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Capstone Turbine announces new distributor agreement for the Caribbean (CPST) 2.12 +0.22 : Co announces the signing of a new Distributor agreement with Energy Systems of Caribbean for all applications and market segments in the Caribbean, including the British Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands.


52wk Range: 0.86 - 2.28
Volume: 4,756,740
Avg Vol (3m): 2,863,300

Technicals
Percentage Gainer

Last Price Quote is:
10.71%above 13-day MA
21.80%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 97 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $267.88 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

CAPSTONE TURBINE rocking on all cylinders. 
This is a text book case of doing everything right.
Every business must establish distribution networks in order to be successful,
CPST is doing it by the books !
To have GROWTH, you must have distributor to push your product while you pull them in...ha,ha, I'm sure MBA's know what I'm talking about. Moreover, the industry/environment for products such as CPST is becoming more and more in demand. It's already in NY, so I'm pretty sure other cities are looking at CPST as an alternative energy. 
It looks like the new management's marketing plan of using dealers is working.


52wk Range: 0.86 - 2.28
Volume: 3,832,650
Avg Vol (3m): 2,913,120

Technicals
Last Price Quote is:
10.83%above 13-day MA
23.15%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: N/A 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $267.88 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

CHATSWORTH, Calif., Apr 01, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Capstone Turbine Corporation (www.microturbine.com) (CPST, Trade), the world's leading clean technology manufacturer of microturbine energy systems, today announced that it received a 150 unit order for C30 Capstone MicroTurbines(R) to be deployed in ECOSaver IV hybrid electric buses manufactured by DesignLine International. This is the largest order to date for Capstone products in a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) application.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with manufacturing facilities in Charlotte and Ashburton, New Zealand, DesignLine was established in 1985 and produces high quality coaches, buses and specialty vehicles for the worldwide market with particular focus on its industry leading ECOSaver IV hybrid vehicle.

"This substantial order from our partner, DesignLine International, calls for shipments through June 2009 to their new plant in North Carolina," said Jim Crouse, Capstone's Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "One of DesignLine's business goals is to work closely with its customers and encourage public transportation as an attractive option to private vehicles. Thus, the vehicles designed and built by DesignLine feature wide entry doors, super low floors, and spacious and comfortable interiors," added Crouse.

"We are very pleased with the success DesignLine has had in deploying our microturbines in their buses for a number of years. Hybrid electric buses, built by DesignLine and equipped with Capstone microturbines, have been operating in various parts of the world for approximately 10 years. In recent product demonstrations the ECOSaver IV hybrid buses when equipped with our turbine have seen up to a 100% improvement in fuel economy over a traditional diesel bus which equates to fuel savings of up to 6,000 gallons per year according to DesignLine," said Darren Jamison, President and Chief Executive Officer of Capstone Turbine Corporation. "In addition, as responsible members of the world community, DesignLine takes environmental preservation seriously. Therefore, they have been designing and manufacturing their buses for maximum fuel efficiency and the lowest possible emissions to make every effort to protect the environment including aluminum floors to remove the structurally weaker and environmentally harmful marine grade plywood," added Jamison.

"The foundation of our company's success is based on our innovative designs, cost competitiveness and the high quality of our products. Our vehicles are constructed with advanced extruded aluminum technology making them lightweight and very strong. The end result is the most fuel efficient vehicle available," said Brad C. Glosson, Chief Executive Officer of DesignLine International. "A new day has dawned on the transit industry where the status quo is no longer acceptable and we, as a global community, must respond to the demand for the most fuel efficient, lowest emission and most reliable transit solutions possible. The ECOSaver IV hybrids provide unparalleled performance in all of these key areas. To achieve the goal of being the most environmentally-friendly hybrid available, DesignLine searches tirelessly for partners like Capstone. We employ the Capstone microturbine because we are impressed with the overall performance, the incredible reduction in the carbon footprint, reliable products and innovative solutions. We look forward to expanding further our successful relationship with Capstone," added Glosson.

Capstone MicroTurbines(R) are the only turbine systems being sold in volume on urban transit vehicles. Three primary attributes make Capstone-energized systems almost maintenance-free:

-- A Single Moving Part - A single turbine/compressor shaft with integrated generator.

-- Patented Air Bearings - The single moving part rides on a cushion of air. Consequently, Capstone MicroTurbines(R) never need oil or lubrication maintenance.

-- Air Cooled - No radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, belts or external accessories.

DesignLine's ECOSaver IV hybrid electric buses feature innovative styling, exceptional ride quality with improved gas mileage and lower emissions. During zero emission mode the noise level is near zero and with the Capstone unit running the noise level is approximately 75% lower than a traditional diesel bus. DesignLine calculates a 40% reduction in overall lifecycle cost compared to a traditional diesel bus.

About Capstone Turbine

Capstone Turbine Corporation (www.microturbine.com) (CPST, Trade) is the world's leading producer of low-emission microturbine systems, and was the first to market commercially viable microturbine energy products. Capstone Turbine has shipped over 4,000 Capstone MicroTurbine(R) systems to customers worldwide. These award-winning systems have logged millions of documented runtime operating hours. Capstone Turbine is a member of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Combined Heat and Power Partnership, which is committed to improving the efficiency of the nation's energy infrastructure and reducing emissions of pollutants and greenhouse gases. A UL-Certified ISO 9001:2000 certified company; Capstone Turbine is headquartered in the Los Angeles area with sales and/or service centers in New York, Mexico City, Milan, Bath, Shanghai and Tokyo.

"Capstone Turbine Corporation" and "Capstone MicroTurbine" are registered trademarks of Capstone Turbine Corporation. All other trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

This press release contains "forward-looking statements," as that term is used in the federal securities laws, about the fuel efficiency, reliability and environmental advantages of our products for use in hybrid electric buses and a successful relationship between DesignLine International and Capstone. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "expects," "objective," "intend," "targeted," "plan" and similar phrases. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties described in Capstone's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission that may cause Capstone's actual results to be materially different from any future results expressed or implied in such statements. Capstone cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. Capstone undertakes no obligation, and specifically disclaims any obligation, to release any revisions to any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this release or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

SOURCE: Capstone Turbine Corporation


Capstone Turbine Corporation 
Alice Barsoomian, 818-407-3628 

Copyright Business Wire 2008
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Rockin on all cylinders.......

CAPSTONE TURBINE C(NasdaqGM: CPST)
After Hours: 2.40  0.10 (4.35%) as of 5:12PM ET on 04/01/08

52wk Range: 0.86 - 2.28
Volume: 5,290,196
Avg Vol (3m): 2,839,440


Technicals
Record Price High

Last Price Quote is:
13.44%above 13-day MA
27.07%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 97 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $307.19 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

 

I love the look of CPST: huge momemtum, volume has been really good.

From a financial analysis perspectiveCPST's income statement looks a little blah!... They are getting killed with the cost of good sold alone.  Net loss is like a mirror image of their revenues.

On the other hand, I like their current and quick ratio.  At 5.93, and 4.47 respectively, these are solid (and fairly consistent) numbers over the past 3 years.

I love how the cash is positive this year, as well as how it has been steadily increasing:
from -$83M (year ending March 2005) to -$5M (year ending March 2006) to +$2M (year ending March 2007).

I can't wait to see this year's results.

My question is: is it smart and safe (-ish) to buy at or close to a 52-week high??  Any feedback, anyone?

Quote from: Livana on April 11, 2008, 12:56:42 PM
My question is: is it smart and safe (-ish) to buy at or close to a 52-week high??  Any feedback, anyone?

Buy the pullback !

Revenue growing, 
1-Month Price Change 35%
backlog is substantial, and oil/gas industry is a perfect fit, for offshore installations.
With Gas and all other utilities trending up, it only makes sense that CPST benefit. Especially, with the focus on the New York area and oversee. I foresee a major explosion (PRICE) in the near future.

52wk Range: 0.86 - 2.87
Volume: 4,296,525
Avg Vol (3m): 3,047,440

Technicals
Last Price Quote is:
13.48%above 13-day MA
35.52%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 97 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $394.54 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

Gaining traction...
More than Momentum, Stock rising for a reason.
Buy initial amount and add on dips.


52wk Range: 0.86 - 2.87
Volume: 9,262,783
Avg Vol (3m): 3,079,040


Technicals
Record Price High
Most Actives

Last Price Quote is:
16.51%above 13-day EMA
39.87%above 50-day EMA
RS Rating: 97 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $394.54 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

This is a company to watch!

Leader in the world microturbine technology, so as more and more applications emerge, this company is really going to be busy. you see, its always less expensive short term to buy the product from someone who already has it than it is to develop it yourself, and current business leaders (lets say most current ceo's) want to get as much out of their positions as they can as fast as they can. The applications for microturbine technology are almost infinite, from power production to automotive and farm uses, aircraft to vacuum cleaners, air conditioners to hair driers, if you see where i am going with this. The company has a modest balance sheet with strong potential for increased earnings and its already beginning to show.

The growing order backlog for CPST will eventually make this stock a long term gem. International orders, especially from Europe, will create the opportunity.
This company has the growth potential of some of the best performers.
This stock is finally starting to grow legs with some big deals inked. Estimates for this quarter seem to have good expectations

Basing before next move...
http://biz.yahoo.com/tm/080428/17157.html?.v=1

We are in a bullish trend.......



52wk Range: 0.86 - 3.10
Volume: 7,714,545
Avg Vol (3m): 3,552,290

Technicals
Most Actives

Last Price Quote is:
5.83%above 13-day MA
22.87%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 98 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $412.01 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Outperform

They like to dilute share count, usually in March....pass due...?...Maybe 03/07 dilution will hold them for a while.

http://moneycentral.msn.com/investor/invsub/results/statemnt.aspx?Symbol=cpst&lstStatement=10YearSummary&stmtView=Ann

Movers roundup: 
NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of Capstone Turbine Corp. gained sharply on Monday after a Merriman Curhan Ford analyst started the company with a "Buy" rating, predicting widespread adoption of its low-emission microturbine technology.

52wk Range: 0.87 - 3.10
Volume: 10,560,226
Avg Vol (3m): 3,734,410

Technicals
Record Price High
Most Actives
Percentage Gainer

Last Price Quote is:
14.85%above 13-day MA
32.02%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 98 

Fundamentals
Coverage Initiated: Buy

Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $429.48 
P/E Ratio: NA 
PEG Ratio: N/A 
Next Earnings: 06/11/2008
Last Analyst Rating: Buy

AP
Capstone Turbine rises as Merriman begins at 'Buy'
Monday May 12, 5:47 pm ET 
Capstone shares climb sharply as Merriman initiates at 'Buy,' predicting microturbine adoption


NEW YORK (AP) -- Shares of Capstone Turbine Corp. gained sharply on Monday after a Merriman Curhan Ford analyst started the company with a "Buy" rating, predicting widespread adoption of its low-emission microturbine technology.


In a note to investors Monday, Jesse T. Herrick lauded Capstone's microturbine power generators, which use a variety of fuels to generate "clean, dependable" power for stationary locations or hybrid vehicles, he said.

Herrick predicted low-emissions power generation will likely outpace "ultra-clean" alternatives such as solar and wind power due to capacity constraints and dependence on subsidies, making Capstone's products poised for wide adoption as the demand for cleaner power generation increases.

Additionally, Herrick noted the company has begun taking pre-orders for its new, higher capacity models, which he expects will allow the company to expand into wider markets.

Herrick predicted the Chatsworth, Calif., company would post a loss of 24 cents per share in 2008, and a narrower loss of 14 cents per share the following year. Analysts polled by Thomson Financial expect a 2008 loss of 23 cents per share, and a 2009 loss of 15 cents per share.

The stock has more than tripled from a 52-week low of 86 cents last May.

Quote from: David Randolph on February 28, 2008, 07:24:57 AM

QuoteDavid, please have a look!

............
Therefore I see a growing market for CPST's products, I'm just not sure that the company can be very profitable over the long term.

I have doubts, so I'm not investing. But I wish very good luck to la-onda and all others holding CPST.

So David, we were both wrong 
Sold much too early in the mid 1$ range 
any update from your research tool?
cheers
Oliver

CPST: Merriman Starts @ Buy; Analyst Notes
Monday , May 12, 2008 08:13ET
Issuer: Capstone Turbine Corporation (NasdaqNM: CPST)
Analyst Firm:  Merriman Curhan Ford & Co.
Ratings Action: INITIATE
Current Rating: Buy
Analyst Comments: Capstone Turbine develops and manufactures low-emission, high-efficiency microturbines for use in a variety of stationary and motive applications. Although ultra-clean solar, wind and fuel cell technologies are an attractive concept and have gained much popularity in the investment community, the firm believes capacity constraints and dependence on subsidies will drive the adoption of clean, dependable hydrocarbon-based technologies. Leveraging its unique MicroTurbineTM design and range of products, they believe Capstone Turbine is well-positioned for rapid growth.