INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Standard Management Corporation (“Standard Management” or the “Company”) announced today the completed acquisition of Long Term Rx, Inc. of New Castle, Indiana.
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Long Term Rx is a direct provider of pharmaceutical products to long term care facilities utilizing medication packaging systems assisting caregivers and patients. The Company has annual revenues of approximately eight million dollars.
The majority of the purchase price consists of cash with a portion of the purchase price in Standard Management stock. This new transaction is immediately accretive to earnings.
Ronald D. Hunter, Chairman, CEO and President of Standard Management, stated, “The addition of Long Term Rx enables us to cover Eastern Indiana and Western Ohio markets through a well managed pharmacy. It enables us to grow a larger market share in the region.”
“The union of our firms significantly increases the opportunity for growth and expanded product offerings for our patients,” continued Craig Trobaugh, Founder and President of Long Term Rx.
Mr. Hunter concluded, “The continued execution of our business plan combined with current operations should generate annualized revenues of approximately $60 million by year end 2005. Our Company’s intended goal of reaching $200-300 million in annualized revenue by year-end 2008 is on target with the Company’s expectations.”
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We caution you that, while forward-looking statements reflect our good faith beliefs, these statements are not guarantees of future performance. In addition, we disclaim any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Standard Management is a holding company headquartered in Indianapolis, IN. Information about the company can be obtained by calling the Investor Relations Department at 317-574-5221 or via the Internet at http://www.SMAN.com .
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