Entertainment Rights Plc

We look forward to the first full year's contribution from our 2004 acquisitions; The Filmation library of classic contemporary animated programming and Tell-Tale Productions, the creative talent behind the hugely successful TweeniesTM. The integration of Filmation is complete and the successful roll-out of DVD titles for Fat AlbertTM and He-Man and the Masters of the Universe(R) in the US, reaffirms the Board's belief that 2005 will be a significant year for the library. Tell-Tale Productions' integration into the Company has beenrealised and the TweeniesTM live arena show, 'No Sleep 'Till Bedtime' has recently toured the country playing to a total audience of over 110,000. Work continues on Tell-Tale's strong and innovative development and production slate with Tell-Tale's brand new programming Fun Song Factory and BB3B enjoying ratings success on CiTV and the BBC respectively.
The Company is well positioned for long-term growth via its strategy of aggregating quality owned and third party multi-media content. Demand for our content has never been higher as the digital age transforms the global mediamarket. The Board is confident that trading remains in line with market expectations.'

This company is well positioned to go onward and upwards, a nice stock to have in your portfolio, and tell your kids a bedtime story all about your Postman Pat investment. Zzzzzz zzzzzz
Latest announcements
'13/05/2005 Postman Pat goes to the USA'
'2/07/2005 Postman Pat goes to Japan'
ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS ACQUIRES RUPERT BEAR
http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200510310700243557T.html
WWW.EntertainmentRights.com
http://www.entertainmentrights.com

driver a mate of mine bought these and they promtly dropped , on the way back now, also main tip in Feb's scsw. good luck.

jimmy b
Thanks for that jimmy you are the fist on my new thread; no Im not going to buy you a drink.

Mike Heap the chief excecutive was in the record business before and was a mate of Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) now that makes him ok in my book.

jimmy
Endless knowledge.

Doesn't look like anyones buying driver i,ll have to pop in from time to time to keep you company..JB..

Don't you just luv em.

very nice, driver. unfortunately, i don't know anything about the company, and i have no spare cash. but nice pic , anyway. you can't beat pics of farmyard fun , a cross-dressing body builder waving his big sword, uniforms , a nice pussy plus a bushy tail!!!!!!!!!!!! ooooooooooo er , missus!!!!!

Could be the new village people..

bos
Thanks for the visit I wasn't touting, you don't need to no much about the company, all you need to know is that Postman Pat has his own number plate PAT 1 so it cant be doing that bad.

mmmmmmm.......basil brush.......

wilbs
Not much to say then.

mmmmm.....little red tractor......

wilbs
mmmmm.......Thanks for the visit off you go.....

Good news again it's getting repetitive.

Entertainment Rights PLC, an independent media group specialising in children's and family programming, characters and brands, said it has signed a broadcast deal with Time Warner's HBO for Postman Pat to appear on US television.

CEO Mike Heap said the deal 'opens up considerable opportunities for the company in the significant US market.

'We are confident that the exposure Postman Pat will receive on HBO coupled with a strong off-air marketing programme will fully maximise the potential of the brand in North America,' he added.

Driver i think pat needs to make a record , that would do it.

jimmy
That would be the icing on the cake, "Im not so lonely" after all the visitors he has had on here.

I think a remake of "the only way is up" would be the one .

jimmy
That's all you ever think about.

Nice tick up today on the USA news, 50p here we come.
Well me and Pat any way.

Pat
Not a bad day after yesterdays rise.

Your slowly loosing it driver, i knew we should'nt have left you over here on your own.

jimmy
You said you would come and visit, what else am I suppose to do.

You and pat might have the last laugh here,i quite like this one but lack of funds.

jimmy
Don't forget the cat.

Pat
You are going to on the tele of 35 mln homes in the US, I will have to get you a new outfit.

Im still here driver , why dont you pop over and have a look at my new site FPA its very lonely there too, i could end up like you , except i havn't got ant characters to talk to ..

Pat OK and jimmy
Nice end to the week.

Your right driver , nice rise in this one over the last few days , get that new outfit for pat soon, maybe something Bling !

Ok driver im in,can you just keep Pat away from scandel while he's in the US no drugs, women, nightclubbing, and tell him not to hang around with that cross dressing body builder, its not good for his image..

Jimmy
Welcome aboard, Pat was a buy in yesterdays business news; basil got a mention as well, good old Basil.
The Sunday mail have a target of 50p on this, that was before the US deal.
p.s Is it this one or pcm your in on, I have lost track.

Could'nt make up my mind , but i went back and read my tipsheet scsw last Jan,,this was a buy , but you know what its like you cant have them all.

Jimmy
Got it this time, welcome aboard again like I said the other one could go either way, but they are so cheap a punter can take a position with out much damage.

Two big sells gone in.

They got no vision, or target reached.

Come on driver buy some more,couple of mil should do it, think of poor pat and the cat.

Completely out of funds 10 companies in my port, that seo news I think is going to have big implications for the good; I will email you on how to do the R/Page link.

jimmy
email sent.

Pat has arrived in the USA.

Looks like they put the background in, he could be anywhere,

No jimmy his there, well I think he is any way.

Come on Pat stop fluffing.

Found a brillient picture for you driver, but even after your email i still can't post it, im not that great with computers.

jimmy
Post the web address in the posting box and I will have a go.

No it was just something on yahoo, when it comes to pc's you have to talk to me like explaining it to an idiot.

jimmy
Hows this one, Pat with blue skies and a little bit of puff.

Come on Pat your in the us now you've got to perform, and stay off the puff.

jimmy
It's ticking up, slow but sure.

Yes i like the future for this one driver , should have got in a couple of weeks ago, all those sells and the price ticks up a quarter.

jimmy
It tends to do that quite often, strange.

See this is what worries me driver , Pat in the USA dressed in womens clothes.
This might not be good for business.

jimmy
You sure that's Pat? any way well done for getting it on.

Its Pat alright,,you may regret teaching me this LOL...

jimmy
I'm holding my breath.

that's what happens when you hang around with cross dressing super heroes!!!! poor pat.......

Spot on bosley !!

Going well today driver !

jimmy
we appear to have an intruder on our thread I can't say I recognise the name.

Just tell him it's a closed shop..

It's a closed shop bos, who ever you are!

Happy Birthday Driver.

Thanks jimmy, no pressies yet all out.

Looking at today there were 6 mil trades unknown , i was trying to work out if they were buys or sells,any idea ?? The price was smack in the middle.

trackers getting stuck in.

andyeds
Hi andy, are you in on these, because theres only me and jimmy on this thread, if you are then welcome and keep posting plenty of pic's are OK, check past posts.

driver -
I just checked the trades and you are right we dont normally see this sort of volume' 7m Trades in total.

driver / andy, can you explain sometime what you mean , re trackers , ive got an idea but would like to know more, Cheers , JB..

jimmy
RE trackers: what it means is when the M/Cap gets to a certain high or level, the tracker fund managers start to buy it, to put in there tracker funds, in some cases it is automatic i.e by computers, although in this case, as in seo you wouldnt have thought it would have much impact, because the M/Cap is only still in the small caps, but some trackers fund managers can choose a stock that they think will do well then buy it. I think I have gone round the houses a bit but that is roughly it.

I thought they wouldnt touch anything with a m/cap of less than 50 mil,so i was thinking sort of the same , thanks for that.. Maybe they have looked at this thread and seeing your pictures of Pat was the decider!!

Where's Pat gone I have been looking for him every where.

Pat's doing fine.He's hooked up with some tart in Brooklyn and gone off for a few days, but don't tell anyone it's bad for business.

driver/jimmy b,

yes, i left it a bit late after watching for a while but got in at 26.5p.

am interested in holding for a couple of years as i think the additional merchandising will lead to a serious re-rating in 2006/7 and a possible takeover.

the share price has been getting ahead of itself slightly and will pause occasionally, as it has been doing over the last week or so, but imho the SP has much further to go yet albeit at a slower pace.

regards
andy

andyeds
Totally agree Its definitely a long termer with the occasional tick up thats why we have a bit of fun on here there is not much to analyze, just watch it grow.

Respect driver!!! Basil is cool. Next CEO of SEO!!!!!!
wilbs

Another hot day in Greenvale.....

lol!! how cool does the cat look!!!!

What is pat doing with his hands?

wilbs
I see you sust-out how to do it then?

He man, who have you picked up now.

Thanks driver.

Right Pat, you leave Jess alone........

mmmmmmmmm busty, domme, redheads in tight white panties..... i think i know a website for that.......

The seo thread family.

Guess which one is ii.

Driver where's Pat gone with my money!

jimmy
Off to a US bank.

Ive had a great run with NLR the last couple of days, so the small drop today shouldn't hurt , i think it will be a while before we pick up momentum again after the recent rise.Cheers . JB..

wilbs , for some reason i can't see the pics of the seo family.

bosley sometimes when you go on the thread , they take a couple of seconds to appear..

bosley, I will try to put it on again tomorrow. I bet the suspence is killing you??????
wilbs

oh you know it is!!!!!

Just for bosley.
The seo family.

Were they your two buys just gone through driver ??

jimmy
Some big buys today and some big don't knows. ERT is on track.

driver,interesting piece on the traders thread..

Apax Partners is mulling over a bid of about 200m for Postman Pat owner Entertainment Rights. The private equity house is considering buying ER and merging it with Hit Entertainment, acquired by Apax for about 500m last month .

Jimmy: Front Page of the Financial Express
Hold on tight to the cat tomorrow Apax Partners are mulling over a bid of about 200m but Chief Executive Mike Heap insisted we are not ready to sell ert we have only just made a significant move into the US. He warns if he were ready, he would command a huge premium (I agree) there is much more potential for much more growth, and some analysts predict the price will hit a pound with in two years making the company worth about 400m
He also said that a Postman Pat movie is also on the cards.

It may tick up then tomorrow with all this good news..

It may tick up to much, I want to top up tomorrow.

I think we are going to need one of these to cart our money to the bank driver!!!

I hope this is big enough??

wilbs
You couldn't get a bigger pic next time it looks a bit small on my 19 inch.

What a start driver , i was going again but the MM'S put the price up before 8 am..Still im happy.

I still might top up at this price 200m bid puts it at about 52p I think (If it comes)

Found this on the other side diver..

Entertainment Rights PLC
20 June 2005


20 June 2005

ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS APPOINTS SENIOR US EXECUTIVE

Entertainment Rights Plc ("ER"), one of the UK's fastest-growing independent
media groups specialising in the ownership of children's and family programming,
characters and brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Hricik
* to the newly-created post of Executive Vice President and Managing Director of
the United States of America, Canada and Latin America.

Hricik, recognised as an industry expert in the children's arena both in the US
and internationally, will commence employment with ER on 4 August 2005 after a
ten-year tenure with Viacom/MTV Networks in New York and leaves the post of
Executive Vice President, International Program Enterprises for MTV, VH-1,
Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and Spike TV. During her time at Viacom she was
responsible for global TV distribution and licensing and merchandising
activities for MTV, VH1, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central. In a career spanning 30
years Hricik has worked across many areas of the television industry including
production, acquisitions, video, TV sales. Hricik previously held positions at
Orion Pictures, Metro Media TV Producers Corporation and TV Globo.

Hricik will be responsible for the strategic direction of ER's growing business
in the US as well as overseeing all of ER's television, home entertainment and
licensing and merchandising activities for the US, Canada and Latin America.

Mike Heap, CEO, Entertainment Rights commented: "I am delighted to welcome
Kathleen to the Company. North America is a key market for ER with the combined
toy and children's DVD market worth over $27 billion annually and the number of
dedicated children's channels set to grow exponentially. There are growing
opportunities for us in the US as we expand our range of business activities and
we look forward to benefiting from Kathleen's experience and creativity as she
assumes her new role."

jimmy
Thanks for that' it did say this was going to happen in the Financial Express, still havent topped up yet still thinking what about your self.

I could open a CFD , thats where the last bit of my funds are,im watching for now,,it is looking good,, i'll let you know if i do..Cheers..

Jimmy
I made a decision and topped up, average now 26p 22% up at the moment.

driver , thats a bit of a bummer dropped 1.5p, hope it stays over 30p, dont see it as a problem long term though , what with the bid speculation and the product launch in the US these will be well up by xmas..

jimmy
I had to go to bed, I was up at 4 (with only a couple of hours sleep 36c again) to go to work, I should have waited till I got up. Like you say long term I don't have a problem with it.

You can't win em all.

jimmy
Do you know any thing about this.

Who's chez ? , actually when you look at Pat he's an ugly barstard isn't he .

jimmy
Good he cost me money today.

Ticking up again this morning driver..

jimmy
yer nearly back to what I paid.

I found out where wilbs has been getting his stuff from check it out.http://www.gifs.net/animate/giflist.htm

Its a good site driver & jimmy. I hear bolsey's holiday is not going well. He's broken down again..

Some juicy buys this morning driver.

He seems to dance to anything!!!
Especialy trance.

http://www.surfmusic.de/radios/difmtrancedslfmr.htm

Even better though is:

http://www.surfmusic.de/radios/difmhtrancedslfmr.htm

wilbs
I have book-marked that link it looks good.

Jimmy
Not a bad day all round, feel better than yesterday.

Heres another good link


http://www.cavernsofblood.com/scarystuff.html

edit

Good day driver , this is one share im , not opting out of quickly (unless there's reason) i read on the other side that the bid speculation was denied, not a problem though,Pat will do a number in the USA.. Tanks for the web sites wilbs..

Tats ok.

Don't believe the denial, Apax are trying to suppress the SP, it's a perfect fit for them having just snapped up HIT.

have a look at the 7yr chart and see why it's going to get interesting if we can break through 30-32p.

also great new appointment yesterday.

Interesting point andyeds,,hope your right..

Another good start to the day , where are you driver ??

jimmy
I have only just noticed it going really well.

Just got up driver ?

jimmy
Been to work to hot, what do you recon on Pat, bid rumour?

Andyeds, may have a point, they may be not want the price pushed up, i dont know, ,however like i said yesterday this share is good news at the moment lots happening ..

I agree I can see it at a 100p may be with-in the year.

Good strong finish driver , i'm happy with that..

Very good write up in Share's mag today driver, i'm thinking of investing a little more in this one.

jimmy
Nice one, it does look like a steady eddy old share onwards and upwards, slowly and surly, I would put some more in, all my funds are out. moi looks interesting as well.
Any juicy bits you can tell me about the write up.

Here ya go guys.
Im good to you.


Private equity firm Apax
Partners is believed to be
eyeing up Entertainment Rights
(ERT), owner of Postman Pat,
to merge it with Hit
Entertainment which it
acquired last month.
Apax is said to have been
increasingly interested in
Entertainment Rights since it
announced its deal with
American network HBO to
screen the Postman Pat series.
The company is reportedly
waiting to see how
Entertainment Rights fares in
the US before making its bid.
The speculation coincides
with the group appointing a
senior US executive
responsible for the strategic
direction of Entertainment
Rights licensing and
merchandising activities
throughout the US, Canada and
Latin America.
We believe ERT is currently
at the bottom of a highly
attractive growth curve and
our forecasts do not reflect any
upside from Postman Pat in
the US, says media analyst
Roddy Davidson at Altium
Securities. For this reason we
believe that even a bid
approach struck at a material
premium to current levels is in
danger of under-representing
the groups medium-term
value.
Shares in Entertainment
Rights have risen more than
10% already on the news and
are trading at 30p.
n Shares says: ERs
potential cash generation
makes it an ideal target for
private equity.

wilbs

Did you type that out wilbs ?

Im not that good jimmy, I copied and pasted if off the shares mag online.

wilbs
Thanks, is it legal. Next time can you put it into notpad and sort it out, its a bit hard to read in a long strip.

Sorry sir, I wont let it happen again sir. Please don't filter me sir.
It must be legal, I subscribe to shares and I can view it online. Its no different to me typing it out.

I dont think the judge would look at it that way.

Wilbs Filtered !

In english: What motives do you have for your smile?

wilbs punishment time !

ARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I CAN'T TAKE THIS ANYMORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I used to live here, wish I was there now......

Wilbs how come your pictures are bigger ? what do you do.

I live here now. Spot the difference????

I don't do anything jimmy. If you are getting the pictures from google images then click on the image then click on the image again at the top of the page. Other than that I do nada...

Wilbs where is that street , ive been there.

Its Diss in Norfolk.

Why do you live there?

cos I was brought up here(not by vomit) and its a nice little place full of lovely women!!!!

Why do you ask?

Full of women ?

I think moi need a pic can you oblige.

Heres Thora Hickford, shes a cracker.

wilbs
Not on here, on moi.

jimmy
Was that your 500000, or just the 91 for today

91 , i don't mess around . wilbs she's nice can you fix me up, looks a bit like Rachel Stevens.

AQUILO (AQL)going to 6p!

Fact time. AQL results are due out by 30 June, The results are forecast to be better than the directors have indicated. The share price is now rising from its lows and this is about to bounce up. get in quick before you miss this great chance at making some money. its my opinion but if I were you I would buy some now,

6p is the short term target and longer term my target is 10p. The price has not fallen below 2p for a very long time so the downwards risk is very small.

The sp is up again today and will continue toward the 6p level before resting. Its my opinion but is easy money


IMHO

This is bernie weston, he won an award for his sausages.

wilbs i used to work in your area, nice part of the country, also my sister lives just outside Norwich.

Looks very exciting so far !!

Ramper alert, ramper alert, ramper alert. GO BACK TO ADVFN!!!!

Where does you sister live jimmy? South of norwich or north? You will prob say east or west now!!! It is a nice place.

GO AWAY RAMPER!!!!!!

Horstead, about 10 miles north.

I know horstead, its on the A140 cromer road I think.

Possible buying oppurtunity coming up if offer reaches 30p?

Yes ive been waiting to top up, today may be the time.

jimmy
edited the header, not bad?

Very good driver ,,looks like we'll be finishing the day as we started,,that's ok,, this is a steady eddy, i need at least one share that does'nt give me a heart attack every five minutes.

Hey, driver, you diddn't tell us Pat was away in London??

Has he gone for a transfer to London??

He is just seeing the sites before he goes to the US.

Looks like he is having a BBQ before he goes.

How is he getting to london driver???

He must be flying???

Just seen this on the web, thought you may wanna see it.

Entertainment Rights: Price now 30p, up 118%.
A LANDMARK deal last month with media giant Time Warner to broadcast programmes featuring Postman Pat has raised hopes that Entertainment Rights' children's characters can crack the key US market. Pat will launch on a US pay-TV service in September, giving him access to 35 million American homes. A big marketing push on the back of the Time Warner deal should silence critics, who suggest that Pat and the quintessentially English village of Greendale where he plies his trade, might not transfer well to the US. The 489 million sale of rival HIT Entertainment, which owns Bob The Builder, has also buoyed the shares.

http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/news/columnists/article.html?in_article_id=401722&in_page_id=19&in_author_id=1822

wilbs
Thanks for that, also a mention in this weeks financial mail with a nice picture of Pat.

Blue skies Pat well done.

driver, check out the moneyam golf page. I have done a running commentry on the golf day.

Some big buys today, doing well.

Happy in this one driver ,this is going places, .

T

Pat's being a bit of a knob today..

SEO's been a knob for two weeks.

That's cause SEO is a knob at the moment, as soon as they start selling lot of machines,,and raking in the money it will all happen , every things happening for Pat now and you still can't please him .

Pat's going on tv (on the disney channel) in Japan

Messed up trying to paste that , i'm still a bit confused with this new bb..i'm sure you know about the below driver as it's on moneyam news , but i'll put it here for the benefit of others. More good news ,,so come on Pat get moving !

Entertainment Rights PLC
05 July 2005


5 July 2005

POSTMAN PAT(R) TO LAUNCH IN JAPAN ON DISNEY CHANNEL


Entertainment Rights ('ER'), one of the UK's fastest-growing independent media
groups specialising in the ownership of children's and family programming,
characters and brands, has secured an agreement with Buena Vista International
Inc to air Postman Pat(R) on Disney Channel in Japan, the world's second largest
toy market.


Postman Pat(R) will launch in Japan in April 2006 after Buena Vista
International Inc licensed 80 X 15 minute episodes plus 4 Specials for their
cable and satellite channel, Disney Channel.


The licensing of Postman Pat(R) to appear on Disney Channel follows the recent
agreement between ER and Time Warner for Postman Pat(R) to appear on HBO Family
channel in the US. These deals represent a major step in the global expansion of
the Postman Pat(R) brand and the achievement of two of ER's key goals for 2005.
These broadcast agreements offer ER significant opportunities in the world's two
largest toy markets with the value of the toys and games market in Japan
estimated at Y1022 billion annually (approx. US$9.7 billion) and the US at $33
billion annually.


ER is developing a comprehensive consumer products programme for
pre-school favourite Postman Pat(R) in Japan and will commence full brand
roll-out in the territory in 2006.


Commenting on Postman Pat(R)'s expansion into Japan, Mike Heap, CEO,
Entertainment Rights said:


'Securing such a prestigious broadcast platform as Disney Channel in Japan for
Postman Pat is a landmark achievement for both ER and the Postman Pat brand.
Japan is a key territory for ER and this agreement opens up significant
opportunities for the Company in the world's second largest toy market. Coupled
with the recent licensing of Postman Pat to Time Warner's HBO Family channel in
the US, this deal confirms the character's global appeal and offers major
licensing opportunities.'


-Ends-

Looks like any bid for ERT will have to be in the 45p-50p region now.

Morning Driver - thought I would come and join you on this threa with a modest investment. Seems like I may have missed the real action over the last couple of months - but the future looks rosy

Baza

jimmy
Thanks for that, just got in from work, excellent news again for pat and seo onward and upwards as we keep saying.
Welcome aboard baz as you can see if you look back at the thread, you have to get into kids mode on here that's how we like it. a jimmy.

Pats looking a bit strange these days.

He thinks it's funny.

AL
Sorry it was pcm you got the other day not this one, shame.

Nice tick up today driver, the story just gets better.

jimmy
And even baza has joined us, it gets better evey day

Yes welcome baza..

Directors have been buying a shedload.

Ive revised my takeout price to 55-60p

Good news , but i wouldn't say 90,000 between two directors is shedloads.

oscar
jimmy's got more than that.

LOL driver ,i heard you bought the company !! thats why you've been ramping,,something i would never do ..20 by the end of the week ..DYOR..

jimmy
Ramp what is this word, I will have to ask ii

Just in case any one missed this, the Toy market in Japan is at 5.5b and the US it's $33b. This is where ERT will be tapping into, this is where the big money will be coming from.

I can't wait !!

Pat took a bit of a pounding today but made a strong recovery,,good to hear you got home ok driver,,Pat needs you .

Lets have a picnic.

Entertainment Rights secures deal in US for He-Man release in new format
AFX


LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC said it has secured a deal in which He-Man will be the first-ever classic animated series to be released in Universal Media Disc ('UMD') format in the US.

UMD and PSP technology allows owners to play games, watch movies and listen to music on a handheld device. The PSP player immediately sold out on launch in

both America and Japan.

Baza

He-Man, and his army of investors.

That's me up front driver.. the good news just keeps coming, should give the sp a lift soon ?

Very low volumes today, the calm before the storm; I feel an announcement just around the corner.

With all the recent good news you would think it would tick up. C 'mon Pat get going..

woops posted twice

Whats going on Pat, pull your socks up.

driver, whats happened to Pat , i sold just before the drop (luck), but i'm thinking it could be worth getting back in.

jimmy
Have you turned into a trader seo, now ert its gone down because punters are selling. I hold sheres for years not five minutes.

Driver i havn't turned in to a trader, i more invest for the momentum,,ive never been a long term investor..As for SEO i sold one lot at 28p and another at 22p , and as ive said when they sell machines i will be back maybe for a whole year ,who knows, but in my book i did the right thing,,the fact was it was going down and i don't agree with some people's take on it ,,i'm here day in day out to make money..
A day trader im not but if it makes me more money to get out and back in then thats what i will do..ERT was stagnent for some time , so i sold it....

jimmy
blimmy jimmy keep your pants on, I will wecome you back when you do, you know that.

That's good , glad your not working with all these problems in London...

driver, with all that's going on , do you think you will ever be going back? scary stuff.

bos
I have been sighed of for two months thats a start.

driver, i dont know if this is old news but i've just read that ert are getting majority stake in rupert the bear. (sunday times)

bos
Thanks for that, no I haven't heard about rupert the bear, may give the sp a lift.

Watch this space.
The Observer | Special reports | For the record

Last week's Media Diary stated that Richard Desmond had agreed a licensing agreement with Entertainment Rights in relation to Rupert the Bear. We have been informed that Express Newspapers have been talking to a number of licensing companies including Entertainment Rights for some time, but a decision has not yet been made.

Rupert the Bear

The check-trousered bear started life as a cartoon strip in the Daily Express in 1920, making him older than Winnie the Pooh and Mickey Mouse. The Rupert annual, published by Pedigree Books, is the third highest-selling book of its type in Britain and 50 million Rupert books have been sold worldwide, generating annual revenue estimated at 12m. A syndicated television series is shown in 28 countries and Sir Paul McCartney is rumoured to be planning a feature film.

A good buying opportunity coming up, with all the latest deals done US, Japan, and He-Man with a possible Rupert the bear joining the ranks.

Your right driver,,getting another hammering today , i'm watching , this will end up at bargain prices...

Nice finish.

POSTMAN PAT AND MACLEANS MILK TEETH TOOTHPASTE DELIVER A BRIGHT SMILE TO UK CHILDREN
Childrens favourite Postman Pat and Macleans Milk Teeth toothpaste will be delivering a bright smile to children everywhere, after Entertainment Rights Plc (ER) a leading UK independent media group specialising in the ownership of childrens and family programming, characters and brands agreed a deal with GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare (GSK) for Postman Pat to appear on tubes of Macleans Milk Teeth toothpaste from Summer 2005.

has'nt brought a bright smile to my face , i missed the bottom it's off again !!

Some one likes ert 616k buy today.

Postman Pat Postman Pat

driver , am i right in saying they have interims this week ??

jimmy
checking

jimmy
Yes, I think tomorrow should be positive.

Thanks i'll be watching, they have gone a bit stale of late..

Entertainment Rights PLC
26 September 2005



Entertainment Rights Plc ('ER')
Interim Results for the six months ended 30 June 2005

Highlights:


Turnover increased by 37% to 12.4m (2004: 9.1m)


EBITDA increased by 46% to 3.3m (2004: 2.2m)


Operating profit increased 56% to 1.2m (2004: 0.8m)


Operating profit excluding assets held for sale increased by 89% to
1.5m (2004: 0.8m)

Underlying profit after tax excluding assets held for sale increased by
111% to 0.9m (2004: 0.4m)


Basic earnings per share excluding assets held for sale increased by 45%
to 0.16p (2004: 0.11p)


International expansion into the world's largest markets


Double digit growth from all business operations

Rod Bransgrove, Chairman, Entertainment Rights Plc commented:

'Entertainment Rights ('ER') has again delivered a strong set of results for the
six months ended 30 June 2005 with revenues increasing by 37% to 12.4m and
underlying profit after tax excluding assets held for sale increasing by 111% to
0.9m.

The first six months of 2005 has been a significant period for Entertainment
Rights with the Group delivering on key objectives, most importantly, securing
broadcast platforms for Postman Pat(R) in the US with Time Warner's HBO and with
Disney in Japan. Placing Postman Pat(R) on these prestigious broadcast platforms
in the world's two largest toy markets represents a considerable milestone for
the brand and offers the Company significant opportunities in two of the world's
largest economies. We plan to build on the awareness of the Postman Pat(R) brand
in the US and Japan by launching toy lines supported by consumer products
roll-out throughout 2006 and beyond.

Our formidable record of producing top quality children's and family programming
coupled with our strong commercial relationships with the world's leading
broadcasters and consumer products partners consolidates ER's position as a
leading global children's and family media business.'

Enquiries:

Entertainment Rights Plc
Mike Heap, CEO 020 8762 6200
Elizabeth Gaines, Finance Director
Liz Morris, Head of PR

Bell Pottinger Corporate & Financial
David Rydell/Nick Lambert 020 7861 3232





CHIEF EXECUTIVE'S REVIEW

Entertainment Rights has fulfilled several key commercial objectives in the
first half of this year. The placement of Postman Pat(R) on premier broadcast
platforms in the US and Japan offers ER significant opportunities in these major
markets both for the brand and the Group.

ER owns and represents some of the strongest brands in the children's and family
market and the appeal of our broad portfolio is reflected in the Company's
strong global performance, evidenced by double digit growth from all business
operations.

Financial Performance

This half year is the first period Entertainment Rights has reported under
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Further details can be found
in our separate announcement released today. All figures used throughout this
results announcement are reported under IFRS.

As at 30 June 2005 the assets of Siriol Productions Ltd were held for sale as
these were considered non-core to the business. The disposal of these assets was
completed on 20 July 2005.

6 months ended 30 June

m Ongoing Operations Total Group
2005 2004 2005 2004
Total Turnover 12.4 8.2 12.4 9.1
EBITDA 3.5 2.2 3.3 2.2
Operating profit 1.5 0.8 1.2 0.8
Underlying* profit before tax 0.9 0.4 0.6 0.4
Profit after tax 0.7 0.4 0.3 0.3
Underlying* EPS 0.21p 0.13p 0.13p 0.12p
Basic EPS 0.16p 0.11p 0.08p 0.10p

*Underlying profit excludes the impact of the interest rate swap (IAS 32/39) and
the charge for the cost of share options (IFRS2)

The Group has performed strongly in the first six months of 2005 with
considerable growth in turnover and profitability.

Turnover for the period is 12.4m, an increase of 52% on the first half of 2004
(excluding assets held for sale). Operating profit excluding assets held for
sale increased by 89% to 1.5m. This increase reflects the success of our high
margin owned brands combined with careful management of operating costs. EBITDA
excluding assets held for sale increased by 59% to 3.5m (2004: 2.2m).

The Group continues to utilise tax losses brought forward where possible,
resulting in a tax charge of 26k for the period.

Operating cash inflow for the first half of 2005 was 4.5m (2004: 3.6m).

Net debt for the Group at 30 June 2005 was 19.6m (31 December 2004: 19.4m).



OPERATING REVIEW

Television

Television distribution is a core activity for the Group and ER is committed to
producing and distributing new and innovative programming to supply the
increasing demands of broadcasters worldwide. These demands reflect the global
trend of increased television penetration and the continuing emergence of new
children's broadcast platforms, including ITV's new children's channel which is
expected to launch in the UK in the next six months. There are currently in
excess of 400 dedicated children's channels around the world, 24 of which
operate in the UK.

Revenue from television distribution increased by 74% in the first six months of
2005, reflecting the benefits of our extensive digital library of children's and
family programming. ER is the UK's largest independent supplier of children's
and family programming with a library currently standing at 1,800 hours.

Leading industry publication, Broadcast, in its September 2005 Report on UK
Distributors recognises ER as the UK's leading supplier of children's
programming.

Postman Pat(R) launched on Time Warner's HBO in the US earlier this month and
will launch on Buena Vista International's Disney channel in Japan in April
2006. The new series of Little Red TractorTM has sold to over 120 countries to
date and will launch on leading children's channel Kika in Germany, the number 1
European market, in October 2005. Little Red Tractor(R) is performing
particularly well in Scandinavia where it is a leading pre-school property.

The Filmation library of classic contemporary characters continues to generate
revenues around the world. He-Man and the Masters of the UniverseTM has launched
on Cartoon Network in Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East, She-Ra:
Princess of Power, Fat AlbertTM and He-Man and the Masters of the UniverseTM are
currently broadcasting on Cartoon Network in Latin America. BraveStarrTM has
been licensed to Ma Planete in France and PinocchioTM will also air in France
following an agreement with TPS Jeunesse.

ER's leading position in the UK is evidenced by our long established
relationships with UK broadcasters including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Five.
ER currently has 20 programmes under license to the BBC. Postman Pat(R)
continues to air on the BBC and CBeebies in the UK, with 88 Postman Pat(R)
episodes licenced and the broadcast platform secured beyond 2010. Other ER shows
broadcasting on the BBC include The Basil Brush Show(R), Little Red TractorTM,
BB3BTM and Boo!TM. Fun Song FactoryTM is broadcast on CiTV and GMTV1, TitchTM is
currently airing on Five and CubeezTM, InukTM, Grabbit RabbitTM and Treacle
PeopleTM are all currently appearing on Channel 4.

Third party programming continues to perform strongly, particularly Hasbro
titles TransformersTM, Duel MastersTM and B-DamanTM following a pan-European
broadcast commitment from Turner Broadcasting System Europe to air these series
on Cartoon Network. Mattel's Barbie(R), including new titles BarbieTM Fairytopia
and BarbieTM and the Magic of Pegasus, has also performed strongly with sales to
over 120 territories to-date.

Licensing and Merchandising

Group revenue from licensing and merchandising increased by 124% in the first
half of the year reflecting consumer appeal for ER's brands. We expect this
growth to be enhanced further in the medium to long term following the strategic
roll-out of consumer products in the key territories of the US and Japan.

Postman Pat(R) licensing revenues increased 140% during the first six months of
2005. Following an agreement with GlaxoSmithKline, Postman Pat(R) appeared on
circa 1 million tubes of Macleans(R) Milk Teeth toothpaste, evidencing Postman
Pat(R)'s significant position in the UK market. A groundbreaking deal with
leading playground designer and manufacturer, Wicksteed Leisure, will see
Postman Pat(R) themed playgrounds appearing in local nurseries, playgrounds and
leisure centres from Summer 2006. Postman Pat(R) is also the 2005 face of
children's charity Jeans for Genes and will be headlining a national campaign to
nursery schools, with over 25,000 mailers and activity packs being distributed
to nurseries throughout the UK. These and other initiatives executed by ER
demonstrate the broad consumer appeal of the reinvigorated Postman Pat(R) brand
which is firmly established as a leading pre-school brand with UK retailers and
consumers alike.

Little Red TractorTM continues to capitalise on its strong publishing base with
over 250,000 books sold to-date through ER's publishing partner, Ladybird. ER
has appointed leading European licensing agency, Copyright Promotions in
Germany, Switzerland and Austria and a deal has already been concluded with
market leader United Labels for a range of Little Red TractorTM apparel and
giftware. Germany is the world's third largest economy and licensed merchandise
sales in the German speaking region are worth 2.6 billion annually. Product
will roll-out in the region following the October television launch of Little
Red TractorTM on leading children's channel, Kika.

The TweeniesTM continues to be a force in the children's arena with over 2
million viewers tuning into the television series every week on BBC One and
CBeebies. Produced by ER's Tell-Tale Productions for the BBC, the 2005 live
arena tour entitled 'No Sleep 'Til Bedtime' played to a total audience of
125,000. New TweeniesTM product is performing strongly at retail with further
toy lines being released in the lead up to Christmas 2005.

Camberwick Green's Windy Miller is currently starring in a major national
television and print advertising campaign for PepsiCo's Quaker oats. As a result
of ER's success in exploiting Trumptonshire, ER's agreement to represent this
third party brand has been extended for a further five years.

Christmas 2005 will see Postman Pat(R), Jess the CatTM, The TweeniesTM and Boo!
TM appearing alongside other CBeebies characters when they star in CBeebies
Live! This Tell-Tale production for the BBC will be a major live arena tour
visiting 7 key UK cities between December 2005 and January 2006.

Home Entertainment

ER's revenue from home entertainment increased by 15% in the first six months of
2005. This was achieved against a backdrop of a challenging retail environment
in the UK. In conjunction with Postman Pat(R)'s support of Jeans for Genes, a
brand new Postman Pat(R) DVD/VHS title is released today. This partnership with
Jeans for Genes has provided new opportunities for the brand including key
retailer Matalan selling Postman Pat(R) DVDs for the first time.

Right Entertainment has long term distribution rights to Mattel's Barbie film
franchise which currently comprises 6 titles. BarbieTM FairytopiaTM was released
in March 2005 and a brand new title, BarbieTM and the Magic of Pegasus, will be
released in October. Combined Barbie(R) UK and international DVD and VHS sales
through Right Entertainment have exceeded 10.6 million units to-date across five
titles.

Demand for the Filmation library of classic contemporary characters continues
and DVD partners have been secured for Fat AlbertTM and He-Man and the Masters
of the UniverseTM in the US and Australia. Fat AlbertTM DVDs were released in
the US to coincide with the major motion picture release by Twentieth Century
Fox of the Fat AlbertTM movie in December 2004. ER has appointed Megaliner as
its video partner in Russia for He-Man and the Masters of the UniverseTM and RBA
as its video partner for the brand in Spain. ER has also appointed Allright as
its video partner for the ZorroTM brand in France.

Recognising the underlying value of ER's music catalogue, BMG Music Publishing,
the world's largest music publisher, has secured the global music publishing
rights to ER's music catalogue. In a separate deal Sony BMG recently released a
children's CD and DVD compilation album entitled 'Playtime!' featuring ER
characters Postman Pat(R), Basil Brush(R) and Little Red TractorTM. This unique
offering reflects the strength of these brands across all aspects of home
entertainment.

New Media

The advent of global digitisation is an exciting opportunity for ER. The Group's
programming, characters and brands represent ideal content for the fast moving
digital market, transcending traditional distribution channels.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe(R) is the first ever classic animated
series to be released on PlayStation Portable's ('PSP') Universal Media Disc
('UMD') in the US following the recent agreement with BCI Navarre. PSP was
launched in the US in March 2005 and although a relatively new medium, 5.7
million PSP consoles have already been shipped worldwide with the US taking
delivery of 2.7 million consoles and 3.3 million UMD units to-date.

ER has recently concluded a deal with leading US multimedia content supplier
American Greetings Interactive for Fat Albert mobile and Instant Messaging
content. The agreement will see Fat Albert ringtones, wallpaper, and
animated IM content available in the US market from Autumn 2005.

Postman Pat(R) and Little Red TractorTM games and software are currently in
development following ER's agreement with Bright Things for their pre-school
games console. In addition, Basil Brush(R)'s brand new computer game from Fifth
Dimension will be launched in the UK in Spring 2006.

ER is taking full advantage of the digital landscape and we continue to explore
and exploit opportunities for our highly relevant brands in this rapidly
expanding market by leveraging our valuable content across a multitude of media
platforms.

Outlook

The progress of the Group in the first six months of the year has been
significant and builds on the strategic positioning of ER following the
acquisitions of the Filmation library and Tell-Tale Productions in 2004. The
securing of key broadcast platforms for Postman Pat(R) in both the US and Japan
represents a significant achievement for the Company as we continue to expand
our portfolio of characters and brands internationally.

Our focus is to continue to build the global presence of all of our brands and
to maximise exploitation opportunities for our significant library across all
media, existing and new. Content is, and will continue to be, the core to the
success of the ever increasing number of global entertainment platforms and in
this dynamic digital media environment, ER is ideally positioned as a key
content owner and supplier.

We have enjoyed a strong first half and current trading continues in line with
market expectations. ER remains focused on delivering long term value for its
shareholders.

In conclusion, I would like to recognise the diligence, hard work and enthusiasm
of all our staff in delivering another strong set of results.


Mike Heap
CEO

What a cracking set of results

baza
Thanks for posting the results, as expected double-digit growth, onward and upward at a nice steady pace.

1m buy just gone through that should move the sp or at least under line it.

Whats up pat you got a headache, and only this a couple of days ago.

Entertainment Rights delivers strong H1 results
AFX


LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC said first half pretax profit rose to 358 mln stg from 309 mln a year earlier and said it is continuing to build on the success of the Postman Pat brand.

'We plan to build on the awareness of the Postman Pat brand in the US and Japan by launching toy lines supported by consumer products roll-out throughout 2006 and beyond,' it said.

Entertainment Rights said underlying pretax profit excluding assets held for sale increased 111 pct to 900,000 stg from 400,000 stg, while underlying pretax profit excluding the impact of interest rate swaps and charges for the cost of share options rose to 600,000 stg from 400,000 a year earlier last time.

Turnover increased 37 pct to 12.4 mln stg from 9.1 mln.

'We have enjoyed a strong first half and current trading continues in line with market expectations. ER remains focused on delivering long-term value for its shareholders,' said the group.

The results were prepared for the first time using IFRS accounting.

newsdesk@afxnews.com

How ungrateful can you get,, i warned you (driver) not to let Pat go to the USA .
All that running around in womens clothes and hanging out with transvestites..

jimmy
Pat will get over his headache this is a nice long termer look at the results, keep an eye on it and get back in some day.

Entertainment Rights PLC
17 October 2005


ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS AGREES THREE MOVIE DEAL WITH MATTEL

Entertainment Rights Plc ('ER'), one of the UK's leading independent media
groups is pleased to announce an agreement with Mattel Inc for the home
entertainment and television distribution rights to the next three animated
Barbie(R) feature-length movies, bringing the total number of Barbie(R) films
distributed by ER to nine.

The three titles will be released in the UK on DVD and video throughout 2006
through ER's home entertainment label, Right Entertainment. ER has also secured
certain international television rights (excluding USA) to the films.

This agreement follows ER's success as the distributor of Mattel's previous
Barbie(R) films, including Barbie(TM) in the Nutcracker, Barbie(TM) as Rapunzel,
Barbie(TM) of Swan Lake, Barbie(TM) as the Princess and the Pauper and
Barbie(TM) FairytopiaTM. Home entertainment sales through Right Entertainment
have exceeded 10.6 million units and six titles have been sold by ER to leading
broadcasters in more than 80 countries.

In March 2005, ER announced the release of the brand new Barbie(R) feature film,
Barbie(TM) and the Magic of Pegasus, which will be released on DVD and VHS in
the UK on 17 October 2005.

The first title to be released in 2006 under this new agreement as part of the
three movie deal will be Barbie(TM) Diaries. Barbie(TM) Diaries represents a new
phase in the Barbie(R) film franchise as for the first time Barbie(R) plays
herself as a suburban teenager at high school. Barbie(TM) Mermaidia, will also
be released in 2006 as will a third title which follows on from the Barbie(R)
Princess series of movies.
Mike Heap, Chief Executive, Entertainment Rights commented:

'We are delighted to be partnering with Mattel, who have shown unprecedented
confidence in ER with this new agreement for the next three Barbie movies,
bringing the total number of Barbie titles distributed by ER to nine. The
success of the previous Barbie titles is a testament to the high quality films
coupled with the expertise of ER's International Sales team and Home
Entertainment Division. I am in no doubt that these brand new movies will
emulate the success of the previous Barbie titles and will be loved by girls
around the globe.'

-Ends-

One of the new films is Diaries Barbie that could be reveling.
Home entertainment sales through Right Entertainment have exceeded 10.6 million units, so with an extra three films we could expect an extra 5m units, a nice revenue earner.

I cannot see the reason for the resent price fall in the sp, what with xmas coming and all the good news this year, more news out today below, and the sp is now back up.

LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC said it has renewed its licensing agreement for Martin Yaffe Ltd to represent the Postman Pat brand as Master Toy Licensee for the UK and Ireland through to 2009.

Postman Pat toys will continue to be produced under Yaffe's Born to Play brand alongside other key pre-school brands including The Tweenies.

newsdesk@afxnews.com

hello driver. not seen you for a while. are you alright?

bos
Yes thanks bos I'm fine, just keeping my head down at the moment I'm out at the moment on the you know who stock, it was doing my head in I may get back in at the right price it could go either way.

Entertainment Rights pays Express Newspapers 6 mln stg for Rupert Bear

LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC said it has paid Express Newspapers 6 mln stg for a majority interest in Rupert Bear, who first appeared in 1920 in the story 'Little Bear Lost'.

As well as audio visual, licensing and merchandising, publishing, live events and new media rights to Rupert Bear, Entertainment Rights said it can also produce new Rupert Bear programming in all formats and genres.

Express retains a minority interest in Rupert Bear of 33.33 pct plus the right to publish Rupert Bear comic strips in certain Express publications.

Entertainment Rights said it financed the purchase with a new facility negotiated with its principal banker, Bank of Scotland.

A new Rupert Bear television series is currently in development and ER said it will be implementing a full consumer products campaign and DVD release programme for the brand.
newsdesk@afxnews.com

See Full RNS
http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200510310700243557T.html

Good news from ERT.

Mike Heap, CEO, Entertainment Rights Plc commented:

'We are absolutely delighted by the addition of Rupert Bear to our stable of
global children's brands. Whilst Rupert will retain his distinctive look and
character and will maintain his existing friendships, he will be joined in
Nutwood by a brand new cast of characters. This is a significant deal for ER and
we are delighted to conclude this agreement with Express. ER's track record and
expertise in building brands makes ER a natural home for Rupert. I have no doubt
that Rupert Bear will continue to delight generations of children around the
world.'

Nice to see a steady rise in the sp, since the arrival of Rupert.

Two big buys today totaling 1m plus., xmas is coming.

Postman Pat Lights Up Hamleys

On Saturday 5th November Postman Pat officially turned on Hamleys Christmas lights, at their flagship Regent Street store alongside the all-star West-End cast of Scrooge the musical. On the same day the Regent Street Lights were illuminated and to celebrate all this festive fun Regent Street came to a stand still with top entertainment from the Sugar Babes and Lee Ryan as well as stalls, giant screens and other activities for the whole family to enjoy.
http://www.entertainmentrights.com/news/archive/november/pathamleys

The drop today is the last Sun/Mail telling its readers to take profits, not very wise after just adding the addition of Rupert Bear to the stable of global children's brands. This share has a long way to go yet.

Nice little tick up today Pat.

Play with Postman Pat.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/funandgames/postman_pat.shtml

Nice little tick up today.

Entertainment Rights PLC
09 December 2005

Entertainment Rights Plc (the 'Company')
Appointment of Joint Financial Adviser and Corporate Broker

The Company is pleased to announce that it has appointed Altium Capital Limited
as its joint financial adviser and stockbroker alongside its existing adviser,
Collins Stewart. The appointment is with immediate effect.

Enquiries:
Bell Pottinger Corporate & Financial
David Rydell/Sarah Landgrebe 020 7861 3232
Entertainment Rights PLC
Elizabeth Gaines, Finance Director 020 8762 6200
Altium Capital Limited
Garry Levin 020 7484 4040

Postman Pat is steaming ahead today.

After todays activity there could be a bid coming.

I hope so Driver, this has been a boring share to hold for the past few months.

Frampton
The share may be a bit boring but this board isn't.

You're right Driver, anyhow at least I'm in profit which is more than I can say for some of my more "interesting" (volatile) shares.

More good news from ERT.
Entertainment Rights PLC
20 December 2005

20 December 2005

ITV COMMISSIONS NEW FLAGSHIP PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMME FROM ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS

Entertainment Rights Plc ('ER'), one of the UK's leading independent media
groups specialising in children's and family programming, characters and brands,
today announces that leading UK broadcaster, ITV has secured the UK broadcast
rights to ER's brand new television series Jim Jam & Sunny. ITV has commissioned
ER to produce 260 x 11 minute episodes to appear both on ITV1 and its new
dedicated children's digital channel, CiTV. ER owns all rights worldwide in
perpetuity to the Jim Jam & Sunny brand.

This agreement represents a significant programming commitment from ITV which is
positioning Jim Jam & Sunny as the flagship live-action children's show on ITV1
and the CiTV channel. Terrestrial broadcast on ITV1 is due to commence from
Autumn 2006 and Jim Jam & Sunny will also be rolled-out on the new CiTV channel
where it will air daily. CiTV can be accessed by over 6 million viewers on
Freeview, where it will be the only free-to-air commercial channel, as well as
on all the main digital television platforms in the UK - Sky, Telewest and NTL
Cable. This multi broadcast platform gives Jim Jam & Sunny maximum audience
exposure.

Jim Jam & Sunny will be produced by ER's wholly owned subsidiary, Tell-Tale
Productions ('Tell-Tale'). Acquired by ER in September 2004, Tell-Tale has an
enviable track record in producing internationally successful children's
programming. Tell-Tale produced the biggest ever pre-school commission with the
phenomenally successful Tweenies. Jim Jam & Sunny's live action format will
utilise this production expertise and will feature an ambitious life-sized set
with specialised animatronics and digital technology creating an innovative and
groundbreaking look. Each episode consists of a collection of interactive
stories, activities, songs, animated segments and games that can be tailored for
specific audiences, time slots and media platforms creating maximum exploitation
adaptability in the new digital media world.

Jim Jam & Sunny will commence production in early 2006 and ER will launch a full
consumer products campaign, online campaign and DVD release programme for the
brand based on this key broadcast platform. Jim Jam & Sunny will launch
internationally at international television market MIP TV in April 2006.

Mike Heap, CEO of Entertainment Rights said:

'Jim Jam & Sunny is one of the first new shows to be commissioned by ITV for
both CiTV and ITV1. We are delighted to be partnering with ITV following their
increased commitment to children's programming and the exciting launch of their
stand alone, dedicated children's digital channel, CiTV. Jim Jam & Sunny is a
multidimensional brand with application across a whole range of global
multimedia platforms beyond television which include interactive, music
downloads and games, live events and hand held devices. We have no doubt that
this ground-breaking pre-school show will engage generations of children around
the world.'

-Ends-

Another tick up today looking good for 2006.

I'm here, Driver, I'm here!!!
Other than my hols I have actually been watching this one (I also watch Postman Pat and am a member of the Jess fan club).
I was a little sceptical at first of this one but my interest has been renewed since getting back. Looking at the trend, I think this is one where I will try to get in soon on any sign of weakness in the sp, and I regret not having got in earlier when you drew my attention to it!! ERT have apparantly now done the one thing that can make mega bucks in this field, and got a merchandisible series in Jim Jam & Sunny. Something I was never convinced Postman Pat could be.
A good tip, an entertaining thread, and a gentleman of a host. What else could I desire!!

Al
Cheers Al, also take a look at cct, cct may out do ert in 2006 you better get both.

Wilco, over and out.

Gonna sit that one out, Driver. Looks a bit like its peaked for a while. Might put it on my watchlist for the second half of the year, as this sort of company should rise at the back end of the year on Christmas anticipation.
Best of luck to you, Andy and any others who are aboard but I don't think this ones for me, though I still hope you all make a killing.
Alan

Driver,
Just been doing a bit more DYOR on ERT.
Doesn't the p/e ratio scare you just a tad???
Alan

I think Pats feeling a bit poorly today he hasnt done his round.

It'll be the weather, Driver. It's bloody freezing out there.
Alan

Al
Re Doesn't the p/e ratio scare you just a tad???

In general, a high P/E suggests that investors are expecting higher earnings growth in the future compared to companies with a lower P/E. However, the P/E ratio doesn't tell us the whole story itself. It's usually more useful to compare the P/E ratios of one company to other companies in the same industry, or to the market in general, or against the company's own historical P/E. It would not be useful for investors using the P/E ratio as a basis for their investment to compare the P/E of a technology company (high P/E) to a utility company (low P/E) as each industry has much different growth prospects.

Im still none the wiser.

I hated PE at school

Basil Brush is the Strongest Link!

Basil Brush was the strongest link on the Weakest Link panto special on Saturday 10th December.

Basil beat off stiff opposition from panto favourites including Christopher Biggins, Warwick Davies and Amanda Barrie to win 10,900 for the Blue Peter Treasure Trail Appeal.



Good old Basil.

Driver,
I'm not sure but I think medication and a lie down in a darkened room is possibly called for here.
Alan

Al ,,,Driver takes Pat and his friends very seriously .

Thanks jimmy.

driver. looks like pat's not quite as nice as you thought. ;)

just seen this, don't know if it's old news.

Postman Pat to deliver in Japan Jul 6 2005




Daily Post


POSTMAN Pat was yesterday set to embark on one of his biggest delivery rounds yet after his owner announced plans to send him to Japan.

Entertainment Rights said it had signed a deal with Buena Vista International to air shows featuring Pat and the rest of Greendale's residents on the Disney Channel in Japan.

The news comes less than a month after a similar agreement was clinched in the United States and sent shares in Entertainment Rights 5% higher.

Yesterday's deal gives Postman Pat access to the world's second largest toy market and includes 80

15-minute episodes as well as four special programmes for cable and satellite.

The Japanese toy market is worth around 5.5bn a year, behind that of the US which is estimated at 18.8bn.


Postman Pat is now watched by around a million viewers every day across the world.

Oh dear ,that's not good for Pat's wholesome image .

postman glitter!!! don't think much of the new uniform , though !!

bos
Yes thanks bos it is old news but nice to read again.

Entertainment Rights PLC
09 January 2006




FIVE COMMISSIONS NEW RUPERT BEAR(R) ANIMATION SERIES FROM ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS

Entertainment Rights Plc ('ER'), one of the UK's leading independent media
groups specialising in the ownership of children's and family programming,
characters and brands announces today that leading UK broadcaster, Five has
secured the UK broadcast rights to ER's brand new animated television series,
Rupert(R) and Friends. Five has commissioned ER to produce 52 x 10 minute
episodes of Rupert(R) and Friends to appear on Five from Autumn 2006.

This agreement follows ER's acquisition of the controlling rights to Rupert Bear
(R) from Express Newspapers ('Express') in October 2005. Under the terms of the
agreement, ER acquired worldwide in perpetuity all audio visual, licensing and
merchandising, publishing, live events and new media rights to Rupert Bear(R)
and the world of Nutwood.

The brand new series of Rupert(R) and Friends combines high quality stop frame
animation and innovative 3-D computer generated imagery (CGI) to produce a
completely fresh, contemporary and appealing Rupert(R) and Friends television
series for today's pre-schoolers.

Rupert(R) and Friends introduces pre-schoolers to a world of fun, excitement,
magic and adventure as the cast of characters experience the wonderful world of
Nutwood. The much loved and instantly recognisable Rupert(R), Bill Badger,
Edward Trunk and Raggety the Tree Elf are joined by enchanting new characters
including Ping Pong, Ming and Miranda the Mermaid who explore Nutwood and other
fantastical locations in their adventures together.

The Rupert Bear(R) brand lends itself to a whole range of new media and online
opportunities including interactive, music downloads, games and hand held
devices. ER will be implementing a full consumer products campaign, online
campaign and DVD release programme for Rupert Bear(R) with product rolling out
from 2007. The Rupert(R) and Friends animated series will be launched globally
by ER at international television market MIPCOM in October 2006.

Mike Heap, CEO, Entertainment Rights commented:

'We believe that Five is the perfect home for Rupert. Today's announcement
represents a significant programming commission from Five and demonstrates their
commitment to the Rupert Bear brand which will become a key part of their
children's schedule. ER has built an enviable reputation in securing commissions
with key UK broadcasters positioning ER as the leading independent supplier of
children's programming in the UK.'

-Ends-

I think Pats feeling a bit poorly again today he hasnt done his round.

It has been reported that ERT had a mention in Investors Chronicle this week and is rated a buy at 35p

17/01/2006
Entertainment Rights grants further North American DVD distribution rights

LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC has appointed BCI as its DVD distributor in the US and Canada for programming from ER's Filmation portfolio including She-Ra: Princess of Power.

BCI is already the US DVD distributor of Entertainment Rights's He-Man and the Masters of the Universe content.

This new agreement will see 230 hours of programming from ER's Filmation library available on DVD in the US for the first time, including She-Ra: Princess of Power, The Legend of Bravestarr, Blackstar, Ghostbusters, The New Adventures of Zorro, The Lone Ranger and Snow White Happily Ever After.

Mike Heap, chief executive of Entertainment Rights, said: 'We are delighted to continue our relationship with BCI who have already had enormous success with the US DVD launch of ER's He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.'

newsdesk@afxnews.com

Onwards, by the power of greyskull !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Al
Onwards and upwards, you on board yet.

No, mate.
No spare readies. :-(
Alan

Happy with that.

150k buy nice one pat

Another good day for Pat.

More good news.

Entertainment Rights secures toy, publishing deals for Rupert Bear brand
AFX

LONDON (AFX) - Entertainment Rights PLC, which controls the rights to several children's characters including Basil Brush and Postman Pat, said it has secured toy and publishing deals for its recently acquired Rupert Bear brand.

British toy company, Martin Yaffe International has been awarded UK Master Toy rights to Rupert Bear, and children's character book publisher Egmont UK Ltd has secured the UK and Commonwealth publishing rights to the brand, it said.

The announcement follows ER's recent agreement with UK broadcaster, Five, for the new animated television series of 'Rupert and Friends' to air on Five's pre-school block, Milkshake.

Martin Yaffe will develop and manufacture a range of pre-school toys including plush and plastic toys, while Egmont will produce a range of publishing formats including annuals, novelty and story books for both the new Rupert Bear brand and the 'Classic' Rupert.

In parliament today a group of MPs tabled a commons motion congratulating CH 5 for the return of Rupert Bear after a 14-year absence.

Rumour is hes standing for the Lib Dem leadership.
Ladbrokes have him a short price favourite ahead of ming the merciless.

The problem is Rupert does like the odd tipple.

Sorry Driver,
Just re-read post 294. First time I read it I thought Rupert was an MP that CH 5 had taken hostage and now released after 14 years in captivity.
I now realise my mistake and this is good news for the company. The old favourites come back year after year.
Alan

This looks like the new Rupert, he looks good for his age.

And quite a tan compared to the previous piccy.
Wonder where hes had his hols.
Alan

Yes i feel much better now ,this is much more relaxing .

I think this new Rupert's on drugs look at his eyes..

OK you two of you go come back and visit any time.

Sorry driver but when you have Pat wearing womans clothes and Rupert on Crack...

Well it is Channel 5 thats getting them

It'll be Rupert and Pat do Minnie mouse then !!

So Mickey Mouse asks for a divorce and the judge says, "Mickey. Minnine having buck teeth is not good enough grounds for divorce".
"No your honour", says Mickey, "What I said was Minnie is F***ing Goofy."

BOOM BOOM !!!

To bring this thread back to some normality Pat tries out his new trike.

Some thing has tickled Pat today.

Apparently Pat has been tipped in Red Hot Penny Shares published last Saturday, their a bit slow I have been tipping ERT for weeks on here.

At last through the 40p Pat said to Jess.

Get a grip, Driver. Its not called pussy, Its called Jess.
And you claim to have researched this share! PAH.
Alan ;-)

Al
Sorry Al I did forget his name for a minute, Edited.

Lot of volume today some thing is brewing.

The large volume today may have been take over speculation ERT has been a target since bid talk re Chorion.

Driver your talking to yourself again , come and see us on the NOWT thread ,before i have to call the Doctor.

jimmy
I like talking to myself no one can have a go at me.

Driver-I have just followed you into this one for my ISA---hope I'm not too late.

mp
Welcome aboard that makes two of us on ERT, no you are not to late ERT is a slow plodder in the right direction you only have you look at the graph I am up 51%, ERT is still a bid target IMO (re Chorion 425p talks) last year ERTs CEO said he would not look at a bid unless it was more than a 100p if there is no bid the company is steadily growing and expanding.

Are you still holding pcm, I am

Say hi to mp jess.

still patiently holding on pcm-we'll get there in the end!

Glad your here moneyplus ,driver spends most days talking to himself ,i sold out a while back for a quick profit , but it is looking like a good long term play .

I like to pop in here now and again to see the pictures! I hope to be able to hop on to the little red van one day; this is a pretty solid looking share, the sort I like to tuck into my pension plan.And I like Jess, got a cat just like him, though he's been given the name Tigger (no idea why, no stripes, wrong colour but he does bounce)!
kim

kimoldfield
kimoldfield's Tigger on a diet.

Its a Rug!!!!

Calm down jess Tigger is only visiting.

Bloody hell! what's she doing with that cat/rug?
Looks like Pat and Jess have fallen into Tigger's swimming pool!

More good news
Entertainment Rights says BBC commissions new series of Basil Brush Show
http://www.moneyam.com/action/news/showArticle?id=1199646

ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS SECURES ADDITIONAL
BBC COMMISSION FOR BASIL BRUSH(R)

Entertainment Rights Plc ("ER"), one of the UK's leading independent media
groups specialising in children's and family programming, characters and brands,
today announces that leading UK broadcaster, the BBC has commissioned a further
13 x 30 minute episodes of The Basil Brush ShowTM for the BBC and the CBBC
channel. The agreement brings the total number of episodes of
The Basil Brush ShowTM under license to the BBC to 65.

This agreement represents a significant programming commitment from the BBC and
ensures a broadcast platform for The Basil Brush ShowTM beyond 2010. This
commission follows the huge success of The Basil Brush ShowTM which is the
Number 1 rated children's sitcom in the UK airing on BBC 1, BBC 2 and CBBC
digital. Basil Brush(R) is firmly established as a core BBC character and
regularly appears as a presenter across the BBC channels including presenting
CBBC Xtra (interactive) and appearing in live web chats for the CBBC website.
The Basil Brush(R) website www.basilbrush.com attracted circa 8 million hits in
the last month alone.

For the first time ever the new series will feature Basil Brush(R) in animated
form with each episode including up to 6 animated segments of Basil Brush(R) and
friends. These short animated segments will be exploited across a wide range of
new digital media and online platforms including interactive, downloads, games
and hand held devices. The new series of The Basil Brush ShowTM including these
animated segments will air on the BBC this Autumn and will be launched
internationally at global television market, MIPCOM, in October 2006.

Mike Heap, CEO, Entertainment Rights Plc commented:

"The inclusion of animated segments in The Basil Brush Show opens up new
opportunities for the Basil Brush brand. With these shorter segments of
programming we are well placed to exploit the increasing number of new digital
opportunities available to us in this changing media environment. This new
commission underlines the BBC's commitment to Basil Brush and we are delighted
to be continuing our partnership with them."

-Ends-

D'you think it's Boom Boom time for these shares now Driver? Have to admit, they are doing pretty well so far!
kim

Kim
It's all ways Boom Boom time for ERT look at the chart a nice steady upward trend towards the 50p and beyond.

I know, I have been wanting to buy ERT (and WIL) for some time now but keep getting sidestepped, putting more into SEO & DGT, stuff like that!
kim
Edit. Just seen your new site, will put 'em on there!

Not more good news

Entertainment Rights says Postman Pat to make first delivery in Germany
AFX

- Entertainment Rights PLC said its children's character Postman Pat will appear on German television for the first time after the company secured a broadcast deal with Super RTL covering Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

The company also said German home entertainment distributor, Edel Kids, has secured the DVD, video and audio rights to Postman Pat for Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Postman Pat has now been sold to over 100 countries around the globe, including the five key territories of the US, UK, Japan, France and Germany, ER said.

newsdesk@afxnews.com

Guy's,

Not a holder at present, have held previously and seriously thinking about revisiting this stock. Sorry if duplicated, but thought you would like to know that the March edition of RHPS has feature on ERT with a 12 month target price of 55p.

Personally feel that Mike Heap is doing a great job here but most my funds are tied up in oilers.

Will surely jump on board again. This is a common-sence play amongst all the insantity.

Nothing like a bit of good news to make the sp drop?

Pat getting all excited after the German deal.

http://rds.yahoo.com/S=96781308/K=postman+pat/v=2/OID=11ecf98593a73242/SID=e/l=VDP/;_ylt=A86.OSUoYBBEbwsBmav8w8QF;_ylu=X3oDMTA4NDgyNWN0BHNlYwNwcm9m/SIG=1391bkb2c/EXP=1142010280/*-http://drammenkm.no-ip.com/frederik/Filmer/postman%20pat%20goes%20pro%20FOH%20SHO.WMV

Broker Altium has 're-iterated its buy recommendation on Entertainment Rights'.

Good Morning All

Have a small holding in ERT, having bought at 25p, pleased the way it has progressed and think long term it is an excellent holding. Like the new brands that it has added and the way it has sold itself abroad. Feel there is a captive audience as there is always a ready stream on new children, my 6 year old was into Pat , my three year old is into Pat and my 1 year old will probably like Pat. So there are always new people to sell toys, videos etc to.

Think this is a well run company, that are always looking to sell the product into new markets and expand sensibly, which can only have a good effect on the bottom line.

Prospector

Prospector
Welcome to the board again post at will there is only me and mp on here.

I pop in now and again, Driver, to make sure you are all behaving yourselves.
Consider me a kind of cyberspace PC McGarry, number 452.
Alan

I'm still red but waiting for Pat to turn blue!

Al
Thanks for the visit did you click on the link above where Pat gets all excited

Mp
Pats blue today.

Thanks for the visit, Driver.
My first attempt!!!
Alan

Guy's,

Not a holder here, have been previously and about to be again.

Just to let you know full page article, (albeit mostly a rather amusing picture), on ERT in today's Shares mag.

Analysts expects 180% increase in pre-tax profits.....

Just read the article in Shares and it presents a very bullish picture of this company, with a target price raised to 47p. I would have thought with a hike in profits of 180% and exposure into Germany, giving them exposure in the 5 major makets (UK, US, GErmany,France & Japan) that this was slightly undervaluing this company.

With some good names in the stable and the recent new editions of Basil Brush commissioned by the BBC(with the potential of more as they have a contract with the BBC until 2010), plus the takeover potential make me a long term holder of this stock, with my gut feel for the price being closer to 55p.

Prospector
Couldnt agree more with all the new deals done and more to come the sp will inevitably rise over 2006.

Have looked further at the article in Shares which is very bullish of the share and the forthcoming results. Then I flicked to the forthcoming results page at the back of the addition and they were not quite so bullish about the prospects for the results. Surprising when you consider the expectations are for a big jump in profits.

suprised there is not more interest following the shares mag article, it got me interested. anyone think a rise will come 2morrow if the results are as good as expected??

The shares mag. article also got me interested. I bought at the open this morning. Looks like a good bet with good growth prospects.

been thinking about doing the exact same thing, but like i say suprised by lack of interest. may still do it, good luck.

evilratboy
Welcome aboard that makes four of us on this thread with Kivver on the fence may be he will dip his toe after the results tomorrow, I. sure they will live up to the citys expectation with ERT having plenty of positive things to say.

Good luck for tomorrow Driver. I haven't had any spare to join you, but as always, I wish you the very best for a massive rise tomorrow.
Alan

Upto five now ! since i have to watch Pat every morning with my little boy i may as well own a bit of him and i may just make a bit of money to....

ThSH17
hI 17 It's getting a bit crowded on here below is from the header above it moulds well with your post.

This company is well positioned to go onward and upwards, a nice stock to have in your portfolio, and tell your kids a bedtime story all about your Postman Pat investment. Zzzzzz zzzzzz

cbeebies at half seven in the morning.....you dont know what your missing (ok maybe you do !!!). Think little red tractor belongs to ERT to (7.45 cbeebies just started!) so at least there will be more to talk about than Pat on here soon... i just cant wait...ZZZzzzzzz...

Steve

Yep Little red tractor one of ERT's

good news tomorrow I hope--be lucky Pat!!

excellent results-sp down that's typical!! I would think they'll bounce back quickly when people read them thoroughly the company is growing so fast.

173 percent increase and the share price drops...... Maybe false accounting on Pats behalf cos theres no way a postmans salary buys private plates like PAT 1 unless hes on the take :+)

mp sh
As you say mp excellent set of results 173% up not many companies can beat that ERT will continue to grow through out 2006 and the sp will steadily rise slowly but surely, and dont forget theres always a possible take over or bid lurking in the wings.

Jess get here own spot for today's announcement of a brand new commission from the BBC for ERT's latest pre-school television series,
Guess with Jess.

From the Times Today

Owner of Postman Pat delivers 172% increase in profit
By Amanda Andrews

POSTMAN PAT helped to deliver record results for his owner Entertainment Rights (ER) yesterday.

ER, the intellectual property group that also owns the rights to Basil Brush and Little Red Tractor, said yesterday that pre-tax profits jumped 172 per cent to 6 million in 2005, and turnover increased 21 per cent to 30.7 million.

Mike Heap, the chief executive, said that Postman Pat had been an important factor behind the strong results. The character is seen in the five largest pre-school markets America, Japan, Britain, Germany and France and in more than 100 countries around the world.

However, ERs shares fell 1.25p to 37.25p, a move thought to be linked to a possible downgrade to earnings because of a higher tax charge.

The group also announced a deal with the United States Postal Service, where Postman Pat has been recruited to encourage children in Washington to write letters.

The success of the character also prompted an announcement that ER has been commissioned by the BBC to create a new series starring Pats cat, Jess, who will speak for the first time. Mr Heap said that he hoped to find the same success with Postman Pat as the group had with Rupert Bear, which ER acquired in October. An animated series is in production and is expected to air in autumn.

Mr Heap refused to rule out an approach for Chorion, the owner of Noddy, although he said that this was not on the agenda. Chorion is the subject of a management buyout led by its chairman, Lord Waheed Alli, and funded by 3i, the private equity firm.

ER said that it would not declare a dividend for the year.

suprised this one hasnt taken off, by accident i didnt manage to buy the other day, anyone know the PE ???? Still looks good for the long term.

Kivver
From Barclays stockbrokers
31-Dec-04 23.23 2.59 EPS 0.74p P/E 18.9 0.8 EPS GRth +25% n/a 0.0%
31-Dec-05 30.64 6.28 EPS 1.44p P/E 24.3 0.3 EPS GRth +95% n/a 0.0%

From the Daily Mail today.

Basil Brush has entered the race to buy Noddy owner Chorion. Entertainment Rights is the third bidder in a widening field for the company, whose management led by chairman Lord Alli want to take it private for 111m, or 425p a share. Hit Entertainment, home to Bob the Builder, is also looking at the books.

A meeting this Friday to vote on the buyout has been cancelled. But Alli is still confident he can win the day because of a close relationship with the Agatha Christie estate, with whom Chorion develops key characters Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple.

Cheers Stock, I don't think the city liked the idea the last time ERT it looked at Chorion IMO it would enlarge the company significantly and any way big ears would get on very well with Jess.

Looks like its true.... Maybe Pat can make a couple of quid more delivering mail around toytown !

That's it it's official

1620
Entertainment Rights PLC
23 March 2006



Entertainment Rights Plc


PRESS SPECULATION REGARDING CHORION PLC ('CHORION')


The Board of Entertainment Rights Plc ('Entertainment Rights') notes recent
press speculation regarding Entertainment Rights' intentions in respect of
Chorion. The Board of Entertainment Rights confirms that it is considering a
possible offer for Chorion and wishes to make clear that it is endeavouring to
assess the strategic and financial condition of Chorion. The work is at a
preliminary stage; shareholders in both Entertainment Rights and Chorion should
be aware that there is no certainty that an offer will be forthcoming.

Mr Heap ... The market reaction to very good results is disapointing may I suggest that while naturaly conserving resources at present; a small dividend would have boosted the price nicely and would not have restricted your plans for expansion ... your shareholders need encouraging as well as your workers.

On the last two occasions when ERT considered making offers for Chorion in Nov 2002 and Dec 2003, Chorion refused to let ERT conduct due diligence and they proceeded no further. It will be interesting to see how Chorion responds this time.

When ERT announce that they have pulled out of the bidding war (most probable) the sp will shoot up IMO to what I dont know.

HIT have withdrawn their offer for Chorion after due diligence yesterday.

ERT must, by 12 noon on Thursday 13 April 2006, either announce a firm intention to make an offer for Chorion.
http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200603311605218002A.html

Think the Chorion situation is holding this share back. As stated this will all come to a head on Thursday. Think this share is undervalued and still has great prospects.

Don't think Chorion deal would be bad news, they have a strong stable of products and would certainly enhance ERT stable and global profile.

That's it for Noddy for the time being.

WITHDRAWAL OF POSSIBLE OFFER FOR CHORION PLC ('CHORION')

http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200604121840314813B.html

I am out of ERT at the moment, I needed the funds else where I am hoping ert will trade side ways for a while till I get back in.

I will continue with the thread when news arises.

Oh no! Who's going to deliver the mail in the meantime? and who's going to feed Jess?

kim
I'm going to feed Jess and deliver.

D/Mail today 22/04/2006
Altium has reiterated its 'Buy' recommendation.

Been in and out of these since Jan 2005 in ISA. Done very well for me. Have also traded them.

The fundies are not quite what they were. Hmm.

Typical they get tipped then go down.

Entertainment Rights awards UK toy licence for Jim Jam & Sunny TV series

http://www.moneyam.com/action/news/showArticle?id=1285275

Still not back in but a nice bounce from 28p

Interim Results for the Six Months Ended 30 June 2006

http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200609260705024543J.html

as a shareholder I always look for mention of that magic word...DIVIDEND...even if none is paid...did I miss it in these results...ERT seem to have a super portfolio to sell to 170 countries, but results do not appear in cash...is this just me being paranoid?

can anyone set me right, should I cut my losses or hold for the millenium? any advice gratefully received.

tipton11
Sorry I am out of these as perversely stated Im just keeping the thread going, here are a couple of pros and con posts from another board on todays results.


Funnily enough, I agree in that ER does have the goods - but clearly not the management to deliver them. Surely that Saga-lout Heap, with his outrageous bonuses must go? Him and that Bunbury of a non-existant Chairman Bransgrove. Let the younger blood rise and this company could have excellent long-term prospects. But right now, these results reflect the fact that Heap is seriously past his sell-by date and should be replaced.
It's a shame that they've tried to bump up these results with news of what seems to be a very good distribution deal. Time for a change of PR too.
If ever a company was ripe for takeover, this is it. But can we trust Heap not to screw up? No, because he knows the first thing to go under a new regime will be him. The institutions should be baying for his blood right now. The ordinary shareholders certainly are.


I tend to disagree with the results being poor, YES if you are after a quick buck on the gamble of the results.
"Whilst ER's financial performance has historically been weighted to the second half, this will be more evident in
2006. The Board remains confident that ER is on course to meet market
expectations for the full year."
You have got to remember that they are now reporting figures as and when they get paid, this was not the case last year so it does look somewhat reduced.

I am still suspicious of the 20million buy/sell recently if they were sells then surely the price would have tanked further, if they were buys then I think could be some stake building.

http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2-2006490105,00.html

This was debated on BBC radio this morning. The public are outraged they could do this to Rupert.

Could this be why the shareprice has steadily fallen lately and again today.

Driver yours 26th

Thanks for assessment which was very helpful .... I'm rather confused as you start by saying "I am out of these" and end by saying "I am a happy holder" or did I miss something.

However the present downward trend in quote as we go towards year end is not encouraging.

ENTERTAINMENT RIGHTS: UPDATE ON BROADCAST DELIVERY

http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200611220700594908M.html

Entertainment Rights buys Classic Media for 210 mln usd in cash and shares

LONDON (AFX) - Children's television content distributor Entertainment Rights PLC said it has agreed to acquire media rights holder Classic Media Holdings Inc for 210.0 mln usd in cash and shares and that the cash portion will be funded through a share placing and debt facilities from the Bank of Scotland.

The company said it plans to raise about 71 mln stg via placing and open offer of about 249 mln shares at 28.5 pence a share to meet the 86.5 mln stg cash portion of the acquisition.

The company said the share component of the acquisition price involves the issue of 40 mln usd worth of shares to the vendor.

newsdesk@afxnews.com

rda/tc

I am holder. I bought in cheap but in line with Tipton.
I am also looking for the word dividend.
Thinking of taking profits before the results.

Entertainment Rights buys 'Where's Wally?' brand for 2.5 mln stg

Entertainment Rights buys 'Where's Wally?' brand for 2.5 mln stg

anyone any idea what is happening here price up despite very heavy selling today and coupled with unusual buying?

tipton11
Probably the news of Wally has gone down well and the sells where really buys.

driver ,,, many thanks I suppose the only true indication is the price.

tipton11
I'm back in today.

House broker Collins Stewart has a target price of 60p, while Dresdner Kleinwort has described it as its media sector tip of the year!

Could also become an attractive takeover target!

Also tipped in the Sunday Telegraph

Theres been a lot of heavy buying recently I can see this reaching the 60p target set by Collins Stewart the house broker, and may be more.

Your back in driver ,i did'nt know you ever left ..

jimmy
Hi jimmy, I timed this one right got out on the dip and back in on the way up I wish I could do that with all my stocks.

Don't no why the fall in the sp today got out last week after a 1.5% profit.

Hello all. I decided to dip my toe today in a very modest way. I see this thread's been quiet for a couple of months. Are there still holders out there?

Entertainment Rights has secured the international television distribution rights to the latest addition of the 'Transformers' series of programming from global toy company Hasbro Inc. The agreement sees ERT acquiring worldwide (excluding Latin America, North America and certain Asian territories) television and video-on-demand distribution rights to the new 'Transformers' animated series together with a 70 minute Transformers special.

The company now represents four series of 'Transformers' programming totaling 154 episodes.

An interesting and positive move:

Entertainment Rights said it has appointed former Disney Publishing Worldwide president Deborah Dugan as chief executive and president of its North American operations, effective May 15.

ERT, which acquired Classic Media and Big Idea in the US earlier this year, said it is looking to expand the enlarged portfolio in the US with Dugan on board.

Entertainment Rights said the BBC has commissioned its brand new series of Postman Pat Special Delivery Service to air on both BBC2 and CBeebies and added it has secured a long-term broadcast platform for the show beyond.

The UK's media group specialising in the ownership of children's and family programming said the new series is to air late 2008 and throughout 2009.

Mike Heap, chief executive, Entertainment Rights said: 'The newly evolved Postman Pat will continue to deliver sustainable benefits to our shareholders for many years to come'.

Entertainment Rights widened its first half pretax loss saying the strength of the sterling against the US dollar impacted the first half, but added it is on course to meet its full year expectations. The company recorded a pretax loss of 7.26 mln stg for the period to June 30, 2007, from a loss of 3.45 mln stg a year earlier.

Revenue almost trebled to 17.3 mln stg from 5.9 mln stg, impacted positively by the acquisition of Classic Media in January this year. Chairman Rod Bransgrove said the company's financial performance is traditionally weighted towards the second half. He added that the company is well positioned to strengthen its presence in the US.

Entertainment Rights said that television and licensing and merchandising markets are 'extremely buoyant' and there is strong demand for its content and brands. In a trading update, the company also said it has generated strong international sales, and it has significant licensing and merchandising opportunities.

What's happening to poor old ERT. with the last statement the sp is going in the wrong direction ????

Not Good Down 23%

Entertainment Rights sees FY profits hit by sales shortfall UPDATE

http://www.moneyam.com/action/news/showArticle?id=2596189

Hmmm, looks like Pat is going to post some poor results Driver: Fat Albert is going to be Thin Albert if this carries on!

Could Postman Pat be about to leave Greendale for delivery to a new owner?

Fat cats want Postman Pat, or so the Telegraph suggests:-


http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml;jsessionid=ERRSICFT5ST13QFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/money/2008/01/20/cnpost120.xml

I'm not surprised there's some bid interest here. The company owns some major children's brands and at these sub-10p prices they're a steal.

Queen1

Some good news...

http://moneyam.uk-wire.com/cgi-bin/articles/200801211148121866M.html

Indeed, but at what price Bluelady.....? For those that got in a lot higher up this news will probably be met with a mixture of fear and relief.

Big volume on this today.

Unfortunately can't answer that one queen1 but with the possiblity of a bid the share price is going to be very volatile until something definite happens. Perhaps, during the dips you should average down..... but the sp can go either way so you've got to have nerves of steel ;0).

I think with the markets as they are today Bluelady nerves of steel are essential!

Don't forget the mountain of debt.

Pat's having a good day up 30% looks like bid speculation.

Yes, a very good day for a change :-)

Entertainment Rights PLC
21 April 2008



Entertainment Rights Plc
('ER' or 'the Company')

Possible offer talks terminated


On 21 January 2008, ER announced that it was in preliminary talks with
interested parties which may or may not have led to an offer being made for the
Company. The Company announces that all such discussions in this regard have now
ceased.

After consultation with the Panel on Takeovers and Mergers, the Company confirms
that as a result, it is no longer in an 'offer period' for the purposes of the
City Code on Takeovers and Mergers.

Commenting, Rod Bransgrove, Chairman of ER, said:

'The Board of ER believes that the Company has significant underlying value and
remains in a strong position with regard to generating returns from its
extensive portfolio of brands and content. The appointment of Nick Phillips as
Chief Executive Officer in March 2008 provides the Company with the leadership
to drive its growth going forward. We look forward to updating shareholders
further in this regard in due course.'


-Ends-


Enquiries:

Well, right now the sp is 2p and debt at 127m - many times the Mkt Cap. Oh deary, this must be a great concern.
Two years ago this was 35p, so this represents a woeful loss of standing.
Aargh! - - - - - - - (no I don't hold, sold-out years ago).
EDIT (17Dec08)- 5m Sells -90kBuys and the sp is up 500%
+ The RNS of 8Dec (appointment of CEO) shows she own NO shares - Yet Options on 5m shares! (but I don't think she has sold any, they need to be "exrcised", first)...DYOR.