Arko Share Discussion Threads

[akramms] 13/6/2007 12:59

That 250000 listed as a sell trade is a BUY

[topvest] 25/4/2007 20:56

I've read the annual report for the last couple of years. It's a very risky punt on the basis that they are looking for strategic partners and the share price is well below NAV. I have to say it is a bit of a gamble, but the share price is either levelling, before some activity or going to zero. I thought the risk reward equation was ok. Prepared to lose 100% and take a tax loss. Hoping something will happen...in which case it should fly!!

[damanko] 25/4/2007 17:49

Well topvest, you're a brave man (or woman). Bought in 2003........ ho hum. Do me a favour please? Keep buying in "large quantities:... then make a bid. Seriously, on what criteria have you decided to invest, have you done any research, and uncovered a hidden gem? Or maybe you've heard that the main shareholder is getting paroled earlier than we thought?

[topvest] 24/4/2007 21:17

Anyone else into these? I've bought a very small quantity recently...well more correctly, large quantity for a low price! Very high risk with a poor track record, but could be a good vehicle for a transformational deal of some kind. Valuation very small vs. book value of net assets and trading position has appeared to have stabilised. Downside is that it is a controlled company with a major shareholder that is serving time I think!

[damanko] 21/9/2006 23:11

And then some.................

[moormoney] 21/9/2006 13:06

lots of patience needed-may be years before I get back to break even!!

[jemtang] 21/9/2006 07:45

LONDON (AFX) -

Shares in Arko, now focused on its terminal and shipping logistics business, moved ahead 0.08 to 0.60 after the group achieved an operating profit for the six months to end-June, and expressed optimism about the prospects for continued growth of Keen Chance Terminal.

[sheeneqa] 21/9/2006 07:11

Arko Holdings FY loss narrows
LONDON (AFX) - China-based shipping and power generation group Arko Holdings
PLC said its annual losses have narrowed, despite a "difficult year" at its
principal power station subsidiary.
In the year to Dec 31, Arko made a pretax loss of 5.6 mln usd, down from 7.2
mln.
Arko said the loss was driven by two factors: firstly, income generated from
the power plant cannot cover the depreciation cost of that plant, and secondly,
the decrease in the profit margin achieved in the container terminal business.
Looking ahead, the group said it views the future with "cautious optimism."
However, market conditions in 2006 continue to be challenging, Arko said, and
its expects to achieve increased volumes but with pressure on pricing
continuing.
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[etarip] 09/8/2006 07:48

I too bought 3 years ago. Agree with damanko & moormoney comments.

[moormoney] 29/6/2006 12:03

Is this a flicker of life/hope ??-very disappointed with this one been stuck in it for 3 years!!

[blessings] 29/6/2006 09:08

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW

During the 12 months ended 31 December 2005, the Group made a loss of
US$5,907,500 on turnover of US$8,093,986, after allowing for amortisation of
goodwill and depreciation of US$3,722,529 and an exceptional write off of
US$4,858,465. Whilst this loss was disappointing it is driven by two factors;
firstly, income generated from the power plant cannot cover the depreciation
cost of that plant, and secondly, the decrease in the profit margin achieved in
the container terminal business. The exceptional write off arises as a result
of the irrecoverability of certain trade debts which arose in connection with
discontinued trading activities. The loss before tax and the loss per share for
the period amounted to US$5,566,150 and US0.2985 cents respectively, the
comparative figures for 2004 being US$7,195,665 and US0.3624 cents.

During 2005 revenues from terminal and shipping logistics activities amounted to
US$8,093,986 reflecting the step change in operating performance following the
re-structuring of the Company in 2004, which I reported on in my last annual
report.

As at 31 December 2005 equity shareholders' funds were US$47,565,739.

DIVIDENDS

The Board does not recommend the payment of a dividend (2004: nil).


OPERATIONAL REVIEW

Market conditions in the terminal and shipping logistics sectors in mainland
China remained difficult and challenging. Handling of TEUs was up by 30% and
turnover up by 34.4% compared to 2004 but overall contribution remained broadly
unchanged due to increases in fixed costs and the effect of competition on
pricing. Market conditions in the terminal and shipping logistics sectors in
mainland China remained difficult and challenging. Margins remained under
pressure from increasing and intense competition for market share to fill
excess industry capacity. Management of the container terminal have taken a
number of measures to reduce operating and administrative costs in 2006, and at
the same time TEUs are ahead of the comparative period in 2005.

As mentioned in my interim report, an agreement has been reached between the
power plant company and a PRC privately-owned enterprise. The operation of the
power plant has been contracted to this PRC privately-owned enterprise since
July 2005 and in return the Company will receive a fixed rental for a term of
five years. Having considered the past unsatisfactory performance of the power
plant, the Board is of the view that this arrangement is in the best interests
of the Company.

[vision88] 09/6/2006 11:39

TWIX

The CEO as far i know is still in prison on fraud of some sort, his familly own the majority of the shares, the institutions have so far boycoted this company all through, it appears they do have some potential and some interesting assets still , well i think they still have them, now this could simply die be taken over assets confiscated who knows been going on like this a few years now.

You might wake up one morning and see them trading at 40p

[vision88] 10/5/2006 01:06

The Photos on this thread give the impression of a Dynamic robust focused organized multinational corporate congromulot ,about to go balistic, my local sandwich bar wants £2.25p for long roll cheese and tomato sarnie, i could buy instead 321 shares @.007p each, im considering a sausage roll tomorrow 80p save the balance up for 10,000 K of these, then retire back to mee long roll sarnie with salt and pepper and a friday treat a green gerkin, you see this company does attract ROBUST GREEN GERKIN GETTORS

[vision88] 10/5/2006 01:06

The Photos on this thread give the impression of a Dynamic robust focused organized multinational corporate congromulot ,about to go balistic, my local sandwich bar wants £2.25p for long roll cheese and tomato sarnie, i could buy instead 321 shares @.007p each, im considering a sausage roll tomorrow 80p save the balance up for 10,000 K of these, then retire back to mee long roll sarnie with salt and pepper and a friday treat a green gerkin, you see this company does attract ROBUST GREEN GERKIN GETTORS

[blessings] 08/5/2006 21:52

torabora...Would be nice if you could elaborate why this share has long term value, head honcho not out of lock up any time in the forseeable future, customers have left in droves, no positive news flow.....This is one company that could end up being worth zilch......Hey but what do I know, see you are leading the 100% board, maybe you can work your magic here.......

[torabora] 08/5/2006 19:53

Now is just the time to buy,always buy when a share is unloved [for max long term profits.]This share has value at todays price.

[damanko] 08/5/2006 18:25

I hold only because I can't be bothered to cash in, wouldn't even get a weekend at a decent hotel with the proceeds. 3 or 4 years ago I could have stayed in one for a couple of months....... c'est la vie. If it's still around in 10 years we'll see................

[moormoney] 08/5/2006 16:36

Have left my money gathering dust in this one thinking it was in all the right areas for good profits-now wondering whether to hang on or get out-anyone still holding??

[vision88] 27/3/2006 19:57

BONE IDLE COMPANY

[Abuse team] 27/3/2006 19:57

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[vision88] 27/3/2006 19:56

yes it goes up like a BIG YAWN then settles down again , it needs the excercise

[dd111] 27/3/2006 11:28

Why is going up, any idea?

[dd111] 16/3/2006 13:34

No bad news is left!
Good chance to buy