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PXC. I know little of the terms of the exercise dates of these options. If they are being exercised during the option period, they may be held onto in the knowledge of rising, if they have been got "rid of" as the holders think the share price has gone as far as pos for the moment, they will be sold more or less straight away, if they have to be exercised because the expiry date is imminent, then they have not option but to exercise the options at the current price, I neither know what price they were bought at, so very much in the dark here. What is for sure is, the ISC is surely creeping up, over 2Bn ISC now, far too many. If any predator wants to clinch PXC we would have to see hundreds of millions of shares bought on a daily basis. Most of recent trading is of the bread and butter type, albeit lots of them.

GTL. This share volumes issue is endemic with these types of companies. They require huge amounts of the greenbacks to progress with R&D and production. The most obvious way is to issue paper, this leades to Bns of issued shares which tends to cramp and stifle the share price rise. So in the end the price bobs around without going anywhere for ages, then tick by tick the price starts to move, without anyone noticing, then when it is realised that the Co will join an upper league, then you may find consolidations or buy backs, a prelude to dividends rewarding long suffered and loyal shareholders. That is the theory. This has to be a good market to be in GTL has been in it a long time down under.

ERL. News of purchase and then news of good figures. Double whammy time!

PLN. Southwind now account for just over 11% of the Issued Share Capital ("ISC") or 10.2M issued shares. Who is with me on that this is turning into a particular strategic stake holding.

DGM. As I said previous. The Board offers up a different scenario, is it suggested that the recent RNS is lies and the Board are "ramping" the shares for their own ends, I cannot and will not accept this. Once, and if Mr Porter replies to my enquiry I will footprint it. But I am going with a buy for the time being.

DGM. As a sideliner, it might be difficult to comprehend the anxiety that future prospects stirs. Quite a few investors are locked in this in the hope that prospects will improve. So it may not necessarily be a buying time it may be concerving and salvaging an exit route. It is always easy to be objective when one is not subjectively involved. I can understand the footprints here leading to a conclusion. But sometimes the market offers up a different plot. As a long in the tooth player I look beyond the market discourse. If this Company was percieved to be on its last legs, then there would be not a sibgle shareholder, but as that is not the case, we go with "market" sentiment and trade as the market signals indicate. Not just here but everywhere. Buyers Sellers Losers winners some win some fail. We all have a healthy opinion that is good.

DGM. I have put the issues raised here directly to the Chairman of DGM specifics for "comment". Once a nerve is struck ie a leak has ocurred regarding trading and it is so close that the Company concerned has no option but to issue a release, then let us push the allegations fostered here today, after all, I like so many others, has a vested interest. Having put the cat amongst the pidgeon, let us see what comes out of the woodwork. If we can pre-empt an announcement let us push the buttons. Give the Board food for thought that the market "is on to them" and the fact that they (the Board) may be being economical with the truth. What else can we do?

DGM. I concur, my recent research turns up the same! In view of the unsubstantiated "profit/cash warning". My position is with the positive. It is a fact that listed Coys have to keep the "City" informed of any substantial change good and bad ASAP. It is a well known fact that B&Q are finding it tough and are downsizing and closing branches left right and centre, Woolies is in dire straits. But DGM is not so dependent on this client base anymore, is it?

ETL. My buy opinion is there so that some may capitalise on immediate weakness (imo) not to be interpreted nor am I advocating this as a buy per se for the medium to long term. A lot will happen between now and March. So to avoid confusion in what I deliver to how it is interpreted I will post a feeble "no opinion". Seasoned investors/traders may just be able to take advantage of the situation, after all is not the chase as good as the capture imo.

GTL. showing strength, probably due to Bush's State of Union adress regarding Oil Fossil fuel consumption levels and the need to find alternative sources. Up pops GTL, who may well one day lead the way. From what I can gather, the Ethanol plant is on schedule and on budget. Quite a flaky Co financially still, so be cautious and look for any signs of negatives, some good consistent share buying lately.

ETL. SPQR not in the biblical sense but Small Profit Quick Return school of thought. Quite possible option 2. Time is a crucial factor here, because there is none, it is the Creditors calling the tune.

DGM. I have not heard anything more since 6th Jan, that has not been footprinted here. I am still taking a confident outlook on this, I am somewhat concerned at the 12.15 footprint, but if the Board of DGM is aware of any significant change in its sphere of business, it is duty bound, by virtue of the listing rules to tell the Stock Exchange so this can be released sooner rather than later. There is no point in contacting DGM to verify the current financial standing because they will not give out this information, as this would be classed as insider stuff. It would be unusual for a Coy to cease trading on the first whiff of financial trouble, there is always some form of rescue plan, normally! If this Co has run out of money and future client business and it is aware of that fact, woe betide it, from an FSA perspective, if it does not let the market know ASAP. I remain optomistic, if proved false optomism, cest la vie.

ETL. From a perks point of view the shares bought @£5 have some value. The current share price direction is dependent on what sort of re-financing deal is struck if; 1) A heavely discounted rights issue (a remote possibility given the time/cost restraints, the price will hold up well. 2) If a secondary offer by way of a placing or debt for equity swap, the current shares will be rendered worthless. 3) If fresh funds are introduced as debt ie loan notes or even "governmental" intervention ( possible but not likely without Brussels approval) the share price will rocket. 4) Securitisation of any assets (popular in the 90s, but I do not think there is anything worth mortgaging that isn't already, but I take counsel on that one) and lease back, share price will rocket. My belief is a modern debt/equity swap so the current shares will be reduced to no value. Longer term with a little breathing space and a possible new management structure, offers up good value. Short term, that is until March, play the market and adopt the SPQR plan, after that it is anyones guess.

ETL. Hi debbie. Could well be four Capital G (gin) Tax. I am "LOL"

ETL. Yeh I know all about double taxation. I drink profits away and pay taxes, then i pay the Local Council to clear away after me. Such is life!

JRVS. just to point readers in the right direction. Max87 footprinted 1st Sept 2005 @ 9:7

JRVS. Hi Max87, if you are still following the footprints here? yes I did and a I am more than anticipating and willing to do the same at ETL.

ETL. ETL could be the nemesis for 2 proud Governments having to face the voters in allowing and creating an almighty financial heart breaker for gullible "sid" investors should the Euro Tunnel Co go Bankrupt. The French and British Governments will take first prize. ETL have now until March to strike a deal with creditors, which in real terms means, trying to persuade Brussels to allow two historic loggerhead Governments to provide an easy exit route for a £xBn indebted Coy not to go belly up and so allow the "gateway" to Europe and Eastern Europe not to close and if so to become the laughing stock of the World. There has to be a done deal, there is no alternative!

DUN. DUN acquires Alpha Coach Coy in a £2.1m cash/bank facility deal. 30 vehicles acquired along with 45 employees. deal will further widen geographic spread.

CHP. My position has moved from a buy to a strong buy. having further researched the recent company potential trade announcement. My position has improved from a buy to strong buy.