SONS - Sector: Technology---Industry: Communications Equipment

[wrangler]

Had some pre-market activity and has moved some since opened. This stock has some investors interested with the volume it's getting.
I think you'll make some money here saffeysite. pay caution though from smartwrasse past experiance. If I had the funds I would jump on this one with you.
Goodluck trading

[David Randolph]

1. Profile

Sonus Networks, Inc. (SONS) is a leading provider of voice over IP (VoIP) infrastructure solutions for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services. Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Additional information on Sonus is available at http://www.sonusnet.com.

2. Technical Analysis

2.1. Long Term Chart



The long term chart shows one of those «fallen angels» of the tech bubble. I wonder if the number of shares outstanding in SONS has remained stable since 2000, probably not.

2.2. Medium Term Chart



The medium term chart shows a lower highs pattern, which is bearish. Significant support for the stock may come in at prices around $3.20 - $3.30.

2.3. Short Term Chart



The short term chart shows SONS is in a declining trend. The descending trend line is standing at $3.88. There is a big gap opened at $4.55 - $4.88.

Exclusively from a technical standpoint an investment or trade in SONS should be avoided since the stock is on a downtrend.

3. Fundamental Analysis

3.1. Outstanding Shares



Solely based on this information I wouldn't consider an investment in SONS shares. The share count has grown in every year of SONS's existence and that means fundamentals can improve and yet the stock price goes down anyway. Market cap rises even though the share price may decline.

At this moment the market cap is about $950M at this point, quite rich.

3.2. Current Ratio



The Current Ratio shows the company has enough working capital to fund operations for the foreseeable future, since this ratio is above the minimum 2 threshold.

3.3. Revenues



Despite of all the news buzz, revenues are expected to decline in 2005 in comparison with 2004. The P/S Ratio is 7.66 compared with the industry's P/S Ratio of 2.27.

3.4. EPS



A big part of the «EPS recovery» can be more attributable to the increase in the share count than to actual performance from the company. EPS is expected to decline from last year's $0.10 to $0.02 this year.

For SONS to have an industry average P/E of 26, the company would need to have net earnings of about $36.53M, that is $0.144 in EPS, if the share count remains the same. With 2005 estimated EPS of $0.02 SONS has a P/E of 185 

4. General Overview

Technicals and fundamentals on SONS are bearish, despite of the recent news and press releases from the company:

Press Releases about Sonus Networks Inc

I will avoid the stock until something material is changing or about to change. A good fundamental development would be if the company stops selling shares in the open market, or even buying back some of the shares issued and outstanding.

5. Disclosure

This analysis was made by David Randolph from 3 Stocks on Fire. 3 Stocks on Fire is a T2T Community, from Traders to Traders.

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[wrangler]

Thanks David for the info.

[wrangler]

Seems to be some investors interested in SONS. saffeysite it's gone up since you have bought. MACD still shows it's in an upward bullish trend.
Goodluck trading

[wrangler]

bizjournals.com
Vonage enters agreement with Sonus
Wednesday January 4, 10:36 am ET

Vonage Holdings Corp. has entered an agreement with Sonus Networks Inc. in which it will use systems from Sonus to deliver voice services on Internet protocol networks,
The companies did not initially disclose financial terms of the contract. Sonus (NASDAQ: SONS - News) has its headquarters in Chelmsford, Mass.

Vonage has installed Sonus systems in New York and Los Angeles, with other U.S. and international markets to follow. The Holmdel, N.J.-based company has more than 1 million lines in service.

Vonage has long used gateways and software from Cisco Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO - News) of San Jose, Calif.

In the third quarter, Huawei Technologies Inc. led all competitors selling voice-over-Internet-protocol systems, according to Piper Jaffray & Co. The Chinese manufacturer shipped 12.4 million ports, 45 percent of all sold.

Sonus shipped 1.2 million ports, good for a 4 percent market share behind Germany's Siemens AG (NYSE: SI - News), Nortel Networks Corp. (NYSE: NT - News) of Brampton, Ontario, and North Carolina's Tekelec (NASDAQ: TKLC - News).

[setravis]

Could have a Head and Shoulders Bottom (Reversal) Pattern
in the making here, if it rallies from here and breaks above $5 bucks should be a nice little run.
Stochastic way down in the oversold area.
MACD positive and above center.
Volume: 3,734,872
Avg Vol (3m): 4,884,570


Technicals
Last Price Quote is:
1.84%above 13-day EMA
1.23%above 50-day EMA
RS Rating: 28 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $1,141.32 
P/E Ratio: 65.00 
PEG Ratio: 1.34982 
Next Earnings: 08/07/2006
Last Analyst Rating: Accumu

Recent CandleStick Analysis
Very Bullish
Jul-11-2006 Bullish Engulfing 

Support @ $4.68...4.38...3.89
Resistance @ $4.92...5.16...5.42...5.64

[setravis]

Press Release Source: Sonus Networks, Inc.


Sonus Networks Showcases Market Leading Solutions and Wireless Expertise For Japanese Communications Providers
Tuesday July 11, 8:30 am ET 
Sonus Experts Present at Expo Comm Wireless Japan; New Applications Demonstrated at VON Japan


CHELMSFORD, Mass., July 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonus Networks (Nasdaq: SONS - News), a leading supplier of service provider Voice over IP (VoIP) infrastructure solutions, announced today that it will be showcasing its industry leading IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)-based solutions at this year's VON Japan (Booth V-001), which is being held in Tokyo, July 19-21, 2006 at Tokyo Big Sight International Exhibition Center. In addition to Sonus' presence in the exhibit hall, executives from the company will be presenting at Expo Comm Wireless Japan. Co-located with VON Japan 2006, Expo Comm Wireless is Japan's largest wireless conference.


With many of Japan's leading service providers relying on solutions from Sonus Networks, including KDDI, Fusion Communications, Jupiter Communications (J:COM), NTT, Softbank Broadband and WILLCOM, Inc., Sonus is leading the Japanese market's transition to IP-based voice solutions. According to recent reports by industry research firm Synergy Research Group, at the end of Q1, Sonus led the market with 45% of the total Japanese service provider VoIP infrastructure market, more than 6x its nearest competitor. In the high density gateway market specifically, Sonus leads the industry with nearly 87% of the total market.

Sonus will be demonstrating how its solutions are transforming the communications paradigm through enhanced, next generation voice services that can be delivered today over a Sonus IMS-ready architecture. These applications, built with Sonus' IMS application development tools, including the Sonus IMX(TM) Multimedia Application Platform, help service providers to attract and retain new customers, and differentiate themselves through innovative service bundles.

Leveraging the Company's expertise in the development and evolution of the industry's leading IMS-ready solutions, Sonus' chief marketing officer, Steve Edwards, will be delivering a keynote entitled, "IMS: The Path Forward" as part of the Expo Comm Wireless program.


    Friday, July 21, 2006, 10:00 - 10:45 am
    Session: Keynote Presentation: IMS: The Path Forward
    Speaker: Steve Edwards, Chief Marketing Officer

In addition to the keynote presentation, Sonus will be participating in the following technical session:


    Wednesday, July 19, 2006, 11:00 - 11:45 am
    Session: Content Delivery in the all IP Wireless Network
    Speaker: Shigetoshi Amano

Pulver.com's VON Japan 2006 conference and Expo Comm Wireless begin on Wednesday, July 19, 2006. All events will be held at the Tokyo Big Sight International Exhibition Center.

For more information on VON Japan 2006, please visit http://www.von.com/japan06/. For more information on Expo Comm Wireless, please visit http://www.expocomm.com/wirelessjapan/index.html.

About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of Voice over IP (VoIP) infrastructure solutions for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services. Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Additional information on Sonus is available at http://www.sonusnet.com.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to the "Risk Factors" section of Sonus' Annual Report on Form 10-K, dated March 14, 2006 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, dated May 8, 2006, both filed with the SEC, which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Risk factors include among others: the impact of material weaknesses in our disclosure controls and procedures and our internal control over financial reporting on our ability to report our financial results timely and accurately; the unpredictability of our quarterly financial results; risks associated with our international expansion and growth; consolidation in the telecommunications industry; and potential costs resulting from pending securities litigation against the company. Any forward-looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date. While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.

Sonus is a registered trademark of Sonus Networks. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

     For more information, please contact:

     Investor Relations:
     Jocelyn Philbrook
     978-614-8672
     [email protected]

     Asia-Pacific Media Relations:
     Chew Peng Healey
     65-6887 2233
     [email protected]

     US Media Relations:
     Sarah McAuley
     212-699-1836
     [email protected]
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Source: Sonus Networks, Inc.

[setravis]

Sonus leads telecom stocks higher !

Sonus Networks Inc., Juniper Networks Inc. and Windstream Corp. led the way as most telecommunications stocks rose in Wednesday morning trading.
Cable & Wireless International has selected Sonus Networks as the supplier of its next-generation IP-voice network.

52wk Range: 3.54 - 5.99

Volume: 13,656,290
Avg Vol (3m): 3,605,770

Technicals
Last Price Quote is:
14.82%above 13-day EMA
19.89%above 50-day EMA
RS Rating: 96 

Fundamentals
Key Data:
Market Cap (M): $1,219.60 
P/E Ratio: 69.46 
PEG Ratio: 1.28571 
Next Earnings: 11/07/2006
Last Analyst Rating: Neutral

Below a 6 month and 2 year Chart.....

[boatguy]

On watch

Golden cross

[setravis]

Small Cap Profile: Sonus Networks (SONS)

[BRIEFING.COM -- Robert J. Reid] Sonus Networks is a name that looks interesting given its solid growth, profitability and strong market position in the VoIP infrastructure market, especially at the high end of the market. The co has announced a number of deals recently, including Cingular and Ulticom. With the stock approaching a new 52-wk high, it looks like an interesting name on today's pullback. (more)


Cup with Handle (continuation) pattern.......
The Cup with Handle is a bullish continuation pattern that marks a consolidation period followed by a breakout. It was developed by William O'Neil and introduced in his 1988 book, How to Make Money in Stocks.

As its name implies, there are two parts to the pattern: the cup and the handle. The cup forms after an advance and looks like a bowl or rounding bottom. As the cup is completed, a trading range develops on the right hand side and the handle is formed. A subsequent breakout from the handle's trading range signals a continuation of the prior advance.

As with most chart patterns, it is more important to capture the essence of the pattern than the particulars. The cup is a bowl-shaped consolidation and the handle is a short pullback followed by a breakout with expanding volume. A cup retracement of 62% may not fit the pattern requirements, but a particular stock's pattern may still capture the essence of the Cup with Handle.

More on the Cup with Handle here....
http://www.3stocksonfire.org/trading/index.php?topic=5933.0

[la-onda]

just FYI:
Sonus Networks "buy"

Tuesday, September 19, 2006 8:07:03 AM ET
Brean Murray, Carret & Co

NEW YORK, September 19 (newratings.com) - Analyst Eric C Buck of Brean Murray maintains his "buy" rating on Sonus Networks Inc (NU4.FSE). The target price is set to $6.50.

In a research note published this morning, the analyst mentions that the company's recent agreement with EMBARQ is expected to help Sonus Networks to capitalise on smaller opportunities and to lead to the dissolution of some international partnerships. Sonus Networks' efforts with Motorola appear to be ramping well and direct initiatives with other large domestic carriers might generate better results, the analyst says. The management appears confident regarding the company's visibility and its underlying business, Brean Murray adds.

[setravis]

Or....

On this 2 year chart,
Ascending Triangle (continuation) pattern.....
The ascending triangle is a bullish formation that usually forms during an uptrend as a continuation pattern. There are instances when ascending triangles form as reversal patterns at the end of a downtrend, but they are typically continuation patterns. Regardless of where they form, ascending triangles are bullish patterns that indicate accumulation.

Because of its shape, the pattern can also be referred to as a right-angle triangle. Two or more equal highs form a horizontal line at the top. Two or more rising troughs form an ascending trend line that converges on the horizontal line as it rises. If both lines were extended right, the ascending trend line could act as the hypotenuse of a right triangle. If a perpendicular line were drawn extending down from the left end of the horizontal line, a right triangle would form.

In contrast to the symmetrical triangle, an ascending triangle has a definitive bullish bias before the actual breakout. If you will recall, the symmetrical triangle is a neutral formation that relies on the impending breakout to dictate the direction of the next move. On the ascending triangle, the horizontal line represents overhead supply that prevents the security from moving past a certain level. It is as if a large sell order has been placed at this level and it is taking a number of weeks or months to execute, thus preventing the price from rising further. Even though the price cannot rise past this level, the reaction lows continue to rise. It is these higher lows that indicate increased buying pressure and give the ascending triangle its bullish bias.

[setravis]

Or...

On this 3 year chart,
Symmetrical Triangle (continuation) pattern......
The symmetrical triangle, which can also be referred to as a coil, usually forms during a trend as a continuation pattern. The pattern contains at least two lower highs and two higher lows. When these points are connected, the lines converge as they are extended and the symmetrical triangle takes shape. You could also think of it as a contracting wedge, wide at the beginning and narrowing over time.

While there are instances when symmetrical triangles mark important trend reversals, they more often mark a continuation of the current trend. Regardless of the nature of the pattern, continuation or reversal, the direction of the next major move can only be determined after a valid breakout.

Edwards and Magee suggest that roughly 75% of symmetrical triangles are continuation patterns and the rest mark reversals. The reversal patterns can be especially difficult to analyze and often have false breakouts. Even so, we should not anticipate the direction of the breakout, but rather wait for it to happen. Further analysis should be applied to the breakout by looking for gaps, accelerated price movements, and volume for confirmation. Confirmation is especially important for upside breakouts.

Prices sometimes return to the breakout point of apex on a reaction move before resuming in the direction of the breakout. This return can offer a second chance to participate with a better reward to risk ratio. Potential reward price targets found by measurement and parallel trend line extension are only meant to act as rough guidelines. Technical analysis is dynamic and ongoing assessment is required. In the first example above, SUNW may have fulfilled its target (42) in a few months, but the stock gave no sign of slowing down and advanced above 100 in the following months.

[rickjust]

sons on fire, gonna see if there is a retracement for an entry around 560 - 580
max



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Press Release Source: Sonus Networks, Inc.


Sonus Networks Leads 2006 Market Share for Key Segment of IP Voice Industry
Tuesday November 21, 8:30 am ET 
Year-To-Date Market Share Report Shows Sonus Networks Growing Faster Than Overall Industry


CHELMSFORD, Mass., Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonus Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: SONS - News), a leading supplier of service provider Voice over IP (VoIP) infrastructure solutions, announced today that according to Synergy Research Group, a leading independent industry analysis firm, Sonus Networks leads the high density gateway market for 2006. Year-to-date results in the Q3 market share report entitled, "3Q06 Service Provider Worldwide VoIP Market Share Report," show Sonus Networks with approximately 29% market share. In addition, according to the latest market growth estimates from Synergy Research Group, Sonus continues to outpace overall market growth.
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"This is a great time for Sonus and our industry. Network operators throughout the world are launching next-generation communications networks. Sonus is present in 4 out of 5 of the world's largest network operators, carries more than 25 billion minutes of voice traffic every month, and is relied upon by carriers across the globe to provide robust solutions that meet key business imperatives and rigorous end user demands," said Hassan Ahmed, chairman and CEO. "Our dedication and continual execution has resulted in Sonus growing well ahead of market forecasts."

"2006 has been an exciting year for Voice over IP deployments, with major projects underway globally," said Jeremy Duke, president and CEO, Synergy Research Group. "This year alone, Sonus Networks has announced significant deployments in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific and has been a driving force for the overall market growth. The Company's success has earned it a position as a well established leader in the IP-based voice industry."

Sonus has deployed its award-winning IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)-ready architecture in 34 countries worldwide, and has announced partnerships with 58 of the leading network operators, including tier 1 wireline and wireless carriers. The Company also maintains partnerships with leading brands in the communications industry, increasing Sonus' ability to address key segments of the market and increase exposure in strategic geographic regions.

For a copy of the Synergy Research Group Report, entitled "2Q06 Service Provider Worldwide VoIP Market Share Report," please contact Heather M. Wilson, Synergy Research Group, Inc., [email protected].

About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of Voice over IP (VoIP) infrastructure solutions for wireline and wireless service providers. With its comprehensive IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solution, Sonus addresses the full range of carrier applications, including residential and business voice services, wireless voice and multimedia, trunking and tandem switching, carrier interconnection and enhanced services. Sonus' voice infrastructure solutions are deployed in service provider networks worldwide. Founded in 1997, Sonus is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Additional information on Sonus is available at http://www.sonusnet.com.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to Item 1A "Risk Factors" of Sonus' Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q dated May 8, 2006, filed with the SEC, which identifies important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Risk factors include among others: the impact of material weaknesses in our disclosure controls and procedures and our internal control over financial reporting on our ability to report our financial results timely and accurately; the unpredictability of our quarterly financial results; risks and uncertainties associated with the Company's announced review of its historical stock option grants and accounting, including any potential impact on the Company's financial statements or results, any tax liabilities or penalties, the Company's inability to timely report with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company's potential inability to meet NASDAQ requirements for continued listing, potential investigations, regulatory actions or litigation arising out of the review or any restatement; risks associated with our international expansion and growth; consolidation in the telecommunications industry; and potential costs resulting from pending securities litigation against the company. Any forward-looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date. While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.
 

[rickjust]

another nice day on huge volume.
682 in play.
i was hoping for a pullback today but it didn't come. todays candle is smaller than the others .
lets see if there is a retracement in the next few days.

nice chart