Entertainment Rights Share Discussion Threads

[petepostman] 13/8/2008 19:26

Rochford 6: Problem is, it goes back to the rights issue in Jan 07 at 28.5p. Ashby Manor et al bought into that and although the share price has been low in recent months, there doesn't appear to have been the volume purchased or the RNS postings to suggest that that Ashby etc have averaged down to a level that would make them sell. Of course it could all be fixed that Ashby etc will get a stake in the new company, taking a loss for now and writing it "for tax purposes", but if the take over is hostile I don't think this is very likely. Ashby et al own a large proportion of the company and with other share holders probably in heavily at much higher share price a hostile take over is unlikely unless over that magic 20p level. Which in that case the deal would have been done in Jan this year! And its only 1% vol today, this volume has been rare.

[rochford6] 13/8/2008 18:58

Pete

there are several options,Personaly i do not think the company are buying the shares back at the moment, read the AGM notes, they will only buy them back when the company is able to, at the moment i believe they would rather reduce their debts. Another option is that someone is intending to go hostile in a takeover and have agreed with a n other to buy their shares and possibly gift them a stake in the new company.

Depending on your current losses/profits situation would decide if the hostile takeover is good or bad.

The above is purely speculation on my part and is not intended as advise, i would appreciate others views on the situation.

Regards
Roch

[petepostman] 13/8/2008 18:47

8.6 mil shares traded, a bit more than 1% of total shares in issue, a lot for one day, shame share price went down. perhaps it is the company buying them back? Share price monitoring as well, something is going on, is it good or bad????

[dubbsie] 13/8/2008 12:17

Certainly looks like something is occuring

[rochford6] 13/8/2008 10:46

maybe there is some truth in that article after all, high volume today but the share price hardly moved,

[rochford6] 12/8/2008 14:31

53tom - the majority of the trades today have been AT trades so are matched buys and sells, it is possible that this is the transfer of shares that was mentioned but until we get a holdings RNS we will have to wait and see

[rochford6] 12/8/2008 14:29

August 11, 2008

ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS AND COMPEDIA PARTNER TO DEVELOP A POSTMAN PAT INTERACTIVE GAME

New PC Game to Hit Shelves Spring 2009

Compedia, an industry leader in the international edutainment games market, today announces it's partnership with Entertainment Rights Plc, a leading global entertainment media company whose growing portfolio includes some of the world's most popular children's, family and retro brands. Through the deal, Compedia will develop and launch worldwide a new educational based Postman Pat® CD-Rom.

The Postman Pat® CD-Rom, aimed at children aged 3-6 years, features interactive games designed to develop language and learning skills and the game complements the brand new series Postman Pat® Special Delivery Service (SDS) which is due to premiere on BBC 2 Autumn 2008 and roll out internationally thereafter. The series sees Postman Pat® in a brand new job as he takes on a promotion as Head of SDS and the new show has an expanded diverse cast, a fleet of new vehicles, a new town and highly-charged storylines. The show has been sold in to 80 plus territories worldwide.

Each game features high quality graphics and is packed with engaging activities, charming songs, and rewards that will challenge and motivate children, making the learning experience great fun.

Laura Turner-Laing, VP Global Digital & Music, Entertainment Rights Plc, said, "Following our successful partnership with Compedia on the Casper® and Lassie® CD-ROMs, we are delighted to partner again to bring Postman Pat® to its fanbase and a wider audience. This deal forms part of a lineup of the new TV series: Postman Pat® Special Delivery Service (SDS) promotional partnerships across multiple formats. With over 25 years history, we are now taking the much loved and well known characters of Postman Pat® into a dynamic new environment whilst maintaining the brands essential integrity."

Shai Newman, Executive Director, Compedia commented: "After selling millions of CD ROMs into 42 countries worldwide, we are excited to launch a new Postman Pat® game on CD-Rom. This new title allows many people to play the game and enjoy the fun of learning. Compedia is delighted to partner with Entertainment Rights to bring quality family-friendly games to the market"

[53tom] 12/8/2008 13:49

Thanks Rochford6 - I take all these tipsters and commentators with a pinch of salt, since the majority have a bias or self-interest. I was really wondering if it had been stated anyone else.
Interestingly there has been some large sells today and, so far, it has not affected the price very much, so presumbly someone is in the background buying them up.

[rochford6] 07/8/2008 18:52

53 Tom - i would not pay too much attention to Geoff foster - he has made some serious mistakes in his reporting of some of my other stocks. He allways seems to refer to speculation.

If a major shareholding does change hands then i presume we will see the trades reported.

there has been no sizeable trades go through reently.

As for the reason behind the transfer of shares, my only assumption is that it will be for a takeover attempt, possibly hostile. But this is purely my opinion.

[53tom] 07/8/2008 18:44

Anyone seen anything else on the above speculation.

[53tom] 07/8/2008 17:14

Yesterday's trading:
Geoff Foster, Daily Mail
7 August 2008, 7:45am
Amid speculation that a large shareholding is about to change hands, Postman Pat group Entertainment Rights edged up 0.2p to 9.2p.

[petepostman] 04/8/2008 18:25

A far cry from Jan 07..! Just where did it all go wrong..!! We are at the 2002 share price

Sunday's tips round-up: Alliance Boots, Tate, Entertainment Rights

Sunday's tips round-up: Alliance Boots, Tate, Entertainment Rights

28.01.2007

The Telegraph says it first backed Entertainment Rights in September 2002 at 8p a share. House broker Collins Stewart has a target price on the stock of 60p, while Dresdner Kleinwort has described it as its media sector tip of the year. Buy.

[fesuvious] 04/8/2008 09:15

tipped again in moneyweek on friday.

2 weeks on the trot, first time at 5p - target 22p
second time tipped at 9p target 22p

[rochford6] 01/8/2008 09:50

53 tom, maybe there is not a lot of stock available, if this is the case then the Mm's will have to move the price up to get shares

edit - 5000 trade goes through and the price goes up, it will not take a lot of buying for this to take off

[53tom] 01/8/2008 09:42

Have had a buy in for £1000 at 8.7p for an hour now and it still has not been completed, seems odd these amounts are normally bought/sold straight away!!

[miikke] 31/7/2008 16:10

Joey, if you are a typical ERT investors this might be a very good sign for those with shares in the company; if you are thinking about too many false dawns then .....now might be the time for the change in shareholder fortunes..maybe, just maybe. Who knows?

[53tom] 31/7/2008 15:01

Hopefully an announcement about the Lone Ranger films to consolidate the improved view of the companies future.

[miikke] 31/7/2008 14:55

What next for ERT?

[rochford6] 30/7/2008 12:14

Looks like we are working with some growing media companies, hopefully this will lead to more work with them, seem to remember thier is a new Casper movie coming out later this year.

Written by Patrick Frater
Wednesday, 30 July 2008
Story Categories: Animation, Film, Finance, India,
HONG KONG – Indian animator DQ Entertainment unveiled pre-tax profits of $7.4 million for the year to March, its first annual results since listing on the London Stock Exchange in December. Figures include an exceptional gain of $4.4 million.
Adjusted profit of $3 million compares with a profit of $620,000 in 2006-07. Revenue also climbed from $15.2 million to $24.1 million.
Company, which is involved with "Ironman" (with Marvel and Method Films) and "Casper" (with Classic Media, Entertainment Rights and Moonscoop) is increasing the amount of properties it generates on its own account or with partners. In the past year it struck alliances with Pritish Nandy Communications/Sony Pictures Entertainment for a foray into live-action films, and separately with Moonscoop and Percept Pictures in the animation sector.
Chairman and CEO, Tapaas Chakravarti says that order book stands at $94.3m.
"The continued demand for our services coupled with the high levels of growth experienced within the Indian economy and the Media and Entertainment sector leaves us confident that 2008/9 will be another year of continued growth," he said in a statement.

[dubbsie] 29/7/2008 09:04

Interesting to note that in Woolworth trading statement although overall sales are down entertainment was a positive.

[dubbsie] 28/7/2008 09:40

From Sunday Telegraph

Entertainment Rights

8.70p

Questor says Buy

As Postman Pat lands on the screens of 200m Chinese children, investors are hoping that together with Jess the black and white cat, he will help deliver a turnaround in the media group's fortunes.

The £65m company has been on a difficult path this past year due to a problem with distribution before Christmas and fears that consumers are cutting back on buying DVDs and merchandise.

Last January's £107m acquisition of US group Classic Media - which owns Lassie, Casper The Friendly Ghost, and the Lone Ranger - also looks poorly timed, not just because of the slowdown in the US but also because of the deal's £15m debt element.

Last week, sentiment towards Entertainment Rights improved marginally after the group unveiled a deal to show "Uncle Postman" - as the Chinese call him - on the country's national television network. The network acquired 106 episodes of existing Postman Pat content and Entertainment Rights has secured a DVD distributor and advertising agency to help push the sale of books, cuddly toys and other consumer products in 2009.

Charles Stanley, which has a buy rating and 20p price target on the company, noted that merchandising "can be highly lucrative". It hinted such deals "pave the way for potential future upgrades".

Questor agrees the share price fall is starting to look overdone. Besides Postman Pat, Entertainment Rights owns key brands including Rupert Bear and Basil Brush. It is likely to sell the rights to some of its characters and while this won't lead to a dividend, it would help reduce the group's £108m debt.

The acquisition of Classic Media should in the long term create cross-selling opportunities around the world. For the bold, buy.

[cliley454] 28/7/2008 09:35

I'm in also, looking at what they have 20p would be a more reasonable share price
Off topic have a look at SHG. just 2.5p a share with cash alone of 6p a share. Institutions buying at 5.25p a share. Interesting info on BB. Stick it on your monitor.

[theo97] 28/7/2008 08:59

Have just bought few more in anticipation of company being recognised by wider number of potential shareholders,Postman Pat does it for me and im sure will in the emerging countries such as China

[94alexandra] 27/7/2008 18:53

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe
Rights:Worldwide TV, Video and Merchandising (excl. Toys - Mattel)
Warner Bros. and producer Joel Silver are working with Mattel to turn "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" into a live-action film.
Justin Marks is set to write the script. Silver will produce.May 2007
It may take a few years before it hits the big screen , but the earning should be great