Markets
Corbyn makes virtue of necessity with appeal to 'the people'
- April 22, 2017
In response to Cohen's question, Mr Corbyn had said: "EU negotiations are going on and we have set out our lines on negotiations, primarily it is about gaining and retaining tariff-free access to the European markets". Labour and the Liberal Democrats have their sights set on winning back some of the 50 combined Scottish seats they lost to the SNP in 2015, while the Tories are looking to build on their 2016 Holyrood successes by adding MPs to their tally of one. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
In response to Cohen's question, Mr Corbyn had said: "EU negotiations are going on and we have set out our lines on negotiations, primarily it is about gaining and retaining tariff-free access to the European markets". Labour and the Liberal Democrats have their sights set on winning back some of the 50 combined Scottish seats they lost to the SNP in 2015, while the Tories are looking to build on their 2016 Holyrood successes by adding MPs to their tally of one. (more...)
Paris shooting casts shadow over final day of election campaign
- April 22, 2017
The shooting has not officially been declared a terrorist act but anti-terrorist forces are leading the investigation, French President Hollande said. Security in Paris has been stepped up in recent days, but the presence of 50,000 police officers on the streets was not enough to prevent the latest assault, which was being investigated by anti-terror officials. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
The shooting has not officially been declared a terrorist act but anti-terrorist forces are leading the investigation, French President Hollande said. Security in Paris has been stepped up in recent days, but the presence of 50,000 police officers on the streets was not enough to prevent the latest assault, which was being investigated by anti-terror officials. (more...)
Oil hits five-week top on geopolitical tensions, strong demand
- April 22, 2017
US output has reached above 9 million barrels the past seven weeks, as drilling activity continues to increase and USA oil stockpiles sit at record highs. The EIA said that would contribute to a rise in global output to more than 100 million barrels a day by the second quarter of 2018, up 3.4 percent from current levels. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
US output has reached above 9 million barrels the past seven weeks, as drilling activity continues to increase and USA oil stockpiles sit at record highs. The EIA said that would contribute to a rise in global output to more than 100 million barrels a day by the second quarter of 2018, up 3.4 percent from current levels. (more...)
Nucor Corporation (NYSE:NUE) Releases Consolidated Net Earnings Of $356.9M
- April 22, 2017
FNY Partners Fund LP acquired a new position in Nucor during the fourth quarter worth $107,000. Finally, Parasol Investment Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Nucor by 2.3% in the third quarter. Investors of record on Friday, December 30th will be given a dividend of $0.3775 per share. The short ratio in the company's stock is documented at 2 and the short float is around of 1.89%. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
FNY Partners Fund LP acquired a new position in Nucor during the fourth quarter worth $107,000. Finally, Parasol Investment Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Nucor by 2.3% in the third quarter. Investors of record on Friday, December 30th will be given a dividend of $0.3775 per share. The short ratio in the company's stock is documented at 2 and the short float is around of 1.89%. (more...)
No magic wand to cool scorching housing market: Top politicians
- April 22, 2017
Excluding Greater Vancouver and Greater Toronto , the average price was $389,726. The main reason house prices are skyrocketing in Toronto (the price of an average detached home is now over $1 million and has risen 33 per cent in the past year) isn't that there aren't enough government taxes on real estate. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Excluding Greater Vancouver and Greater Toronto , the average price was $389,726. The main reason house prices are skyrocketing in Toronto (the price of an average detached home is now over $1 million and has risen 33 per cent in the past year) isn't that there aren't enough government taxes on real estate. (more...)
Canadian PM responds to Trump's criticism of dairy industry
- April 22, 2017
Implemented in the 1970s, it protects Canadian farmers in three ways: by setting high, stable prices for the country's dairy products; by limiting the amount of milk farmers are allowed to produce; and by imposing high tariffs on dairy products coming into Canada, in order to safeguard the domestic market. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Implemented in the 1970s, it protects Canadian farmers in three ways: by setting high, stable prices for the country's dairy products; by limiting the amount of milk farmers are allowed to produce; and by imposing high tariffs on dairy products coming into Canada, in order to safeguard the domestic market. (more...)
Will Freeport-McMoRan's 1Q17 Results Pacify Markets?
- April 22, 2017
Revenue is the amount of money that a company actually receives during a specific period, including discounts and deductions for returned merchandise. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now owns 61,080 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $1,014,538.80. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink . (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Revenue is the amount of money that a company actually receives during a specific period, including discounts and deductions for returned merchandise. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now owns 61,080 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $1,014,538.80. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink . (more...)
(OXY) Shares Bought by Chevy Chase Trust Holdings Inc
- April 22, 2017
In the liquidity ratio analysis; quick ratio for most recent quarter was 1.20 while current ratio for time period was 1.30. A number of other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. 08/05/2016 - Occidental Petroleum Corporation was downgraded to "hold" by analysts at Deutsche Bank. Brokerage houses, on average, are recommending investors to hold Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)'s shares projecting a $74.52 target price. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
In the liquidity ratio analysis; quick ratio for most recent quarter was 1.20 while current ratio for time period was 1.30. A number of other institutional investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. 08/05/2016 - Occidental Petroleum Corporation was downgraded to "hold" by analysts at Deutsche Bank. Brokerage houses, on average, are recommending investors to hold Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY)'s shares projecting a $74.52 target price. (more...)
ASML Holding NV (ASML) Upgraded to Buy by Stifel Nicolaus
- April 22, 2017
The stock's current RSI reading is at 52.54. Several equities analysts recently issued reports on ASML shares. Dutch semiconductor equipment supplier ASML on Wednesday reported strong net income and sales during the first quarter, said sales for the second quarter would be around the same levels and that demand looked healthy for the rest of 2017. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
The stock's current RSI reading is at 52.54. Several equities analysts recently issued reports on ASML shares. Dutch semiconductor equipment supplier ASML on Wednesday reported strong net income and sales during the first quarter, said sales for the second quarter would be around the same levels and that demand looked healthy for the rest of 2017. (more...)
Turkey PM: Opposition Must Respect Referendum Results
- April 22, 2017
A protester gestures and chants slogans during a march at the Kadikoy district in Istanbul. Hundreds of people are queuing in front of Turkey's election board in cap. Turkey's main opposition party urged the country's electoral board Monday to cancel the results of. A prosecutor will now consider whether to press charges against Guven. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
A protester gestures and chants slogans during a march at the Kadikoy district in Istanbul. Hundreds of people are queuing in front of Turkey's election board in cap. Turkey's main opposition party urged the country's electoral board Monday to cancel the results of. A prosecutor will now consider whether to press charges against Guven. (more...)
List of housing measures proposed by Ontario government
- April 22, 2017
According to the MLS Home Price Index Benchmark Price, Vancouver property appreciated almost 1.4 per cent in March compared to a month earlier and 2.4 per cent compared to three months earlier. A review of the rules governing the conduct of real estate agents. Neither of Ontario's opposition parties objected to any of the government's proposed measures. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
According to the MLS Home Price Index Benchmark Price, Vancouver property appreciated almost 1.4 per cent in March compared to a month earlier and 2.4 per cent compared to three months earlier. A review of the rules governing the conduct of real estate agents. Neither of Ontario's opposition parties objected to any of the government's proposed measures. (more...)
Pence to talk trade, security and koalas during Australian visit
- April 22, 2017
He said that US exporters should face a level playing field and the relationship should be "win-win". U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said on Saturday the United States would honor a controversial refugee deal with Australia, under which the United States would resettle 1,250 asylum seekers, a deal President Donald Trump had described as "dumb". (more...)
- April 22, 2017
He said that US exporters should face a level playing field and the relationship should be "win-win". U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said on Saturday the United States would honor a controversial refugee deal with Australia, under which the United States would resettle 1,250 asylum seekers, a deal President Donald Trump had described as "dumb". (more...)
US Crude Stocks Dip, But Gasoline Inventories Rise
- April 22, 2017
May output is expected to rise by 123,000 barrels per day to 5.19 million bpd, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration's drilling productivity report . The continued growth in US production and the rise in stockpiles forced the market to respond bearishly based on the increased inventory outlook. On Thursday, before major markets closed for the holiday break, they settled up 3 cents at $55.89 a barrel. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
May output is expected to rise by 123,000 barrels per day to 5.19 million bpd, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration's drilling productivity report . The continued growth in US production and the rise in stockpiles forced the market to respond bearishly based on the increased inventory outlook. On Thursday, before major markets closed for the holiday break, they settled up 3 cents at $55.89 a barrel. (more...)
United's 1Q profit fell 69 percent, before dragging incident
- April 22, 2017
Had the rule been in place last Sunday, United Express Flight 3411 still would have been overbooked by four seats, but United employees could have dealt with the situation in the gate area instead of on the plane. Preferences were more evenly split among those who hadn't heard about the airline lately, with 51% choosing American. Despite this general consensus, United initially accused Dao of acting belligerently, which only added to its not-insignificant PR problem. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Had the rule been in place last Sunday, United Express Flight 3411 still would have been overbooked by four seats, but United employees could have dealt with the situation in the gate area instead of on the plane. Preferences were more evenly split among those who hadn't heard about the airline lately, with 51% choosing American. Despite this general consensus, United initially accused Dao of acting belligerently, which only added to its not-insignificant PR problem. (more...)
BP's Alaska Well Stops Leaking Oil, But Continues To Release Gas
- April 22, 2017
Based on aerial pictures, the release appears to be contained to the gravel pad surrounding the well head and hasn't reached the surrounding tundra, BP said in a statement. BP Exploration Alaska Inc. confirmed Monday that its well five miles from the airport at Deadhorse was successfully "killed" overnight. "There have been no reports of impacted wildlife". (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Based on aerial pictures, the release appears to be contained to the gravel pad surrounding the well head and hasn't reached the surrounding tundra, BP said in a statement. BP Exploration Alaska Inc. confirmed Monday that its well five miles from the airport at Deadhorse was successfully "killed" overnight. "There have been no reports of impacted wildlife". (more...)
Supreme Court dismisses petition seeking to bring the Kohinoor back to India
- April 22, 2017
The shift in the Centre's stand came after the Supreme Court on April 18, 2016, said that if the apex court accepted the government position that the diamond was gifted to Britain and dismissed the PIL, all future avenues for staking any legitimate claim over the Kohinoor will be shut. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
The shift in the Centre's stand came after the Supreme Court on April 18, 2016, said that if the apex court accepted the government position that the diamond was gifted to Britain and dismissed the PIL, all future avenues for staking any legitimate claim over the Kohinoor will be shut. (more...)
Who gained the most today? Verizon Communications Inc. : VZ
- April 22, 2017
Mitsubishi UFJ Kokusai Asset Management Co. National Pension Service raised its stake in Verizon Communications by 8.7% in the third quarter. But the real reason Verizon Communications stands out is because it has a high chance of being able to continue to pay this for years to come, something that is quite desirable if you are looking to create an income portfolio. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Mitsubishi UFJ Kokusai Asset Management Co. National Pension Service raised its stake in Verizon Communications by 8.7% in the third quarter. But the real reason Verizon Communications stands out is because it has a high chance of being able to continue to pay this for years to come, something that is quite desirable if you are looking to create an income portfolio. (more...)
Ontario brings in foreign housing tax to cool Toronto market
- April 22, 2017
The initial signs were that Toronto would not to go down that road. "One of the things that we have talked about within caucus is. the interaction between the housing market in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and in Ottawa or London", the premier said. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
The initial signs were that Toronto would not to go down that road. "One of the things that we have talked about within caucus is. the interaction between the housing market in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and in Ottawa or London", the premier said. (more...)
Opec chief sees oil producers near to re-balancing market
- April 22, 2017
Gasoline stocks posted a counter-seasonal build of 1.5 million barrels, despite heavier refining activity. Oil-market news . Oil-exporting countries are moving closer toward ending a global glut and re-balancing the market, and OPEC will decide in May whether to extend production cuts, the group's Secretary-General Mohammad Barkindo said. (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Gasoline stocks posted a counter-seasonal build of 1.5 million barrels, despite heavier refining activity. Oil-market news . Oil-exporting countries are moving closer toward ending a global glut and re-balancing the market, and OPEC will decide in May whether to extend production cuts, the group's Secretary-General Mohammad Barkindo said. (more...)
Blazers big man Nurkic upgraded to 'doubtful' for Game 3
- April 22, 2017
Game 2 may have made it clear that the Golden State Warriors can play their first-round series versus the Portland Trail Blazers without Kevin Durant. With the big man in the starting lineup, Portland was 14-5. "It felt good to finish the game but afterward it tightened up on me a little bit and I was sore for the next few days". (more...)
- April 22, 2017
Game 2 may have made it clear that the Golden State Warriors can play their first-round series versus the Portland Trail Blazers without Kevin Durant. With the big man in the starting lineup, Portland was 14-5. "It felt good to finish the game but afterward it tightened up on me a little bit and I was sore for the next few days". (more...)
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