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Just became invested in BJ's. Costco is almost

KngmAz · 2024-03-18T14:56:19.1300000Z

Just became invested in BJ's. Costco is almost $800.00 per share while BJ's is $76.00 per share and the stores are almost exactly the same. Same business plan. Same products. Same prices. Go figure.

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Proactive - Interviews for investors

Biome Australia expands global footprint, targets strong growth in clinically proven Probiotics

Biome Australia Managing Director Blair Norfolk joined Steve Darling from Proactive to talk about the company’s expansion strategy and continued growth in clinically validated, condition-specific probiotics. As a leader in live biotherapeutics, Biome Australia has developed probiotics with proven benefits across various health conditions, including mental health, asthma, cardiovascular health, and skin care. The company has over 20 clinical trials validating its products in those areas including the world’s first asthma probiotic, which achieved a 64% reduction in asthma events. Biome’s practitioner-only model ensures that products are recommended by health professionals and sold behind pharmacy counters, contributing to approximately 30% of total sales. While Australia remains the core market, generating over 90% of revenue, Biome is actively expanding into New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, and Canada. Norfolk noted that early results in Canada are ahead of schedule, with further updates expected on the ASX. Instead of launching new products, Biome is focused on expanding use cases for its existing 18-product portfolio, ensuring efficient cash flow management and lower product risk. Biome has emerged as the #2 probiotics brand in Australia’s community pharmacy market by total revenue. Norfolk credited ongoing research and innovation as key drivers of success. Looking ahead, Biome expects a strong close to FY25, fueled by increased demand during cold and flu season, and is on track to deliver its first full-year net profit as part of its Vision 27 strategic plan. #proactiveinvestors #biomeaustralialimited #asx #bio #BlairNorfolk #LiveBiotherapeutics #MentalHealthProbiotics #AsthmaTreatment #PharmaceuticalGrowth #ASXUpdates #NaturalMedicine #TargetedTherapy #PharmacyInnovation #InvestingInHealth #CanadianPharma #ColdAndFluSeason

Proactive - Interviews for investors

Time Finance CEO on Q3 update: record lending & growth to resilient small businesses

Time Finance PLC (AIM:TIME) CEO Ed Rimmer takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the company’s performance in the third quarter, highlighting a record gross lending book and improved arrears management. Rimmer explained that Time Finance provides funding solutions to small businesses, including invoice finance, asset finance, and secured loans, typically supporting businesses with turnover up to £10 million. He said, “We help businesses grow, but we also help businesses to survive as well.” The company’s lending book reached a record £210 million at the end of February, with arrears falling to 5% from 6% a year earlier. Rimmer noted this progress came despite challenging market conditions and was achieved without compromising credit quality. Margins have also increased, with profit margins now at 40%. This was attributed to tight cost control and improved efficiency, including leveraging technology and streamlining internal processes. Time Finance has not increased its headcount significantly post-COVID, which has helped support margin growth. Rimmer also addressed the broader economic environment, pointing to interest rate pressures, inflation, and increased insolvencies, but emphasised that small businesses remain resilient. The company sees opportunity as traditional banks become more risk-averse, creating space for independent lenders. Visit Proactive’s YouTube channel for more interviews like this. Don’t forget to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and enable notifications so you never miss an update. #TimeFinance #SMElending #AlternativeFinance #BusinessLoans #InvoiceFinance #AssetFinance #Q3TradingUpdate #IndependentLender #FinancialResults #SmallBusinessFinance

Proactive - Interviews for investors

Itaconix CEO on 2025 strategy and profitability goals

Itaconix PLC (AIM:ITX, OTCQB:ITXXF) CEO John Shaw joined Steve Darling from Proactive to provide an update on the company’s progress following its strategic restructuring and to discuss what lies ahead for 2025. Shaw highlighted that the company ended 2024 with strong momentum, achieving nearly $3.7 million in revenue in the second half, marking one of its highest-ever earnings periods. The restructuring initiative focused on enhancing profitability, with a significant emphasis on reshaping the customer base. Shaw noted, “We actually increased our gross profit margin from about 31% to almost 35% last year.” Despite experiencing lower revenue in some areas, the company was able to maintain steady gross profits due to its emphasis on margin improvement. Shaw also discussed significant product developments, including the launch of Itaconix TSI 422, a new detergent ingredient that is gaining traction in North America and Europe. He further explained how the SPARX program, introduced in October, is helping accelerate customer collaboration in key product categories, positioning the company for continued growth. In addition to product development, the company has made strategic investments in its operations, marketing, and regulatory capabilities to support its growth trajectory. Shaw expressed confidence in the company’s production team and infrastructure, stating, “We really have everything in place we need right now to have a great run over the next 24 months.” While tariffs remain a consideration, Shaw believes any impacts will be manageable, and in some cases, could even be beneficial to the company. #proactiveinvestors #itaconixplc #aim #itx #otcqb #itxxf #SustainableChemicals #CleanTech #TSI422 #SPARXProgram #SpecialtyChemicals #JohnShaw #InvestorUpdates #ProactiveInvestors #GreenChemistry #DetergentInnovation #GrossProfitMargins #RestructuringSuccess

Proactive - Interviews for investors

Hillcrest launches ZVS technology evaluation with global Tier 1 automotive supplier

Hillcrest Energy Technologies CEO Don Currie joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the launch of a technology evaluation project with a global Tier 1 automotive supplier. The project’s initial phase will assess the potential benefits of Hillcrest’s Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS) technology in next-generation inverter applications for electric vehicles. If this phase is successful and both parties agree to proceed, subsequent phases will focus on the integration and validation of ZVS technology within the supplier’s inverter platform. Currie explained that Tier 1 automotive suppliers provide fully assembled components and systems to major automakers. This particular supplier, consistently ranked among the top 15 largest by revenue, is a global leader specializing in critical EV components like inverters. With a strong presence in the industry, the supplier plays a crucial role in advancing electric vehicle technology for manufacturers worldwide. The evaluation phase will involve a series of technical assessments aimed at eliminating switching losses and improving electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) performance. The supplier will analyze efficiency, performance, and potential advantages of Hillcrest’s ZVS technology within its inverter architecture. The findings from this evaluation will determine potential next steps for further collaboration and integration. This project represents a key opportunity for Hillcrest to demonstrate the value of its ZVS technology, with the shared objective of enhancing EV inverter performance and delivering significant benefits to automotive customers. #proactiveinvestors #hillcrestenergytechnologiesltd #cse #heat #ptcqb #hlrtf

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