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April 12, 2013
Goldman Sachs’ decides to list a piece of Liberty Harbor Capital subsidiary as a BDC.
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April 04, 2013
Good order flow at Greenbrier doesn't answer long-term margin and economic return questions.
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February 15, 2013
Despite another disappointing quarter, Whole Foods has the potential to produce double-digit revenue growth for the ...
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February 15, 2013
Aixtron will benefit from a surge in LED lighting, but it isn't known when that will happen.
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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 ...
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February 12, 2013
Leading cigarette maker Reynolds American Inc. (RAI) delivered adjusted earnings of 76 cents (excluding a one-time ...
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February 12, 2013
Kevin Matras goes over a Relative Price Change screen to help you find top performers no matter what the market is ...
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February 11, 2013
Ally Financial Inc. is likely to repay the TARP dues by 2014 driven by the robust performance of its auto-finance ...
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February 11, 2013
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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February 11, 2013
Leading well-being enhancement company Healthways (HWAY) and Carondelet Health Network recently revealed an ...
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February 11, 2013
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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February 11, 2013
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top 10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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February 08, 2013
Zacks Investment Research downgraded Graham Corp. (GHM) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) on February 6, 2013. Why ...
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February 08, 2013
Apartment Investment and Management Company (AIV) - a real estate investment trust (REIT), better known as Aimco - ...
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February 08, 2013
Amid volatile equity markets and an uncertain global economy, The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) succeeded in ...
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February 07, 2013
Assurant Inc. (AIZ) reported fourth quarter 2012 operating earnings of 7 cents per share, which compared favorably ...
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February 06, 2013
UDR Inc. (UDR), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported fourth quarter 2012 FFO (funds from operations), ...
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February 06, 2013
Strong sales and productivity savings facilitated The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) to post second-quarter 2013 ...
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February 05, 2013
BRE Properties Inc.'s (BRE) fourth quarter 2012 core fund from operations (FFO) of 61 cents per share were a penny ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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February 05, 2013
Equity markets bounced back today, after yesterday’s sharp pull back had stocks posting their worst one-day ...
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February 05, 2013
In an effort to reduce risk and strengthen financial flexibility the U.S. health insurer CIGNA Corp. (CI), has ...
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February 05, 2013
Zacks Investment Research upgraded Atlas Copco AB (ATLKY) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) on Feb 2, 2013. Why the ...
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February 05, 2013
We currently maintained a Neutral recommendation on Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) anticipating that the company ...
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February 05, 2013
AAR Corp. (AIR) recently announced a contract win from the U.S. Army Medical Material Center, Southwest Asia. The ...
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February 04, 2013
A.M. Best Co. reiterated the issuer credit rating (ICR) of "bbb" of Unum Group (UNM) and its present debt ...
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February 04, 2013
We expect The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (HAIN), the distributor, marketer and seller of various natural and organic ...
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February 01, 2013
Apartment Investment and Management Company (AIV) - a real estate investment trust (REIT) better known as Aimco - ...
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February 01, 2013
The end of 2012 saw fiscal cliff fears resulting in heavy sell-off of risky assets. Investors then pushed their ...
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February 01, 2013
Meritor Inc. (MTOR) reported an adjusted loss of $11.0 million or 11 cents per share in the first quarter of fiscal ...
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February 01, 2013
PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) posted a 20.9% fall in profits to 72 cents per share in the fourth quarter of 2012 from 91 cents ...
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February 01, 2013
Autoliv Inc. (ALV) saw a 14.7% fall in earnings per share to $1.45 in the fourth quarter of 2012 from $1.70 a year ...
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February 01, 2013
Ingersoll-Rand Plc (IR) reported a net income of $235.6 million or 78 cents compared with $242.2 million or 76 cents ...
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January 30, 2013
On Tuesday, Fitch Ratings affirmed all the debt and credit ratings of MetLife Inc. (MET) and its operating ...
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January 30, 2013
We expect tobacco giant Altria Group Inc. (MO) to beat expectations when it reports fourth quarter and full year ...
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January 30, 2013
Wesco Aircraft Holdings, Inc. (WAIR) reported first quarter fiscal 2013 results. Earnings of 25 cents per share were ...
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January 29, 2013
On Monday, global insurance giant American International Group Inc. (AIG) signed a 10-year contract worth $55 ...
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January 29, 2013
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) reported fourth quarter 2012 earnings per share from continuing operations, adjusted ...
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January 29, 2013
Despite continued softness in Europe and Asia, Graco Inc. (GGG) reported stellar fourth quarter 2012 results with ...
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January 28, 2013
Fitch Ratings has undertaken a rating action on Tower Group, Inc. (TWGP). As an outcome, the rating agency ...
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January 28, 2013
SAIC Inc. (SAI) recently introduced an innovative data management and analytics solution to empower diverse ...
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January 24, 2013
Meritor Inc. (MTOR) announced the launch of two new product series - Meritor AllFit and Meritor Green. These broad ...
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January 24, 2013
Leading methanol producer Methanex Corporation (MEOH) has forged a 10-year supply pact with Oklahoma-based ...
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January 24, 2013
Reinsurance Group of America Inc.'s, (RGA) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of 'A-' has been affirmed by Fitch Ratings. ...
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January 24, 2013
Dover Corporation (DOV) reported fourth-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings from continuing operations of of $1.09 per ...
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January 24, 2013
AAR Corp. (AIR), one of the top contractors of aerospace, defense products and services in the world, declared that ...
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January 24, 2013
With a view to strengthening its foothold in the food processing industry, Elgin, Ill.-based, The Middleby ...
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January 23, 2013
Industrial gas giant Air Products and Chemicals Inc. (APD) logged first-quarter fiscal 2013 (ended December 31, ...
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January 23, 2013
In an effort to expand its international operations, the Canadian life insurer Sun Life Financial Inc. (SLF) has ...
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January 22, 2013
Defense operator General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is set to report fourth quarter and full year 2012 results on Jan ...
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January 22, 2013
TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation (AMTD) reported its fiscal first quarter 2013 (ended Dec 31, 2012) net income of ...
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January 22, 2013
Fitch ratings have conferred a rating of 'A+' on new issue of notes by Berkshire Hathaway Finance Corp. This is a ...
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January 21, 2013
On Jan 18, we maintained our Neutral recommendation on global equipment manufacturer Terex Corp. (TEX) following a ...
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January 21, 2013
Last week, American Capital Ltd. (ACAS) announced the divesture of its portfolio company, Lifoam Holdings Inc. ...
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January 18, 2013
Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH) reported its second-quarter of fiscal 2013 earnings results before the market ...
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January 18, 2013
Tower Group Inc. (TWGP) is very close to closing its merger with Canopius Bermuda, as the insurer has received all ...
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January 16, 2013
Parker Hannifin (PH) is set to report its second quarter 2013 results on January 18, 2013. The company posted a ...
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January 16, 2013
On Jan 15, 2013, Zacks Investment Research upgraded Metso CP Ads (MXCYY) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). Why the ...
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January 15, 2013
On January 11, we maintained our Neutral recommendation on Toyota Motor Corp. (TM) despite the challenging scenario ...
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January 14, 2013
On January 10, 2013, we reiterated our Neutral recommendation on Altria Inc. (MO) following in-line third-quarter ...
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January 14, 2013
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), vehicle sales in China grew 4.3% to 19.3 ...
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January 11, 2013
A new television advertisement from American International Group, Inc. (AIG) shows the company thanking America for ...
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January 09, 2013
The Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based largest automotive retailer AutoNation Inc. (AN) recorded 15% year-over-year ...
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January 08, 2013
Metso CP - ADS (MXCYY) recently announced the acquisition of U.S-based software company ExperTune Inc for an ...
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January 08, 2013
Prudential Real Estate Investors, the estate investment management and advisory unit of Prudential Financial, Inc. ...
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January 08, 2013
Auto sales in the U.S. grew 13.4% to the five-year high of 14.5 million vehicles in 2012 including a 9% rise to 1.4 ...
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January 08, 2013
Altra Holdings Inc. (AIMC) reached its 52-week high on January 4, as shares have been gaining since the company ...
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January 07, 2013
Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) started the New Year by announcing the closure of three previously ...
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January 03, 2013
We have affirmed our Neutral recommendation on American International Group Inc. (AIG) following its modest ...
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January 03, 2013
The market is quiet so far today. The Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged; the S&P 500 has remained steady; and the ...
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January 03, 2013
This morning, the market has been relatively quiet. The Nasdaq has moved little; the S&P 500 has been relatively ...
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January 02, 2013
CAE Inc. (CAE), a provider of simulation equipment announced an issue of senior unsecured notes. The notes are ...
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January 02, 2013
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on the shares of Tower Group Inc. (TWGP). The benefits of organic ...
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January 02, 2013
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq up 2.3%, the S&P 500 increasing 1.8% and the Dow moving up 1.9%. The ...
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January 02, 2013
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is up 2.3%; the S&P 500 has climbed 1.8%; and ...
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January 02, 2013
It's every investor's dream. And this one came true...
For lucky shareholders in this formerly tiny maker of ...
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December 31, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Assurant Inc. (AIZ). Although we are optimistic about the company's ...
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December 31, 2012
AAR Corp. (AIR), Illinois-based aerospace/defense products and services supplier, surpassed its earnings expectation ...
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December 28, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 0.3%, the S&P 500 declining 0.5% and the Dow falling 0.5%. ...
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December 28, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq is down 0.3%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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December 27, 2012
These firms were some of the biggest casualties and reported losses that easily qualify as among the largest of all ...
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December 26, 2012
The U.S. is the world's largest aerospace and defense market, and also home to the world's largest military budget. ...
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December 26, 2012
Last week, Bloomberg reported that MetLife Inc. (MET) intends to purchase the pension-management wing of Banco ...
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December 26, 2012
The U.S. is the world's largest aerospace and defense market, and also home to the world's largest military budget. ...
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December 26, 2012
The U.S. is the world's largest aerospace and defense market, and also home to the world's largest military budget. ...
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December 26, 2012
Recently, property-casualty and life reinsurer - PartnerRe Ltd. (PRE) - announced the pre-tax catastrophe (CAT) loss ...
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December 24, 2012
Lithia Motors Inc. (LAD) announced that it has increased its five-year revolving syndicated credit facility by $150 ...
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December 24, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN), which distributes, markets and sells various natural and organic foods as well ...
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December 21, 2012
The Nasdaq has declined 2%, the S&P 500 has decreased 1.9% and the Dow has fallen 1.4%, marking a bad morning for ...
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December 21, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is trading down 2%; the S&P 500 has ...
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December 20, 2012
After witnessing benign catastrophe loss during the first nine months of 2012, property and casualty insurer ...
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December 20, 2012
Triumph Group Inc. (TGI), a leading provider of aircraft components, announced its acquisition of Embee ...
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December 20, 2012
We have reaffirmed our long-term Neutral recommendation on FTI Consulting Inc. (FCN). Our recommendation is based on ...
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December 20, 2012
The search for new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Senior Vice President at Denver, Colorado-based multifamily ...
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December 20, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.4%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow has decreased 0.1%. The ...
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December 20, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.4%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is down 0.1%. The ...
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December 20, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has declined 0.4%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow has slipped 0.1%. While the market ...
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December 20, 2012
Navistar International Corporation (NAV) recorded a loss of $2.8 billion or $40.13 per share in the fourth quarter ...
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December 19, 2012
On Tuesday, the Treasury Department released an update on its strategy initiated early this year of exiting its ...
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December 19, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved up 0.1%, the S&P 500 has fallen 0.1% and the Dow remains relatively unchanged after the ...
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December 19, 2012
Illinois-based aerospace/defense products and services supplier, AAR Corp. (AIR) posted its fiscal second-quarter ...
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December 18, 2012
Yesterday, American International Group Inc. (AIG) announced its plan to sell the remaining 13.69% stake in its ...
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December 18, 2012
Navistar International Corporation (NAV) is expected to release its fourth quarter 2012 before the market opens on ...
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December 18, 2012
This morning has been good for the market, with the Nasdaq moving up 1.1%, the S&P 500 up 0.8% and the Dow ...
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December 18, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has risen 1.1%; the S&P 500 is up 0.8%; and the Dow has climbed ...
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December 18, 2012
It's been a good morning for the market. The Nasdaq has moved up 1.1%; the S&P 500 has risen 0.8%; and the Dow has ...
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December 17, 2012
Yesterday, MetLife Inc. (MET) announced its projected operating earnings growth to falter in 2013 on an annual ...
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December 14, 2012
We are maintaining our long-term Neutral recommendation on CRA International Inc. (CRAI), a provider of legal, ...
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December 14, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq is trading down 0.8%; the S&P 500 is down 0.2%; and the Dow ...
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December 13, 2012
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), passenger vehicle sales in China went up 8.2% ...
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December 13, 2012
Readers of my articles should know by now that I'm always on the lookout for good dividend-paying ideas. There's no ...
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December 13, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.4%, the S&P 500 is down 0.3% and the Dow has declined 0.2%. The ...
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December 13, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.4%, the S&P 500 has declined 0.3% and the Dow is down 0.2%. ...
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December 12, 2012
Meritor Inc. (MTOR) recently completed its previously announced offering of $250 million of 7.875% convertible ...
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December 11, 2012
American International Group Inc. (AIG) is in the final leg of its government bailout loan repayment as the US ...
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December 11, 2012
Last week, Tower Group Inc. (TWGP) announced that its merger agreement with Canopius Bermuda Holding Limited is ...
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December 11, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has moved up 1.7%; the S&P 500 has increased ...
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December 11, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has increased 1.7%; the S&P 500 is trading up 1%; and the Dow is ...
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December 11, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is trading up 1.7%; the S&P 500 is up 1%; and the Dow has ...
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December 11, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
The trade deficit numbers came in-line with expectations this morning and the ...
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December 11, 2012
Highwoods Properties Inc. (HIW), a real estate investment trust (REIT), recently acquired its second Class A ...
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December 11, 2012
Adam Patti is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of IndexIQ, a New York-based ETF issuer behind several of the ...
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December 10, 2012
American International Group Inc. (AIG) confirmed the sale of about 90% of its aircraft leasing unit - International ...
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December 10, 2012
PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) revealed that its board of directors has declared a special dividend of 80 cents per share on top ...
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December 10, 2012
This article discusses food stocks investors should pay attention to in 2013.
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December 07, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.7%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow is trading up 0.3% so far today. The ...
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December 06, 2012
It looks that the auto industry is getting back to its heyday, last seen before the economic recession. We see the ...
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December 06, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq is up 0.7%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.3%; and the Dow has ...
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December 06, 2012
AAR Corp. (AIR) recently announced that it has been selected again by the United States Transportation Command ...
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December 04, 2012
Following a periodic review, rating agency A.M Best affirmed Assurant Inc.'s (AIZ) issuer credit ratings ("ICR") at ...
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December 04, 2012
Recently, Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) completed the divestiture of its subsidiary - Woodbury ...
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December 03, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is up 0.2%, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.1% and the Dow has slipped 0.2%. The ...
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November 30, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Meritor Inc. (MTOR). The global automotive parts maker continues to ...
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November 30, 2012
AAR Corp. (AIR) has agreed to sell 10 of its 737-400 aircraft to Malaysian Airline System, Berhad (MAS). The deal ...
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November 29, 2012
Yesterday, rating agency A.M. Best asserted the credit and financial strength ratings (FSR) of MetLife Inc. (MET) ...
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November 27, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW), a leading North American distributor of ...
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November 26, 2012
We recently maintained a Neutral recommendation on Leucadia National Corporation (LUK), anticipating the company to ...
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November 26, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq falling 0.4%, the S&P 500 decreasing 0.7% and the Dow down 0.8%. The ...
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November 26, 2012
The market is down this morning. The Nasdaq has declined 0.4%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.7%; and the Dow has ...
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November 21, 2012
Campbell Soup's lackluster growth is likely to continue.
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November 19, 2012
The Nasdaq has increased 1.7%, the S&P 500 has risen 1.5% and the Dow is trading up 1.3%, marking a bad morning for ...
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November 16, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has fallen 1%; the S&P 500 is down 0.6%; and the Dow has ...
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November 16, 2012
The Nasdaq has slipped 1%, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.6% and the Dow is trading down 0.8% on a bad morning for the ...
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November 16, 2012
W.W. Grainger (GWW) has narrowed its earnings guidance for 2012 to a range of $10.55 to $10.75 per share from the ...
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November 16, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on the shares of Prudential Financial Inc. (PRU), prior to the release ...
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November 16, 2012
Meritor Inc. (MTOR) reported adjusted earnings per share of 32 cents in the fourth quarter of 2012, down 28.9% from ...
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November 15, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has declined 0.4%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.3%; and the Dow ...
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November 14, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.4%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.5%; and the ...
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November 14, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq is down 0.4%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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November 13, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has risen 0.2%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.6% and the Dow has moved up ...
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November 12, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has slipped 0.1%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow has declined ...
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November 09, 2012
This morning has been good for the market, with the Nasdaq moving up 0.9%, the S&P 500 rising 0.5% and the Dow ...
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November 09, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is trading up 0.9%; the S&P 500 is up 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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November 09, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq climbing 0.9%, the S&P 500 increasing 0.5% and the Dow up 0.2%. The ...
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November 09, 2012
Property and casualty insurer, Tower Group Inc. (TWGP) reported third quarter 2012 operating income of 62 cents per ...
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November 08, 2012
The U.S. Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) industry had a lackluster third quarter after a relatively strong run ...
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November 08, 2012
Tesla Motors, Inc. (TSLA) reported a wider adjusted loss of $109.6 million or $1.04 per share in the third quarter ...
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November 08, 2012
The U.S. Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) industry had a lackluster third quarter after a relatively strong run ...
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November 08, 2012
The U.S. Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) industry had a lackluster third quarter after a relatively strong run ...
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November 08, 2012
Whole Foods continues to deliver excellent growth and solid execution.
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November 08, 2012
Prudential Financial Inc.'s (PRU) core operating earnings for the third quarter of 2012 came in at $1.53 per share, ...
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November 07, 2012
AAR Corp. (AIR), a world-renowned supplier of aerospace, defense products and services, recently declared that it ...
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November 07, 2012
Leucadia National Corporation (LUK) posted impressive financial results in the third quarter 2012. Earnings per ...
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November 06, 2012
The Nasdaq has moved little, the S&P 500 has climbed 0.4% and the Dow has increased 0.6% so far today. These are the ...
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November 05, 2012
Life and supplemental health insurer Torchmark Corp. (TMK) has announced the successful completion of privately-held ...
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November 05, 2012
The Nasdaq has climbed 0.1%, the S&P 500 is down 0.3% and the Dow is trading down 0.3% so far today. The ...
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November 05, 2012
American International Group Inc. (AIG) reported third-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.00, ...
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November 02, 2012
Autoliv Inc. (ALV) recorded a 16.9% decline in earnings per share to $1.23 in the third quarter of the year from ...
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November 02, 2012
Apartment Investment & Management Co. (AIV) or Aimco as the real estate investment trust (REIT) is popularly known, ...
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November 02, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has moved little, the S&P 500 has decreased 0.2% and the Dow has declined ...
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November 02, 2012
Rise in consumption, expanded distribution and productivity savings facilitated The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) ...
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November 01, 2012
MetLife Inc. (MET) reported third-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.32, comfortably beating both the ...
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November 01, 2012
American International Group Inc (NYSE:AIG) announced its results for the most recent quarter on November 1, 2012. ...
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October 31, 2012
With markets clearly entering a 'muddle through' phase in which low growth and uncertainty are the norm, many ...
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October 31, 2012
Triumph Group Inc. (TGI) reported strong results for the second quarter of 2013 (ended September 30, 2012) on ...
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October 31, 2012
Commodities can be a volatile bunch. Here are some of the biggest one-day leaps for oil, gold and corn.
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October 31, 2012
Navigant Consulting Inc. (NCI) reported third-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of 23 cents, in line with the ...
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October 30, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN), which distributes, markets and sells various natural and organic foods as well ...
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October 30, 2012
After two consecutive quarters of miss, CRA International Inc. (CRAI) recently reported third quarter 2012 adjusted ...
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October 29, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN), a leader in natural food and personal care products with an extensive ...
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October 29, 2012
American Intl Group (NYSE:AIG) will announce its third quarter earnings on Thursday, November 1, 2012. Analysts have ...
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October 26, 2012
Assurant Inc. (AIZ) reported third quarter 2012 operating earnings of $1.55 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus ...
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October 26, 2012
Torchmark Corp. (TMK) reported third-quarter 2012 net operating income of $1.29 per share, up 10.3% year over year. ...
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October 25, 2012
Avalonbay Communities Inc. (AVB), a leading multifamily real estate investment trust (REIT), reported strong third ...
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October 25, 2012
PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) reported a 14.3% fall in earnings per share to 66 cents in the third quarter of 2012 from 77 ...
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October 25, 2012
Altria Group Inc. (MO) delivered adjusted earnings of 58 cents per share in the third quarter of 2012, which was ...
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October 25, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) witnessed a 37.5% increase in earnings per share to 66 cents in the third quarter of 2012 from ...
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October 24, 2012
Lorillard Inc. (LO) delivered third quarter 2012 adjusted earnings (excluding expenses incurred in conjunction with ...
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October 24, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has moved little, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.1% and the Dow has climbed 0.3%. The ...
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October 23, 2012
Leading cigarette maker, Reynolds American Inc. (RAI) delivered adjusted earnings of 79 cents (excluding a one-time ...
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October 23, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has fallen 0.9%; the S&P 500 is down ...
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October 23, 2012
The proliferation of exchange-traded products has opened up previously difficult-to-reach corners of the investing ...
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October 23, 2012
Reynolds American (NYSE:RAI) announced its results for the most recent quarter on October 23, 2012. Reynolds ...
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October 22, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is trading up 0.3%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow is trading down ...
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October 22, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has moved up 0.3%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow has decreased 0.2%. The capital ...
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October 22, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has increased 0.3%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow has fallen ...
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October 22, 2012
Even though the definition of "hedge fund" has changed over time, morphing from largely market-neutral strategies to ...
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October 19, 2012
Disappointing quarterly results from Google combined with mixed economic reports dragged the benchmarks into ...
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October 18, 2012
Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) reported adjusted third quarter 2012 earnings per share of $1.45, surpassing ...
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October 18, 2012
The pricing of Dean Foods put a fire under its stock price, sending it up more than 10% for the day. Its theoretical ...
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October 18, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has decreased 0.3%, the S&P 500 remains relatively unchanged and the Dow is up 0.1%. The ...
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October 18, 2012
Reynolds American (NYSE:RAI) will release its third quarter results on Tuesday, October 23, 2012. Analysts are ...
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October 16, 2012
The automotive industry is highly concentrated, with the top-10 global automakers accounting for roughly 80% of ...
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October 16, 2012
The automotive industry is highly concentrated, with the top-10 global automakers accounting for roughly 80% of ...
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October 16, 2012
The automotive industry is highly concentrated, with the top-10 global automakers accounting for roughly 80% of ...
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October 16, 2012
I'm regularly asked how I go about picking winning stocks, especially now with the market's recent pullback. ...
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October 15, 2012
Global tobacco manufacturer Phillip Morris International, Inc. (PM) is slated to release its second quarter 2012 ...
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October 15, 2012
To enhance the size as well as terms of its unsecured revolving credit facility, International Lease Finance ...
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October 15, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq up 0.3%, the S&P 500 rising 0.3% and the Dow climbing 0.3%. The ...
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October 15, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is up 0.3%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3%; and ...
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October 15, 2012
The Nasdaq has increased 0.3%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.3% and the Dow is up 0.3% on a good day for the market so ...
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October 12, 2012
California Energy Commission has granted $10 million to Tesla Motors, Inc. (TSLA) to help the latter purchase ...
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October 12, 2012
Earlier this week, American International Group Inc.'s (AIG) Asian wing - AIA Group Limited (AIA) - announced its ...
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October 12, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 0.2%, the S&P 500 down 0.4% and the Dow decreasing 0.2%. The ...
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October 11, 2012
The Nasdaq has increased 0.3%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.6% and the Dow is up 0.3%, marking a bad morning for the ...
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October 10, 2012
The Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow has decreased 0.5% so far today. The ...
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October 09, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far. The Nasdaq has fallen 1.7%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.8%; and the Dow is ...
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October 08, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) has registered outstanding new vehicles sales in September 2012. Sales in the month rose 23% ...
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October 08, 2012
American International Group Inc. (AIG) concluded the last week with the announcement of a 4-year credit facility ...
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October 05, 2012
A.M. Best Co. reiterated the issuer credit ratings ("ICR") of 'bbb' of XL Group plc (XL). Concurrently, the rating ...
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October 05, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has increased 0.2%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.5%; and the Dow ...
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October 04, 2012
Relatively small ETF issuers continue to lead the charge on the product development front, adding a host of new ...
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October 04, 2012
The Nasdaq has remained steady, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.4% and the Dow is up 0.5% so far today. The ...
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October 04, 2012
The Nasdaq is unchanged, the S&P 500 has increased 0.4% and the Dow is trading up 0.5% after the morning's trading. ...
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October 04, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged, the S&P 500 has increased 0.4% and the Dow is ...
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October 03, 2012
In September, U.S. auto sales reached its highest monthly seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 14.9 million ...
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October 03, 2012
We recently upgraded our recommendation on AAR Corp. (AIR) from Neutral to Outperform. Things went in favor of AAR ...
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October 03, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is trading up 0.7%; the S&P 500 has climbed ...
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October 02, 2012
The recent full moon was the harvest moon, which is defined as full
moon closest to the autumnal equinox. The ...
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October 01, 2012
In order to provide impetus to its corporate finance advisory and restructuring activities, FTI Consulting Inc. ...
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October 01, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has risen 0.7%, the S&P 500 has climbed 1% and the Dow has moved up 1.1%. ...
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October 01, 2012
AAR Corporation (AIR) reported a solid fiscal first quarter 2013 results with earnings per share of $0.45 surpassing ...
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September 28, 2012
Yesterday, MetLife Inc. (MET) sold callable notes worth approximately $1.0 billion in a two-part offering that were ...
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September 27, 2012
On Wednesday, American Capital Ltd. (ACAS) announced the repurchase of its common stock worth $125.0 million in open ...
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September 27, 2012
A solid year-to-date return of 72.8%, strong fourth-quarter 2012 results and rising estimates aided The Hain ...
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September 27, 2012
Rising earnings estimates on the back of strong second quarter results - including an average earnings surprise of ...
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September 27, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is up 0.4%, the S&P 500 has moved up 0.3% and the Dow has moved little. ...
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September 27, 2012
The Nasdaq has climbed 0.4%, the S&P 500 has risen 0.3% and the Dow has been relatively flat after the morning's ...
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September 26, 2012
I would say a little bit of both - earnings will likely turn out on the lower side in the third quarter, but are ...
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September 25, 2012
The U.S. insurance industry sees no respite from natural catastrophe losses yet again this year. The 2012 Atlantic ...
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September 25, 2012
The U.S. insurance industry sees no respite from natural catastrophe losses yet again this year. The 2012 Atlantic ...
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September 24, 2012
Torchmark Corp.'s (TMK) newly issued $300 million worth of 3.58% Senior Notes, which will mature in 2022, have been ...
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September 22, 2012
Small-cap stocks have come to the forefront this month, says MoneyShow’s Tom Aspray, who has two names with ...
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September 21, 2012
Torchmark Corp.'s (TMK) newly issued $300 million worth of 3.58% Senior Notes, which will mature in 2022, have been ...
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September 21, 2012
Last week, the Chicago Quantitative Alliance (CQA) held its annual fall conference. As a member, I was able to ...
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September 21, 2012
In a move to settle all claims and litigations, Leucadia National Corporation (LUK) recently entered into an ...
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September 20, 2012
Illinois-based aerospace/defense products and services supplier, AAR Corp. (AIR) posted its fiscal first-quarter ...
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September 19, 2012
We maintained our Neutral recommendation on Reynolds American Inc. (RAI) following the appraisal of the second ...
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September 19, 2012
Rising earnings estimates on the back of strong second quarter results, including a 16.1% earnings surprise, helped ...
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September 19, 2012
Although markets have come back a bit this summer, the economy remains undeniably shaky. Growth in the American ...
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September 19, 2012
Analaysts are down on Assurant, but financial outperformance could boost the stock significantly.
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September 18, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Tenneco Inc. (TEN). The leading maker of emission control and ride ...
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September 18, 2012
Recently, CACI International Inc. (CACI) declared that it has won a task order of $21.5 million from Naval Sea ...
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September 17, 2012
We are reiterating our recommendation on the shares of Torchmark Corp. (TMK) at Neutral, following the acquisition ...
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September 17, 2012
On a bad day for the market, the Nasdaq is trading down 0.2%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.2% and the Dow has decreased ...
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September 17, 2012
CRA International's (CRAI) second quarter 2012 results were discouraging. The earnings lagged the Zacks Consensus ...
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September 14, 2012
We are upgrading Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A)(BRK.B) to Outperform from Neutral following its second-quarter ...
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September 12, 2012
The latest $20.7 billion sale of American International Group Inc.'s (AIG) stock by the US Treasury has inclined the ...
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September 12, 2012
Rising earnings estimates on the back of strong second-quarter results that included a 41.7% earnings surprise, ...
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September 12, 2012
The Nasdaq is up 0.1%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.3% and the Dow has increased 0.4% on a good day for the market so ...
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September 12, 2012
It's been a good morning for the market. The Nasdaq has increased 0.1%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3%; and the Dow is ...
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September 11, 2012
Following American International Group Inc.'s (AIG) decision to buy back shares worth $5.0 billion in the next U.S. ...
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September 11, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is up 0.3%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.6%; and the Dow has ...
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September 11, 2012
On a good day for the market, the Nasdaq has increased 0.3%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.6% and the Dow is up 0.7%. ...
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September 10, 2012
Coffee maker Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc. (GMCR) has stepped into the wellness category by unveiling its new ...
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September 07, 2012
In an attempt to repay the government bailout loan, American International Group Inc. (AIG) announced its plan to ...
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September 07, 2012
We are maintaining our Neutral recommendation on Triumph Group Inc. (TGI). We are optimistic on the recent ...
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September 07, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) recorded an outstanding performance in new vehicle sales in August. Sales in the month rose 28% ...
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September 07, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq has fallen 0.2%, the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3% and the Dow has been ...
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September 07, 2012
After the morning's trading, the Nasdaq is down 0.2%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.3% and the Dow has remained ...
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September 07, 2012
So far today, the Nasdaq has declined 0.2%, the S&P 500 has increased 0.3% and the Dow has been relatively flat. The ...
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September 07, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq has slipped 0.2%, the S&P 500 has increased 0.3% and the Dow has been relatively flat. The ...
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September 06, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is up 1.9%; the S&P 500 has climbed 1.8%; and ...
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September 06, 2012
Recently, AAR CORP. (AIR) announced preliminary results for fiscal first quarter of 2013, ended August 31, 2012. ...
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September 05, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) recently announced that it has entered into a new unsecured senior credit ...
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September 05, 2012
Light vehicle sales in the U.S. in August improved 19.9% to 1.29 million vehicles, which is the highest monthly ...
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September 05, 2012
Rising earnings estimates on the back of strong second quarter results - including a 6.8% earnings surprise - have ...
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September 05, 2012
Almost six months after Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) started looking for suitable divestiture ...
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September 05, 2012
With seven straight quarters of positive earnings surprises and a stock price hovering close to its 52-week high, ...
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September 04, 2012
Rising earnings estimates on the back of decent second quarter results - including a 5.8% earnings surprise - helped ...
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September 04, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq decreasing 0.8%, the S&P 500 down 0.5% and the Dow slipping 0.7%. The ...
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August 31, 2012
Ford Motor Co. F) plans to introduce its Lincoln luxury lineup in China's booming luxury vehicles market in order to ...
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August 30, 2012
Shares of Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) recently hit a new 52-week high after reporting solid fourth-quarter ...
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August 30, 2012
The growth of the Aerospace and Defense industry depends largely on the spending outlook of government departments, ...
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August 30, 2012
The growth of the Aerospace and Defense industry depends largely on the spending outlook of government departments, ...
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August 30, 2012
The growth of the Aerospace and Defense industry depends largely on the spending outlook of government departments, ...
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August 29, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group Inc. (HAIN) reported its fourth-quarter 2012 earnings on August 22, 2012. The Wall Street ...
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August 28, 2012
According to the Reuters, Daimler AG (DDAIF) is planning to produce passenger cars under the Mercedes-Benz moniker ...
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August 28, 2012
The tobacco manufacturer, Altria Group Inc. (MO) recently hiked its dividend by 7.3% to 44 cents per share. The ...
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August 27, 2012
Take your mind to 2003. The United States has just sent troops into Iraq, Alex Rodriguez has just swatted 47 home ...
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August 24, 2012
The residual portion of American International Group's (AIG) mortgage-backed securities in the Maiden Lane III LLC ...
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August 24, 2012
Although scandals and worries over euro zone debt continue to hang over the financial sector, the segment has been ...
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August 24, 2012
We recently maintained a Neutral recommendation on Leucadia National Corporation (LUK), expecting the company to ...
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August 24, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq climbing 0.6%, the S&P 500 rising 0.5% and the Dow up 0.6%. The ...
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August 24, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq has risen 0.6%; the S&P 500 is up 0.5%; and the Dow has moved up ...
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August 24, 2012
Consumer electronics giants Apple and Samsung have stolen the tech-sector headlines as the two behemoths have been ...
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August 23, 2012
Navistar International Corporation (NAV) and China-based truck maker Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co. Ltd. ("JAC") are ...
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August 23, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today: the Nasdaq has decreased 0.2%; the S&P 500 has slipped 0.4%; and the Dow ...
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August 23, 2012
The market is currently down, with the Nasdaq slipping 0.2%, the S&P 500 down 0.4% and the Dow decreasing 0.6%. The ...
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August 23, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading down 0.2%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.4% and the Dow has decreased 0.6% on a bad morning for ...
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August 23, 2012
Rise in consumption, expanded distribution and productivity savings along with pricing facilitated The Hain ...
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August 22, 2012
We are downgrading our recommendation on shares of Tower Group Inc. (TWGP) to 'Underperform' from 'Neutral' ...
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August 22, 2012
The proliferation of ETFs has opened up the investable universe to virtually anyone with a brokerage account; novice ...
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August 21, 2012
Yesterday, American International Group Inc. (AIG) announced the sale of unsecured senior notes worth $250 million. ...
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August 21, 2012
Property and casualty insurer, Cincinnati Financial Corp. (CINF) has announced a 0.5 cent hike in its quarterly ...
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August 21, 2012
Today I'm going to go over a simple screen with a powerful concept.
Buying stocks making new highs. (And yes, ...
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August 21, 2012
We maintained our Neutral recommendation on W.W. Grainger Inc. (GWW), given the slowdown in sales, margin headwinds ...
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August 21, 2012
The Nasdaq remains relatively unchanged, the S&P 500 has increased 0.3% and the Dow has increased 0.2% after the ...
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August 20, 2012
We have maintained our Neutral recommendation on American International Group Inc. (AIG) following its modest ...
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August 20, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq is down 0.2%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.3%; and the Dow has ...
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August 17, 2012
Based in Arlington, Virginia, CACI International Inc. (CACI) recently penned a partnership agreement with Laser ...
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August 16, 2012
We have reiterated our Neutral recommendation on Apartment Investment & Management Co (AIV), or Aimco, a Real Estate ...
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August 16, 2012
Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (AIT) has delivered 10 straight positive earnings surprises with an average ...
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August 15, 2012
This morning, the Nasdaq is up 0.2%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow remains relatively unchanged. Most ...
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August 15, 2012
Currently, the Nasdaq is up 0.2%, the S&P 500 has moved little and the Dow has been relatively flat. These are the ...
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August 14, 2012
CRA International Inc. (CRAI) recently approved an extension of its stock repurchase program, thereby maintaining ...
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August 14, 2012
The Nasdaq has climbed 0.6%, the S&P 500 has moved up 0.3% and the Dow is up 0.3%, marking a bad morning for the ...
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August 14, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is up 0.6%; the S&P 500 has climbed 0.3%; and the Dow has moved ...
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August 13, 2012
W.W. Grainger (GWW) delivered sales growth of 11% for the month of July 2012 compared with a sales growth of 21% in ...
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August 13, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq has decreased 0.3%; the S&P 500 is ...
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August 13, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq is down 0.3%; the S&P 500 has decreased 0.4%; and the Dow has ...
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August 10, 2012
Recently, Reuters reported that MetLife Inc. (MET) has vended senior unsecured notes worth $750 million. The notes ...
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August 10, 2012
It's been a bad day for the market after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is down 0.2%; the S&P 500 has slipped ...
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August 10, 2012
AdvisorShares, one of the largest issuers of active ETFs, made another addition to its lineup this week with the ...
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August 09, 2012
The morning has been bad for the market. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.1%; the S&P 500 has decreased 0.2%; and the Dow is ...
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August 09, 2012
AdvisorShares, the Maryland-based ETF issuer best known for its impressive lineup of active funds, announced the ...
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August 09, 2012
The Nasdaq has risen 0.2%, the S&P 500 is trading up 0.1% and the Dow has remained steady this morning. Also known ...
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August 09, 2012
The financial crash of 2008 has forever changed the way investors approach the market. After seeing bottom-line ...
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August 08, 2012
Apartment Investment & Management Co. (AIV) or Aimco as the real estate investment trust (REIT) is popularly known, ...
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August 08, 2012
Due to risk in the market and extreme stock volatility over the past few years, many investors seek more stability ...
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August 08, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has climbed 0.1%; the S&P 500 has risen 0.2%; ...
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August 08, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq has moved up 0.1%; the S&P 500 has climbed ...
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August 07, 2012
The market is currently up, with the Nasdaq up 0.8%, the S&P 500 rising 0.7% and the Dow climbing 0.6%. The ...
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August 06, 2012
Basking after a good second-quarter performance, late last week American International Group Inc. (AIG) announced ...
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August 06, 2012
The market is having a good day so far: the Nasdaq has risen 1%; the S&P 500 has increased 0.5%; and the Dow has ...
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August 03, 2012
FTI Consulting Inc.'s (FCN) reported second quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 60 cents per share, which ...
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August 03, 2012
Meritor Inc. (MTOR) posted a 27% rise in earnings to 38 cents per share in the third quarter of its fiscal year ...
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August 03, 2012
American International Group Inc. (AIG) reported second-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.06, ...
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August 03, 2012
The Nasdaq is trading up 2.2%, the S&P 500 has increased 2% and the Dow has climbed 1.8% on a good day for the ...
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August 03, 2012
Apartment Investment & Management Co. (AIV) or Aimco as the real estate investment trust (REIT) is popularly known, ...
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August 02, 2012
American International Group Inc (NYSE:AIG) announced its results for the most recent quarter on August 2, 2012. ...
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August 02, 2012
MetLife Inc. (MET) reported second-quarter 2012 operating earnings per share of $1.33, smoothly outpacing both the ...
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August 02, 2012
Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) reported second-quarter 2012 operating earnings of $119.0 million or 23 ...
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August 02, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq is down 0.4%; the S&P 500 is trading down 0.8%; and the Dow has ...
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August 02, 2012
Saia Inc. (SAIA) has delivered four straight positive earnings surprises that helped its stock price soar nearly ...
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August 01, 2012
In an effort to provide enhanced services to its clients, SunAmerica Financial Group, Inc, a subsidiary of American ...
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August 01, 2012
American Capital Ltd. (ACAS) reported second quarter 2012 operating income of 58 cents per share, topping the Zacks ...
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July 31, 2012
Navigant Consulting Inc. (NCI) reported second-quarter 2012 adjusted earnings per share of 21 cents, flat year over ...
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July 30, 2012
On Thursday, August 2, 2012, American Intl Group (NYSE:AIG) will announce its second quarter earnings. The consensus ...
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July 30, 2012
CRA International Inc. (CRAI) continued its bad run with its second quarter 2012 also falling way below the ...
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July 27, 2012
Torchmark Corp. (TMK) reported second-quarter 2012 net operating income of $1.30 per share, up 19.3% year over year. ...
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July 27, 2012
The market has been doing well after the morning's trading. The Nasdaq is trading up 1.4%; the S&P 500 has increased ...
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July 27, 2012
Triumph Group Inc. (TGI) reported encouraging results for the first quarter of 2013 on July 26, 2012. Earnings per ...
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July 26, 2012
AvalonBay Communities Inc. (AVB), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported funds from operations (FFO) of ...
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July 25, 2012
Lorillard Inc. (LO) delivered second quarter of 2012 adjusted earnings (exclude expenses incurred in conjunction ...
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July 25, 2012
Daimler AG (DDAIF) reported an 11% fall in earnings to €1,515 million ($1,833.0 million) or €1.34 ($1.62) per share ...
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July 25, 2012
This morning's trading has marked a bad day for the market so far. The Nasdaq has slipped 0.7%; the S&P 500 is down ...
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July 25, 2012
Air Methods Corporation (AIRM) has delivered positive earnings surprises for four straight quarters with an average ...
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July 24, 2012
Leading cigarette maker, Reynolds American Inc. (RAI) delivered adjusted earnings of 79 cents per share in the ...
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July 24, 2012
Altria Group Inc. (MO) delivered earnings of 59 cents per share in the second quarter of 2012. The earnings ...
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July 24, 2012
PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) reported a profit of 83 cents per share in the second quarter of the year, beating the Zacks ...
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July 24, 2012
Reynolds American (NYSE:RAI) announced its results for the second quarter on July 24, 2012. Reynolds American ...
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July 23, 2012
PACCAR Inc. (PCAR) would release its results for the second quarter of 2012 before the market opens on July 24. The ...
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July 23, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has declined 1.9%; the S&P 500 has decreased 1.3%; and the Dow has ...
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July 23, 2012
Autoliv Inc. (ALV) saw a 14% fall in profits to $1.33 per share in the second quarter of the year from $1.54 in the ...
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July 23, 2012
ETFs have found their way into countless portfolios as investors of all walks have embraced this product structure ...
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July 20, 2012
Navistar International Corporation (NAV) announced its plan to launch the next-generation clean engine system - ...
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July 20, 2012
The market is having a bad day so far: the Nasdaq has decreased 0.7%; the S&P 500 has declined 0.7%; and the Dow is ...
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July 20, 2012
Reynolds American (NYSE:RAI) will release its second quarter results on Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Analysts are ...
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July 19, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) witnessed a 35% boost in adjusted earnings per share to 66 cents in the second quarter of 2012 ...
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July 18, 2012
The market is doing well so far today. The Nasdaq is up 1.2%; the S&P 500 is trading up 0.6%; and the Dow has ...
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July 18, 2012
The market is on the rise this morning. The Nasdaq is trading up 1.2%; the S&P 500 has increased 0.6%; and the Dow ...
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July 18, 2012
W.W. Grainger, Inc. (GWW) reported record earnings per share (EPS) for the second quarter 2012, which increased 18% ...
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July 18, 2012
On July 17, 2012, AAR Corp. (AIR) posted its fiscal fourth-quarter 2012 (ending May 31, 2012) financial results. The ...
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July 17, 2012
Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) has announced its pre-tax current accident year catastrophe (CAT) loss ...
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July 17, 2012
In a positive turn of events, the Federal Reserve (Fed) returned $5.0 billion to American International Group Inc. ...
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July 17, 2012
W.W. Grainger (GWW) is scheduled to announce its second quarter fiscal 2012 results on July 18, 2012. The current ...
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July 16, 2012
Rating agency A.M.Best has conferred a rating of "a-" on senior debt, "bbb+" on subordinated debt and "bbb" on ...
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July 16, 2012
According to Reuters, Fitch Ratings has lowered the long-term debt rating and senior unsecured notes rating of ...
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July 13, 2012
According to Reuters, Standard & Poor's (S&P) Ratings Services has downgraded the corporate credit rating of ...
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July 13, 2012
Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) has achieved the tenth consecutive quarter of growth in earnings per share by reporting ...
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July 13, 2012
Parker Hannifin Corporation (PH) has been assiduously expanding its market share, especially in the emerging ...
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July 13, 2012
Volkswagen AG (VLKAY) and sports car manufacturer Porsche Automobil Holding SE have announced their plans to set up ...
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July 13, 2012
This week shaped out to be quite dismal for equity markets as investors were reminded of looming eurozone debt drama ...
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July 12, 2012
Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is scheduled to report its second quarter 2012 results before the market opens on July ...
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July 12, 2012
The U.S. Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) industry continued its bull run in the first half of 2012, driven by ...
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July 12, 2012
Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG) remains focused on divesting non-core businesses and adopting measures ...
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July 12, 2012
The U.S. Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) industry continued its bull run in the first half of 2012, driven by ...
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July 12, 2012
In order to restructure its business in the wake of a sluggish business environment and macro uncertainty, FTI ...
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July 11, 2012
Property and casualty insurer, Chubb Corp. (CB) expects a loss in the range of $200 million to $240 million on ...
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July 11, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Assurant Inc. (AIZ) as we remain concerned about the micro as well ...
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July 11, 2012
The Nasdaq has decreased 0.5%, the S&P 500 has remained steady and the Dow has declined 0.2% so far today. The ...
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July 10, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Chubb Corp. (CB) prior to its second-quarter results, scheduled for ...
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July 10, 2012
We are reiterating our Neutral recommendation on Chubb Corp. (CB) prior to its second-quarter results, scheduled for ...
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July 10, 2012
Industrial activity is still positive, but coal and grain isn't a striking bargain.
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July 09, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) witnessed an outstanding performance in new vehicle sales in June 2012 compared with the ...
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July 09, 2012
Last week, American International Group Inc. (AIG) sued the US Federal Reserve regarding net overpaid taxes and ...
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July 06, 2012
As a part of its yearly review exercise, rating agency Moody's has confirmed the insurer financial strength ("IFS") ...
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July 06, 2012
The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (HAIN) offers a healthy investment opportunity for momentum investors even in a ...
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July 05, 2012
Light vehicle sales in the U.S. during June showed a marked recovery, approaching pre-recession levels amid a weak ...
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July 05, 2012
Stocks in the Consumer Staples sector have carried out their traditional defensive role despite concerns about the ...
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July 05, 2012
Stocks in the Consumer Staples sector have carried out their traditional defensive role despite concerns about the ...
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July 03, 2012
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a proposal to supervise and regulate derivative trades ...
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July 02, 2012
According to Reuters, Toyota Motor Corporation (TM) is hopeful that its redesigned ES 350 sedan will boost the sales ...
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June 29, 2012
UDR Inc. (UDR), a leading multifamily real estate investment trust (REIT), has recently completed the sale of 15 ...
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June 29, 2012
According to a report from Thomson Reuters, American International Group Inc. (AIG) recently vended off senior ...
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June 29, 2012
As per media sources, Standard & Poor's Ratings Services ("S&P") confirmed its long-term financial strength rating ...
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June 29, 2012
The Nasdaq has risen 2.4%, the S&P 500 has moved up 1.9% and the Dow is trading up 1.7% on a good day for the market ...
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June 28, 2012
Going along with its asset-divestment strategy, American International Group Inc. (AIG) has agreed to vend two of ...
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June 28, 2012
Ford Motor Co.'s F) 2013 Ford Taurus has been certified as the class leading in large sedan city and highway fuel ...
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June 28, 2012
After a bad morning, the Nasdaq is down 1.5%, the S&P 500 has slipped 0.9% and the Dow has decreased 1%. Most stocks ...
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June 28, 2012
The market has been slipping so far today. The Nasdaq has declined 1.5%; the S&P 500 has decreased 0.9%; and the Dow ...
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June 28, 2012
Buoyed by impressive third-quarter 2012 results and an optimistic outlook, we have adopted a bullish stance on The ...
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June 28, 2012
A leader in natural food and personal care products with an array of well-known brands, Hain Celestial Group (HAIN) ...
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June 27, 2012
On Tuesday, Fitch Ratings lifted its outlook on American Capital, Ltd. (ACAS) to 'Positive' from 'Stable' as part of ...
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June 27, 2012
Improving economic conditions and rising rent rates are helping push high dividends even higher.
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June 26, 2012
New York, June 26th (TradersHuddle.com) - Following are some of the new analyst ratings before the market open. ...
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June 26, 2012
In an effort to boost its subscription finance business and take advantage of the deleveraging activities of the ...
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June 26, 2012
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top-10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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June 26, 2012
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top-10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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June 26, 2012
The auto industry is highly concentrated. The top-10 global automakers account for roughly 80% of the worldwide ...
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June 21, 2012
Apartment Investment and Management Company (AIV), or Aimco, as the real estate investment trust (REIT) is popularly ...
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June 21, 2012
Huntington Asset Advisors has joined the ETF world with its new family of ETFs, the Huntington Strategy Shares. In ...
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June 19, 2012
Assurant Inc. (AIZ) announced its 2012 comprehensive catastrophe (CAT) reinsurance program. A reinsurance agreement ...
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June 19, 2012
In an effort to penetrate further into the surety insurance line of business, property and casualty insurer, Tower ...
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June 18, 2012
Fitch Ratings reiterated Issuer Default Rating ("IDR") at 'A+' of The Travelers Companies Inc. (TRV). Concurrently, ...
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June 18, 2012
Tenneco Inc. (TEN) has announced the launch of its ride control business for Ford Motor Co.'s F) new 2013 Escape. ...
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June 18, 2012
Earlier this week, AAR Corp. (AIR) declared its decision to buy-back shares of up to $50 million from its shares ...
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June 18, 2012
Saia Inc. (SAIA), a regional trucker, is a triple threat. This Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) is a value stock with a ...
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June 15, 2012
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York ("Fed") recently announced the sale of American International Group's (AIG) ...
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June 14, 2012
A.M. Best reiterated the issuer credit ratings ("ICR") and senior debt ratings of "a" of ACE Limited (ACE) and ACE ...
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June 14, 2012
Income-minded investors may find ManTech's current dividend yield of 3.6% appealing, but budget cutbacks in the ...
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June 14, 2012
We have upgraded our recommendation on AAR Corp. (AIR) from Underperform to Neutral based on the company's strong ...
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June 13, 2012
We have downgraded our long-term recommendation on Navistar International Corporation (NAV) to "Underperform". The ...
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June 13, 2012
As a part of its yearly review exercise, rating agency A.M. Best affirmed the financial strength ratings ("FSR") and ...
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June 12, 2012
W.W. Grainger (GWW) delivered year-over-year sales growth of 13% in May 2012. This represents an improvement from a ...
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June 12, 2012
FTI Consulting, Inc (FCN) recently announced that its board of directors has approved a two-year share repurchase ...
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June 07, 2012
U.S. saw a strong 18% growth in sales to seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of 13.8 million units in May from ...
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June 07, 2012
Based in Wayne, Pennsylvania, Triumph Group, Inc. (TGI) recently issued a public offering of 4,666,116 shares of its ...
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June 07, 2012
Navistar International Corporation (NAV) reported a loss of $137 million or $1.99 per share (excluding special ...
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June 06, 2012
AutoNation Inc. (AN) recorded a significant rise in new vehicles sales in May 2012. Sales for the month surged 45% ...
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June 05, 2012
XL is a different company now, but still needs a better ROE to be a long-term winner.
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June 04, 2012
With China's growth stalling, the country has begun plans for new stimulus measures. The first of which is a program ...
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June 04, 2012
To this point, May has been the worst month of 2012 for U.S. stocks, but the first day of June now has the dubious ...
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June 02, 2012
In order to reach a settlement for the shortchanging of workers' compensation pool, American International Group ...
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June 02, 2012
Premier manufacturer of industrial products and equipment, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) recently declared an ...
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June 02, 2012
Daimler AG's (DDAIF)'s Mercedes-Benz division has decided to cut bus and truck output in Brazil on the back of poor ...
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May 31, 2012
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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May 24, 2012
New York, May 24th (TradersHuddle.com) - Shares of American International Group, Inc. (NYSE:AIG) ended the trading ...
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May 23, 2012
As we continue to grapple with increasing energy demands, innovative technology like LEDs are helping us find solutions.
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May 16, 2012
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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May 15, 2012
We reiterate our Neutral recommendation on NCI Building Systems Inc. (NCS). Our recommendation on NCI Building ...
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May 15, 2012
Saia Inc. (SAIA) shares have soared nearly 78% in the last 6 months, as this trucking company hitches up to the ...
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May 15, 2012
AAR Corporation (AIR) - Bear of the Day
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May 12, 2012
Have you ever noticed that almost every ETF that frames itself as a value play sort of looks just like the next ...
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May 10, 2012
In September 2010, The Andersons saw a huge increase in its earnings per share, thanks to rising ethanol prices. ...
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May 09, 2012
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks #1 Rank ("strong buy") List today:
Altra Holdings (AIMC)
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May 08, 2012
Chicago, IL - May 8, 2012 - Stocks in this week's article include Heartland Payment Systems, Inc. (NYSE: HPY), NCR ...
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May 07, 2012
Basking after a good first-quarter performance, yesterday American International Group Inc. (AIG) announced the US ...
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May 07, 2012
Last week, AAR Corp (AIR) announced that it received an approval from Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ...
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May 07, 2012
U.S. saw sluggish 2.3% growth in light vehicle sales in April 2012, to 1.18 million units from 1.16 million units in ...
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May 04, 2012
AIG Beats on Improved Operations - Analyst Blog
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May 04, 2012
Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day Highlights: Honeywell International, AAR, Capital One Financial, HSBC Holdings Plc ...
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May 03, 2012
Weak 1Q for Hartford - Analyst Blog
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May 03, 2012
Triumph Posts Solid 4Q - Analyst Blog
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May 03, 2012
Prudential Misses EPS, Revs Up - Analyst Blog
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May 02, 2012
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Barclays Capital, Deutsche Bank, American International Group, BlackRock and ...
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May 02, 2012
Navigant Posts Strong 1Q - Analyst Blog
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May 02, 2012
Disappointing 1Q for CRAI (revised) - Analyst Blog
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May 02, 2012
In Part Two of our conversation with Adam Patti, the CEO of IndexIQ talks about his firm’s mutual fund and ...
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May 02, 2012
American Capital Lags Estimates - Analyst Blog
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May 01, 2012
Tenneco Misses, Profits Rise Modestly - Analyst Blog
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May 01, 2012
Disappointing 1Q for CRAI - Analyst Blog
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May 01, 2012
IndexIQ’s ETFs give retail investors exposure to institutional-class asset categories, explains CEO Adam ...
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April 30, 2012
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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April 27, 2012
Organic and natural foods aren't just for hippies and nutrition fanatics
anymore. As healthy eating goes ...
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April 24, 2012
Four stocks in the wholesale equipment sector that have shown strength, both fundamentally and technically, are ...
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April 17, 2012
Most of the biggest players in the Tabacco industry will be reporting their quarterly results in the coming days. ...
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March 23, 2012
Check out five high-beta stocks that can help make your portfolio more exciting.
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March 23, 2012
Four new ETFs that offer new and exciting opportunities to investors.
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March 23, 2012
When bad things happen to good funds, look at that as time to buy, writes Richard Moroney of The Turnaround ...
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March 22, 2012
Banks are starting all over again looking to grow dividend payouts.
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March 21, 2012
Several prominent S&P 500 stocks haven’t been bid up to technically overbought conditions in the recent ...
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March 13, 2012
If you're looking for cutting-edge companies that have a chance to triple or quadruple in the coming months and ...
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March 02, 2012
Louis Navellier reviews the top dividend-paying stocks in his portfolio, which has an overall yield of over 4%. ...
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March 01, 2012
As the markets begin to stabilize and climb, companies that have sizable portfolios—like insurance ...
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February 29, 2012
Alternative strategies can ease volatility and add juice to a portfolio
in various market cycles, says fund ...
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February 29, 2012
The market seems to overestimate how much CACI business is at risk.
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February 28, 2012
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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February 15, 2012
This micro-cap has had its ups and downs since going independent. Things are going well now making its stock a great ...
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February 14, 2012
For the first time since 2007, investors have multiple ways to succeed
this year. Understanding how the lingering ...
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February 14, 2012
Tobacco stocks may not be the most popular products in the eyes of many, but their stocks’ growth and ...
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February 13, 2012
Check out five high-beta stocks that can help make your portfolio more exciting.
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February 08, 2012
Triumph Group reported strong Q3 earnings, partly thanks to its Vought holdings, and with stock near an all-time ...
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February 07, 2012
The tobacco industry has been one of the top performing sectors over the last decade.
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January 31, 2012
Altria is a profitable run-off company.
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January 17, 2012
Analysts predict that Germany's exports and internal consumption will allow the nation to sustain economic growth ...
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January 10, 2012
Bank warrants are a lucrative way to make a bet that U.S. financials will once again be respected by the investing ...
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January 09, 2012
Check out five high-beta stocks that can help make your portfolio more exciting.
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January 09, 2012
It appears the trend in apartment rentals will continue. Here are four REITs to play the rental sector.
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January 04, 2012
While a couple of these are perennial themes, you have a good opportunity to grab some good companies while the ...
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January 02, 2012
As the world economic growth begins to slow, some opportunities have risen for longer focused investors.
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December 28, 2011
If I had some money I was looking to put into play for the coming year, the following stocks are at the top of the ...
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December 28, 2011
2011 was a terrible year for these funds.
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December 27, 2011
The year in tobacco stocks.
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December 22, 2011
Dividend yield is the most important factor to use when evaluating investment opportunities, says London-based ...
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December 22, 2011
If Actuant can maintain modest growth, the stock is a bargain industrial play.
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December 21, 2011
An investor seeking to maximize returns will have to be patient during the turbulent ride.
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December 20, 2011
In a year when many high-profile investors made big bets on the markets that failed, this column got it right much ...
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December 02, 2011
These companies are growing steadily in sectors where we’ll see the next megatrends appear, writes Michael ...
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November 30, 2011
Most people who own annuities don’t really know what they own, and why they own it…other than the fact ...
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November 16, 2011
Huge yields are available in the tobacco field.
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November 09, 2011
China’s decision to phase-out incandescent bulbs is a huge win for the LED and energy efficient lighting industry.
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November 08, 2011
Prudential Financial offers solid annual stock return potential for shareholders.
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November 04, 2011
We combed through the S&P 500 to find 7 of the highest yielding stocks.
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October 31, 2011
Boeing's valuation is appealing, but the story is well known.
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October 27, 2011
Smart Balance just bought Glutino. We look at the reasons why it's a buy.
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October 18, 2011
Many U.S. banks are fighting the higher capital requirements under Basel III and argue that these rules will reduce ...
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October 17, 2011
Here are four companies that will be releasing their earnings on October 18.
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September 22, 2011
With college enrollment continuing to rise and inadequate on-campus student housing affecting many universities, ...
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September 14, 2011
Learn more about four undervalued stocks that are going overlooked.
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September 14, 2011
Here are four companies that will be releasing their earnings on September 15.
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September 08, 2011
A timeline of three proposed buyouts of Transatlantic Holdings.
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September 01, 2011
Learn more about four companies that have managed impressive operating cash flow amid August's unstable markets.
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August 25, 2011
It may seem ironic that the largest military in the world would be one of the most enthusiastic advocates of ...
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August 22, 2011
CACI looks cheap, but federal budget pressures will weigh for years.
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August 19, 2011
There are some great harbors in these storms for investors counting on steady streams of solid income, writes Neil ...
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August 19, 2011
Joe Pitzl and Jason Good say retail investors can benefit from some exposure to large caps, including global stocks. ...
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August 19, 2011
Selling options in the current environment promotes flexibility, allows the trader to better withstand volatility in ...
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August 14, 2011
Some very successful investors are described as contrarians, but it’s dangerous to think being contrary is the ...
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August 12, 2011
Dividend payers will be back in vogue after this sell-off, so it’s a good idea to find solid funds now and get ...
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August 11, 2011
Are these companies on a downward spiral or gearing up for a rebound?
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August 10, 2011
With the recent market maelstrom, investors have once again begun the flight to quality. Adding a dose of ...
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August 10, 2011
Bank of America is not without its problems. But under the helm of CEO Moynihan, the company is working quickly to ...
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August 10, 2011
Berkshire makes an odd bid for an in-play reinsurance giant.
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August 10, 2011
Stocks continue to fall, making RAI's $2.12 annual dividend that much more appetizing.
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July 29, 2011
It’s challenging to predict ahead of time whether a fund will be able to deliver the goods after it changes ...
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July 22, 2011
These ground transportation names are showing solid chart action, and several are worth watching as they get ready ...
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July 13, 2011
Alcoa is in the middle of a tug-of-war between costs and pricing power.
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July 13, 2011
Fastenal's growth suggests the manufacturing slowdown is not so bad yet.
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July 13, 2011
In today's interview, Craig Hillegas of Hillegas
Advisory Services tells Kate Stalter how, over the longer term, ...
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July 07, 2011
With sales beginning to return in the developed world and emerging market demand just getting started, the global ...
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June 21, 2011
With the Greek debt drama continuing to unfold, investors are concerned about big name U.S. banks' exposure.
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June 21, 2011
Learn which stocks are poised to grow from the increasing need for computer network security.
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June 03, 2011
Investors have flocked to rental REITs as more people have been forced into renting as a result of the housing crisis.
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May 27, 2011
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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May 19, 2011
Business development company Ares Capital is a great investment for income investors interested in an equity kicker. ...
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May 18, 2011
The LED lighting segment is poised to grow exponentially in the future as we seek new energy-efficient solutions.
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May 06, 2011
The apartment REIT sector has been outperforming, even as the housing market continues to struggle.
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May 03, 2011
Adding high-beta stocks can lead to higher returns. Check out the highest beta stocks currently in the S&P500.
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May 03, 2011
Like REITS and MLPs, business development companies (BDCs) offer high yields and potential diversification benefits ...
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May 02, 2011
The S&P's biggest losers suffered mostly from failing to meet analysts' expectations.
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May 02, 2011
See the best and worst performing S&P 500 stocks from April 2011.
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April 18, 2011
Investors can cash in on rising rents.
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April 18, 2011
Ireland-based cement maker CRH's stock languishes, as the woeful cement industry hold it back.
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April 15, 2011
Here are five stocks with dividend yields over 4% with a solid company behind them.
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April 11, 2011
Fuel price shocks will ground faltering airline stocks.
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April 08, 2011
Cigarettes are bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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April 04, 2011
The biggest losers in the S&P 500 this past quarter came mostly from the financial and technology sectors.
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April 04, 2011
SRA was widely expected to get a bid, but it remains to be seen whether investors will warm to the government IT ...
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March 25, 2011
Demand elasticity is the ultimate measure of how consumer shopping patterns will change with economic conditions.
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March 24, 2011
St. Joe's stock has not significantly jumped in recent months, yet investors are seeing future potential in the real ...
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March 21, 2011
Business development company THL Credit is a spin-off of private equity giant Thomas H. Lee Partners. Find out why ...
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March 09, 2011
Despite its fiscal woes, Ireland' tech story could ultimately become its saving grace.
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March 07, 2011
As the economy continues to improve, so will the returns of the railroad operators.
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March 04, 2011
We take a peek at some of Icahn Capital LP's holdings to see what positions Carl Icahn has added to.
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March 01, 2011
Applied is a high-quality, undervalued tech stock, but the unpredictability of its basic business means it may stay ...
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February 15, 2011
MetLife's fourth quarter results suggest that the domestic business has fully recovered from the credit crisis.
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February 07, 2011
We combed through the S&P 500 to find 7 of the highest yielding stocks.
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January 31, 2011
Are these companies on a downward spiral or gearing up for a rebound?
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January 24, 2011
The airline industry's "here today, gone tomorrow" cycle has deterred many investors from truly comitting, but ...
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January 11, 2011
Stocks that consistently pay sizable dividends offer important advantages to individual investors. Here are five ...
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January 07, 2011
Some of the best-performing stocks in the S&P 500 in 2010 were all but counted out at the peak of the financial crisis.
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January 05, 2011
U.S. automakers showed increased sales, with GM leading the way.
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January 03, 2011
See the best and worst performing S&P 500 stocks from December 2010.
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December 30, 2010
The Property and Casualty industry reported improved financial performance in the first nine months of 2010.
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December 28, 2010
It was a mixed-bag performance for cigarette makers in 2010.
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December 27, 2010
While 2010 was a good performance year for airlines, the industry will always be in a price war. And without ...
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December 27, 2010
Thanks to record low interest rates, an easier corporate lending environment and corporate cash coffers swelling, ...
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December 24, 2010
2010 was a wild year for banking around the world, and has set the table for an interesting 2011.
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December 17, 2010
When a stock has increasing short interest, investors should watch for news that might explain the surge.
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December 17, 2010
A below-the-radar aerospace supplier is profiting from the recovery in travel.
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December 14, 2010
With stocks continuing to enjoy a year end December rally, it will be interesting to see how active investors remain ...
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December 10, 2010
Rail traffic continues to show a steady slow-growth recovery.
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December 09, 2010
Casey's stock has appeal, as long as the company can continue to grow the bottom line in the double digits as it has ...
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November 30, 2010
These four names in this weeks 13D filings warrant a close watch.
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November 22, 2010
Applied Materials is a value stock in a sector that seldom appreciates value.
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November 10, 2010
13D filings should never be confused for due diligence on a company. Use these filings to navigate the market for ...
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November 09, 2010
Toyota's problems remain as slowing US sales highlight the damage done by the automaker's year of recalls.
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November 03, 2010
M&T buys the struggling Wilmington Trust and its lucrative fee-based businesses. Can MTB bring a shine back to this ...
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November 02, 2010
Wilmington’s quarter-end tangible book was $3.84 per share, well below the overall book value of $8.13 and right at ...
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November 02, 2010
With its recent developments, MetLife is worth a close look from investors.
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October 28, 2010
Ford needs to continue to execute proficiently in a still-difficult global environment for auto sales.
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October 26, 2010
Each week's 13D filings are a great way to navigate the market for profitable ideas. Find out who's making news this ...
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October 25, 2010
The combination of a low price-to-book, low P/E and decent dividend level suggests that Travelers' stock could see ...
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October 20, 2010
The Appleseed Fund is the best socially responsible investment fund over a three-year period. We'll look at some of ...
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October 08, 2010
Strong ISM numbers suggest a good quarter is in the cards for industrial suppliers.
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October 06, 2010
September, 2010 auto sales decreased from August, but increased when compared to last September's numbers.
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October 05, 2010
Themed portfolios can often exceed established ones in performance - and the lip balm portfolio is just one example.
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October 05, 2010
Despite September's strong performance, not all stocks were winners.
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October 01, 2010
While there is no secret formula for identifying the next possible takeover targets, you can often get some ...
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September 29, 2010
Sometimes deals aren't just about money. This particular one is about control and management too.
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September 29, 2010
The wonderful thing about buyouts is that the returns are completely independent of market performance.
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September 14, 2010
Allied Irish needs a healthy operating environment, and that looks to be a ways off.
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September 10, 2010
With the natural foods market still relatively small to conventional foods, it's tempting to bet on the continued ...
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September 09, 2010
We combed through the S&P 500 to find the top 10 highest yielding stocks.
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August 23, 2010
Stocks that consistently pay dividends can be a source of stability for individual investors. Here are five worth a ...
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August 09, 2010
Prudential's stock is still stuck below book value, and could be a good entry point for investors.
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August 03, 2010
MetLife's top-line and profit growth potential will improve markedly with ALICO.
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July 27, 2010
No matter where you look, loan growth is weak, but credit quality is slowly recovering.
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July 27, 2010
Ford had its fourth consecutive quarter of good results and is strongly positioned to forge ahead.
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July 23, 2010
A deeper look at Value Investor Seth Klarman's holdings, starting with Solar Capital.
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July 14, 2010
Fairholme has over 20% of its assets, over $3 billion, invested in the country's biggest financial names.
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July 13, 2010
Many firms that experienced a pullback in June continue to maintain their dividend policies.
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July 08, 2010
Airlines don't have to be a coin toss for investors, but making a good pick has more to do with geography than the ...
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July 06, 2010
The stock market may have had a terrible performance in June, but many stocks have defied the negative market trend.
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July 02, 2010
Does it pay to be bad? Tobacco is one of the sin stocks making a strong case.
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June 30, 2010
When the market slows down, small cap stocks are the answer. Here are three proven small cap picks that may just get ...
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June 21, 2010
Investors looking for income may want to take a look into the consumer goods sector.
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June 18, 2010
If you want to invest like a hippie, I have listed my top stocks to help you along your way.
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June 18, 2010
Here's a pack that pays better than 5% annually and trades with P/Es of less than 15.
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June 16, 2010
Key statistics for the airline industry are showing overall profit in 2010.
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June 04, 2010
As the natural foods industry grows, United Natural Foods is at the forefront to benefit.
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May 28, 2010
If you're looking to take advantage of air travel's revival, bigger isn't better - it's just less proven.
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May 26, 2010
Activist investors can greatly influence a company's stock price - but it's important to do your own research and ...
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May 24, 2010
Here are five stocks with dividend yields over 5% with a solid company behind them.
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May 21, 2010
Looking for returns in the alcohol and cigarette space could lead to big profits.
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May 21, 2010
As of the end of the first quarter of 2010, Fairholme was making a big bet. The move was not on one single company, ...
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May 20, 2010
If you can live with the higher risk, these are an excellent way for investors to generate a little additional income.
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May 13, 2010
It may be the opportune time for investors willing to take on a little bit more risk.
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May 07, 2010
The semiconductor industry will see highs and lows, sales are starting to increase as consumer demand creeps up.
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May 04, 2010
Is a lack of understanding of these 3 stocks causing some investors to miss the boat?
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May 04, 2010
The best-performing stocks in April, 2010 got on the list through the old fashioned method of higher-than-expected ...
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May 03, 2010
The potential for a further recovery from the financial crisis and a major global acquisition bode well for MetLife ...
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April 29, 2010
After a long run up, is Ford still a strong buy?
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April 28, 2010
Human nature compels people to undertake risky behavior, and it seems to have created a value opportunity with ...
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April 22, 2010
Some of the world's most successful investors - including Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch - use value investing for ...
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April 20, 2010
As a result of the recession, companies that support the air travel industry by supplying airport equipment have ...
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April 16, 2010
Many of these software-as-a-service stocks are incredibly overpriced. Here are some alternatives in other industries.
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April 14, 2010
March auto sales were up across the board, but were these numbers due to easy comps and heavy incentives laden?
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April 08, 2010
The purchase of ALICO puts MetLife in place to become a leading global life insurer.
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April 07, 2010
The best performing large capitalization stocks in March 2010 were a varied lot, find out who made the list.
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April 06, 2010
The tax rate on dividends could double for high bracket investors. That's could sink many high-yielding shares.
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April 06, 2010
Stocks that provided an optimistic outlook for 2010 and beyond got a boost from investors in March.
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March 18, 2010
Cigarettes may be bad for your health, but they're great for your portoflio.
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March 12, 2010
These giants offer investors a reasonable dividend and strong, dependable earnings.
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March 12, 2010
Dividend stocks could give you the steady stream of income whilt the market begins the turn around.
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March 10, 2010
Income investors should take a look at the tobacco sector for steady cash flows and large growing yields.
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March 09, 2010
Listed private equity firms have been burning up the market, but will their hot 1-year returns will continue?
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February 24, 2010
The 15% dividend tax comes to an end in 2010. If Obama doesn't extend it, what are the implications and who'll do ...
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February 23, 2010
Despite a terrible down cycle, FreightCar will one day again be selling more railcars as the industry improves.
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February 18, 2010
Earnings misses have dampened hopes for any near-term price gains in this space.
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February 09, 2010
The recent market correction indicates oversold conditions, creating bargains for investors again.
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February 04, 2010
MetLife should continue to see its fortunes improve as losses subside and demographics point to an aging population.
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February 03, 2010
Is the news media over-hyping the long-term impact of Toyota's recall? History and the numbers say yes.
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February 01, 2010
Ford reported its third consecutive quarter of positive earnings, and finished in the black for the first time in ...
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February 01, 2010
They may be at the end of the road - or just the beginning, if you're a short seller.
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February 01, 2010
Investors holding these five losers suffered major losses.
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January 26, 2010
Google delivered strong earnings, but Wall Street didn't initially care for the report.
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January 25, 2010
Investors looking to lose money should look no further than long-term positions in levered ETFs.
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January 12, 2010
This is one investment marker to be watched, as the new year opens.
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December 29, 2009
Little action in this sin stock group led to solid performances by the major cigarette makers in 2009.
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December 29, 2009
This market paid off for those who had the fortitude to invest.
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December 21, 2009
Throughout all the turmoil and strife of 2009, the auto-maker stocks managed to do the unthinkable: outperform every ...
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December 02, 2009
Dubai's troubles underscore the high-risk nature of real estate development.
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November 17, 2009
The long awaited property and casualty insurance hard market may be delayed just a little longer, as two surveys ...
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November 13, 2009
The sector is healthy – if you know where to look.
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November 13, 2009
Toyota and Ford recently reported encouraging earnings news, along with better outlooks. Are these improvements ...
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October 21, 2009
It's good to know these stocks because they're part of the market's newest leading style/cap group.
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October 07, 2009
We look at Forbes' list of top-paid female CEOs to see how they are compensated vs. comparable male CEOs.
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September 30, 2009
Despite having rallied over 60% from its lows of $14 a share, FreightCar America still looks like a worthwhile ...
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September 21, 2009
Auto sales are likely to disappoint for years to come.
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September 17, 2009
Philip Morris could be a good play if you are interested in the tobacco space and great dividends.
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September 15, 2009
The Department of Energy added a security provision to its smart grid grants, meaning big bucks for defense contractors.
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September 15, 2009
These insurance companies are showing good dividends right now, in a still-unstable market.
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September 14, 2009
Once a hot growth item, organic food sales growth is likely to remain subdued for the forseeable future.
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September 14, 2009
These health and money stocks could be a great addition to your portfolio.
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September 04, 2009
A review of the best performing stocks in August 2009 in the S&P 500 show that many financials recorded huge gains ...
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August 28, 2009
The dash for trash in the financial sector.
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August 19, 2009
Investors can take not of insurer who also offer a safe harbor for insurers after bouts of market volatility.
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August 18, 2009
4 high yield dividend stocks with solid outlooks.
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July 31, 2009
Ford has gained market share, is implementing cost reductions and is developing new products. Will it be enough?
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July 30, 2009
Airlines are finally comfortable being caught between a rock (the recession) and a hard place (high fuel costs).
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July 24, 2009
Investing in AIMCO is a highly contrarian bet, but this particular company has some unique advantages and holds ...
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July 23, 2009
Despite recent legislation, the government won't be putting the cigarette makers out of business anytime soon.
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July 14, 2009
Dean Foods recently announced a lower-priced "natural dairy" product to complement its organic brands. The organics ...
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July 14, 2009
Companies that pay a high dividend show their commitment to returning money to shareholders. Here we drill down into ...
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July 01, 2009
In order to be truly successful, value investors need to do their homework.
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June 29, 2009
Regulators are concerned about variable annuities. Should stockholders share in this conern?
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June 29, 2009
During hard times, some companies reduce advertising while others increase it. Which method is the most effective?
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June 22, 2009
The sideways market could mean that we're nearing a pullback. Grab some solid securities while you can.
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June 18, 2009
Not everyone agrees with the Federal Reserve's and the Treasury's recent involvement in the financial markets. ...
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June 12, 2009
When the tide rolled out on financials last year, it left investors with some fairly choice pickings.
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June 12, 2009
Allstate is a mixed bag right now; though they refused TARP money, they have exposure to mortgage-backed securities
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June 10, 2009
Aflac, the accident and health insurance company best known for its noisy duck on television, seems to be doing just ...
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June 09, 2009
Though the entire defense, energy and environmental industries are strong, SAIC stands out.
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June 03, 2009
Automakers are in trouble, yes. But they’re not all going out of business.
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May 22, 2009
Despite recent market gains, there are still 7% plus yields to be had from shares in some of the world's largest ...
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May 19, 2009
Insurance companies finally qualified for TARP bailout but now they may not want it. That's a good sign but some ...
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May 04, 2009
Daimler reported a massive loss for the quarter, joining in the parade of the automakers' earnings carnage.
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April 27, 2009
Philip Morris International is looking promsing given the stability of its business and sinfully-healthy growth ...
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April 24, 2009
A stock trading below $5 is usually a turn off for investors, but stocks trading under book value with a promising ...
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April 15, 2009
From the perspective of long-term value investing, we look at a five-pack of widely held/known stocks that have been ...
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April 10, 2009
Investors rejoiced at speculation that TARP will be extended to insurance companies, but TARP is not a panacea for ...
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April 08, 2009
Investing in the most valuable American brands operating globally has paid dividends this decade.
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April 07, 2009
Lorillard Tobacco Company looks promising to survive the current economic downturn, despite increasing cigarette taxes.
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April 06, 2009
If AIG is on your mind, consider these other insurance options before putting future rewards ahead of present risk.
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April 06, 2009
The best performing mid cap stocks in March were way up, but due to the power of the bear market, these stocks need ...
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March 31, 2009
The organic food business is expected to have a bad year, but there are still some promising investments.
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March 30, 2009
With Toyota about to announce its first annual loss, investors are wondering when the auto industry will turn itself ...
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March 16, 2009
Railcar companies have seen earnings protected by a strong backlog and seem to have discounted a downturn.
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March 13, 2009
Does one of the richest men in America need a helping hand?
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March 06, 2009
There are still a few companies that investors can count on for high dividend yields.
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March 05, 2009
As the recession continues the number of companies rated AAA gets smaller.
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March 03, 2009
Blackstone's healthy cash position should allow the company to pay its full dividend this year.
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February 25, 2009
Many companies happily bought back their own shares thinking that large cash holdings were a luxury, but are they ...
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February 25, 2009
As insurance companies go the way of the banks, even Warren Buffett suffers.
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February 24, 2009
This company should be able to help its investors ride out prolonged, worldwide economic turmoil.
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February 23, 2009
Sin stocks may not always be a safe haven during troubling times. However, that doesn't mean they should be forgotten.
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February 19, 2009
The restructuring plan offered by General Motors is a good start to survive the recession and credit crisis, but ...
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February 16, 2009
Another financial bailout; same expected results.
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January 22, 2009
Philip Morris International combines favorable long-term prospects with significant downside protection in the ...
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January 19, 2009
Ireland has just nationalized one of its largest banks. Could the U.S. government do likewise?
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January 13, 2009
Screening for sin stocks that are expecting positive earnings in '09 turns up some wicked picks.
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January 06, 2009
Despite the downturn, 2008 wasn't all doom and gloom in the stock market.
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November 10, 2008
Ford's Q3 was even more dismal than expected with the company facing still weaker sales and burning through cash.
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November 05, 2008
ICICI Bank has managed to stay profitable, but bank is still seeing pressure from the global credit crisis.
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October 31, 2008
Workstream stock jumped more than 100% the day news broke it would be delisted from the Nasdaq, and it's not the ...
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October 28, 2008
Insurance companies are feeling more cautious about the risks involved with underwriting. Consumers can expect ...
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October 23, 2008
We go beyond the numbers to dissect what's really happening at General Dynamics, Merck and Reynolds American.
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October 22, 2008
Forced selling and a commodity downdraft have this high-quality steel operator trading at a shocking valuation.
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October 22, 2008
ING's capital injection lacked the urgency of other firms going after government investment.
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October 17, 2008
Learn why this consulting firm flourishes during tough economic times.
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October 14, 2008
Stocks in the news include Johnson Controls, Heidrick & Struggles International and Daimler AG.
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October 13, 2008
The forward P/E ratio can unearth long-term value plays that other investors miss. We examine three stocks worth a ...
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October 10, 2008
Inspired by time traveling cop drama "Life on Mars" we draw some interesting parallels between 1973 and the present ...
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October 09, 2008
We look at several companies that investors should consider stashing some cash in while waiting for the market to ...
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October 08, 2008
The market has taken down stocks of all caliber, and these formerly sturdy blue chip stocks are due another look as ...
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October 07, 2008
The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act was supposed to stabilize to the markets and usher in a new age of peace ...
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October 03, 2008
Earnings miss Street expectations as finance litigation slows down.
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October 03, 2008
Alaskan crab fisherman may have to take a backseat to stock picker as the country's deadliest job this week. ...
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October 02, 2008
Hartford Financial, and the rest of the insurance sector, is down after credit concerns arose.
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September 30, 2008
We examine why the government has decided to save some banks while letting others fail and what this means to investors.
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September 29, 2008
We examine how the severe market environment is impacting this provider of market info.
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September 29, 2008
Never before in U.S. history has there been such an outpouring of generosity for failed businesses. Let the ...
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September 29, 2008
Add a little efficiency and diversity to your portfolio with this list of top German equities.
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September 24, 2008
Credit default swaps are next on the hit list, but remember the top players - JPMorgan, Citi and Bank of America - ...
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September 23, 2008
Lennar's earnings report and macro data from the government give little confirming evidence of any rebound in the ...
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September 22, 2008
On top of slumping trading volumes, the online brokers now face significant client withdrawals. That's a storm of ...
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September 16, 2008
A look at five of the most active stocks in the market by midday, with a focus on embattled AIG.
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September 04, 2008
Stocks trading at low P/B ratios can be undervalued bargains. We explore five stocks that fit the bill with a focus ...
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September 03, 2008
Let the Dogs of the Dow strategy point you to potential winners. This week's best of breed is DuPont.
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September 03, 2008
There's more than one way to skin a market - short sales let you profit from a downward slide. This week features ...
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September 02, 2008
Durable goods orders data makes for a quick headline, but the real value for investors, however, is only unlocked by ...
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August 27, 2008
The Dogs of the Dow strategy involves buying the index's highest yielding stocks and waiting for their prices to ...
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August 27, 2008
AIG was once the buy-and-forget champion of the insurance sector. Now the question is whether it can survive.
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August 21, 2008
Every investor dreams of a hitting one out of the park. We pitch five potential homers your way with a focus on ...
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August 19, 2008
The Dogs of the Dow strategy involves buying the index's highest yielding stocks and waiting for their prices to go ...
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August 15, 2008
Texas Pacific Group has a big stake in Washington Mutual. Investors should evaluate their risk tolerance before ...
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August 14, 2008
If your portfolio could use some downside protection, check out our dividend darling list. This week features media ...
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August 11, 2008
The Dogs of the Dow strategy involves buying the index's highest yielding stocks and waiting for their prices to go ...
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August 07, 2008
Aflac is quacking its way into NASCAR and into the subconscious of millions of potential customers. Investors should ...
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July 22, 2008
Surprise, Surprise. The national banks posted another round of brutal numbers. The sector's real strength lies in ...
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July 18, 2008
When the going gets tough, it seems the tough hire a consultant. FTI Consulting is seeing increased demand for its ...
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July 11, 2008
Shariah compliant investments have social and financial rewards.
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July 09, 2008
An analysis of Dubai International Capital's holdings shows investors the value of a long term outlook.
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July 08, 2008
Lifestyle company Gaiam has been swarmed by short sellers, but investors willing to keep an open mind will find a ...
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July 07, 2008
There's more than one way to skin a market - short sales let you profit from a downward slide. This week features USG.
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July 04, 2008
Despite the housing sector's crisis, there is value to be had. We examine five REIT ETFs that add diversity to an ...
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June 16, 2008
AIG axed CEO Martin Sullivan and his puffed-up predictions. This should help AIG restructure itself and regain ...
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June 04, 2008
Can Carrie, Samantha and Big guide you to great portfolio returns? We create an index based on product placements ...
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May 22, 2008
Examine three obscure funds that should do well whichever direction the U.S. market moves.
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May 20, 2008
Weekly commentary on some of the biggest bears in the market. This week features Evercore Partners.
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May 20, 2008
Residential housing starts jumped 8.2%, but the gains came from apartment construction not single-family homes. ...
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May 20, 2008
Calling a bottom for the financial sector is near impossible; luckily, global insurers like AXA Group make it ...
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May 13, 2008
Weekly commentary on some of the biggest bears in the market. This week features Washington Mutual.
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April 29, 2008
There are only 12 women CEOs in the Fortune 500, but this small group is producing big returns for shareholders.
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April 28, 2008
Weekly commentary on some of the biggest bears in the market. This week features the airline industry.
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April 23, 2008
Harley put the brakes on its 2008 forecast and announced layoffs. Investors are left with little to hope for from ...
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April 15, 2008
With recent declines in airline stocks, we could be on the verge of merger mania. That means there are bargains to ...
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April 10, 2008
American Airlines continues to cancel flights as troubles take off for the industry. Bad PR is a problem, but oil ...
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April 07, 2008
Friday's Employment report was bad and the media made it worse. But the market didn't fall, and smart investors are ...
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March 04, 2008
CEO Martin Sullivan said AIG was in 'unchartered waters' to excuse an $11 billion write-down. Blame the ...
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February 14, 2008
Buffet is insuring $800 billion. J.P. Morgan saved the Treasury in a similar move 100 years ago, but Buffett may be ...
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February 11, 2008
Sales growth for natural food is slowing, but Hain appears to have the winning formula to survive.
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February 08, 2008
The insurer had a solid quarter that beat expectations. With its minimal subprime exposure, Metlife looks undervalued.
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November 20, 2007
AIG has continued to be knocked down, but may rebound if the company's write downs never materialize into actual losses.
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November 09, 2007
After years of leading automotive fuel cell charge, Ballard Power has pulled out of the business - bleak news for ...
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September 14, 2007
We examine three giants of European investment banking as they attempt to move beyond their borders.
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August 30, 2007
A look at some of the major victims of the subprime fallout, and the possible opportunities within them.
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August 15, 2007
AIG is reassuring investors that its positioning and cash will help cushion any subprime problems.
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June 12, 2007
Some say the markets are ripe for a correction. Add these holding companies to make sure you aren't left behind.
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May 17, 2007
Railroad stocks are losing popularity. Is FreightCar America worth your consideration?
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May 08, 2007
Delta has emerged from bankruptcy, but don't buy the hype -- or the stock.
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April 02, 2007
CRA International is a n interesting play on the increased regulatory environment brought about by the SEC, Sarb-Ox, ...
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March 26, 2007
An interesting look at the effects the Altria-Kraft spin-off could bring to the major stock market indices.
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March 23, 2007
A look at AIG and the factors that will hinder its future growth.
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March 23, 2007
Bermuda based ACE Ltd is a $13 billion property and casualty insurance company that is returning to form after heavy ...
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March 23, 2007
A look at three major insurance companies.
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March 22, 2007
Apollo Investments is a Business Development Company (BDC) that gives investors another alternative to getting ...
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March 21, 2007
FedEx's warnings appear to be not bad, but digging deeper into the numbers reveals a different story.
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March 16, 2007
As the legal environment improves for tobacco product sellers, the business environment improves for their suppliers.
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March 09, 2007
A look at the relatively unique advantages of an investment in off-shore financial services firm AIB.
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January 26, 2007
A look at some of the market's big winners and losers for the week of January 22nd.
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January 19, 2007
A look at some of the market's big winners and losers for the week of January 15th.
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November 03, 2006
A look at some of the market's winners and losers for the week of October 30th.
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September 18, 2006
Despite a recent fall from the $10 range, Krispy Kreme shares still don't look like a good value buy.
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August 30, 2006
With the bulk of the legal monkey off the company’s back, the feel on Wall Street is that this stock is ripe for an ...
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April 25, 2006
Will JetBlue's new plan clear it for take-off, or will it stay grounded?
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January 13, 2006
The software industry's 800 gorilla has seen little share price appreciation in the last five years, are they ready ...
