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Most likely the company finished 2007 with good numbers, maybe records. Earnings for the fourth quarter are projected to be 72% above the fourth quarter of 2006, putting them at 98 cents a share. For the year, predictions are for $4.25, up from $2.41 in 2006. This is a company that reported 43 cents a share in 2004. Analysts predict over the next 5 years, earnings will grow at a healthy 29.5% annual average while revenues climb by 12.5% a year. Demand for BGC's products is strong across the board. Medium and high voltage markets, both domestically and abroad, are showing strength. European electric utility and electrical infrastructure will most likely show the best growth in the international division. This year alone, that unit produced a 30% increase over last year. To aid international sales, the company bought Phelps Dodge International Corp. It should put another 8 cents a share to the bottom line in the fourth quarter of 2007 and add 40 cents a share in 2008. One weak area of demand is the telecommunications market. Another is the low-voltage utility cable segment that serves the housing sector. Until housing sales increase, don't expect improvement here. Some numbers: Market cap is $3.8 billion with 52.5 million shares outstanding. There are no dividends paid. Current ssets are about 1.9 times current liabilities with almost $500 million in cash. Debt is 52% of capital. Return on Equity was 34% in 2006, predicted to be 36% in 2007 and 29% in 2008. Sales were $3.66 billion in 2006 with anticipation of $4.35 billion in 2007 and $5.85 billion in 2008. If you're looking for a stock that is well diversified, in products and markets, domestic and international, check out GBC. It's more like the picks and shovels sold in the gold rush days: a required basic to reach the promised wealth of the new digital age. - Company Web site: www.biccgeneral.com - Ted Allrich
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