Technicals

Pershing Gold (PGLC) in Focus: Stock Gains 6.4% in Session

Pershing Gold Corporation PGLC was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise more than 6% on the day. The move came on solid volume with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This stock, trading in a volatile price range of $3.65 to $4.46 in the past one-month time frame, showed a pick-up on Friday at $4.31 . […]

Technicals

Why Post Holdings (POST) Stock Might be a Great Pick

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Post Holdings, Inc. POST . This is because this security in the Food-Miscellaneous/Diversified space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective […]

Technicals

Is Park Sterling (PSTB) Stock a Solid Choice Right Now?

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Park Sterling Corporation PSTB . This is because this security in the Banks-Southeast space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective. This is important because, often times, a rising tide will lift all boats in an industry, as there can be broad trends taking place in a segment that are boosting securities across the board. […]

Technicals

ChannelAdvisor (ECOM) in Focus: Stock Moves 5.7% Higher

ChannelAdvisor Corporation ECOM was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise almost 6% on the day. The move came on solid volume too with far more shares changing hands than in a normal session. This breaks the recent trend of the company, as the stock is now trading above the volatile price range of $11.58–$12.71 in the past one-month time frame. […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Republic Services, Inc. Announces Cash Tender Offers for up to $500 Million of Certain Outstanding Debt Securities

Republic Services, Inc. Announces Cash Tender Offers for up to $500 Million of Certain Outstanding Debt Securities PR Newswire PHOENIX, June 6, 2016 PHOENIX , June 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Republic Services, Inc. (“Republic”) (NYSE: RSG) announced today that it commenced cash tender offers to purchase up to $500 million combined aggregate principal amount of certain outstanding debt securities […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Seacoast Bank Completes Acquisition Of BMO Harris’ Orlando Banking Operations

Seacoast Bank Completes Acquisition Of BMO Harris’ Orlando Banking Operations PR Newswire STUART, Fla., June 6, 2016 STUART, Fla. , June 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (“Seacoast”) (NASDAQ: SBCF), the holding company for Seacoast National Bank (“Seacoast Bank”), announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the Orlando banking operations of BMO Harris Bank, N.A. […]

Momentum Stocks

Bull of the Day: Petmed Express (PETS)

Petmed Express ( PETS ) is Americas largest pet pharmacy and todays Bull of the Day after it recently became a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). The stock is trading at 52 week highs and looks to continue its momentum after a solid earnings beat last month. The Company Petmed is based in Pompano Beach, FL and has 178 fulltime employees. […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Acuant Acquires AssureTec Creating the Market Leader in Data Capture and Identity Verification Technology

Acuant Acquires AssureTec Creating the Market Leader in Data Capture and Identity Verification Technology PR Newswire LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2016 LOS ANGELES , June 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Acuant, the leading provider of identity management solutions, today announced the acquisition of AssureTec Technologies , a leading provider of identity document authentication and data capture solutions. Following the transaction, Acuant will become the market leader for intelligent data capture, advanced document authentication and identity verification solutions. Acuant is focused on driving revenue through its partner channel, proving advanced workflow automation through mobile technologies and greater return on investment to those businesses using its solution […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Novik Acquires Exteria Building Products, as Industry Leaders Join Forces

Novik Acquires Exteria Building Products, as Industry Leaders Join Forces PR Newswire QUEBEC CITY, Quebec, June 6, 2016 QUEBEC CITY, Quebec , June 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Novik , a premier manufacturer of shake, stone and accessory products that replicate the natural beauty and texture of wood and stone, acquired Exteria Building Products of Miami, FL , effective June 2 , 2016. Clearview Capital Fund III, LP, principals of Novik since 2014, completed the purchase from an affiliate of Graham Partners, owner of Exteria Building Products and its co-investors. […]

Stock Analysts

Why Costco’s (COST) Stock Tumbled Post May Sales Results

Costco Wholesale Corporation COST disappointed investors once again as it reported flat comparable-store sales (comps) for the month of May (the four-week period ended May 29, 2016). The figure also fell short of analysts’ expectations. This was the second straight month in which the company reported flat comps. […]

Stock Analysts

Valspar Corporation Touches New 52-Week High at $108.35

Shares of The Valspar Corporation VAL scaled a new 52-week high of $108.35 last Friday before retracing to end the day at $108.20. The Minneapolis, MN-based paint maker, with a market cap of roughly $8.58 billion, has delivered a year-to-date return of about 31.24%, higher than the S&P 500’s corresponding return of around 3.71%. Average volume of shares traded over the last three months is roughly 1,116K. […]

Stock Analysts

Mead Johnson: Strong Q1 on Overseas Growth & Strategies

On Jun 6, we issued an updated research report on Glenview, IL-based Mead Johnson Nutrition Company MJN – a global leader in pediatric nutrition, especially for infants and children. The company currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). Mead Johnson embarked on a promising journey this year, posting square beats in the first quarter […]