11:19 ET Atmel Corp (ATML) 12.72 +0.15 (+1.2%): Company plans to raise approx. $200 mln through an offering of zero coupon convertible subordinated notes.
11:17 ET Strong Groups : Genomics: MUSE (+10%), ORCH (+10%),AFFX (+7%), SQNM (+7%), PDLI (+6.5%)... Alternative Energy: HPOW (+7.5%), BLDP (+6%), PRTN (+5.5%), CPST (+4.5%), PLUG (+3.5%)... Ballard Power (BLDP), the leading maker of fuel cells for the auto market, could benefit from the Bush energy plan to be unveiled later today; the proposal is expected to include a measure that provides $4 bln in tax incentives for the purchase of energy efficient vehicles; Democrats are proposing a plan that would offer tax incentives for the purchase of "hybrid" gas and electric autos. |
