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Aladdin Trading New (Pink Sheets: ADTJ)
Macau Beer Enters the Las Vegas Market
Jul 26, 2007 -- Aladdin Beverage, Importer and distributor of fine beer and ale throughout the United States, and importer of the Macau Beer brand, has finally launched in the Las Vegas market.
"Macau and Vegas are a natural fit. With so many Las Vegas casino operations opening up or in the midst of opening up in Macau, it was time," states Ted O'Connor, President of Aladdin. O'Connor goes on to say, "Macau is gathering much attention from the media these days. Vegas gaming giants such as Wynn Resorts and the Sands Corp. already operate in Macau and it certainly doesn't hurt that Macau has recently surpassed Las Vegas as the #1 gaming destination in the world." O' Connor goes on further to say, "I just recently read that the Nevada gaming legislators have given MGM Mirage the go ahead on their planned $1.5 billion MGM Grand Macau hotel and gaming resort in Macau, China. News like this only helps our beer with its branding efforts." Aladdin has kicked off their initial push into Las Vegas with much success. The response has been very positive. One such customer carrying the Macau line of imported beer is the recently opened tavern appropriately named Little Macau. This Asian themed tavern is homage to Macau both past and present.
About Aladdin Trading & Co. (DBA: Aladdin Beverage): Headquartered in New York City, Aladdin Trading is a leading fine craft beer and ale importer serving the North American markets. It is Aladdin's goal to be known as the top beer importer to North America, with only quality and forward-thinking brands in its portfolio. Our mission is to generate sustained growth for all the brands in our portfolio and generate maximum return on investments. For more information, visit the company's web site at http://www.aladdinbeverage.com.
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Barclays plc (NYSE: BCS)
July 25, 2007 -- Many of Barclays (NYSE:BCS) 'largest shareholders have failed to take up their full allocation of stock offered under a special clawback arrangement announced by the UK lender when it brought on board Temasek of Singapore and China Development Bank to become significant investors.
Barclays announced the arrangement this week as part of its revised *68bn ($93.2bn) cash-and-shares offer for Dutch rival ABN Amro.
The clawback by Barclays was offered to existing shareholders at 740p per share so that their holdings would not be diluted by the two new investors.
However, only 153m of 229.7m shares on offer to existing shareholders have been taken up by investors.
In addition, few of Barclays' top 30 shareholders took up the placing option in spite of the fact that the shares will only be issued if Barclays wins the bid battle for ABN Amro. To win, Barclays' share price must rise to at least 794p - the level required in order to beat the rival bid offered by the RBS-led consortium. A small number of investors, thought to be mainly hedge funds, are known to have seen their allocations scaled back partly because they were not seen as long-term investors in the bank.
Barclays exercised its discretion to reduce allocations to such investors.
One investor said: "The deal is very clever and fulfils a number of objectives. It would be daft not to subscribe for shares and we were always going to be scaled back.
"But Barclays is still issuing equity on a price earnings of nine times for ABN at a considerably higher price. And it is still below the RBS offer which is still in the lead." The low take-up from the largest institutions is thought to reflect the difficult stock market conditions on Tuesday which saw Barclays shares close at 738p - below the clawback price of 740p. Barclays shares closed down 14p at 725p last night.
It also reflects the fact that many of the largest institutions did not wish to be committed to buying Barclays stock at 740p in several months' time during which time the stock market could have fallen.
Also some institutions were afraid that if Fortis struggles to get enough shareholder support at its extraordinary general meeting on August 6 then the RBS-led consortium could fail.
If that were to happen, Barclays would have the only bid left on the table and its shares might fall back.
Assuming the Barclays/ABN deal goes through, China Development Bank will hold 6.7 per cent and Temasek will hold 2.5 per cent of Barclays. China Development Bank will subscribe for 582 shares at a price of GBP7.40 and Temasek will subscribe for 153m shares at GBP7.40
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Shotpak, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SHTP)
QualityStocks News - ShotPak Airs on NBC's Today Show
July 25, 2007 -- ShotPak (SHTP.PK) announces that their product line of premium distilled spirits and premium vodka flavored mixed cocktails were featured on NBC's Today Show in a segment titled "Five Things You Need To Know about Summer Beverages." The show aired mid-morning today and a clip of the segment will be posted on ShotPak's website before the end of the week for viewing by customers and shareholders.
Today, usually referred to as The Today Show, is an American morning news and talk show airing weekday mornings on the NBC television network, and is the second-longest running American television series. Today has been the highest-rated morning news and talk show in the United States since the week of December 11, 1995.
Ignus Hattingh, CEO and Founder of ShotPak Inc., stated, "NBC's Today Show is providing us with a national platform to enlighten the public to a product that adds value to any lifestyle. We are proud to be on such a quality show and the timing is great because we are in the middle of a national rollout, of our newly packaged products." Information on ShotPak, Inc.: ShotPak, Inc., an Irvine, California-based company, since 2003, is a leading distiller and innovator of cocktails and straight spirits in patented soft portable single serving standup pouches. With over 50 years of combined experience and expertise in alcohol distilling, distribution and field marketing, retail placement and promotion as well as consumer trial and adoption, they prove to be a forerunner in the single serve Ready to Drink (RTD) alcohol category. With the successful launch of four premium vodka flavored drinks and four premium distilled spirits in January 2007, ShotPak has instantaneously captured national attention in the rapidly emerging $110 billion plus alcohol beverage industry, with distilled spirits showing an 8.1% increase. They are recognized for being visionaries with their award-winning spirits and revolutionary packaging which gives consumers a cost effective way to purchase spirits without the bulky bottle.
ShotPak products are packaged in single serving, lightweight, break-resistant, recyclable plastic pouches with a built-in spout making it easy to pour anywhere. ShotPak products are ideal for camping, boating, golfing, concerts, sporting events, or for anyone on-the-go. Made with recyclable plastic instead of glass, ShotPak products provide a safe alternative especially during summer activities. ShotPak, Inc. is immersed in a national roll-out through strategic distribution channels and is expected to be available in most major markets this year.
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Release date: 27 Jul 2007
