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VOLUME 07: ISSUE 8
Clearly
Canadian Looks Ready To Roll
We
mentioned in a recent blog entry (several,
actually) how Clearly Canadian (OTCBB:
CCBEF) was popping up on investor's radars again after what had been
a relatively quiet end to last year. This week, the theory has been verified
with two press releases in two days - and the first since November.
We often take news and events at face value, but sometimes, the best clues
about opportunities are hidden in the less apparent places....like the
sudden renewed interest in publicity.
With
this idea in mind, we started taking an even closer look at what was going
on up in Vancouver, Canada, where Clearly Canadian is headquartered. When
we started assembling the pieces of the puzzle - like the stock's chart,
the messages within the last two press releases, and the revived PR effort
- the picture really started to come together for us.
Yes,
we suspect a storm is brewing up north....a good one.
Clearly's President, Brent Lokash, issued a letter to shareholders today
(reprinted below) mirroring our thoughts. No need to be redundant, so we
won't rehash what you can read for yourself in a moment. Instead, let's
take a minute or two reiterate why we just can't let go of what seems like
such a great investment idea to us.
A
Better Fit
Yesterday
we learned Clearly Canadian had realigned the United States distribution
network for its alternative drink lines. Frankly, we don't think the press
release did the realignment justice. We'd equate it to a complete
overhaul - the new distribution partners are far better suited to
get alternative beverages on store shelves.
See,
the market penetration of a product like beverages and snack foods largely
lies with the distributor, and often directly with (literally) the delivery
driver. The prior distributor may have had a strong presence in the carbonated
drink arena - most likely its bread and butter - but may not have been
well equipped to best promote a niche drink.
The
new distributors, which are so far un-named, should be better suited at
getting alternative beverages on the shelf at your local store. Why do
we think that? Two reasons, one of which we inferred from the press release
below.
The
new distribution channel is no longer a single, national distributor. Rather,
Clearly
Canadian plans to use a network of small distributors, some of which are
possibly regionally-based. Is smaller better? When it comes to non-mainstream
items, yeah, we think it is. These smaller teams will likely have
a more 'hands-on' approach with their products and manufacturers, and the
distributor will be able to perform some salesmanship to get a little more/better
square footage from the retailer.
As
such, Clearly's drinks are likely to get the kind of attention they
need (from distributors as well as drivers) to ultimately put their
product in the hands of consumers.
Simultaneously,
we expect advertising and promotion to become highly visible soon.
Where
getting the right distributor in place could be considered a 'pushing'
strategy, we're looking for Clearly to also throttle up their 'pulling'
strategy. That is, by creating demand directly with the consumer (through
print, TV, radio, etc.), customers are far more likely to grab a Clearly
Canadian product the next time they've got a thirst to quench.
As
Brent Lokash's post-script in the letter states, they'll be using NBA star
Steve Nash in a promotion for the new product lines. In reading between
the lines, we just get the feeling that the company has been brewing
up something for months, and is now ready to introduce the reinvented
Clearly Canadian brand.
When
the push & pull approaches get firing on all cylinders, we think improved
sales - and then earnings - could mean a total revitalization for
the company, and its stock. In fact, we'd say the Clearly Canadian story
is arguably one of the best turn-around stories we've seen in years. New
management, new products, new partners....looks like they're pointed in
the right direction to us.
The
Supporting Evidence
As
we mentioned, there's no need to repeat the ideas found in the letter -
it speaks for itself. However, there are a handful of other
ideas we think point to better days ahead for this company and its shareholders.
The
annual new age/alternative beverage market is worth $21 billion per year.
That's a very big pond to be swimming in. For perspective, Clearly Canadian's
typical annual revenues total in the $10 million range. As a major recognized
brand in this market segment, we feel achieving further penetration should
be relatively simple; even a small piece of that pie could be a windfall
for Clearly.
Consumers
are more health conscious than ever before. While water (flavored or
otherwise) may have been a novelty a few years ago, it's now an important
choice as we consider health and fitness factors. Obviously water is a
smart no-carb option, but the company also plans to roll out other health-friendly
lines in the near future.
The
company is now debt free. This only became a reality in the last few
months, so historical results may have been limited by a proverbial monkey
on the company's back. We can't wait to see what this rebuilt company can
do with a new-found financial flexibility. Perfect timing too....becoming
debt free at the same time they plan on introducing new products (like
drinks and snacks) as well as expand the footprint of existing ones.
In any
case, here's Mr. Lokash's letter. Some of it was detailed above, while
other parts we didn't get to touch on at all. We'll be keeping a close
eye on the chart as well as any news; we suspect doing so will bear
fruit (i.e. gains) at some point in time in 2007.
By
the way, we're working on a brand new trading idea for you,
which could be rolled out sometime next week. There's still a little due
diligence to be done on our part before we can say for sure, but so far,
the opportunity looks very compelling. We'll finalize our end within few
days, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for a possible trading alert.
Clearly
Canadian Issues Update Letter from the President Thursday
January 18, 2007.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- Clearly Canadian Beverage Company (OTCBB:CCBEF):
Dear Shareholder,
I'd like to update
you on the outcome of 2006 and upcoming developments for 2007 for Clearly
Canadian Beverage Company.
First, I would
like to personally thank you for your interest in the company and for your
continued support.
Throughout 2006,
we analyzed each phase of our business practices as well as the alternative-beverage
and snack industry.
That has allowed
us to enter 2007 debt free and with $5 million in cash. More important,
the groundwork has been laid to expand into the organic product areas.
Clearly Canadian
to launch new products...
On January 25,
2007, we will be launching our new enhanced waters, promising a new era
for Clearly Canadian beverages.
Our 2007 goals
for Clearly Canadian...
Continue to develop
and strengthen our management team.
Actively pursue acquisition
opportunities to strengthen our foothold in the beverage sector and diversify
into the complementary organic snack sector.
Develop new and improved
formats for delivering our core line of sparkling flavored waters to consumers.
Explore licensing
agreements for including our name on a variety of other products.
Expand our business
in Asia.
As we study our new
plans we are mindful of being part of a $21 billion industry that includes
Monster(R), Red Bull(R) and vitaminwater(R).
Clearly Canadian
Beverage Corporation is set to capitalize on this market opportunity with
all of the steps that were put into place in 2006, including:
A foundation for
a strong distribution network
New products
A strong balance
sheet
Streamlined operations
We are committed
to building market share and brand awareness for our products, returning
to profitability and growing shareholder value.
Sincerely yours,
Brent Lokash
President
P.S. In conjunction
with the launch of our new product lines, watch for the release of a Clearly
Canadian video featuring two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash and a Nash promotional
contest. To preview the video, go to www.clearly.ca on January 25, 2007.
About Clearly
Canadian
Based in Vancouver,
B.C., Clearly Canadian Beverage Corporation markets premium alternative
beverages and products, including Clearly Canadian(r) sparkling flavoured
water and Clearly Canadian O+2(r) oxygen enhanced water beverage which
are distributed in the United States, Canada and various other countries.
Since its inception, the Clearly Canadian brand has sold over 90 million
cases equating to over 2 billion bottles worldwide. Additional information
about Clearly Canadian may be obtained at www.clearly.ca.
Forward Looking
Statements
Statements in
this news release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements
that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Words such as "expects", "intends",
"plans", "may", "could", "should", "anticipates", "likely", "believes",
"estimates", "potential", "predicts", "continue" and words of similar import
also identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are
based on current facts and analysis and other information that are based
on forecasts of future results, estimates of amounts not yet determined
and assumptions of management, including, but not limited to, the Company's
belief that it can capitalize on its goals and plans set forth in this
letter. These assumptions are subject to many risks, and actual results
may differ materially from those currently anticipated. These risks include,
by way of example and not in limitation, general economic conditions, changing
beverage consumption trends of consumers, the Company's ability to generate
sufficient cash flows to support general operating activities and capital
expansion plans, competition, pricing and availability of raw materials,
the Company's ability to maintain the current and future retail listings
for its beverage products and to maintain favorable supply, production
and distribution arrangements, laws and regulations and changes thereto
that may affect the way the Company's products are manufactured, distributed
and sold and other factors beyond the reasonable control of the Company.
Additional information on factors that may affect the business and financial
results of the Company can be found in filings of the Company with the
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and with the British Columbia and
Ontario Securities Commissions.
Contact:
Clearly Canadian
Beverage Company,
Vancouver Shareholder
Relations
Steve Cook, 800-983-0993
E-mail: investor@clearly.ca
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Clearly
Canadian's Stock May Be On The Verge Of A Breakout
If
you haven't gotten a chance to look at a Clearly Canadian (OTCBB:
CCBEF) chart lately, you might want to. As we
mentioned a few days ago, the stock was on a path to break past a critical
resistance line. If it did, it could possibly open the upside flood gates,
so to speak.
As
of today, that resistance line around $2.80 has been breached. Today's
high was $2.88, and the close was at $2.84.
To
jog your memory, we first presented the possibility on January
10th, in a regular newsletter edition. At the time, it appeared as
if CCBEF shares might be completing an upside-down (bullish) head-and-shoulders
pattern. It would be complete - and confirmed - when and if the 'neckline'
at $2.80 was finally breached. Although there are no guarantees with anything,
the pattern does make upside follow-through a little more likely.
Don't
forget, we have an official alert date of March 16th, 2006, when shares
were at $2.55. It's been a wild ride between then and now, but our target
of $5.15 still stands. And, based on the current chart, our optimism is
growing by the minute.
Titan
to Host Quarterly Results Conference Call
They
released the data a couple of days ago. We published our thoughts on the
quarterly results yesterday morning. But if you're still looking for more,
then we encourage you to participate in Titan Global Holding's (OTCBB:
TTGL) conference call this Friday, January 19th, at 1 PM EST.
We're
sure the same information we laid out will be reviewed, but we suspect
there will be some detail added about the company's six divisions, and
what the future may hold....near term, and long term. CEO Bryon Chance
will be leading the conversation.
There
will also be a chance to ask questions.
To
listen in, callers within the United States can access the conference call
by calling (800) 230-1085; when prompted tell the operator you would like
to connect to the 'Titan Global Holdings conference call.' International
callers can dial (612) 288-0340. An online audio web simulcast of the call
will also be accessible at http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/titan/.
No
Need to Wonder - TTGL's Gap is Closed
On
Tuesday we brought up the possibility that Titan Global Holdings (OTCBB:
TTGL) heroic rally was possibly going to falter, as it had left a (relatively)
big 4 cent gap when it opened so much higher on Tuesday.
It's
not that it would have been that big of a deal if it happened - it was
only the four cents between $1.26 and $1.30. A pullback wouldn't necessarily
unwind all of TTGL's chart momentum established over the last few weeks.
The worry was that such a dip, slight as it may have been, could have inspired
a panic. If the wrong traders get nervous at the wrong time and start bailing
out of a stock, it could actually turn a short-term blip into a long-term
headache.
Well,
you don't have to worry any more. The concern over whether or not the gap
will be filled has been answered.....it was filled yesterday. Better still,
it doesn't seem to have jump-started a selling spree. The stock has stabilized
pretty nicely, despite volume being greater than average behind this profit-taking.
With
all this in mind, our bigger-picture opinion of Titan's per-share value
doesn't change. We just view the gap's closure as the removal of on external
force that could have potentially been working against any uptrend. Better
now than later.
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