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Martek Biosciences Corp.

October 20, 2008 | Comments: 0
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Martek Bioscience (MATK - Snapshot Report) announced in September that made it a multiple license and supply deal with an international food companies, Hero, Grupo Ricap, and Hochdorf Nutricare. Martek will supply all of companies' ARA and DHA for infant formula and children's food and milk, specially designed for a child's early life.

The deal allows Martek to continue its international expansion into Mexico, Europe, and China. Martek's proprietary DHA and ARA blend is used in approximately 95% of infant formulas sold in the U.S.

On Sep 4 Martek announced third-quarter earnings that included earnings per share of 28 cents. This market the fourth surprise in the past 4 quarters, as analysts were only expecting 24 cents. Revenues rose 14% year-over-year to $88.4 million.

Martek also raised full-year guidance during the announcement. The company expects earnings per share to be between $1.06 and $1.09, 65% higher that 2007.

The company was featured earlier this year as a Zacks Rank Buy.

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