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May 22, 2013
Lowe's is lagging Home Depot to an extent that just the weather can't explain
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May 15, 2013
With the election of Shinzo Abe and birth of “Abenomics”, things are looking up for Japan's exporting dependent ...
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May 15, 2013
Valspar's market share and performance suggest the stock has recovered far enough.
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May 13, 2013
Apollo Global Management is taking accessories retailer Claire's public. Should you get in on this IPO? I'll take a ...
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May 07, 2013
China’s growing consumer class isn’t just spending their hard earned money of fast food, TVs and designer handbags. ...
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April 16, 2013
With interest rates so low, loan demand pretty sluggish, and regulations chewing into once-lucrative sources of ...
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April 16, 2013
As is the case at other regional/super-regional banks like Wells Fargo, U.S. Bancorp looks undervalued today ...
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April 16, 2013
DISH makes another move towards mobile with a bid for Sprint.
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April 15, 2013
The unsatisfying results that Infosys has reported recently, combined with pretty non-specific guidance, has created ...
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April 12, 2013
Improving credit quality at JPMorgan is offsetting sluggish core banking conditions .
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April 11, 2013
Commerce Bancshares remains a high-quality bank, but the valuation is already pretty fair.
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April 09, 2013
There may be a ray of sunshine for the beleaguered sector. Japan’s search for alternatives to nuclear energy has ...
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April 05, 2013
RPM's performance was okay, but the valuation seems to be ahead of the stock.
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February 15, 2013
Shire's (SHPG) fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of $1.58 per American Depositary Share (ADS) ...
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February 15, 2013
The J.M. Smucker Company (SJM),a leading manufacturer of food products,reported better-than-expected third quarter ...
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February 15, 2013
The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) has announced a 28% hike in its quarterly dividend to 50 cents per share from 39 ...
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February 14, 2013
On Feb 14, 2013, we reiterated our long-term recommendation on Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MTU) at Neutral. ...
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February 14, 2013
GE Capital Retail Bank, an operating unit of the General Electric Company (GE), recently signed a multi-year renewal ...
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February 14, 2013
The largest U.S satellite TV operator DIRECTV (DTV) has posted solid fourth-quarter 2012 results, with both the top ...
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February 14, 2013
Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation's (VAL) first-quarter fiscal 2013 (ended Jan 25, 2013) ...
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February 14, 2013
Willis Group Holdings plc (WSH) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted net income from continuing operations of 45 ...
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February 13, 2013
Shire plc (SHPG) recently settled its pending litigation with Impax Laboratories, Inc. (IPXL). The litigation is ...
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February 13, 2013
United Technologies Corp. (UTX) recently divested its UTC Power fuel cells business to ClearEdge Power for an ...
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February 13, 2013
Barclays PLC (BCS) reported net operating income of £5,757 million ($9,243 million) for fourth quarter 2012 (ended ...
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February 12, 2013
Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that the company has initiated a phase III study to evaluate the efficacy and ...
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February 12, 2013
Diversified technology conglomerate 3M Company (MMM) has recently introduced a new portfolio of medical design ...
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February 12, 2013
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) is skeptical on its decision to deploy a wireless network and intends to sell the ...
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February 11, 2013
We have retained our Neutral recommendation on Sherwin-Williams (SHW) following our assessment of its fourth-quarter ...
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February 11, 2013
Bearish investors have the opportunity to gain from betting against a market rise, and the following ETFs can help ...
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February 08, 2013
Penske Automotive Group Inc. (PAG) posted a 21.3% increase in profits to 57 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012 from ...
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February 08, 2013
Sanofi (SNY) reported fourth quarter 2012 business earnings of 77 cents per American Depository Share (ADS), in line ...
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February 08, 2013
Leading rent-to-own operator, Aaron's Inc. (AAN) reported impressive financial results for the fourth quarter of ...
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February 07, 2013
Appliance and electronics retailer hhgregg, Inc (HGG) has launched a Price Match Guarantee policy where the company ...
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February 07, 2013
Fitch Ratings upgraded the previously assigned Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and senior unsecured debt rating to ...
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February 07, 2013
O'Reilly Automotive Inc. (ORLY) reported a 22.6% rise in adjusted earnings to $1.14 per share in the fourth quarter ...
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February 07, 2013
Leading information technology services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) posted a net ...
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February 06, 2013
Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc. (KRA) will feature its Cariflex polyisoprene products at MEDTEC Europe, scheduled ...
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February 05, 2013
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (SUPN) recently announced the launch of its antiepileptic drug, Oxtellar XR, in the ...
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February 05, 2013
Ireland-based Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that the company has reached an agreement in principle to resolve ...
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February 04, 2013
The 'offshoring' movement had a profound deleterious effect on the U.S. job market. Entire industries such as ...
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February 04, 2013
The Board of Directors of CarMax, Inc. (KMX) approved an extension of its existing share repurchase program to $500 ...
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February 01, 2013
Yesterday, the Board of Directors of Time Warner Cable Inc. (TWC) decided to hike its regular quarterly dividend ...
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February 01, 2013
As announced in the preliminary results reported on Jan 14, appliance and electronic retailer hhgregg Inc. (HGG) ...
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January 31, 2013
The telecommunications industry has emerged as a key driver of the global economic recovery. The unprecedented ...
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January 31, 2013
The telecommunications industry has emerged as a key driver of the global economic recovery. The unprecedented ...
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January 30, 2013
Time Warner Cable Inc. (TWC) - the second largest cable MSO in the U.S. - plans to increase rates on the back of ...
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January 30, 2013
Treasury bond ETFs have been having a dream run since mid 2011, primarily thanks to the monetary stimulus program ...
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January 29, 2013
Tyco International Ltd. (TYC) reported earnings per share (EPS before one-time items) of 40 cents in first quarter ...
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January 28, 2013
AmericaMovil (AMX), one of the leading telecom carriers in South America, has recently gained a 15-year license to ...
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January 24, 2013
Precision Castparts Corp. (PCP) reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 with earnings from ...
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January 24, 2013
We have retained our Neutral stance on Nike Inc. (NKE), as we remain impressed by its quarterly performances, robust ...
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January 24, 2013
Strong earnings from technology stocks created positive sentiment, lifting benchmarks into positive territory on ...
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January 24, 2013
F.N.B. Corporation's (FNB) fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 23 cents per share were ahead of the Zacks Consensus ...
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January 23, 2013
Diversified U.S. conglomerate Textron Inc. (TXT) announced fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 56 cents per ...
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January 22, 2013
Dish Network Corp. (DISH), the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S. is planning to close about 300 ...
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January 21, 2013
On Jan 16, we upgraded consumer electronics retailer, Best Buy Company Inc. (BBY) to Neutral from Underperform based ...
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January 21, 2013
U.S. Bancorp remains underappreciated for its superior quality.
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January 21, 2013
We are upgrading our recommendation on RadioShack Corp. (RSH) to Neutral backed by its extremely low level of ...
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January 18, 2013
Commerce is doing okay in an increasingly difficult environment.
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January 17, 2013
Pfizer Inc. (PFE) recently announced that it has launched its attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ...
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January 16, 2013
Commerce Bancshares Inc.'s (CBSH) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 72 cents per share were in line with the Zacks ...
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January 15, 2013
Appliance and electronics retailer hhgregg, Inc. (HGG) announced the preliminary results for the third quarter ...
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January 15, 2013
On January 10, we maintained our Neutral recommendation on BCE Inc (BCE) based on its unparalleled asset base along ...
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January 15, 2013
Dish is still working out its strategy, but the shares are no bargain in the meanwhile.
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January 15, 2013
Reportedly, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that Netflix Inc. (NFLX) had ...
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January 15, 2013
Yesterday, in a major strategic move, electronics retailer RadioShack Corp. (RSH) and Target Corp. (TGT) agreed to ...
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January 14, 2013
Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation (VAL) has unveiled three color trend palettes for 2013. The ...
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January 11, 2013
Infosys Technologies Limited (INFY) reported third quarter fiscal 2013 earnings per ADS from continuing operations ...
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January 11, 2013
Owing to continuing legal battle, DISH Network Corp. (DISH) was denied a prestigious award for its Hopper DVR at the ...
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January 10, 2013
Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced its intention to acquire privately-held biotech company, Lotus Tissue Repair, ...
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January 09, 2013
Yesterday, in a surprising move, DISH Network Corp. (DISH) stated its keenness to purchase the remaining 49% stake ...
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January 09, 2013
On January 8, Zacks Investment Research upgraded Union First Market Bankshares Corporation (UBSH) to a Zacks Rank #1 ...
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January 08, 2013
The fashion apparel retailer Wet Seal Inc.'s (WTSLA) search for a Chief Executive Officer ended with the appointment ...
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January 08, 2013
Blockbuster Inc., the sister concern of DISH Network Corp. (DISH) has released an application for smartphones ...
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January 08, 2013
PolyOne Corporation (POL) recently said that it is buying advanced composite products maker Glasforms, Inc. for ...
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January 08, 2013
Netflix Inc. (NFLX) recently signed an agreement with Warner Bros. Television Group, which will enable it to stream ...
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January 08, 2013
The second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., DISH Network Corp. (DISH), enriched its award winning Hopper ...
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January 04, 2013
The Nasdaq has slipped 0.4%, the S&P 500 has risen 0.2% and the Dow is unchanged so far today. The basic materials ...
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January 04, 2013
Benchmarks ended their two-day rally after minutes of the Federal Reserve's December policy meeting reflected ...
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January 03, 2013
The Valspar Corporation (VAL) announced that it has entered into a long-term strategic supply agreement with Ace ...
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January 03, 2013
The market has been quiet so far today, with the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow showing little change. The Nasdaq Composite ...
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January 03, 2013
There has been little movement in the market so far this morning. The Nasdaq has moved little; the S&P 500 has been ...
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January 02, 2013
The morning has been good for the market. The Nasdaq has risen 2.3%; the S&P 500 is trading up 1.8%; and the Dow has ...
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January 02, 2013
The Nasdaq is trading up 2.3%, the S&P 500 is up 1.8% and the Dow has increased 1.9% on a good day for the market so ...
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December 28, 2012
Investor fears about the Fiscal Cliff dilemma and a decline in consumer confidence dragged the benchmarks into ...
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December 27, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) - the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S. - plans to ask the Federal ...
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December 27, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today: the Nasdaq is trading down 0.7%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.8%; and the ...
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December 27, 2012
This morning has been rocky for the market. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.7%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.8%; and the Dow is ...
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December 27, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.7%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.8%; and the Dow is ...
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December 27, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.7%; the S&P 500 has ...
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December 27, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.7%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.8%; and the Dow has ...
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December 27, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (CBSH) as we believe that the risk-reward ...
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December 26, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has slipped 1.1%; the S&P 500 has slipped ...
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December 24, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.2%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.3%; and the Dow ...
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December 24, 2012
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. (CTSH) recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to ...
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December 21, 2012
Shire plc (SHPG) recently received some encouraging news from Europe regarding its attention deficit/hyperactivity ...
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December 21, 2012
The "January Effect" is a well-known market phenomenon famous for causing the stock market to rally during the month ...
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December 21, 2012
The market is down this morning. The Nasdaq has decreased 2%; the S&P 500 has slipped 1.9%; and the Dow is down ...
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December 21, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has decreased 2%; the S&P 500 is down 1.9%; and the Dow has fallen ...
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December 21, 2012
According to data from the National Association of Home Builders, each home built creates an average of three jobs ...
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December 21, 2012
Chicago-based meat company,The Hillshire Brands Company (HSH) recently announced that it has entered into an ...
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December 20, 2012
Chicago Bridge & Iron Co. N.V. (CBI) announced that its shareholders have approved the proposed acquisition of The ...
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December 20, 2012
Continuous rise in programming expenses has forced Time Warner Cable Inc. (TWC) - the second-largest cable operator ...
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December 20, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.4%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow has decreased 0.1%. The ...
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December 20, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has declined 0.4%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow has slipped 0.1%. The consumer ...
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December 19, 2012
As the calendars get ready to flip to 2013, another chapter in the relatively short history of ETFs will be written. ...
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December 18, 2012
Sprint Nextel Corp. S) has finally inked an agreement to acquire the remaining 50% stake in Clearwire Corporation ...
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December 17, 2012
Sprint's barely higher bid is likely to still leave many Clearwire shareholders unhappy.
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December 17, 2012
Investor apprehensions about the Fiscal Cliff once again dented the benchmarks on Friday. The S&P 500 and the Dow ...
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December 14, 2012
We maintain our long term 'Neutral' recommendation on leading U.S. broad line retailer, Sears Holdings Corporation ...
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December 14, 2012
The Valspar Corporation (VAL), the sixth largest paint and coatings manufacturer globally, has beefed up its ...
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December 13, 2012
Sears Canada Inc., a unit of leading U.S. broad line retailer, Sears Holdings Corporation (SHLD), has agreed to ...
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December 13, 2012
Benchmarks lost most of the gains that were propelled by the central bank's announcement of a new stimulus plan and ...
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December 12, 2012
Sprint Nextel Corp. S), one of the leading wireless providers in the U.S., is in talks to buy a 49% stake in ...
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December 12, 2012
This month, legendary bond king Bill Gross published hisinvestment outlook, aptly titled "Strawberry Fields - ...
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December 11, 2012
A recent Bloomberg report stated that Sprint Nextel Corp. S) is trying to forge a partnership with DISH Network ...
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December 11, 2012
DIRECTV (DTV), the largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., has started charging an extra fee of $3 per month from ...
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December 11, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has increased 1.7%; the S&P 500 is trading up 1%; and the Dow is ...
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December 11, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved up 1.7%, the S&P 500 is trading up 1% and the Dow has risen 0.9%, marking a bad morning for the ...
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December 10, 2012
A better-than-expected government jobs report helped the Dow and S&P 500 achieve a winning finish, but Apple's ...
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December 07, 2012
The Nasdaq is down 0.7%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has moved up 0.3% after the morning's trading. The ...
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December 07, 2012
The Nasdaq has decreased 0.7%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow has climbed 0.3% so far today. The recent ...
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December 07, 2012
The Nasdaq has fallen 0.7%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow is up 0.3% after the morning's trading. The ...
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December 06, 2012
H&R Block Inc.'s (HRB) second quarter 2013, ending October 30, adjusted loss from continuing operations came in at ...
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December 06, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq has risen 0.7%; the S&P 500 has moved up 0.3%; and the Dow has ...
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December 05, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) - the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S. has decided to pay a special cash ...
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December 05, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 1%, the S&P 500 is down 0.1% and the Dow has climbed 0.2% so far today. The consumer cyclical ...
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December 05, 2012
The Nasdaq has declined 1%, the S&P 500 is trading down 0.1% and the Dow has risen 0.2% after the morning's trading. ...
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December 04, 2012
We have reaffirmed our Neutral recommendation on Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) based on its fundamentals ...
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December 04, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq is trading down 0.5%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.3% and the Dow is unchanged. The healthcare ...
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December 04, 2012
The Nasdaq has decreased 0.5%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.3% and the Dow has moved little so far today. The ...
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December 04, 2012
DIRECTV could still provide gains from here.
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December 03, 2012
In an effort to consolidate its footprint in Canada, Willis North America, a unit of Willis Group Holdings plc ...
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November 30, 2012
Sharp's rumored pursuit of Intel and Dell as investors doesn't seem to make a lot of sense.
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November 30, 2012
Electronics retailers have taken a beating over the past year. The holiday season has led to a resurgence, but will ...
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November 29, 2012
Everything including deal wins, technical collaborations and an expanding project pipeline seem to be going in favor ...
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November 29, 2012
Sauer-Danfoss once again fields what looks like a low-ball offer from Danfoss A/S.
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November 29, 2012
The morning has been good for the market. The Nasdaq is up 0.5%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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November 28, 2012
The Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 is up 0.1% and the Dow has increased 0.2% so far today. Most stocks on ...
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November 28, 2012
After this morning's trading, the Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged, the S&P 500 has climbed 0.1% and the Dow is ...
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November 28, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.1% and the Dow has increased ...
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November 28, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.1% and the Dow has increased 0.2%. The ...
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November 27, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on The Valspar Corporation (VAL) following our assessment of its mixed ...
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November 27, 2012
ConAgra finally gets its deal with Ralcorp.
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November 27, 2012
BankUnited, Inc. (BKU) jumped on the bandwagon of rewarding shareholders via enhanced capital deployment activities. ...
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November 27, 2012
Bayer (BAYRY) recently announced that it will not go ahead with its proposed acquisition of nutritional supplement ...
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November 26, 2012
DirecTV (DTV), the largest satellite TV provider in the U.S., has launched a satellite and broadband bundled service ...
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November 26, 2012
We reiterate our Neutral recommendation on DISH Network Corp. (DISH) following its mixed financial results in the ...
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November 26, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.4%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.7%; and the Dow is ...
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November 26, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.4%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.7%; and the Dow is ...
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November 23, 2012
Rating agency Standard and Poor's (S&P) downgraded the credit rating of the struggling U.S. consumer electronics and ...
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November 23, 2012
BASF ties up another high-grade fish oil company in Pronovna, adding to the recent rise in popularity for the fish ...
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November 22, 2012
It may be best to continue to wait on the sidelines until a market pullback or a Hormel-specific freakout gives ...
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November 21, 2012
We are downgrading Willis Group Holdings plc (WSH) to Underperform from Neutral on the back of weak performance in ...
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November 21, 2012
Yesterday DISH Network Corp. (DISH) reportedly suffered a setback as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has ...
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November 21, 2012
This morning, the Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged, the S&P 500 has risen 0.1% and the Dow has moved up 0.2%. The ...
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November 21, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has moved little, the S&P 500 has increased 0.1% and the Dow is trading up ...
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November 21, 2012
Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation's (VAL) fourth-quarter fiscal 2012 (ended on Oct 26) ...
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November 20, 2012
Leading paints and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation (VAL) announced the collaboration with B&Q, an operating ...
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November 20, 2012
The market has been steady this morning, with the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and Dow moving relatively little. Also known as ...
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November 20, 2012
It's been a quiet morning for the market. The Nasdaq has moved little; the S&P 500 has been relatively flat; and the ...
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November 20, 2012
This morning, the market has been relatively quiet. The Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged; the S&P 500 has been ...
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November 19, 2012
Two weeks after Bayer offered to buy Schiff for $34 a share, Reckitt Benckiser is offering $42 a share. A bidding ...
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November 16, 2012
Recently, Waddell & Reed Financial Inc. (WDR) announced major capital deployment activities to boost shareholder ...
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November 16, 2012
The J.M. Smucker Company (SJM) reported second quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings (excluding special project ...
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November 16, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 1%, the S&P 500 falling 0.6% and the Dow declining 0.8%. The ...
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November 16, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today: the Nasdaq is trading down 1%; the S&P 500 is down 0.6%; and the Dow has ...
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November 16, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has declined 1%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.6%; and the Dow ...
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November 16, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 1%, the S&P 500 declining 0.6% and the Dow falling 0.8%. The ...
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November 16, 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation (SHLD) reported third-quarter 2012 adjusted loss of $1.99 per share, narrower than the ...
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November 15, 2012
The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) announced that it has entered into an agreement to buy Mexico's leading paint ...
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November 15, 2012
Sherwin-Williams is acquiring Comex for $2.34B. I'll look at why the deal looks good.
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November 15, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.4%; the S&P 500 has ...
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November 12, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 0.1%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow has declined 0.1% so far today. ...
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November 12, 2012
The Nasdaq is down 0.1%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is trading down 0.1% so far today. The ...
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November 12, 2012
The Nasdaq has declined 0.1%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has fallen 0.1% after the morning's trading. ...
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November 12, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is down 0.1%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow has slipped ...
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November 12, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is trading down 0.1%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow has fallen ...
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November 08, 2012
The Nasdaq is down 0.5%, the S&P 500 is trading down 0.2% and the Dow has slipped 0.2%, marking a bad morning for ...
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November 07, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 2.7%, the S&P 500 has declined 2.6% and the Dow has slipped 2.5% on a bad morning for the ...
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November 07, 2012
Bayer announced November 2 that it's buying Schiff for $1.2 billion to bulk up its consumer business.
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November 07, 2012
Leading information technology services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) posted a net ...
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November 07, 2012
Cognizant Technology Solutions (Nasdaq:CTSH) announced its results for the third quarter on November 7, 2012. ...
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November 06, 2012
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) is expected to report revenues of approximately $1.875 billion in ...
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November 06, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) declared weak financial results for the second quarter of 2012 way behind the Zacks ...
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November 06, 2012
International Rectifier Corp. (IRF) has reported first-quarter 2013 loss of 20 cents per share, better than the ...
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November 05, 2012
Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (CBSH) announced major capital deployment actions to enhance shareholders' value. Apart ...
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November 05, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq is trading up 0.1%, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.3% and the Dow has declined 0.3%. The energy ...
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November 05, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has increased 0.4%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.1% and the Dow remains ...
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November 02, 2012
DIRECTV (DTV) is set to unveil its second-quarter 2012 results on Thursday, August 2, 2012, before the opening bell. ...
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November 02, 2012
Hillshire Brands Company (HSH), formerly Sara Lee Corporation, reported adjusted earnings of 51 cents per diluted ...
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November 02, 2012
Dish Network Corp. (DISH) is slated to release its third-quarter 2012 earnings results on Tuesday, November 6, ...
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November 02, 2012
The Nasdaq is unchanged, the S&P 500 is down 0.2% and the Dow is down 0.3% so far today. The consumer cyclical ...
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November 02, 2012
Cognizant Technology (Nasdaq:CTSH) is expected to report increased earnings when it releases its third quarter ...
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November 02, 2012
Union First Market Bankshares Corporation (UBSH) reported a third-quarter earnings surprise of 12.1% last month, ...
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November 01, 2012
We are retaining our Neutral recommendation on leading paints maker The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) following its ...
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November 01, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is trading up 1.3%; the S&P 500 is up 1%; and the Dow has ...
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October 30, 2012
Bayer's (BAYRY) earnings during the third quarter of 2012 came in at ¬1.20 per share (approx $1.50) compared with ...
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October 29, 2012
Shire's (SHPG) third quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of $1.36 per American Depositary Share (ADS) ...
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October 29, 2012
TCF Financial Corporation (TCB) reported third quarter 2012 net income of 19 cents per share, marginally beating the ...
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October 29, 2012
Earnings momentum for Washington Trust Bancorp Inc. (WASH) has been increasing since this major regional bank posted ...
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October 26, 2012
Sanofi (SNY) reported third quarter 2012 business earnings of $1.05 per American Depositary Share (ADS), much lower ...
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October 26, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has declined 0.1%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.2%; and the ...
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October 26, 2012
Late Wednesday night, the Chief Executives from more than 80 different mega-U.S. corporations came together to ...
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October 25, 2012
Sherwin-Williams Co.'s (SHW) third-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $2.29 per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus ...
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October 25, 2012
The morning has been quiet for the market. The Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged; the S&P 500 has moved little; ...
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October 25, 2012
It's been a quiet morning for the market. The Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged; the S&P 500 has moved little; and ...
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October 25, 2012
It's been a quiet morning for the market. The Nasdaq is unchanged; the S&P 500 has been relatively flat; and the Dow ...
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October 25, 2012
Benchmarks lost out on their initial gains on Wednesday and ended in the red after corporate results dampened ...
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October 24, 2012
Willis Group Holdings plc (WSH) reported third-quarter 2012 adjusted net income from continuing operations of 22 ...
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October 24, 2012
The Nasdaq is unchanged, the S&P 500 has climbed 0.1% and the Dow is trading up 0.3% so far today. The financial ...
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October 24, 2012
The nightmare of RadioShack Corp. (RSH) persists as the company continues with its disappointing performance. The ...
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October 23, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.8%, the S&P 500 is down 1.5% and the Dow has slipped 1.8%, marking a bad morning for ...
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October 23, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.8%; the S&P 500 is down ...
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October 22, 2012
V.F. Corporation (VFC) reported third-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $3.52 per share, speeding ahead of the ...
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October 19, 2012
Disappointing quarterly results from Google combined with mixed economic reports dragged the benchmarks into ...
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October 18, 2012
Based in Greensboro, North Carolina, V. F. Corporation (VFC), one of the world's largest apparel companies, is ...
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October 18, 2012
Tetra Tech, Inc. (TTEK) has been selected to deliver technical support to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ...
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October 18, 2012
Dividend growth can be one of the best ways for investors to grow wealth over the long term. However, finding those ...
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October 18, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.3%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow has moved up ...
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October 17, 2012
Shares of V.F. Corporation (VFC) set a new 52-week high of $168.32 on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, beating its ...
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October 16, 2012
Commerce Bancshares Inc.'s (CBSH) third quarter 2012 earnings of 75 cents per share lagged the Zacks Consensus ...
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October 16, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has increased 1.1%; the S&P 500 has risen 1%; and the Dow is ...
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October 16, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq moving up 1.1%, the S&P 500 rising 1% and the Dow climbing 1%. The ...
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October 16, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has risen 1.1%; the S&P 500 has increased 1%; and the Dow has ...
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October 16, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is trading up 1.4%; the S&P 500 has increased ...
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October 16, 2012
Infosys hopes to reverse softer growth and weakening margins. Investors may find this to be a good time to buy.
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October 16, 2012
Strong September retail sales data coupled with better-than-expected quarterly results by Citigroup drove the ...
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October 15, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq is up 0.3%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.3%; and the Dow has ...
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October 12, 2012
In order to improve financial performance and enhance its liquidity position, the largest U.S.-based broad line ...
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October 12, 2012
Ashland's specialty businesses could reverse historically weak cash flow margins.
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October 11, 2012
After this morning's trading, the market is looking good. The Nasdaq has risen 0.3%; the S&P 500 has increased 0.6%; ...
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October 11, 2012
It's been a good morning for the market. The Nasdaq is trading up 0.3%; the S&P 500 has moved up 0.6%; and the Dow ...
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October 11, 2012
The morning has been good for the market. The Nasdaq is up 0.3%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.6%; and the Dow has moved ...
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October 11, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq moving up 0.3%, the S&P 500 rising 0.6% and the Dow climbing 0.3%. The ...
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October 10, 2012
The Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow has decreased 0.5% so far today. The ...
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October 09, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) - the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S. - has reached a long-term fee ...
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October 09, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has fallen 1.7%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.8%; and the Dow is ...
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October 09, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq is down 1.7%; the S&P 500 has ...
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October 08, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq declining 1%, the S&P 500 slipping 0.5% and the Dow falling 0.3%. The ...
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October 08, 2012
The Nasdaq has decreased 1%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.5% and the Dow has fallen 0.3%, marking a bad morning for ...
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October 08, 2012
The Nasdaq has fallen 1%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.4% and the Dow is trading down 0.3%, marking a bad morning for ...
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October 08, 2012
IndexIQ, the firm behind some of the first hedge fund replication ETFs, expanded its lineup last week with the debut ...
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October 05, 2012
The nightmare of RadioShack Corp. (RSH) persists as the company continues with its disappointing performance. ...
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October 05, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq has risen 0.2%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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October 05, 2012
The Nasdaq is up 0.2%, the S&P 500 has moved up 0.5% and the Dow has climbed 0.5% on a good day for the market so ...
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October 04, 2012
Cognizant Technologies (CTSH) recently announced an alliance with Monitise Group wherein Cognizant's extensive ...
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October 04, 2012
The unprecedented growth of high-speed Internet traffic, particularly for wireless data and video, has transformed ...
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October 04, 2012
Relatively small ETF issuers continue to lead the charge on the product development front, adding a host of new ...
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October 04, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has been relatively flat, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.4% and the Dow has climbed 0.5%. The ...
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October 02, 2012
We are maintaining our 'Neutral' recommendation on Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (CBSH) as we believe that the ...
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October 02, 2012
The Nasdaq has risen 0.4%, the S&P 500 is up 0.1% and the Dow has decreased 0.2% after the morning's trading. The ...
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October 01, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) - the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S. may face a hefty charge of $2.4 ...
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October 01, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH), the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., is currently exploring its ...
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October 01, 2012
The morning has been good for the market. The Nasdaq is up 0.6%; the S&P 500 has moved up 0.8%; and the Dow has ...
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September 28, 2012
DISH Network Corp.(DISH) - the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., has announced to launch ...
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September 28, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 0.8%, the S&P 500 down 0.7% and the Dow declining 0.7%. The ...
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September 27, 2012
The nightmare for RadioShack Corp. (RSH) persists as the company's chief executive officer (CEO) James F. Gooch ...
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September 26, 2012
Shares of Home Depot Inc. (HD) set a new 52-week high of $60.58 on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, beating its previous ...
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September 25, 2012
TiVo Inc. (TIVO) will be receiving $250.4 million from Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) to settle a certain DVR ...
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September 24, 2012
The U.S. District Judge in Miami has given the preliminary approval for the payment of a total of $199.5 million by ...
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September 24, 2012
Buoyed by impressive second-quarter 2012 results and strategies undertaken to reposition itself in an economy that ...
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September 24, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.7%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.2%; and the Dow is ...
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September 24, 2012
The world's largest Internet retailer Amazon.com, Inc.'s (AMZN) Kindle tablets and e-readers will no more be sold at ...
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September 21, 2012
To expand its global presence, V.F. Corporation (VFC) came up with massive plans for Asia Pacific, one of the ...
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September 21, 2012
Netflix Inc.'s (NFLX) subscribers in the U.S., U.K. and Canada will be able to stream Morgan Spurlock's MANSOME, a ...
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September 21, 2012
ConAgra is a decent hold and if it can find a way to lift its free cash flow margin into the high single-digits, ...
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September 21, 2012
ETFs continue to gain popularity as these innovative financial instruments allow for easy access to virtually any ...
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September 20, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has fallen 0.3%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.3%; and the Dow is ...
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September 20, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq is trading down 0.3%, the S&P 500 has fallen 0.3% and the Dow has slipped ...
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September 20, 2012
Following its first quarter earnings release on September 18, shares of Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. (SHF) ...
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September 19, 2012
The Nasdaq is up 0.1%, the S&P 500 is up 0.2% and the Dow has climbed 0.3% on a good day for the market so far. The ...
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September 19, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq increasing 0.1%, the S&P 500 climbing 0.2% and the Dow up 0.3%. The ...
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September 18, 2012
The second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., DISH Network Corp. (DISH), intends to launch an electronic ...
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September 18, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has climbed 0.1%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has risen 0.1%. The NYSE is a stock ...
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September 18, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has risen 0.1%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has moved up 0.1%. The financial sector ...
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September 18, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has risen 0.1%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has increased 0.1%. The transportation ...
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September 18, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has increased 0.1%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow is trading up 0.1%. ...
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September 17, 2012
Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted the company's ...
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September 17, 2012
Based on the company's weaker-than-expected quarterly results, we have downgraded our long-term recommendation on ...
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September 17, 2012
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (SHO), a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT), recently penned an agreement to ...
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September 17, 2012
Ashland Inc. (ASH) is poised for growth due to strong demand from energy and construction markets, as well as ...
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September 14, 2012
Leading fashion retailer, Nordstrom Inc. (JWN) is now set to move across the Unites States borders to establish its ...
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September 14, 2012
The Nasdaq has climbed 1.1%, the S&P 500 has risen 0.6% and the Dow is up 0.4% on a good day for the market so far. ...
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September 14, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq has increased 1.1%; the S&P 500 has risen 0.6%; and the Dow has ...
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September 13, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning, with the Nasdaq climbing 0.3%, the S&P 500 up 0.1% and the Dow rising 0.2%. ...
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September 13, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq increasing 0.3%, the S&P 500 climbing 0.1% and the Dow up 0.2%. The ...
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September 12, 2012
Shire LLC, a subsidiary of Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that it has entered into a settlement agreement with ...
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September 12, 2012
We are retaining our Neutral recommendation on The Valspar Corporation (VAL) following its mixed third-quarter ...
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September 12, 2012
NuStar Energy L.P. (NS) - owner/operator of crude oil and refined products pipelines and storage facilities - ...
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September 11, 2012
ABC's popular shows Revenge, Once Upon a Time and Scandal are now available on Netflix's (NFLX) streaming service. ...
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September 10, 2012
The Nasdaq has declined 0.6%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow is trading up 0.1% after the ...
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September 10, 2012
The Nasdaq is down 0.6%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is up 0.1% so far today. The consumer ...
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September 10, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.6%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow has ...
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September 10, 2012
We are downgrading Progressive Corp. (PGR) to Underperform from Neutral as the company continues to deliver lower ...
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September 07, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%, the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3% and the Dow has been ...
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September 07, 2012
Smithfield's fresh pork business looks vulnerable, but is the packaged business undervalued?
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September 07, 2012
Conn's Inc. (CONN) posted adjusted earnings per share of 36 cents in the second quarter of fiscal 2013, beating the ...
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September 06, 2012
NuStar Energy L.P. (NS) - owner/operator of crude oil and refined products pipelines and storage facilities - has ...
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September 06, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has increased 1.9%, the S&P 500 has risen 1.8% and the Dow has moved up ...
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September 05, 2012
The store expansion plans of leading fashion retailer, Nordstrom Inc. (JWN), are in full swing. The Seattle-based ...
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September 05, 2012
Struggling electronics retailer RadioShack Corp. (RSH) has collaborated with Cricket Communications, a wholly-owned ...
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September 04, 2012
Hillshire Brands Company (HSH), formerly Sara Lee Corporation, has launched a new version of its popular Lemon Pound ...
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September 04, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is down 0.8%; the S&P 500 has decreased ...
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September 04, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.8%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.6% and the Dow has fallen 0.8% on a bad morning for the ...
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August 31, 2012
Accenture Plc. (ACN) recently announced that it will acquire the Singapore-based distributor management and mobility ...
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August 31, 2012
DIRECTV (DTV) reported mixed financial results for the second quarter of 2012. The company generated a record high ...
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August 30, 2012
The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) has voluntarily recalled 98,400 units of its Krylon-branded acrylic paints citing ...
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August 30, 2012
The market is off to a rough start. After this morning's trading, the Nasdaq is down 0.9%, the S&P 500 has fallen ...
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August 30, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market so far this morning. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.9%; the S&P 500 is down 0.7%; and ...
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August 30, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has declined 0.9%; the S&P 500 has decreased 0.7%; and the Dow ...
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August 30, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has slipped 0.9%; the S&P 500 is down 0.7%; and the Dow is trading ...
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August 29, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) plans to enhance its IPTV service offerings by introducing an array of services to ...
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August 29, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 0.2%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow has remained steady after the ...
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August 29, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is down 0.2%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has moved little. The ...
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August 27, 2012
Following the second quarter 2012 earnings announcement on August 8, most of the analysts covering DISH Network ...
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August 27, 2012
One of China's largest petrochemical companies, Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical Company Limited (SHI) announced first ...
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August 24, 2012
Dish Network Corp. (DISH) - the second largest satellite TV provider in the U.S. - again seems to get into trouble ...
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August 24, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq has moved up 0.6%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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August 24, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has risen 0.6%, the S&P 500 has increased 0.5% and the Dow is trading up ...
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August 24, 2012
While Hormel continues to deliver as one of the best meat-centric processed food names, its valuation is not ...
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August 24, 2012
Salesforce.com Inc. (CRM) reported second quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 5 cents, a penny ...
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August 21, 2012
The Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 has risen 0.3% and the Dow is up 0.2% so far today. The consumer ...
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August 20, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.2%, the S&P 500 is down 0.3% and the Dow has declined 0.2%. ...
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August 20, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%; the S&P 500 has ...
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August 17, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved up 0.2%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has declined 0.2% so far today. The financial ...
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August 17, 2012
Benchmarks posted decent gains on Thursday backed by encouraging earnings from Cisco and a statement by Angela ...
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August 16, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH), the second largest satellite TV operator in the U.S., has decided to launch a nationwide ...
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August 16, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has climbed 0.8%; the S&P 500 has moved up ...
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August 16, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading up 0.8%, the S&P 500 has risen 0.3% and the Dow has increased 0.3%, marking a bad morning for ...
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August 16, 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation (SHLD) reported second-quarter 2012 adjusted loss of 86 cents per share, wider than the ...
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August 16, 2012
We're again chock-full of data this morning: Initial Jobless Claims are up, Housing Starts are down, Building ...
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August 16, 2012
August 16, 2012 This is Mark Vickery, again covering for Sheraz Mian while he is away this week. We're again ...
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August 16, 2012
Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation's (VAL) third-quarter fiscal 2012 (end July 27) adjusted ...
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August 14, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has climbed 0.6%, the S&P 500 is up 0.3% and the Dow has risen 0.3%. The ...
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August 14, 2012
Ashland Inc. (ASH) is poised for growth as demand increases from the core markets that it serves. The specialty ...
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August 13, 2012
Streaming services provider, Netflix Inc. (NFLX) recently announced the availability of its "Just for Kids" category ...
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August 13, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.3%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.4%; and the Dow has ...
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August 10, 2012
AdvisorShares, one of the largest issuers of active ETFs, made another addition to its lineup this week with the ...
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August 09, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq declining 0.1%, the S&P 500 falling 0.2% and the Dow slipping 0.2%. ...
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August 07, 2012
A margin squeeze could crush Tyson's profitability. However, because Tyson shares are trading at more than 10% below ...
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August 07, 2012
Over the past decade, the growth of the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry has given investors a host of choices ...
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August 07, 2012
" Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE:CHK) posted second quarter earnings per share of $0.06, missing the Zacks ...
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August 06, 2012
The market is on the rise so far this morning. The Nasdaq has increased 1%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.5%; and the ...
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August 06, 2012
The morning has been good for the market. The Nasdaq is trading up 1%; the S&P 500 is up 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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August 06, 2012
Cognizant Technology Solutions (Nasdaq:CTSH) announced its results for the second quarter on August 6, 2012. ...
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August 03, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq has climbed 2.2%; the S&P 500 has moved up 2%; and the Dow has ...
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August 02, 2012
Shire plc (SHPG) posted second-quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of $1.68 per American Depositary ...
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August 02, 2012
Tetra Tech Inc. (TTEK) reported third-quarter fiscal 2012 earnings per share from continuing operations of 45 cents, ...
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August 02, 2012
As American Treasury rates have continued to fall thanks to European issues and a sputtering economy, the ripple ...
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August 02, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq down 0.4%, the S&P 500 slipping 0.8% and the Dow declining 0.8%. The ...
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August 02, 2012
Willis Group Holdings plc (WSH) reported second-quarter 2012 adjusted net income from continuing operations of 59 ...
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August 01, 2012
Aon Corporation (AON) reported second quarter 2012 earnings of $1.02 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
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August 01, 2012
Cognizant Technology (Nasdaq:CTSH) will release its second quarter results on Monday, August 6, 2012. Analysts are ...
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July 31, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq is trading up 0.4%, the S&P 500 has been relatively flat and the Dow is unchanged. The ...
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July 31, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has moved up 0.4%, the S&P 500 is unchanged and the Dow has been relatively flat. The ...
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July 31, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is trading up 0.4%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is ...
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July 31, 2012
• Shares of The Shaw Group Inc. (NYSE:SHAW) surged 55.4% following an announcement on Monday that it was being ...
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July 30, 2012
CB&I makes a bold bid for an underperforming E&C peer in what's a transformative but risky deal for the company.
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July 30, 2012
Comcast Corp. (CMCSA) is slated to release its second quarter 2012 results on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, before the ...
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July 30, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market so far this morning. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%; the S&P 500 has fallen 0.1%; and ...
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July 30, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.1%; and the Dow has ...
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July 30, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2%; and the Dow has ...
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July 30, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq is down 0.2%; the S&P 500 has decreased 0.2%; and the Dow has ...
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July 30, 2012
Halliburton reiterated a downturn in the hydraulic fracturing market during the second quarter.
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July 27, 2012
Sanofi (SNY) reported second quarter 2012 business earnings of 95 cents per American Depository Share (ADS), much ...
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July 27, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has increased 1.4%, the S&P 500 has climbed 1.1% and the Dow is trading up ...
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July 26, 2012
Recent developments in the domestic as well as global markets have led to an increase in volatility across all asset ...
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July 26, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq has risen 1.1%; the S&P 500 has increased 1.3%; and the Dow has ...
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July 26, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq has climbed 1.1%; the S&P 500 has increased 1.3%; and the Dow is ...
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July 26, 2012
So far today, the market has been on the rise. The Nasdaq has climbed 1.1%; the S&P 500 has risen 1.3%; and the Dow ...
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July 26, 2012
So far today, the market has been on the rise. The Nasdaq has climbed 1.1%; the S&P 500 has moved up 1.3%; and the ...
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July 25, 2012
Recently, Cognizant Technologies (CTSH) has been selected by a global leader in healthcare, lighting, and consumer ...
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July 25, 2012
Zillow says national home prices increased in the second quarter year-over-year for the first time since 2007. Find ...
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July 25, 2012
Keeping in mind the present day's young women, who are both fashion conscious and career-oriented, broadline ...
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July 25, 2012
The nightmare of RadioShack Corp. (RSH) persists as the company continues with its disappointing performance. The ...
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July 23, 2012
RadioShack Corp. (RSH) is slated to release its second quarter 2012 results on July 25, before the market opens. The ...
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July 23, 2012
After a bad morning, the Nasdaq has decreased 1.9%, the S&P 500 has slipped 1.3% and the Dow is down 1.1%. The ...
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July 23, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq decreasing 1.9%, the S&P 500 down 1.3% and the Dow slipping 1.1%. The ...
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July 23, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq is trading down 1.9%, the S&P 500 has declined 1.3% and the Dow has fallen ...
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July 23, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is down 1.9%; the S&P 500 has fallen ...
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July 20, 2012
TCF Financial Corporation (TCB) reported second quarter 2012 net income of 20 cents per share, marginally beating ...
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July 20, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH), the second largest satellite television provider in the U.S., announced in a regulatory ...
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July 20, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.7%, the S&P 500 has fallen 0.7% and the Dow has slipped 0.8%, marking a bad morning for ...
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July 19, 2012
Blockbuster L.L.C., a subsidiary of DISH Network Corp. (DISH), has acquired the assets of Alpha Bay that provide ...
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July 19, 2012
Huntington Bancshares Inc. (HBAN) came up with better-than-expected results in the second quarter of 2012. The ...
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July 19, 2012
The second quarter of fiscal 2012 marked great uncertainty for equity markets worldwide. After posting double digit ...
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July 19, 2012
Sherwin-Williams Co. (SHW) reported net earnings of $2.21 per share in the second quarter of 2012 versus $1.74 per ...
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July 19, 2012
V.F. Corporation (VFC) reported second-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $1.11 per share, speeding ahead of the ...
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July 19, 2012
It's been a good morning for the market. The Nasdaq has increased 0.5%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3%; and the Dow is ...
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July 18, 2012
U.S. Bancorp stays on track with another solid quarter.
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July 18, 2012
Sherwin Williams Company (SHW) is scheduled to report its second-quarter 2012 results before the market opens on ...
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July 17, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.1%, the S&P 500 is down 0.1% and the Dow has slipped 0.2%, marking a bad morning for ...
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July 17, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.1%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.1% and the Dow is down 0.2%. ...
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July 17, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 0.1%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.1% and the Dow is trading down 0.2% on a bad morning for the ...
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July 17, 2012
Commerce looks like a decent enough hold, but not really a compelling buy, as it continues to act conservatively.
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July 16, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved little, the S&P 500 is trading down 0.1% and the Dow has declined 0.3% so far today. The ...
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July 16, 2012
After the morning's trading, the market is not looking good. The Nasdaq is trading down 2%; the S&P 500 is down ...
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July 16, 2012
SinceSPY made its debut as the first exchange-traded fund in 1993, the ETF industry has sure come a long way with ...
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July 13, 2012
We retain our Neutral recommendation on DFC Global Corp. (DLLR), factoring in the downward trend of cash checking ...
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July 13, 2012
Commerce Bancshares Inc.'s (CBSH) second quarter 2012 earnings of 80 cents per share significantly outpaced the ...
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July 12, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is trading down 1.3%; the S&P 500 has ...
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July 12, 2012
The Nasdaq has decreased 1.3%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.8% and the Dow is down 0.5% on a bad morning for the ...
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July 12, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq is trading down 1.3%; the S&P 500 is ...
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July 12, 2012
The disagreement between DIRECTV (DTV) and TV network major Viacom, Inc. (VIAB) regarding programming fees has led ...
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July 11, 2012
We are downgrading our long-term recommendation on Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) to Neutral. The company might face ...
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July 11, 2012
Shaw looks undervalued, but there's a lot of uncertainty to the model.
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July 11, 2012
hhgreg's service-oriented business model may just not be practical in the current retail world, which also suggests ...
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July 11, 2012
The Nasdaq has fallen 0.5%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is trading down 0.2% after the ...
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July 11, 2012
" Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA) posted second quarter earnings per share of $0.06, matching the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
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July 10, 2012
One of the leading satellite companies in the U.S., DISH Network Corporation's (DISH) appeal to change the trial ...
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July 10, 2012
We are downgrading our recommendation on The Valspar Corporation (VAL) to Neutral, considering raw material cost ...
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July 10, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.5%, the S&P 500 has fallen 0.2% and the Dow has increased ...
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July 10, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is trading down 0.5%, the S&P 500 is down 0.2% and the Dow has risen 0.1%. ...
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July 10, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 0.5%, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.2% and the Dow has risen 0.1% so far today. The recent ...
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July 09, 2012
Satellite TV provider Dish Network Corp. (DISH) continues to expand its movie channel lineups with the addition of ...
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July 09, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq is trading down 0.3%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.3%; and the Dow ...
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July 06, 2012
Shares of Netflix Inc. (NFLX) surged 13.4% to close at $81.72 on July 5, 2012, after Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") ...
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July 06, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq is up 0.1%, the S&P 500 is down 0.5% and the Dow has slipped 0.3%. Formerly run as a private ...
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July 05, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved up 0.3%, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.2% and the Dow is down 0.1% so far today. Also known as ...
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July 05, 2012
Recently, a legal representative of satellite TV provider DISH Network Corporation (DISH) has appealed before a New ...
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July 03, 2012
Mounting programming costs have forced the second largest satellite TV provider, Dish Network Corp. (DISH), to ...
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July 03, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is up 0.7%; the S&P 500 has moved up 0.7%; ...
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July 02, 2012
U.S. data was in focus as the markets opened up the first trading day of the third quarter. Unfortunately, the data ...
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July 02, 2012
AT&T Inc. T), the second-largest U.S. mobile service provider, successfully renewed a long-term contract with AMC ...
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June 29, 2012
As the first half of 2012 draws to a close, many investors are looking back on what has been a tumultuous start to ...
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June 29, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq is up 2.4%; the S&P 500 has moved up 1.9%; and the Dow has climbed ...
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June 28, 2012
PolyOne Corporation's (POL) subsidiary, ColorMatrix, announced it would open a new facility in South Africa to serve ...
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June 28, 2012
Devon Energy is looking to increase crude oil and liquids development and moved steadily towards this goal during ...
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June 28, 2012
In light of TIPS continued negative yields, investors may want to explore other options for inflation fighting. Here ...
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June 27, 2012
We are upgrading our recommendation on RadioShack Corp. (RSH) to Neutral based on its current valuation, which ...
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June 27, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on Commerce Bancshares, Inc. (CBSH) as we believe that the risk-reward ...
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June 26, 2012
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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June 26, 2012
We maintain a Neutral recommendation on Tetra Tech Inc. (TTEK). The company reported an increase in its top- and ...
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June 25, 2012
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) is set to drop overdraft fees on debit card transactions of $5 or less, effective next ...
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June 25, 2012
The Nasdaq has declined 2%, the S&P 500 has fallen 1.7% and the Dow has slipped 1.3% on a bad morning for the ...
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June 25, 2012
Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation (VAL) has introduced, through its Paint division, a new ...
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June 22, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has risen 0.5%, the S&P 500 has moved up 0.3% and the Dow has increased ...
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June 21, 2012
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (SHO), a real estate investment trust (REIT), has recently priced a secondary ...
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June 21, 2012
New York, June 21st (TradersHuddle.com) - Shares of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SHLD) closed the trading ...
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June 20, 2012
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (SHO), a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT), recently announced that it has ...
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June 20, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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June 19, 2012
Best Buy Company Inc. (BBY), a multinational specialty retailer of consumer electronics, home office products, ...
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June 15, 2012
Recently, Cognizant Technology (CTSH) extended its relationship with ING U.S., whereby the former can offer a broad ...
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June 13, 2012
DISH Network Corp. (DISH) recently selected the world's leading mobile chipset maker Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM) for the ...
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June 13, 2012
If RenRe can maintain low teen ROEs for the long term, the stock is about 10-15% underpriced today. That's not a bad ...
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June 12, 2012
Cricket Communication, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leap Wireless International Inc. (LEAP), has launched its ...
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June 12, 2012
Shinhan looks like a good mix of growth and value.
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June 11, 2012
New York, June 11th (TradersHuddle.com) - Shares of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SHLD) ended the trading ...
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June 11, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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June 11, 2012
In a bid to tap the growing Asian market, RadioShack Corp. (RSH) recently entered into an agreement with Asian ...
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June 11, 2012
Titan may be too aggressive in acquiring dealerships and spending too much of its cash expanding during the waning ...
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June 08, 2012
The departure of Best Buy's founder may not be the end of his involvement with the company.
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June 08, 2012
We are maintaining our Outperform recommendation on The Valspar Corporation (VAL), the sixth largest paint and ...
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June 08, 2012
Label me a pessimist if you wish, but I believe we're all too optimistic about potential outcomes regarding the ...
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June 08, 2012
Conn's Inc. (CONN) posted adjusted earnings per share of 35 cents in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, beating the ...
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June 07, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq has climbed 0.2%; the S&P 500 is up 0.4%; and the Dow has risen ...
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June 07, 2012
Though relatively low-risk, there are still some factors to consider when taking the plunge into municipal bond ETFs.
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June 07, 2012
I recently added HBO to my cable television subscription. I enjoy the series and the extra movie options I have on ...
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June 07, 2012
The lodging industry is quickly becoming a hotbed of acquisition activity in the commercial real estate space. ...
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June 07, 2012
Shares of The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) moved higher after the paint maker released strong first quarter 2012 ...
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June 06, 2012
Investors are valuing the stock as if Vera Bradley is a mature retailer with minimal growth prospects. If the ...
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June 06, 2012
Pebblebrook's stock trades at the same price it did three years ago.
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June 02, 2012
We have upgraded our long-term recommendation on Sears Holding Corp. (SHLD) to Outperform, given its efforts to ...
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May 31, 2012
Rather than having to bet against one stock, ETFs allow investors to make broader bets on industries, commodities ...
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May 31, 2012
Aaron's stock has doubled since June 2010 and has outperformed its slightly bigger rival in eight of the last 11 ...
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May 24, 2012
Investors should approach Best Buy's "outperformance" in Q1 with skepticism. Not only are the fundamentals pretty ...
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May 24, 2012
Lowe's is lagging after a disappointing quarter, but the stock looks about 25% undervalued if the company can grow ...
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May 23, 2012
Although Eddie Lampert's team is working hard to fix what ails Sears Holdings, it is increasingly looking like an ...
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May 21, 2012
The S& 500 has lost ground in six consecutive sessions. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has tumbled in 12 of the ...
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May 15, 2012
A list of ETFs that will protect portfolios if the market pullback continues.
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May 15, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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May 12, 2012
New York, May 11th (TradersHuddle.com) - Shares of RadioShack Corporation (NYSE:RSH) closed the trading
day flat ...
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May 11, 2012
Harry Browne's Permanent Portfolio could help you create a steady core portfolio regardless of the market environment.
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May 11, 2012
Dish looks quite affordable based off its earnings and cash flow multiple, but it's very difficult to get a solid ...
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May 11, 2012
Six Flags and EchoStar make the list of four expensive stocks that should be sold and avoided, based on fundamentals.
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May 08, 2012
For Immediate Release
Chicago, IL - May 8, 2012 - Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst ...
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May 08, 2012
Following the first quarter earnings announcement on April 24, some of the analysts covering RadioShack Corp. (RSH) ...
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May 08, 2012
• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:VRTX) gained 55.4% after it announced promising results from an ...
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May 04, 2012
The widespread adoption of hydraulic fracturing has allowed China to finally begin the steps necessary to tap into ...
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May 04, 2012
GM Pressured over Downbeat Guidance
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May 03, 2012
Tetra Tech Above Estimate - Analyst Blog
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May 01, 2012
Sears to Shed Clothing
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April 30, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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April 27, 2012
Greg Harmon of Dragonfly Capital reviews recent bullish technical action seen in shares of three payday lenders and ...
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April 21, 2012
Despite recent gains, critical market internals suggest the correction is not yet over, but more upside earnings ...
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April 20, 2012
The stock rally over the past week has relieved some investor fears, but deterioration in the market internals ...
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April 17, 2012
Advisor John Benedict uses a proprietary index for identifying market trends and specific opportunities. He shares ...
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April 17, 2012
With a possible increase in volatility in Chinese and North Korean politics, following South Korea's market may be ...
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April 17, 2012
The market’s correction and these stocks’ close proximity to technically overbought levels could cause ...
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April 17, 2012
A great way to search among the companies in this sector is to take a look at the accounting trends.
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April 14, 2012
Investors are betting most heavily and consistently on a US housing and consumer spending recovery, writes ...
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April 12, 2012
Shaw is seeing slow improvements in its power business. While the large power plant maintenance business is a plus, ...
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April 10, 2012
RPM is seeing surprisingly strong revenue, but paying near a double-digit enterprise multiple for a chemical ...
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April 05, 2012
Here's a look at the three best performing stocks in the S&P 500.
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April 04, 2012
The S & P 500 had a solid performance in the first quarter of 2012, with many of the individual components up much ...
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April 03, 2012
Best Buy's stores will likely always remain relevant to some degree.
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March 30, 2012
Global's coatings business expected to reach $107 billion by 2017. Valspar is going to be a big part of that growth. ...
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March 30, 2012
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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March 30, 2012
Best Buy announced it is closing 50 large US stores and laying off another 400 employees in the wake of ...
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March 26, 2012
Accenture's bookings numbers support the idea that overall market conditions are still pretty healthy.
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March 24, 2012
Whether swing or daytrading stocks or exchange traded funds, Ken Calhoun tells why it’s smart to “scale ...
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March 23, 2012
Rising oil prices aren't just problematic for the United States. Those in Asia are feeling the pinch as well.
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March 20, 2012
Barron’s may be a little late in trumpeting the housing recovery, but it’s not wrong. And that means ...
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March 20, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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March 16, 2012
Builders have been showing technical strength, and companies from related industries are also rebounding from prior ...
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March 16, 2012
PPG Industries, American Express and JPMorgan Chase are three companies that are wasting the money of its investors.
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March 14, 2012
A high-yield bond portfolio doesn’t have to keep you awake at night worrying, says advisor and fund manager ...
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March 13, 2012
A remarkable early-year rally in shares of Sears Holdings (SHLD) may soon reverse, says Greg Harmon, and traders may ...
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March 13, 2012
Clean energy technology is starting to look up.
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March 12, 2012
For retailers, the profit margins on Apple products are thinner than Android phones.
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March 10, 2012
Technical evidence is mounting that seasonal sector rotation is taking place right now, and it is crucial for ...
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March 06, 2012
Collective's valuation appears a bit rich, given what its rivals are priced at and how long it will take for a ...
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March 05, 2012
Wal-Mart offers appealing international growth prospects and its current valuation makes it a better deal than Costco.
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March 05, 2012
Ray Dalio is the new champion of hedge funds.
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February 29, 2012
AutoZone's strong business and prudent share buyback program has allowed it to create enormous wealth for its investors.
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February 28, 2012
Macy’s looks like a solid candidate for a core retailer holding in investor portfolios.
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February 28, 2012
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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February 27, 2012
Rather than having to bet against one stock, ETFs allow investors to make broader bets on industries, commodities ...
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February 22, 2012
Devon Energy set a reduced capital budget for 2012 that emphasizes the development of plays that produce crude oil ...
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February 21, 2012
Some of the most hated companies in 2011 so far have been the biggest investor darlings in 2012.
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February 20, 2012
The following component stocks of the NASDAQ 100 index have demonstrated the best performance so far this year.
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February 16, 2012
Briefing.com writes that with “golden crosses” evident on the charts for major averages and high-volume ...
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February 15, 2012
EnergySolutions seems undervalued with scarce assets. If it posts any long-term growth in free cash flow, the stock ...
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February 06, 2012
Whirlpool is stronger than many may assume.
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February 02, 2012
Honeywell had a good year and another solid quarter. In addition, the company offers a reasonable valuation, a ...
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February 02, 2012
These are four ETFs that could protect your portfolio from a market sell-off.
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January 30, 2012
Construction equipment renter United Rentals is building a better future one disappointed short-seller at a time, ...
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January 30, 2012
2012 might see investors playing the same strategy so popular in 2011: Dividend stocks.
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January 30, 2012
There are some great picks, especially preferreds, that investors can still take advantage of and grab some big ...
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January 23, 2012
Canada is undergoing an oil and gas renaissance, but is still ignored by most energy investors.
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January 18, 2012
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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January 10, 2012
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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January 09, 2012
Research has shown that leveraged ETF products may not perform nearly as expected in these volatile markets, a ...
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January 09, 2012
Housing plays are on the rise, including the venerable paint supplier and a faucet maker backed by a top hedge-fund ...
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January 09, 2012
Helen of Troy is taking bold steps to grow.
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January 06, 2012
Goodrich Petroleum looks to increase its oil development at the expense of natural gas.
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December 30, 2011
ACE and Arch Capital are among the best to offer in insurance, but they don't offer much of a bargain.
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December 29, 2011
Sears is struggling this holiday season, but there is some hope for the company in the form of majority investor ...
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December 29, 2011
Whether they're value trades or value traps, these four stocks are trading at intriguing valuations.
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December 28, 2011
Rather than having to bet against one stock, ETFs allow investors to make broader bets on industries, commodities ...
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December 26, 2011
We go over the winners and losers in retail for 2001.
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December 23, 2011
Shaw is stuck, but the valuation is there.
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December 23, 2011
Future share price gains could be more of an uphill battle for Shuffle Master shareholders.
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December 22, 2011
As more dollars are spent globally on infrastructure, the heavy construction sector could see outperformance once again.
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December 21, 2011
PPG Industries is seeing a slight slowing in some of its end markets, as concerns about the global economy create ...
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December 21, 2011
AT&T abandons its potentially industry-changing bid.
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December 07, 2011
Macy’s store improvement strategy is paying off in spades.
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December 01, 2011
The worst performing stocks in the S&P 500 for November were in the retail and technology sectors.
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November 30, 2011
Ashland has completed the makeover of the company through a series of selected acquisitions and divestitures.
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November 30, 2011
Ashland has established a set of growth targets on EBITDA and margins to achieve over the next three years.
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November 18, 2011
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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November 14, 2011
Maidenform has made a tough market worse with inventory mismanagement.
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November 14, 2011
Computer Sciences has plenty of problems to keep a lid on value.
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November 09, 2011
DISH was able to generate the increased income despite losing over 100,000 subscribers in the third quarter
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November 07, 2011
Due to high cash levels, investment grade corporate bonds are looking attractive.
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November 04, 2011
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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November 04, 2011
Here are five companies that will be releasing their earnings on November 7.
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November 02, 2011
Pfizer has to convince the Street that it can still grow, but the stock is cheap for now.
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November 02, 2011
Shaw suffered a blow in the fourth quarter, but is optimistic about 2012 projections.
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October 25, 2011
Rather than having to bet against one stock, ETFs allow investors to make broader bets on industries, commodities ...
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October 25, 2011
The small-cap sector seems ripe for the picking. Learn which opportunities could have big returns.
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October 24, 2011
When the market is down, look for a way to get up. Here are four ETFs to hedge against another market sell-off.
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October 20, 2011
Citigroup’s growth is getting better, but it’s not fast enough to get the Street excited. Here are a few reasons why.
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October 14, 2011
Sauer-Danfoss is making record margins these days, but its stock is up and down like a yo-yo. Here are three reasons ...
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October 13, 2011
Rather than having to bet against one stock, ETFs allow investors to make broader bets on industries, commodities ...
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October 13, 2011
Netflix had the right idea in trying to launch Qwikster, but they may have gone too far too fast.
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October 13, 2011
As more and more baby boomers focus on replacing lost income during retirement, the options for dividend-focused ...
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October 12, 2011
Here are four companies that will be releasing their earnings on October 13.
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October 05, 2011
Sears' stocks jumped with the news that the retailer is planning to capitalize on its large amount of real estate.
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October 05, 2011
RPM has done surprisingly well in a very tough market.
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October 03, 2011
The housing market is keeping paint stocks in a bleak color pallet. When the market sorts itself out, things will be ...
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October 03, 2011
Accenture seems too cheap even in a recessionary economy.
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October 03, 2011
Finally, a race Google isn't destined to win - at least in the long run.
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September 30, 2011
In order to get extra income, investors may want to open their portfolios up to international bonds.
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September 27, 2011
Government actions continue to dominate market moves.
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September 21, 2011
Netflix makes another major change to its service offerings.
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September 20, 2011
Learn more about Ted Weschler's five largest investment holdings.
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September 15, 2011
Best Buy has problems, but short-term fixes are not the answer.
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September 09, 2011
We'll look at a 2006 list of America's Best Banks and what happened to some of these institutions over the ...
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September 09, 2011
A healthy dividend and AT&T's impending court battle to acquire T-Mobile are big catalysts for Verizon.
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September 09, 2011
Steady profit growth will be needed to justify Shuffle Master's high earnings multiple
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September 07, 2011
With oil prices once again on the rise, unconventional fuel plays begin to make economic sense. The vast Athabasca ...
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September 05, 2011
Discount shoe retailer DSW posted an impressive second quarter as it continues to produce solid earnings and ...
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August 31, 2011
In the world of stocks, risk doesn’t exactly equal reward. Over time, the low-risk bets pay off much more, ...
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August 30, 2011
Speciality chemical companies have been beaten down too far on growth concerns.
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August 30, 2011
The pay TV market may be highly penetrated, but these companies could still post exciting growth.
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August 29, 2011
In light of TIPS bonds' recent negative yields, investors may want to explore other options for inflation fighting.
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August 28, 2011
Martha Stokes says the cloud-computing industry is poised to reinvigorate the tech sector. She tells MoneyShow.com ...
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August 26, 2011
RadioShack is sending signals of being the next Circuit City.
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August 17, 2011
Here are four companies that will be releasing their earnings on August 18.
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August 17, 2011
As these consumer picks show, investing in growth names with a long time horizon will elevate your returns above the ...
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August 17, 2011
It’s a hard fact that there are businesses that find profit in others’ loss, whether it’s a ...
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August 16, 2011
Department store JC Penney had a tough second quarter, as its middle-income customer base was pressed by the latest ...
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July 30, 2011
Ramesh Gulati is eyeing companies equipped to meet infrastructure needs in the agricultural sector. In today's ...
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July 29, 2011
Specialty chemical and coatings company RPM turned in strong fourth quarter and full fiscal year results as it ...
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July 29, 2011
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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July 22, 2011
When you need a little more octane in your bond tank, here's Marilyn Cohen of Bond Smart Investor with her top ...
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July 20, 2011
For investors seeking income, the boring municipal bond sector might just be what they are looking for.
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July 13, 2011
Wolverine disappointed the Street, but shareholders have no reason to fret.
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July 12, 2011
Is it worth investing in South Korea now that it won the 2018 Winter Olympics host bid?
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July 06, 2011
These energy companies have shown consistency in paying dividends that should appeal to most investors.
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July 05, 2011
Shaw Group posted a disappointing third quarter, which the market disliked along with its guidance.
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July 05, 2011
Find out what you need to know about last quarter's hottest and coldest groups.
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June 29, 2011
BJ's Wholesale Club goes out, but at a price that underwhelms.
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June 28, 2011
Growth at reasonable prive (GARP) allows investors an alternative to portfolio diversification in risk management.
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June 22, 2011
These stocks are on sale. Check them out.
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June 21, 2011
Although many industrial stocks have lost some luster in the face of a slowing global economy, the chemicals ...
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June 20, 2011
Recent insider buying has driven interest in these stocks way up in the last few weeks.
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June 15, 2011
J.C. Penney makes an excellent hire.
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June 13, 2011
There is upside potential in Shuffle Master's stock.
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June 09, 2011
BJ's Wholesale is expected to be bought out by a private equity firm, but is the price right for investors?
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June 06, 2011
Earnings meant everything in May 2011 as the four worst performing stocks in the S&P 500 suffered greatly from ...
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June 06, 2011
Find out why now's the time to buy this mid-cap trucking stock.
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June 03, 2011
Dollar General reported record earnings, though the market greeted this news by slamming the stock.
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June 02, 2011
Big Lots struggled in its recent quarter, as margins were pressured and sales and net income were off. The company ...
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June 01, 2011
See the best and worst performing S&P 500 stocks from May 2011.
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May 27, 2011
TiVo won a major legal victory, but a proven business model is still elusive.
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May 25, 2011
Sears shows no signs of emerging from its self-made morass.
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May 18, 2011
Lowe's missed its numbers for the first quarter, but it's not a long-term concern.
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May 18, 2011
JC Penney posted modest increases in sales and profit for its first quarter. Its initiatives and cost cutting are ...
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May 13, 2011
Investors are becoming increasingly convinced that Macy's strong store performance is sustainable.
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May 09, 2011
ETFs can be a time-saving and risk-sparing alternative for income-oriented investing.
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May 09, 2011
Here are four stocks that listed on the NYSE that boast returns of 100% or more.
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May 05, 2011
Satellite TV provider Dish Network had a tremendous quarter, as its price increases began to take hold.
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May 05, 2011
For investors looking to add a great blend of growth and value to a portfolio, Madison Square Garden could be a ...
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April 27, 2011
Outside of Oklahoma, very few have heard of George Kaiser, America's 29th richest person.
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April 27, 2011
With the effects of the "Great Recession" still lingering, the number of unbanked and underbanked Americans ...
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April 26, 2011
Find out how Kohl's meets two of the most important factors in Ben Graham's criteria for choosing stock.
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April 25, 2011
This bank reported a minor profit despite its portfolio of nonperforming assets, but its tangible book value ...
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April 21, 2011
Find out what stocks can help you stem interest rate risks, while receiving great yields.
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April 21, 2011
With the world beginning to take a serious look at the state of its infrastructure, many governments are plowing ...
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April 20, 2011
Learn more about Harbinger Group's future and whether or not it can become the next great holding company.
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April 19, 2011
Commerce Bancshares reported higher year over year net income as the bank benefited from improved credit quality in ...
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April 14, 2011
ETFs can be a time-saving and risk-sparing alternative for income-oriented investing.
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April 14, 2011
Fastenal's results should continue improving throughout 2011.
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April 14, 2011
Shaw Group posted a disappointing second quarterm and the stock has been slammed on concerns of its exposure to the ...
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April 13, 2011
Specialty paint and coating maker RPM posted a profitable third quarter with raised guidance.
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April 13, 2011
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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April 08, 2011
Satellite TV provider Dish Network successfully bid for the assets of movie rental chain Blockbuster. Will this move ...
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April 05, 2011
EnergySolutions is going through a rough transition, but there is hope for the future.
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April 04, 2011
Electronics retailer HH Gregg is sitting at its 52-week low. Learn why you should own this small cap.
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April 01, 2011
CarMax still isn't cheap, but the company keeps delivering on its growth potential.
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March 31, 2011
Knowing when trends are about to reverse is tricky business, but the MACD can help.
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March 25, 2011
The catastrophe in Northern Japan is causing an unjustified sell off. This may represent a buying opportunity.
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March 23, 2011
Southern Company outlined its operations during a recent analyst meeting held for the investment community.
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March 21, 2011
Housewares retailer Williams-Sonoma had a strong fourth quarter, and its stock surged on the news, despite an ...
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March 18, 2011
Sterling is a small-cap infrastructure company with a bright future. Over the long term, demand for its services ...
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March 18, 2011
Fears that the tsunami will eradicate demand in Japan have created a long term opportunity for investors in rare ...
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March 17, 2011
As the global economy continues to recover, so will the lodging industry.
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March 17, 2011
Emotion has taken a bite out of nuclear energy stocks, but investors should approach with caution.
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March 16, 2011
China's growing middle-class population is bolstering consumerism and banking. Find out how to play China's emerging ...
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March 15, 2011
Japan's disaster has exposed the extreme downside of nuclear power, but it's way too early to assume nuclear has ...
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March 15, 2011
A low valuation implies significant upside in the stock of Shuffle Master.
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March 14, 2011
With the world beginning to take a serious look at the state of its infrastructure, many governments are plowing ...
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March 08, 2011
Destination Maternity's expanded relationship with Macy's is paving the way for growth.
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March 01, 2011
Although the company provided an encouraging outlook, it still faces some challenges ahead.
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February 25, 2011
At the currently low valuation, Macy's stock gains could be substantial, if the company keeps delivering sales and ...
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February 18, 2011
While many consumers have not returned to their free-spending ways, consumption on aspirational and accessible ...
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February 18, 2011
Though Sanofi finally got its way in acquiring Genzyme, time will determine if stockholders will truly benefit.
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February 16, 2011
Marsh & McLennan investors should hold on for a pullback or more tangible signs of sustainable profit growth.
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February 14, 2011
Are these companies on a downward spiral or gearing up for a rebound?
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February 08, 2011
Aon's overall investment appeal hinges on yet-to-be-released cash flow details for 2010.
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February 01, 2011
See the best and worst performing S&P 500 stocks from January 2011.
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January 28, 2011
This mid-cap chemical company continues to grow.
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January 28, 2011
Xerox is changing, but Wall Street doesn't really care yet.
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January 11, 2011
Though International Shipholding may not have had a stellar 2010, there's still plenty of upside for investors.
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January 10, 2011
Though relatively low-risk, there are still some factors to consider when taking the plunge into municipal bond ETFs.
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January 07, 2011
We look at a recap of five large retailers, as well as an overview of sales and earnings expectations for the full-year.
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December 30, 2010
During the otherwise slow holiday trading week, these five stocks showed potential.
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December 24, 2010
Heavy construction didn't have a bad year, but it wasn't great. However, that doesn't change the fact that the ...
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December 24, 2010
Walgreen had tremendous profits in its first quarter of fiscal 2011. The company kept down its costs and that drove ...
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December 24, 2010
2010 was a wild year for banking around the world, and has set the table for an interesting 2011.
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December 20, 2010
The electronics space will remain popular among consumers, and many believe that the recovering economy makes the ...
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December 09, 2010
A look at the top 10 retailers ranked in customer service to see if it translates into stock performance.
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December 03, 2010
Jo-Ann Stores had another solid quarter of earnings, as it quietly continues to dominate the crafts space.
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November 26, 2010
NuStar Energy is bouncing back after a weak 2009, launching a number of growth projects in storage and transportation.
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November 26, 2010
Hedge fund Tiger Consumer Management LLC owns 35 consumer stocks, but only five have been held since the fund's ...
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November 26, 2010
Arch Chemicals has articulated a strategy to focus exclusively on biocides and increase sales growth and margins as ...
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November 25, 2010
These issues are not household names for most investors, but they're still a sound bet.
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November 23, 2010
Dollar Tree had another sizzling quarter, as it continues to find post-recession prosperity.
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November 22, 2010
Sears had a painful third quarter and suffered steep losses, while other retailers thrived. The company faces ...
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November 19, 2010
Allegheny takes another step beyond its history as an alloy specialist.
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November 18, 2010
Target's stock is currently bumping up against its highs for the year, but there is reason to believe it could go ...
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November 16, 2010
J.C. Penney isn't yet experiencing much of a sales recovery from the recession and currently trades at a lofty ...
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November 16, 2010
Kohl's isn't bursting with growth, but it seems to be building a moat around its business. Is it enough to protect ...
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November 03, 2010
While domestic banking is still struggling, ICICI is benefiting from strong growth in India. Learn how this bank is ...
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October 29, 2010
We examine five stocks from apparel stores and specialty retail industries, looking for the most efficent companies ...
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October 14, 2010
These four stocks were recommended in September-October 2009. How did they fare?
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October 13, 2010
These five software companies could all offer above-average performance to risk-tolerant shareholders.
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October 13, 2010
Hedge fund manager William Ackman has bought a large stake in retailer JC Penney.
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October 12, 2010
If you love footwear, don't miss out on these stocks.
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October 11, 2010
Let's look at share repurchases to demonstrate why special dividends are far superior to buybacks.
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October 11, 2010
Learn why market timing is a fool's game, and buying out-of-favor stocks of quality businesses with great management ...
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October 08, 2010
Although the weak housing market housing market is a drag, RPM international continues to slowly chug forward.
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October 07, 2010
Televisa's deal with Univision could pay dividends down the road.
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October 06, 2010
An in-depth look at four caps with impressive earnings yields.
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October 04, 2010
Stock buybacks haven't turned out that great for Sears or its nearest competitors.
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September 21, 2010
The Chinese government has started major spending to deal with mega traffic jams, and investors can get in on the ...
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September 10, 2010
Top-ranking CEOs have a big influence on the company, which translates to performance in the stock market.
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September 03, 2010
Dollar General posted another strong quarter, with substantial revenue and earnings increases.
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September 01, 2010
Craft and fabrics retailer Jo-Ann Stores reported a healthy increase in both sales and earnings.
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September 01, 2010
Sanofi has decided to make its intentions public and ratchet up the pressure on GENZ management.
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August 30, 2010
These TV stocks will profit in a prolonged recession.
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August 25, 2010
With the software sector down on the year, stock pickers can still profit from buying into the sector.
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August 24, 2010
It has never paid to bet against value investor Eddie Lampert. Will his stake in Sears change that?
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August 19, 2010
Valspar has battled well through the recession and should continue to edge forward even in the slowing economic ...
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August 16, 2010
Over the longer term, inflation in store for investors. But in the short run, the United States could be in for a ...
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August 16, 2010
Kohl's had a strong Q2 with strong revenue and earnings increases. The market looked at some increased costs and ...
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August 16, 2010
Dish Network had a profitable second quarter but lost some subscribers on a net basis.
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August 12, 2010
Where should one invest if fears of deflation are actually on target, and we see real deflation for the first time ...
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August 11, 2010
Momentum investors seem poised to punish CREE for soft guidance, but the growth is strong.
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August 06, 2010
Marsh & McLennan has been in the weeds for half a decade, but it may be time to look at this stock as a turnaround idea.
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August 06, 2010
The immediate future does not offer much hope for infrastructure construction firms like Granite.
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July 30, 2010
Sanofi is priced as though it will never grow again - that's usually a good sign of value.
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July 29, 2010
It's likely that Seth Klarman believes Multimedia is worth much more than $4 a share to anyone interested in ...
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July 23, 2010
An insider purchase can be a stout vote of confidence that a turnaround is inevitable.
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July 22, 2010
So long as they avoid the fate of the Edsel, these three companies offer investors great turnaround potential.
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July 19, 2010
Shaw is experiencing some solid traction from its environmental and infrastructure division, which is benefiting ...
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July 15, 2010
So far this year, Shaw has outperformed the S&P 500 by 18%, reflecting stable revenue and upside potential.
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July 14, 2010
We'll look at some retailers placed big bets on Canada that have paid off over the years.
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July 08, 2010
The huge stock market rally that began in the depths of the financial crisis in March 2009, has stalled and reversed.
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June 30, 2010
The S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats are those companies that have increased dividends for 25 years straight. However, ...
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June 29, 2010
Several small regional banks are poised to outperform their Wall Street counterparts.
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June 28, 2010
Not all telecom stocks are the lazy lovers that TTH, Verizon, and AT&T shares would lead you to believe. Think ...
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June 28, 2010
With the west still struggling, Asia looks like a buying opportunity for long term investors.
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June 23, 2010
For those who are believe in the global economic recovery, there may be no better place to park money than shipping ...
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June 11, 2010
With another strong quarter, Dollar General, like the other dollar discounters, had strong earnings through the ...
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June 09, 2010
Canada is a land of opportunity for smart U.S. retailers.
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June 07, 2010
Why not take an investing holiday this summer? You can with a low-maintenance portfolio.
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June 03, 2010
Radio Shack is doing well, but there are M&A rumblings in the consumer electronics market.
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June 02, 2010
Chains that sell home related products are in a good position as consumers begin spending again.
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June 01, 2010
The worst performing stocks during May 2010 were in a range of sectors and suffered issues that aggravated the ...
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May 31, 2010
Jo-Ann Stores continues to be positioned in a great way, with a near-monopoly in its inudstry.
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May 27, 2010
Giant retailer Sears has been attempting to comeback for a few years now. Its first-quarter earnings saw it stumble.
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May 27, 2010
Williams-Sonoma had an impressive first quarter, as it continues to solidify its business during the economic recovery.
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May 24, 2010
Dollar Tree had good earnings during the recession and continues this trend into the recovery. Regardless of which ...
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May 20, 2010
TiVo saw a setback in its legal battles against Dish Network, but the market seems to be severely overreacting to ...
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May 20, 2010
Putting the two giant home improvement stores head-to-head highlights some interesting differences.
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May 13, 2010
Dish Network increased its subscriber base, but had to pay heavily to win these new customers.
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May 07, 2010
Increased competition amongst the construction industry means markets are getting soft, which will harm ...
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April 28, 2010
Whirlpool and other home-appliance manufacturers show that the U.S. consumer appears to back in a buying mood.
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April 23, 2010
Shipping stocks are making waves as the global economic recovery continues.
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April 19, 2010
Often overlooked, shoes are a strong performer within the larger retail sector.
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April 15, 2010
It's easy to forget about portfolio insurance as the market continues to head higher. ETFs can help add that ...
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April 14, 2010
Paint and sealing coating maker RPM had a loss in its just reported quarter, but it should have a profitable year.
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April 14, 2010
Shaw Group had a much improved quarter, and prospects for the company and the industry look good going forward.
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March 30, 2010
For various reasons, interest in acquiring these companies has arisen lately.
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March 30, 2010
With more than half of the retail companies in the S&P trading right around their 52-week highs, is there any value ...
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March 19, 2010
Investors looking for long-term potential may want to check out Sterling - despite its weak prediction for 2010.
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March 18, 2010
After a banner year in 2009, many tech investors are worried about their holdings. Instead of selling, investors ...
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March 17, 2010
In this piece I discuss companies that can profit from the domestic economic rebound and discuss BBBY's upcoming ...
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March 16, 2010
Municipal bonds are a great way to shield your portfolio from a growing tax burden.
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March 15, 2010
Best Buy is set to release ufourth quarter results on the 25th. Here's why the stock is worth a look.
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March 11, 2010
Despite a tough retailing enviroment, shoe sellers continue to surprise on the upside.
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March 09, 2010
With a solid win now in hand in its lawsuits against Dish and EchoStar, things may be looking up for TiVo.
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March 08, 2010
BWAY, a container packaging company, has strong ties to the home improvement market via a "partnership" with ...
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March 08, 2010
Controversial CEO of Steak N Shake, Sardar Biglari, is moving forward with his plan to convert the company into a ...
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March 05, 2010
Comfort Systems is not a get-rich-quick stock, but rather a business that focuses on generating free cash flow.
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March 03, 2010
With the number of cars likely to increase over time, and as the economy bounces back, parts retailers and service ...
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March 03, 2010
We look at Palm's recent guidance and try and find the gadget-maker with the most gumption.
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March 03, 2010
AutoZone's quarterly results are the company's 14th consecutive quarter of double digit EPS growth.
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March 01, 2010
The diversification benefits alone make bond ETFs one of the best investment vehicles for both institutional and ...
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March 01, 2010
Kohl's had another impressive quarter, even though its guidance for the coming year wasn't as strong as the street ...
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February 25, 2010
Target beat expectations again and looks poised to continue its run in the weak economy.
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February 23, 2010
The U.S. recently began exploring nuclear power options. Investors wanting to play this should bet on the miners.
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February 23, 2010
The dividend aristocrats have been paying investors with their own coin. Find out how.
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February 19, 2010
Utility stocks, one of the worst performers in 2009, have appeal for income investors in 2010.
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February 15, 2010
Learn why North Carolina-based Lowe's is attractive, and about its earnings prospects for the Q4, expected to be ...
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February 10, 2010
As the economy struggles and unemployment remains high, the pawn shopes are flourishing.
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February 03, 2010
The recession hit the chemical sector hard, but Asian demand and cost-cutting have this sector back on the path to ...
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February 03, 2010
The retail electronics space is looking increasingly attractive. I'll outline why and discuss a player that deserves ...
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January 29, 2010
As the housing market improves, paint manufacturers will help drive these retailers to better earnings.
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January 29, 2010
Kohl's recent run up and strong fundamentals make it attractive to all types of investors.
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January 27, 2010
If investors hope to meet their high expectations, micro caps will need to be part of the equation.
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January 26, 2010
Wal-Mart is a much more prodigious cash generator than archrival Target.
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January 25, 2010
Shaw Group narrowed losses in the Q1, and if you exclude its lagging Westinghouse unit, showed a profit. The real ...
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January 22, 2010
Best Buy appears to be undervalued given expected future earnings, but it's not time to declare it the winner among ...
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January 08, 2010
RPM showed a glimmer of revival with its last quarter earnings in October and its second quarter report continues ...
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December 31, 2009
Should uniformity among analysts turn you into a contrarian?
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December 28, 2009
Discount retailers thrived as consumers continued to hunker down on spending.
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December 28, 2009
Heavyweight construction and engineering firms were hit hard in 2009, but their stocks look to gain traction in the ...
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December 28, 2009
As we head into year end, Wal-Mart shares are down almost 3% for the year, underperforming the S&P by nearly 25 percent.
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December 23, 2009
Sherwin Williams' earnings beats are a splash of color in a very dour economy.
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December 22, 2009
These stocks have had recent insider activity, which is a positive indicator for the near future.
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December 17, 2009
Best Buy continues to be a formidable electronics retailer despite competition.
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December 11, 2009
When a price surge is accompanied by superior fundamentals, value investors take note.
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December 09, 2009
Companies are sitting on nearly $1.6 trillion in cash. Finding companies that will benefit from increased spending ...
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December 04, 2009
Craft and fabrics retailer Jo-Ann Stores had a strong third quarter, with its outlook and prospects going forward ...
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December 04, 2009
Here's why Bed Bath & Beyond has a good shot of beating expectations in the quarter that will soon be announced.
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December 03, 2009
The Victoria's Secret fashion show was last week, but how much of an impact will it have on the company's stock price?
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December 02, 2009
We look at why five-star mutual fund manager Bruce Berkowitz loves using free cash flow yields as a great barometer ...
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December 01, 2009
Best Buy's CEO said Black Friday was strong, but that this could be a tough holiday season.
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November 24, 2009
Sears narrowed its losses in the recent quarter, but it still faces problems in a crowded department store sector.
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November 24, 2009
These are companies with a niche and a management that knows how to exploit it.
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November 23, 2009
When a company purchases its stock or authorizes a share repurchase, that sends a sign that it thinks the shares in ...
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November 19, 2009
It's not just the big names in discount retailers who will benefit from the change in consumer spending.
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November 18, 2009
JCPenney had another rough quarter, but sees a cautiously improved outlook for the rest of this year.
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November 18, 2009
Target's focus on affordable fashion in apparel and housewares has turned from blessing to curse.
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November 16, 2009
Investors are better off just buying a few ETFs rather than the IQ CPI Inflation Hedged ETF.
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November 16, 2009
Minority interests can be great investments, but you have to do a little digging to find ones worth looking at.
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November 11, 2009
99 Cents Only Stores are doing well, but how will deep-discounters perform as we enter recovery?
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October 29, 2009
Radio Shack surpassed expectations and gave investors hope that they will have a profitable holiday season.
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October 22, 2009
Due to the recession, Christmas season won't be a happy time for all toymakers, but Hasbro is in a better position ...
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October 19, 2009
Despite a recent run up in IBM's shares, there is still room for more shareholder returns.
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October 15, 2009
Small cap specialty paint, coating and sealant maker RPM's industrial segment is still off but its consumer business ...
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October 13, 2009
Skechers has had a good run, but any misstep may cause the stock to stumble.
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October 12, 2009
The nuclear industry is moving forward with new designs and several new licenses filed for new plants.
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October 09, 2009
Columbia is till havign a tough time selling its higher-end product.
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October 08, 2009
PetSmart's potential may take some time to build. But for patient investors, this could pay off in a big way.
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October 02, 2009
Rite Aid posted another losing quarter last week, and is still woefully behind its two main competitors, Walgreen ...
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September 24, 2009
Despite ongoing weak sales for most retailers, Kohl's has shown strength in sales and is set up to do well as the ...
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September 11, 2009
Conn's has been praised by some investors - but is the company really allotting its resources to its best ability?
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September 10, 2009
Menswear retailer Jos. A Banks announced Q2 earnings were up 40%. Here are some of the reasons to love this stock.
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September 08, 2009
Here is a look at the painting business and some of the companies within it.
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September 07, 2009
We take a look at three "worst in breed" stocks that have earned the title.
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September 01, 2009
We take a look at some ETFs, and see that you can ease investors fears by going with the large players.
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August 28, 2009
Here are a couple of options that might be the perfect thing for your portfolio.
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August 28, 2009
TiVo's endless legal fight over DVR patent rights looks increasingly like yesterday's battle.
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August 26, 2009
Gap needs to prove to investors it can grow sales consistently for a number of quarters in a row.
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August 26, 2009
The shipping business appears to have found its sea legs.
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August 25, 2009
Sears's latest quarterly earnings aren't impressing just yet.
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August 21, 2009
Lowe's gives another view of whether the consumer is returning to housing-related retailers.
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August 18, 2009
The industry will continue to struggle until glut of flat panels is eliminated. But that's not likely to happen soon.
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August 18, 2009
Media is upbeat after Wal-Mart's earnings - but don't think retail is recovered yet
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August 17, 2009
We take a look at some companies that beat second-quarter earnings guidance by large margins.
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August 14, 2009
Dick's is ahead of earnings estimates - but is this the right time to buy?
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August 14, 2009
Walmart's domestic stores are holding up well and its international prospects remain bright.
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August 13, 2009
Companies can continue to make big profits with declining sales - but for how long?
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August 11, 2009
Fossil looks like it will be a good play long term, but right now may not be the best time to buy.
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August 10, 2009
While start-ups get all the alternative energy attention, there are plenty of well established large caps that have ...
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August 05, 2009
Steven Madden, Nike and other shoe retailers are walking tall, despite the recession.
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July 22, 2009
Radio Shack's sharp rebound and proven record of beating expectations should make investors pay attention.
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July 09, 2009
If you're ignoring Sears because you think it's a retail investment, think again.
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June 29, 2009
Retail stores that carry pet supplies are not all the same. Is PetSmart confident enough to lead the pack?
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June 24, 2009
Though relatively low-risk, there are still some factors to consider when taking the plunge into mutual funds.
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June 18, 2009
Best Buy is demonstrating that it can easily stay profitable in a terrible retail environment.
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June 15, 2009
As we begin to recover within the economy, companies like Home Depot could see huge growth.
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June 10, 2009
Snap-on and Matco Tools are competing for franchisees, but less available financing makes it a tough go.
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June 04, 2009
Lowe's earnings were off again this quarter, with its weak outlook for next quarter, what does this mean for ...
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May 27, 2009
Student Managed Investment Funds are fairly common in MBA programs today. And many of these students are beating the ...
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May 26, 2009
Though it has been an industry leader in the past, Sears' recent earnings aren't enough to sell the farm.
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May 26, 2009
Despite a number of promising signs, this retailer's appeal remains uncertain for prospective investors.
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May 25, 2009
Specialty pet supplies retailer PetSmart may have a niche client base, but larger chains - like Wal-Mart and Target ...
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May 14, 2009
Despite unexpected positive Q1 earnings, Dish Network's outlook is still a little fuzzy.
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May 13, 2009
Stabilizing sales and increases in EPS guidance could mean it's time to buy department store stocks.
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May 08, 2009
Best Buy uses its house brands strategically, but is this hurting the company or helping it to stay on top?
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May 04, 2009
We go over the indications of consumer spending recovery and ways that investors can benefit from this bounce back.
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May 01, 2009
Solar stocks could see a bright spot due to expressed interest in government plans.
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April 30, 2009
Reviewing several companies' earnings reports and management commentary, which indicate economic trends.
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April 28, 2009
Last July I wrote a glowing review of Tractor Supply. On April 23, it reported excellent Q1 sales and earnings. I ...
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April 24, 2009
A roundup of the most important earnings announcements from Thursday April 23, 2009.
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April 22, 2009
A look at companies trading at a low multiple of book, honing in on Sears.
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April 22, 2009
Certain companies provide insight into economic trends, and investors should watch these for clues to the economy's ...
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April 21, 2009
Paint and specialty chemical companies continue to face grim near-term business prospects.
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April 13, 2009
The Homebuilders SPDR ETF has taken a beating the last few years, but all is not lost for investors.
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April 13, 2009
The Fairholme fund sticks to its value investing strategy and continues to outperform the market, including during ...
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April 08, 2009
The Yacktman Funds have adhered to a value philosophy and been rewarded by many years of outperforming its benchmark.
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April 03, 2009
This apparently recession-resistant cable giant thrives even without signs of economic recovery on the horizon.
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April 02, 2009
Companies that have exceeded earnings estimates are worthy of further research as analysts' ratings might boost ...
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March 26, 2009
Even with declining sales, Whirlpool has the stock prices and dividend yields that make it a company of interest.
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March 25, 2009
Williams Sonoma has shown some promising results, but recent forecasts might keep investors from bottom fishing.
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March 17, 2009
Pawn companies like CSH may offer a promising year for investors looking for a steady increase throughout 2010.
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March 13, 2009
Spinoffs are touted as a cure for a lack of shareholder value, but sometimes the opposite is true.
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March 11, 2009
Can high insider ownership give a false signal?
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March 03, 2009
We look at five stocks that reported earnings in the last week and sported EPS that was right on the money.
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February 26, 2009
Century Tel is positioning itself to become a larger, stronger player in the telecom world.
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February 26, 2009
This company relies on its solid fundamentals to survive the current troubles in the housing market.
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January 23, 2009
With a recent upsurge in the stock price, is it worth jumping on the Sears band wagon now?
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January 21, 2009
Liquidation of Circuit City is making Best Buy a better choice for investors.
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January 14, 2009
The Indian IT outsourcing business should continue to grow despite the Satyam scandal.
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December 26, 2008
Retailers face significant hurdles in 2009 as the economy continues to shed jobs and consumer pricing power.
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December 18, 2008
Low price to book ratios can shine light on potential value investments.
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December 04, 2008
A rent-to-own business model makes sense during a downturn, and Rent-A-Center's recent selloff could be a buying ...
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December 03, 2008
Eddie Lampert's Sears project has not followed the Buffett pattern, and dreams of a quick turnaround have become an ...
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December 02, 2008
Inverse ETFs run counter to the usual design of a portfolio, but these "honest enemies" can you from the big selloffs.
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November 26, 2008
More banks have said no to money from the U.S. Treasury. Banking strength can still be found in these regional players.
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November 21, 2008
Wynn Resorts could receive increased attention from joining the S&P 500, and its plan to raise money is a smart move ...
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November 20, 2008
Despite a third quarter earnings hit, J.C. Penney looks toward some positives.
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November 06, 2008
The company's solid Q3 results and still-healthy outlook for '09 indicate shares are a good value.
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October 21, 2008
This supermarket chain has an excellent balance sheet and conservative business strategy - the perfect combination ...
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October 17, 2008
On the 75th anniversary of the release of Benjamin Graham's classic book "Security Analysis", we examine value plays ...
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October 07, 2008
Is the Microchip Technology/ON Semiconductor bid for Atmel a fair deal for shareholders, or opportunistic pillaging?
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October 06, 2008
Boss Holdings is selling for less than net current asset value - something Benjamin Graham would appreciate.
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October 03, 2008
Growth has slowed for now, but even slightly better earnings growth could translate to a much stronger stock price.
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October 02, 2008
Hirsch International's strong balance sheet and low valuation may make it a good way to play a rebound in the ...
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September 29, 2008
Higher credit losses cut into Discover's earnings. Learn why investors should expect the losses to continue.
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September 26, 2008
Learn how to protect your portfolio with a smattering of ETFs focused on inverse returns.
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September 16, 2008
Sirius XM could double in value, but it could also drop to zero. That's the gamble.
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September 10, 2008
Oxford Industries is holding up well in a tough environment, but business could get worse before it gets better.
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September 03, 2008
Bottom fishers beware: Sears missed earnings estimates and saw another large drop in sales. A turnaround is nowhere ...
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August 22, 2008
With its strong earnings growth, Bally is an oasis of success in the desert of disappointment that is the gaming ...
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July 16, 2008
Two multi-billion-dollar deals rocked the chemical sector last week. Could this be just the beginning?
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July 09, 2008
The pawn business is booming. Cash America increased its Q2 earnings guidance.
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July 01, 2008
Sometimes a bottom line doesn't tell the whole story. Cash flow analysis can put fortunes of five beaten-down stocks ...
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June 25, 2008
We've compiled an index of companies whose high-profile executives have made large campaign contributions to Senator ...
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June 19, 2008
With a healthy revenue line, impressive same-store-sales growth and solid margins, Best Buy is the best of consumer ...
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June 10, 2008
Insurer Willis Group is buying rival Hilb Rogal & Hobbs for $2.1 billion. Is this a good move or a boondoggle by CEO ...
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June 09, 2008
Share repurchases are a great way to spot undervalued companies. Investors can reap sizable profits by coattailing ...
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June 03, 2008
Revenue and sales both dropped during the latest quarter, and a withering cash position is leaving investors with ...
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May 29, 2008
Discount club Costco saw profits rise 32% as price-conscious consumers flocked to its outlets.
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May 08, 2008
At Berkshire's annual meeting, Warren Buffett highlighted South Korea as an attractive market. We examine some key ...
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May 08, 2008
Target unloaded its $3.6 billion in credit card receivables on JPMorgan Chase. The extra cash gives Target much ...
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April 30, 2008
For those whose last memories of Corning are as a nearly-bankrupt fiber optic producer, it's time to re-visit this ...
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April 21, 2008
New store openings for 2008 were cut by nearly one-third. The move was necessary, but necessary pain is still pain.
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April 08, 2008
Two activist hedge funds chalked up another victory, this time against Dillard's. Four new board members will push ...
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April 03, 2008
Best Buy's net income dropped but still beat estimates, showing most of the weakness has been priced in. Investors ...
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April 01, 2008
The retail giant cut its Q1 guidance a whopping 30%; analyst downgrades and increased pressure on the stock will ...
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March 28, 2008
The pawnbroker/payday loan company recently raised its Q1 earnings forecast. Evidently, not everyone hates the "R" word.
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March 26, 2008
Sometimes consistency produces better returns than undependable potential. Medical equipment company C.R. Bard is proof.
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March 26, 2008
Sherwin-Williams lowered its Q1 and full-year earnings forecast. The deepest cuts come early, and the rest of the ...
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March 05, 2008
Chairman Eddie Lampert said Sears might try selling its popular brands at other retailers. Great, but why would ...
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February 27, 2008
A stellar gross margin gives RadioShack the flexibility to maneuver in a tight economy. Best Buy and Circuit City ...
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February 21, 2008
Wal-Mart's profit rose 4% and beat analyst estimates, but gloomy 2008 predictions mean there is nothing to get ...
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February 21, 2008
After three years in the red, Martha Stewart Living turned a tidy profit in Q4. The acquisition of the Emeril ...
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February 21, 2008
Sharper Image just filed for bankruptcy. The other retailers that sell novelty gifts could see their hardest year yet.
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February 13, 2008
Faced with shrinking sales and lower earnings, J.C. Penney made a bold move by dumping its middle class roots and ...
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February 05, 2008
With the possibility of further declines in the equity markets, short ETFs provide a valuable hedge.
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January 25, 2008
The company's solid numbers were overshadowed by a 600 point swing in the Dow. Now it's time to take another peek.
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January 18, 2008
Sear's sluggish same-store sales might put this stock's price into hibernation.
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January 16, 2008
The recent energy price caps to curb inflation will hurt China's domestic refiners like PetroChina and Sinopec.
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January 02, 2008
Pawnshops and payday loan companies thrive when the good times go bad. We examine two companies ready to cash in.
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December 20, 2007
Best Buy has plenty of upside potential. The greatest danger is guilt by association.
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December 12, 2007
A new year means New Year's resolutions. Fitness company Nautilus should cash in as we try to lose our holiday stuffing.
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December 11, 2007
Restoration Hardware missed expectations in Q3, and its asset value doesn't measure up. Sears needs a new ...
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December 11, 2007
Find out which executives drove shareholder value and which just drove shareholders crazy.
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December 10, 2007
Questions include: Which companies could be headed to bankruptcy, and why should you avoid airline stocks?
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December 05, 2007
The Sears chairman said in a letter that the media is unfairly covering the company. It's hard to sugarcoat a 99% ...
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December 03, 2007
Sears' Q3 numbers were just plain awful. Chairman Eddie Lampert might be a smart hedge fund manager, but Sears is no ...
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November 29, 2007
Sears may make a bid for Restoration Hardware. The big question is, why?
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October 31, 2007
Its Q3 results are evidence that gadget retailer's turnaround plans are working.
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October 15, 2007
Activist firm Pershing Square, headed by William Ackman, bought a stake in Sears. Learn what this move could mean to ...
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September 19, 2007
The gadget retailer was once a high flier, but now its stock has plummeted and it provides a lesson on properly ...
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September 17, 2007
The tool maker confirmed its Q3 and full-year guidance, but affirming weak numbers isn't necessarily a good thing.
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September 13, 2007
We examine three pharmaceutical companies known as much for their ads as they are for their treatments.
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September 06, 2007
The retailer's net profit plunged 40% for the quarter. Does Eddie Lampert have any magic left?
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September 05, 2007
Gap reported a big increase in second-quarter net income and issued positive guidance for the remainder of the year.
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August 29, 2007
We examine five stocks that have taken a beating but could be set for a long-term comeback.
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August 22, 2007
Investors love a stock repurchase, but Sears CEO Eddie Lambert needs more than tricks to fix the retailer's woes.
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August 20, 2007
Wal-Mart is cutting prices to improve foot traffic and drive comps, but the solution isn't that simple.
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August 03, 2007
The footwear retailer is coming off a lousy Q2 and there is little hope in sight. Investors should steer clear of ...
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July 17, 2007
The company blames sluggish home sales for the poor results. Things appear grim, but there could still be an upside.
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July 16, 2007
Shuffle Master had a good deal going selling games to casinos, then it decided to get into M&A. That didn't work.
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July 11, 2007
Sears recently lowered its Q2 guidance dramatically, and the worst may still be left to come.
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July 02, 2007
Best Buy recently announced plans to conduct a large share buyback program and to up its dividend - could these ...
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June 29, 2007
The South Korean KOSPI is hitting record highs as it benefits from growth in surrounding countries.
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June 22, 2007
The plush-toy seller offered weak earnings guidance for the remainder of 2007, and things could be getting worse.
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June 22, 2007
The stock took a hit Tuesday over concerns Best Buy's woes could spell trouble for all electronics retailers.
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June 20, 2007
The hardware chain could be selling off its wholesale construction business for a much needed $10 billion.
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June 05, 2007
Sears' Q1 looks solid at first glance, but strip away one-time or extraordinary items and things aren't quite as ...
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June 04, 2007
An examination of the various short ETFs available, and the pros and cons of using them in your portfolio.
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May 28, 2007
The semiconductor business has stabilized, and companies must now get creative to stay competitive.
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May 25, 2007
Dell computers will line the shelves at Wal-Mart. Find out what this means for other industry players
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May 24, 2007
Gap's same-store-sales sank 16% in April, and the beleagured company will have trouble turning things around.
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May 22, 2007
Tuesday Morning's recent difficulties could present a buying opportunity for traditional value investors.
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May 17, 2007
Whether middle-market, high-end or specialty, one of these retailers may be tailor made for you.
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May 14, 2007
A Rumored Dell buyout would just be the icing on the cake for investors in gadget-retailer Radio Shack.
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May 09, 2007
Sears' chairman has implied the company is eyeing new acqusitions -- here is a take on the company, the news and its ...
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March 21, 2007
There is value to be had in the world’s largest manufacturer of lawnmower and garden equipment engines.
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March 01, 2007
In the wake of the market's sell-off last Tuesday, what stocks do investors need to avoid going forward?
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February 02, 2007
CSH, EZPW, AEA, and DLLR prove that profits and growth opportunities abound in short-term lending.
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January 15, 2007
Despite recent buzz about a potential buyout, investors should wait until The Gap goes on sale before snapping up ...
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November 08, 2006
Wal-Mart's recent consumer electronics push should give the major electronics retailers a few headaches this holiday ...
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October 18, 2006
Berkshire Hathaway’s past investing successes may make future successes more difficult to come by.
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September 14, 2006
Oriental Financial Group is a small regional bank that continues to make money in a tough lending environment.
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September 05, 2006
Glenn guides you through a detailed analysis that can help you better understand the market at large. Part one.
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August 10, 2006
With Martha Stewart Living turning a corner, higher stock prices could be stitched-in.
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August 04, 2006
After losing one third of their value over the last few months, are Fording trust units oversold?
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August 01, 2006
Despite its western business style, China’s CNOOC remains heavily influenced by Beijing.
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June 23, 2006
Hedging against declining markets is easier than you may think.
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April 26, 2006
With its recent upgrades, Home Depot may have what it takes to enhance your portfolio.
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March 24, 2006
A look at the market's winners and losers for the week of March 20th.
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March 20, 2006
Keep your enthusiasm for Echostar grounded.
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February 17, 2006
A look at the winners and losers for the week of February 13th.
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November 23, 2005
In this piece we'll explore different types of economic moats.
