Timestrip

[newsoros]

This is my 1st post on equities, and would like some general feedback from everyone out there/

Iv come across a great company, called Timestrip listed on LSE’s AIM. They manufacture smart labels, which monitors lapsed time. The strip they have basically shows at a glance how much time has passed, since the opening of the product (for example)
I think this is an excellent concept and can envision it being implemented by various companies across the board, from food, to pharmaceuticals.

Even though the company hasn’t returned any profits yet, the potential to me seems enormous.
Could I get some other perspectives on this/?? What does everyone else think? Its already moved from around 2p to 7p in a few months, but I can see this flying.

As experienced stock traders, I'd appreciate your input.

newsoros

 

[newsoros]

up again today, up to 8.5p on Nestle news

This is my 1st post on equities, and would like some general feedback from everyone out there/

Iv come across a great company, called Timestrip listed on LSE’s AIM. They manufacture smart labels, which monitors lapsed time. The strip they have basically shows at a glance how much time has passed, since the opening of the product (for example)
I think this is an excellent concept and can envision it being implemented by various companies across the board, from food, to pharmaceuticals.

Even though the company hasn’t returned any profits yet, the potential to me seems enormous.
Could I get some other perspectives on this/?? What does everyone else think? Its already moved from around 2p to 7p in a few months, but I can see this flying.

As experienced stock traders, I'd appreciate your input.

newsoros

 

[Cannon]

I met with the guys behind this idea 1 week ago. I am in the food business and was interested in their product. The strip shows decreasing life on products once opened by the consumer, opposed to looking at the "use by" from the manufacturer. The strips are unique, novel and a good toll if a large Brand or retailer wants to add a unique selling point which adds true consumer benefit. I reckon the company has a sound future and the people behind the marketing of the product actually believe in what they are doing and seem very capable. The current trial with Nestle increased share prices from 3p to 6 or 7p when announced and following a trade show in Sept shares have risen to 8p+. There aren't many new USP's int he food industry (except marketing gimmicks) and I reckon this one will be a steady runner but a long time winner. If the trial with Nestle proves beneficial then they should role it out to more of their brands.

 

[newsoros]

Thanks cannon

There was recently a placing of this share with institutionals - which shows the confidence some have with this company. Its always good to be on the same side as them (usually)

 

[neil]

Cheap shares are cheap for a reason - you can only buy so many at a time, there may be one broker only -shares will react to any buying pressure, and when you want to get out you find you cannot sell.

Also cheap shares are pumped up by con artists posting on web sites and dumped when the unwary start to push up the price by their buying activity.
Leave cheap shares alone, unless you are well versed in such matters, you will burn your fingers.

 

[newsoros]

FYI - the info i have posted is offical, if u bothered to take your head out of your a*** and take a look at the real world. its understandable to be cynical, id expect that - im just asking for peoples general view on it - this being a forum, i thought that was the point.
im not pumping anything - just trying to gauge overall opinion, and listen to ideas/points of view that i may not have thought of

We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them

Cheap shares are cheap for a reason - you can only buy so many at a time, there may be one broker only -shares will react to any buying pressure, and when you want to get out you find you cannot sell.

Also cheap shares are pumped up by con artists posting on web sites and dumped when the unwary start to push up the price by their buying activity.
Leave cheap shares alone, unless you are well versed in such matters, you will burn your fingers.

 

[A Dashing Blade]

. . . if u bothered to take your head out of your a*** and take a look at the real world . . .

neil is absolutely correct.

In the real world a lot of the "spivvier" stock trade at sub 10p (anyone else remember Prontoprint, Barbican Holdings).

The company may or may not be worth it, I don't kow, but I can't think of a good (ie reputable)reason why a company has a 10 for 1 share split (28 Feb 2005) when the stock is around 40p.

Interim results till June 2005
http://www.londonstockexchange.com/LSECWS/IFSPages/MarketNewsPopup.aspx?id=1073519&source=RNS
make interesting reading (too many negative numbers? hey, you decide)

"There was recently a placing of this share with institutionals - which shows the confidence some have with this company. " er gotta link. No mention on either company website or Bloomberg of this.

 

[newsoros]

sorry dont hav a link, hope this helps. im not one of those dime a dozen, bolier room boys.the company is in loss at the moment, but i still feel it has a bright future. i believe in the product and the concept - and THATS why im talking about.


11 October 2005


Timestrip plc

(`Timestrip' or the `Company')


Placing to raise #2.4 million


The Board of Timestrip plc is pleased to announce today that it has successfully completed a Placing of 40 million Ordinary shares of 0.02p per share at 6p per share to raise #2.4 million. The Placing was with 5 institutional and professional investors, including HealthCor Management, a US based investment management company, focused principally on global healthcare and life sciences.


The placing price of 6p represents a 22.5% discount to the closing price of 7.75p on Friday 7th October and compares to an average closing price of 6.23p over the last 21 trading days to that same date.


These new funds complete the Company's funding requirements outlined at the time of its introduction to AIM via a reverse take over and will underpin the Company's R&D and development work for the foreseeable future as it makes rapid progress in commercialising its patented smart label technology.


Paul Freedman, Timestrip's joint CEO commented:


"I am delighted with the progress we have made to date in our key international markets as well as the continued from support new and established investors. We now look forward to driving forward our commercialisation strategy."

The new Ordinary shares will, when issued, rank pari passu with the existing Ordinary shares in issue and application will be made for these shares to be admitted to trading on AIM.


For further information:



Paul Freedman, Joint CEO, Timestrip plc 01462 440 700


Roland Cornish, Beaumont Cornish Limited 0207 628 3396


Shane Dolan, Biddicks 0207 448 1000






END

neil is absolutely correct.

In the real world a lot of the "spivvier" stock trade at sub 10p (anyone else remember Prontoprint, Barbican Holdings).

The company may or may not be worth it, I don't kow, but I can't think of a good (ie reputable)reason why a company has a 10 for 1 share split (28 Feb 2005) when the stock is around 40p.

Interim results till June 2005
http://www.londonstockexchange.com/LSECWS/IFSPages/MarketNewsPopup.aspx?id=1073519&source=RNS
make interesting reading (too many negative numbers? hey, you decide)

"There was recently a placing of this share with institutionals - which shows the confidence some have with this company. " er gotta link. No mention on either company website or Bloomberg of this.

 

[newsoros]

im sorry, i thought this was a traders website. iv just been to the company website, and SPENT 5 MINS - IN WHICH I EASILY FOUND THE LINK TO THE PLACING NEWS.
check your facts mate, before wielding that blunt blade

neil is absolutely correct.

In the real world a lot of the "spivvier" stock trade at sub 10p (anyone else remember Prontoprint, Barbican Holdings).

The company may or may not be worth it, I don't kow, but I can't think of a good (ie reputable)reason why a company has a 10 for 1 share split (28 Feb 2005) when the stock is around 40p.

Interim results till June 2005
http://www.londonstockexchange.com/LSECWS/IFSPages/MarketNewsPopup.aspx?id=1073519&source=RNS
make interesting reading (too many negative numbers? hey, you decide)

"There was recently a placing of this share with institutionals - which shows the confidence some have with this company. " er gotta link. No mention on either company website or Bloomberg of this.

 

[A Dashing Blade]

I'm soooooooooo sorry NewSoros, but by "institutional investors" I thought you meant "highly reputable fund managers" (bangs head against wall for being so stupid).

Googling "HealthCor Management" gives me all of 5 hits. 3 of these are links to the press release you quote and 2 to a class action bought against them .

But hey, many views make a market and I'm not saying Timestrip are dodgy in any way.

Suggest everybody Google "viral marketing" before contributing to this thread.

 

[newsoros]

FYI

INSTITUTIONAL:

Of or relating to an institution or institutions.
Organized as or forming an institution: institutional religion.
Characteristic or suggestive of an institution, especially in being uniform, dull, or unimaginative: institutional furniture; a pale institutional green.
Of or relating to the principles or institutes of a subject such as law

At first you couldnt find the information and now you are trying to discredit it. You sound better suited to being a lawyer than a trader




We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them

I'm soooooooooo sorry NewSoros, but by "institutional investors" I thought you meant "highly reputable fund managers" (bangs head against wall for being so stupid).

Googling "HealthCor Management" gives me all of 5 hits. 3 of these are links to the press release you quote and 2 to a class action bought against them .

But hey, many views make a market and I'm not saying Timestrip are dodgy in any way.

Suggest everybody Google "viral marketing" before contributing to this thread.

 

[A Dashing Blade]

At first you couldnt find the information and now you are trying to discredit it. You sound better suited to being a lawyer than a trader

Found the link you provided in two shakes of a lambs tail pal.

What part of " . . . but by "institutional investors" I thought you meant "highly reputable fund managers" . . . " didn't you understand ? (serious question asked with a hint of sarcasm but a serious question nontheless)

I'm not attempting to discredit it, just stating to internet profile of HealthCor Management. If that doesn't ring alarm bells with you then so be it.

I'm not a trader any more.

btw, did you google "Viral Marketing"?

Kind Regards

ADB

 

[newsoros]

" "There was recently a placing of this share with institutionals - which shows the confidence some have with this company. " er gotta link. No mention on either company website or Bloomberg of this "

- Are you a goldfish, do you not remember your earlier post??? compare what you said here and your most recent post - and let me know when the discrepancy hits you.

From the statement, it says it was placed with 5 institutional and professional investors. I agree - its not totally reassuring when the only name is Healthcor Management. Its obviously just management sugar coating BS, if the only name they released is as above. BUT I was quoting from the statment the company released

Didnt you ever hear the phrase, assumptions are the mother of all F-up's?!

and if you go back to my original post- I was looking for other opinions. The forums are meant for exactly those sort of disscussions. Im not pushing/marketing ANYTHING



Be wary of the man who urges an action in which he himself incurs no risk -- Joaquin Setanti

Found the link you provided in two shakes of a lambs tail pal.

What part of " . . . but by "institutional investors" I thought you meant "highly reputable fund managers" . . . " didn't you understand ? (serious question asked with a hint of sarcasm but a serious question nontheless)

I'm not attempting to discredit it, just stating to internet profile of HealthCor Management. If that doesn't ring alarm bells with you then so be it.

I'm not a trader any more.

btw, did you google "Viral Marketing"?

Kind Regards

ADB

 

[newsoros]

TIMESTRIP website is under construction, was wondering if anyone could shed light on this?

Developments relating to Nestle & pfizer trials maybe??

any ideas appreciated

 

[newsoros]

Timestrip have developed a stip to measure time elapsed for upto a year - opens up potential markets for them. e.g pharmceuticals

this was mentioned in fridays FT and also n daily mail

does anyone even read this - seems like im the only one posting!

 

[Cannon]

Newsoros - I purchased a small amount of Timestrip shares back in about Sept / Oct after meeting these guys as I thought they had a decent product but I also had my reservations on how funtional it was and how profitable it will work out. I must have had some confidence, but only gambled a few quid. it has paid off and the shares are doing pretty well at the moment at around 10p - I don't think theres much chance of me retiring on my profits, might just pay for lunch.

The chaps behind the business are trying to raise its profile and get food produceers to trial the strips - I haven't seen any on any food products in the UK and heard that a company in a distant land had started to trial the strips - I'm not going to sell just yet, so guess I'll have to go hungy today............. and await my lunch with Champagne later in the year.
have you had a punt ?

 

[newsoros]

Cannon I am in this. I first bought in about march/april at 2.6p and topped up in jan at 6.7p
Nothing huge, but a tidy amount.

might book some profit, still weighing it up

One new piece of info that might have caused the jump today, is that they changed advisors to Evolution Securities. This is part of it:

Timestrip (TIME.L) (from not rated) Buy
Initiation of Coverage 13 February 2006
Ahead of its time

We initiate coverage of Timestrip as it moves into mass-market
commercialisation. We are not aware of any other timer system that can
come close in price. Investors have a rare opportunity to climb aboard an
emerging global brand while it is still a penny share.

Simple, low cost and effective

The Timestrip® is a patent-protected smart label. A liquid diffuses through a membrane substrate at a predictable rate, giving +/-10% accuracy. Labels
can be calibrated to measure elapsed times ranging from minutes up to a
year. The Company expects licensees will cut their selling prices as volume
rises from 3.25p in 07 to 2.5p in 09, making the additional cost quite trivial
for consumers. This should allow the Timestrip® to become as commonplaceas, for example, ring-pull plastic cans.

Technology hurdles overcome

Unlike so many emerging companies, Timestrip has already passed its
technical hurdles. The strips work reliably and the equipment for volume
production has already been developed. It is hard to overstate the
fundamental advantage this gives the shares, compared to so many small
technology companies.

Attractive business model

Timestrip will initially supply fully-made labels, though these can be tailored
to include the customer’s brand as well as its own. Over time it will grant
licences, allowing customers to make their own strips using the Company’s
equipment.