International Monetary Systems Posts Record Month in November


Trade volume hits $12.8 million, revenue totals $1.5 million


NEW BERLIN, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services, today announced sales volume and revenue figures for November. The month produced the companys highest trade volume and revenue totals in its history, along with very strong new-client enrollments. The November 2007 results are:



  • Trade volume for the month exceeded $12.8 million. This represented an increase of 15% over the trade volume of $11.1 million generated in November of 2006. (IMS trade volume is reported by sales only just one side of the transactions.)
  • Gross revenue billed totaled $1.5 million, compared to $1.2 for November of last year, a 25% increase. Some of the increased volume can be attributed to the success of the companys holiday barter expos and trade shows.
  • New-client enrollments also were strong with 317 new members joining the barter network in November of 2007. This represented an increase of 62% over the 195 new members signed up in November of last year.

The totals listed above are taken from the companys internal records and have not been audited.


About International Monetary Systems


Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves 17,000 customers representing 25,000 cardholders in 49 U.S. markets. Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, IMS is one of the largest publicly traded barter companies in the world and is continually expanding its exchange locations. The company’s proprietary transaction network enables businesses and individuals to trade goods and services throughout North America. Using an electronic currency known as trade dollars, IMS exchanges allow companies to create cost savings and to improve operations by taking advantage of barter opportunities in their business models. Managed by seasoned industry veterans, IMS is a recognized member of the National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE) and the International Reciprocal Trade Association (IRTA). Further information can be obtained at the company’s Web site at: www.internationalmonetary.com.