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Goldman Sachs posts rare miss in first-quarter earnings
- April 20, 2017
Volume of 12.4 million shares was more than triple the full-day average. (The) by 14.3% in the third quarter. (The) include Vanguard Group Inc which owns 23 million shares in the company valued at $5.45 B million. Several brokerages have recently commented on GS. Macquarie upgraded shares of Goldman Sachs Group, Inc . IBM (IBM) - The company is scheduled to report quarterly results after the bell on Tuesday. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Volume of 12.4 million shares was more than triple the full-day average. (The) by 14.3% in the third quarter. (The) include Vanguard Group Inc which owns 23 million shares in the company valued at $5.45 B million. Several brokerages have recently commented on GS. Macquarie upgraded shares of Goldman Sachs Group, Inc . IBM (IBM) - The company is scheduled to report quarterly results after the bell on Tuesday. (more...)
Netflix nears 100 million subscribers worldwide
- April 20, 2017
In the first quarter of 2017, Netflix added 5 million members to the fold, bringing its tally to 98.75 million. Pachter added that Netflix clearly had a vision before those devices became commonplace. The inclination has presented Netflix with more rivalry in the contest for home entertainment budgets. But I think things will likely improve this year with the roll out of the new seasons of House of Cards and Stranger Things , both blockbuster shows that represent the very best of ... (more...)
- April 20, 2017
In the first quarter of 2017, Netflix added 5 million members to the fold, bringing its tally to 98.75 million. Pachter added that Netflix clearly had a vision before those devices became commonplace. The inclination has presented Netflix with more rivalry in the contest for home entertainment budgets. But I think things will likely improve this year with the roll out of the new seasons of House of Cards and Stranger Things , both blockbuster shows that represent the very best of ... (more...)
Kimmy Schmidt Goes to College in Season 3 Netflix Trailer
- April 20, 2017
We only get a hint of what it will be like to see the naive, happy-go-lucky Kimmy Schmidt in college , but you just know that the experience is going to throw her for a loop. In its short run, the series has had some extremely memorable guest appearances from series creator Tina Fey to Lisa Kudrow showing up as Kimmy's mom and the trailer offers a few choice glimpses. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
We only get a hint of what it will be like to see the naive, happy-go-lucky Kimmy Schmidt in college , but you just know that the experience is going to throw her for a loop. In its short run, the series has had some extremely memorable guest appearances from series creator Tina Fey to Lisa Kudrow showing up as Kimmy's mom and the trailer offers a few choice glimpses. (more...)
U.S. to Enhance Military Presence in Asia Pacific - Vice President Pence
- April 20, 2017
Lu's comments came after North Korea's deputy ambassador to the United Nations and its vice Foreign Minister reportedly said that a new nuclear test was under preparation and more missile tests would be conducted on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Lu's comments came after North Korea's deputy ambassador to the United Nations and its vice Foreign Minister reportedly said that a new nuclear test was under preparation and more missile tests would be conducted on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis. (more...)
United Airlines Won't Be Firing Anyone Over Dr. David Dao's Assault
- April 20, 2017
Mr Munoz and other executives vowed to treat customers with dignity, and said that what happened to Dr Dao will never happen again. "It was a system failure across various areas". Some politicians and consumer advocates have called for a ban on overselling flights. Munoz declined to say whether the airline would end overbooking sales until the comprehensive review is completed. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Mr Munoz and other executives vowed to treat customers with dignity, and said that what happened to Dr Dao will never happen again. "It was a system failure across various areas". Some politicians and consumer advocates have called for a ban on overselling flights. Munoz declined to say whether the airline would end overbooking sales until the comprehensive review is completed. (more...)
Donald Trump congratulates Turkey's hardline president Recep Erdogan on referendum win
- April 20, 2017
Turks on Sunday voted by a narrow 51.4% margin to change their constitution and grant President Tayyip Erdogan sweeping new powers. Criticism of Turkey's referendum result grew louder on Tuesday, with the European observers claiming close to three million votes could have been manipulated. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Turks on Sunday voted by a narrow 51.4% margin to change their constitution and grant President Tayyip Erdogan sweeping new powers. Criticism of Turkey's referendum result grew louder on Tuesday, with the European observers claiming close to three million votes could have been manipulated. (more...)
New 'Australian values' test planned for citizenship
- April 20, 2017
An extended four-year visa will be limited to 183 occupations, with tighter eligibility rules, including a higher standard of English and criminal checks. They can recruit cross-border talent if a job cannot be filled locally. "As the 457 visa is valid till its expiry, its holders can stay and work in Australia although under a restricted occupation list category", it said. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
An extended four-year visa will be limited to 183 occupations, with tighter eligibility rules, including a higher standard of English and criminal checks. They can recruit cross-border talent if a job cannot be filled locally. "As the 457 visa is valid till its expiry, its holders can stay and work in Australia although under a restricted occupation list category", it said. (more...)
How can social media prevent posting of violent acts?
- April 20, 2017
The chilling video was posted on Facebook for three hours before it was taken down, drawing criticism of the social network and renewing questions about how responsibly it polices objectionable material. Troopers initiated a chase that lasted for roughly two miles and then attempted a move to try to disable the white Ford Fusion he was driving, officials said. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The chilling video was posted on Facebook for three hours before it was taken down, drawing criticism of the social network and renewing questions about how responsibly it polices objectionable material. Troopers initiated a chase that lasted for roughly two miles and then attempted a move to try to disable the white Ford Fusion he was driving, officials said. (more...)
Oil Prices Drop As Saudis Say Too Early To Decide Cuts Extension
- April 20, 2017
Traders said that the gains came on the back of a reduction in commercial U.S. crude stocks, which fell by 1 million barrels last week to 532.34 million barrels, according to the U.S. shale output. "Rising U.S. production levels are offsetting more than a third of the six-month agreement of the 1.8 million barrel-per-day cut", McGillian said. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Traders said that the gains came on the back of a reduction in commercial U.S. crude stocks, which fell by 1 million barrels last week to 532.34 million barrels, according to the U.S. shale output. "Rising U.S. production levels are offsetting more than a third of the six-month agreement of the 1.8 million barrel-per-day cut", McGillian said. (more...)
Leaked schematic of iPhone 8 reveals big switch in Apple's design
- April 20, 2017
While Apple's upcoming iPhone 8 (or iPhone Edition) is expected to boast many advanced features, including wireless charging, a massive OLED display, IP68 dust- and water-proof certification and more, many of these advancements won't necessarily be new to the smartphone space; but rather, will merely be new to Apple. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
While Apple's upcoming iPhone 8 (or iPhone Edition) is expected to boast many advanced features, including wireless charging, a massive OLED display, IP68 dust- and water-proof certification and more, many of these advancements won't necessarily be new to the smartphone space; but rather, will merely be new to Apple. (more...)
Automakers charge ahead with electrics in China, even as policy drive slows
- April 20, 2017
General Motors Co. has announced plans to manufacture and sell a gasoline-electric hybrid version of its Chevrolet Volt in China. The VW model will be the first in a range of electric vehicles in China, said Jochem Heizmann, head of VW's China unit. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
General Motors Co. has announced plans to manufacture and sell a gasoline-electric hybrid version of its Chevrolet Volt in China. The VW model will be the first in a range of electric vehicles in China, said Jochem Heizmann, head of VW's China unit. (more...)
Be Familiar with Analyst's Ratings: Rite Aid Corporation's (RAD)
- April 20, 2017
The stock has earnings growth of 65.60% yoy and showed a low EPS growth of -65.80% over the past five years. When we look at the Volatility of the company, Week Volatility is at 5.40% whereas Month Volatility is at 4.26%. The stock has landed on the top loser list for the day according to Finviz data. The company has price to cash ratio of 21.86. ROIC helps show how efficient a company is at turning capital into profits. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The stock has earnings growth of 65.60% yoy and showed a low EPS growth of -65.80% over the past five years. When we look at the Volatility of the company, Week Volatility is at 5.40% whereas Month Volatility is at 4.26%. The stock has landed on the top loser list for the day according to Finviz data. The company has price to cash ratio of 21.86. ROIC helps show how efficient a company is at turning capital into profits. (more...)
What Technical Indicators Say About Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)
- April 20, 2017
The company has managed to keep price to sales ratio of 3.56 against an industry average of 4.49. This represents an increase of 141% compared to the typical volume of 1,279 call options. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link . The company is expected to report earnings of $1.59 a share for the next quarter. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The company has managed to keep price to sales ratio of 3.56 against an industry average of 4.49. This represents an increase of 141% compared to the typical volume of 1,279 call options. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link . The company is expected to report earnings of $1.59 a share for the next quarter. (more...)
Exxon seeks OK to resume Russian oil venture
- April 20, 2017
The drilling would take place in the Black Sea, an area covered by sanctions instituted by the United States to prevent certain business dealings in retaliation for Russia's annexation of Crimea from Ukraine. The U.S. Department of State also has a say in the waiver application, the Journal reported. Exxon and Rosneft in 2012 had unveiled an offshore exploration partnership with plans to invest as much as $500 billion in developing Russia's vast energy reserves in the Arctic and Black seas. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The drilling would take place in the Black Sea, an area covered by sanctions instituted by the United States to prevent certain business dealings in retaliation for Russia's annexation of Crimea from Ukraine. The U.S. Department of State also has a say in the waiver application, the Journal reported. Exxon and Rosneft in 2012 had unveiled an offshore exploration partnership with plans to invest as much as $500 billion in developing Russia's vast energy reserves in the Arctic and Black seas. (more...)
Jakarta election: Ex-education minister takes lead over Ahok
- April 20, 2017
Baswedan, who is Muslim, will take over as governor in October. In an attempt to lift turnout, political groups have called for Indonesians to travel to Jakarta from elsewhere. Authorities in neighboring provinces on Java island have urged the public to refrain from non-essential travel to Jakarta . Millions of Indonesians in the capital Jakarta are elect. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Baswedan, who is Muslim, will take over as governor in October. In an attempt to lift turnout, political groups have called for Indonesians to travel to Jakarta from elsewhere. Authorities in neighboring provinces on Java island have urged the public to refrain from non-essential travel to Jakarta . Millions of Indonesians in the capital Jakarta are elect. (more...)
Crude Rallies Again Amid Massive Oil & Gasoline Draw
- April 20, 2017
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) said that next year, United States crude oil output would grow to 9.9 million barrels per day (bpd) from the current 9.22 million bpd. OPEC oil producers will meet on May 25 to discuss the supply cut extension. In last month's OPEC report Saudi Arabia had posted numbers showing it raised output above 10m bpd in a move that briefly unnerved markets, before the kingdom issued a rare statement to explain the output increase was aimed at ... (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) said that next year, United States crude oil output would grow to 9.9 million barrels per day (bpd) from the current 9.22 million bpd. OPEC oil producers will meet on May 25 to discuss the supply cut extension. In last month's OPEC report Saudi Arabia had posted numbers showing it raised output above 10m bpd in a move that briefly unnerved markets, before the kingdom issued a rare statement to explain the output increase was aimed at ... (more...)
InterContinental Hotels says 1200 hotels hit by malware
- April 20, 2017
This growth will largely be driven by the Holiday Inn brand family with a distinct focus on Crowne Plaza and InterContinental Hotels and Resorts. Anyone who recently stayed at a hotel may want to check their accounts.The parent company of Holiday Inn , Crowne Plaza and other hotels is telling customers their credit card information may have been stolen. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
This growth will largely be driven by the Holiday Inn brand family with a distinct focus on Crowne Plaza and InterContinental Hotels and Resorts. Anyone who recently stayed at a hotel may want to check their accounts.The parent company of Holiday Inn , Crowne Plaza and other hotels is telling customers their credit card information may have been stolen. (more...)
Korea's 2017 growth forecast to 2.7 pct
- April 20, 2017
Britain's economy is expected to slow to 1.5% in 2018 - but that figure was also revised up from January's projections for 1.4% growth. This forecast is up from 3.1% a year ago and 3.4% in January, and owes to "buoyant financial markets and a long-awaited cyclical recovery in manufacturing and trade". (more...)
- April 20, 2017
Britain's economy is expected to slow to 1.5% in 2018 - but that figure was also revised up from January's projections for 1.4% growth. This forecast is up from 3.1% a year ago and 3.4% in January, and owes to "buoyant financial markets and a long-awaited cyclical recovery in manufacturing and trade". (more...)
Turkey election board rejects referendum annulment appeals
- April 20, 2017
The European Commission has called on Turkey to launch an investigation into allegations of voting irregularities following a report stating its referendum was not genuinely democratic. The new system takes effect at the next election, now slated for November 2019. This would allow Erdogan to rejoin the governing AK Party he co-founded, or to lead it. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The European Commission has called on Turkey to launch an investigation into allegations of voting irregularities following a report stating its referendum was not genuinely democratic. The new system takes effect at the next election, now slated for November 2019. This would allow Erdogan to rejoin the governing AK Party he co-founded, or to lead it. (more...)
Chip equipment stocks surge after strong Lam Research, ASML results
- April 20, 2017
The company is scheduled to report its next earnings report on Wednesday, July 26th. The current consensus rating on Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) is Buy (Score: 2.89) with a consensus target price of $122.60 per share, a potential 3.71% downside. (more...)
- April 20, 2017
The company is scheduled to report its next earnings report on Wednesday, July 26th. The current consensus rating on Lam Research (NASDAQ:LRCX) is Buy (Score: 2.89) with a consensus target price of $122.60 per share, a potential 3.71% downside. (more...)
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