Economic Data

Q1 GDP Revised Upward

We are seeing some bounce-back this morning following two dire days in the stock market. Futures in the U.S. are up ahead of the opening bell, and markets across the pond — FTSE, German DAX and French CAC — are all up 2.5% overnight. […]

Technicals

Carnival Corp (CCL) Beat on Earnings and Sales

Carnival Corporation CCL is one of the largest cruise operators in the world and operates through three segments, North America cruise brands, EAA cruise brands and Cruise Support. Carnival has adopted a strategy to grow beyond its familiar itineraries and capitalize on Asian opportunities. […]

Technicals

New Strong Sell Stocks for May 28th

Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List today: • Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. WMS is a manufacturer of thermoplastic corrugated pipe, providing a comprehensive suite of water management products and drainage solutions. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has been revised 11.2% downward over the last 30 days. […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

HighTower Merges with J.M. Egan Wealth Advisors

HighTower Merges with J.M. Egan Wealth Advisors Team will operate offices in New York and New Jersey as The Egan Group at HighTower PR Newswire CHICAGO, June 28, 2016 CHICAGO , June 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — HighTower announced today its merger with J.M. Egan Wealth Advisors, an RIA with offices in Sea Girt and Madison, N.J […]

Stock Analysts

Wintrust Financial to Acquire $581M Loans from GE Capital

In line with its expansion strategy, Wintrust Financial Corporation WTFC inked a deal to acquire around $581 million in performing loans and related relationships from GE Capital Franchise Finance, a subsidiary of General Electric Company GE . The loans are related to GE Capital’s restaurant franchise finance business, mainly quick service restaurant concepts in the Midwest and in the Western region of the U.S. Wintrust Financial entered into the deal though its unit Wintrust Franchise Finance which has market presence for around 15 years and serves over 100 clients in the nation […]

Stock Analysts

Why You Should Hold Unum Group (UNM) in Your Portfolio

On Jun 28, we issued an updated research report on Unum Group UNM . Unum boasts being an ace disability income writer and the second-largest writer of voluntary business in the United States. Its conservative pricing and reservation practices have contributed to its overall profitability over years […]

Stock Analysts

Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) Strong on Positive Comps

On Jun 27, we issued an updated research report on The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated CAKE . The company operates through two segments, The Cheesecake Factory and Other (includes Grand Lux cafe, outside bakery sales, international licensing). Notably, Cheesecake Factory restaurants have posted positive comps in 25 consequent quarters […]

Stock Analysts

Skyworks’ SkyOne Module Features in Huawei’s Smartphones

Leading wireless semiconductor company, Skyworks Solutions Inc. SWKS , recently announced that it has been chosen by the Chinese multinational electronics goods manufacturer, Huawei, to install a broad suite of its products in the latter’s flagship P9 and P9 Plus smartphones. Per the deal, Skyworks will enable these smartphones with its highly advanced modules. […]