lag im zweiten Quartal bei 31% und auch bei den Nichtkernbeteiligungen läuft es im Schnitt gut. Bei den fast 20 Beteiligungen ist logischerweise auch einmal ein Unternehmen dabei, das noch (und darauf liegt die Betonung) nicht so gut läuft. Das ist momentan bei GoIndustry der Fall, allerdings ist die daraus resultierende Unterbewertung von Goindustry absurd.
GoIndustry-DoveBid plc / Index: AIM / Epic: GOI / Sector: Support Services
26th August 2008
GoIndustry-DoveBid plc ('GoIndustry-DoveBid' or the 'Company')
Market Announcement
GoIndustry-DoveBid plc, the AIM quoted industrial machinery and equipment auctioneer, provides the following guidance to the market:
Pursuant to a review of the Company's performance in the first half and the expectations for the second half, the Company's profit before tax for the year to 31 December 2008 will fall short of current market expectations. However, the Board is pleased with the progress that has been made on the integration, following the acquisition of DoveBid, Inc. on 25 February 2008. The shortfall in profits can principally be attributed to demands placed on the business by the transaction and a slower than expected improvement in the sales momentum of the combined entity.
The Company is in the process of implementing a series of strategic initiatives, which are designed to fuel growth and improve operational efficiency. The Board believes that these actions will position the Company for long term profitable growth. The Board expects to report a substantial increase in profitability in 2008 compared to 2007 on the back of a strong second half performance, and is confident of a further significant increase in 2009.
The Company intends to provide more information with its interim results, which are planned for release on 16 September 2008.
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