RIDGELAND, Miss., July 18, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Knobias, Inc. (OTCBB:KNBS) announced today that it has selected AML Communications Inc. (OTCBB:AMLJ) as the SPOT of the week in the Knobias Small-Cap "ClipReport."
AML Communications, Inc. designs & manufactures radio frequency (RF) & microwave, low noise, medium & high power amplifiers for a variety of frequency ranges & transmission protocols. AMLJ has 2 reportable segments consisting of: (1) amplifiers & related products by AML Communications for the defense microwave; and, (2) wireless communications market & high power microwave amplifiers by its Microwave Power division for the defense market.
The Bulls say . . .
-- Turnaround & Execution. Since its 2002 Nasdaq delisting & 2004 acquisition, AMLJ has accomplished quite a turnaround. AMLJ recently reported 2005 revenues of $8.7M, up +24% year/year, & nearly double 2003. Net income for 2005 slipped -7%, but since a $1.2M loss in 2003, AMLJ has reported 8 consecutive profitable quarters and 2005 income is up +167% vs. 2003.
The Bears say . . .
-- Competitive Risk. The defense industry is intensely competitive & AMLJ faces some pretty hefty competitors. You can see hints of fierce competition in AMLJ's net profit margin. 2005 net profit margin fell to 10.8% from 14.5% in 2004. AMLJ attributed the decrease to "more competitive pricing".
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