Analysis & Opinions

  1. Netflix's New Series for Kids - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Netflix Inc. (NFLX) announced that it has collaborated with DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (DWA) to stream an ...
  2. Shire's 4Q EPS In Line, Revs Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Shire's (SHPG) fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of $1.58 per American Depositary Share (ADS) ...
  3. V.F. Corp's 4Q Beats on EPS - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    V.F. Corporation (VFC) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $3.07 per share, speeding ahead of the ...
  4. Columbia Misses on Low Sales - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Columbia Sportswear Company's (COLM) fourth quarter 2012 earnings went up 8% to $1.15 from the year ago quarter ...
  5. BlackBerry Nears VoIP Deal in UAE - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    As per media reports Blackberry Limited (BBRY) is on the verge of signing an agreement with the telecom carriers in ...
  6. Rating Action on Principal Fin. - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Fitch Ratings reiterated the long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of Principal Financial Group Inc. (PFG) at 'A'. ...
  7. Agilent Misses, Guidance Disappoints - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Agilent Technologies' A) fiscal first quarter earnings per share of 63 cents missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by ...
  8. Schwab's January DARTs Climb - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    In its monthly market activity report for Jan 2013, The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) reported Daily Average ...
  9. Watsco's 4Q EPS Lags, Sales Beats - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Watsco Inc. (WSO) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted EPS of 41 cents, up 5% from the year-ago quarter earnings of ...
  10. Ventas Beats, Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Ventas Inc.'s (VTR) has reported a better-than-expected result in the fourth quarter 2012 and announced an 8% hike ...
  11. Zimmer Stays at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    We recently reiterated our Neutral recommendation on Zimmer Holdings (ZMH), a leading orthopedic medical devices ...
  12. Smucker Exceeds, Ups EPS View - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    The J.M. Smucker Company (SJM),a leading manufacturer of food products,reported better-than-expected third quarter ...
  13. The Natural Gravity of the Stock Market - Weekend Wisdom

    February 15, 2013
    Even in the remotest corner of the world, everyone understands the law of gravity. When you drop something...it will ...
  14. Time for Inverse Bond ETFs? - ETF News And Commentary

    February 15, 2013
    With the major U.S. stock indexes hovering around their all time highs, it can be safely argued that risk on ...
  15. Strayer Beats, but Down Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Strayer Education Inc. (STRA) recently posted fourth quarter 2012 earnings of $1.47 per share, beating the Zacks ...
  16. Campbell Gains in 2Q - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    High-quality foods and simple meals manufacturer, Campbell Soup Company (CPB) reported robust second-quarter 2013 ...
  17. Earnings Preview: Medtronic - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Leading medical devices company Medtronic (MDT) is scheduled to report its first quarter fiscal 2013 results before ...
  18. L-3 Comm Kept at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    We maintain a Neutral recommendation on L-3 Communications Holdings Inc. (LLL) reflecting our concerns regarding the ...
  19. EA Unveils New Free Tetris Game - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Electronic Arts (EA) is expanding its free-to-play gaming portfolio. EA recently announced that its new puzzle game ...
  20. Autodesk Unveils New Applications - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Autodesk Inc (ADSK) recently unveiled a new application for Apple's (AAPL) iPad. The Autodesk 123D Creature app ...
  21. Albemarle Hikes Dividend by 20% - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Albemarle Corporation (ALB) has increased its quarterly dividend by 20% to 24 cents per share from the prior payout ...
  22. Fitch Reviews Regional Banks - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Recently, Fitch Ratings concluded the peer review of 16 mid-tier regional banks. The group includes banks with total ...
  23. Prologis Pens Deal with BMW - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Prologis Inc. (PLD) - a real estate investment trust (REIT) - recently inked 2 build-to-suit deals with BMW of North ...
  24. Inside The Only Singapore Dollar ETF (FXSG) - ETF News ...

    February 15, 2013
    As of now, currency ETF investing remains somewhat underappreciated by most. The space has just over three dozen ...
  25. Fidelity National Partners CUNA - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Recently, Digital Insurance - a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (FNF) - announced a ...
  26. Banks Sued over LIBOR Manipulations - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    At the time when several  banks are already facing regulatory probes for involvement in manipulating LIBOR rates, a ...
  27. Apple Loses "iPhone" in Brazil - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Reportedly, Apple Inc (AAPL) has lost its right to use the "iphone" trademark in Brazil. According to a recent ...
  28. GM to Showcase New Cadillac - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    General Motors Company (GM) recently announced its plans to showcase the redesigned Cadillac CTS at the auto show in ...
  29. NetApp Seems Stupid-Cheap (NTAP, EMC, IBM, HPQ)

    February 15, 2013
    NetApp's valuation seems to expect a disastrous future. Fair value on NetApp shares seems to be in the mid-$50s.
  30. Sherwin-Williams Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) has announced a 28% hike in its quarterly dividend to 50 cents per share from 39 ...
  31. Fifth & Pacific's Bill McComb Looks To Kate Spade For ...

    February 15, 2013
    Recent rumors suggest that FNP will sell Juicy Couture and Lucky Brand Jeans. The company's best hope lies in its ...
  32. CBS Corp. Misses, Profit Rises - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    CBS Corporation's (CBS) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 64 cents a share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 70 ...
  33. Earnings Beat at Actelion - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Switzerland-based Actelion Ltd. (ALIOF) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 47 cents per American Depository ...
  34. Dr. Reddy's Misses on Both Counts - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (RDY) reported third quarter fiscal 2013 earnings per American Depositary Share (ADS) of 40 ...
  35. Whole Foods Disappoints, Comes A Little Closer To Value ...

    February 15, 2013
    Despite another disappointing quarter, Whole Foods has the potential to produce double-digit revenue growth for the ...
  36. Clorox Shares Gain New High - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Sturdy past performances and an upbeat outlook facilitated the shares of The Clorox Company (CLX) to reach a new ...
  37. Heinz to be Sold for $28 Billion - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    In a landmark transaction for the food industry, leading ketchup maker H. J. Heinz Company (HNZ) agreed to be ...
  38. Cliffs Natural Resources Needs Another Iron Ore Boom ...

    February 15, 2013
    Cliffs' high costs are a major issue if iron ore prices stagnate.
  39. CONMED Beats 4Q Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    CONMED Corporation (CNMD), a medical technologies and surgical devices company, reported fourth-quarter 2012 ...
  40. Nestle A Little Light On Results, Heavy On Valuation ...

    February 15, 2013
    Nestle is a premium performer and priced like it.
  41. Alliant Saves Costs, Beats EPS - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 64 cents per share, up 10.3% ...
  42. Do Large Cap ETFs Signal Trouble Ahead? - ETF News And ...

    February 15, 2013
    All current discussion about stocks centers on whether stocks can continue their climb upwards. While there have ...
  43. Taubman Beats on Solid Revs - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Taubman Centers Inc.'s (TCO) fourth quarter 2012 adjusted FFO (funds from operations) of $1.00 per share came in 3 ...
  44. February 15: Stocks Likely To Take a Breather - Economic ...

    February 15, 2013
    The backdrop for today's market action remains favorable, with the New York Fed's Empire State manufacturing index ...
  45. Revenues Rise at Incyte - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Incyte Corporation's (INCY) second-quarter 2012 earnings of 3 cents per share compared favorably with the year-ago ...
  46. Aixtron Is A Volatile Way To Play LED Growth (AIXG, ...

    February 15, 2013
    Aixtron will benefit from a surge in LED lighting, but it isn't known when that will happen.
  47. Weak 4Q and FY12 for Harsco - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Harsco Corporation (HSC) posted GAAP loss per share of $3.27 in the fourth quarter versus a loss of $1.14 in the ...
  48. Stocks May Take a Breather Today - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 15, 2013
    Friday, February 15, 2013 The backdrop for today's market action remains favorable, with the New York Fed's ...
  49. Rogers 4Q Beats on Both Lines - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Rogers Communications Inc. (RCI) declared better financial results for the fourth quarter of 2012, topping both the ...
  50. Stock Market News for February 15, 2013 - Market News

    February 15, 2013
    Benchmarks finished mixed following weak international economic numbers which eclipsed encouraging reports of major ...
  51. Weight Watchers Still Can't Get It Right (WTW, NTRI, ...

    February 15, 2013
    Weight Watchers offers more excuses and poor performance.
  52. Enbridge Lacks Luster in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Enbridge Energy Partners L.P. (EEP) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 18 cents per unit, missing the ...
  53. Encana Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Natural gas exploration and production (E&P) company Encana Corporation (ECA) reported mixed fourth quarter 2012 ...
  54. Navigators Ends 2012 on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Navigators Group Inc.'s (NAVG) fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of 59 cents breezed past the Zacks Consensus ...
  55. Pool's Loss Narrower than Expected - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Pool Corp.'s (POOL) fourth-quarter 2012 loss of 17 cents per share was narrower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of ...
  56. Kinross Beats Squarely in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Gold miner Kinross Gold Corporation (KGC) reported adjusted earnings of 24 cents per share in the fourth quarter of ...
  57. Masimo's Mixed 4Q, Profit Up - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Masimo Corporation (MASI), a leader in non-invasive monitoring technology for patient care, recorded fourth quarter ...
  58. Ackman vs Icahn: The Herbalife Battle Is Deeply Rooted

    February 15, 2013
    When usually reclusive plutocrats come out of the woodwork, it creates media frenzy. No doubt their world is very ...
  59. HMA Mixed 4Q, Profit Up - Analyst Blog

    February 15, 2013
    Health Management Associates (HMA), a leading operator of general acute care hospitals, reported fourth quarter and ...
  60. Are High Yield Corporate Bond ETFs Worth The Risk?

    February 15, 2013
    Though equity markets may have started out 2013 with a bang as the Dow and S&P both hit multi-year highs, the fixed ...
  61. Jack Bogle Doesn't Think You Should Get Cozy With ETFs ...

    February 15, 2013
    Bogle likes index ETFs, but he doesn't think that using them as trading vehicles or as ways to beat the market is a ...
  62. Bull of the Day: First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. ...

    February 15, 2013
    With strong earnings momentum, a solid 3.0% dividend yield and very reasonable valuation, this bank offers a lot to ...
  63. Bear of the Day: Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. (MNRO) - Bear ...

    February 15, 2013
    In addition to negative earnings momentum and a low Industry Rank, this auto repair and tire company looks a bit ...
  64. Algarrobo Property Being Advanced More Quickly Than ...

    February 15, 2013
    Algarrobo Property Being Advanced More Quickly Than Expected by Swingplane Ventures By Steven Ralston, CFA The ...
  65. Head-To-Head: IGE Vs. GUNR

    February 15, 2013
    Imitation just may be the sincerest form of flattery, as any sufficiently profitable ETF idea seems to eventually ...
  66. Friday's ETF Chart To Watch: Consumer Discretionary ...

    February 15, 2013
    Major equity indexes endured a tough trading session as bullish pressures prevailed on Wall Street through the ...
  67. Sigma-Aldrich Inks Deal with Olink - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Sigma Life Science, the innovative biological products and services business unit of Sigma Aldrich Corporation ...
  68. New Software for Xerox Printers - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Business process and document management company Xerox Corp. (XRX) recently introduced a new software for Xerox ...
  69. Delta Shares Profit with Employees - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Delta Air Lines Inc. (DAL) has announced $372 million in profit sharing with 80,000 employees as part of its effort ...
  70. Rating Action on Unum Group - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Fitch Ratings reiterated the Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of Unum Group Inc. (UNM) at 'BBB+.' Concurrently, the ...
  71. Neutral on Amerisafe - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    We have retained our recommendation on Amerisafe Inc. (AMSF) at Neutral based on the current sustainability factors, ...
  72. Ultra Petroleum: Likely to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    We expect natural gas producer Ultra Petroleum Corp. (UPL) to beat expectations when the company reports its ...
  73. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Balanced Funds - Best of Funds

    February 14, 2013
    Investors seeking total return, both regular income and long term capital appreciation, should include balanced ...
  74. Neutral on Mitsubishi UFJ - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    On Feb 14, 2013, we reiterated our long-term recommendation on Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MTU) at Neutral. ...
  75. ImmunoGen Progresses with IMGN901 - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    ImmunoGen, Inc. (IMGN) recently announced that it has finished enrolling patients for the initial stage of the ...
  76. Two New Lease Deals for Mack-Cali - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Real estate investment trust (REIT) Mack-Cali Realty Corp. (CLI) announced that it has entered into two lease deals ...
  77. VMware Set to Buy Virsto - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    VMware Inc. (VMW) recently announced that it is set to acquire Virsto, which develops software that optimizes ...
  78. Lear Speeds Up Share Repurchase - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Lear Corp. (LEA) plans to repurchase $600 million under its existing $1 billion share repurchase program in 2013. In ...
  79. Fred's Sales Flat in January - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Recently, Fred's Inc. (FRED) reported total sales and comparable sales for January 2012, both of which increased ...
  80. Priority Review for Bayer's Drug - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    The HealthCare unit of Bayer AG (BAYRY) recently announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted ...
  81. QLogic Leads in Adapter Market - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    A leading supplier of high-performance network infrastructure solutions, QLogic Corp. (QLGC) continues to dominate ...
  82. CBI Completes SHAW Acquisition - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Chicago Bridge & Iron Co. N.V. (CBI) announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of The ...
  83. Total System Stays Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    We have reiterated our Neutral recommendation on Total System Services Inc. (TSS) based on its slow but steady ...
  84. Dividend Hike at Digital Realty - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Digital Realty Trust Inc. (DLR) announced a 7% hike in its quarterly cash dividend rate, based on its bullish ...
  85. Citi Sheds Stake in Aeromexico - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    In order to enhance profitability, Citigroup, Inc. C) has shed roughly half of its stake in Grupo Aeromexico, ...
  86. Sallie Mae Sells Interest - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    SLM Corporation (SLM), also known as Sallie Mae, declared that it has sold its remaining interest in its SLM Student ...
  87. FORM's Loss Narrows on Higher Revs - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    FormFactor's (FORM) fourth quarter loss of 32 cents per share was narrower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 33 ...
  88. OncoGenex' Candidate Progresses - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    OncoGenex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OGXI) recently announced that it is looking to move its oncology candidate, ...
  89. Foreclosure Activity Dawdling - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Signaling a revival of the housing market, the foreclosure market report released by RealtyTrac revealed a fall in ...
  90. DTE Energy Upgraded to Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    On Feb 7, we upgraded DTE Energy Company (DTE) ahead of its fourth quarter earnings release to Outperform. Our ...
  91. A Closer Look at Market Vectors' New BDC Income ETF - ...

    February 14, 2013
    In investors' never-ending quest for high yield securities, many have taken a closer look at BDCs for exposure. ...
  92. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Little Changed Despite M&A ...

    February 14, 2013
    Afterstraddlingthe flat line for the majority of the day, stocks closed little changed in yet another day of thin ...
  93. Mylan Extends Biocon Collaboration - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Mylan (MYL) extended its three-year old partnership with India-based Biocon Limited. The companies recently signed a ...
  94. More Orders for Boeing's 737 Max - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    The Boeing Company (BA) has received an order worth $6 billion at current list prices for 60 737 MAX airplanes from ...
  95. Yahoo Buys Mobile Apps Developer - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) recently announced the acquisition of Propeld, a developer of mobile apps with a social relevance ...
  96. NRP Beats Estimates Overall - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Natural Resource Partners L.P. (NRP) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 58 cents per unit, up 18.3% ...
  97. EOG Shines on Oil - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    EOG Resources Inc. (EOG) reported solid adjusted fourth-quarter as well as full-year 2012 results on the back of a ...
  98. Data on Peregrine's Bavituximab - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Peregrine Pharmaceuticals (PPHM) recently announced phase II data on its oncology candidate, bavituximab. The ...
  99. Cloud Peak Beats EPS, Sales Trail - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Cloud Peak Energy Inc. (CLD) reported earnings of 54 cents per share in the fourth quarter 2012 compared with 70 ...
  100. ANR Incurs Loss as Coal Price Falls - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Coal producer Alpha Natural Resources (ANR) reported a loss of 19 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2012, ...
  101. Agilent Unit & Pfizer Collaborate - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Dako, an Agilent Technologies A) subsidiary, has entered into an agreement with Pfizer Inc. (PFE) related to the ...
  102. Equinix Beats EPS Est, Revs Grow - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Equinix Inc. (EQIX) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share of 88 cents, exceeding the Zacks Consensus ...
  103. Talisman Disappoints as Prices Fall - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Independent oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) company, Talisman Energy Inc. (TLM) reported weak ...
  104. Portfolio Recovery Posts Strong 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Portfolio Recovery Associates Inc. (PRAA) reported fourth-quarter 2012 income from continuing operations of $2.10 ...
  105. Lockheed Gets Apache Contracts - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) has received two production contracts totaling $161.7 million from the U.S. Army ...
  106. PPL Corp. Beats Overall - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    PPL Corporation (PPL) announced fourth-quarter 2012 pro forma earnings of 49 cents per share, beating the Zacks ...
  107. PXD Misses EPS, Revs Grow - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Pioneer Natural Resources Company (PXD) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 83 cents per share, ...
  108. Euronet Worldwide Beats, Lags Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Euronet Worldwide Inc. (EEFT) reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of 44 cents per share, beating the Zacks ...
  109. Itron's Rev Beats, EPS Lags - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Itron, Inc.'s (ITRI) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings stood at 58 cents per share compared with $1.19 in the ...
  110. Vulcan Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) posted net earnings of 3 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 in contrast to ...
  111. GE Extends JCP Credit Card Program - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    GE Capital Retail Bank, an operating unit of the General Electric Company (GE), recently signed a multi-year renewal ...
  112. Mixed 4Q for Charles River - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Charles River Laboratories (CRL) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of 64 cents per ...
  113. Mixed Bag for Waste Management - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Waste Management Inc. (WM) reported earnings per share (EPS) of 61 cents (excluding special items) in the third ...
  114. Calpine Turns to Profit, Sales Lag - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Calpine Corporation (CPN) posted operating earnings of 22 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2012 as against ...
  115. Apache's Tough Fourth Quarter - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    U.S. energy firm Apache Corp. (APA) reported weak fourth-quarter 2012 earnings, mainly due to deteriorating oil and ...
  116. Alliant Continues to Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    We have maintained our Outperform recommendation on Alliant Techsystems Inc. (ATK). The company currently has a ...
  117. Blockbuster 4Q for DIRECTV - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    The largest U.S satellite TV operator DIRECTV (DTV) has posted solid fourth-quarter 2012 results, with both the top ...
  118. DaVita Beats in 4Q, Grows Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    DaVita HealthCare Partners Inc. (DVA) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.68 per share, beating ...
  119. ABB Underperforms Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    ABB Ltd. (ABB) reported second-quarter 2012 earnings per share of 28 cents, 22.2% below the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  120. Phillips 66 Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Oil refiner Phillips 66 (PSX) has increased its quarterly common stock dividend by 25% to 31.25 cents per share. The ...
  121. Alexion 4Q Tops on Both Lines - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s (ALXN) fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items but including ...
  122. EA's New Free-to-Play Game - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Reportedly, video game developer and publisher Electronic Arts' (EA) upcoming title Real Racing 3 will be available ...
  123. Citi to Fire 50 Investment Bankers - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    As per Reuters, Citigroup Inc. C) has initiated the layoff of nearly 50 investment bankers in its Europe, the Middle ...
  124. Federal Judge Rejects ATM Lawsuits - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    A U.S. District Judge in Washington D.C has dismissed antitrust lawsuits accusing several financial behemoths of ...
  125. 5 Careful Ways to Win with Options - Know Your Options

    February 14, 2013
    Did you know that in spite of all the volatility in the markets as of late (or maybe partly because of it), the ...
  126. AT&T Expands LTE - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    AT&T, Inc. T) is expanding its 4G LTE coverage by upgrading 7 mobile data cell sites in Fayetteville, NC. We believe ...
  127. 4Q Comps Decline at Kirkland's - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Nashville, Tennessee-based specialty retailer of home décor, Kirkland's Inc. (KIRK) reported sales figures for the ...
  128. Small ETF Naysayers at it Again in 2013

    February 14, 2013
    A prominent theme among ETF industry observers from 2012 has, unfortunately, remained in play in 2013. That being ...
  129. Amdocs Offers Cloud-based Solution - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Leading customer experience systems and service provider, Amdocs Limited (DOX) announced that it has launched a ...
  130. Progressive Posts Solid Jan Results - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Progressive Corp.'s (PGR) earnings per share (EPS) for Jan 2013 were 22 cents, improving 81% from 12 cents in the ...
  131. CTRN's Prelim Sales Suggest 4Q Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Citi Trends Inc. (CTRN) has come up with disappointing preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter, which ...
  132. zuweb13 - Zacks Webinar

    February 14, 2013
    Zacks Ultimate Live Webinar The February 14th live webinar is no longer playing. But as you know, one of ...
  133. Praxair Issues $900M Notes - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Industrial gas producer and supplier, Praxair Inc. (PX) recently priced $900 million worth of notes, offered under ...
  134. Tenneco Expects Higher OE Revenues - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Tenneco Inc. (TEN) revealed that it expects original equipment (OE) revenues between $6.4 billion and $6.8 billion ...
  135. Cousins Beats on Both Lines - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ) - a real estate investment trust (REIT) - reported fourth quarter 2012 core ...
  136. BlueLinx Reports Narrower Loss in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (BXC) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and year 2012 on February 13, ...
  137. Famous Dave's Beats on Bottom Line - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Famous Dave's of America Inc. (DAVE) recently reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 10 cents per share, which ...
  138. Rio Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Rio Tinto Plc. (RIO) reported weak financial results for 2012. The company's net loss was $2,990.0 million during ...
  139. Metals & Mining Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Zacks Analyst ...

    February 14, 2013
    A Brief Overview The Metals & Mining industry broadly refers to metals and minerals extraction (mining) and the ...
  140. webnow - Zacks Webinar

    February 14, 2013
    Untitled Document Now Playing: Zacks Ultimate Live Webinar   Kevin ...
  141. Metals & Mining Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Industry Outlook

    February 14, 2013
    A Brief Overview The Metals & Mining industry broadly refers to metals and minerals extraction (mining) and the ...
  142. Earnings Miss at Acorda - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Acorda Therapeutics Inc.'s (ACOR) fourth quarter earnings (including share-based compensation charges but excluding ...
  143. Mondelez Misses in 4Q, EPS View Up - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Mondelez International Inc. (MDLZ) missed on both the top and bottom lines in its fourth quarter 2012 mainly due to ...
  144. Ingram Posts Record Revenues in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Ingram Micro Inc. (IM) has reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share of 73 cents that beat the Zacks Consensus ...
  145. Cisco Beats 2Q EPS Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Cisco Systems (CSCO) reported second quarter 2013 earnings of 47 cents share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  146. NetApp Posts Decent 3Q Numbers - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    NetApp Inc. (NTAP) reported third quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 52 cents, which surpassed ...
  147. ETF of the Week: Industrial SPDR (XLI) - ETF News And ...

    February 14, 2013
    We had earlier made a bullish case for the Industrial Select Sector SPDR (XLI) before starting the year 2013. This ...
  148. CenturyLink Gives a Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    CenturyLink Inc. (CTL) reported mixed fourth quarter and full-year 2012 results, reflecting strong contributions ...
  149. Is Apple Ditching Shareholders? - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    David Einhorn is not alone; Brian Gerick from Pensylvania has also filed a lawsuit against Apple Inc. (AAPL) seeking ...
  150. GM Misses, Yearly Profits Fall - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    General Motors Company (GM) posted a rise in profits to $0.8 billion or 48 cents per share in the fourth quarter of ...
  151. Molson Coors 4Q EPS Beats, Rev Lags - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Global brewer Molson Coors Brewing Company (TAP) reported better-than-expected adjusted earnings of 69 cents per ...
  152. RTI International Beats in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    RTI International Metals, Inc. (RTI), the producer and supplier of titanium mill products, reported earnings of 23 ...
  153. Sonoco Posts Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Sonoco Products Co.'s (SON) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 56 cents per share compared with 46 cents in ...
  154. PepsiCo Reports Strong Quarter - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    PepsiCo Inc. (PEP) reported impressive fourth quarter results beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate for both revenue ...
  155. Current Decline in Share Price is an Opportunity to ...

    February 14, 2013
    Current Decline in Share Price is an Opportunity to Accumulate Shares By Grant Zeng, CFA Balance Sheet ...
  156. ValueClick Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    ValueClick Inc. (VCLK) reported fourth quarter 2012 non-GAAP earnings of 56 cents per share, up 21.7% from the ...
  157. Valspar Misses Estimates in 1Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Leading paint and coatings maker The Valspar Corporation's (VAL) first-quarter fiscal 2013 (ended Jan 25, 2013) ...
  158. MEMC Posts Decent 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    MEMC Electronic Materials Inc. (WFR) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of 8 cents, which ...
  159. AEMD: DAPRA Revenue, Operational Progress Continues - ...

    February 14, 2013
    By Brian Marckx, CFA 10-Q Filed for Fiscal Q3 2013 (12/31/2012) Aethlon Medical (OTC BB:AEMD) filed their 10-Q ...
  160. Skechers Beats Zacks' Expectations - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Skechers USA Inc.'s (SKX) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings came in at 8 cents a share that fared far better than a loss ...
  161. Inside First Trust's New Preferred Securities ETF (FPE) ...

    February 14, 2013
    Although markets continue to perform well, income-paying choices remain favorites of many investors. Considering ...
  162. February 14: Jobless Data, International GDP Numbers to ...

    February 14, 2013
    Hopes of economic rebound both in the U.S. as well abroad have pushed stocks to new highs, but ground realities ...
  163. Whole Foods Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Whole Foods Market, Inc.'s (WFM) first-quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of 78 cents a share came a penny ahead of the ...
  164. Beam Looks To Take Maker's Mark Further (BEAM, DEO, BF.B)

    February 14, 2013
    Beam announced that it was reducing the alcohol content of its Maker's Mark bourbon in order to increase supply of ...
  165. Henry Schein Excels Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Henry Schein Inc. (HSIC) reported earnings per share (EPS) of $1.26 in the fourth quarter of 2012, reflecting a beat ...
  166. Avis Budget's 4Q Loss Narrowed - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Leading global car rental company, Avis Budget Group Inc. (CAR), posted stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter 2012 ...
  167. Coca-Cola's OK Results Won't KO The Stock (KO, PEP, ...

    February 14, 2013
    Coca-Cola wasn't spectacular, but it was good enough. While the stock was and still is expensive, investors are ...
  168. Hospira Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Hospira Inc.'s (HSP) fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items) of 55 cents per share beat the Zacks ...
  169. Annie's Surfing A Rising Tide In Food (BNNY, KRFT, K, CPB)

    February 14, 2013
    Annie's is expensive, but that won't necessarily preclude more gains.
  170. A Mixed Bag for Liberty Global - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Liberty Global Inc. (LBTYA) declared mixed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2012. Although revenue and ...
  171. Zillow Reports 4Q and FY12 Results - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Zillow Inc. Z) fourth quarter net earnings of 2 cents breezed past the Zacks Consensus Estimate of negative 6 cents. ...
  172. Growth - What Growth? - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 14, 2013
    Thursday, February 14, 2013 Hopes of economic rebound both in the U.S. as well abroad have pushed stocks to new ...
  173. Stock Market News for February 14, 2013 - Market News

    February 14, 2013
    Benchmarks finished mixed following a small increase in retail sales and marginally upbeat earnings reports. The ...
  174. UFPI's 4Q Lags Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Universal Forest Products Inc's (UFPI) fourth quarter 2012 financial results were disappointing as the company ...
  175. Record High 4Q for j2 Global - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Yesterday, after the closing bell, ,j2 Global Inc. (JCOM) reported excellent fourth-quarter 2012 financial results, ...
  176. WellCare Reports In-Line, Falls Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (WCG) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $1.32 per share, in line with the Zacks ...
  177. The Best ETFs You've Never Heard Of (LAG, IAU, WITE, ...

    February 14, 2013
    There are many unheralded ETFs out there just waiting to earn you strong returns.
  178. Willis Group Beats EPS Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Willis Group Holdings plc (WSH) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted net income from continuing operations of 45 ...
  179. Valmont Tops Estimates in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Valmont Industries Inc.'s (VMI) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $2.43 per share outstripped the Zacks Consensus ...
  180. Hanger Beats Squarely; Profit Soars - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    Hanger Inc.'s (HGR) adjusted earnings of 58 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2012 were 2 cents above the ...
  181. MetLife Beats EPS Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 14, 2013
    MetLife Inc. (MET) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share (EPS) of $1.25, modestly beating both ...
  182. How ETF Traders Can Use The VIX Index

    February 14, 2013
    Investors and traders alike have surely run across the Volatility Index, commonly referred to as the VIX, in ...
  183. Benzinga Market Primer: Thursday, February 14

    February 14, 2013
    Futures Lower Following Eurozone GDP U.S. equity futures traded lower in early trade following weak GDP data from ...
  184. 7 Articles ETF Investors Must Read: 2/14

    February 14, 2013
    Wall Street was in for several lackluster days of trading this week, with most Asian markets closed on Monday and ...
  185. CurrencyShares Singapore Dollar Trust (FXSG) Rolls Out

    February 14, 2013
    The bull train continues full steam ahead as major equity indexes have enticed buyers after every minor pullback ...
  186. Bull of the Day: Prestige Brands Holdings Inc: (PBH) - ...

    February 14, 2013
    Their products are probably in and around your house; should their stock be in your portfolio?
  187. Bear of the Day : J.C. Penney (JCP) - Bear of the Day

    February 14, 2013
    J. C. Penney (JCP) posted a third-quarter 2012 loss of $0.93 per share that fared worse than the earnings of $0.18 ...
  188. Itau Unibanco Upped to Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We are upgrading our recommendation on Brazil's Itau Unibanco Holding S.A., (ITUB) to Neutral from Underperform, ...
  189. DryShips Enhances Ocean Rig Offering - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    International shipping company DryShips Inc. (DRYS) has increased the floatation size and pricing of it's majority ...
  190. CNI Puts Off Project Study - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Uncertainty surrounding the mining sector compelled Canadian National Railway Company (CNI) to shelve the ...
  191. Air Products APEX Services at PPIM - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) announced that it will showcase its fast and flexible industrial nitrogen ...
  192. Omnicom Hikes Dividend Payout - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Global marketing and corporate communications company Omnicom Group Inc. (OMC) recently increased its dividend ...
  193. E*TRADE's January DARTs Swing Up - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Online brokerage firm, E*TRADE Financial Corporation (ETFC) reported a hike in its Daily Average Revenue Trades ...
  194. J.B. Hunt Drives in Middle Lane - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    On Feb 8, we maintained our Neutral recommendation on J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (JBHT), reflecting its ...
  195. 3M Gets Certification for CNG Tank - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    3M Company (MMM) recently completed the NGV2-2007 certification process - the American National Standards Institute ...
  196. ADTRAN Improves Partner Program - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Communication networking solution provider, ADTRAN Inc. (ADTN) is improvising its Channel Partner Program to enhance ...
  197. Cummins Upgraded to Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    On Feb 12, we upgraded Cummins Inc. (CMI) to Neutral based on its opportunities from fuel economy improvements, new ...
  198. St. Jude Recalls Amplatzer Device - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Medical devices major St. Jude Medical Inc. (STJ) is voluntarily recalling its Amplatzer TorqVue FX Delivery System ...
  199. Thermo Fisher Remains at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We recently reiterated our Neutral recommendation on Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO), a major scientific instrument ...
  200. WDC Launches Multipurpose Player - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    In an endeavor to foray in to the digital media market, Western Digital Corporation (WDC) has launched WD TV Play, a ...
  201. UBS Fined by FSA over AIG Fund Sale - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    In yet another blow to its reputation, UBS AG (UBS) has been ordered to pay nearly £19.5 million ($30.5 million) in ...
  202. Wet Seal Jan Sales Decline Again - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Same-store sales at Wet Seal Inc. (WTSLA), a specialty retailer of fashionable and contemporary apparel and ...
  203. TowerJazz Looks to Restart Growth - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    TowerJazz Looks to Restart Growth By Ken Nagy, CFA TowerJazz (NasdaqGS:TSEM) is due to release it's 4th quarter ...
  204. CVS Broadens Pharmacy Advisor - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    CVS Caremark (CVS) recently extended its innovative Pharmacy Advisor program to cover five additional chronic ...
  205. Neutral Stance on Newell Rubbermaid - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Newell Rubbermaid Inc. (NWL), the producer of Sharpie pens and Rubbermaid containers, remains on our Neutral list as ...
  206. Bristol-Myers Inks OTC Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY) recently announced that it has inked a deal with UK-based company Reckitt ...
  207. Cisco Beats with Record Earnings, Revs - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    This current earnings season has not been much to write home about for stocks in the Tech sector. But after the bell ...
  208. JC Penney Enhances Credit Facility - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    In a move to enhance its liquidity position at a time when it is undergoing a phase of transformation to become ...
  209. ABB Wins Automation Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    ABB Ltd. (ABB) announced its plan to acquire APS Technology Group (APS), based in San Diego. With this acquisition ...
  210. Roche Collaborates with RQx Pharma - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Roche (RHHBY) recently entered into a drug discovery collaboration with privately-held RQx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ...
  211. Cullen/Frost Prices Preferred Stock - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    On Tuesday, Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (CFR) announced the pricing of a public offering of non-cumulative perpetual ...
  212. Apache Raises Quarterly Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    U.S. energy firm Apache Corporation (APA) increased its quarterly cash dividend payment by 18% to 20 cents per ...
  213. Amgen Provides Long-Term Update - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Amgen (AMGN) recently provided an update on its long-term strategy. The company said that it intends to focus on the ...
  214. AGL Resources Cut to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    On Feb 7, 2013, we downgraded energy services holding company AGL Resources Inc. (GAS) to Underperform from Neutral, ...
  215. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks End Mixed

    February 13, 2013
    Strong pullbacks in several bellwether stocks had markets struggling for a definitive direction today, with thebulls ...
  216. Data on AVEO/ALPMY's Tivozanib - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AVEO) and Astellas Pharma, Inc. (ALPMY) recently announced final overall survival (OS) ...
  217. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Real Estate Mutual Funds - Best of ...

    February 13, 2013
    Investing directly in the real estate sector may appear to be an expensive proposition for most investors. This is ...
  218. American Electric Likely to Miss - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    American Electric Power Co. Inc. (AEP) is set to report fourth quarter and full year results on Feb 15, 2013. Last ...
  219. Enphase System at Arizona Solar Farm - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Enphase Energy Inc. (ENPH) has announced that Arizona based Cambio Energy has completed a solar installation at the ...
  220. Alliant Gets Rocket Motor Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Alliant Techsystems Inc. (ATK) has entered into an agreement, worth $17 million, with the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to ...
  221. CNOOC Clears Final Hurdle for Nexen - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Chinese energy giant CNOOC Ltd. (CEO) has cleared the final obstacle for its acquisition of the Calgary, ...
  222. W&T Sets '13 Budget at $450M - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    An independent oil and gas producer, W&T Offshore, Inc. (WTI) has allotted around $450 million as its capital budget ...
  223. Love Aids Logistics, Biz Up - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    With Valentine's Day right around the corner, lovers are in a mad rush to send gifts to their sweethearts. This ...
  224. Record Earnings for Deere in 1Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Deere & Company (DE) reported record first quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of $650 million or $1.65 per share compared ...
  225. Statoil Quits Kazakh Offshore Plan - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Statoil ASA (STO) has finally decided to give up the Kazakh Caspian oilfield project, following unsuccessful ...
  226. Low Expectations Drove Q4 Earnings Surprises - Earnings ...

    February 13, 2013
    The Q4 earnings season was good enough because expectations were so low.
  227. Sigma-Aldrich Retained at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We are retaining our Neutral recommendation on global lab chemical and life sciences company Sigma-Aldrich ...
  228. Nokia Strengthens Asha Series - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Nokia Corporation (NOK) has strengthened its low-end smartphone range by unveiling the new dual SIM Asha 310, which ...
  229. Yorkville Debuts High Income Infrastructure MLP ETF - ...

    February 13, 2013
    With the fiscal cliff resolved, investors once again starting buying high yielding products in droves. MLPs were no ...
  230. Molina Prices Senior Notes - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Molina Healthcare Inc. (MOH) recently decided to issue 1.125% cash convertible senior secured notes worth $450 ...
  231. 3 Reasons Investing in Silver Makes More Sense Than Gold Now

    February 13, 2013
    I applaud Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke for pulling out all the stops in an effort to supercharge the ...
  232. Most Popular ETFs to Start 2013 - Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)

    February 13, 2013
    Eric Dutram, ETF Strategist, talks about funds that have seen the biggest inflows to start the new year.
  233. Merge Extends Customer Base - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Imaging and interoperability solutions provider Merge Healthcare Incorporated (MRGE) has extended its customer base ...
  234. The State of the Union Address for Investors - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Here is my short-form take on President Obama's State of the Union address.  This is written to outline four major ...
  235. Reiterate Cardinal at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    On Feb 11, 2013 we retained Cardinal Health (CAH) at Neutral after the company beat Zacks Consensus Estimates for ...
  236. Stryker Hits 52-Week High - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Shares of Stryker Corp. (SYK) hit a new 52-week high of $64.10, before closing on Tuesday, Feb 12 at $63.01. The ...
  237. This Week's Growth & Income Stocks (K) and (ESS) - Zacks ...

    February 13, 2013
    Growth & Income Stock Strategist, Todd Bunton, highlights Kellogg Company K) and Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS).
  238. JDS Uniphase Upgraded to Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We upgraded our recommendation on JDS Uniphase Corp. (JDSU) to Outperform based on the company's second quarter of ...
  239. A Closer Look At The Postal Service Pension (BLK, BRK-B, ...

    February 13, 2013
    The Post Office announced it was ending mail delivery on Saturdays. The pension liability is an oft-mentioned cause ...
  240. CE Mark for BSX's Promus Premier - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Boston Scientific (BSX) has expanded its drug eluting stent ("DES") portfolio with the CE Mark approval for the ...
  241. Intel to Launch Internet TV Service - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    The world's largest manufacturer of semiconductor products, Intel Corp. (INTC) recently announced its plans to ...
  242. Colgate Reiterated at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We have maintained our long-term Neutral recommendation on the global consumer products company, Colgate-Palmolive ...
  243. Riptides At Riverbed Technology (RVBD, FFIV, CSCO)

    February 13, 2013
    If Riverbed can produce a double-digit long-term free cash flow growth rate, fair value today is in the high $20s.
  244. Warning: Bullish Extremes in Sentiment - Cook`s Kitchen

    February 13, 2013
    Gauging all the sentiment survey indicators, both retail and professional.
  245. Jacobs' Deal Win in Saudi Arabia - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Saudi Aramco Lubricating Oil Refining Co. (Luberef), recently awarded Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (JEC), a ...
  246. POSCO Upgraded to Strong Buy - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Zacks Investment Research upgraded POSCO (PKX) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) on Feb 12, 2013. Why the Upgrade? ...
  247. Schmidt Sells His Stake, LinkedIn Got The Goods And Your ...

    February 13, 2013
    While earnings for last week remained mixed, those firms not tied too heavily to personal computer sales continue to ...
  248. Avis Set to Complete Zipcar Buyout - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Global vehicle rental giant Avis Budget Group Inc. (CAR) has successfully completed the waiting period under the ...
  249. IFF Retains a Neutral Stance - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We recently maintained a Neutral recommendation on New York-based, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF), a ...
  250. D.R. Horton Reaches 52-Week High - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    One of the largest homebuilders in the U.S., D.R. Horton, Inc (DHI) recently reached a 52-week high of $24.66 on Feb ...
  251. Daimler Shows Year-Long Strength - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Daimler AG (DDAIF) reported a 30% rise in earnings per share to €2.09 ($2.70) in the fourth quarter of 2012 from ...
  252. Will Rio Tinto Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Rio Tinto Plc. (RIO) is set to report full year 2012 results on Feb 14. It reported dismal half year results ...
  253. Bull vs. Bear: Should You Buy This Rare Earth Miner?

    February 13, 2013
    Editor's Note: Here at StreetAuthority, we've been talking about the best way to profit from critical elements that ...
  254. The Effects Of Currency Changes On International ETFs ...

    February 13, 2013
    With international equity ETFs popping up, many investors are unaware of the effects that currency exchange rates ...
  255. Hercules Offshore Seeing Better Days In The Gulf (HERO, ...

    February 13, 2013
    Hercules Offshore has clearly rebounded strongly from the bottom of the cycle.
  256. A Mixed Bag for Buffalo Wild Wings - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    The casual dining chain, Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. (BWLD) recently reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 89 cents ...
  257. HCC Insurance Ends 2012 on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    HCC Insurance Holdings (HCC) fourth quarter adjusted earnings of 94 cents breezed past the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  258. Duke Energy Beats on Bottom Line - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) announced fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 70 cents per share, beating the ...
  259. Choice Hotels Outperforms - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Choice Hotels International Inc. (CHH) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings from continuing operations of ...
  260. Japan ETF (EWJ) Signaling Continued Bull Trend? - ETF ...

    February 13, 2013
    Amid shakiness in the developed world, Japan seems to be potentially back on track after a long time. The new Prime ...
  261. Invesco's January AUM Advances - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Invesco Ltd. (IVZ) recorded a rise in its preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) for Jan 2013. The AUM ...
  262. Shire Settles Lawsuit with Impax - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Shire plc (SHPG) recently settled its pending litigation with Impax Laboratories, Inc. (IPXL). The litigation is ...
  263. Red Robin Likely to Beat in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    We expect the casual dining restaurant chain Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc. (RRGB) to beat expectations when it ...
  264. Thailand ETF Could Benefit From Infrastructure Bonanza

    February 13, 2013
    Over the past several years, investors looking to profit from global infrastructure spending announcements, ...
  265. Agilent Preview: Will it Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Agilent Technologies Inc. A) is set to report first quarter 2013 results on Feb 14. Last quarter it posted a 5% ...
  266. Molson Coors Preview: Will it Beat? - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Global brewer Molson Coors Brewing Company (TAP) is set to report fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 14. Last ...
  267. UTX Completes UTC Power Divesture - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    United Technologies Corp. (UTX) recently divested its UTC Power fuel cells business to ClearEdge Power for an ...
  268. Albemarle Starts Tyrone Expansion - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Fine Chemistry Services (FCS), a segment of specialty chemical company Albemarle Corporation (ALB), has commenced ...
  269. BorgWarner Opens New Plant in India - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    BorgWarner Inc. (BWA) announced the opening of a new facility in Manesar, near New Delhi, India. The ...
  270. GE Divests JV Stake to Comcast - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    General Electric (GE) recently sold its remaining 49% equity stake in the NBCUniversal (NBCU) joint venture and the ...
  271. TOTAL Lags on Lower Volume - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Integrated oil and gas company TOTAL S.A. (TOT) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.76 per share ...
  272. EA's Origin for Mac - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Electronic Arts (EA) recently announced that its online digital platform, Origin, is now available for Apple's ...
  273. HCP Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Real estate investment trust (REIT) - HCP Inc. (HCP) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted FFO (funds from ...
  274. February 13: Stocks Likely To Post Modest Gains - ...

    February 13, 2013
    A good enough January Retail Sales report and the Comcast (CMCSA) deal announcement should help stocks maintain the ...
  275. Citi Plans to Release Reserves - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Citigroup Inc. C) is contemplating to release reserves created against bad mortgages of its Citi Holdings division. ...
  276. Barclays Reports Disappointing 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Barclays PLC (BCS) reported net operating income of £5,757 million ($9,243 million) for fourth quarter 2012 (ended ...
  277. Three Country ETFs Struggling in 2013 - ETF News And ...

    February 13, 2013
    The global financial turmoil severely tested the mettle of many a developing economy. While many proved their ...
  278. WU Beats Est., Guides for 2013 - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Leading money transfer company, Western Union Co. (WU) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating earning of 42 cents ...
  279. Dismal Quarter & Year for Dr Pepper - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Dr Pepper Snapple's (DPS) fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings (excluding mark-to-market losses/gains) of 82 cents ...
  280. Ahead of Wall Street - Feb 13, 2013 - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 13, 2013
    Wednesday, February 13, 2013   A good enough January Retail Sales report and the Comcast (CMCSA) deal announcement ...
  281. Harris Unveils IP-based ATC - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Harris Corp. (HRS) unveils Internet Protocol-based, air traffic control (ATC) voice communications system capable of ...
  282. SGEN Narrows Loss, Sales Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Seattle Genetics, Inc. (SGEN) reported fourth quarter 2012 net loss per share of 9 cents, narrower than the Zacks ...
  283. Capella Education Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Capella Education Company's (CPLA) fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 73 cents a share missed the Zacks Consensus ...
  284. Theravance Narrows Y/Y Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Theravance Inc.'s (THRX) fourth quarter 2012 loss of 33 cents per share was narrower than the Zacks Consensus loss ...
  285. Federal Realty Marginally Beats - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported third quarter 2012 FFO (funds ...
  286. Stock Market News for February 13, 2013 - Market News

    February 13, 2013
    The Dow Jones and the S&P 500 finished in the green, closing at five-year highs prior to President Barack Obama's ...
  287. Lorillard Exceeds, Ups Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Cigarette maker Lorillard Inc. (LO) delivered fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 79 cents per share, which ...
  288. Dean Foods Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Dean Foods Company (DF) reported adjusted earnings of 40 cents per share for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, ...
  289. DDR Matches FFO, Revs Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    DDR Corp. (DDR) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating FFO (funds from operations) per share of 27 cents, in line ...
  290. Highwoods FFO In Line, Revs Up - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Highwoods Properties Inc. (HIW) - a real estate investment trust (REIT) - reported fourth quarter 2012 core FFO ...
  291. Hess Has Good Assets, But What About Management? (HES, ...

    February 13, 2013
    Hess has a great asset base, but can management exploit it effectively? Investors would be wise to be careful ...
  292. Charges Hit Cliffs in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF) posted adjusted earnings of 62 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2012, ...
  293. America Movil Reports a Mixed Bag - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    America Movil (AMX), the largest telecom carrier in Latin America, has reported fourth-quarter earnings per ADR of ...
  294. TJX Posts Strong Sales, Ups Guidance - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Consolidated same-store sales at The TJX Companies Inc. (TJX), an off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions, ...
  295. Spirit Beats Est in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (SPR), one of the leading aerospace/defense products and service providers, ...
  296. Comcast Misses, Shares Soar - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Yesterday, after the closing bell, Comcast Corp. (CMCSA) reported its fourth-quarter 2012 financial results, which ...
  297. FMC Tech Meets EPS, Beats Rev - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Offshore oilfield equipment manufacturer, FMC Technologies (FTI) reported fourth-quarter adjusted diluted earnings ...
  298. Why Steve Jobs' Big Blunder is Starting to Cost Apple

    February 13, 2013
    In coming months, moviegoers will be treated to a pair of hagiographic films about Steve Jobs. In early April, we'll ...
  299. Fidelity Misses Estimates in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 13, 2013
    Fidelity National Information Services Inc. (FIS) reported fourth-quarter 2012 non-GAAP earnings of 68 cents per ...
  300. Launch Frenzy Hits The Street: FORX, FPE, YMLI And BIZD

    February 13, 2013
    Bullish euphoria continues to drive price action on Wall Street as major equity indexes creep higher and higher, ...
  301. ETF Performance: Weight Isn't Everything

    February 13, 2013
    When it comes to choosing which ETF is right for you, one of the top considerations of many investors is how exactly ...
  302. 7 Rules ETF Day Traders Must Know

    February 13, 2013
    ETFs are embraced by buy-and-hold investors and active traders alike for their unparalleled ease-of-use and cost ...
  303. Will Encana Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Natural gas exploration and production (E&P) company Encana Corporation (ECA) is scheduled to report its ...
  304. Scientific Games' Buyout in Jeopardy - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The proposed acquisition of WMS Industries Inc. (WMS) by Scientific Games Corp. (SGMS) has seemingly hit a roadblock ...
  305. Legg Mason's January AUM Advances - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Baltimore-based Legg Mason Inc. (LM) reported a marginal increase in its assets under management (AUM) in Jan 2013 ...
  306. Telenet Raises Shareholders' Wealth - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The Belgian cable TV operator Telenet Group Holding NV has decided to return 950 million Euros (approximately $1.3 ...
  307. Sanofi Shows Interest in Regeneron - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (REGN) recently announced that it has received a notification under the ...
  308. Apache Unit Closes Deal with Chevron - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Apache Canada Limited - a subsidiary of U.S. energy firm Apache Corporation (APA) closed its previously announced ...
  309. STJ Presents RESPECT Trial Data - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Medical devices major, St. Jude Medical Inc. (STJ), presented additional data from the RESPECT clinical trail at the ...
  310. Applied Preview: Will It Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) is set to report first quarter 2013 results on Feb 13. Last quarter it posted a 100% ...
  311. Calpine Expected to Outperform 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We expect utility company Calpine Corporation (CPN) to beat expectations when it reports fourth-quarter 2012 results ...
  312. How is Kraft Foods Placed for 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Kraft Foods Group Inc. (KRFT) is set to report fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 15. Last quarter it posted a ...
  313. U.S. Rig Count Falls by 5 - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    In its weekly release, Houston-based oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. (BHI) reported a dip in the U.S. ...
  314. Will Rogers Beat in 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Rogers Communications Inc. (RCI), the largest telecom company in Canada is set to release its fourth-quarter 2012 ...
  315. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Wells Fargo Mutual Funds - Best of ...

    February 12, 2013
    Wells Fargo is one of the four largest banks in the US and has a legacy spanning 150 years in the financial services ...
  316. Assured Guaranty Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    In order to share more profits with its shareholders, the board of directors of Assured Guaranty Ltd. (AGO) approved ...
  317. Delta Invests More in JFK Facelift - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Delta Air Lines (DAL) in association with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and JFK ...
  318. Bayer Seeks Riociguat Approval - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Bayer (BAYRY) recently submitted applications to the US and the EU authorities for the approval of riociguat. Bayer ...
  319. BNY Mellon Faces $850M Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (BK) recently found itself in a tight spot with a tax court judge ruling ...
  320. Chile to Auction 4G Spectrum - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    In order to keep pace with other Latin American countries in 4G deployment, Subtel, Chile's telecom regulator ...
  321. Teva Enrolls First Patient in Study - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (TEVA) recently announced that it has enrolled the first patient in the phase IV ...
  322. Quanta Wins Solar Power Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR) through its subsidiary, Quanta Power Generation, Inc., received an engineering, ...
  323. Cardiome Selects Quintiles - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Cardiome Pharma Corp. (CRME) recently selected privately-held Quintiles for providing lifecycle safety and global ...
  324. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked High Yield Mutual Funds - Best of ...

    February 12, 2013
    For the average investor, high yield mutual funds are the best method to invest in bonds rated below investment ...
  325. UCB, Amgen Discontinue Study - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    UCB (UCBJF) and Amgen Inc. (AMGN) recently announced their decision to discontinue a phase III program being ...
  326. Priority FDA Review for Celgene Drug - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Recently, Celgene Corporation (CELG) announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will review the ...
  327. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Rally Ahead of Obama's State ...

    February 12, 2013
    Bulls finally came off the sidelines today, pushing both the Dow and S&P 500 to five-year highs in yet another ...
  328. Northrop: E-2D for Full Production - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Northrop Grumman Corporation's (NOC) E-2D Advanced Hawkeye has received approval from the Office of the Secretary of ...
  329. Amazon, CBS Ink Streaming Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) announced a content licensing agreement with CBS Television Network (CBS), extending the ...
  330. Perrigo in Expansion Mode - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Perrigo Company (PRGO) recently announced that it is set to acquire a UK-based privately held pharmaceutical ...
  331. Earnings Preview: ALLETE Inc. - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    ALLETE Inc. (ALE) is slated to release its fourth quarter 2012 financial results before the market bell on Feb 15, ...
  332. Noble Still In Line with Market - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We reaffirmed our Neutral recommendation on Noble Corporation (NE) on Jan 31, 2013, reflecting its commitment to ...
  333. PPL Corp. Likely to Beat 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We expect electricity and natural gas supplier PPL Corporation (PPL) to beat expectations when it reports ...
  334. BP, Freeport in LNG Supply Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    British energy giant BP plc (BP) has inked an agreement to ship liquefied natural gas (LNG) processed at a terminal ...
  335. Discover Keeps Neutral Rec - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on Discover Financial Services (DFS). The recommendation is based on its ...
  336. KMP, Calpine Extend Shipping Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Pipeline operator Kinder Morgan Energy Partners L.P. (KMP) has inked an extended agreement with power producer ...
  337. Babcock & Wilcox Strikes Twin Deals - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The Babcock & Wilcox Company (BWC) has won 2 U.S. Naval Reactors Program contracts to render procurement and ...
  338. Short Sellers Shy Away from Social Media Stocks (EBAY, ...

    February 12, 2013
    By and large, the short interest in social media companies based in the United States dwindled in the latter two ...
  339. Chubb Stays at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Chubb Corp. (CB), following the fourth quarter earnings release. ...
  340. Marsh & McLennan Exits 2012 Humbly - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Marsh & McLennan Cos. Inc. (MMC) reported its fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 52 cents per share, in line ...
  341. Reiterate Cerner at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    On Feb 7, we retained Cerner Corporation (CERN), a leading healthcare information technology ("HCIT") solutions ...
  342. Reiterate PerkinElmer at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    On Feb 7, we retained PerkinElmer (PKI) at Neutral after the company met Zacks Consensus Estimate for earnings but ...
  343. The Best Case Against Gold You'll Ever Read

    February 12, 2013
    Despite popular opinion, I've never been a big believer in investing in gold. There's a reason gold is the currency ...
  344. Still Neutral on Cepheid - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    On Feb 5, 2013, we reaffirmed our Neutral recommendation on Cepheid Inc (CPHD) following the fourth quarter 2012 ...
  345. Epocal Acquired by Alere - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Alere (ALR), a medical products company focused on integrating rapid diagnostics with health management, recently ...
  346. PIMCO Debuts Active Currency ETF (FORX) - ETF News And ...

    February 12, 2013
    Currency ETFs remain an underappreciated corner of the fund world. While there are about three dozen products ...
  347. Eastman Chemical Held at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on Eastman Chemical (EMN) following our assessment of its fourth-quarter ...
  348. DryShips Upgraded to Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We upgrade our recommendation on DryShips Inc. (DRYS) to Neutral ahead of its fourth-quarter 2012 financial results. ...
  349. MasterCard Deploys Excess Capital - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Following a better-than-expected 2012 financial results, last week MasterCard Inc. (MA) announced higher yield to ...
  350. Brookfield Announces Strategic Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Toronto-based Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (BAM) announced the purchase of 19 apartment communities (4,892 ...
  351. Short Interest in U.S. Airline Stocks Dwindles (DAL, ...

    February 12, 2013
    By and large, the short interest in U.S.-based airline stocks dwindled during the latter two weeks of January. The ...
  352. Embraer Upped to Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    On February 11, 2013, we upgraded our recommendation on aircraft manufacturing company, Embraer S.A. (ERJ) from ...
  353. MAR's Flagship Brand in Bangalore - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Marriott International Inc. (MAR), unveiled a property under its Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand in Bangalore, ...
  354. Harley Raises Dividend by 35.5% - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) decided to raise 2013-first quarter dividend by 35.5% to 21 cents from 15.5 cents as it ...
  355. KB Home Remains Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We maintain a Neutral rating on KB Home (KBH) following appraisal of the second quarter 2012 results. KB Home's ...
  356. Pipeline Progresses at Shire - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that the company has initiated a phase III study to evaluate the efficacy and ...
  357. Triumph Prices Senior Notes - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Triumph Group Inc. (TGI) recently decided to issue $375.0 million 4.875% senior secured notes with maturity ...
  358. 9 Reasons Stocks Can March Much Higher This Year

    February 12, 2013
    The stock market has outperformed even the most optimistic forecasts so far this year. The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones ...
  359. Life's Products Gain FDA Approval - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Global biotechnology tools company - Life Technologies Corporation (LIFE) recently received 510(k) clearance from ...
  360. Franklin's January AUM Perks Up - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Franklin Resources Inc. (BEN) declared preliminary assets under management (AUM) of $809.8 billion by its ...
  361. Can Solar ETFs Continue Their Bull Run? - ETF News And ...

    February 12, 2013
    The global solar industry seems to be rebounding from its hard hit 2012 performance with the resolution of the U.S. ...
  362. 10 Highly-Anticipated Tech IPOs for 2013

    February 12, 2013
    Investment bankers are a fickle lot. When the market takes a tumble, they tell their soon-to-go-public banking ...
  363. Agilents's New RTSA - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Agilent Technologies Inc. A) launched real-time spectrum analysis (RTSA) for use with its PXA X-Series signal ...
  364. F5 Networks Expands in SDN Market - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    F5 Networks Inc. (FFIV) recently announced the acquisition of a privately-held networking services provider, ...
  365. Will Whole Foods Beat in 1Q13? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    We expect Whole Foods Market, Inc. (WFM), one of the leading natural and organic foods supermarkets, to beat ...
  366. TXN's New Power Management Unit - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Texas Instruments (TXN) or "TI" has launched a low-voltage power management unit, the TPS659119-Q1 for automotive ...
  367. Goodyear Tops Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (GT) reported a profit of $97 million or 39 cents per share in the fourth quarter of ...
  368. Beacon Roofing Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc. (BECN) reported first-quarter 2013 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 37 cents, down ...
  369. Starwood's Luxury Line Now in Poland - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    In order to beef up its Polish as well as Luxury Collection portfolio, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. ...
  370. Loss at MannKind Wider than Expected - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    MannKind Corporation's (MNKD) loss of 23 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 was wider than the Zacks ...
  371. Hasbro Sets New 52-Week High - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Shares of Hasbro Inc. (HAS) reached a new 52-week high of $40.13 on Monday, Feb 11, 2013, just after it announced a ...
  372. Avon's Earnings Recover in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    After reporting dismal results over the past six quarters, Avon Products Inc. (AVP) posted better-than-expected ...
  373. Air Products Technology at IPC APEX - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (APD) announced that it will showcase advanced proprietary electron attachment (EA) ...
  374. Omnicom Excels Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Omnicom Group Inc. (OMC) reported strong fourth quarter 2012 results with a net income of $307.1 million or $1.13 ...
  375. New Medical Design Products from 3M - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Diversified technology conglomerate 3M Company (MMM) has recently introduced a new portfolio of medical design ...
  376. TD Ameritrade's January DARTs Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation (AMTD) - an online brokerage firm - reported a 17% increase in average U.S. trades ...
  377. Activision's Skylanders Hits $1B - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Activision Blizzard Inc.'s (ATVI) publishing division recently announced that the Skylanders franchise has garnered ...
  378. American Axle Sees Loss in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    American Axle and Manufacturing Inc. (AXL) reported a loss of $1.7 million or 2 cents per share in the fourth ...
  379. Global Fears Fall - Zacks Commentary

    February 12, 2013
    With Mario Draghi Stabilizing Europe's Financial System, U.S. Stocks Have Room to Breathe and Run.
  380. Cousins Likely to Beat in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Cousins Properties Inc. (CUZ) - a real estate investment trust (REIT) - is expected to beat expectations when it ...
  381. Retail ETFs Looking Good Before Data Release - ETF News ...

    February 12, 2013
    Economic sentiments are evenly poised at the moment with the fourth quarter GDP coming in at -0.1% followed by ...
  382. Reynolds Beats, Gives 2013 View - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Leading cigarette maker Reynolds American Inc. (RAI) delivered adjusted earnings of 76 cents (excluding a one-time ...
  383. February 12: Lack of Positive Catalysts for Stocks - ...

    February 12, 2013
    Stocks haven't done much in recent days after reaching milestone levels, but they haven't lost much ground either. ...
  384. Will Dean Foods Beat Again? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Dean Foods Company (DF) is set to report its fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 13. Last quarter it posted an ...
  385. McGraw-Hill Meets Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The McGraw-Hill Companies Inc. (MHP) posted fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted quarterly earnings of 72 cents per share ...
  386. CNO Financial Ends on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    CNO Financial Group Inc. (CNO) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted operating earnings of 25 cents per share, ...
  387. ANN's 4Q Sales to Miss Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Women's apparel retailer, ANN INC. (ANN) recently came up with lower-than-expected preliminary sales results for the ...
  388. Coca-Cola EPS Beats, Sales Lag - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    The Coca-Cola Company's (KO) fourth quarter adjusted earnings of 45 cents per share marginally beat the Zacks ...
  389. Will CBS Corp. Beat Again? - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    CBS Corporation (CBS), an S&P 500 company and a diversified media conglomerate, is set to report its fourth-quarter ...
  390. 3 ETFs To Play The Semiconductor Rally (QQQ, QCOM, SOXX)

    February 12, 2013
    These ETFs are a great way to profit from the semiconductor rally.
  391. Metals USA Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Metals USA Holdings Corp. (MUSA) reported adjusted earnings (excluding items) of 23 cents per share in the fourth ...
  392. DISH Likely to Sell Spectrum - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    DISH Network Corp. (DISH) is skeptical on its decision to deploy a wireless network and intends to sell the ...
  393. ON Semiconductor Seems To Have Found Bottom (ONNN, QCOM, ...

    February 12, 2013
    ON is looking better on both growth and margin potential.
  394. The State of our Economy is Good - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 12, 2013
    Tuesday, February 12, 2013 Stocks haven't done much in recent days after reaching milestone levels, but they ...
  395. Fossil's 4Q EPS In Line, Revs Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Fossil, Inc (FOSL) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $2.27 per share, which exceeded the year-ago ...
  396. Playing Blue Gold's Rise (PHO, PNR, WTR, FLS, NWPX)

    February 12, 2013
    While natural resource investing has exploded in recent years, many portfolios have little to no exposure to water. ...
  397. American Financial Beats EPS Est. - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    American Financial Group Inc.'s (AFG) fourth quarter adjusted earnings of 67 cents breezed past the Zacks Consensus ...
  398. Masco Swings to Profit in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Masco Corporation's (MAS) adjusted earnings of 4 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 beat the Zacks ...
  399. Stock Market News for February 12, 2013 - Market News

    February 12, 2013
    In the absence of major earnings reports or economic events, investor sentiment flagged, dragging benchmarks ...
  400. Smith & Nephew Beats in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Smith & Nephew plc (SNN) reported earnings per share (EPS) of 15.8 cents or EPADS of 79 cents in the fourth quarter ...
  401. Comstock Results Miss Out Again - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Domestic energy explorer Comstock Resources Inc. (CRK) reported weak fourth quarter 2012 results, hamstrung by ...
  402. American Capital Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    American Capital Ltd. (ACAS) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating income of 26 cents per share, beating the Zacks ...
  403. Badger Meter Falls Short of Ests - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Badger Meter Inc. (BMI) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share (EPS) of 39 cents compared with 8 cents in ...
  404. Lions Gate Breezes Past Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Strong top-line performance aided Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. (LGF) to post stellar third-quarter fiscal 2013 ...
  405. D&B Misses Estimates, Outlook Dull - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (DNB) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $2.38 per share, which missed the Zacks ...
  406. Crisis Investing 101: Everything You Need to Know About ...

    February 12, 2013
    Protecting profits and preparing for an economic crisis is likely the furthest thing from your mind right now. The ...
  407. Glatfelter's 4Q Mixed, Net Slips - Analyst Blog

    February 12, 2013
    Specialty papers maker Glatfelter (GLT) saw its profit sag 28% year over year in fourth-quarter 2012 to $7 million ...
  408. Go Global, But Watch Your Currency Exposure

    February 12, 2013
    Bullish momentum has been an undeniable force on Wall Street since the new year, with equity markets reaching fresh ...
  409. Commodity ETPs: Beware Energy Bias

    February 12, 2013
    As the ETF industry continues its rapid development, investors can now gain cheap and easy access to nearly every ...
  410. Bear of the Day: Goldcorp (GG) - Bear of the Day

    February 12, 2013
    Investors may have fool's gold on their hands with GG. Gold prices have been weak and earnings estimates are plunging.
  411. Bull of the Day: Tyson Foods (TSN) - Bull of the Day

    February 12, 2013
    Don't be chicken; take a closer look at this top Ranked poultry producer that has a strong earnings estimate picture.
  412. A Relative Price Strength Screen for Beating the Market ...

    February 12, 2013
    Kevin Matras goes over a Relative Price Change screen to help you find top performers no matter what the market is ...
  413. FBIZ: Fourth Quarter EPS on Target; Raising 2013 EPS ...

    February 11, 2013
    FBIZ: Fourth Quarter EPS on Target; Raising 2013 EPS Estimate by a Nickel By Ann Hefforn, CFA First Business ...
  414. Post-Rally, Market Still Undervalued - Market Strategy

    February 11, 2013
  415. Warner Chilcott Provides 2013 View - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Warner Chilcott (WCRX) recently revealed its financial guidance for 2013. The company expects to earn $3.20-$3.30 ...
  416. UPS Expands LCL Lanes - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS), the leading package delivery company has expanded its Less Than Container Load ...
  417. ABB Procures HVDC Upgrade Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    ABB Ltd. (ABB) announced that it has received an order to upgrade the existing Celilo HVDC (high-voltage direct ...
  418. Acorda Presents Encouraging Data - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. (ACOR) recently announced that data from preclinical studies evaluating glial growth ...
  419. Weak Comps Trend Continues for Cato - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Following the disappointing holiday sales season, fashion retailer Cato Corporation (CATO) again posted weak ...
  420. Gilead Closes YM Biosciences Buyout - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Recently, Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) completed its acquisition of Canada-based drug development company, YM ...
  421. ABB Wins Brazilian Shipyard Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    ABB Ltd. (ABB) received a contract from Jurong Shipyard Pte Ltd. for the design, supply, supervision of ...
  422. Cousins Properties Boosts Portfolio - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    In an effort to expand in Texas and boost its Atlanta portfolio, Cousins Properties Inc. (CUZ) acquired a 100% ...
  423. Ally to Repay TARP Dues by 2014 - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Ally Financial Inc. is likely to repay the TARP dues by 2014 driven by the robust performance of its auto-finance ...
  424. Pipeline Advances at Glaxo - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Recently, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) announced that it has submitted a regulatory application for its oncology candidate, ...
  425. Limited Brands' Comps Up 9% - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Limited Brands Inc. (LTD), a specialty retailer of women's intimate and other apparel, beauty and personal care ...
  426. AT&T Still Connects at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    On Feb 7, we maintained our Neutral recommendation on AT&T Inc. (T), reflecting the company's favorable aspects like ...
  427. January Comps for Gap Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Gap Inc. (GPS) posted strong January comparable-store sales growth of 8% (comps) that surpassed analyst expectations ...
  428. American Capital Invests in ASAP - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    On Friday, American Capital Ltd. (ACAS) declared its investment of $89 million, committed in Dec 2012, in the One ...
  429. Natural Gas Storage Down by 118 Bcf - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    The U.S. Energy Department's weekly inventory release showed a smaller-than-expected decrease in natural gas ...
  430. Novo Nordisk Suffers Setback - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Novo Nordisk (NVO) recently faced a setback when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) declined to approve its ...
  431. Auto Industry Outlook and Review - Feb 2013 - Industry ...

    February 11, 2013
    The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
  432. Update on Lilly's Tabalumab - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) recently provided an update on its rheumatoid arthritis candidate, tabalumab. The ...
  433. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Dragged By Energy In ...

    February 11, 2013
    Equity markets started off the week with a lackluster day of trading, as investors remained cautious amid fears of a ...
  434. Duke Energy Likely to Miss - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) is set to report fourth quarter and full year 2012 results on Feb 13, 2013. Last ...
  435. Linkedln Beats 4Q Ests, Revs Jump - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    LinkedIn Corporation (LNKD) reported adjusted net earnings of 13 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012, well ...
  436. Data on Biogen Hemophilia Candidates - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Biogen Idec (BIIB) and partner, Swedish Orphan Biovitrum recently presented encouraging data on their hemophilia ...
  437. CPKF: Fourth Quarter EPS Dragged Down by Nonoperating ...

    February 11, 2013
    CPKF: Fourth Quarter EPS Dragged Down by Nonoperating Items By Ann Heffron, CFA CPKF (OTC Markets:CPKF) reported ...
  438. Raytheon Gets Patriot Add-on - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Raytheon Company (RTN) was awarded a $116 million firm-fixed-price level-of-effort contract from the Army ...
  439. Land Rights of Petaquilla Upheld by Panamanian Supreme ...

    February 11, 2013
    Land Rights of Petaquilla Upheld by Panamanian Supreme Court By Steven Ralston, CFA Last week, the Supreme Court ...
  440. Kinder Morgan Stays Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    On Jan 27, we reaffirmed our long-term Neutral recommendation on Kinder Morgan Energy Partners L.P. (KMP) - the ...
  441. Eni Expands Egyptian Presence - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Italian energy major Eni SpA E) has made a new oil discovery with an exploration well - Rosa North IX. The well is ...
  442. BP, Oceaneering in Supply Pact - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    BP Exploration Operating Company Limited, a unit of the British energy giant BP plc (BP) has awarded a contract to ...
  443. United Jan Traffic Grows Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) showed a modest year-over-year improvement in consolidated traffic for Jan ...
  444. Statoil Gets Safety Order from PSA - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Norwegian giant Statoil ASA (STO) has been ordered to improve the working condition at its Heimdal platform. The ...
  445. Healthways Agrees with Carondelet - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Leading well-being enhancement company Healthways (HWAY) and Carondelet Health Network recently revealed an ...
  446. MDCO-BMY Deal Comes into Effect - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    The Medicines Company (MDCO) recently announced that its two-year global collaboration agreement for Recothrom with ...
  447. Arch Capital Acquires CMG Insurance - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Arch U.S. MI, the U.S. subsidiary of Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL) intends to foray into the U.S. Mortgage ...
  448. Costco's Comps Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), the leading U.S. warehouse club operator, posted healthy comparable-store sales ...
  449. WU to Serve Indian Students - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    In an attempt to facilitate foreign universities to accept the payment of tuition money in Indian currency, Western ...
  450. One of the Smartest Income Strategies in the Market

    February 11, 2013
    Four weeks ago, I told you about a trading strategy specifically designed to reduce exposure to market volatility, ...
  451. Auto Industry Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Industry Outlook

    February 11, 2013
    The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
  452. Auto Industry Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Zacks Analyst ...

    February 11, 2013
    The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
  453. Protective Life Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Protective Life Corp. (PL) reported operating earnings of 98 cents per share ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  454. Lannett Beats, Ups Guidance - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Lannett Company, Inc. (LCI) reported second quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of 10 cents per share, above the Zacks ...
  455. Buckeye Posts a Mixed Bag - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Buckeye Partners L.P. (BPL) announced fourth quarter operating earnings of 96 cents per unit, outpacing the Zacks ...
  456. 'Great Rotation': Fact or Fiction - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Domestic stock funds garnered a whopping $21 billion in the initial four weeks of 2013, according to Lipper. This ...
  457. US Approval for Celgene's Pomalyst - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently delivered encouraging news to Celgene Corporation (CELG) by ...
  458. NCR Delivers Modest 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    NCR Corp. (NCR) posted fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share (EPS) of 72 cents, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus ...
  459. Boston Properties Seals $71M Buyout - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Last week, Boston Properties Inc (BXP) announced that it has completed the acquisition of a development site - 535 ...
  460. Loews Lags Bottom-Line Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Loews Corporation L) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating net income of 18 cents per share, which lagged the Zacks ...
  461. RBC Gets Regulatory Nod - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Last week, Royal Bank of Canada (RY) - also known as RBC - got permission from Canada's Competition Bureau for the ...
  462. DecisionPoint is in the Mobile Apps Sweet Spot - Analyst ...

    February 11, 2013
    DecisionPoint is in the Mobile Apps Sweet Spot By Ken Nagy, CFA In January 2013, DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. ...
  463. Ross' January Comps Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Ross Stores Inc. (ROST) - one of the largest off-price apparel and home fashion chain retailers in the U.S. - ...
  464. Schwab Unveils Commission-Free ETFs - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    In a move to change the dynamics of the U.S. exchange traded funds (ETFs), The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW) has ...
  465. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Global Mutual Funds - Best of Funds

    February 11, 2013
    A portfolio consisting of both domestic and foreign stocks provides superior returns at comparatively lower risk ...
  466. AAMRQ Posts Jan'13 Traffic Update - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    AMR Corporation (AAMRQ), the parent company of American Airlines recently came out with its revenue and air traffic ...
  467. What's in Store for Cisco in 2Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is set to report second quarter 2013 results on Feb 13. Last quarter it posted a 7.32% ...
  468. Triumph Reiterated at Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    We have retained our Outperform recommendation on the aerospace giant, Triumph Group Inc. (TGI), due to its strong ...
  469. GOL's New Partnership with Delta - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A. (GOL), a Brazil based air transportation company, entered into an agreement with ...
  470. Swingplane Ventures on Course to Develop Chilean Copper ...

    February 11, 2013
    Swingplane Ventures on Course to Develop Chilean Copper Property By Steven Ralston, CFA Swingplane Ventures Inc. ...
  471. Wyndham's RCI on an Expansion Mode - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Wyndham Worldwide Corporation's (WYN) leading vacation exchange network, RCI, recently declared the inclusion of 150 ...
  472. Top Ranked Homebuilder ETF in Focus: XHB - ETF News And ...

    February 11, 2013
    It seems that the residential construction sector is in a nice recovery with tremendous upside potential going ...
  473. Ultra Petroleum Cut to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    On Feb 5, 2013, we downgraded natural gas producer Ultra Petroleum Corporation (UPL) to Underperform from Neutral, ...
  474. Will Gold Mining ETFs Ever Be a Buy? (GLD, GDX, GDXJ)

    February 11, 2013
    ETF investors have numerous choices with gold ETFs, but most concentrate on the gold miners or the commodity.
  475. Avista Corp. Boosts Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Avista Corporation (AVA) has increased its quarterly dividend by 5.17%, bringing the annualized dividend to $1.22 ...
  476. Affymetrix Links Up with DNA Link - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Genetic products company, Affymetrix Inc. (AFFX), inked a 'Powered by Affymetrix' ("PbA") Program agreement with ...
  477. Three Tech ETFs Still Going Strong - ETF News And Commentary

    February 11, 2013
    Technology had been the best performing sector in 2012 and it easily outperformed the S&P 500 index. Starting in ...
  478. McDonald's January Comps Tumble - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    After a relatively decent performance in the fourth quarter of 2012, same-store sales (comps) at McDonald's Corp. ...
  479. VVL Systems Adopts BMC Cloud - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    BMC Software Inc. (BMC) recently announced that a government consulting company, VVL Systems & Consulting has ...
  480. Fossil Likely to Beat in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    We expect Fossil, Inc. (FOSL), a leading fashion accessories distributor, to beat expectations when it reports ...
  481. Galena Biopharma: Clinical Programs Remain on Track and ...

    February 11, 2013
    Galena Biopharma: Clinical Programs Remain on Track and Valuation is Attractive By Grant Zeng, CFA Balance Sheet ...
  482. Sherwin-Williams Remains Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on Sherwin-Williams (SHW) following our assessment of its fourth-quarter ...
  483. The Right and Wrong Ways to Invest in China ETFs - ...

    February 11, 2013
    Make no mistake about it, China is back on track. The nation suffered through weak stretch in 2012, but the ...
  484. Will Mondelez Miss in 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    One of the leading manufacturers of packaged food-products, Mondelez International Inc. (MDLZ) prepares to release ...
  485. The Top 5 Bear-Market ETFs (SH, DOG, EFZ, SJB, GLL)

    February 11, 2013
    Bearish investors have the opportunity to gain from betting against a market rise, and the following ETFs can help ...
  486. Regal Beloit Buys RAM Motor Business - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Regal Beloit Corporation (RBC) recently completed the acquisition of the RAM motor business from Schneider Electric ...
  487. New Share Repurchase Program for LPS - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    In a concerted effort to return cash to shareholders, Lender Processing Services, Inc. (LPS) recently authorized a ...
  488. Post-Rally, Stocks Still Undervalued - Investment Ideas

    February 11, 2013
    Just above 14 times this year's earnings, stocks remain undervalued. Consider our financial market landscape. ...
  489. Calgon Antidumping Order Extended - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Calgon Carbon Corporation (CCC) has announced that the antidumping order on steam activated carbon imported into the ...
  490. Earnings Preview: Dr Pepper Snapple - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc (DPS) is set to report fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 13. Last quarter it posted a ...
  491. 4 ETFs To Play A Booming Healthcare Sector (XLV, PJP, ...

    February 11, 2013
    The healthcare sector is performing the best so far in 2013. We look at four ETFs to play the sector's momentum.
  492. Urban Beats, Reports Strong Sales - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Following strong holiday sales, Urban Outfitters Inc. (URBN) reported robust preliminary sales results for the ...
  493. Emerging Market ETFs to Soar in 2013? - ETF News And ...

    February 11, 2013
    There is no doubt that the U.S. market started 2013 with a bang with heavy inflows across all kinds of risky assets. ...
  494. BIP Misses, Raises Distribution - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP) announced fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 25 cents per unit, ...
  495. Comps Decline at Buckle - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Buckle Inc. (BKE), the leading retailer of casual apparels, footwear and accessories for men and women, came up with ...
  496. A Step Back For Atmel, But The Potential Is Interesting ...

    February 11, 2013
    Atmel needs to win sockets for the shares to outperform.
  497. Louisiana-Pacific Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Louisiana-Pacific Corporations (LPX) reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations of 18 ...
  498. February 11: Positive Momentum Likely To Dip - Economic ...

    February 11, 2013
    Without much on the economic or earnings fronts today, stocks will likely struggle to sustain the positive momentum ...
  499. Mississippi Power Shuts Eaton Unit - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Mississippi Power Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of electric utility firm Southern Company (SO), has closed Plant ...
  500. Comcast Corporation: Likely to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    We expect cable multi service operator (MSO) Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) to beat expectations when it reports ...
  501. FEI Still A Big Play On The Very Small (FEIC, DHR, WAT, TMO)

    February 11, 2013
    FEI has excellent growth potential, but valuation is a bit steep.
  502. Ahead of Wall Street - Feb 11, 2013 - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 11, 2013
    Monday, February 11, 2013 Without much on the economic or earnings fronts today, stocks will likely struggle to ...
  503. Will PepsiCo Beat in 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) is set to report fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 14. Last quarter it posted a 3.45% positive ...
  504. Stock Market News for February 11, 2013 - Market News

    February 11, 2013
    Benchmarks finished in the green in the wake of better-than-expected earnings and encouraging domestic & ...
  505. Will DirecTV Miss in 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    DirecTV (DTV) is set to release its fourth-quarter 2012 results before the market opens on Thursday, Feb 14, 2013. ...
  506. Can ServiceSource Turn It Around? (SREV, VMW, ACN, ORCL)

    February 11, 2013
    ServiceSource has to prove to the Street that it has a viable long-term model.
  507. Buffalo Wild Wings Likely to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    The owner and operator of casual dining restaurant chain, Buffalo Wild Wings Inc. (BWLD) is expected to beat the ...
  508. Solid 4Q for Conceptus - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Contraception device maker- Conceptus Inc. (CPTS) reported earnings per share (EPS) of 17 cents during the fourth ...
  509. Manulife Grows 4Q Earnings - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Canadian life insurer Manulife Financial Corp. (MFC) reported fourth-quarter net income of approximately $1.11 ...
  510. Arrow's 4Q EPS Beats, Guidance Dull - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Arrow Electronics Inc. (ARW) posted fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.23, surpassing the ...
  511. Broadridge Misses by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc. (BR) posted second-quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 17 ...
  512. TC PipeLines Underperforms in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 11, 2013
    Pipeline operator TC PipeLines L.P. (TCP) announced weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter 2012 results. The ...
  513. Bear of the Day: Bebe Stores (BEBE) - Bear of the Day

    February 11, 2013
    This fashion retailer is unlikely to see better days anytime soon.
  514. Bull of the Day: CoreLogic (CLGX) - Bull of the Day

    February 11, 2013
    CoreLogic will continue to benefit from the current mortgage refinancing boom.
  515. 3 ETFs To Watch This Week: RTH, EWJ, FXE

    February 11, 2013
    Eurozone drama and economic uncertainty had equity markets in a volatile ride last week,with stocks posting their ...
  516. Earnings Expectations for the Week of February 11

    February 10, 2013
    Quarterly reports from General Motors (NYSE: GM) and Deere (NYSE: DE) will be among the highlights on the earnings ...
  517. Barron's Recap (2/9/12): Best Fund Families

    February 09, 2013
    This weekend in Barron's online: the annual Barron's/Lipper Fund Family Ranking, why the Dell buyout deal ...
  518. Coca-Cola Earnings Preview: EPS and Revenue Growth Expected

    February 09, 2013
    Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO), shares of which rose this past week following the Super Bowl and a dividend hike from bottler ...
  519. Candlestick Charts: Quickly Spot Patterns With This ...

    February 09, 2013
    Candlestick charts were first used by rice traders in Japanese futures markets in the 1700s. They were introduced to ...
  520. Mobivity Adds to its Growing Client List - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Mobivity Adds to its Growing Client List In January 2013, Mobivity Holdings Corporation (OTC Markets:MFON)  the ...
  521. Cliffs Gets ISO 140001 - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (CLF) has announced that its North American Coal operations have received ISO 14001 ...
  522. Milestone for St. Jude's Heart Implant - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Medical devices major St. Jude Medical Inc. (STJ) has reached yet another important clinical landmark by registering ...
  523. Shaw Downgraded to Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    We downgrade the Canadian cable MSO, Shaw Communications Inc. (SJR) to Neutral based on the company's high level of ...
  524. Valmont Acquires Locker Group - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI) has acquired Australia-based Locker Group Holdings Pty Ltd for an undisclosed price. ...
  525. Arris Banks on E6000 Router - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Arris Group Inc. (ARRS) - a global technology leader in the development of advanced cable telephony, next-generation ...
  526. Covidien Issues STAR Trial Data - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    International health care products major, Covidien plc. (COV) announced results of the two-year "Solitaire FR ...
  527. Target's January Sales Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Target Corporation (TGT), the operator of general merchandise and food discount stores in the United States, ...
  528. CONSOL Provides Reserves Update - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    CONSOL Energy Inc. (CNX) divulged its updated resource reserves figures for the year 2012. The company added 954 ...
  529. Comcast Launches Mobile Security App - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    In an attempt to prevent the online threats to consumer mobile devices, Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) has launched an ...
  530. Tenet Closes Senior Notes Offering - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Earlier this week, Tenet Healthcare Corporation (THC) completed the previously-announced private offering of senior ...
  531. AutoNation Upgraded to Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    On Feb 7, we upgraded AutoNation Inc. (AN) to Outperform based on its optimal brand and market mix, which is driving ...
  532. ADTRAN Partners Accuris - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Communication networking solution provider, ADTRAN Inc. (ADTN) has collaborated with Ireland-based Accuris Networks ...
  533. Kohl's January Comps Up - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Specialty department store Kohl's Corporation (KSS) posted increase in total sales and same-store sales results for ...
  534. Trading for a Living - Weekend Wisdom

    February 08, 2013
    Ever wonder how some people seem to be able to make money in the market no matter what? Why some people are ...
  535. OKE Downgraded to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    On Feb 7, 2013, we downgraded our recommendation on energy company, ONEOK, Inc. (OKE) to Underperform from Neutral. ...
  536. Top 5 Highest Yielding Zacks #1 Ranked Government Bond ...

    February 08, 2013
    Government bond mutual funds are considered to be the safest class of investments in the bond fund category. These ...
  537. General Mills Hits 52-Week High - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    General Mills, Inc. (GIS), a producer of branded consumer food recently reached a 52-week high of $42.61 on Feb 7, ...
  538. Domestic Crude Supplies Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    The U.S. Energy Department's weekly inventory release showed that crude stockpiles logged an increase, as refinery ...
  539. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Growth Mutual Funds - Best of Funds

    February 08, 2013
    When capital appreciation over the long term takes precedence over dividend payouts, growth funds become a natural ...
  540. General Dynamics to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    On Feb 4, 2013, we downgraded defense and aerospace operator, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) to Underperform ...
  541. NV Energy Raises Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    The board of directors of NV Energy Inc. (NVE) has approved to increase the quarterly dividend of the company by ...
  542. Tessera Remains on Transition Path - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Tessera Technologies (TSRA) reported a fourth-quarter net loss of 25 cents, which was lower than the Zacks Consensus ...
  543. Google Buys Channel Intelligence - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Google Inc. (GOOG) recently announced that it has acquired an online marketing service Channel Intelligence (CI), a ...
  544. LMT Gets Aegis Contract Modification - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) was awarded a sole-source-cost-plus-incentive-fee/cost-plus-award-fee contract ...
  545. Vical's Loss Narrower than Expected - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Vical Inc. (VICL) suffered a net loss per share of 9 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, narrower than the Zacks ...
  546. Supernus' Update on Oxtellar - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (SUPN) recently provided information on its agreement with Patheon Inc. (PNHNF) for ...
  547. Qualcomm Upgraded to Outperform - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    On Feb 6, we upgraded our recommendation on Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM) to Outperform based on the company's fourth quarter ...
  548. FLIR Beats EPS Est, Rev Dips - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    FLIR Systems Inc. (FLIR) released its third-quarter 2012 results before the market opened today, reporting earnings ...
  549. XL Group Exits on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    XL Group plc's (XL) fourth-quarter 2012 operating income of 13 cents per share outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  550. Vodafone Revs Continue to Fall - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Vodafone Group Plc (VOD) reported its financial results for third quarter 2013.   Consolidated revenues of ...
  551. Q4 Earnings Season Slowing Down - Earnings Preview

    February 08, 2013
    We still have plenty of Q4 earnings reports to come, but the bulk of the earnings season is now behind us, with ...
  552. SunPower Beats EPS, Lags Revs - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    SunPower Corporation's (SPWR) fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share (including stock-based compensation) ...
  553. Mack-Cali Beats Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Real estate investment trust (REIT) Mack-Cali Realty Corp. (CLI) reported fourth quarter 2012 FFO (funds from ...
  554. PAA Expands Mississippian Pipeline - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (PAA) is expanding its existing Mississippian Lime Pipeline, stretching from ...
  555. Entergy Posts Higher Profits - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Before the bell, Entergy Corporation (ETR) reported its fourth quarter and full year 2012 results. In the reported ...
  556. S&P Assigns Positive View on LBTYA - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Rating agency Standard & Poor's (S&P) is keeping a positive outlook on media conglomerate Liberty Global Inc. ...
  557. Moody's 4Q EPS In Line, Revs Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Moody's Corp. (MCO) reported earnings of 70 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012, which jumped 62.8% from ...
  558. The Week Ahead: Earnings from McGraw-Hill, Cisco, Pepsi; ...

    February 08, 2013
    Earnings season is beginning to wind down, but the second full week of February will still be full of earnings ...
  559. Southwest Posts Low Traffic for Jan - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Top notch passenger airline Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) witnessed a drop in traffic and capacity for Jan 2013, ...
  560. Patterson-UTI Beats, Lags Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. (PTEN), one of the largest onshore contract drillers in the U.S., reported ...
  561. Another Challenging Quarter for LH - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LH) reported net earnings of $120.2 million or $1.26 per share in the ...
  562. Denbury 4Q Vol Surges - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Texas-based Denbury Resources Inc. (DNR) reported its preliminary fourth quarter as well as full year 2012 ...
  563. ON Semi Beats EPS, Revs Down Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    ON Semiconductor (ONNN) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 8 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a ...
  564. Chevron Gas Find Offshore Australia - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Chevron Australia Pty Ltd - an affiliate of Chevron Corporation (CVX) - announced the discovery of natural gas in ...
  565. Molina Beats on Revenue Growth - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Molina Healthcare Inc. (MOH) reported fourth-quarter 2012 net earnings per share of 54 cents, significantly ...
  566. Mixed 4Q at American Capital Agency - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    American Capital Agency Corp. (AGNC) reported mixed results in fourth quarter 2012. The company's net spread income ...
  567. Alcatel Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Alcatel-Lucent (ALU) reported net loss from continuing operations of 80 cents per ADS in the fourth quarter of 2012, ...
  568. Montpelier Re Betters Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Montpelier Re Holdings Ltd. (MRH) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating loss of 31 cents per share, better than the ...
  569. Everest Re Gains on Lower Costs - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Everest Re Group Ltd. (RE) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating earnings of 80 cents per share, substantially ...
  570. FleetCor Exits on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    FleetCor Technologies, Inc.'s (FLT) fourth quarter adjusted earnings of 82 cents breezed past the Zacks Consensus ...
  571. Athena's Mixed 4Q; Profit Up - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Leading vendor of cloud-based services for physician practices Athenahealth (ATHN) reported fourth quarter 2012 ...
  572. Options for Beginners: An Interview with our Top Expert

    February 08, 2013
    In a recent article, I showed how billionaire investors like Warren Buffett use simple options strategies to ...
  573. Myriad Tops Estimates; Tweaks View - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Myriad Genetics Inc. (MYGN) reported EPS of 42 cents in the second quarter of fiscal 2013, representing a beat of ...
  574. HWAY 4Q EPS Misses, Minor Profit - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Healthways (HWAY) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted (excluding one-time expenses) earnings per share of 5 cents, ...
  575. Barclays Hires 16 Bankers in US - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Barclays PLC (BCS) announced that it had expanded its Wealth and Investment Management division in the U.S. by ...
  576. FDA Nod for Warner Chilcott Drug - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Recently, Warner Chilcott plc (WCRX) received encouraging news when the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...
  577. Citi to Spin-off Hedge Fund Unit - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    In accordance with the Volcker Rule, Citigroup Inc. C) is in the final stages of spinning off an internal hedge fund ...
  578. Macy's January Sales Soar - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Efficient merchandising strategy led Macy's Inc. M) - one of the leading department store retailers in the U.S. - to ...
  579. Top Ranked Telecom ETF in Focus: VOX - ETF News And ...

    February 08, 2013
    Markets have been on pretty much a straight up trajectory since the Fiscal Cliff was resolved in late December. Once ...
  580. Penske Beats, EPS Rise 21% - Analyst Blog

    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 ...
  581. Nordstrom's January Comps Rise - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    January comparable store sales (comps) for leading fashion retailer, Nordstrom Inc. (JWN), surpassed analyst ...
  582. Monster's 4Q EPS In Line, Revs Miss - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Monster Worldwide (MWW) reported earnings of 8 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, which was in line with the Zacks ...
  583. Green Mountain Beats, Ups View - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Coffee maker Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc. (GMCR) delivered robust first quarter 2013 adjusted earnings ...
  584. Hyatt Expanding in France - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Consistent with its expansion strategy, a leading global hotel chain, Hyatt Hotels Corporation H), recently declared ...
  585. Starwood's Luxury Brand in Thailand - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    In order to give a boost to its spread in Thailand, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) recently unveiled ...
  586. Philip Morris Beats, Gives View - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) reported adjusted third quarter 2012 earnings per share of $1.24, surpassing ...
  587. Flour Wins Contract from Baxter - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Fluor Corporation (FLR) recently received a contract from Baxter International Inc. (BAX) to manage the early phase ...
  588. Graham Corp. Lowered to Strong Sell - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Zacks Investment Research downgraded Graham Corp. (GHM) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) on February 6, 2013. Why ...
  589. Mixed 4Q for Andersons - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    The Andersons Inc. (ANDE) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 80 cents per share, a decrease of 31% from the ...
  590. Is This Expansion Still On Track? - Zacks Commentary

    February 08, 2013
    The Latest GDP Forecasts Don't Look to be a Fresh Source of Worry
  591. Credit Suisse Reports Strong 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Credit Suisse Group (CS) reported fourth quarter net income attributable to shareholders of CHF 816 million ($894.8 ...
  592. Generics Continue to Hurt Sanofi - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Sanofi (SNY) reported fourth quarter 2012 business earnings of 77 cents per American Depository Share (ADS), in line ...
  593. Brazil ETFs in Trouble? - ETF News And Commentary

    February 08, 2013
    It was believed by many that Brazil, Russia, India and China, collectively known as the BRIC nations would play a ...
  594. Impressive 4Q at Aimco - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Apartment Investment and Management Company (AIV) - a real estate investment trust (REIT), better known as Aimco - ...
  595. Loss Widens at Alnylam, Sales Fall - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s (ALNY) fourth quarter 2012 loss of $1.20 per share was narrower than the Zacks ...
  596. Tepid 4Q for Hasbro; Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Hasbro Inc.'s (HAS) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of $1.20 were in line with the Zacks Consensus ...
  597. Republic Services Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Republic Services, Inc. (RSG), a leading waste management company, reported lackluster fourth quarter and full year ...
  598. Microchip Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Microchip Technology Inc (MCHP) reported GAAP net income of $10.2 million or 5 cents per share in third quarter of ...
  599. The Difference Between Warren Buffett and You

    February 08, 2013
    You don't have to be a billionaire guru to benefit from this strategy -- you just have to act like one. You say you ...
  600. India ETFs Slump on Weak GDP Forecast - ETF News And ...

    February 08, 2013
    Only a few days back, India ETFs prospered when the RBI, or the Reserve Bank of India, embarked on another rate ...
  601. Mixed Bag from Advance Auto - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Advance Auto Parts Inc. (AAP) posted a 2.2% decrease in earnings per share to 88 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012 ...
  602. Activision Reports Solid 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Activision Blizzard Inc. (ATVI) reported robust fourth quarter non-GAAP earnings of 78 cents, which increased 25.8% ...
  603. LPS' Adjusted EPS Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Lender Processing Services, Inc (LPS) reported fourth quarter 2012 net earnings of $2.8 million or 3 cents share ...
  604. Goldman Benefits from Equity Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Amid volatile equity markets and an uncertain global economy, The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) succeeded in ...
  605. News Corp. Beats Zacks' Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    News Corporation's (NWSA) second-quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of 44 cents a share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  606. Disney Has A Stable Of Horses To Ride (DIS, CMCSA, SIX, ...

    February 08, 2013
    Disney has plenty of opportunities to do better, and the stock price assumes it will.
  607. NY Times Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    The New York Times Company (NYT) recently posted better-than-expected second-quarter 2012 results. The quarterly ...
  608. Chipotle Still Getting The Benefit Of The Doubt (CMG, ...

    February 08, 2013
    Chipotle needs to reignite the growth to validate the price.
  609. Central Garden Misses, Loss Widens - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Lower sales along with increased promotional and innovation costs took a toll on Central Garden & Pet Company's ...
  610. February 08: Positive Trade Data from Domestic and ...

    February 08, 2013
    Positive trade data out of China and the U.S. should perk up the market's spirits a bit, but will likely prove not ...
  611. Aaron's Posts Record 4Q Results - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Leading rent-to-own operator, Aaron's Inc. (AAN) reported impressive financial results for the fourth quarter of ...
  612. Kellogg Back In Its Groove (K, GIS, MDLZ, NSRGY)

    February 08, 2013
    Kellogg's brand-building will pressure margins, but strong sales growth is encouraging.
  613. Wider-Than-Expected Loss at Avanir - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AVNR) reported first quarter fiscal 2013 net loss per share of 9 cents, wider than the ...
  614. Statoil Beats 4Q on Vol Growth - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Statoil ASA's (STO) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 84 cents per ADR comfortably surpassed the Zacks ...
  615. Teva Misses, Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Teva Pharmaceutical Industries (TEVA) reported fourth quarter earnings of $1.32 per American Depositary Share (ADS), ...
  616. Stock Market News for February 8, 2013 - Market News

    February 08, 2013
    Investor sentiment was dampened yesterday following weak earnings and a discouraging outcome to the ECB meeting, ...
  617. No Catalysts For Stocks - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 08, 2013
    Friday, February 8, 2013 Positive trade data out of China and the U.S. should perk up the market's spirits a bit, ...
  618. FMC Corp's EPS Meets, Sales Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Chemical company FMC Corporation's (FMC) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings (excluding one-time charges) were 81 ...
  619. BCE Lags EPS, Tops Rev - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Canada's largest telephone operator BCE Inc. (BCE) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 65 Canadian ...
  620. Lazard Beats Estimates, Expenses Up - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Lazard Ltd.'s (LAZ) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings reached 61 cents per share, significantly beating the ...
  621. Accuray Beats Despite Wider Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Accuray Incorporated's (ARAY) second-quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted loss of 30 cents per share was narrower than the ...
  622. Earnings Preview: Coca-Cola - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Cola giant, The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is all set to unveil its second quarter 2012 results on July 17, 2012, before ...
  623. A Mixed Quarter for Hologic - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Hologic (HOLX) reported net income of $3.1 million or a penny per share in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared ...
  624. Genomic Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Genomic Health (GHDX) reported fourth-quarter 2012 net income of $2.0 million, down from $2.6 million in the ...
  625. Teradata Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 08, 2013
    Teradata Corp's (TDC) fourth-quarter non-GAAP earnings per share increased 19.7% from the year-ago quarter to 79 ...
  626. How Well Do The 5 Biggest ETFs Track Their Indexes?

    February 08, 2013
    ETFs are excellent building blocks for long-term portfolios given the inherent cost-efficiency and transparency ...
  627. Options 101: At the Money

    February 08, 2013
    Options contracts give the holder the right to buy or sell an underlying security at a predetermined strike price ...
  628. Earnings Season Winding Down at Par - Earnings Trends

    February 08, 2013
    With fourth quarter results for more than 75% of the market capitalization of S&P 500 companies already known, we ...
  629. Earnings Season Winding Down at Par - Earnings Outlook

    February 08, 2013
    With fourth quarter results for more than 75% of the market capitalization of S&P 500 companies already known, we ...
  630. Bear of the Day: Capital One Financial (COF) - Bear of ...

    February 08, 2013
    What's in your portfolio?
  631. Bull of the Day: Michael Kors (KORS) - Bull of the Day

    February 08, 2013
    High-end and "accessible" luxury demand fashion this designer's growth around the world
  632. Friday's ETF Chart To Watch: CurrencyShares Canadian ...

    February 08, 2013
    The bulls finally returned to Wall Street after a prolonged stretch of profit taking throughout the week. Good news ...
  633. hhgregg Guarantees Lowest Prices - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Appliance and electronics retailer hhgregg, Inc (HGG) has launched a Price Match Guarantee policy where the company ...
  634. First CMP Polishing Pads from Dow - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Dow Electronic Materials, a unit of U.S. chemical kingpin The Dow Chemical Company (DOW), has launched the first ...
  635. Alcoa Recognized in China - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Aluminum giant Alcoa Inc. (AA) has announced that it has received the 2013 Accessory of the Year Award in China. The ...
  636. KB Home Forays into Texas - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    One of the leading homebuilding companies in the U.S., KB Home (KBH) recently acquired 56 acres of land in the ...
  637. Reliance Steel to Buy Metals USA - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. (RS) announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares ...
  638. Ford Focus Gets Top Safety Rating - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has avowed the top vehicle safety rating on Ford Motor ...
  639. Ignite to Buy Romano's Macaroni - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Ignite Restaurant Group (IRG) recently inked an agreement with private equity firm Golden Gate Capital to buy the ...
  640. Protalix Exploring Options - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Protalix BioTherapeutics, Inc. (PLX) recently confirmed that it has hired Citigroup, Inc. C) to explore strategic ...
  641. NIHD Provides Grim 2013 Outlook - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Latin American wireless operator NII Holdings Inc. (NIHD) provided a dismal outlook for fiscal 2013, slashing its ...
  642. Comstock 4Q: Yet Another Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Domestic energy explorer Comstock Resources Inc. (CRK) is set to release its fourth-quarter 2012 results after the ...
  643. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked International Bond Funds - Best of ...

    February 07, 2013
    International bonds more than half of the fixed-income investment opportunities worldwide. This category includes ...
  644. Top 5 Best Performing Technology Mutual Funds Year to ...

    February 07, 2013
    Technology is clearly a long term growth prospect for investors willing to remain invested and should continue to ...
  645. Japanese Banks Invest in Solar Biz - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    According to a Bloomberg report, following the footsteps of the U.S. banking major The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. ...
  646. FTE Boost Optical Link Speed - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    France Telecom (FTE), together with its U.K. subsidiary Orange and testing partner Alcatel-Lucent, S.A. (ALU), ...
  647. 4 Stocks To Play The Global Travel Boom - Investment Ideas

    February 07, 2013
    Forget austerity. Despite a recession in Europe, a slowdown in China and a U.S. economy that is just muddling ...
  648. UPS Expands in Health Care Markets - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS), the leading package delivery company, has announced the expansion of its health ...
  649. Microsoft Teams Up with Huawei - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    The world's largest software maker Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) announced that it is teaming up with Chinese telecom giant ...
  650. SGEN Starts SGN-CD19A Phase I Study - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Seattle Genetics Inc. (SGEN) recently commenced two phase I clinical studies with its oncology candidate, SGN-CD19A. ...
  651. Pipeline Setback for Idenix - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Idenix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (IDIX) recently announced that the company has decided to discontinue its clinical ...
  652. Archer Daniels Boosts Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) has increased its quarterly dividend by 8.6% to 19 cents per share from its ...
  653. Zumiez's Comps Improved in January - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Comparable store sales (comps) of Zumiez Inc. (ZUMZ) - the Washington-based retailer of sports-related teen apparel ...
  654. Washington Post to Offload Herald - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    The economy, which is still not completely out of the woods, has been impeding the growth of publishing companies, ...
  655. Sanofi's Diabetes Drug Gets EU Nod - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Recently, Sanofi (SNY) received encouraging news with the European Commission (EC) approving its diabetes candidate, ...
  656. Data on Auxilium's Xiaflex - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Auxilium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AUXL) recently announced that data from the pivotal phase III trials, IMPRESS (The ...
  657. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks End Lower After Volatile Session

    February 07, 2013
    Wall Street was in for another volatile day of trading, as a slew of economic reports and brewing worries over ...
  658. Medivation's Xtandi Impresses - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Medivation, Inc. (MDVN) recently announced that its partner Astellas Pharma Inc. (ALPMY) reported Xtandi ...
  659. Northrop Gets Software Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Northrop Grumman Corporation's (NOC) airport systems business in Europe clinched a contract for the supply of ...
  660. Market Wrap for Thursday February 7: Stocks Fall on ...

    February 07, 2013
    The euro fell against the greenback on Thursday after ECB head Mario Draghi made some cautious comments on the state ...
  661. Favorable Ruling for Pfizer - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Pfizer Inc. (PFE) recently received a favorable ruling in its patent infringement case against Actavis, Inc. (ACT) ...
  662. Starbucks Expands in India - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) recently announced the opening of yet another Starbucks store in the lucrative Indian ...
  663. Keeping a Balanced View on Dow - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on Dow Chemical (DOW) following its mixed fourth-quarter 2012 results. ...
  664. MSI to Launch New Handhelds (revised) - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    To boost the working condition of the blue collar employees, police officials and other factory workers, Motorola ...
  665. BP Closes $2.4B Texas Refinery Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    British energy giant BP Plc (BP) has sealed the $2.4 billion deal with Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) relating ...
  666. Barclays to Slash 275 Jobs in NYC - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Barclays Investment Bank - a division of Barclays PLC (BCS) - is set to eliminate nearly 275 jobs in New York City. ...
  667. Delta Jan Traffic Remains Same Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Leading U.S. passenger carrier Delta Air Lines (DAL) displayed flat traffic growth for Jan 2013, based on higher ...
  668. Yahoo, Google Strike Global Ad Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Yahoo Inc. (YHOO) has signed a global, non-exclusive contextual advertising deal with Google Inc. (GOOG) to generate ...
  669. Visa Outperforms, Sanctions Buyback - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Visa Inc.'s V) fiscal first-quarter 2013 (ended Dec 31, 2012) operating earnings of $1.82 per Class A common share ...
  670. Williams Teams Up With Marubeni - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Williams Partners L.P. (WPZ) has agreed to sell stakes in its first oil and gas platform project in the Gulf of ...
  671. PartnerRe Poses Fair Exit from 2012 - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    PartnerRe Ltd.'s (PRE) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.55 significantly surpassed the Zacks ...
  672. Fitch Upgrades Marsh Ratings - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Fitch Ratings upgraded the previously assigned Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and senior unsecured debt rating to ...
  673. Toyota Recalls A Million Cars Again - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    The recall fiasco continues to whip Toyota Motor Corp. (TM). Recently, the automaker revealed that it would recall ...
  674. Allstate Beats Est., Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Allstate Corporation's (ALL) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of 59 cents significantly exceeded the ...
  675. CINF Beats EPS, Rev Up Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Cincinnati Financial Corp. (CINF) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.11 per share, substantially ...
  676. AIZ Beats Despite Huge Cat Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Assurant Inc. (AIZ) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating earnings of 7 cents per share, which compared favorably ...
  677. Exelon Lags, Gives Guidance - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Electric utility Exelon Corporation (EXC) released its fourth quarter results with earnings per share of 64 cents, ...
  678. BlackBerry Boasts Record Z10 Sales - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    As per media reports BlackBerry Limited (BBRY), has reported strong sales for its newly launched Z10 smartphones in ...
  679. Prudential Lags 4Q Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Prudential Financial Inc.'s (PRU) core operating earnings for the fourth quarter of 2012 came in at $1.69 per share, ...
  680. Merrill Wins CDO Lawsuit Dismissal - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Recently, a U.S. District judge in Manhattan has dismissed a lawsuit filed against Merrill Lynch - acquired by Bank ...
  681. Sigma-Aldrich Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Lab chemical and life sciences company Sigma-Aldrich Corporation (SIAL) posted adjusted earnings (excluding items) ...
  682. Alternative Energy Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - AG ...

    February 07, 2013
    Historically, the growth outlook of alternative energy companies has been directly related to the state of the ...
  683. Alternative Energy Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Zacks ...

    February 07, 2013
    Historically, the growth outlook of alternative energy companies has been directly related to the state of the ...
  684. Alternative Energy Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Industry ...

    February 07, 2013
    Historically, the growth outlook of alternative energy companies has been directly related to the state of the ...
  685. JPMorgan to Slash Remuneration - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    According to a Bloomberg report, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) has cut down the remuneration of its investment bankers ...
  686. Cigna Ends on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Cigna Corp.'s (CI) fourth-quarter operating earnings of $1.57 per share outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate of ...
  687. Elan Beats on Sales, Loses Tysabri - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Elan Corporation (ELN) reported earnings of 15 cents per share for the fourth quarter of 2012 compared to the ...
  688. Snap-on Outperforms Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) announced fourth-quarter 2012 results before the market opened today, reporting earnings ...
  689. PVH Attains New 52-Week High - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Shares of PVH Corp.(PVH) reached a new 52-week high of $119.62 on Tuesday, Jan 15, 2013, beating its previous ...
  690. Disappointing 4Q for Gentiva - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 31 cents per share, which ...
  691. Plains All Posts Mixed Results - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (PAA) announced fourth-quarter 2012 pro forma earnings of $1.01 per unit, beating ...
  692. Noble 4Q Beats, Provides Guidance - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Noble Energy Inc. (NBL) reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.65 for the fourth quarter 2012, which comfortably ...
  693. Coca Cola Enterprises' 4Q Mixed - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc.'s (CCE) fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 45 cents per share beat the Zacks ...
  694. Vivus Unveils Qsymia Study Results - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Vivus Inc. (VVUS) recently announced the publication of results from a study regarding its weight-loss drug, Qsymia. ...
  695. Hot Topic's 4Q Comps Up - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Hot Topic Inc. (HOTT) posted positive sales and comparable-store sales (comps) results in the fourth quarter ended ...
  696. MSI to Launch New Tablet PCs (revised) - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    To boost the working condition of the blue collar employees, police officials and other factory workers, Motorola ...
  697. Scripps Networks Misses in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. (SNI) has reported weak financial results for the fourth quarter of 2012, which ...
  698. Schwab Expands Commission-Free ETF Program - ETF News ...

    February 07, 2013
    Over the past few years, brokerage firms have greatly expanded their lineups of commission-free ETFs. These programs ...
  699. Vocus' 4Q EPS Upsets, Revs Up Y/Y (revised) - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Vocus Inc. (VOCS) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 1 cent. Revenues Revenues of $47.1 million ...
  700. AGCO Corporation Beats in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    AGCO Corporation (AGCO) posted fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 99 cents per share, a 31% drop from the ...
  701. IFF Lags Est. in 4Q, Rev Up - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of 83 cents, ...
  702. How a Group of 13-Year-Olds Beat the Brightest Minds on ...

    February 07, 2013
    In 1990, in a suburb outside of Boston, something unusual happened... As part of their schoolwork, seventh graders ...
  703. O'Reilly Beats, Expects Higher EPS - Analyst Blog

    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 ...
  704. Copa Misses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Copa Holdings S.A. (CPA)'s fourth quarter earnings and sales missed the Zacks Consensus estimates, though the ...
  705. Starwood Beats on Both Lines - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings from continuing ...
  706. Glaxo Bottom Line Misses Again - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) reported fourth quarter earnings of 57 cents per ADS, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of ...
  707. Semiconductor ETFs for 2013? - ETF News And Commentary

    February 07, 2013
    Worldwide, the semiconductor industry serves as the backbone for technological advancement. The industry has also ...
  708. Abiomed Beats on EPS, Profit Dips - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Leading cardiac assist devices maker, Abiomed Inc. (ABMD), reported third-quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings per ...
  709. This Week's Growth & Income Stocks (EVR) and (FL) - ...

    February 07, 2013
    Growth & Income Stock Strategist, Todd Bunton, highlights Evercore Partners (EVR) and Foot Locker (FL).
  710. Buying Puts to Protect Profits & Hedge Risk - Know Your ...

    February 07, 2013
    There are many different ways to protect profits and hedge risk in a winning stock. You can use a stop loss order, ...
  711. zufeb13 - Zacks Webinar

    February 07, 2013
    Untitled Document p.zu { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height:20px; ...
  712. Impressive 4Q at CBRE Group - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    CBRE Group Inc. (CBG) came up with an impressive result in the fourth quarter 2012, after a disappointing ...
  713. Cognizant Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Leading information technology services provider Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH) posted a net ...
  714. Stericycle Surpasses Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Stericycle Inc. (SRCL), a leading waste management company, reported strong fourth quarter and full year 2012 ...
  715. February 07: Today's Session Likely to Remain Almost ...

    February 07, 2013
    Stocks have been struggling to break out in recent days after reaching milestone levels and today's session will ...
  716. Atmel's Adjusted Earnings Beats - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Atmel Corporation (ATML) reported a net loss of $12.3 million or 3 cents per share in fourth quarter 2012 compared ...
  717. Icahn Looks For More From Transocean (RIG, CVI, CVRR, ...

    February 07, 2013
    Fresh off a big win on Netflix, Carl Icahn is looking for a $4 dividend from Transocean as well as potential board ...
  718. Sprint Ahead of Ests, Loss Tapers - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Leading U.S. wireless carrier Sprint Nextel Corp. S) reported fourth quarter and full year 2012 results, before the ...
  719. Yelp Posts Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Yelp Inc. (YELP) reported loss per share of 8 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, significantly narrower than the ...
  720. TriQuint Beats but Falters Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    TriQuint Semiconductor Inc, (TQNT) posted a net loss of $3.8 million or 2 cents per share in the fourth quarter of ...
  721. Yum! Brands Still Has Indigestion, But Investors Have An ...

    February 07, 2013
    A sharp drop in guidance for 2013 will spook investors, but may create a bargain.
  722. Barring Disaster, Anadarko Looks Too Cheap (APC, TROX, ...

    February 07, 2013
    Andarko's valuable reserve base makes it a name worth considering, even with sizable litigation risk.
  723. RenaissanceRe Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. (RNR) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of 65 cents, surpassing ...
  724. RBS Settles LIBOR Scam with $612M - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (RBS) has finally conceded to paying a penalty of £390 million ($612 million) ...
  725. Mixed 4Q for Akamai, Shares Fall - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Shares of Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) skid 15.7% ($6.53) in after hours trading on the heels of fourth quarter ...
  726. Is the Italy ETF Doomed from a Technical Look? - ETF ...

    February 07, 2013
    Although macroeconomic fundamentals have not entirely been positive for Europe, many of its members have witnessed a ...
  727. Pricey Today, IDEX Deserves A Spot On Watchlists (IEX, ...

    February 07, 2013
    IDEX runs an interesting conglomerate, but valuation already anticipates a recovery.
  728. The Best Way To Invest In Energy Right Now

    February 07, 2013
    The world was shocked when the Brazilian energy corporation Petrobras (NYSE: PBR) announced in 2007 the discovery of ...
  729. PAA Natural Gas Beats Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    PAA Natural Gas Storage L.P. (PNG) announced fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 31 cents per unit, 10.7% ...
  730. Macerich Posts Robust 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Calif.-based retail real estate investment trust (REIT), The Macerich Company (MAC) reported fourth quarter 2012 ...
  731. DeVry Beats EPS Est. Yet Again - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Continuing with the momentum of the first quarter, DeVry, Inc.'s (DV) second quarter fiscal 2013 adjusted earnings ...
  732. Magellan Midstream Posts Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Pipeline operator Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. (MMP) announced mixed fourth-quarter 2012 results, with good ...
  733. Cosan Posts Record 3Q13 - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Brazilian sugar and ethanol producer, Cosan Limited (CZZ) released its fiscal third quarter of 2013 results (ended ...
  734. Stocks Struggle to Break Out - Ahead of Wall Street

    February 07, 2013
    Thursday, February 7, 2013 Stocks have been struggling to break out in recent days after reaching milestone ...
  735. Arris Group 4Q Underperforms - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Yesterday, after the closing bell, Arris Group Inc. (ARRS) declared financial results for the fourth quarter of ...
  736. Trimble Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Trimble Navigation's (TRMB) fourth quarter earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny, or 2.0%. Despite ...
  737. Stock Market News for February 7, 2013 - Market News

    February 07, 2013
    Benchmarks showed minimal movement on Wednesday after earnings reports released yesterday failed to impact investor ...
  738. SYT Posts Impressive 2012 Results - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Syngenta AG (SYT), an agriculture chemicals producer, reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ...
  739. Tesoro Returns to Profit in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Independent refiner Tesoro Corporation (TSO) swung back to profit in the fourth quarter of 2012 compared to a net ...
  740. Charges Hit ArcelorMittal in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Steel bellwether ArcelorMittal (MT) posted a net loss of $4 billion or $2.58 per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 ...
  741. Equifax Beats 4Q Ests, View Upbeat - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Equifax Inc. (EFX) posted fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 78 cents, beating the Zacks ...
  742. Covanta Posts Lower Earnings - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Covanta Holding Corporation's (CVA) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 20 cents per share missed the Zacks Consensus ...
  743. Lincoln Exits 2012 Modestly - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    Lincoln National Corporation's (LNC) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.10 per share comfortably exceeded ...
  744. MoneyGram Improves on Top Line - Analyst Blog

    February 07, 2013
    MoneyGram International Inc. (MGI) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share of 27 cents, a penny higher than ...
  745. Top 5 Bond ETFs (AGG, TIP, HYS, VCIT, BLV)

    February 07, 2013
    These ETF options should offer broad appeal for a number of different angles.
  746. ETFs To Invest Like Warren Buffett (DIA, XLP, EFA, PBJ)

    February 07, 2013
    Warren Buffett hasn't shown much of an interest in ETFs. However, for retail investors, ETFs remove some of the risk ...
  747. 17 ETF Friendly Professors

    February 07, 2013
    Since the dawn of financial innovation, legendary gurus have always held the spotlight, as these individuals helped ...
  748. Covered Calls: A Simple Way to Generate Income on the ...

    February 07, 2013
    Option trades, like any other market trade, involve a buyer and seller in order to complete the transaction. The ...
  749. Bear of the Day: Corinthian Colleges (COCO) - Bear of ...

    February 07, 2013
    A shift in the for profit education landscape has impacted COCO.
  750. Bull of the Day: Herbalife (HLF) - Bull of the Day

    February 07, 2013
    This battle ground stock could be the mother of all short squeezes.
  751. 7 Articles ETF Investors Must Read: 2/7

    February 07, 2013
    Equity markets were in for a volatile ride this week, with stocks posting their worst one-day drop this year on ...
  752. Glaxo Strengthens Indian Presence - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) recently increased its holding in its consumer healthcare subsidiary in India, GlaxoSmithKline ...
  753. Kalydeco Funding Cleared in Ireland - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (VRTX) recently announced that the Health Service Executive (HSE) in the Republic of ...
  754. Embraer's Contract with Honeywell - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Embraer S.A. (ERJ), an aircraft manufacturer, entered into a life time contract with Honeywell International Inc. ...
  755. Saks Kept at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    We reaffirm our Neutral recommendation on Saks Inc (SKS) following appraisal of its third quarter fiscal 2013 ...
  756. Bayer, J&J Collaborate with Portola - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Bayer's (BAYRY) Healthcare unit and Johnson & Johnson's (JNJ) Janssen Pharmaceuticals recently collaborated with ...
  757. Bharti Airtel to Buy Alcatel Stake - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    According to The Economic Times, Indian telco Bharti Airtel is set to acquire complete ownership of its joint ...
  758. New iPad Cover from Logitech - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Logitech International (LOGI) announced the launch of a slim, protective keyboard cover called Logitech Ultrathin ...
  759. Snap On: Will It Beat? - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Snap On Tools Inc. (SNA) is set to report its fourth quarter 2012 results on Feb 7. Last quarter, it posted a 2.4% ...
  760. FDA Clears Testosterone Gel - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Recently, Perrigo Company (PRGO) announced that it has gained approval from the US Food and Drug Administration ...
  761. WellPoint Reiterated at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on WellPoint Inc. (WLP) as health care reforms and high leverage of the ...
  762. American Axle Invests in Michigan - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    American Axle and Manufacturing Inc. (AXL) announced that it has invested $100 million in the Three Rivers ...
  763. ABB Wins Eni Refinery Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    ABB Ltd. (ABB) has been awarded a contract to extend the export terminal of the Eni (E) refinery in Taranto. The ...
  764. Axciom Boosts Share Repurchase - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    In order to bolster investors' confidence, Acxiom Corporation (ACXM) recently increased the size of its authorized ...
  765. Coca-Cola Enterprises Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. (CCE) recently increased its quarterly dividend by 25% to 20 cents per share, which is ...
  766. Pipeline Progess at ArQule - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    ArQule, Inc. (ARQL) and partner Daiichi Sankyo recently announced that former has enrolled the first patient for the ...
  767. Northeast Utilities Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    The Board of Directors of Northeast Utilities (NU) has approved an increase in its quarterly dividend by 7.1% to ...
  768. SNY/REGN's Zaltrap Approved in EU - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Recently Sanofi (SNY) and partner Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN) received encouraging news with the European ...
  769. Patterson-UTI: Likely to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    We expect onshore oil and gas drilling contractor Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. (PTEN) to beat expectations when it ...
  770. ICE Beats on Expense Management - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    IntercontinentalExchange Inc.'s (ICE) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.84 per share comfortably ...
  771. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Close Flat On Euro Zone Worries

    February 06, 2013
    In yet another choppy trading session, stocks wiped out most of the day’s earlier losses to finish flat as investors ...
  772. Duke Energy to Seal Nuclear Unit - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Duke Energy Corporation's (DUK) business wing Progress Energy Florida announced that it will permanently put the ...
  773. Good News for UCB - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Good news flowed in at UCB (UCBJF) from Europe when the European Union (EU) approved Vimpat (lacosamide) as a single ...
  774. feb2013 - Zacks Webinar

    February 06, 2013
    Untitled Document Coming Soon Free Zacks Ultimate Webinar with live access to our top ...
  775. L-3 Returns Shareholder Wealth - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    A few days after its fourth quarter earnings release, L-3 Communications Holdings Inc. (LLL) has increased its ...
  776. Pioneer Barnett Sale Plans Dropped - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Texas-based Pioneer Natural Resources Company (PXD) has abandoned its plan to divest its Barnett shale properties. ...
  777. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked T. Rowe Price Mutual Funds - Best ...

    February 06, 2013
    Founded in 1937 by Thomas Rowe Price, Jr. T. Rowe Price is one of the oldest investment management firms in the U.S. ...
  778. CNI: 2013 Capital Outlay - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Canadian National Railway (CNI), leading Canadian Freight railroad announced capital investment of C$1.9 billion in ...
  779. Caution Flag for Bull Momentum - Cook`s Kitchen

    February 06, 2013
    Looking at the technical and fundamental headwinds before S&P can launch assault on 1550.
  780. Kraton's Cariflex at MEDTEC Europe - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc. (KRA) will feature its Cariflex polyisoprene products at MEDTEC Europe, scheduled ...
  781. Top 5 Zacks #1 Ranked Small-Cap Mutual Funds - Best of Funds

    February 06, 2013
    Investors looking to mop up handsome gains over a short run often invest in small cap funds. Though riskier in ...
  782. Conoco & Allies to Develop Malikai - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    ConocoPhillips Sabah Ltd, a unit of U.S. energy behemoth ConocoPhillips (COP), along with its partners Royal Dutch ...
  783. 3M Hikes Dividend Payout - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Diversified technology conglomerate 3M Company (MMM) has recently increased its dividend payout by 7.6% year over ...
  784. Mechel's Unit Buys Vanino Stake - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Russian miner Mechel OAO (MTL) announced that its logistics subsidiary Mecheltrans OOO has acquired a 21.64% stake ...
  785. General Mills Held at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    On Feb 5, we maintained a Neutral recommendation on global consumer food company General Mills Inc. (GIS) following ...
  786. AutoNation Sales Up 22% in January - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    The Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based automotive retailer AutoNation Inc. (AN) posted a 22% year-over-year increase in ...
  787. Frontier Expands Ethernet Deployment - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Rural wireless operator Frontier Communications Corporation (FTR) has announced the availability of wholesale ...
  788. Can India ETFs Keep The Good Times Going in 2013?

    February 06, 2013
    Despite concerns about inflation, decrepit infrastructure and the potential loss of the country's already ...
  789. Praxair to Acquire NuCO2 - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Industrial gas producer and supplier, Praxair Inc. (PX) prepares to add another asset to its portfolio; this time it ...
  790. U.S. Treasury Offloads Citi's Stake - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    On Tuesday, The U.S. Treasury Department announced that it had priced an offering of Citigroup Inc.'s C) ...
  791. MSI to Launch New Tablet PCs - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    To boost the working condition of the blue collar employees, police officials and other factory workers, Motorola ...
  792. Knight Capital to Restructure Biz - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Knight Capital Group, Inc. (KCG) is set to slash jobs as a part of its restructuring initiative to reduce operating ...
  793. Top Dividend ETFs for 2013 (VIG, SCHD) - Exchange Traded ...

    February 06, 2013
    These ETFs focus on high-quality, low-risk companies that have solid growth potential.
  794. Sallie Mae Rewards Shareholders - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    In an effort to share more profits with the shareholders, student lender SLM Corporation (SLM) - commonly known as ...
  795. Barclays Raises Provisions - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    London-based Barclays PLC (BCS) has kept aside an additional £1.0 billion ($1.6 billion) to meet the litigation ...
  796. LBTYA Acquiring Virgin Media - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Media conglomerate Liberty Global Inc. (LBTYA) continues to dominate the European pay-TV market with constant ...
  797. Pump Profits with This Gasoline ETF - ETF News And ...

    February 06, 2013
    As the economy is recovering gradually in 2013, economic activity has started to pick up across the country (read: ...
  798. UDR Surpasses Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    UDR Inc. (UDR), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported fourth quarter 2012 FFO (funds from operations), ...
  799. C.H. Robinson Misses 4Q, Revs Up - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. (CHRW) has reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of 68 cents, which ...
  800. McGraw-Hill Hit by S&P Lawsuit - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Shares of The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. (MHP) plunged 23% in the last two days as investor sentiment wavered ...
  801. Wyndham Beats on Both Lines - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) announced fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 63 cents per share, which ...
  802. Fujifilm Downgraded to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    On February 5, we downgraded photographic image company, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation (FUJIY), to Underperform ...
  803. Expedia Shares Up After Good Year - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Expedia Inc. (EXPE) reported fourth-quarter earnings that were 3 cents short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate, ...
  804. Coventry Beats on Higher Revenue - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Coventry Health Care Inc. (CVH) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of 88 cents, which ...
  805. AGL Resources Misses 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Energy services holding company AGL Resources (GAS) reported weak fourth-quarter 2012 results, owing to higher ...
  806. Toyota Profits Rise, Ups Guidance - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Toyota Motor Corp. (TM) posted a 22.2% rise in earnings per share (EPS) to ¥31.55 (39 cents) in the third quarter of ...
  807. All-Front Beat for CVS, Up Y-Y - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    CVS Caremark (CVS) reported fourth-quarter 2012 EPS of 90 cents, up 11.1% year over year. However, excluding the ...
  808. Strong 4Q for Manitowoc - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Strong 4Q for Manitowoc Manitowoc Company, Inc. (MTW) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings from ...
  809. Cummins Profits Fall on Lower Sales - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Cummins Inc. (CMI) revealed a 21.9% fall in earnings per share to $2.00 in the fourth quarter of 2012 from $2.56 per ...
  810. Zacks Top Ranked Large Cap ETF: EPS - ETF News And ...

    February 06, 2013
    On the corporate earnings front, U.S. companies have had a relatively solid earnings season to open up the year. ...
  811. Chipotle Barely Meets Zacks Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (CMG) has reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $1.95 per share, which were in line ...
  812. Marathon Oil Squeezed by High Costs - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Oil and natural gas exploration and production firm Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) reported weak fourth quarter ...
  813. Time Warner Beats on Bottom Line - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Time Warner Inc. (TWX), the diversified media conglomerate, posted third-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 86 cents ...
  814. Unum Group Ends on a High Note - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Unum Group (UNM) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating income of 82 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus ...
  815. Prologis Reports In Line, Rev Up - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Prologis Inc.'s (PLD) core FFO (funds from operations) per share of 42 cents were in line with the Zacks Consensus ...
  816. EQR's FFO Meets, Revenues Lag - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Equity Residential's (EQR) core funds from operations (FFO) per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 reached 75 ...
  817. Mixed 4Q for Hanesbrands - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Hanesbrands Inc. (HBI) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings per share of $1.07, which was more than double than the ...
  818. Vocus' 4Q EPS Upsets, Revs Up Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Vocus Inc. (VOCS) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 1 cent, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by ...
  819. CSC's 3Q EPS Beats, Revs Grow Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) reported third quarter 2013 earnings per share of 77 cents, way ahead of the ...
  820. Mixed 4Q for Panera; View Retained - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Panera Bread Co.'s (PNRA) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $1.75 per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by ...
  821. Alliant Beats 3Q Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Alliant Techsystems Inc. (ATK) reported third quarter fiscal 2013 pro forma earnings of $1.84 per share, up 8.2% ...
  822. This Week's Value Stocks (TOT) (LAD) - Zacks Rank Buys

    February 06, 2013
    Value stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, discusses Total S.A. (TOT) and Lithia Motors (LAD).
  823. Aggressive Growth Stock Picks for 2/6/13 - Zacks Rank Buys

    February 06, 2013
    Scotts Miracle Grow (SMG) and Big 5 Sporting Goods (BGFV) as discussed by Brian Bolan.
  824. Liberty Property Meets FFO, Revs Up - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Liberty Property Trust (LRY) - a hybrid real estate investment trust (REIT) - reported fourth quarter 2012 FFO ...
  825. OOIL: The company's technology can be used in the $100 ...

    February 06, 2013
    OOIL: The company's technology can be used in the $100 billion aquaculture industry to  remove toxins. By Ian ...
  826. Shutterfly Outshines in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Shutterfly Inc.'s (SFLY) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $1.40 per share breezed past the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  827. New Western Energy: New Western Energy forms advanced ...

    February 06, 2013
    New Western Energy: New Western Energy forms advanced EOR subsidiary. By Ian Gilson, CFA New Western Energy ...
  828. QCRH: Fourth Quarter EPS Up 40% and Above Our Estimate ...

    February 06, 2013
    QCRH: Fourth Quarter EPS Up 40% and Above Our Estimate  By Ann Heffron, CFA QCR Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqGM:QCRH) ...
  829. Suncor Reports Disappointing 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Canada's biggest energy firm and the largest oil sands outfit, Suncor Energy Inc. (SU) reported lower-than-expected ...
  830. SunCoke Beats Squarely - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    SunCoke Energy Inc. (SXC) posted fourth quarter and full year 2012 results. In the fourth quarter, earnings per ...
  831. Research In Motion's Hail Mary, Android Gains The Tablet ...

    February 06, 2013
    For tech investors, the previous week saw more of the same themes that were playing out all of last year.
  832. Church & Dwight Meets Expectations - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Leading consumer products company, Church & Dwight Co. Inc. (CHD) posted fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 57 cents a ...
  833. Ralph Lauren Beats on EPS - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Ralph Lauren Corp. (RL) posted its third-quarter 2013 adjusted earnings of $2.40 per share, jumping 34.8% from the ...
  834. Palladium and Platinum ETFs to Soar? - ETF News And ...

    February 06, 2013
    The most popular precious metal, gold, has seen rough trading to start 2013. As investors embrace risky assets in ...
  835. Exxon Mobil Looking Steady, But Not Spectacular (XOM, ...

    February 06, 2013
    Exxon is doing OK, but is OK good enough?
  836. HAIN Delivers Strong 2Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Strong sales and productivity savings facilitated The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) to post second-quarter 2013 ...
  837. Dell Goes Private in $24.4B LBO - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    After a month-long speculation, Dell Inc. (DELL) finally announced its decision to go private in a leveraged buyout ...
  838. Chevron Deserves A Better Valuation (CVX, XOM, RDS, COP)

    February 06, 2013
    Chevron's growth and asset quality seem underappreciated by the Street.
  839. Kimco Beats Ests, Rev Up - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported adjusted FFO per share of 33 cents, ...
  840. February 06: Confidence Remains High - Economic Highlights

    February 06, 2013
    Stocks appear determined to keep pushing higher, though the lack of any material news today and the coming days will ...
  841. Disney Beats Ests, Rev Up - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    The Walt Disney Company (DIS) posted first-quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of 79 cents a share that surpassed the Zacks ...
  842. UBS AG Reports Loss, Again - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    UBS AG (UBS) reported fourth quarter net loss attributable to shareholders of CHF 1.9 billion ($2.0 billion) or CHF ...
  843. MWI Vet Beats with Ease in 1Q13 - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    MWI Veterinary Supply Inc. (MWIV) reported first-quarter fiscal 2013 EPS of $1.32, up 25.7% on a year-over-year ...
  844. Market Rises as News Slows - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Stocks appear determined to keep pushing higher, though the lack of any material news today and the coming days will ...
  845. Virgin Media Posts Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Virgin Media Inc. (VMED) reported mixed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2012. In the reported quarter, ...
  846. Oracle Adds Some Surprising Hardware Assets In Acme ...

    February 06, 2013
    Oracle is looking to acquire session border controller specialist Acme Packet.
  847. Mixed Results at Genworth Financial - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Genworth Financial Inc. (GNW) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating income of 18 cents per share. The result missed ...
  848. Ahead of Wall Street - February 6, 2013 - Ahead of Wall ...

    February 06, 2013
    Wednesday, February 6, 2013 Stocks appear determined to keep pushing higher, though the lack of any material news ...
  849. Stock Market News for February 6, 2013 - Market News

    February 06, 2013
    Benchmarks are back in green territory following a series of positive earnings reports coupled with indications that ...
  850. Itau Unibanco Reports Strong 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Brazil's Itau Unibanco Holding S.A. (ITUB) reported fourth-quarter 2012 recurring earnings of R$3.5 billion ($1.7 ...
  851. Fiserv Misses 4Q Estimates - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Fiserv Inc. (FISV) reported fourth quarter 2012 EPS of $1.39, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a couple ...
  852. Better-than-expected 4Q for Zynga - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Zynga Inc. (ZNGA) reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter 2012 results. Accounting for stock-based compensation ...
  853. Thoratec Beats, Posts Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Thoratec Corp's (THOR) fourth-quarter and 2012 adjusted (excluding one-time items other than stock-based ...
  854. Cerner Beats Ests, Profit Rises - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Leading healthcare information technology ("HCIT") solutions provider Cerner Corporation (CERN) reported ...
  855. CME Exits 2012 on a Weak Note - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    CME Group Inc. (CME) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of 63 cents. The result was in line ...
  856. The Market is on Fire, But it May Be Time to Book Some ...

    February 06, 2013
    An investing maxim, when turned on its head, can still be true. In decades past, investors were told that you "can't ...
  857. Aflac's EPS In Line, Beats Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 06, 2013
    Aflac Inc.'s (AFL) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.48 came in line with the Zacks Consensus ...
  858. How To Use A Breakout Trading Strategy For ETFs

    February 06, 2013
    Breakout strategies appeal to all traders and investors, from those trading one-minute charts to daily or weekly ...
  859. Bear of the Day: Caterpillar (CAT) - Bear of the Day

    February 06, 2013
    For the first time in 4 years, earnings growth is expected to be negative.
  860. Bull of the Day: SodaStream (SODA) - Bull of the Day

    February 06, 2013
    After its Super Bowl commercial was rejected, this home soda maker has buzz.
  861. How Diversified Is Your Global Ex-U.S. ETF?

    February 06, 2013
    Gaining exposure to the global equities market is in itself a daunting task, but with the evolution of the ETF ...
  862. What You Need to Know about Your Stocks - Investment Ideas

    February 06, 2013
    Whether you're bullish on the market or bearish; whether you believe there's more upside to come, or that it's ...
  863. Wednesday's ETF Chart To Watch: MSCI Germany Index Fund ...

    February 06, 2013
    Stocks slid into red territory yesterday as a dismal start to earnings season welcomed back the bears on Wall ...
  864. Still Neutral on Amdocs - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We have maintained our Neutral recommendation on Amdocs Ltd (DOX), as its bottom line meets the Zacks Consensus ...
  865. McDermott Wins Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Energy-focused engineering and construction firm McDermott International Inc. (MDR) announced that one of its ...
  866. United Announces New Flights - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) announced plans to operate twice-daily nonstop flights between Denver to ...
  867. j2 Global Expands Digital Business - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Unified messaging service provider j2 Global Inc. (JCOM) announced that its subsidiary Ziff Davis Inc. has acquired ...
  868. Amazon Studios to Produce Kid Shows - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) announced that its film production division, Amazon Studios plans to produce pilots for five ...
  869. S&P Lowers NII Holdings Rating - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Rating agency Standard and Poor's (S&P) has lowered Latin American wireless operator NII Holdings Inc.'s (NIHD) ...
  870. Oxtellar XR Launched by Supernus - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (SUPN) recently announced the launch of its antiepileptic drug, Oxtellar XR, in the ...
  871. H&R Block Reiterated at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on H&R Block Holdings Ltd. (HRB) as the stressed economic environment ...
  872. Alnylam-MDCO Join for ALN-PCS - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. (ALNY) recently entered into an exclusive global alliance with The Medicines Company ...
  873. Limited Brands Hikes Dividend - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Limited Brands Inc. (LTD) is an interesting option for investors seeking both growth and income. This specialty ...
  874. Marathon Oil 4Q: Likely to Miss - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Oil and natural gas exploration and production firm Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) is set to release its ...
  875. Bayer Presents Positive ATX101 Data - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Bayer AG (BAYRY) recently presented results from two European phase III studies on ATX-101. ATX-101 is being ...
  876. Aeropostale Downgraded to Strong Sell - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Zacks Investment Research downgraded Aeropostale Inc. (ARO) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) on Feb 2, 2013. Why ...
  877. What's In Store for Philip Morris? - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Philip Morris (PM) is set to report fourth quarter and full year 2012 results on Feb 7. Last quarter it posted a ...
  878. BRE Properties Beats, Dividend Up - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    BRE Properties Inc.'s (BRE) fourth quarter 2012 core fund from operations (FFO) of 61 cents per share were a penny ...
  879. Liberty Global Eyes Virgin Media - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    A leading cable operator in Europe, Latin America and Australia, Liberty Global Inc. (LBTYA) plans to bid for UK's ...
  880. ETR Investigating SuperBowl Blackout - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Entergy Corporation (ETR) along with SMG, the management company of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, is investigating ...
  881. DGX Downgraded to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    On Feb 1, we downgraded Quest Diagnostics (DGX), a leading player in the diagnostic testing market, to Underperform ...
  882. Potash Hikes Dividend by 33% - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Crop nutrient company Potash Corp of Sakatchewan Inc. (POT) recently announced a roughly 33% hike in its quarterly ...
  883. Auto Sales Indicate Strong Recovery - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Auto sales in the U.S. grew 14.2% to 1.04 million vehicles in January. This translates into a seasonally adjusted ...
  884. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Bounce Back

    February 05, 2013
    Equity markets bounced back today, after yesterday’s sharp pull back had stocks posting their worst one-day ...
  885. Suncor Energy: Will it Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Canada's biggest energy firm and the largest oil sands outfit, Suncor Energy Inc. (SU) is scheduled to report its ...
  886. AGN Earnings Miss but Guidance Tops - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Allergan, Inc. (AGN) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of $1.15 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  887. SunPower Renews GRID Partnership - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    SunPower Corporation (SPWR), a Silicon Valley-based manufacturer of high efficiency solar cells, solar panels and ...
  888. Becton Beats Again, Guides High - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Medical technology major Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) reported first-quarter fiscal 2013 earnings per share ...
  889. Iconix Buys Brand; Ups 2013 View - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Iconix Brand Group, Inc. (ICON) has formed a joint venture with Buffalo International ULC to acquire a 51% interest ...
  890. Duke Files Rate Hike to Recoup Cost - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Duke Energy Carolinas, a subsidiary of Duke Energy Corporation (DUK), has requested the North Carolina Utilities ...
  891. Thai Airways Flies with BMC Cloud - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    BMC Software Inc. (BMC) recently announced a success story with Thailand's national aircraft, Thai Airways ...
  892. Market Wrap for Tuesday, February 5: Stocks Shrug Off ...

    February 05, 2013
    A day after falling the most in 2013, the U.S. stock market rebounded strongly on the back of good economic data. ...
  893. Dell Closer to Buyout - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Amid all the negative outcomes of macro uncertainty and the PC market slowdown, the recent talk of the town seems to ...
  894. FMC Tech Wins Subsea Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Offshore oilfield equipment manufacturer FMC Technologies Inc. (FTI) entered into a deal with Total E&P Angola, ...
  895. Eni Algerian Project Yields Gas - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Italian energy major Eni SpA E) and its partner, the Algerian state company Sonatrach, have commenced gas production ...
  896. CIGNA Sheds Run-Off Biz - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    In an effort to reduce risk and strengthen financial flexibility the U.S. health insurer CIGNA Corp. (CI), has ...
  897. Impressive Quarter for Lear - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Lear Corp. (LEA) posted a 17.5% rise in adjusted earnings per share to $1.48 in the fourth quarter of 2012 from ...
  898. ProAssurance Reiterated at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We have retained our Neutral recommendation on ProAssurance Corporation (PRA) as core business volatility and ...
  899. NYSE Plunges YoY on Poor Top Line - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    NYSE Euronext Inc.'s (NYX) fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of 43 cents comfortably surpassed the ...
  900. Teco Energy Lags, Profit Dips - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    TECO Energy Inc. (TE) announced its fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of 21 cents per share, in line with the ...
  901. Cardinal Beats Est., Tweaks Outlook - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Leading distributor of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies Cardinal Health (CAH) posted second-quarter fiscal 2013 ...
  902. TMK Grows Y/Y, Guides 2013 - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Torchmark Corp. (TMK) reported fourth-quarter 2012 net operating income of $1.33 per share, a couple of pennies ...
  903. Impressive Square Beat for Edwards - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (EW) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share of 77 cents, up 45.3% year ...
  904. Petrobras Profit Meet Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Brazil's state-run energy giant Petroleo Brasileiro S.A., or Petrobras (PBR), announced fourth quarter profit of ...
  905. Cat Losses Affect Hartford's 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $265 million or 54 ...
  906. Can BlackBerry 10 Turn the Tide? - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Following its rechristening as BlackBerry (BBRY), (formerly known as Research in Motion), the company added a fresh ...
  907. Westamerica Remains Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    On Feb 4, 2013, we reiterated our long-term recommendation on Westamerica Bancorp. (WABC) at 'Underperform'. This ...
  908. Arch Coal Misses, Suffers Loss - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Arch Coal Inc. (ACI) reported fourth-quarter 2012 pro forma loss of 42 cents per share, wider than the Zacks ...
  909. Spectra Misses on Weak Prices - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Premier natural gas company Spectra Energy Corp. (SE) reported fourth-quarter 2012 earnings per share from ...
  910. Restaurant Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Zacks Analyst ...

    February 05, 2013
    The year 2012 started on a relatively positive note for U.S. restaurants. That scenario changed gradually as sales ...
  911. Elavon Expands in Canada - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    In a bid to expand its network in Canada, Elavon - a fully-owned subsidiary of U.S. Bancorp (USB) - has acquired ...
  912. SIRIUS XM Posts Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. (SIRI) declared mixed financial results for the fourth quarter of 2012. Quarterly GAAP net ...
  913. LRY Unveils $55M Project - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Yesterday, Liberty Property Trust (LRY) - a hybrid real estate investment trust (REIT) - unveiled its plan to ...
  914. Kellogg Beats Overall, Keeps 2013 View - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Kellogg Company's K) adjusted fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 67 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate ...
  915. Rent-A-Center's Expansion Strategy - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    To further strengthen its foothold in Canada, Rent-A-Center Inc. (RCII) announced its plans to franchise Canadian ...
  916. Restaurant Stock Outlook - Feb 2013 - Industry Outlook

    February 05, 2013
    The year 2012 started on a relatively positive note for U.S. restaurants. That scenario changed gradually as sales ...
  917. Clorox Shares at All-Time High - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Shares of The Clorox Company (CLX) hit an all-time high of $80.86 on Monday, Feb 4, just after the company reported ...
  918. Atlas Copco Upgraded to Strong Buy - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Zacks Investment Research upgraded Atlas Copco AB (ATLKY) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) on Feb 2, 2013. Why the ...
  919. Illinois Tool Remains Neutral Rated - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We currently maintained a Neutral recommendation on Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) anticipating that the company ...
  920. More Trouble Ahead for Italy and Spain ETFs? - ETF News ...

    February 05, 2013
    In the past six months, European ETFs have been soaring higher. Worries over a broad debt crisis faded from memory, ...
  921. This Week?s Value Stocks (TOT) (LAD) - Zacks Rank Buys

    February 05, 2013
    Value stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, discusses Total S.A. (TOT) and Lithia Motors (LAD).
  922. Monsanto Acquires Assets of Agradis - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Less than a week ago, Monsanto Company (MON), an agricultural products company, acquired a few assets of Agradis ...
  923. AAR Ventures Into Medical Logistics - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    AAR Corp. (AIR) recently announced a contract win from the U.S. Army Medical Material Center, Southwest Asia. The ...
  924. Tellabs Remains Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Tellabs Inc. (TLAB) reported mixed financial results for its third quarter of 2012 as net earnings managed to meet ...
  925. "The World's Leading Energy Strategist" on What Could Go ...

    February 05, 2013
    As readers of Top 10 Stocks already know, Chief Strategist Paul Tracy recently handed over the reins to Elliott Gue, ...
  926. Louisiana Pacific Ready for 4Q Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We expect the premier supplier of building materials, Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LPX) to beat expectations when ...
  927. SHPG Reaches Agreement with US Govt - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Ireland-based Shire plc (SHPG) recently announced that the company has reached an agreement in principle to resolve ...
  928. Scripps Network Interactive: Will It Beat? (revised) - ...

    February 05, 2013
    Pure-play lifestyle cable network company Scripps Network Interactive (SNI) is set to release its fourth-quarter ...
  929. Microsoft Collaborates with Kenya - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    The world's largest software maker Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) is collaborating with the government of Kenya's Ministry ...
  930. Green Mountain Likely to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    We expect leading coffee maker Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (GMCR) to beat expectations when it reports ...
  931. Investors Still Highly Prize Hershey's Consistent Growth ...

    February 05, 2013
    Hershey's growth is looking strong, but the valuation is no bargain.
  932. MEMC Unit Seals a Solar Deal - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Semiconductor and solar technology provider MEMC Electronic Materials Inc. (WFR) recently announced that its ...
  933. Can Indonesia ETFs Rebound in 2013? - ETF News And ...

    February 05, 2013
    Indonesia ETFs returned just about 3% in 2012, which was very disappointing compared to the strong performance by ...
  934. Mead Johnson Nutrition's Valuation Looks Bloated (MJN, ...

    February 05, 2013
    Mead Johnson seems overvalued for its above-average growth prospects.
  935. SK Telecom Ends '12 with Y/Y Growth - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    SK Telecom Corp. (SKM) - leading South Korean wireless communication service provider - reported fourth quarter and ...
  936. Diamond Beats Overall - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc. (DO) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of $1.12 per share, surpassing the Zacks ...
  937. Are Good Orders Just The Beginning For Cameron? (CAM, ...

    February 05, 2013
    Cameron's weak guidance and poor margins were hidden under a deluge of new orders.
  938. February 05: ISM Report Likely To Add Optimism - ...

    February 05, 2013
    The ISM report today will likely give stocks the reason to reverse some of the losses from Monday. But the relative ...
  939. Better-than-expected 4Q for Axis - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXS) reported fourth-quarter 2012 operating loss of 23 cents per share, narrower than ...
  940. Mixed 4Q for IDEX - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    IDEX Corporation (IEX) delivered adjusted earnings of 69 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012, up 6% from ...
  941. Energy ETFs: Strong Start to 2013 - ETF News And Commentary

    February 05, 2013
    In recent years, the energy sector has been through major upheavals attributable to a series of unwanted episodes in ...
  942. Mitsubishi UFJ Disappoints Again - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Last week, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MTU) reported net income of ¥532.5 billion ($6.7 billion) for nine ...
  943. Emerson's Q1 Meets Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Emerson Electric Company (EMR) announced first-quarter 2013 results before the market opened today, reporting ...
  944. Meredith for Growth and Income - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Meredith Corporation (MDP) recently increased its quarterly dividend by 6.5%, bringing the annualized payout to ...
  945. Estee Lauder Beats, Gives View - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) posted second quarter fiscal 2013 earnings of $1.16 per share (excluding ...
  946. Expectations for 2013 - Colt Resources - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Expectations for 2013 - Colt Resources By Steven Ralston, CFA Colt Resources (V.GTP) is a junior gold ...
  947. Eaton Beats Revs, Guides Well - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation (ETN) released its fourth quarter results with earnings per share of 96 ...
  948. Will Ralph Lauren Beat in 3Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    New York-based Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL) - a designer, marketer and distributor of lifestyle products - is ...
  949. Yum! Outperforms, China Sales Weak - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Yum! Brands Inc. (YUM) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 83 cents per share, ahead of the Zacks ...
  950. Archer Daniels Reports Strong 2Q - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Archer Daniels Midland Company's (ADM) adjusted earnings of 60 cents per share for the second-quarter ended Dec 31, ...
  951. Regal Beloit Beats Estimate - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Regal Beloit Corporation (RBC) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings of 70 cents per share compared to 80 cents in ...
  952. Illinois Tool Works Still Has Work To Do (ITW, GE, MMM, DHR)

    February 05, 2013
    Illinois Tool Works is already getting a lot of hype for saying and doing the right things.
  953. Leggett Reports Mixed Quarter - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Leggett & Platt Inc. (LEG) - the manufacturer of diversified engineered products and components - reported ...
  954. Luminex Beats EPS, Profits Up - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Luminex Corporation's (LMNX) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 12 cents per share (up 9% year over year) beat ...
  955. Brightcove Reports Mixed 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Brightcove Inc. (BCOV) reported a loss of 13 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, wider than the Zacks Consensus ...
  956. Optimism to Pick Up? - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    The ISM report today will likely give stocks the reason to reverse some of the losses from Monday. But the relative ...
  957. Broadcom Stumbles, But The Street Forgives (BRCM, QCOM, ...

    February 05, 2013
    We can forgive Broadcom for a mild stumble in guidance.
  958. LIFE Beats 4Q Rev, Misses EPS - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Life Technologies Corporation (LIFE) reported earnings per share (EPS) of 63 cents in the fourth quarter of fiscal ...
  959. One Bad Apple Could Spoil A Whole ETF Bushel (AAPL, QQQ, ...

    February 05, 2013
    While you may not directly own Apple stock, odds are that your ETF has some Apple exposure in it.
  960. Ahead of Wall Street - February 5, 2013 - Ahead of Wall ...

    February 05, 2013
    Tuesday, February 5, 2013 The ISM report today will likely give stocks the reason to reverse some of the losses ...
  961. STMicro's 4Q Loss Widens Y/Y - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    STMicroelectronics (STM) reported adjusted fourth quarter 2012 loss of 11 cents per share, wider than the Zacks ...
  962. Stock Market News for February 5, 2013 - Market News

    February 05, 2013
    Benchmarks retreated from recent highs following weaker-than-expected factory orders and investor concerns about the ...
  963. Gilead Beats Estimates in 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Gilead Sciences, Inc.'s (GILD) fourth quarter 2012 earnings (excluding special items but including stock option ...
  964. Can Offshore Continue To Offset Weaker Onshore Trends At ...

    February 05, 2013
    National Oilwell Varco's orders were alright, but margins were disappointing.
  965. Anadarko Beats EPS, Lags Sales - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (APC) posted net earnings from continuing operations of 85 cents per share for the ...
  966. BP Beats, Falls Y/Y on Vol - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    BP plc (BP) reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of $1.25 per American Depositary Share (ADS) on a ...
  967. Mixed 4Q for Royal Caribbean - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.'s (RCL) fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 10 cents per share surpassed the Zacks ...
  968. Sohu Beats Despite Higher Expenses - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Sohu.com Inc. (SOHU) reported non-GAAP EPS of 66 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, which decreased 47.8% year ...
  969. SolarWinds Beats, Raises Outlook - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    SolarWinds Inc. (SWI) reported fourth-quarter 2012 non-GAAP earnings of 36 cents per share, which increased 24.1% ...
  970. Carpenter Beats by a Penny - Analyst Blog

    February 05, 2013
    Specialty alloy maker Carpenter Technology Corp. (CRS) reported earnings of 62 cents per share for second-quarter ...
  971. 10 Questions About ETFs You've Been Too Afraid To Ask

    February 05, 2013
    As the exchange-traded world continues to expand, many investors find themselves asking the same questions about how ...
  972. Bull of the Day: Lindsay Corporation (LNN) - Bull of the Day

    February 05, 2013
    With a strong earnings and revenue beat, rising estimates and reasonable valuation, this Zacks Rank #1 stock offers ...
  973. Bear of the Day: Mellanox Technologies, Ltd. (MLNX) - ...

    February 05, 2013
    Weak Q1 prompted a flurry of negative estimate revisions from analysts, sending shares of this stock to a Zacks Rank #5.
  974. Benzinga Market Primer: Tuesday, February 5

    February 05, 2013
    Futures Rise After Monday Losses U.S. equity futures rose in pre-market trading after U.S. and global markets ...
  975. Defensive ETFs And Budget Talks

    February 05, 2013
    Though the fiscal cliff ordeal was somewhatsuccessfullyavoided, Washington has yet another hurdle to face in the ...
  976. The Key to International ETF Investing - Investment Ideas

    February 05, 2013
    Investors have largely embraced international ETFs to start 2013. Funds tracking emerging markets have seen ...
  977. Explosive Stocks Under $10 - Screen of the Week

    February 05, 2013
    This screen is a bit of a departure from my normal stock screens. Usually I require my screens to have a ...
  978. Fluor Receives Williams Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Fluor Corporation (FLR) announced that it has received a contract from Williams Companies Inc. (WMB) to provide ...
  979. AGL Resources Buys NiSource Assets - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    In order to double its retail services business, energy services holding company AGL Resources Inc. (GAS) has ...
  980. CSX Corp. Slips to Underperform - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    On Feb 1, we downgraded our recommendation on CSX Corporation (CSX) to Underperform from Neutral, owing to ...
  981. Tetra Tech Wins USAID Contract - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Tetra Tech Inc. (TTEK), a leading provider of environmental services, recently got engaged in a global clean energy ...
  982. Earnings Preview: Magellan Midstream - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Oil pipeline and storage partnership Magellan Midstream Partners L.P. (MMP) is set to release its fourth-quarter ...
  983. A.M. Best Reiterates Unum Ratings - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    A.M. Best Co. reiterated the issuer credit rating (ICR) of "bbb" of Unum Group (UNM) and its present debt ...
  984. Noble Energy: Will It Miss? - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Noble Energy Inc. (NBL) is scheduled to release its fourth quarter 2012 financial results before the market bell on ...
  985. Canada Approves Seattle Genetics' Adcetris - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Seattle Genetics Inc. (SGEN) recently received approval from Health Canada for its oncology drug, Adcetris ...
  986. Delta Offers Luxuries with New Ties - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Delta Air Lines (DAL) is collaborating with top brands like Malin+Goetz and Tumi Holdings, Inc. (TUMI) to offer ...
  987. Schlumberger Reiterated at Neutral - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    On Jan 31, we reaffirmed our Neutral recommendation on the leading oilfield services company Schlumberger Limited ...
  988. NRG's Alpine Plant Comes Online - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    NRG Energy Inc.'s (NRG) renewable division NRG Solar announced the commencement of operation at its 66 megawatt ...
  989. St. Jude Begins EnligHTN II Trial - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    St. Jude Medical Inc. (STJ) has initiated the EnligHTN II trail with the enrolment of first patient to further ...
  990. AbbVie Provides 2013 Outlook - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    AbbVie (ABBV) recently confirmed its sales figures for 2012 and provided guidance for 2013 as an independent ...
  991. H-P Enterprise to Axe German Arm - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    The ongoing turbulence in its business operations has forced PC giant Hewlett-Packard Co. (HPQ) to opt for major ...
  992. Will Equity Residential Beat in 4Q? - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    We expect leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT) - Equity Residential (EQR) -to beat expectations ...
  993. Spectrum Acquires Apaziquone Rights - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Spectrum Pharmaceuticals (SPPI) recently announced that it has regained development and commercial rights for ...
  994. Cardinal Health: Set to Beat - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    We expect Cardinal Health (CAH) to beat expectations when it reports fiscal second quarter 2013 results on Feb 5. ...
  995. Telus Takes Over Digital WYZDOM - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Telus Corporation (TU) completed the acquisition of leading digital forensics provider- Digital WYZDOM Inc. and ...
  996. Elan to Sell Remaining ALKS Stake - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Elan Corporation plc (ELN) recently decided to sell its remaining 7.8 million ordinary shares in Alkermes plc (ALKS) ...
  997. AES to Sell Two Ukraine Businesses - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    The AES Corporation (AES) has entered into an agreement with VS Energy International to sell two of its power ...
  998. Daily ETF Roundup: Stocks Post Worst One-Day Drop In 2013

    February 04, 2013
    As many investors feared, stocks pulled back sharply today, posting their first triple-digit drop and worst one-day ...
  999. PAA Likely to Beat 4Q - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (PAA) will report fourth-quarter 2012 results on Feb 6, 2013. The partnership is ...
  1000. Upbeat on Expedia's 4Q: A Preview - Analyst Blog

    February 04, 2013
    We expect online travel company Expedia Inc. (EXPE) to beat expectations when it reports fourth quarter 2012 results ...
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