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www.PicksThatMove.com: "Picks that move" Alerts, December 10, 2009: CAE, MOT, AYI, MFE and PFE(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Picksthatmove.com Alerts include CAE Inc. (CAE); Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT); Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI); McAfee, Inc. (NYSE:MFE) and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) -- December 10, 2009 CAE Inc. (CAE) trading at $8.12 on a volume of 9,300 shares In a press release on December 10, CAE wins military contracts valued at more than C$100 million CAE today announced a series of military contracts with the Netherlands, Germany, and other global defence forces. The contracts, valued at more than C$100 million, include a major contract with the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) to expand CH-47 Chinook helicopter training at CAE's Medium Support Helicopter Aircrew Training Facility (MSHATF) in the United Kingdom About CAE Inc. CAE Inc. (CAE) is engaged in designing, developing, manufacturing and supplying simulation tools and equipment and provides a range of training and other modelling and simulation-based services. The Company also operate a global network of training centres serving pilots, and in some instances, cabin crew and maintenance staff. The products of the Company include full-flight simulators (FFSs), which replicate aircraft performance in a full array of situations and environmental conditions. Sophisticated visual systems simulate hundreds of airports around the world, as well as a range of landing areas and flying environments. These work with motion and sound to create a training environment for pilots and crews at all levels. In fiscal 2009, the Company completed the acquisition of Sabena Flight Academy (Sabena). -- December 10, 2009 Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) trading at $8.49 on a volume of 10.88M shares In a press release on December 10, Motorola Expands 4G Broadband During 2009 as It Builds Momentum for WiMAX and LTE in 2010 The Home & Networks Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today reiterated its commitment to both WiMAX and Long Term Evolution (LTE) as the leading technologies that enable the media experiences that people want, while delivering the lowest cost per bit for operators. Motorola believes there are distinct markets for WiMAX and LTE, and both will co-exist as operators work to meet the ever-increasing demand for fixed, nomadic and mobile data. About Motorola, Inc. Motorola, Inc. (Motorola) is engaged in providing technologies, products and services for mobile phones. The Company's portfolio includes wireless handsets, wireless accessories, digital entertainment devices, wireless access systems, voice and data communications systems, and enterprise mobility products. The segments of the Company include Mobile Devices Segment (Mobile Devices), Home and Networks Mobility Segment (Home and Networks Mobility) and Enterprise Mobility Solutions Segment (Enterprise Mobility Solutions). In November 2008, Satyam Computer Services Ltd. announced the take over of the Company's software development centre in Malaysia. In April 2009, the Company completed the sale of its biometric business unit, including the Printrak trademark, to Safran SA, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Sagem Securite. -- December 10, 2009 Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) trading at $33.68 on a volume of 100,263 shares. In a press release out on December 10, Acuity Brands Announces Expiration and Final Results of Tender Offer for its 8.375% Notes Due 2010 Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the "Company") today announced the expiration and final results of its previously announced cash tender offer to purchase any and all of the outstanding 8.375% Notes due August 1, 2010 (CUSIP No. 00508YAB8) (the "Notes"), as to which the Company and Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. are co-obligors. The tender offer was made pursuant to an Offer to Purchase dated December 1, 2009 (the "Offer to Purchase") and related Letter of Transmittal, which more fully set forth the terms and conditions of the tender offer. As of December 1, 2009, the aggregate principal amount of the Notes outstanding was $200 million About Acuity Brands, Inc. Acuity Brands, Inc. (Acuity Brands) is the parent company of Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. and other subsidiaries. The Company designs, produces, and distributes an array of indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, lighting controls, and related products and services for commercial and institutional, industrial, infrastructure, and residential applications for various markets throughout North America and select international markets. The Company provides lighting fixtures and lighting controls for new construction, renovation, and facility maintenance applications. Products include a range of indoor and outdoor lighting for commercial and institutional, industrial, infrastructure and residential applications. On December 31, 2008, Acuity Brands acquired the Lighting Control & Design, Inc. (LC&D), a manufacturer of digital lighting controls and software. On April 20, 2009, the Company acquired Sensor Switch, Inc. -- December 10, 2009 McAfee, Inc. (NYSE:MFE) trading at $38.36 on a volume of 836,834 shares. In a press release out on December 10, McAfee Releases Fastest, Most Convenient Way for Consumers to Fix Computer Problems, Remotely McAfee Total Care(TM) Services Connect Consumers with Security Technicians Who Can Help Remove Viruses and Perform PC Tune-Ups SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec 10, 2009 Almost half of all computer users say they're unable to solve technical computer problems on their own, according to a 2009 Parks Associates survey. In response, McAfee, Inc. (NYSE:MFE) today announced McAfee Total Care services -- a suite of services that provides the most convenient and secure way for consumers to get help from experts who can fix their computer problems remotely. About McAfee, Inc McAfee, Inc.is a dedicated security technology company that secures systems and networks from known and unknown threats. It allows home users, businesses, government agencies, service providers and its partners with the ability to block attacks, prevent disruptions, and continuously track and improve their security and compliance. The Company operates its business in five geographic regions: North America; Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA); Japan, Asia-Pacific, excluding Japan; and Latin America. During the year ended December 31, 2008, the Company acquired ScanAlert, Inc., Reconnex, Inc. and Secure Computing Corporation. Its products include Artemis Technology, McAfee Unified Secure Access, Total Protection for Secure Business, McAfee Avert Labs, Expert Services, Foundstone services and McAfee technical. Its product lines are system security, network security and vulnerability and risk management. In June 2009, the Company acquired Solidcore Systems, Inc. -- December 10, 2009 Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) last at $18.39 on a volume of 17.22M shares In a press release out on December 10, Pfizer Extends Commitment to Help Unemployed Americans NEW YORK, Dec 10, 2009 New Interactive Tool Makes it Easy for People to Learn if They May Be Eligible for Pfizer MAINTAIN(TM) or other Pfizer Patient Assistance Programs Pfizer today announced it will extend its MAINTAIN(TM) (Medicines Assistance for Those who Are in Need) patient assistance program for an additional year, through December 31, 2010. In addition to the more than 70 Pfizer primary care medicines currently available through MAINTAIN, Pfizer will extend the benefits of MAINTAIN to many legacy Wyeth medicines. About Pfizer Inc Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) is a research-based, global pharmaceutical company. The Company discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription medicines for humans and animals. It operates in two business segments: Pharmaceutical and Animal Health. Pfizer also operates several other businesses, including the manufacture of gelatin capsules, contract manufacturing and bulk pharmaceutical chemicals. In June 2008, Pfizer completed the acquisition of all remaining outstanding shares of common stock of Encysive Pharmaceuticals, Inc. through a merger of Pfizer's wholly owned subsidiary, Explorer Acquisition Corp., with and into Encysive. In June 2008, it also completed the acquisition of Serenex, Inc., a biotechnology company with a Heat Shock Protein 90 development portfolio. In July 2009, Pfizer bought back a 29.52% stake in its Indian arm, Pfizer Limited, increasing its stake to 70.75%.In October 2009, Pfizer Inc. acquired Wyeth. www.picksthatmove.com is a leading stock website that provides free daily alerts on stocks that are moving up. www.picksthatmove.com also tracks small cap stocks that are on the brink of exploding. We also feature companies on our website with research report, analysis, and newsletters. 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