AV - Sector: Technology --- Industry: Communications Equipment

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AP
Avaya 1Q Earnings Increase 50 Percent
Wednesday April 25, 4:28 pm ET 
Avaya 1Q Profit Jumps 50 Percent As the Company Keeps Costs Down and Grows Product Sales


BASKING RIDGE, N.J. (AP) -- Avaya Inc. said Wednesday its second-quarter profit jumped 50 percent, as the communications equipment and software company kept costs in check and grew sales of its products and services.
Quarterly earnings increased to $57 million, or 13 cents per share, from $38 million, or 8 cents per share during the same period last year. Excluding restructuring charges, the company said it earned $64 million, or 14 cents per share.

Analysts polled by Thomson Financial forecast a profit of 13 cents per share. Thomson estimates usually exclude special items.

Revenue grew 5 percent to $1.29 billion from $1.24 billion. Analysts expected revenue of $1.3 billion.

The company said sales of products grew 8 percent to $639 million from $593 million, boosted by a 15 percent increase in sales of converged voice applications.

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52wk Range: 8.85 - 14.89
Volume: 7,313,358
Avg Vol (3m): 4,142,480

Technicals
MACD - Bullish

Last Price Quote is:
7.38%above 13-day MA
6.10%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 20 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $5,390.17 
P/E Ratio: 27.37 
PEG Ratio: 1.78632 
Next Earnings: 07/23/2007
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral

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Double Bottom (reversal) Pattern @ $11.47/ $11.46 area.
Reversal cooking.......

AMC Technology Completes Reseller Agreement with Avaya...

52wk Range: 8.85 - 14.89
Volume: 9,421,600
Avg Vol (3m): 4,165,640

Technicals
Last Price Quote is:
6.16%above 13-day MA
7.07%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 65 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $5,844.63 
P/E Ratio: 27.16 
PEG Ratio: 1.84615 
Next Earnings: 07/23/2007
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral

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Press Release Source: Avaya


Avaya Named to 'World's Most Ethical Companies' List by Ethisphere Magazine
Wednesday May 9, 1:44 pm ET


BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Avaya (NYSE: AV - News), a leading global provider of business communications applications, systems and services, was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Magazine, a national publication dedicated to illuminating the important correlation between ethics and profit. The elite list of companies were recognized for their strong leadership in ethics and compliance, advancement of industry discourse on social and ethical issues, and positive engagement in the communities in which they operate.


"Avaya's core values emphasize responsible and ethical decision-making and action in all phases of business, for benefit of our customers, our investors and our employees," said Peter Liria, Jr., Avaya director, Global Ethics and Compliance. "It is an honor to be recognized for efforts we see as being key factors in our success as an organization."

Ethisphere Magazine, the magazine has a circulation of 65,000 global Board members, CEOs, General Counsel, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officers and institutional investors, offers insight to on gaining market share and creating sustainable competitive advantage through ethical business practices and corporate citizenship.

The editors of the magazine chose fewer than 100 companies from a several thousand organizations that they analyzed over a six-month period. "This was a rigorous process that identified a select group of companies that were unequalled in their industries for their commitment to ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility. These organizations go beyond making statements about doing business ethically; they translate those words into action," said Alex Brigham, executive editor of Ethisphere Magazine.

The process included reviewing companies' codes of ethics, litigation and regulatory infraction histories; evaluating investment in innovation and sustainable business practices; looking at companies' activities to improve corporate citizenship; studying nominations from senior executives, industry peers, suppliers and customers; and working with consumer action groups for feedback and rating.

About Avaya

Avaya delivers Intelligent Communications solutions that help companies transform their businesses to achieve marketplace advantage. More than 1 million businesses worldwide, including more than 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500®, use Avaya solutions for IP Telephony, Unified Communications, Contact Centers and Communications-Enabled Business Processes. Avaya Global Services provides comprehensive service and support for companies, small to large. For more information visit the Avaya Web site: http://www.avaya.com.

About the Ethisphere Council

The Ethisphere Council was created in 2006 by Corpedia, a leader in risk assessment and eLearning for ethics and compliance, the Practising Law Institute, a non-profit organization committed to enhancing the professionalism of attorneys and others and LexisNexis, a leading provider of comprehensive information and business solutions; and Formed with support from such leading corporations as Deutsche Telekom, Time Warner, Dresser Industries, Avaya and Kraft, the council is dedicated to the research, creation, and sharing of best practices in ethics, compliance, and corporate governance among its membership companies. It also focuses on the development and advancement of its members through increased efficiency, innovation, tools, mentoring, advice, and unique career opportunities. More information on membership can be found at http://www.ethisphere.com.

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Source: Avaya

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Press Release Source: Avaya, Inc.


Unitrin Direct Enhances Customer Service and Reduces Costs With Avaya Communications Network
Wednesday May 9, 7:30 am ET 
Strategic Products and Services, Avaya Business Partner of the Year for Communications Applications, designs and delivers advanced IP telephony solution for Unitrin Direct


BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Commitment to customer service is a key differentiator when building a business that relies on phone and online channels. It has helped Unitrin Direct become a leading automobile insurer in 22 states.


In a continuing effort to meet the needs of its customers, Unitrin Direct has brought call and claims centers together with a new Internet protocol (IP) telephony solution from Avaya Inc. (NYSE: AV - News), a leading global provider of business applications, systems and services.

"With Avaya's system, we have enhanced our communication system in a way that will greatly benefit auto insurance customers," said Brian Crumbaker, senior vice president, operations and claims. "Not only does Avaya's technology make it easier and quicker for consumers to get quotes and choose policy options, it reduces Unitrin Direct's operating costs, which allows us to offer lower rates."

The Avaya solution for Unitrin Direct consolidates five communications systems into a single network at sites in Vista, Calif.; Moosic and Plymouth Meeting, Penn.; Tampa, Fla.; and San Antonio, Texas. The solution was designed and implemented by Strategic Products and Services (SPS), a Platinum-level Avaya Business Partner headquartered in Cedar Knolls, N.J. that was recently named "Avaya Business Partner of the Year for Communications Applications."

"We realized there were untapped synergies between our call center offices and claims centers," said Pete Braitsch, information technology director for Unitrin Direct. "Avaya's single, seamless network links the sites in a way that decreases our costs and expands our capabilities."

Unitrin Direct anticipates that Avaya's technology will save the company nearly $100,000 annually through gains in efficiency and savings on long- distance and office-to-office communications. Simple, four-digit dialing allows staff members to reach colleagues or transfer customer calls over the new data network to any of the five locations.

Since communications play an important role in Unitrin Direct's business, the Avaya IP telephony network enables each office to operate independently if necessary. That means if one office temporarily loses connectivity because of an event such as a power outage, the other offices won't be affected.

"This technology serves our customers on many levels," Braitsch said. "It helps us deliver superior service in a time-efficient manner, and we can do it with less staff. That translates into cost-reductions for the company and greater savings for the consumer."

About Avaya

Avaya delivers Intelligent Communications solutions that help companies transform their businesses to achieve marketplace advantage. More than 1 million businesses worldwide, including more than 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500®, use Avaya solutions for IP Telephony, Unified Communications, Contact Centers and Communications-Enabled Business Processes. Avaya Global Services provides comprehensive service and support for companies, small to large. For more information visit the Avaya Web site, www.avaya.com.

About SPS

SPS provides business systems and advanced applications including Voice over IP (VoIP), network convergence, conferencing, carrier services, consultative planning and maintenance offers. Established in 1988, SPS is one of Avaya's largest Platinum-certified BusinessPartners and a leading integrator of voice and data converged applications. SPS provides comprehensive solutions to the small, mid and enterprise markets on a national level. The SPS organization employs more than 300 people in more than 20 locations, with combined annual revenues exceeding $95 million. From its inception, SPS has consistently achieved growth and leadership in the industry. For more information, please visit www.spscom.com.

About Unitrin Direct

Unitrin Direct is dedicated to providing its customers with outstanding service and quality coverage at competitive prices. The company makes auto insurance simple by offering people the choices they want with the convenience they deserve. The Unitrin Direct insurance companies are subsidiaries of Unitrin, Inc. (NYSE: UTR - News) in Chicago, and part of the Unitrin family of companies that has over six million policyholders, $9 billion in assets and is rated "A" (excellent) by A.M. Best Company, a leading provider of financial information for the global insurance industry. Unitrin Direct offers affordable automobile insurance in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. To get a free auto insurance quote, log on to www.UnitrinDirect.com or call (800) 642-5254.

Insurance is underwritten by Unitrin Direct Property & Casualty Company and Unitrin Direct Insurance Company.
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Source: Avaya, Inc.

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Been a nice Breakout from the reaction high in the
pattern, Double Bottom (reversal)......
Good strong volume to support the breakout.

Recent CandleStick Analysis
Bullish
May-09-2007 Bullish Engulfing 

Support @ $13.77...13.45...13.14
Resistance @ $14.68

52wk Range: 8.85 - 14.89
Volume: 14,051,500
Avg Vol (3m): 4,586,800

Technicals
Most Actives
Percentage Gainer
MACD is Bullish
Stochastic is Bullish

Last Price Quote is:
8.86%above 13-day MA
13.13%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 78 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $5,957.03 
P/E Ratio: 27.68 
PEG Ratio: 1.89744 
Next Earnings: 07/23/2007
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral

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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 10, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Avaya Inc., (AV, Trade) a leading global provider of business communications applications, software and services, today announced it has appointed Matthew Booher Vice President, Treasury and Investor Relations.

In this position, Booher adds leadership of Avaya's treasury organization to his role of directing Avaya's investor relations group.

"With Matt Booher now heading the treasury and investor relations organizations, Avaya's shareholders will benefit from his expanded market- facing leadership," said Caroline Dorsa, senior vice president and chief financial officer, Avaya. "He will drive a deeper understanding among key constituents of how Avaya's business strategy benefits our customers and translates into expanded market opportunities."

Before joining Avaya in 2004, Booher was senior vice president, finance and division CFO for Broadwing, Inc. and also was the company's vice president of investor relations. He held key financial leadership positions with Spherion Corporation and MCI Communications.

He has an MBA in Finance from Michigan State University and a B.S. in Business Administration, Economics and Finance from Southern Illinois University.

About Avaya

Avaya delivers Intelligent Communications solutions that help companies transform their businesses to achieve marketplace advantage. More than 1 million businesses worldwide, including more than 90 percent of the FORTUNE 500(R), use Avaya solutions for IP Telephony, Unified Communications, Contact Centers and Communications-Enabled Business Processes. Avaya Global Services provides comprehensive service and support for companies, small to large. For more information visit the Avaya Web site, www.avaya.com.

SOURCE Avaya Inc.


Media Inquiries - Lynn Newman, +1-908-953-8692, mobile, +1-908-672-1321, 
[email protected]; or Investor Inquiries - Matthew Booher, +1-908-953-7500, 
[email protected], both of Avaya Inc. 

http://www.avaya.com 

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The fundamental change here looks pretty good on paper.
The stock made a double bottom and has been on a nice gradual uptrend.

Support @ $13.79...13.43...13.11
Resistance @ $14.68

52wk Range: 8.85 - 14.89
Volume: 11,359,279........
Avg Vol (3m): 4,943,470

Technicals
Most Actives
MACD is Bullish.......
Stochastic is Bullish.......

Last Price Quote is:
4.79%above 13-day MA
10.51%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 74 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $6,307.05 
P/E Ratio: 29.29 
PEG Ratio: 1.99145 
Next Earnings: 07/23/2007
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral

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Avaya Boosted By Buyout Talk.......
Line my pockets in $green$ 




AP
Report: Avaya Considers Buyout
Tuesday May 29, 2:49 pm ET 
Media Report: Avaya Negotiating Possible Buyout


BASKING RIDGE, N.J. (AP) -- Telecommunications gear maker Avaya is negotiating with private equity and strategic bidders about selling all or part of the company, according to a media report.
The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter, said would-be buyers include private equity firms attracted to the $6 billion company's cash flow and low debt. There's also interest from network makers Cisco Systems and Nortel Networks.


When contacted by The Associated Press on Monday, Avaya representatives declined to comment on the report, saying it's company policy not to comment on "speculation and rumors."

Still, the company's shares rose $2.03, nearly 15 percent, to $15.70 on Tuesday.

The Basking Ridge-based company went through tough times in 2002, but now appears to be trying to take advantage of a period of high-tech dealmaking.

Avaya has already postponed an analyst day meeting scheduled for May 31, and a new date for that session hasn't been released, a signal to some analysts that it may be in buyout talks.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Avaya is discussing a leveraged buyout plan with the private equity firm Silver Lake.

Avaya also reportedly discussed a deal with Nortel earlier this month. Momentum slowed on the talks when the two companies couldn't agree on a price or whether Nortel should pay with cash or stock, but a deal might still happen, people familiar with the situation told The Wall Street Journal.

Cisco, a giant in networking and telecom gear, has avoided buying much-smaller Avaya for years, but may now be interested in Avaya's private phone switch unit that uses Internet protocol technology. The two companies have been competing in providing telephone switching technologies to businesses using servers for such operations.

One person familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal that Cisco might be interested in buying all of Avaya.

Avaya equipment helps direct voice and data traffic at almost all of the largest corporations in the U.S.

A former division of Lucent Technologies and its predecessor firm AT&T, Avaya also has patents and equipment for transforming traditional phone and data systems into integrated Internet Protocol-based networks.

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bizjournals.com
Is Avaya in play?
Tuesday May 29, 3:07 pm ET


Networking companies Nortel and Cisco, both of which have major operations in Research Triangle Park, are reportedly in talks to purchase all or part of New Jersey-based telecom Avaya.
The New York Times reported Tuesday that Nortel and Cisco, along with private equity firm Silver Lake Partners, are potential suitors for Avaya, one of the largest providers of communications services for businesses. Purchasing Avaya would help either company shore up its business-IT arm, the Times said.


Cisco (Nasdaq: CSCO - News) employs 3,200 full-time workers in the Triangle; Nortel (NYSE: NT - News) employs 2,600. Shares of both companies were up about 1 percent in mid-afternoon trading to $25.82 and $26.01, respectively.

Shares of Avaya (NYSE: AV - News) were up 14.2 percent to $15.61 in mid-afternoon trading. Its market capitalization sat at just above $7 billion, below that of Nortel ($11.5 billion) and Cisco ($156.6 billion).

Published May 29, 2007 by the Triangle Business Journal



52wk Range: 8.85 - 14.89
Volume: 52,452,913.......
Avg Vol (3m): 6,009,090

Technicals
Close Above the 13-day MA
Most Actives
Gap Up
Percentage Gainer

Last Price Quote is:
15.40%above 13-day MA
20.86%above 50-day MA
RS Rating: 92 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $6,149.60 
P/E Ratio: 28.56 
PEG Ratio: 1.94872 
Next Earnings: 07/23/2007
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral