Favor Cake
Do you know a website that I can print a favour box cake pattern from?
They are the cutest little triangle boxes that you can stack up to make a cake from. I want the pattern to make my own boxes at home. Can anyone help me?
Origami
July has been a good month for biotech investors. Share prices in the biotech sector as measured by the NYSE Biotechnology Index are up 24% compared to the 6.6% gain for the S&P 500. Earlier in the month, Amgen (AMGN) reported better-than-expected results from a trial of its experimental bone-protecting drug denosumab in patients with advanced breast cancer. Amgen's shares vaulted 16% on the news.
In the week just ended, the momentum in biotech shares has continued further. While a host of favorable clinical trial results was the bigger driver, a large buyout announcement added the icing to the cake.
Clinical Trial Results
Bringing back memories of the dotcom era, shares of Human Genome Sciences (HGSI) rose nearly 300% to $12.50 a share after the company reported favorable results for its experimental lupus drug Benlysta. Targacept (TRGT) shares more than doubled to $7.25 a share after its depression drug candidate met its goals in a mid-stage trial. Onyx Pharmaceutical (ONXX) reported encouraging results for its breast cancer treatment Nexavar to push its shares higher by 21%. Shares of Celgene (CELG) jumped nearly 16% after the company announced significant improvement in progression-free survival of patients taking Revlimid as a first-line treatment for multiple myeloma.
Buyout
Continuing the trend of major pharma-biotech mergers, as in Roche (RHHBY.PK)-Genentech, and Eli Lilly (LLY)-ImClone, Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) announced it is buying Medarax (MEDX) for $16 a share. The Medarex takeover implies a net price tag of over $2 billion. Medarax shares jumped nearly 90% on the announcement.
Is it too Late to Board the Biotech Bandwagon?
Given strong gains in biotech shares in recent weeks, it is logical to ask if it is too late to get on the biotech bandwagon. I believe the answer, generally speaking, is no. Notwithstanding uncertainties surrounding health care reform, the fundamentals for biotech companies are reasonably favorable. Yet, one needs to take appropriate care in getting the timing right and in choosing proper investment vehicles.
Fundamentals
Several factors favor the long-term growth of biotech companies. These include an aging population, rising incidence of cancer and other degenerative diseases, and growing recognition that biotech products offer the best solutions for management of these diseases.
Several biotech drugs like Roche's Avastin and Amgen's Enbrel have the potential of becoming major blockbuster drugs by 2014. Biotech companies are seeking to expand uses of their approved drugs to treat more diseases. And, unlike drugs made by major pharmaceutical companies, biotech drugs are to a degree insulated from generic competition. Major pharmaceutical companies are also actively working to strengthen their biotech forte and increasingly acquiring biotech companies for their intellectual properties.
Timing
Equity prices have been strong across the board since the market bottomed on March 9 and the S&P 500 is up nearly 46%. Biotech shares are no exception. The market as well as biotech shares could be due for a pull-back. From a timing standpoint, it makes sense to put money to work in the biotech sector on a pullback.
Investment Vehicles
Stocks of established biotech companies like Amgen, Biogen Idec (BIIB), Genzyme (GENZ), and Gilead Sciences (GILD) typically move with little correlation to the broad market. That said, such shares carry some degree of event risk. Adverse results from key drug development efforts can cause such shares to swoon in a jiffy. As such, they may only be suitable for investors with well-diversified portfolios.
Smaller biotech companies often promise riches based on the success of one or two key drugs. They carry a high degree of event risk as failure in pivotal drug development activity can quickly break a company. Only the most risk-tolerant investors usually tend to court such shares.
Bundled products like biotech sector funds and ETFs are better suited for most investors since they reduce most of the event risk. And, there are plenty of biotech sector funds and ETFs to choose from. Investors looking for no load mutual funds can consider Fidelity Select Biotechnology (FBIOX) or Rydex Biotechnology (RYOIX).
In the ETF space, iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology (IBB) and SPDR S&P Biotech (XBI) are among the more popular ones. Investors looking for a global investment vehicle can look at PowerShares Global Biotech (PBTQ).
Aggressive traders looking for explosive short-term returns can turn to Biotechnology UltraSector ProFund (BIPIX). This mutual fund uses leverage to boost returns.
Sam Subramanian PhD, MBA edits the AlphaProfit Sector Investors' Newsletter, ten times winner of Hulbert Financial's #1 rank. The investment newsletter offers recommendations on Fidelity funds, iShares ETFs and SPDR ETFs.
Favor Cake Kits
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Promise Cake Topper by Willow Tree $19.69 "Hold dear the promise of love" with this heartwarming "Promise" cake topper figurine. Beautifully handcarved from the Willow Tree collection by artist Susan Lordi, this piece will make a stunning addition to your wedding cake. *Made of Resin *Measures 9" tall and weighs 1.1lbs. Brand : One Coast/Lutz - Demdaco See other items from our: Willow Tree Collection Related Bridal People cate... |
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Weddingstar Contemporary Love Birds Cake Topper $27.99 Contemporary Love Birds Cake TopperFor the "new Love Birds" These timeless, contemporary snow white birds nestle together, interlocking their necks in an embrace, or use separately in a centerpiece. Made of glazed porcelain, these are sure to be a lasting keepsake.Size: 12 cm Tall, 16 cm W (together)NOTE: The image is just for reference, the real color or style is shown in product title.Price is f... |
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Just Married Beach Wedding Figurine/ Cake Topper- Caucasian $19.49 Measuring 7 inches tall, this fun-filled cake figurine shows a groom carrying his bride on a sandy beach. The base of the figurine shows the ocean on one side and the sandy beach on the other, with the words "Just Married" written inside a heart on the sand.... |
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Two Dozen (24) Blue BOY Mini Rubber Ducky Duck Baby Shower Birthday Party Favors $7.62 This set of 24 rubber duck squirters makes great party favors for baby showers and baby's first birthday. Your guests will have a cute and fun party favor to take home. The perfect size for a cupcake topper, each measures 1-1/2"H x 1-3/4"L x 1-1/2"W. You'll receive an assortment of the 4 styles pictured: baby with rattle, baby with bottle, baby with blocks, and baby with bib. Safety tested for chi... |
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Sesame Street Cake Cupcake Decoration Favors 1 Dozen Rings $1.99 These adorable little rings come with Abby Cadabby, Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird. Use to decorate cakes, cupcakes or as little party favors as these are little rings that children can wear..... |
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Two Dozen (24) Pink GIRL Mini Rubber Ducky Birthday Party or Baby Shower Favors $5.63 This set of 24 rubber duck squirters makes great party favors for baby showers and baby's first birthday. Your guests will have a cute and fun party favor to take home. The perfect size for a cupcake topper, each measures 1-1/2"H x 1-3/4"L x 1-1/2"W. You'll receive an assortment of the 4 styles pictured: baby with rattle, baby with bottle, baby with blocks, and baby with bib. Safety tested for chi... |
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SKQUE STRAWBERRY TOWEL CAKE BRIDAL SHOWER BABY SHOWER FAVOR Compatible With: Wedding & Party Supplies,... |
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SKQUE HEART SHAPED TOWEL CAKE FOR BABY SHOWER / WEDDING FAVOR Compatible With: Wedding & Party Supplies,... |
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Care Bears Figures - Series 2 - set of 8 $11.99 These small Care Bear figures where made for vending machine sales. Great for party favors.... |
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The Love Pinch Bridal Couple Figurine $19.95 Life is all about the little moments. Particularly those that no one knows about but you. This elegant couple takes romance - and fireworks - to a new level. Poised and elegant from the front, the back reveals a hidden little pinch - and a few extra "sparks". Hand painted porcelain. The topper is one piece and measures 2 5/8" X 2 5/8" X 5 5/8" H. Ships in 7-10 days.... |
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Zebra Mix Rainbow Drop Cookie Baking Activity Kit in a Treasure Tin $6.99 Zebra Mix baking kits for kids is a new concept in kids' food. It is both a delicious, organic food and an interactive kids' activity. Delicious cookies with colorful chocolate drops. The Rainbow Drop Cookie Kit includes: Cookie Mix & Chocolate Rainbow Drops Safari Baking Mat Safari Elephant All packed in a fun, reusable tin lunch box Each baking kit has on oversized Safari Baking Map ... |
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Cars Cakes - Disney Cars 8 Re-Usable McQueen & Tow Mater Rings & Party Favors $2.50 Plastic. (Cupcakes is NOT included) (8 assorted designs per pkg.)... |
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Creating Your Perfect Wedding: Stylish Ideas And Step-by-step Projects for a Beautiful Wedding $4.00 It's the small details and personal touches that make a wedding day truly special. In this book, Lucinda Ganderton and Sania Pell present twelve achievable projects, ranging from making a ring pillow and creating dainty lavender bag favours to crafting an exquisite wedding book so your guests can write a message for the bride and groom. The projects use easily available materials and can be accomp... |
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Baby Shower Ideas - Perfect for your party - $4.99 Ideas on absolutely everything you need for a perfect Baby Shower party. A complete guide absolutely crammed full of useful ideas, hints and tips, from choosing themes, planning invitations, food, decorations, activities, games, favors and gifts, plus advice on the correct etiquette to follow when hosting this type of party. The ultimate guide that no host should be without!... |
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CINDERELLA $3.88 There was, many years ago, a gentleman who had a charming lady for his wife. They had one daughter only, who was very dutiful to her parents. But while she was still very young, her mamma died, to the grief of her husband and daughter. After a time, the little girl's papa married another lady. Now this lady was proud and haughty, and had two grown-up daughters as disagreeable as herself; so the po... |
