The Wall Street Journal
Why Are Allergies Worse During Some Years?
[marketwatch 6C252051-7545-47B0-8B78-34C68E1DCB7E] Why Are Allergies Worse During Some Years? […]
Month: June 2015
Economic Data
Markets To Open Modestly In Red – Economic Highlights
Stocks are indicated to start today’s session modestly in the red, likely a reaction to fresh headlines about Greece. But the market’s primary preoccupation lately has been the Fed and it has been trying to handicap the central bank’s next move through incoming economic data. Monday’s factory sector ISM survey gave us a good start to May data following a somewhat mixed showing in April […]
Technicals
Why Willbros Group (WG) Could Be Positioned for a Slump – Tale of the Tape
Similar to wise buying decisions, exiting certain underperformers at the right time helps maximize portfolio returns. Selling off losers can be difficult, but if both the share price and estimates are falling, it could be time to get rid of the security before more losses hit your portfolio. One such stock that you may want to consider dropping is Willbros Group Inc. […]
Technicals
Five9 (FIVN): An Off-the-Radar Potential Winner – Tale of the Tape
It commonly happens in stock investing that investors miss the chance of buying winning stocks that they knew would stand out. Before they take the plunge, others get to know the hidden potential and enter into these stocks, pushing them out of reach. So, instead of repenting, spotting the off-the-radar potential winners and immediately investing in them could be a smart decision […]
Technicals
OncoGenex Pharmaceuticals (OGXI) Jumps: Stock Up 8.5% – Tale of the Tape
OncoGenex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( OGXI ) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise almost 9% on the day. The upside was driven by the announcement of positive data from the Phase 2 Borealis-1™ trial evaluating the company’s candidate – apatorsen 600mg. […]
Technicals
Looking for a Growth Stock? Why It is Time to Focus on MiMedx (MDXG) – Tale of the Tape
Growth stocks can be some of the most exciting picks in the market, as these high-flyers can captivate investors’ attention, and produce big gains as well. However, these can also lead on the downside when the growth story is over, so it is important to find companies which are still seeing strong growth prospects in their businesses. One such company that might be well-positioned for future earnings growth is MiMedx Group, Inc […]
Technicals
Career Education (CECO): Strong Industry, Solid Earnings Estimate Revisions – Tale of the Tape
One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Career Education Corp. ( CECO ). This is because this security in the Education & Training Services space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective. […]
Technicals
Strength Seen in HomeAway (AWAY): Stock Soars 8.2% – Tale of the Tape
HomeAway, Inc. ( AWAY ) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise over 8% on the day. The upside came after the company announced that its vacation rentals will be displayed on Priceline Group Inc.’s ( PCLN ) Kayak […]
Technicals
Weibo (WB) Catches Eye: Stock Adds 6.5% in Session – Tale of the Tape
Weibo Corporation ( WB ) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise roughly 7% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This continues the recent uptrend for the company as the stock is now up 3.2% since May 19, 2015 . […]
Technicals
Juniper Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (JNP) in Focus: Stock Jumps 7.7% – Tale of the Tape
Juniper Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( JNP ) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise nearly 8% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session […]
Technicals
Oncothyreon Inc (ONTY) in Focus: Stock Surges 15.8% – Tale of the Tape
Oncothyreon Inc ( ONTY ) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares surge nearly 16% on the day. Shares rallied after the company presented positive data on its HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer treatment candidate ONT-380 at this year's annual American Society of Clinical Oncology conference in Chicago. ONT-380 was found successful in reducing tumors in patients who no longer responded to other treatments […]
Technicals
New Strong Buy Stocks for June 2nd – Tale of the Tape
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today: Active Power, Inc. ( ACPW ) Activision Blizzard, Inc. […]
Mergers & Acquisitions
American Industrial Partners Acquires Fasteners Division From Anixter International Inc.
American Industrial Partners Acquires Fasteners Division From Anixter International Inc. PR Newswire NEW YORK, June 2, 2015 NEW YORK , June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — American Industrial Partners (“AIP”), a middle-market private equity firm focused on acquiring and improving North American-headquartered industrial businesses, completed the acquisition of the Anixter International Inc.’s OEM Supply Fasteners division. […]
Mergers & Acquisitions
Lynden International acquires Haas Industries
Lynden International acquires Haas Industries PR Newswire SEATTLE, June 2, 2015 SEATTLE , June 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Lynden International, a full-service freight forwarding and logistics company, acquired Haas Industries on June 1 to enhance its network and services throughout the Lower 48 and Canada . The acquisition strengthens Lynden’s capabilities for home delivery, trade show, and specialized delivery services within those markets. ” Lynden and Haas are a great fit and the combination of our two companies will allow us to continue building our domestic service portfolio. […]
Stock Analysts
Emerson (EMR) Buys ESI to Boost Oil & Gas Transmission
Emerson Electric Co. ’s EMR business unit, Emerson Process Management, disclosed the acquisition of Energy Solutions International Holdings, Inc. […]
Stock Analysts
GE Offers Fuel Card Program with WEX Collaboration
GE Capital Transportation Finance, a unit of General Electric Company GE , recently announced an over-the-road (OTR) fuel card program in collaboration with WEX Inc WEX – a provider of corporate payment solutions for OTR trucking companies. The newly co-branded OTR fuel card offers industry-leading controls, fraud reduction, level III reporting and fuel savings throughout the fleet one network. The strategic move by the company is aimed to help customers control and manage their fleet expenses in an effective manner. […]
The Wall Street Journal
Researchers Probe Antidepressant Use During Late Pregnancy
[marketwatch EE903545-5D80-4489-9E76-184EE99C3DD0] Researchers Probe Antidepressant Use During Late Pregnancy […]
Stock Analysts
IDEX Completes Novotema Buy, Boosts Sealing Solutions
Industrial goods manufacturer IDEX Corporation IEX recently completed the acquisition of Novotema, SpA for approximately €57 million cash. The acquisition is the third of its kind and will boost the Sealing Solutions group of IDEX. […]
Stock Analysts
What Makes Companhia Brasileira de Distribuicao a Sell?
On Jun 1, 2015, Zacks Investment Research downgraded Companhia Brasileira de Distribuicao CBD to a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) from a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) after the company reported sluggish results in the first quarter of 2015 on May 7. Going by the Zacks model, companies holding a Zacks Rank #4 are likely to underperform in comparison to the broader market. Sluggish First Quarter Results Companhia Brasileirade Distribuicao reported a year-over-year decline in profit and sales in the first quarter of 2015, mainly due to a weak economic scenario in Brazil. […]
Stock Analysts
Merck’s Keytruda under Priority Review for Lung Cancer
Merck’s MRK supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for its anti-PD-1 therapy, Keytruda has been accepted for priority review by the FDA. The company is looking to expand the label into the treatment of patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose disease has progressed on or after platinum-containing chemotherapy and an FDA-approved therapy for EGFR or ALK genomic tumor aberrations, if present. […]