Stock Analysts

Key Predictions for UAA, HBI & TPR Earnings Slated on May 1

The Q1 earnings season has crossed the halfway mark, with earnings and revenue growth well on track to mark the highest in seven years. However, two factors are dampening the optimism for this reporting cycle. First, estimates for the quarter under review have remained stagnant, as was the case at the start of the season […]

Stock Analysts

Is a Beat in Store for CONSOL Coal (CCR) in Q1 Earnings?

CONSOL Coal Resources LP CCR is scheduled to report first-quarter 2018 results on May 3. In the fourth quarter of 2017, the company delivered a positive earnings surprise of 6.67%. Why Likely a Positive Surprise A stock needs to have a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) for this to happen […]

Stock Analysts

Will Apple (AAPL) Watch and Services Drive Q2 Earnings?

Apple ’s AAPL second-quarter fiscal 2018 results, scheduled to be released on May 1, are likely to be hurt by dwindling iPhone demand. However, the company’s expanding ecosystem and diversified product portfolio that include offerings like Apple Pay, Apple Watch, Apple Music and Apple TV are expected to lend solid support this quarter as well. Click here to know how the company’s overall Q2 performance is likely to be […]

Technicals

Is Match Group (MTCH) Stock Outpacing Its Computer and Technology Peers This Year?

Investors focused on the Computer and Technology space have likely heard of Match Group (MTCH), but is the stock performing well in comparison to the rest of its sector peers? By taking a look at the stock's year-to-date performance in comparison to its Computer and Technology peers, we might be able to answer that question. Match Group is a member of our Computer and Technology group, which includes 635 different companies and currently sits at #4 in the Zacks Sector Rank […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Altum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. completes acquisition of Lexi Pharma Inc, and its pipeline of novel therapies for bone disease and oncology

Altum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. completes acquisition of Lexi Pharma Inc, and its pipeline of novel therapies for bone disease and oncology PR Newswire VANCOUVER, April 30, 2018 This acquisition: – Accelerates Altum’s vision to build a premier, global women’s health company – Incorporates Lexi’s experienced management team into Altum Pharmaceuticals – Strengthens Altum’s portfolio and strategic fit for women’s health with AP-002 (a novel bone and tumor targeting agent) VANCOUVER , April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ – Altum Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Altum” or “Altum Pharmaceuticals”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Lexi Pharma Inc […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Biomerics And ATL Technologies Acquire CRI Medical

Biomerics And ATL Technologies Acquire CRI Medical PR Newswire SALT LAKE CITY and INDIANAPOLIS, April 30, 2018 SALT LAKE CITY and INDIANAPOLIS , April 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Biomerics and ATL Technology , in a joint venture (Biomerics ATL, LLC), announced on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 , that they have entered into an agreement under which together they will acquire Catheter Research Inc. (CRI) ‘s assets in the Indianapolis and Costa Rica divisions. CRI is a manufacturer of interventional catheters, tube sets, and other assemblies for medical devices with expertise in tube extrusion, catheter assembly, final FDA product packaging for sterilization […]

Stock Analysts

What Awaits Lincoln National (LNC) This Earnings Season?

Lincoln National Corp. LNC is scheduled to report first-quarter 2018 results on May 2, after market close. In the company’s Retirement Plan Services segment, strategies to improve wholesaler productivity, initiatives to increase employee contributions and investments into customer experience remain the key drivers of the solid momentum. […]