Sanofi-aventis video Q&A: CEO Chris Viehbacher comments on earnings for Q2 2010

PARIS–(Business Wire)–
Sanofi-aventis, one of the world`s largest diversified healthcare companies,
reports earnings for the second-quarter of 2010. CEO Chris Viehbacher comments
on Q2 earnings and outlook.

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Topics covered in the interview include:

– Group performance
– Diabetes
– Consumer Health Care
– Oncology
– Emerging Markets
– Merial-Intervet
– Lovenox
– R&D
– Pricing
– External growth

About sanofi-aventis:

Sanofi-aventis, a leading global diversified healthcare company, discovers,
develops and distributes therapeutic solutions to improve the lives of everyone.
Sanofi-aventis is listed in Paris (EURONEXT : SAN) and in New York (NYSE : SNY).

Company website: http://en.sanofi-aventis.com/home.asp

Sanofi-aventis
Investor Relations :
IR@sanofi-aventis.com
or
Media Relations :
MR@sanofi-aventis.com

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Release of Legrand’s half-year financial report as of June 30, 2010

LIMOGES, France–(Business Wire)–
Regulatory News:

Legrand (Paris:LR) indicates that its half-year financial report as of June 30,
2010 is available as from today, at:

http://www.legrandgroup.com/EN/

ABOUT LEGRAND

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building
infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for use in commercial,
industrial and residential markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Innovation for a steady flow of new products with high added value is a prime
vector for growth. Legrand reported sales of €3.6 billion in 2009. The company
is listed on Euronext and is a component stock of indexes including the SBF120.
FTSE4Good, MSCI World and ASPI (ISIN code FR0010307819). www.legrandgroup.com

Investor Relations:
Legrand
François Poisson
Tel : +33 (0)1 49 72 53 53
Fax : +33 (0)1 43 60 54 92
E-mail : francois.poisson@legrand.fr
or
Press Relation:
Publicis Consultants
Antoine Denry
Tel : +33 1 57 32 85 87
Fax : +33 (0)1 57 32 85 84
E-mail : Antoine.Denry@consultants.publicis.fr
or
Anne-Catherine Hehl
Tel : +33 (0)1 57 32 86 33
Fax : +33 (0)1 57 32 85 84
E-mail : Anne-Catherine.Hehl@consultants.publicis.fr

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Interview vidéo : le DG de Sanofi-aventis, Chris Viehbacher, commente les résultats du 2ème trimestre 2010

PARIS–(Business Wire)–
Sanofi-aventis, l`un des leaders mondiaux de la santé, publie ses résultats pour
le 2ème trimestre 2010. Le Directeur Général Chris Viehbacher commente les
résultats et les perspectives.

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Au sommaire de l`interview:

– Performance du Groupe
– Diabète
– Santé Grand Public
– Oncologie
– Marchés Emergents
– Merial-Intervet
– Lovenox
– R&D
– Prix
– Croissance externe

A propos de sanofi-aventis :

Sanofi-aventis est un leader global de la santé qui recherche, développe et
diffuse des solutions thérapeutiques pour améliorer la vie de chacun. Le Groupe
est coté en bourse à Paris (EURONEXT : SAN) et à New York (NYSE : SNY).

Site web de la société: http://www.sanofi-aventis.com/accueil.asp

Sanofi-aventis
Contact Investisseurs :
IR@sanofi-aventis.com
ou
Contact Médias :
MR@sanofi-aventis.com

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Release of Legrand’s half-year financial report as of June 30, 2010

LIMOGES, France–(Business Wire)–
Regulatory News:

Legrand (Paris:LR) indicates that its half-year financial report as of June 30,
2010 is available as from today, at:

http://www.legrandgroup.com/EN/

ABOUT LEGRAND

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building
infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for use in commercial,
industrial and residential markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Innovation for a steady flow of new products with high added value is a prime
vector for growth. Legrand reported sales of €3.6 billion in 2009. The company
is listed on Euronext and is a component stock of indexes including the SBF120.
FTSE4Good, MSCI World and ASPI (ISIN code FR0010307819). www.legrandgroup.com

Investor Relations:
Legrand
François Poisson
Tel : +33 (0)1 49 72 53 53
Fax : +33 (0)1 43 60 54 92
E-mail : francois.poisson@legrand.fr
or
Press Relation:
Publicis Consultants
Antoine Denry
Tel : +33 1 57 32 85 87
Fax : +33 (0)1 57 32 85 84
E-mail : Antoine.Denry@consultants.publicis.fr
or
Anne-Catherine Hehl
Tel : +33 (0)1 57 32 86 33
Fax : +33 (0)1 57 32 85 84
E-mail : Anne-Catherine.Hehl@consultants.publicis.fr

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Panasonic comemora contagem regressiva de dois anos para os Jogos Olímpicos de Londres de 2012 na Trafalgar Square

OSAKA, Japão–(Business Wire)–
Lembrando que “faltam exatamente dois anos” para os Jogos Olímpicos de Londres
de 2012 (London 2012), a Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC)(TOKYO:6752), parceira
oficial da categoria de equipamentos audiovisuais dos Jogos Olímpicos de Londres
de 2012, anunciou hoje que a empresa vai sediar um evento de um dia chamado
“Prepare-se para Londres 2012″ (“Get Ready for London 2012″), na Trafalgar
Square, no dia 27 de julho de 2010.

Entre os destaques do evento estão uma “Zona do futuro em 3D”, apresentando seis
blocos de propaganda especiais, que incluem Full HD 3D Plasma Home Theater
Systems da Panasonic – sistemas de home theater de plasma em Full HD 3D. Os
sistemas permitem aos visitantes assistir a sequências empolgantes de filmagem
de jogos olímpicos recentes em 3D de alta qualidade, e imergir em imagens
realistas em HD 3D.

Além disso, em colaboração com o Comitê Organizador dos Jogos Olímpicos e
Paraolímpicos de Londres (LOCOG) e a British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), a
Panasonic vai apresentar uma transmissão direta das comemorações sediadas no
Olympic Park, East London, na sua grande tela na Trafalgar Square. Com a
transmissão ao vivo do canal BBC News, a tela de LED de 60 m2 da Panasonic vai
dar às pessoas uma oportunidade de fazer parte desse dia marcante na contagem
regressiva para Londres 2012.

A Panasonic vai exibir vários eventos e atrações, das 11h00 às 20h00 (horário
local), no dia 27 de julho na Trafalgar Square, incluindo uma transmissão ao
vivo do Parque Olímpico de Londres 2012, entre 14h15 e 15h00 (horário local).

Um evento de mídia será comemorado entre 18h00 e 18h30, no mesmo dia. Algumas
presenças importantes serão as do diretor executivo do LOCOG, Paul Deighton, do
medalhista de ouro olímpico da equipe da Grã Bretanha, Tim Brabants, e da
medalhista de prata olímpico da equipe da Grã Bretanha, Keri-Anne Payne.

Para ver outros detalhes e saber mais sobre a transmissão, acesse

http://live2012.panasonic.co.uk/

Transmissão de vídeo e áudio com qualidade disponíveis para download em

http://www.thenewsmarket.com/panasonic

Parceira olímpica mundial oficial

A Panasonic tem o orgulho de apoiar o movimento olímpico, voltado para a
promoção da paz mundial através dos esportes, como parceira olímpica mundial
oficial da categoria de equipamentos audiovisuais há mais de vinte anos, desde o
início do programa de parceria olímpica – The Olympic Partner (TOP) Program -
nos Jogos Olímpicos de Inverno de Calgary, em 1988. Com o lema “Compartilhando a
paixão”, a Panasonic contribui com sua tecnologia para o sucesso dos jogos
olímpicos. Em 2007, a Panasonic renovou a parceria com o Comitê Olímpico
Internacional até os Jogos Olímpicos de 2016, no Rio de Janeiro.
Para outras informações, acesse http://panasonic.net/olympic/

O texto no idioma original deste anúncio é a versão oficial autorizada. As
traduções são fornecidas apenas como uma facilidade e devem se referir ao texto
no idioma original, que é a única versão do texto que tem efeito legal.

Panasonic Corporation
Yoko Nakamizu, +81-(0)6-6937-7114
olympicpress@gg.jp.panasonic.com

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ImpreMedia Launches Special Coverage of Arizona SB 1070

LOS ANGELES–(Business Wire)–
ImpreMedia, the number one Hispanic news and information company in the U.S. in
online and print, announced that all of its properties will publish a
comprehensive, multimedia package covering the new Arizona law SB1070 beginning
today, Sunday, July 25, 2010.

The Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act also known as SB
1070, takes effect July 29, 2010 and has sparked national controversy and
debate.

“There is both information and misinformation about Arizona SB 1070. As a
trusted source, we feel it is important to provide the Hispanic community with a
clear explanation about the law, the impact on our community and what to do if
you encounter yourself faced with the law,” stated Hilda Garcia, VP of
Multi-platform News and Information. “Beyond that there is a human element; how
it has affected people as individuals and families. We put a face and a voice to
the people the law impacts.”

The multimedia package is available on all of ImpreMedia`s digital properties
allowing Hispanics across the nation access to the information. The coverage
includes the impact and effects on Latino families, immigration, security and
the economy. It features videos, slideshows, testimonial, statistics, a
chronology of the law and a forum where people can voice their opinion about the
law. Special coverage will also be published in ImpreMedia`s newspapers,
starting today and continuing throughout the upcoming weeks.

Starting on Sunday, July 25, 2010 the coverage can be found at:

www.laopinion.com/arizona-sb1070

www.eldiariony.com/arizona-sb1070

www.laraza.com/arizona-sb1070

www.rumbonet.com/arizona-sb1070

www.elmensajero.com/arizona-sb1070

www.laprensafl.com/arizona-sb1070

www.hoynyc.com/arizona-sb1070

www.impre.com/arizona-sb1070

About ImpreMedia

ImpreMedia (http://www.impremedia.com) is the No. 1 Hispanic News and
Information Company in the U.S. in Online and Print. ImpreMedia`s multi-platform
offerings range from Online to Video, Widgets, Social Media, Mobile, Audio and
Print and encompass 97 products on 7 platforms, including the portal
www.impre.com and its McClatchy partner. 31% of all U.S. Hispanic adults use an
impreMedia network product. The network is also the nation`s largest Hispanic
newspaper publisher with newspapers in the top 7 U.S. Hispanic markets, reaching
16 markets total and representing 61% of the U.S. Hispanic population. Its
leading publications include La Opinión in Los Angeles and El Diario La Prensa
in New York. ImpreMedia portals and publication websites are: www.impre.com,
www.imprerewards.com, www.lavibra.com, www.impreautos.com, www.laopinion.com,
www.eldiariony.com, www.hoynyc.com, www.laraza.com, www.laprensafl.com,
www.elmensajero.com, www.rumbonet.com, www.vistamagazine.com, and
www.contigola.com.

ImpreMedia, LLC was formed in 2004 as the first ever national Spanish-language
print and digital news and information company in the United States targeting
the growing Hispanic population. ImpreMedia originally combined the forces of La
Opinión and El Diario/La Prensa, the leading Spanish-language daily newspapers
in Los Angeles and New York. ImpreMedia is backed by a private investment group
led by Clarity Partners, Halyard Capital, ACON Investments, and the Lozano
family. Clarity Partners is a private equity firm based in Los Angeles, managing
over US$1 billion and focused on the media, communications, and business
services sectors. Halyard is a private equity firm based in New York, with over
$600 million of capital under management focused on investing in education,
information and marketing Services, communications and media companies. ACON
Investments is a diversified private equity firm based in Washington, D.C., with
more than $400 million of capital under management. ACON has portfolio
investments in the United States, Latin America and Europe. The Lozano family
originally founded La Opinión, and have owned and/or operated La Opinión for
almost 85 years.

ImpreMedia LLC
Mary Zerafa, 213-896-3600 or 562-754-2500
mary.zerafa@impremedia.com

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Acme United Corporation Reports 7% Sales Increase for the Second Quarter

FAIRFIELD, Conn.–(Business Wire)–
Acme United Corporation (NYSE AMEX:ACU) today announced that net sales for the
second quarter ended June 30, 2010 were $20.6 million, compared to $19.2 million
in the comparable period of 2009, an increase of 7% (8% in local currency). Net
income was $1,567,000, or $.48 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30,
2010, compared to $1,341,000 or $.40 per diluted share for the comparable period
last year, an increase of 17% in net income and 20% in diluted earnings per
share.

Net sales for the six months ended June 30, 2010 were $33.7 million, compared to
$30.5 million in the same period in 2009, an increase of 11% (10% in local
currency). Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2010 was $1,780,000, or
$.54 per diluted share, compared to $1,383,000, or $.41 per diluted share in the
comparable period last year, a 29% increase in net income and 32% in diluted
earnings per share.

Net sales for the quarter ended June 30, 2010 in the U.S. segment increased 1%
compared to the same period in 2009. Net sales for the six months ended June 30,
2010 in the U.S. segment increased 5% compared to the same period in 2009. Sales
in the U.S. were a reflection of the slow economic recovery in the U.S. Net
sales in Canada for the three and six months ended June 30, 2010 increased 10%
and 14%, respectively, in U.S. dollars compared to the same periods in 2009 but
decreased 2% and 1% respectively, in local currency. European net sales for the
three and six months ended June 30, 2010 increased 64% and 46%, respectively, in
U.S. dollars compared to the same periods in 2009 and increased 75% and 49%
respectively, in local currency. Sales in Europe increased due to growth in the
mass and office markets.

Gross margins were 36.7% in the second quarter of 2010 versus 37.1% in the
comparable period last year. The gross margins in the second quarter of 2010
were impacted by higher airfreight expense of approximately $250,000 due to
labor shortages and production constraints in the Asian factories. For the first
six months of 2010, gross margins were 37.6%, compared to 37.4% in the same
period in 2009.

The effective tax rate for the first six months of 2010 was 17%, compared to 34%
in the same period of 2009. The effective tax rate for the six months ended June
30, 2010, reflects approximately $180,000 of tax benefits associated with the
Company`s donation of land to the City of Bridgeport, CT in the fourth quarter
of 2009.

Walter C. Johnsen, Chairman and CEO said, “We had a solid quarter in sales,
earnings, and cash flow. However, the Company incurred substantial air freights
costs due to lower production than planned, with the resultant need to expedite
shipments to meet customer demand on time. We are addressing this by increasing
supply stock and expanding capacity.” Mr. Johnsen added that he was pleased with
the growth in European sales.

The Company`s bank debt less cash on June 30, 2010 was $8.9 million compared to
$8.9 million on June 30, 2009. During the 12 month period ended June 30, 2010,
Acme purchased 241,000 shares of its common stock for treasury for a total of
approximately $2.25 million and paid a total of $650,000 in dividends, which
were offset by cash flow from operations of $3 million. As of June 30, 2010,
there were 83,376 shares remaining for purchase under the Company`s stock
repurchase program.

ACME UNITED CORPORATION is a leading worldwide supplier of innovative cutting,
measuring and safety products to the school, home, office and industrial
markets. Its leading brands include Westcott, Clauss, Camillus and
PhysiciansCare .

Forward-looking statements in this report, including without limitation,
statements related to the Company`s plans, strategies, objectives, expectations,
intentions and adequacy of resources, are made pursuant to the safe harbor
provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors
are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and
uncertainties including, without limitation, the following: (i) the Company`s
plans, strategies, objectives, expectations and intentions are subject to change
at any time at the discretion of the Company; (ii) the impact of current
uncertainties in global economic conditions and the ongoing financial crisis
affecting the domestic and foreign banking system and financial markets,
including the impact on the Company`s suppliers and customers (iii) currency
fluctuations (iv) the Company`s plans and results of operations will be affected
by the Company`s ability to manage its growth, and (v) other risks and
uncertainties indicated from time to time in the Company`s filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.

ACME UNITED CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
SECOND QUARTER REPORT 2010
(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
Amounts in 000′s except per share data June 30, 2010 June 30, 2009

Net sales $ 20,585 $ 19,161
Cost of goods sold 13,034 12,056
Gross profit 7,551 7,105
Selling, general, and administrative expenses 5,605 5,086
Income from operations 1,946 2,019
Interest expense 79 44
Interest income (41 ) (31 )
Net interest expense 38 13
Other expense (income) 24 (30 )
Total other expense (income) 62 (17 )
Pre-tax income 1,884 2,036
Income tax expense 317 695
Net income $ 1,567 $ 1,341

Shares outstanding – Basic 3,158 3,325
Shares outstanding – Diluted 3,289 3,388

Earnings per share basic $ 0.50 $ 0.40
Earnings per share diluted 0.48 0.40

ACME UNITED CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
SECOND QUARTER REPORT 2010 (cont.)
(Unaudited)

Six Months Ended Six Months Ended
Amounts in 000′s except per share data June 30, 2010 June 30, 2009

Net sales $ 33,706 $ 30,458
Cost of goods sold 21,042 19,056
Gross profit 12,664 11,402
Selling, general, and administrative expenses 10,417 9,302
Income from operations 2,247 2,100
Interest expense 131 86
Interest income (73 ) (66 )
Net interest expense 58 20
Other expense (income) 39 (19 )
Total other (expense) 97 1
Pre-tax income 2,150 2,099
Income tax expense 370 716
Net income $ 1,780 $ 1,383

Shares outstanding – Basic 3,163 3,336
Shares outstanding – Diluted 3,270 3,396

Earnings per share basic $ 0.56 $ 0.41
Earnings per share diluted 0.54 0.41

ACME UNITED CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
SECOND QUARTER REPORT 2010
(Unaudited)

Amounts in 000′s June 30, 2010 June 30, 2009

Assets:
Current assets:
Cash $ 4,250 $ 3,228
Accounts receivable, net 20,416 18,467
Inventories 17,970 19,299
Prepaid and other current assets 1,213 961
Total current assets 43,849 41,955

Property and equipment, net 1,994 2,249
Long term receivable 1,865 1,919
Other assets 2,562 2,509
Total assets $ 50,270 $ 48,633

Liabilities and stockholders’ equity:
Current liabilities
Accounts payable $ 6,177 $ 6,131
Other current liabilities 4,298 4,276
Total current liabilities 10,475 10,407
Bank debt 13,125 12,122
Other non current liabilities 1,746 1,995
25,346 24,524
Total stockholders’ equity 24,924 24,109
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 50,270 $ 48,633

Acme United Corporation
Paul G. Driscoll, 203-254-6060
Fax: 203-254-6521

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Eastern Virginia Bankshares Announces Increased Loan Loss Reserves, Declares Dividend

TAPPAHANNOCK, Va.–(Business Wire)–
Eastern Virginia Bankshares (NASDAQ:EVBS) today reported its results of
operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2010 and announced a
dividend declaration.

Key Highlights

After a process of evaluating our credit portfolio in this difficult economic
environment, and in light of recent evidence that suggests that economic growth
may remain weak for an extended period, EVBS announces that it has significantly
increased its provision for loan losses. While this action has an immediate
recognition of a loss for the quarter and the results of operations year to
date, it is necessary as we aggressively identify and resolve our problem loans.

For the three months ended June 30, 2010, EVBS reported a net operating loss of
($6.0) million, an increase of $4.2 million over the net operating loss of
($1.8) million reported for the same period of 2009. The net loss to common
shareholders increased to ($6.3) million, or ($1.06) per common share, assuming
dilution, compared to a net loss of ($2.1) million or ($0.36) per common share
in 2009. For the first six months of 2010, the net operating loss was ($4.6)
million, an increase of $3.6 million over the net operating loss of ($1.0)
million reported for the same period of 2009. The net loss to common
shareholders increased to ($5.4) million, or ($0.90) per common share, assuming
dilution, compared to a net loss of ($1.8) million in 2009 or ($0.30) per common
share. Continued economic weaknesses necessitated a significant increase in our
provision for loan losses and was the primary driver of our financial results
for the quarter. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2010 the provision
for loan losses was $12.6 million and $14.5 million, respectively, as compared
to $750 thousand and $1.7 million for the same periods of 2009. The difference
between net operating loss and net loss to common shareholders is the deduction
for the effective dividend to the U.S. Treasury on preferred stock.

Joe A. Shearin, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “The economic
environment remains very weak and continues to negatively impact our loan
portfolio. We continue to see declining real estate values and increased stress
on our customers` ability to pay their loans as agreed, due to historically high
unemployment levels. We remain very diligent and focused on the day-to-day
management of the credit quality of our loan portfolio and believe that our
decision to take this action to increase our reserve for loan losses is in the
best interests of our company. We are fully committed to quickly and
aggressively addressing our problem loans. Management and the Board are
optimistic that we are moving in the right direction and will continue to pursue
economically feasible and prudent measures to decrease our non-performing
assets. We believe the additional provision for loan losses is a prudent measure
against potential losses inherent in the portfolio and are confident that our
capital is sufficient to remain above well capitalized thresholds as we manage
our company through these difficult times. Given our reduced earnings
performance, we have reduced our dividend to retain capital in our company and
we are hopeful that our decision to reduce our dividend will be temporary. The
Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.01 per share payable on August 16,
2010 to shareholders of record as of August 2, 2010.”

Operations Analysis

On a more positive note, net interest income for the three months ended June 30,
2010 was $8.9 million, an increase of $756 thousand or 9.2% over the same
quarter of last year. This increase was primarily due to an increase in the net
interest margin (tax equivalent basis) from 3.31% in the second quarter of 2009
to 3.65% for the second quarter of 2010. Net interest income for the six months
ended June 30, 2010 was $18.0 million, an increase of $2.2 million or 14.0% over
the same period of last year. The year-over-year increase in the net interest
margin was driven by lower deposit costs due to our deposit re-pricing strategy
over the last 18 months, substantial reductions in the level of time deposits,
and increased levels of demand deposits and lower rate interest-bearing
transactional accounts. This has resulted in the average cost of
interest-bearing deposits falling 97 basis points to 1.69% for the six months
ended June 30, 2010, while the yield on average interest-earning assets declined
31 basis points to 5.51% for the same period.

Noninterest income for the three months ended June 30, 2010 was $3.1 million, an
increase of $5.4 million over the noninterest loss of ($2.3) million reported
for the same period of 2009. For the second quarter of 2010, noninterest income
includes $1.5 million in gains on the sale of investment securities and $78
thousand in charge-offs on investment securities, while during the second
quarter of 2009, noninterest loss includes $29 thousand in gains on the sale of
investment securities and $3.9 million in impairment losses on investment
securities. For the six months ended June 30, 2010, noninterest income was $5.2
million, compared to a noninterest loss of ($712) thousand for the same period
of 2009. In addition to the aforementioned items affecting the
quarter-over-quarter comparison of noninterest income (loss), during the six
months ended June 30, 2010, noninterest income included a $604 thousand gain on
bank owned life insurance which was not present during the same period of 2009.

Noninterest expense for the three months ended June 30, 2010 was $8.8 million,
an increase of $736 thousand over the $8.0 million reported for the three months
ended June 30, 2009. For the six months ended June 30, 2010, noninterest expense
was $16.7 million, compared to $15.4 million for the same year to date period of
2009. Salaries and employee benefits increased $426 thousand year-over-year due
to a decrease in deferred loans costs and an increase in employee related
benefits. Marketing and advertising increased $183 thousand year-over-year due
to increased media ads and other programs related to our 100th anniversary
celebration. Lending expenses increased $506 thousand year-over-year primarily
due to higher collection and repossession expenses related to non-performing
loans. Merger related expenses decreased $308 thousand year-over-year due to the
termination of the merger agreement with First Capital Bancorp during the fourth
quarter of 2009.

The return on average assets (ROA) and return on average equity (ROE) for the
three months ended June 30, 2010 were (2.30%) and (30.63%), respectively
compared to (0.78%) and (11.28%), respectively for the three months ended June
30, 2009. ROA was primarily impacted by the increase in the quarter-over-quarter
net loss of $4.2 million. ROE was impacted not only by the increased net loss,
but by an increase in average common equity of $6.8 million. For the six months
ended June 30, 2010, ROA and ROE were (0.98%) and (13.13%), respectively
compared to (0.33%) and (4.07%), respectively for the same period of 2009. ROA
was impacted by the increase in the year-over-year net loss of $3.6 million and
by an increase in average assets of $14.1 million. ROE was impacted not only by
the increased net loss, but also by a decrease in average common equity of $4.7
million.

Balance Sheet and Asset Quality

For the three months ended June 30, 2010, the provision for loan losses were
$12.6 million, an increase of $11.9 million over the $750 thousand reported for
the same period of 2009. Total net charge-offs for the second quarter of 2010
were $6.0 million compared to $405 thousand for the same period one year
earlier. For the six months ended June 30, 2010, the provision for loans losses
were $14.5 million, an increase of $12.8 million over the $1.7 million reported
for the same period in 2009. Total net charge-offs for the year to date period
June 30, 2010 were $6.6 million compared to $705 thousand for the first six
months of 2009. As of June 30, 2010, the allowance for loan losses represented
2.37% of total loans, up from 1.57% at March 31, 2010 and 1.38% at June 30,
2009. As of June 30, 2010, this allowance covers 86.7% of nonaccrual loans and
54.6% of nonperforming loans.

For the second quarter of 2010, net charge-offs to average loans outstanding
were 2.83% compared to 0.20% for the second quarter of 2009. Net charge-offs to
average loans outstanding for the six months ended June 30, 2010 were 1.55%
compared to 0.17% for the same six month period in 2009. Nonperforming assets to
total loans and other real estate owned (OREO) was 4.91% as of June 30, 2010,
compared to 4.64% at March 31, 2010 and to 3.09% at June 30, 2009. Nonperforming
assets were $41.7 million as of June 30, 2010, compared to $40.1 million at
March 31, 2010 and $25.8 million as of June 30, 2009. Of these assets,
nonaccrual loans, the single largest category in nonperforming loans, were $23.1
million at June 30, 2010, compared to $22.1 million at March 31, 2010 and $8.7
million at June 30, 2009. Included in nonperforming assets are loans classified
as troubled debt restructurings (TDRs). In general, the modification or
restructuring of a loan constitutes a TDR when we grant a concession to a
borrower experiencing financial difficulty. As of June 30, 2010, TDR loans were
$9.3 million, compared to $9.0 million at March 31, 2010 and $4.2 million at
June 30, 2009.

Total assets increased $1.8 million or 0.2% to $1.1 billion between June 30,
2009 and June 30, 2010. Between June 30, 2009 and June 30, 2010, investment
securities decreased $18.9 million or 11.2% to $149.9 million, but were up $11.6
million sequentially from March 31, 2010. Loans, net of unearned income
increased $11.3 million from June 30, 2009 to $844.1 million at June 30, 2010
and were down $8.9 million from $853.1 million as of December 31, 2009. Total
deposits increased $9.9 million or 1.2% from $848.3 million at June 30, 2009 to
$858.2 million at the end of the second quarter 2010. Year to date average loans
accruing interest were $834.5 million as of June 30, 2010, an increase of $20.9
million or 2.6% compared to the same period in 2009. Year to date average total
deposits were $852.9 million as of June 30, 2010, an increase of $9.7 million or
1.2% compared to the same period in 2009.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information contained in this discussion may include “forward-looking
statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as
amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
These forward-looking statements are generally identified by phrases such as
“the Company expects,” “the Company believes” or words of similar import. Such
forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks including, but not
limited to:

* changes in the quality or composition of our loan or investment portfolios,
including adverse developments in borrower industries, decline in real estate
values in our markets, or in the repayment ability of individual borrowers or
issuers;
* the strength of the economy in our target market area, as well as general
economic, market, or business conditions;
* changes in the interest rates affecting our deposits and our loans;
* our ability to assess and manage our asset quality;
* an insufficient allowance for loan losses as a result of inaccurate
assumptions;
* the loss of any of our key employees;
* changes in our competitive position, competitive actions by other financial
institutions and the competitive nature of the financial services industry and
our ability to compete effectively against other financial institutions in our
banking markets;
* our ability to manage growth;
* our potential growth, including our entrance or expansion into new markets,
the opportunities that may be presented to and pursued by us and the need for
sufficient capital to support that growth;
* changes in government monetary policy, interest rates, deposit flow, the cost
of funds, and demand for loan products and financial services;
* our ability to maintain internal control over financial reporting;
* our ability to raise capital as needed by our business;
* our reliance on secondary sources, such as Federal Home Loan Bank advances,
sales of securities and loans, federal funds lines of credit from correspondent
banks and out-of-market time deposits, to meet our liquidity needs;
* changes in laws, regulations and the policies of federal or state regulators
and agencies; and
* other circumstances, many of which are beyond our control.

Although the Company believes that its expectations with respect to the
forward-looking statements are based upon reliable assumptions within the bounds
of its knowledge of its business and operations, there can be no assurance that
actual results, performance or achievements of the Company will not differ
materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or
implied by such forward-looking statements.

Selected Financial Information Three months ended Six months ended
(dollars in thousands, except per share data) June 30, June 30,
Statement of Operations 2010 2009 2010 2009
Interest and dividend income $ 13,394 $ 14,656 $ 27,054 $ 28,589
Interest expense 4,447 6,464 9,097 12,833
Net interest income 8,947 8,192 17,957 15,756
Provision for loan losses 12,625 750 14,475 1,650
Net interest income (loss) after provision for loan losses (3,678 ) 7,442 3,482 14,106

Service charges and fees on deposit accounts 929 948 1,791 1,882
Other noninterest income 321 355 640 699
Debit/credit card fees 359 315 654 584
Gain on sale of available for sale securities, net 1,518 29 1,531 37
Gain on sale of fixed assets 17 – 17 –
Gain on sale of other real estate owned 49 7 80 25
Gain on bank owned life insurance – – 604 –
Impairment/charge-offs – securities (77 ) (3,923 ) (77 ) (3,939 )
Noninterest income (loss) 3,116 (2,269 ) 5,240 (712 )

Salaries and employee benefits 4,303 3,871 8,293 7,867
Occupancy and equipment 1,351 1,343 2,629 2,535
FDIC expense 553 807 1,021 1,107
Other noninterest expenses 2,564 2,015 4,713 3,906
Noninterest expenses 8,771 8,036 16,656 15,415

(Loss) before income taxes (9,333 ) (2,863 ) (7,934 ) (2,021 )
Income tax (benefit) (3,367 ) (1,092 ) (3,302 ) (973 )
Net (loss) $ (5,966 ) $ (1,771 ) $ (4,632 ) $ (1,048 )
Less: Effective preferred dividend 373 372 746 714
Net (loss) to common shareholders $ (6,339 ) $ (2,143 ) $ (5,378 ) $ (1,762 )
(Loss) per common share: basic $ (1.06 ) $ (0.36 ) $ (0.90 ) $ (0.30 )
diluted $ (1.06 ) $ (0.36 ) $ (0.90 ) $ (0.30 )
Selected Ratios
Return on average assets -2.30 % -0.78 % -0.98 % -0.33 %
Return on average common equity -30.63 % -11.28 % -13.13 % -4.07 %
Net interest margin (tax equivalent basis) 3.65 % 3.31 % 3.68 % 3.24 %
Period End Balances
Loans, net of unearned income $ 844,120 $ 832,771 $ 844,120 $ 832,771
Total assets 1,099,814 1,098,002 1,099,814 1,098,002
Total deposits 858,189 848,271 858,189 848,271
Total borrowings 131,928 134,910 131,928 134,910
Total capital 99,896 101,059 99,896 101,059
Shareholders’ equity 75,896 77,059 75,896 77,059
Book value per common share 12.75 13.02 12.75 13.02
Average Balances
Loans, net of unearned income and nonaccrual loans $ 834,280 $ 817,787 $ 834,534 $ 813,622
Total earning assets 1,003,285 1,018,023 1,004,628 1,004,893
Total assets 1,103,570 1,103,545 1,104,260 1,090,200
Total deposits 856,965 857,677 852,915 843,183
Total borrowings 130,647 135,072 135,577 136,514
Total capital 107,002 100,216 106,603 99,547
Shareholders’ equity 83,002 76,216 82,603 87,327
Asset Quality at Period End
Allowance for loan losses 20,046 11,487 20,046 11,487
Nonperforming assets 41,670 25,846 41,670 25,846
Net charge-offs 6,041 406 6,584 705
Net charge-offs to average loans 2.83 % 0.20 % 1.55 % 0.17 %
Allowance for loan losses to period end loans 2.37 % 1.38 % 2.37 % 1.38 %
Nonperforming assets to total loans & OREO 4.91 % 3.09 % 4.91 % 3.09 %
Other Information
Number of shares outstanding – period end 5,954,756 5,917,455 5,954,756 5,917,455
Average shares outstanding – basic 5,968,520 5,914,396 5,967,960 5,909,902
Average shares outstanding – diluted 5,968,520 5,914,396 5,967,960 5,909,902

Eastern Virginia Bankshares, Inc.
Doug Haskett
Chief Financial Officer
Voice: 804-443-8460
Fax: 804-445-1047

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Are Brides at Work Good or Bad? TheKnot.com, WeddingChannel.com & ForbesWoman.com Unveil “Work & Wedding” Survey Results

Brides Believe Being Engaged and Married Has a Positive Impact at Job Interviews
and at Work.
Yet, 1 in 3 Brides Admit Their Job Performance Has Suffered as a Result of
Wedding Planning.

View Full Findings at TheKnot.com/WorkandWedding and ForbesWoman.com
NEW YORK–(Business Wire)–
TheKnot.com (www.theknot.com) and WeddingChannel.com (www.weddingchannel.com),
the top two wedding planning websites housing the largest online community of
brides, and ForbesWoman (www.forbeswoman.com), a website for career-minded
women, today revealed the results of a cobranded “Work & Wedding” survey. This
one-of-a-kind survey, promoted on ForbesWoman.com, TheKnot.com and
WeddingChannel.com during the peak wedding month of July, polled 1,000 working
brides on their personal experiences and opinions when it comes to juggling work
and wedding planning. This in-depth survey reveals how wedding planning affects
job performance and employee relations, as well as a bride`s perception of being
married and engaged in the workforce.

“Planning a wedding can oftentimes be a full-time job for brides, so it`s no
surprise they`re distracted at work,” says Carley Roney, editor in chief of
TheKnot.com. “However, our survey finds that nearly one in two brides say that
after the wedding, they become more competitive at work. This could be good news
for employers since these newlyweds are now completely refocused on work and
will work harder than ever to meet their financial goals as a couple.”

Highlights from TheKnot.com, WeddingChannel.com and ForbesWoman.com “Work &
Wedding” survey results include:

38% OF WORKING BRIDES THINK BEING MARRIED HAS A POSITIVE IMPACT ON HOW THEY`RE
PERCEIVED IN THE WORKPLACE. Interestingly enough, 29% of total respondents said
that wearing an engagement ring could have a positive impact during a job
interview.

WORKING BRIDES SPEND AN AVERAGE OF 10 HOURS A WEEK PLANNING THEIR WEDDING-NEARLY
30% OF WHICH IS DONE AT WORK. However, for 20% of working brides, more than half
of their wedding planning is done at work. 35% of working brides squeeze in
wedding planning around lunchtime and 41% do it pretty much whenever they can.

1 IN 3 WORKING BRIDES ADMIT WEDDING PLANNING HAS HAD A NEGATIVE IMPACT ON THEIR
JOB PERFORMANCE. The majority of employers don`t seem to notice though, as only
15% of these brides say that someone at work has commented about it.

MORE THAN HALF OF WORKING BRIDES SAY MARRIED AND ENGAGED COWORKERS ARE MORE
SUPPORTIVE THAN SINGLE COWORKERS. Additionally, 15% of working brides say that
single coworkers in committed relationships seem to be jealous about their
upcoming nuptials.

“There’s no doubt about it-planning a wedding at work can be time-consuming and
challenging,” said ForbesWoman Reporter Meghan Casserly. “But, rather than
trying to hide their wedding planning from colleagues and managers, brides-to-be
should communicate openly about taking care of both priorities-work and
wedding.”

To see the Forbes.com article and more survey results, please visit
TheKnot.com/workandwedding and ForbesWoman.com. To receive a full copy of the
survey results, or to speak with an editor from TheKnot.com or ForbesWoman.com,
please contact Jacalyn Lee at Jacalyn@theknot.com or Debbie Weathers at
dweathers@forbes.com.

About TheKnot.com & WeddingChannel.com

TheKnot.com (www.theknot.com) and WeddingChannel.com (www.weddingchannel.com)
are the nation`s top two wedding planning websites housing the largest online
community of brides. Reaching millions of brides each year, TheKnot.com and
WeddingChannel.com offer comprehensive wedding planning content, expert Q&As, a
passionate online community, interactive wedding tools and a central location
for couples to manage their gift registries. TheKnot.com and WeddingChannel.com
are part of The Knot Inc. (NASDAQ: KNOT; http://www.theknot.com), the premier
media company devoted to weddings, pregnancy and everything in between,
providing young women with the trusted information, products and advice they
need to guide them through the most transformative events of their lives.

Forbes Media

Forbes Media encompasses Forbes and Forbes.com, the #1 business site on the Web
that reaches on average more than 18 million people monthly. The company
publishes Forbes and Forbes Asia, which together reach a worldwide audience of
more than 6 million readers. It also publishes ForbesLife and ForbesWoman
magazines, in addition to licensee editions in China, Croatia, India, Indonesia,
Israel, Korea, Latvia, Middle East, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia and
Turkey.

Other Forbes Media Web sites are: Investopedia.com; RealClearPolitics.com;
RealClearMarkets.com; RealClearSports.com; and the Forbes.com Business and
Finance Blog Network. Together with Forbes.com, these sites reach on average
nearly 40 million business decision makers each month.

Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available:

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The Knot Inc.
Jacalyn Lee, 212-219-8555 x1013
Public Relations Director
jacalyn@theknot.com
or
ForbesWoman.com
Debbie Weathers, 212-366-8868
dweathers@forbes.com

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Capital Bank Reports 134% Growth in Deposits, 92% Growth in Loans & 99% Growth in Assets

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif.–(Business Wire)–
Capital Bank (OTCBB:CBJC) today announced results of operations for the second
quarter of 2010 marked by continued strong growth in loans, deposits and assets.
Deposits expanded by almost $43 million or 134% from the same period last year
to $74.2 million, while loans swelled 92% to $62.9 million by quarter end.
Assets nearly doubled climbing 99% to $85.6 million, a $42.6 million increase.
While the Bank reported a net loss of $594,000, more than $370,000 of this is
attributable to non-cash charges for stock option expense and to maintain
prudent loan loss reserves required by the outstanding loan growth the bank has
experienced. Further, the Bank`s overall operating loss has improved 43% from
the same period last year and is solely attributable to planned initial
operating costs as no operational or loan losses were incurred.

J.M. “Mike” Justice Jr., President & Chief Executive Officer, stated “We are on
the cusp of operating profitability as evidenced by the significant decline in
our net operating loss. Our ongoing strong growth in loans, the bank`s primary
earning asset, has resulted in a 127% increase in interest income compared to
the same period last year. I continue to be very pleased with our strong growth
pattern and success in executing our business plan. While many banks continue to
struggle to eliminate problem loans from their balance sheet and mitigate
further deterioration in earnings, we have no such problems and the future looks
very bright for Capital Bank.” Mr. Justice stated further that “While loan,
deposit and asset growth continue to be very strong for our Bank, we have not
sacrificed quality simply for the sake of growth. Our Bank holds no foreclosed
property, does not have a single past due or non-performing loan and maintains
prudent loan loss reserves equal to 1.46% of outstanding loans at quarter`s end.
Total capital continues to be exceptionally strong with total estimated risk
based capital of over 15%, well in excess of the regulatory standard of 10% to
be considered well capitalized. Mr. Justice stated further, “The strong growth
of our quality balance sheet combined with our ongoing positive earnings trend,
strong capital base and growing market share have been noted by the capital
markets; we are very pleased with our stock that continues to out-perform our
peers in these still uncertain times.”

John R. McGill, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, stated, “We
are very pleased that our strong performance and exceptional balance sheet
growth was recently recognized with a 4 Star Rating of Excellence from the
nationally recognized independent bank rating firm of Bauer Financial. We are
confident that our commitment to and success in executing our business plan will
continue to be recognized by the capital markets and rating agencies, as well as
develop significant long term shareholder value.”

Dedicated to becoming recognized as the Premier Business and Professional Bank
of south Orange County, by providing innovative financial solutions tailored to
the needs of our customers, which exceed their expectations, producing superior
shareholder value that become solutions recognized for…”Banking Outside the
Box.”

For Additional Information visit our website at: www.mycapitalbank.com.

Stock Symbol: OTCBB:CBJC

Market Makers:

Steve Arrigo, Senior Vice President (949) 644-1890
Crowell Weedon & Company

David Perry, Assistant Vice President (415) 538-5746
Howe, Barnes, Hoeffer & Arnett

Bauer Financial:

http://www.bauerfinancial.com

Information contained herein may contain certain forward-looking statements that
are based on management`s current expectations regarding economic, legislative,
and regulatory issues that may impact the Bank`s earnings in future periods.
Forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate
strictly to historical or current facts. They often include the words “believe,”
“expect,” “intend,” “estimate” or words of similar meaning, or future or
conditional verbs such as “will,” “would,” “should,” “could” or “may.” Factors
that could cause future results to vary materially from current management
expectations include, but are not limited to, general economic conditions,
changes in interest rates, deposit flows, real estate values, and competition;
changes in accounting principles, policies or guidelines; changes in legislation
or regulation; and other economic, competitive, governmental, regulatory and
technological factors affecting the Bank`s operations, pricing, products and
services. The Bank undertakes no obligation to release publicly the result of
any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect
events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect the
occurrence of unanticipated events.

CAPITAL BANK

SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA -UNAUDITED

(All figures in thousands) as of:

Balance Sheet 6/30/10 6/30/09 Change %

Total Assets $ 86,635 $ 42,996 99 %

Gross Loans $ 62,908 $ 32,705 92 %

Total Deposits $ 74,159 $ 31,632 134 %

Total Shareholders` Equity $ 9,931 $ 11,049

Capital Bank
J.M. “Mike” Justice Jr , President & C.E.O.
949-489-4202
or
John R. McGill, Executive Vice President & C.O.O.
949-489-4203

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Pioneer Southwest Energy Partners L.P. Announces Quarterly Distribution on Common Units

DALLAS–(Business Wire)–
Pioneer Southwest Energy Partners L.P.(“Pioneer Southwest”)(NYSE:PSE) today
announced a cash distribution of $0.50 per unit on Pioneer Southwest’s
outstanding common units for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. The distribution
is payable August 12, 2010, to unitholders of record at the close of business on
August 4, 2010.

Pioneer Southwest is a Delaware limited partnership, headquartered in Dallas,
Texas, with current production and drilling operations in the Spraberry field in
West Texas. For more information, visit www.pioneersouthwest.com.

Pioneer Southwest Energy Partners L.P.
Investors
Frank Hopkins, 972-969-4065
or
Nolan Badders, 972-969-3955
or
Media and Public Affairs
Susan Spratlen, 972-969-4018
or
Suzanne Hicks, 972-969-4020

Copyright Business Wire 2010

Betsson AB: Interim report, 1 January – 30 June 2010

The second quarter revenues increased by 29 percent
STOCKHOLM–(Business Wire)–
ALL FIGURES IN THIS REPORT ARE IN SEK. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED THE FIGURES IN
BRACKETS ARE THE CORRESPONDING FIGURES FOR THE PREVIOUS YEAR. THIS INFORMATION
APPLIES TO THE GROUP UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

Second quarter

* Revenues increased by 29 percent to SEK 366.1 (284.6) million
* Operating income increased to SEK 88.0 (61.6) million, an increase of 43
percent
* Income before tax amounted to SEK 88.5 (62.0) million
* Income for the period totalled SEK 84.0 (58.9) million, corresponding to SEK
2.14 (1.50) per share
* At the end of the quarter, cash amounted to SEK 517.8 (287.9) million and the
group continues to have no interest-bearing liabilities
* The Gross Turnover in Sportsbook amounted to SEK 1 233.1 (644.8) million,
corresponding to an increase of 91 percent
* The Gross Turnover in Live betting in Sportsbook amounted to SEK 699,7 (227.6)
million, corresponding to an increase of 207 percent
* Betsson has launched LiveCasino on www.CasinoEuro.com
* Due to legal reasons, Betsson has chosen to block French citizens, this is
assumed to have a marginal impact on Betsson´s profit in the future

Interim period

* Revenues increased by 22 percent to SEK 733.8 (600.1) million
* Operating income increased to SEK 172.2 (144.0) million, an increase of 20
percent
* Income before tax amounted to SEK 173.1 (145.0) million
* Income for the period totalled SEK 164.2 (137.7) million, corresponding to SEK
4.18 (3.51) per share

Key Performance Indicators

Q2 Q2 Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Full year
2010 2009 2010 2009 2009
Totals
Revenues 366.1 284.6 733.8 600.1 1 299.7
Gross Profit 291.7 224.1 589.0 479.8 1 045.0
Operating Income 88.0 61.6 172.2 144.0 316.9
Cash 517.8 287.9 517.8 287.9 529.1
Active Customers (thousands) 288.7 185.3 288.7 185.3 288.7
Registered Customers (thousands) 2 719.3 1 777.1 2 719.3 1 777.1 2 117.8
Customer Deposits 911.1 783.1 1 876.0 1 518.7 3 258.0
Sportsbook
Gross Turnover Sportsbook 1 233.1 644.8 2 245.9 1 181.3 2 571.5
Margin after free bets, Sportsbook 7.4% 4.7% 7.5% 7.9% 8.9%
Gross Profit Sportsbook 78.0 25.8 150.0 83.2 206.6
Gross Margin Sportsbook 1) 6.3% 4.0% 6.7% 7.0% 8.0%

1) Margin after allocated costs

Fast growing Live betting in Sportsbook

“There are two important trends in the gaming industry today. One is that Live
betting in sports is increasing and second that operators are focusing in joint
online gaming solutions with other companies. Betsson is well positioned as
regards these trends, with a history of successful cooperation and one of the
strongest growing Live betting in Sports,” says Pontus Lindwall, Betsson’s
President and CEO.

Presentation of interim report

Today, Friday 23 July, at 09.00 CET, Betsson’s CEO Pontus Lindwall will present
the Interim Report through webcast at http://www.betssonab.com
(http://www.betssonab.com/) or

http://storm.zoomvisionmamato.com/player/betsson/objects/4sn2gt8v/

(http://storm.zoomvisionmamato.com/player/betsson/objects/4sn2gt8v/) or through
phone at +46 (0)8 505 598 53 (Sweden) or +44 (0)20 3043 2436 (UK). The
presentation will be in English and will be followed by a question and answer
session.

BETSSON AB`S OPERATIONS INVOLVE INVESTING IN AND MANAGING COMPANIES WHICH
PROVIDE ONLINE GAMING SERVICES TO END-CUSTOMERS. BETSSON AB OWNS BETSSON MALTA
WHICH OPERATES GAMES THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS AND TOWARDS END CUSTOMERS VIA
WWW.BETSSON.COM, WWW.CASINOEURO.COM AND WWW.CHERRYCASINO.COM. BETSSON MALTA
OFFERS POKER, CASINO, CARD GAMES, LOTTERY, BINGO AND GAMES. CUSTOMERS ARE
PRIMARILY FROM THE NORDIC REGION AND THE REST OF EUROPE. BETSSON AB IS LISTED ON
OMX NASDAQ NORDIC MID CAP LIST, (BETS).

This information was brought to you by Cision http://www.cisionwire.com

Pontus Lindwall, VD och koncernchef
tfn +46 (0)8 506 403 10
or +46 (0)708 27 51 55
pontus@betsson.com

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Saab’s Result for January-June 2010

Defence and Security Company Saab Releases the Interim Report for January-June
2010
STOCKHOLM–(Business Wire)–
Saab (STO:SAABB):

Results January – June 2010:

* Order bookings amounted to MSEK 10,516 (8,096) and the order backlog at the
end of the period amounted to SEK 38.9 billion (42.4 billion)
* Sales decreased by 3 percent to MSEK 11,377 (11,695), also adjusted for
exchange rate effects
* Gross income amounted to MSEK 2,712 (3,037), corresponding to a gross margin
of 23.8 percent (26.0). Adjusted for non-recurring items, the gross margin was
24.4 percent (25.3)
* Operating income was MSEK 402 (622), corresponding to an operating margin of
3.5 percent (5.3). Adjusted for non-recurring items, the operating margin was
4.5 percent (4.9). Recurring figures included charges of MSEK 290, mainly
related to a terminated contract in Security and Defence Solutions
* Net income was MSEK 246 (265), with earnings per share after dilution of SEK
2.25 (2.46)
* Operating cash flow amounted to MSEK 2,233 (-243) • The outlook for 2010 has
changed

Changed outlook for 2010:

We remain cautious regarding order intake and foresee sales and profitability at
about the same level as 2009. Our long-term financial targets remain.

Previous outlook: We remain cautious regarding order intake and foresee sales on
the same level as 2009. Due to the effect of continued business improvement
activities we expect profitability to increase. Our long-term financial targets
remain.

Financial highlights

MSEK Jan-Jun Jan-Jun Change, Apr-Jun Apr-Jun Jan-Dec
2010 2009 % 2010 2009 2009
Order bookings 10,516 8,096 30 5,038 3,995 18,428
Order backlog 38,859 42,414 -8 -695** -1,744** 39,389
Sales 11,377 11,695 -3 5,993 6,283 24,647
Operating income (EBIT) 402 622 -35 276 472 1,374
Operating margin, % 3.5 5.3 4.6 7.5 5.6
Adjusted operating margin, * % 4.5 4.9 5.7 6.7 5.4
Net income 246 265 -7 174 292 699
Earnings per share before dilution, SEK 2.33 2.51 1.68 2.75 6.45
Earnings per share after dilution, SEK 2.25 2.46 1.62 2.69 6.28
Return on equity,*** % 6.5 -5.3 7.0
Operating cash flow 2,233 -243 – 2,306 213 1,447
Operating cash flow per share after dilution, SEK 20.46 -2.23 21.13 1.95 13.26
* Adjusted for non-recurring items impacting operating income, for more information see page 4 -110 50 -68 50 50
** Refers to quarterly change
*** The return on equity is measured over a rolling 12-month period

Statement by the president and CEO:

“Order bookings increased for several of our business areas during the first
half-year, even though we still see some delays in customer decision making
processes. Sales were at the expected level and the operating cash flow was
strong as a result of our business activities being delivered according to plan.

Profitability was negatively impacted by a terminated contract in our civil
security business and lower capacity utilization pending larger orders. As a
consequence, we change our outlook for 2010. Previously we estimated
profitability to increase compared to 2009, whereas now the profitability is
expected to remain at about the same level as in 2009.

Our strategy, focusing on value creation by delivering on our strategic
priorities to increase our market focus, create a more focused portfolio and
more efficient operations, remain firm,” says President and CEO Åke Svensson.

Press and analysts meeting

Press and analysts are invited to a presentation of the Interim Report by CEO
Åke Svensson and CFO Lars Granlöf. The meeting is held in Stockholm at World
Trade Center conference center, 4th floor, entrance from Klarabergsviadukten 70
or Kungsbron 1, friday, 23 July, 10.00 am C.E.T

Live webcast

If you are unable to attend in person, please visit
http://www.saabgroup.com/en/InvestorRelations where a live webcast will be
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Research and Markets: China Metal Products Mfg. Industry Profile – Key Data and Concise Analyses on the Metal Products Industry in China

DUBLIN–(Business Wire)–
Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f6f104/china_metal_produc) has
announced the addition of the “China Metal Products Mfg. Industry Profile -
CIC34″ report to their offering.

Through a comparative analysis on the development of metal products mfg.
industry in 31 provincial regions and 20 major cities in visualized form of data
map, the report provides key data and concise analyses on the metal products
mfg. industry in China, a list of top 20 enterprises in the sector as well as
the comparison on investment environment in top 10 hot regions. In addition, the
report truly reflects the position of foreign enterprises in metal products mfg.
industry across China based on a comprehensive comparison of operating
conditions among different enterprise types.

This report is based on Chinese industry classification (Industrial
Classification For National Economic Activities, GB/T 4754-2002). Additionally,
by original creation of ZEEFER Industry Distribution Index, the report directly
shows the difference in various regions of Mainland China in terms of metal
products mfg. industry, providing an important reference for investors’
selection of target regions to make investment.

What will you get from this report?

* To get a comprehensive picture on distribution of and difference in
performance in regions of Mainland China in terms of the metal products mfg.
industry;
* To figure out the hot regions in China for metal products mfg. industry, find
out the potential provinces and cities suitable for investment as well as the
economic development level and investment environment in these regions;
* To get a clear picture on the overall development, industry size and growth
trend of metal products mfg. industry across China in the past 3 years;
* To get a clear picture on development status of foreign enterprises,
state-owned enterprises, and private enterprises in recent years as well as the
industry position of the above ownerships;
* Present you with a list of top 20 enterprises inside the industry;

Regions Covered By This Report:

* All the 31 provincial regions in Mainland China;
* Top 20 cities in terms of metal products mfg. industry.

Enterprise Types Covered By This Report:

* Top 20 enterprises;
* Enterprises Funded by Foreign Countries (territories), Hong Kong, Macau and
Taiwan;
* Chinese State-owned Enterprises;
* Collective-owned Enterprises;
* Cooperative Enterprises;
* Joint-Equity Enterprises;
* Private Enterprises.

ZEEFER Industry Distribution Index:

It is an indicator through aggregate weighted computation based on the three
authority statistics of enterprise numbers, sales revenue and profit by region
and corporate ownership, and in accordance with the regional distribution of
leading enterprises inside the sector. Through horizontal comparison on the
metal products mfg. industry development in different provinces, municipalities,
and autonomous regions, the ZEEFER Industry Distribution Index is specially
designed to truly reflect the conditions of regional distribution for the metal
products mfg. industry, providing a quantitative, visual and reliable reference
for relevant users to make decisions. The ZEEFER Industry Distribution Index
adopts a hundred mark system. For a certain region, the higher the score, the
higher the distribution concentration in this region and the industry position
of the region shall be more important.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Overview

2. The Nationwide Distribution Of Metal Products Mfg. Industry In China

3. Introduction To Major Cities

4. Nationwide Distribution Of Foreign-Funded And HK-, Macau-, And Taiwan-Funded
Enterprises In Metal Products Mfg. Industry

5. Nationwide Distribution Of Foreign-Funded Enterprises

6. Nationwide Distribution By Enterprise Numbers

7. Sales Revenue Of Foreign-Funded And HK-, Macau-, And Taiwan-Funded
Enterprises By Region

8. Sales Revenue In Different Regions For Metal Products Mfg. Industry

9. Nationwide Distribution Of Top 100 Enterprises In Terms Of Sales Revenue

10. Comparison Of Foreign-Funded And HK-, Macau-, And Taiwan-Funded Enterprises

11. Analysis On Operating Status Of Enterprises By Corporate Ownership

12. Analysis On The Changes In Number Of Enterprises By Corporate Ownership

13. Analysis On The Changes In Sales Revenue By Corporate Ownership

14. Comparison On The Rate Of Return On Assets Of Enterprises

15. Comparison On The Investment Environment Indexes Of 10 Major Regions

16. List Of Top 20 Enterprises In Terms Of Sales Revenue

17. Index Explanation

For more information visit

http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f6f104/china_metal_produc

Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager,
press@researchandmarkets.com
U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716

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CSR launches µEnergy platform for ultra low power connected devices

Highly integrated single-mode Bluetooth low energy chips fromCSR support the
development of new markets for mobile accessories and consumer experiences
CAMBRIDGE, England & SAN JOSE, Calif.–(Business Wire)–
A high resolution image is available to download from

http://www.eml.com/images/pem4875.jpg

CSR today announced the launch of its first single-mode, single-chip Bluetooth
low energy platform, CSRµEnergy, addressing the needs of ultra low power
connected devices. The CSR µEnergy platform will provide everything required to
create a Bluetooth low energy product with RF, baseband, microcontroller,
qualified Bluetooth v4.0 stack, and customer application running on a single
chip. The CSR µEnergy Bluetooth low energy platform will enable ultra low power
connectivity for applications previously limited by the power consumption, size
constraints and complexity of other wireless standards.

“The CSR µEnergy platform unlocks the potential of the Bluetooth low energy
standard and is a huge step forward in consumer wireless technology. Bluetooth
low energy technology is an alternative to the fractured market of proprietary
and poorly adopted standards and can be deployed in a variety of everyday
devices, changing the way that we interact with our local environment,”
commented Anthony Murray, Senior Vice President of the Audio and Consumer
Business Unit at CSR. “The ultra low power consumption of CSR`s µEnergy platform
enables a new range of accessories to connect to the mobile phone, TV, PC, media
player or tablet, enabling consumers to experience the power of these services
in the home or products that they carry. Bluetooth low energy sensors in
consumer products will enable their behaviour to be customised to the needs of
the user, and tags will enable consumers to search and locate products and
services around them.

CSR has a genuine understanding of OEMs` priorities, and is the ideal company to
deliver an easy-to-integrate, cost-effective Bluetooth low energy platform to
the market.”

Analysts predict that Bluetooth low energy will enable new markets for wireless
accessories or wireless-enabled products including remote controls, health and
wellbeing devices, PC human interface devices, watches, automotive keyless
entry, advertising, indoor location, smart energy appliances and proximity
tagging.

Fiona Thomson of IMS Research said, “The technology will bring wireless
connectivity to a whole new class of devices that have never used it before. The
industry is at a key turning point with this technology right now and with the
launch of the µEnergy platform of products, CSR is in a great position to drive
this market forwards.”

Earlier this month the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) adopted the
complete Bluetooth v4.0 specification, opening the door to commercial release of
qualified Bluetooth low energy end products and CSR was one of the first
companies to qualify its products to the new standard.

The CSR µEnergy platform has been optimised to support only Bluetooth low energy
features, allowing products to be tiny, cost-effective and power-efficient.
CSR`s chips can run for years on a single coin cell battery, and may be used in
simple sensors such as a step counting foot pods, heart rate monitors or car
keyfobs, as well as in more complex low power devices such as a watch that can
control and display information from a mobile phone. The platform offers
single-mode chips that complement CSR`s dual-mode offerings and provide a
complete range of Bluetooth low energy solutions that will drive the development
of this new market.

The CSR µEnergy platform, with its built-in processor, is designed for use in
consumer products and requires no external processor to run customer
applications. It includes four quadurature decoders to enable mouse and pointing
devices, three analogue inputs for direct measurement of sensor, and digital
serial connectors for external sensors and displays.

The chips each have direct antenna connections, can connect directly to a 3V
coin cell or a pair of AAA batteries, and come with three pulse width modulation
outputs for variable power control in applications such as lighting control or
vibration motors. They can run in optimised sleep modes with currents as low as
600nA and chips can “wake” quickly in response to external input signals for
applications such as remote controls. Both chips provide embedded support for
keyboard scanning while “asleep” at less than 5µA.

CSR µEnergy is available in two package options. CSR1000 comes in a 32-pin
5x5x0.6mm QFN package. CSR1001, in a 56 pin 8x8x0.9mm QFN, provides extra pins
for more complex products with a larger number of digital inputs, such as
keyboards, remote control products or home information displays.

Both CSR1000 and CSR1001 can act as a master or slave using CSR`s recently
qualified Bluetooth v4.0 host stack providing complete Generic Access Profile
(GAP), L2CAP, Security Manager, Attribute Protocol (ATT) and Generic Attribute
Profile (GATT). These devices enable customers to run their complete application
on chip using the embedded 16-bit microprocessor.

CSR`s µEnergy chips are available to lead customers now.

- ENDS -

About CSR

CSR plc is a leading provider of multifunction audio, connectivity and location
platforms. CSR`s technology portfolio includes Bluetooth technology, GPS, FM,
Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11), UWB, NFC and other technologies to enable silicon platforms
that incorporate fully integrated radio, baseband and microcontroller elements.
CSR`s Connectivity Centre is designed to enhance the user experience with
mainstream mobile devices by intelligent integration of multiple wireless
connectivity and location-awareness technologies. CSR`s Location Platforms are
complemented by wireless connectivity and multimedia capabilities for
high-volume mobile consumer devices and commercial applications.

CSR`s technology has been adopted by market leaders into a wide range of mobile
consumer devices such as mobile phones, automobile navigation and telematics
systems, portable navigation devices (PNDs), wireless headsets, mobile
computers, mobile internet devices, GPS recreational devices, digital cameras,
mobile gaming, plus a wide range of personal and commercial tracking
applications.

More information can be found at www.csr.com.

# # #

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains statements (including statements concerning plans
and objectives of management for future operations or performance, or
assumptions related thereto) that are `forward looking statements` within the
meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 in
relation to CSR’s launch of the CSR µEnergy platform for Bluetooth ultra low
power connected devices and the potential effects of such launch on CSR. These
forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as `is adopting`,
`enable`, `will`, and other similar expressions regarding CSR’s launch of the
CSR µEnergy platform for Bluetooth ultra low power connected devices and the
potential effects of such launch on CSR. Availability and functionality of CSR`s
µEnergy platform for Bluetooth ultra low power connected devices are subject to
change. Any future release of CSR products developed in connection with the CSR
µEnergy platform for Bluetooth ultra low power connected devices is subject to
ongoing evaluation by CSR, and may or may not be implemented and should not be
considered firm commitments by CSR and should not be relied upon in making
purchasing decisions. Such forward-looking statements represent the current
expectations and beliefs of management of CSR, and are based upon numerous
assumptions regarding CSR`s business strategies and the environment in which CSR
will operate and therefore involve a number of known and unknown risks,
contingencies, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond the
control of CSR. Each forward looking statement speaks only as of the date
hereof. CSR does not undertake to release publicly any updates or revisions to
any forward looking statements contained herein, otherwise than required by
law.

EML
David Marsden/Chris King
+44 208 408 8000
csr@eml.com
or
Evans Public Relations
Lori Evans
+1 650 200 5891
lori@evanspublicrelations.com

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Nash Finch Reports Second Quarter 2010 Results

MINNEAPOLIS–(Business Wire)–
Nash Finch Company (NASDAQ: NAFC), one of the leading food distribution
companies in the United States, today announced financial results for the twelve
weeks (second quarter) ended June 19, 2010.

Financial Results

Total Company sales for the second quarter 2010 were $1.15 billion compared to
$1.22 billion in the prior-year quarter, a decrease of 5.1%. Sales for the first
twenty-four weeks of 2010 were $2.33 billion compared to $2.36 billion in the
prior-year period, a decrease of 1.0%. Excluding the impact of the
non-comparable sales increase of $59.4 million attributable to the acquisition
of the three military distribution centers on January 31, 2009 and the sales
decrease attributable to the previously announced transition of a portion of a
food distribution customer buying group to another supplier, total Company sales
decreased by 3.8% in the second quarter and 2.8% year-to-date.

Consolidated EBITDA1 for the second quarter 2010 was $31.9 million, or 2.8% of
sales, as compared to $33.6 million, or 2.8% of sales, for the
prior-year-quarter. For the first twenty-four weeks of 2010, Consolidated EBITDA
was $60.5 million, or 2.6% of sales, compared to $62.9 million, or 2.7% of
sales, in the prior-year period. Consolidated EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial
measure that is reconciled to the most directly comparable GAAP financial
results in the attached financial statements.

Net earnings for the second quarter 2010 were $10.7 million, or $0.81 per
diluted share, as compared to net earnings of $9.5 million, or $0.72 per diluted
share, in the prior year quarter. Net earnings for the first twenty-four weeks
of 2010 were $18.7 million, or $1.40 per diluted share, as compared to net
earnings of $24.0 million, or $1.80 per diluted share, in the same prior-year
period. Net earnings for both years were impacted by several significant items
which are presented in the table below.

“Although the negative sales trend that manifested in the third quarter 2009
continued into the first half of 2010 in the food distribution and retail
industry, our results reflect several major accomplishments, which include
maintaining total Company year-over-year EBITDA as a percentage of sales,
reducing debt, investing in strategic initiatives and share repurchases, and
controlling expenses and capital expenditures,” said Alec Covington, President
and CEO of Nash Finch. “We continue to have a solid balance sheet and have
significant availability in our credit facility which provides us flexibility to
capitalize on attractive growth opportunities should they present themselves.”

The Company recently announced the closing of its Bridgeport, Michigan
distribution center, which is scheduled to be completed in the third quarter.
“The transition is proceeding smoothly and we anticipate that the full
transition will be completed by the end of the third quarter,” said Covington.

The following table identifies the significant items affecting our Consolidated
EBITDA, net earnings and diluted earnings per share for the second quarter and
year-to-date 2010 and prior year results:

2nd Quarter YTD
(dollars in millions except per share amounts) 2010 2009 2010 2009
Significant credits (charges)
Distribution center closing costs $ (1.2 ) – (1.2 ) –
Retail stores opening & closing costs – (0.6 ) – (0.8 )
Acquisition, integration and start-up costs (0.3 ) (0.8 ) (0.6 ) (1.4 )
Tax consulting fees – – – (0.5 )
Significant charges impacting Consolidated EBITDA (1.5 ) (1.4 ) (1.8 ) (2.7 )

Gain on acquisition of a business – – – 6.7
Net increase in lease reserves – – – (1.2 )
Impairments – (0.9 ) – (0.9 )
Total significant net credits (charges) impacting earnings before tax (1.5 ) (2.3 ) (1.8 ) 1.9
Income tax on significant net credits (charges) 0.6 0.9 0.8 (0.8 )
Income tax effect on gain on acquisition of a business – – – 2.7
Reversal of previously recorded income tax reserves and refunds – – – 1.6
Total significant net credits (charges) impacting net earnings (0.9 ) (1.4 ) (1.0 ) 5.4
Diluted earnings per share impact $ (0.07 ) (0.10 ) (0.08 ) 0.41

Military Distribution Results

2nd Quarter % YTD %
(dollars in millions) 2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
Sales $ 456.6 461.0 (1.0%) 934.6 871.3 7.3 %
Segment EBITDA1 $ 13.4 11.2 18.9% 27.0 23.2 16.4 %
Percentage of Sales 2.9% 2.4% 2.9% 2.7%

The military segment sales in the second quarter decreased 1.0% and were
reflective of weaker domestic sales, partially offset by an increase in overseas
sales. The military segment sales increased 7.3% in year-to-date 2010 reflecting
the impact of the acquisition of three military distribution centers on January
31, 2009. After adjusting for the non-comparable sales impact of these three
distribution centers of $59.4 million, military sales increased 0.5%
year-to-date.

The military segment EBITDA increased by 18.9% and 16.4% in the second quarter
and year-to-date 2010, respectively, compared to the prior year. The military
EBITDA as a percentage of sales was 2.9% in the second quarter and year-to-date
2010, respectively, as compared to 2.4% and 2.7% in the prior year.

“Our military division continues to perform despite the tough economic times,”
said Covington. “I am pleased with the significant increase in our military
division EBITDA which primarily resulted from the operating improvements
implemented across the acquired distribution centers. We are on track to open
our new Columbus, Georgia distribution center by the end of the third quarter
which will provide significant transportation savings and allow for long-term
strategic growth opportunities.”

Food Distribution & Retail Results

2nd Quarter % YTD %
(dollars in millions) 2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
Sales
Food Distribution $ 574.2 619.8 (7.4 %) 1,158.0 1,221.9 (5.2 %)
Retail 123.8 135.8 (8.8 %) 241.7 263.8 (8.4 %)
Total $ 698.0 755.6 (7.6 %) 1,399.7 1,485.7 (5.8 %)
Segment EBITDA1
Food Distribution $ 13.7 17.0 (19.5 %) 24.9 30.2 (17.6 %)
Retail 4.9 5.4 (9.3 %) 8.6 9.5 (9.2 %)
Total $ 18.6 22.4 (17.0 %) 33.5 39.7 (15.7 %)
Percentage of Sales
Food Distribution 2.4% 2.7% 2.1 % 2.5 %
Retail 4.0% 4.0% 3.6 % 3.6 %
Total 2.7% 3.0% 2.4 % 2.7 %

The combined food distribution and retail segment sales decrease in the second
quarter and year-to-date periods compared to the 2009 periods was 7.6% and 5.8%,
respectively. The decrease in sales was negatively impacted by the previously
announced transition of a portion of a customer buying group to another supplier
during the second quarter 2010. However, after adjusting to exclude this sales
impact of $16.2 million, sales declined 5.6% for the second quarter and 4.7%
year-to-date which is primarily the result of a decrease in comparable sales to
existing customers driven by deflation in certain product categories. Retail
same store sales declined 4.3% as compared to the prior year quarter and 4.0% in
the year-to-date comparison. In addition, we have closed four retail stores
since the beginning of the second quarter 2009.

The food distribution and retail segment EBITDA decreased by 17.1% and 15.7% in
the second quarter and year-to-date 2010, respectively, compared to the same
period last year. Food distribution and retail segment EBITDA as a percentage of
sales was 2.7% and 2.4% in the second quarter and year-to-date 2010,
respectively, as compared to 3.0% and 2.7% in the prior year.

Financial Target Progress

Improvements on our key financial targets have been achieved since the targets
were announced as part of the Company`s strategic plan in November 2006. In
particular, Consolidated EBITDA margin improved from 2.2% to 2.8% of sales and
the debt leverage ratio has improved from 3.11x to 2.14x from Fiscal 2006 to the
second quarter 2010. The ratio of free cash flow to net assets has increased
from 8.7% in Fiscal 2006 to 10.0% in the second quarter 2010. Finally, the
organic revenue growth metric has been negatively impacted by the current state
of the economy, but should improve when consumer confidence begins to recover.

The following table charts the Company`s progress towards its long-term
financial targets that are anticipated to be attained through successful
execution of the strategic plan.

Financial Targets Long-term 2nd Quarter Fiscal Fiscal Fiscal Fiscal
Target 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006
Organic Revenue Growth 2.0% (3.8%) (0.6%) 3.1% (2.1%) (2.9%)
Consolidated EBITDA Margin 4.0% 2.8% 2.7% 3.1% 2.8% 2.2%
Trailing Four Quarter Free Cash Flow2 / Net Assets 10.0% 10.0% 10.6% 12.0% 9.2% 8.7%
Total Leverage Ratio (Total Debt / Trailing Four 2.5 – 3.0 x 2.14x 2.02x 1.75x 2.20x 3.11x
Quarter Consolidated EBITDA)

2 Defined as cash provided from operations less capital expenditures for
property, plant & equipment during the trailing four quarters divided by the
average net assets for the current period and prior year comparable period
(total assets less current liabilities plus current portion of long-term debt
and capital leases).

Liquidity

Total debt at the end of the second quarter of 2010 was $294.1 million, a
reduction of $44.7 million as compared to $338.8 million at the end of the
second quarter of 2009. The Company continues to focus on effectively managing
its balance sheet and is currently in compliance with all of its debt covenants.
The debt leverage ratio as of the end of the second quarter 2010 was 2.14x.
Availability on the Company`s revolving credit facility at the end of the
quarter was $193.1 million.

Share Repurchase Program

As previously announced, our Board of Directors approved a share repurchase
program authorizing the Company to spend up to $25.0 million to purchase shares
of the Company`s common stock. The program took effect on November 16, 2009 and
will continue until December 31, 2010. During the second quarter 2010 we
repurchased a total of 182,802 shares for $6.5 million, at an average price per
share of $35.62. Since the program`s inception, we have repurchased a total of
472,432 shares for $16.3 million, at an average price per share of $34.57.

A conference call to review the second quarter 2010 results is scheduled for at
8:30 a.m. CT (9:30 a.m. ET) on July 22, 2010. Interested participants can listen
to the conference call over the Internet by logging onto the “Investor
Relations” portion of Nash Finch’s website at http://www.nashfinch.com. A replay
of the webcast will be available and the transcript of the call will be archived
on the “Investor Relations” portion of Nash Finch’s website under the heading
“Audio Archives.” A copy of this press release and the other financial and
statistical information about the periods to be discussed in the conference call
will be available at the time of the call on the “Investor Relations” portion of
the Nash Finch website under the caption “Press Releases.”

Nash Finch Company is a Fortune 500 company and one of the leading food
distribution companies in the United States. Nash Finch`s core business, food
distribution, serves independent retailers and military commissaries in 36
states, the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Azores and
Egypt. The Company also owns and operates a base of retail stores, primarily
supermarkets under the Econofoods, Family Thrift Center, AVANZA, Family Fresh
Market and Sun Mart trade names. Further information is available on the
Company’s website at www.nashfinch.com.

This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section
27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.Such statements relate to trends and events
that may affect our future financial position and operating results.Any
statement contained in this release that is not statements of historical fact
may be deemed forward-looking statements. For example, words such as “may,”
“will,” “should,” “likely,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,”
“intend, ” “potential” or “plan,” or comparable terminology, are intended to
identify forward-looking statements.Such statements are based upon current
expectations, estimates and assumptions, and entail various risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those
expressed in such forward-looking statements.Important factors known to us that
could cause or contribute to material differences include, but are not limited
to, the following:

* the effect of competition on our food distribution, military and retail
businesses;
* general sensitivity to economic conditions, including the uncertainty related
to the current state of the economy in the U.S. and worldwide economic slowdown;
continued disruptions to the credit and financial markets in the U.S. and
worldwide; changes in market interest rates; continued volatility in energy
prices and food commodities;
* macroeconomic and geopolitical events affecting commerce generally;
* changes in consumer buying and spending patterns;
* our ability to identify and execute plans to expand our food distribution,
military and retail operations;
* possible changes in the military commissary system, including those stemming
from the redeployment of forces, congressional action and funding levels;
* our ability to identify and execute plans to improve the competitive position
of our retail operations;
* the success or failure of strategic plans, new business ventures or
initiatives;
* our ability to successfully integrate and manage current or future businesses
we acquire, including the ability to manage credit risks and retain the
customers of those operations;
* changes in credit risk from financial accommodations extended to new or
existing customers;
* significant changes in the nature of vendor promotional programs and the
allocation of funds among the programs;
* limitations on financial and operating flexibility due to debt levels and debt
instrument covenants;
* legal, governmental, legislative or administrative proceedings, disputes, or
actions that result in adverse outcomes;
* failure of our internal control over financial reporting;
* changes in accounting standards;
* technology failures that may have a material adverse effect on our business;
* severe weather and natural disasters that may impact our supply chain;
* unionization of a significant portion of our workforce;
* costs related to multi-employer pension plan which has liabilities in excess
of plan assets;
* changes in health care, pension and wage costs and labor relations issues;
* product liability claims, including claims concerning food and prepared food
products;
* threats or potential threats to security; and
* unanticipated problems with product procurement.

A more detailed discussion of many of these factors, as well as other factors
that could affect the Company`s results, is contained in the Company`s periodic
reports filed with the SEC.You should carefully consider each of these factors
and all of the other information in this release.We believe that all
forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions when
made.However, we caution that it is impossible to predict actual results or
outcomes and that accordingly you should not place undue reliance on these
statements.Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date when made and we
undertake no obligation to revise or update these statements in light of
subsequent events or developments.Actual results and outcomes may differ
materially from anticipated results or outcomes discussed in forward-looking
statements. You are advised, however, to consult any future disclosures we make
on related subjects in future reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC).

1 Consolidated EBITDA and segment EBITDA is calculated as earnings before
interest, income tax, depreciation and amortization, adjusted to exclude
extraordinary gains or losses, gains or losses from sales of assets other than
inventory in the ordinary course of business, and non-cash charges (such as
LIFO, asset impairments, closed store lease costs and share-based compensation),
less cash payments made during the current period on non-cash charges recorded
in prior periods. Consolidated EBITDA should not be considered an alternative
measure of our net income, operating performance, cash flows or liquidity.
Consolidated EBITDA is provided as additional information as a key metric used
to determine payout pursuant to our Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive Plans.

NASH FINCH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

Twelve Twenty Four
Weeks Ended Weeks Ended
June 19 June 20 June 19 June 20
2010 2009 2010 2009

Sales $ 1,154,617 1,216,594 $ 2,334,310 2,356,914
Cost of sales 1,060,280 1,117,565 2,148,153 2,162,766
Gross profit 94,337 99,029 186,157 194,148

Other costs and expenses:
Selling, general and administrative 62,835 67,703 127,482 137,339
Gain on acquisition of a business – – – (6,682 )
Depreciation and amortization 8,170 9,372 16,755 18,707
Interest expense 5,366 5,840 10,624 11,144
Total other costs and expenses 76,371 82,915 154,861 160,508

Earnings before income taxes 17,966 16,114 31,296 33,640

Income tax expense 7,252 6,576 12,641 9,682
Net earnings $ 10,714 9,538 $ 18,655 23,958

Net earnings per share:

Basic $ 0.83 0.73 1.43 1.85
Diluted $ 0.81 0.72 1.40 1.80

Declared dividends per common share $ 0.18 0.18 $ 0.36 0.36

Weighted average number of common shares
outstanding and common equivalent shares outstanding:
Basic 12,904 13,005 13,015 12,985
Diluted 13,263 13,321 13,352 13,326

NASH FINCH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

Assets June 19, 2010 January 2, 2010
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 765 830
Accounts and notes receivable, net 231,778 250,767
Inventories 312,935 285,443
Prepaid expenses and other 14,587 11,410
Deferred tax assets 9,249 9,366
Total current assets 569,314 557,816

Notes receivable, net 21,869 23,343

Property, plant and equipment: 634,610 637,167
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (423,467 ) (422,529 )
Net property, plant and equipment 211,143 214,638

Goodwill 166,545 166,545
Customer contracts and relationships, net 19,698 21,062
Investment in direct financing leases 3,083 3,185
Other assets 11,804 12,947
Total assets $ 1,003,456 999,536

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt and capitalized lease obligations $ 3,517 4,438
Accounts payable 234,103 240,483
Accrued expenses 59,613 60,524
Income taxes payable – 3,064
Total current liabilities 297,233 308,509

Long-term debt 270,352 257,590
Capitalized lease obligations 20,228 21,442
Deferred tax liability, net 19,378 19,323
Other liabilities 43,657 42,113
Commitments and contingencies – –
Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock – no par value.
Authorized 500 shares; none issued – –
Common stock of $1.66 2/3 par value
Authorized 50,000 shares, issued 13,675 and 13,675 shares respectively 22,792 22,792
Additional paid-in capital 109,109 106,705
Common stock held in trust (2,367 ) (2,342 )
Deferred compensation obligations 2,367 2,342
Accumulated other comprehensive income (10,569 ) (10,756 )
Retained earnings 275,801 261,821
Treasury stock at cost, 1,282 and 863 shares, respectively (44,525 ) (30,003 )
Total stockholders’ equity 352,608 350,559
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 1,003,456 999,536

NASH FINCH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)

Twenty-Four
Weeks Ended
June 19 June 20
2010 2009
Operating activities:
Net earnings $ 18,655 23,958
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided
by operating activities:
Gain on acquisition of a business – (6,682 )
Depreciation and amortization 16,755 18,707
Amortization of deferred financing costs 846 794
Non-cash convertible debt interest 2,413 2,231
Amortization of rebateable loans 2,531 2,519
Provision for bad debts 433 869
Provision for (reversal of) lease reserves (434 ) 1,066
Deferred income tax expense 174 586
(Gain) loss on sale of real estate and other (229 ) 134
LIFO credit (362 ) (287 )
Asset impairments 818 898
Share-based compensation 3,462 5,715
Deferred compensation 463 548
Other (387 ) (74 )
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of
acquisition
Accounts and notes receivable 17,099 (14,561 )
Inventories (27,130 ) (11,081 )
Prepaid expenses 157 734
Accounts payable (12,992 ) (2,701 )
Accrued expenses (804 ) (12,442 )
Income taxes payable (6,398 ) (1,467 )
Other assets and liabilities 2,609 1,327
Net cash provided by operating activities 17,679 10,791
Investing activities:
Disposal of property, plant and equipment 347 107
Additions to property, plant and equipment (10,369 ) (5,555 )
Business acquired, net of cash – (78,056 )
Loans to customers (600 ) (2,125 )
Payments from customers on loans 1,102 1,798
Corporate owned life insurance, net (297 ) (235 )
Other – 629
Net cash used in investing activities (9,817 ) (83,437 )
Financing activities:
Proceeds from revolving debt 10,600 86,300
Dividends paid (4,549 ) (4,617 )
Proceeds from exercise of stock options – 196
Repurchase of common stock (15,191 ) –
Payments of long-term debt (233 ) (220 )
Payments of capitalized lease obligations (1,839 ) (1,600 )
Increase (decrease) in book overdraft 3,285 (4,682 )
Payments of deferred financing costs – (2,706 )
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities (7,927 ) 72,671
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (65 ) 25
Cash and cash equivalents:
Beginning of year 830 824
End of period $ 765 849

NASH FINCH COMPANY AND SUBSIDIARIES
Supplemental Data (Unaudited)

June 19 June 20
Other Data (In thousands) 2010 2009

Total debt $ 294,097 $ 338,769
Stockholders’ equity $ 352,608 $ 374,334
Capitalization $ 646,705 713,103
Debt to total capitalization 45.5 % 47.5 %

Non-GAAP Data
Consolidated EBITDA – trailing 4 qtrs. (a) $ 137,718 142,362
Leverage ratio – trailing 4 qtrs. (debt to consolidated EBITDA) (b) 2.14 2.38

Comparable GAAP Data
Debt to earnings before income taxes (b) 13.74 5.91

(a) Consolidated EBITDA is calculated as earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation and amortization, adjusted to exclude extraordinary gains or losses, gains or
losses from sales of assets other than inventory in the normal course of business, and non-cash charges (such as LIFO, assets impairments, closed store lease costs and
share-based compensation), less cash payments made during the current period on non-cash charges recorded in prior periods. Consolidated EBITDA should not be considered
an alternative measure of our net income, operating performance, cash flows or liquidity. Consolidated EBITDA is provided as additional information as a key metric used
to determine payout pursuant to our Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive Plans.

(b) Leverage ratio is defined as the Company’s total debt at June 19, 2010 and June 20, 2009, divided by Consolidated EBITDA for the respective four trailing quarters. The
most comparable GAAP ratio is debt at the same date divided by earnings from continuing operations before income taxes for the respective four quarters.

Derivation of Consolidated EBITDA; Segment Consolidated EBITDA; and Segment Profit (in thousands)

FY2010
2009 2009 2010 2010 Trailing
Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs

Earnings (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes $ 31,655 (41,545 ) 13,330 17,966 21,406
Add/(deduct)
LIFO (445 ) (2,301 ) (40 ) (321 ) (3,107 )
Depreciation and amortization 12,592 9,304 8,585 8,170 38,651
Interest expense 7,621 5,607 5,258 5,366 23,852
Special charge – 6,020 – – 6,020
Goodwill impairment – 50,927 – – 50,927
Gain on litigation settlement (7,630 ) – – – (7,630 )
Closed store lease costs 425 1,644 – (434 ) 1,635
Asset impairment 840 722 517 301 2,380
Stock compensation 1,706 1,663 1,605 1,857 6,831
Gains on sale of real estate (54 ) – – – (54 )
Subsequent cash payments on non-cash charges (712 ) (772 ) (740 ) (969 ) (3,193 )
Total Consolidated EBITDA $ 45,998 31,269 28,515 31,936 137,718

2009 2009 2010 2010 Trailing
Segment Consolidated EBITDA Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs
Military $ 15,731 12,031 13,615 13,364 54,741
Food Distribution 22,461 15,455 11,227 13,634 62,777
Retail 7,806 3,783 3,673 4,938 20,200
$ 45,998 31,269 28,515 31,936 137,718

2009 2009 2010 2010 Trailing
Segment profit Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs
Military $ 13,448 10,146 11,816 11,519 46,929
Food Distribution 15,181 11,495 5,799 8,581 41,056
Retail 1,937 (1,449 ) 227 2,389 3,104
Unallocated
Interest (6,541 ) (4,790 ) (4,512 ) (4,523 ) (20,366 )
Gain on litigation 7,630 – – – 7,630
Special charge – (6,020 ) – – (6,020 )
Goodwill impairment – (50,927 ) – – (50,927 )
$ 31,655 (41,545 ) 13,330 17,966 21,406

FY2009
2008 2008 2009 2009 Trailing
Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs
Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes $ 13,029 10,643 17,526 16,114 57,312
Add/(deduct)
LIFO 8,360 7,849 – (287 ) 15,922
Depreciation and amortization 11,643 9,051 9,335 9,372 39,401
Interest expense 7,556 6,034 5,304 5,840 24,734
Gain on acquisition of a business – – (6,682 ) – (6,682 )
Closed store lease costs 480 (317 ) 1,066 – 1,229
Asset impairment 694 1,065 – 898 2,657
Stock compensation 3,013 1,814 3,307 2,408 10,542
Subsequent cash payments on non-cash charges (787 ) (635 ) (617 ) (714 ) (2,753 )
Total Consolidated EBITDA $ 43,988 35,504 29,239 33,631 142,362

2008 2008 2009 2009 Trailing
Segment Consolidated EBITDA Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs
Military $ 14,279 11,484 11,948 11,239 48,950
Food Distribution 21,487 17,412 13,257 16,946 69,102
Retail 8,222 6,608 4,034 5,446 24,310
$ 43,988 35,504 29,239 33,631 142,362

2008 2008 2009 2009 Trailing
Segment profit Qtr 3 Qtr 4 Qtr 1 Qtr 2 4 Qtrs
Military $ 11,783 9,242 9,905 9,421 40,351
Food Distribution 5,869 5,155 5,982 10,508 27,514
Retail 1,916 1,450 (470 ) 1,209 4,105
Unallocated
Interest (6,539 ) (5,204 ) (4,573 ) (5,024 ) (21,340 )
Gain on acquisition – – 6,682 – 6,682
$ 13,029 10,643 17,526 16,114 57,312

Nash Finch Company
Bob Dimond, 952-844-1060
Executive Vice President & CFO

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Cision: Interim Report January-June 2010

Continued improvement in profitability
STOCKHOLM–(Business Wire)–
April-June

* The Group`s operating revenue amounted to SEK 285 million (377). Organic
growth was negative at 5 percent, compared with negative 8 percent for
January-March 2010 and negative 12 percent for April-June 2009. Exchange rate
effects decreased revenue by SEK 11 million compared with the same period last
year.
* Operating profit excluding restructuring costs amounted to SEK 35 million
(30). Exchange rate effects had a negative impact on operating profit of SEK 1
million compared with the same period last year.
* Following mainly the successful divestment of loss-making businesses in
Europe, Cision`s operating margin excluding restructuring costs continued to
strengthen in the second quarter, reaching 12.2 percent compared with 10.4
percent in the first quarter of 2010 and 7.9 percent in the second quarter last
year.
* Cision US returned to organic growth of 3% in the second quarter, following
negative organic growth of 4% in the first quarter of 2010 and negative 10% for
2009.

January-June

* The Group`s operating revenue amounted to SEK 599 million (837). Organic
growth was negative at 7 percent (-10). Exchange rate effects decreased revenue
by SEK 45 million.
* Operating profit excluding restructuring costs amounted to SEK 68 million (48)
and the operating margin excluding restructuring costs was 11.3 percent (5.7).
Exchange rate effects had a negative impact on operating profit of SEK 6 million
compared with the same period last year.
* Operating profit including restructuring costs amounted to SEK 62 million (33)
and profit before tax was SEK 39 million (-14). Earnings per share were SEK 0.20
(-0.28).
* For the period January-June, operating cash flow amounted to SEK -3 million
(19) and free cash flow amounted to SEK -71 million (-56).

Comment by Cision CEO Hans Gieskes: “In the second quarter of 2010, we were
pleased to see continued improvement in profitability. Our EBITDA margin
exceeded 17 percent, up from 15 percent in the first quarter of 2010, indicating
that we are on track toward achieving our financial target of an EBITDA margin
exceeding 20 percent by 2012 at the latest. The improvement in profitability was
mainly driven by stronger performance in Cision Europe, where the EBITDA margin
increased significantly from 5 percent in the first quarter to 11 percent in the
second quarter of 2010. Our North American business also continued to do well,
delivering a very solid 25 percent EBITDA margin in the second quarter.

In the second quarter, we continued to see positive effects from the launch of
CisionPoint as our most important business, Cision US, returned to organic
growth. The share of customers on the CisionPoint platform in the US has now
reached 78 percent as of June 30, 2010, compared with 48 percent one year ago.
As we continue to roll out CisionPoint in our other markets, we remain confident
in the long-term growth prospects for Cision.”

Cision empowers businesses to make better decisions and improve performance
through its CisionPoint software solutions for corporate communication and PR
professionals. Powered by local experts with global reach, Cision delivers
relevant media information, targeted distribution, media monitoring, and precise
media analysis. Cision has offices in Europe, North America and Asia, and has
partners in 125 countries. Cision AB is quoted on the Nordic Exchange with a
turnover of SEK 1.5 billion in 2009.

This information was brought to you by Cision http://www.cisionwire.com

Hans Gieskes, President and CEO
telephone +46 (0)8 507 410 11
e-mail: hans.gieskes@cision.com
or
Erik Forsberg, CFO
telephone +46 (0)8 507 410 91
e-mail: erik.forsberg@cision.com
Cision AB (publ)
Corp Identity No. SE556027951401
Telephone: +46 (0)8 507 410 00

http://corporate.cision.com

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Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. rappelle aux actionnaires de Spider de présenter leurs actions à la vente pour paiement rapide

Cliffs ne prévoit pas de prolonger la date d`expiration du 26 juillet 2010
CLEVELAND–(Business Wire)–
Regulatory News:

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (NYSE: CLF) (Paris: CLF) a rappelé aujourd`hui aux
actionnaires de Spider Resources Inc. (« Spider »)(TSXV: SPQ) qu`ils avaient
jusqu`au 26 juillet 2010 à 23 h 59 (Heure normale de l`Est) pour présenter leurs
actions ordinaires à la vente au prix de 0,19 CAD par action, conformément à
l`offre de Cliffs (l’« Offre »).

« Les actionnaires de Spider qui veulent un paiement rapide doivent présenter
leurs actions maintenant », a déclaré William C. Boor, président de la division
des alliages ferreux de Cliffs. « Les actionnaires qui manqueraient la date
limite pourraient devoir attendre jusqu`à plusieurs mois pour recevoir un
paiement dans le cadre d`une opération d`éviction, car Cliffs ne prévoit pas de
prolonger l`offre une nouvelle fois. »

Cliffs possède déjà environ 82 % des actions ordinaires de Spider (pourcentage
calculé après dilution totale). Si Cliffs obtient au moins 90 % des actions de
tiers par la procédure de présentation des actions, la société sera en mesure de
procéder à une acquisition forcée. Sinon, Cliffs entend effectuer une opération
d`éviction, pour laquelle elle a déjà suffisamment d`actions de tiers. Cliffs
prévoit que l`opération d`éviction pourrait avoir lieu vers la fin du troisième
trimestre ou au début du quatrième trimestre 2010.

Toutes les actions ordinaires valablement présentées d`ici à la date
d`expiration prolongée seront levées et payées le 26 juillet 2010, conformément
à l`Offre. Le prix de l`Offre représente une prime de 138 % par rapport au prix
de clôture des actions ordinaires de Spider à la TSX Venture Exchange le 21 mai
2010, le jour de cotation ayant précédé l’annonce par Cliffs de son intention de
faire une offre sur les actions ordinaires de Spider. L`Offre implique une
valeur nette réelle totale de Spider de 125 millions de CAD, après dilution
totale.

Avis de prolongation

Comme cela a été préalablement rendu public, Cliffs a déposé, sous le profil de
Spider à www.sedar.com un avis de prolongation en date du 16 juillet 2010, afin
de prolonger la date d`expiration de l’Offre jusqu`au 26 juillet 2010 à 23 h 59.
Ainsi que cela a été également rendu public, Cliffs a déposé à www.sedar.com
l`Offre initiale et la circulaire d`accompagnement en date du 31 mai 2010, un
avis de modification en date du 25 juin 2010 et un avis de prolongation en date
du 6 juillet 2010.

Les actionnaires, les banques et les intermédiaires financiers de Spider qui
auraient des questions ou désireraient des précisions au sujet de l`Offre au
comptant de Cliffs sont priés de contacter Georgeson, l`agence d`information de
Cliffs, en composant le numéro de téléphone gratuit 1-866-656-4120. L`agence
Georgeson peut également être contactée par e-mail à askus@georgeson.com.

Pour être intégré(e) à la liste de distribution par courriel de Cliffs Natural
Resources, veuillez cliquer sur le lien ci-dessous :

http://www.cpg-llc.com/clearsite/clf/emailoptin.html.

À PROPOS DE CLIFFS NATURAL RESOURCES INC.

Cliffs Natural Resources est une société internationale d’exploitation minière
et de ressources naturelles. Membre de l`indice S&P 500, Cliffs est le plus
important producteur de boulettes de minerai de fer en Amérique du Nord, l`un
des principaux exportateurs australiens de minerai de fer à enfournement direct,
fin et en morceaux, ainsi qu`un important producteur de charbon métallurgique.
Dans le respect des valeurs fondamentales en matière de préservation de
l’environnement et du capital, les collaborateurs de Cliffs à travers le monde
s’attachent à rendre compte à toutes les parties intéressées de ses performances
opérationnelles et financières conformément aux directives de transparence
applicables de la GRI (Global Reporting Initiative). Géographiquement, notre
Société est structurée autour de trois entités :

Le segment Amérique du Nord possède ou exploite six mines de fer situées dans le
Michigan, le Minnesota et le Canada, ainsi que deux complexes miniers de charbon
à coke en Virginie occidentale et en Alabama. Le segment Asie-Pacifique comprend
deux complexes d’exploitation de minerai de fer dans l’Ouest australien et une
participation à hauteur de 45 % dans une mine de charbon thermique et à coke
située dans le Queensland, en Australie. Le segment Amérique latine compte une
participation de 30 % dans le projet d`Amapá, un projet de minerai de fer dans
l`État d`Amapá, au Brésil.

D`autres projets sont en cours, dont une usine de production de biomasse dans le
Michigan et des propriétés de chromite de la région du « Ring of Fire » dans
l`Ontario, au Canada. Ces dernières années, Cliffs poursuit une stratégie visant
à atteindre une taille critique dans l’industrie minière et centrée sur
l’approvisionnement des marchés de l’acier à croissance rapide les plus
importants dans le monde.

Dispositions protectrices « Safe Harbor » au sens de la loi intitulée « Private
Securities Litigation Reform of 1995 » :

Ce communiqué de presse contient certaines déclarations de nature
prévisionnelle, notamment la structure et le calendrier de toutes transactions
ultérieures destinées à être « prospectives » au sens des dispositions
protectrices de la loi intitulée « Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995 » (loi américaine sur les litiges relatifs aux instruments financiers).
Bien que la société soit d`avis que ses énoncés prospectifs sont fondés sur des
hypothèses raisonnables, de tels énoncés sont sujets à des risques et
incertitudes.

Les résultats réels peuvent différer sensiblement de ces déclarations, pour
diverses raisons. Parmi les facteurs susceptibles d`influer sur les résultats
réels, citons : des retards dans la capacité de Cliffs à produire des
informations sur les transactions ultérieures obtenues par la suite par Cliffs ;
des changements dans la situation économique globale du secteur, de la
réglementation ou du marché ou des activités de Spider ; des circonstances
actuellement imprévisibles ; la demande pour le ferrochrome de la part des
aciéries intégrées au niveau international ; l`impact des consolidations et de
la rationalisation dans l`industrie sidérurgique ; la disponibilité des biens
d`équipement et des pièces détachées ; la disponibilité de la capacité
ferroviaire et de flottement ; la disponibilité et le coût du capital ; notre
capacité à conserver des liquidités suffisantes et à accéder aux marchés de
capitaux ; des événements ou circonstances pouvant porter atteinte à ou affecter
défavorablement la viabilité ou la valeur des actifs ou des activités de Spider
; l`incapacité d`atteindre les niveaux de production prévus ; les réductions des
estimations des ressources actuelles ; les impacts d’un durcissement de la
réglementation gouvernementale, y compris le défaut d`obtenir ou de maintenir
les autorisations environnementales requises ; les problèmes liés à la
productivité, aux sous-traitants, aux conflits du travail, aux conflits avec les
tribus indigènes dans la région, aux conditions météorologiques, à la
fluctuation de la qualité du minerai et aux changements des autres facteurs de
coût, notamment les coûts de l’énergie et du transport.

Des références sont également faites aux explications détaillées des nombreux
facteurs et risques qui pourraient faire en sorte que l’issue de tels énoncés
prospectifs s’avère différente. Ces facteurs et risques sont exposés dans le
rapport annuel sur formulaire 10-K, dans les rapports trimestriels sur
formulaire 10-Q et dans les précédents communiqués de presse déposés auprès de
la Securities and Exchange Commission (l`autorité américaine des marchés
financiers), qui sont disponibles publiquement sur le site Internet de Cliffs
Natural Resources. Les informations contenues dans ce document ne sont valables
qu`à la date de publication du présent communiqué de presse et peuvent être
supplantées par des évènements ultérieurs.

Les communiqués de presse et l’ensemble des informations sur la société sont
disponibles sur les sites Internet suivants :

http://www.cliffsnaturalresources.com ou

www.cliffsnaturalresources.com/Investors/Pages/default.aspx?b=1041&1=1.

Suivez Cliffs sur Twitter à : http://twitter.com/CliffsIR.

Le texte du communiqué issu d`une traduction ne doit d`aucune manière être
considéré comme officiel. La seule version du communiqué qui fasse foi est celle
du communiqué dans sa langue d`origine. La traduction devra toujours être
confrontée au texte source, qui fera jurisprudence.

CONTACTS AVEC LES INVESTISSEURS ET LES MÉDIAS FINANCIERS :
Canada
Longview Communications Inc.
Alan Bayless, 604-694-6035
abayless@longviewcomms.ca
ou
États-Unis – Europe
Cliffs Natural Resources Inc.
Steve Baisden, 216-694-5280
Directeur des relations avec les investisseurs et des communications
d’entreprise
steve.baisden@cliffsnr.com
ou
Jessica Moran, 216-694-6532
Analyste en chef des relations avec les investisseurs
jessica.moran@cliffsnr.com
ou
Christine Dresch, 216-694-4052
Responsable des communications d’entreprise
christine.dresch@cliffsnr.com

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Research and Markets: Outlook of Future LNG Markets – Analysis and Forecasts of Upcoming 20 Potential LNG Markets

DUBLIN–(Business Wire)–
Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/69db00/outlook_of_future) has
announced the addition of the “Outlook of Future LNG Markets- Analysis and
Forecasts of Upcoming 20 Potential LNG Markets” report to their offering.

Outlook of Future LNG Markets – Analysis and Forecasts of Upcoming 20 Potential
LNG Markets

Global LNG markets have evolved strongly over the last decade. With declining
construction and operational costs, the spread of LNG markets is rising rapidly.
Robust natural gas demand coupled with supply diversity advantages are resulting
in an increased number of countries participating in world LNG trade. Between
2010 and 2015, 21 new countries are expected to start LNG trading, providing a
strong scope for companies existing or planning to enter LNG market.

Entry of these markets is expected to result in diversification of global LNG
market and growth in trade volumes. However, the price bases will not alter in
the near future. On one hand, the industry provides a larger scope of
investments for new entrants and existing players but on the other hand, it can
reduce the domination of the existing majors.

To evaluate the pros and cons of entering these markets and making contracts
with companies in these countries, LNGReports has come up with the brand new
report Outlook of Future LNG Markets- Analysis and Forecasts of Upcoming 20
Potential LNG Markets. The report evaluates each of these markets through new
innovative tools like benchmarking and positioning map. Further, through
information on planned investments and market structures, the report gives you a
complete insight into 21 evolving LNG markets

Scope

* The report analyses 16 regasification (Bahamas, Bangladesh, Croatia, Germany,
Indonesia, Ireland, Jamaica, Netherlands, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland,
Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay) and 6 Liquefaction
countries (Angola, Canada, Iran, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Venezuela), which are
expected to start LNG operations between 2010 and 2015
* Yearly forecasts of capacities, trains, capital investment and trade movements
are provided for each country for the next five years
* Key factors driving growth of LNG with primary challenges facing these
countries are analyzed
* Details information on 20 planned LNG import and 12 LNG export terminals
including operator, ownership, construction cost and period, capacity, location
and expected commencement date
* Evolving markets in each region are benchmarked against different parameters
including supply, demand and economic indexes
* Expected market share of companies in 2015 in these evolving markets are
provided by region

Key Topics Covered:

1 Table of contents

2 Executive Summary

3 Outlook of Future LNG markets in Asia Pacific

4 Outlook of Future LNG markets in Europe

5 Outlook of Future LNG markets in Middle East Africa

6 Outlook of Future LNG markets in Americas

7 Appendix

For more information visit

http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/69db00/outlook_of_future

Research and Markets
Laura Wood, Senior Manager,
press@researchandmarkets.com
U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716

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Covidien Declara Dividendo Trimestral em Dinheiro

DUBLIN–(Business Wire)–
A Covidien plc (NYSE: COV) anunciou hoje que seu Conselho de Administração
declarou um dividendo trimestral pago em espécie no valor de $0,18 por ação
ordinária. O dividendo será pago em 20 de agosto de 2010 aos acionistas
registrados em 2 de agosto de 2010.

SOBRE A COVIDIEN

A Covidien é uma empresa líder global em produtos de atenção à saúde que cria
soluções médicas inovadoras para melhorar as respostas terapêuticas dos
pacientes, e agrega valor por meio da excelência e liderança clínicas. A
Covidien fabrica, distribui e presta serviço a uma grande variedade de linhas de
produtos líderes em três segmentos: Dispositivos Médicos, Produtos Farmacêuticos
e Suprimentos Médicos. Com receita de $ 10,7 bilhões em 2009, a Covidien possui
mais de 42 mil funcionários no mundo todo, em mais de 60 países, e seus produtos
são vendidos em mais de 140 países. Acesse o site www.covidien.com para
informações adicionais sobre nossos negócios.

O texto no idioma original deste anúncio é a versão oficial autorizada. As
traduções são fornecidas apenas como uma facilidade e devem se referir ao texto
no idioma original, que é a única versão do texto que tem efeito legal.

Covidien
Eric Kraus, 508-261-8305
Vice-Presidente Sênior
Comunicações Corporativas
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