Arch Coal, Inc. (ACI), a leading U.S. producer of steam and metallurgical coal, with interests in Appalachia, the Powder River Basin and the Western Bituminous region, reported better than expected second quarter results this morning. Net income surged 200% year-over-year to $113.0 million, or 78 cents per share, on revenues of $785.1 million, a 31% increase over the same period.

Optical Cable Corporation (OCCF), a manufacturer of fiber optic cables for military and civilian clients worldwide, reported second quarter results after yesterday's close. Revenues increased 21.2% year-over-year to $13.5 million. Net income rose to $878,000, or 15 cents per share, vs. $237,000 for the same period last year, an increase of 270%.