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Opinion on  ENGlobal Corp (ENG)     Sector: Energy  >  Industry: Oil Well Services & Equipment
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May 21, 2008 08:41 PM GMT
Gekko
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ENGlobal provides engineering/construction services to primarily energy , power, and chemical sector clients.  This puts them at the sweet spot of several industries that are experiencing booms.  They also do a chunk of work for the government and some infrastructure projects. 

Operating Highlights:
  • First Quarter 2008 Highlights Compared to First Quarter 2007:

    -- Revenue increased 20% to a record $98.2 million.
    -- Operating profit margin improved to 7.4%, from 6.8%.
    -- Net income increased 27% to approximately $4.0 million.
    -- 100% of quarter-over-quarter revenue increase is attributable to organic or non-acquisition related growth.
    -- Bi-weekly billable hours averaged 208,000 hours, up 20%, compared to 174,000 hours.
    -- Employee count increased 8% to approximately 2,600.
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    ENG:  This call was made on 05/21/08 @ $10.15
    Rating:   Positive   $10.15 (05/21/08)
    Closed:   07/24/2008 @ $14.22 (+40.10% in 64 days)


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