AmeraMex International Announces a Profitable First Quarter and Its Fifth Consecutive Profitable Quarter


CHICO, CA--(Marketwire - May 15, 2012) - AmeraMex International, Inc. (OTCQB: AMMX) (PINKSHEETS: AMMX), a provider of heavy equipment to logistics companies (stevedoring), infrastructure construction, commercial farming and mining companies, today reported financial results for its first quarter, ended March 31, 2012.

First Quarter 2012 Highlights:

  • Fifth consecutive profitable quarter
  • Orders totaling $2.4 million were booked in the first quarter; second quarter bookings currently stand at $500,000 with a $200,000 order pending
  • Net income increased over 300 percent when compared to the first quarter of 2011
  • Gross profit margins rose from 40 percent to 66 percent when compared to the first quarter of 2011
  • EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) increased to $44,490, a 140 percent increase when compared to EBITDA of $18,504 for first quarter of 2011
  • Projects in multiple African countries are once again gaining momentum

For the quarter, the company reported revenue of $989,962, with net income of $23,071. While revenue was down slightly for the first quarter, gross profit increased 35 percent when compared to the first quarter of 2011. AmeraMex captures revenue upon shipment of equipment to its customers.

AmeraMex CEO Lee Hamre commented, "Sales in the U.S. remain sluggish but like other heavy equipment companies, a large portion of our revenue is being generated from countries in Africa, South America and Asia -- emerging countries with requirements for natural resources such oil, precious metals and food and an infrastructure for in-country logistics to support continued growth. These countries have a pent up demand for economical heavy equipment, spare parts and consultants to assist with infrastructure projects; all carry better profit margins then the same equipment and services sold within the U.S."

Hamre continued, "We are expanding our reach within emerging countries by working through partnerships, government agencies and business consultants. The most valuable lesson we have learned is patience! This month we have visitors coming from Africa to discuss infrastructure projects that have funds identified and earmarked by country's government. We will share as much as possible as the process continue to gain momentum."

AmeraMex International, Inc.
CONDENSED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
For the Period Ended
March 31, 2012
For the Period Ended
March 31, 2011
Sales $ 989,962 $ 1,183,292
Cost of Sales 335,479 698,228
Gross Profit 654,483 485,064
Expenses:
Operating Expenses 609,893 466,559
Total Expenses 609,893 466,559
Net Income (loss) from Operations 44,590 18,505
Other Income and Expenses
Interest Expense 4,000 4,873
Income Tax Provision 829 -
Depreciation 16,690 10,298
Net Income (Loss) $ 23,071 $ 3,334
Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Share 0.000 0.000
Weighted Average Shares Outstanding 388,677,215 379,251,000
Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share 0.000 0.000
AmerMex International, Inc
Balance Sheet
March 31, 2012
(unaudited)
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 26,039
Accounts Receivable 454,715
Inventory 646,646
Other Current Assets 13,193
Total Current Assets $ 1,140,593
Non Current Assets
Investments 137,445
Property, Plant & Equipment 2,245,722
Less Accumulated Depreciation (2,025,716 )
Total Non-Current Assets 357,451
Other Assets 137,445
TOTAL ASSETS $ 1,635,489
LIABILITIES
Current Liabilities
Purchase Orders 659,892
Accounts Payable 766,641
Taxes Payable 216,105
Other Current Payables 71,690
Total Current Liabilities $ 1,714,328
Non Current Liabilities
Notes Payable 668,292
TOTAL LIABILITIES $ 2,382,620
EQUITY
Capital Stock 204,025
Additional Paid in Capital 1,768,352
Retained Earnings (Prior) (2,742,579 )
Retained Earnings (Current) (23,071 )
Total (747,131 )
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY $ 1,635,489
NUMBER OF SHARES ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING 388,677,215

About AmeraMex International
AmeraMex International sells, leases and rents heavy equipment to companies within four industries: construction (light and infrastructure), shipping logistics, mining and commercial farming. AmeraMex International's largest product line is specialized container handling equipment that enables stevedoring companies to quickly and efficiently load and offload container and general freight ships dockside. AmeraMex, with customers in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe, has over 30 years of experience in heavy equipment sales and service and inventories top-of-the-line equipment from manufacturers such as Taylor Machine Works Inc. and Terex Heavy Equipment. For more information visit the AmeraMex website, www.AMMX.net.

Safe Harbor Statement
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