Month: May 2018

Stock Analysts

Alibaba Plans to Divest Tmall Pharmacy to Alibaba Health

May 29, 2018 0

In a bid to bolster presence in China’s healthcare sector, Alibaba Group Holding Limited BABA is planning to sell certain pharmacy assets from its Tmall platform to Alibaba Health Information Technology, a Hong Kong listed company. Notably, Alibaba Health became a subsidiary of Alibaba in 2015. Per the terms, the deal has been valued at $1.35 billion under which Alibaba Health will buy Ali JK Nutritional Products that manages sales of medical products and devices as well as healthcare services on Tmall platform. […]

Stock Analysts

Apple Likely to Adopt OLED Technology in 2019 iPhone Models

May 29, 2018 0

Apple AAPL is planning to use organic light-emitting diode (OLED) panels in all three new iPhone models planned for next year, reports South Korea's Electronic Times. We note that for 2018, two out of the three iPhone models — a 5.8-inch second-generation iPhone X and a larger 6.5-inch iPhone X Plus — are expected to offer OLED displays. […]

Stock Analysts

Why it is Wise to Hold PNC Financial (PNC) Stock for Now

May 29, 2018 0

On May 28, we issued an updated research report on The PNC Financial Services Group PNC . The company’s cost-containment efforts to drive operational efficiency along with steady loan and deposit growth indicate its upside potential. However, lack of loan diversification remains a concern […]

Economic Data

Italy Headlines Shake EU, Pre-Markets

May 29, 2018 0

Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Headlines out of Italy this morning may come as a surprise to many U.S.-centric investors, but for those who have paid attention this may have looked doomed from the start: a coalition government between two anti-establishment parties — the progressive 5 Star and the far-right The League — appears to have hit a major bump in the road that threatens to send the wheels flying off. The mandate to form a new government has been refused, and fresh elections now look imminent. The March 4 elections resulted in a hung parliament, when Italians voted to shake things up by removing standard liberal and conservative parties in favor of 5 Star — a populist movement started by an Italian comedian — and The League, an anti-EU group led by right-wing firebrand Matteo Salvini. […]

Economic Data

Italy Election Outcome A Concern For EU

May 29, 2018 0

Headlines out of Italy this morning may come as a surprise to many U.S.-centric investors, but for those who have paid attention this may have looked doomed from the start: a coalition government between two anti-establishment parties — the progressive 5 Star and the far-right The League — appears to have hit a major bump in the road that threatens to send the wheels flying off. The mandate to form a new government has been refused, and fresh elections now look imminent. The March 4 elections resulted in a hung parliament, when Italians voted to shake things up by removing standard liberal and conservative parties in favor of 5 Star — a populist movement started by an Italian comedian — and The League, an anti-EU group led by right-wing firebrand Matteo Salvini […]

Technicals

Deckers’ Omni Channel Expansion to Keep Stock on Growth Path

May 29, 2018 0

Deckers Outdoor Corporation DECK has been constantly trying to counter intense competition in the retail space. The company is targeting profitable and underpenetrated markets and is focused on product innovation, store expansion and enhancing e-commerce capabilities. The company’s focus on targeting consumers digitally and optimizing omni-channel distribution bodes well […]

Technicals

Here’s Why Investors Might Be Delighted With Pool Corp Now

May 29, 2018 0

Pool Corporation POOL is currently one of the best-performing leisure stocks in the United States and has the potential to carry on the momentum in the near term as well. Therefore, if you haven’t taken advantage of the share price appreciation yet, it’s time you add this Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) stock to your portfolio. Shares of the company have outperformed the industry in the past six months. […]

Technicals

5 Reasons Why Civista Bancshares (CIVB) Stock is a Must Buy

May 29, 2018 0

Performance of the finance sector stocks in first-quarter earnings has been impressive. Also, going forward, improving economy, higher interest rates, easing banking regulations and rise in demand for loans are expected to support the stocks’ financials. Therefore, this a good time to add a few banking stocks to your portfolio […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

PlayMonster Accelerates International Expansion with Acquisition of Interplay

May 29, 2018 0

PlayMonster Accelerates International Expansion with Acquisition of Interplay PR Newswire BELOIT, Wis., May 29, 2018 BELOIT, Wis. , May 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — PlayMonster LLC has announced from the London International Toy Show for Distributors, DisToy, that the Company has acquired privately held, UK-based toy company, Interplay UK Ltd . The companies have enjoyed a successful, strong partnership since 2016, when PlayMonster acquired a North American license for Interplay’s top-selling My Fairy Garden brand, which has enjoyed success in over 10 countries to date. […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Aspirion Offers Unique Solution for Settling Hospital Reimbursement Claims

May 29, 2018 0

Aspirion Offers Unique Solution for Settling Hospital Reimbursement Claims PR Newswire ATLANTA, May 29, 2018 ATLANTA , May 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Following a recent string of exits, BIP Capital today announced the acquisition of Aspirion Health Resources, netting a return of more than five times its initial investment. The healthcare technology startup uses a tech-enabled proprietary claims process to help hospitals mitigate the average $8.6 billion spent on claims-related administrative costs each year. “Aspirion provides a winning combination of process and technology to help hospitals settle traditionally hard-to-settle claims,” said Mark Buffington , BIP Capital’s chief executive officer. […]

Technicals

Market Has Not Yet Noticed Potential in Ternium (TX); Have You?

May 29, 2018 0

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

Anadarko Petroleum (APC): An Off-the-Radar Potential Winner

May 29, 2018 0

It can be very difficult to find companies that are both flying under the radar, and still might have potential for gains. Many times, stocks are off investors’ radar screens for a reason, though there are some hidden gems that could be worth uncovering by those with a high risk tolerance. One way to find these underappreciated stocks is by looking at companies that haven’t seen their share prices move higher lately, but have observed analysts raising earnings estimates for their stock […]

Technicals

Is Pilgrim’s Pride (PPC) a Great Stock for Value Investors?

May 29, 2018 0

Value investing is easily one of the most popular ways to find great stocks in any market environment. After all, who wouldn’t want to find stocks that are either flying under the radar and are compelling buys, or offer up tantalizing discounts when compared to fair value? One way to find these companies is by looking at several key metrics and financial ratios, many of which are crucial in the value stock selection process. […]

Technicals

Is Smart & Final Stores (SFS) Stock a Suitable Value Pick?

May 29, 2018 0

Value investing is easily one of the most popular ways to find great stocks in any market environment. After all, who wouldn’t want to find stocks that are either flying under the radar and are compelling buys, or offer up tantalizing discounts when compared to fair value? One way to find these companies is by looking at several key metrics and financial ratios, many of which are crucial in the value stock selection process […]

Technicals

Factors Aiding Home Depot in a Competitive Retail Landscape

May 29, 2018 0

We have read much about the transition in the retail space, where companies, adhering to the new norms of omni-channel trade, are likely to play the winning stroke. Customer shopping patterns have undergone drastic changes as they now prefer to shop from the comfort of their homes and have the product delivered to the doorsteps instead of hopping from store to store. To counter this change, retailers are finding new ways to market their products, to which The Home Depot Inc […]

Technicals

Should Value Investors Pick J.M. Smucker (SJM) Stock?

May 29, 2018 0

Value investing is easily one of the most popular ways to find great stocks in any market environment. After all, who wouldn’t want to find stocks that are either flying under the radar and are compelling buys, or offer up tantalizing discounts when compared to fair value? One way to find these companies is by looking at several key metrics and financial ratios, many of which are crucial in the value stock selection process […]