Stock Analysts

Ericsson Aids Liberty Global to Optimize European Operations

Ericsson ERIC recently announced that it has inked a deal with Liberty Global plc, the world's largest international TV and broadband company to help it consolidate its European fixed network services and thereby optimize operations. The strategic move would enable Liberty Global to improve availability of network and stabilize it to enhance end-user experience. Ericsson has undertaken definite steps to consolidate Liberty Global’s operations in six European countries, namely the U.K., Ireland, the Netherlands, Hungary, Poland and Germany […]

Mergers & Acquisitions

Spredfast and Lithium Technologies Announce Merger

Spredfast and Lithium Technologies Announce Merger Combination creates a powerhouse platform for the future of customer engagement PR Newswire SAN FRANCISCO and AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 4, 2018 SAN FRANCISCO and AUSTIN, Texas , Sept. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Lithium Technologies, LLC (“Lithium”) and Spredfast, Inc […]

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Wall Street Looks Stunning: A Bumpy Road Ahead?

Although the domestic market looks stunning now with the Wall Street extending its marathon run and corporate profits consistently rising, are there threats ahead? The bull run has taken the S&P 500 index near a 10-year high mark, resulting in stretched share price valuations. Moreover, the tax cut could not help corporates pump in more money in future business projects […]

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Microsoft Updates Skype, Discontinues Surface Plus Upgrade

Microsoft MSFT is currently focused on restructuring as evident from its new update for Skype. The update has added new functionalities which will aid the video-calling and messaging service to stay true to its original simplified structure. In fact, the company regularly updates its services with new features while discontinuing the unpopular ones primarily based on user feedback […]

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Amazon’s Regional Language Initiative to Boost India Market

Amazon AMZN is firing on all cylinders to bolster presence in the online retail space of India on the back of its robust e-commerce platform and aggressive retail strategies. Recently, Amazon introduced a version of its online shopping website and application for mobile in Hindi — India's most widely used language — to make shopping more convinient. Moreover, the latest move will enable the company to bridge the language barrier that exists in the country […]

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Google Boosts Presence in Retail Ad Space With Mastercard

Alphabet ’s GOOGL division Google is leaving no stone unturned to bolster presence further in the advertisement world. Per a recent Bloomberg report, Google, in order to enhance its offerings to the advertisers, had secretly partnered with Mastercard MA last year to access the data on shopping habits of the U.S customers holding Mastercard. To be precise, the data indicates whether a click on an online products ad by a customer is leading to ultimate purchase of that product at physical stores […]

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Anadarko (APC) Shuts 2 GOM Oil Platforms Due to Bad Weather

Anadarko Petroleum Corporation APC recently announced that the company has shut down its oil and gas production at two Gulf of Mexico platforms as the region is hit by a tropical storm called Gordon. The company has taken reasonable steps to evacuate its battery of staff and halted output from the hub ahead of the natural calamity. The company have decided to temporarily shut down Horn Mountain and Marlin platforms in Gulf of Mexico as a precautionary measure […]

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International Paper Rides on Restructuring & Acquisitions

On Sep 3, we issued an updated research report on paper and packaging firm, International Paper Company IP . The company's restructuring initiatives, shifting focus to its core strengths and favorable demand trends bode well for healthy long-term growth. Poised For Improved 2018 Results International Paper delivered second-quarter 2018 adjusted earnings of $1.19 per share that surged 80% year over year and also outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.09 […]