Polypore International (PPO) develops, manufactures and markets specialized membranes used in separation and filtration processes. The stock rallied strongly during the second quarter as it signed a new agreement with a customer that includes possible access to one of the world’s fastest growing electronic vehicle brands. We believe the company has substantial earnings growth potential driven by increases in capacity utilization of their lithium ion separator manufacturing facilities as electronic vehicles increase their share of total automobile production. We took advantage of the strong stock move to trim some of the position during the quarter.
From Meridian Funds (Trades, Portfolio)’ Meridian Growth Fund Second Quarter 2014 Commentary.
