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  • DEI HLDGS INC NEW Profile

    If it is protected by one of these Vipers, you may want to step away from the vehicle. Formerly Directed Electronics, DEI Holdings is one of the world's top manufacturers of auto security systems, including products sold under such brands as Viper, Python, and Hornet. It also makes keyless entry and remote start systems for automobiles and offers GPS tracking systems. In addition, the company's Polk Audio and Definitive Technology units are leading makers of car audio equipment, including speakers and amplifiers. DEI sells its products in more than 70 countries. Miami-based investment firm Trivest Partners (and affiliates of Trivest) control a nearly 40% stake in the company.
    James E. Minarik
    CEO
    1 Viper Way

    Vista, CA 92081

    http://www.deiholdings.com

    Phone: 760-598-6200

    Fax: 760-598-6400
    Sector: Consumer Goods Industry: Consumer Durables
  • 2007 Sales 2007 Sales Growth 2007 Net Income 2006 Employees
    $401,100,000 -8.4% $-140,000,000 513
  • Key Executives: DEIX

    Name Title Officer Since
    James E. Minarik CEO -
    Kevin P. Duffy CFO -
    K. C. Bean, J.D. General Counsel -
    Seth R. Johnson Director 9/13/07
    Edmond S. Thomas Director 11/1/05
    Ronald F. Dutt -
    J. Steven Wood Vice President, Divisional -
    Alan P. Heim Vice President, Divisional -
  • Top Competitors: DEIX

  • Insider Trends: DEIX

    Sentiment for DEIX is POSITIVE

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    • Market Value of Insider Sales
    • Market Value of Insider Purchases
    Total dollar value of all insider purchases and sales over 12 months
  • Insider Transactions: DEIX

    Date Name Shares Transaction Type Market Value
    07/30/08 ORLER VICTOR J 30,000 Purchase $53,100.00
    06/10/08 MINARIK JAMES E 10,000 Purchase $15,850.00
    06/06/08 MINARIK JAMES E 25,000 Purchase $37,250.00
  • Ownership Breakdown : DEIX

    Large Block Holder Type Number  
    Institutions 20.00
     
    Mutual Fund 33.00
    Other Major 10.00
  • Short Interest Volume: DEIX

    Data as of 7/28/08
    Current Short Interest Shares 449,206.00
    Current Short Interest Ratio 8.40
    Float 24.84 M
    Short Interest as % of Float 1.80
    Average Daily Volume 60,000.00
    Outstanding Shares 25.51 M