver, exploration upside of its Mexican mining properties, as well as the significant under-utilized capacities of the Guanacevi and Guanajuato plants has the company well positioned for exceptional success.

 

For additional information, visit: http://www.edrsilver.com

 

 

 

True Religion Apparel, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRLG)

 

True Religion Apparel, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRLG) focuses on designing, manufacturing and marketing apparel, including its premium True Religion Brand Jeans. The company’s product line, which includes high-quality denim, sportswear, and licensed clothing, can be found in contemporary department stores and boutiques in 50 countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, Japan, Korea, France, Spain, Sweden, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Australia, South Africa and China.

 

The company was founded in 2002 with the purpose of redefining premium denim. Jeffrey Lubell, founder of True Religion, set the company’s vision on making quality, American-made, authentic, timeless, great fitting jeans attire, with a trendsetting appeal for today’s consumer. This focus has solidified True Religion’s brand position as a leader in premium denim and casual sportswear around the world.

 

While adding to its line of jeans and sportswear, the company recently branched out into numerous licensed products such as footwear, headwear, handbags, swimwear, eyewear, hosiery, socks, and fragrance. True Religion has also been aggressively rolling out its own branded retail stores across the United States, providing the company with a platform to showcase its entire line of products.

 

Despite the recession, True Religion has been able to increase both its revenues and net income. Total net sales for the first quarter totaled $63.6 million, a 19.1% increase from the same period a year earlier, and net income increased 9.8%. Commenting on his company’s financial results, CEO Jeffrey Lubell emphasized their commitment to deliver innovative jeans, sportswear and licensed products, while reaching more consumers through branded retail stores and wholesale partners.

 

For additional information, visit: http://www.truereligionbrandjeans.com