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Dollar falls below ¥110 in Tokyo on North Korea risks
- August 12, 2017
The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index fell 143.08 points to 15,074.25, with almost all of its sectors moving lower. In earnings news, retailers were under pressure after Macy's and Kohl's each reported lower second-quarter sales, reviving worries about consumer discretionary stocks . (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index fell 143.08 points to 15,074.25, with almost all of its sectors moving lower. In earnings news, retailers were under pressure after Macy's and Kohl's each reported lower second-quarter sales, reviving worries about consumer discretionary stocks . (more...)
United States stocks fall again on North Korea tensions
- August 12, 2017
The Nasdaq composite lost 13.31 points, or 0.2 percent, to 6,370.46. The threat followed U.S. President Donald Trump's warning on Tuesday that any threats by Pyongyang would be "met with fire and fury like the world has never seen ". (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The Nasdaq composite lost 13.31 points, or 0.2 percent, to 6,370.46. The threat followed U.S. President Donald Trump's warning on Tuesday that any threats by Pyongyang would be "met with fire and fury like the world has never seen ". (more...)
Five attempts were made to stop PDP convention - Makarfi
- August 12, 2017
The Governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose , pledged the party's governors' commitment and submission to PDP decisions. "As leaders, we must read the times and take responsibility". Kashamu was said to be the one who helped Modu-Sheriff procure court judgements that stalled the last two convention of the party in May and August 2016, as well as some of the contradictory judgements by trial courts during the PDP imbroglio. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The Governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose , pledged the party's governors' commitment and submission to PDP decisions. "As leaders, we must read the times and take responsibility". Kashamu was said to be the one who helped Modu-Sheriff procure court judgements that stalled the last two convention of the party in May and August 2016, as well as some of the contradictory judgements by trial courts during the PDP imbroglio. (more...)
Stock markets lower, gold price continues to rise amid political tensions
- August 12, 2017
Indeed, US equities sold off at the open and added to those losses this afternoon following President Trump's latest warning to North Korea . Trump's threats have escalated since reports broke at the beginning of the week that North Korea had successfully produced a nuclear warhead that could fit inside its missiles. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Indeed, US equities sold off at the open and added to those losses this afternoon following President Trump's latest warning to North Korea . Trump's threats have escalated since reports broke at the beginning of the week that North Korea had successfully produced a nuclear warhead that could fit inside its missiles. (more...)
Should You Buy TELUS Corporation (NYSE:TU) On Current Analyst Views?
- August 12, 2017
Finally, Nexus Investment Management Inc. raised its position in TELUS Corporation by 0.4% in the first quarter. Bank of Montreal Can now owns 20,367,826 shares of the Wireless communications provider's stock valued at $661,547,000 after buying an additional 2,588,423 shares during the period. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Finally, Nexus Investment Management Inc. raised its position in TELUS Corporation by 0.4% in the first quarter. Bank of Montreal Can now owns 20,367,826 shares of the Wireless communications provider's stock valued at $661,547,000 after buying an additional 2,588,423 shares during the period. (more...)
China's quantum satellite sends hack-proof code from space
- August 12, 2017
That time, Pentagon claimed that the launching of the satellite was indeed a "notable advance" move from the Asian country. China has demonstrated a world first by sending data over long distances using satellites which is potentially unhackable , laying the basis for next generation encryption based on so-called "quantum cryptography". (more...)
- August 12, 2017
That time, Pentagon claimed that the launching of the satellite was indeed a "notable advance" move from the Asian country. China has demonstrated a world first by sending data over long distances using satellites which is potentially unhackable , laying the basis for next generation encryption based on so-called "quantum cryptography". (more...)
Top earnings, North Korea concerns set the stage on Wall Street
- August 12, 2017
North Korea's threats against Guam have clearly got a backbone and we have heard quite specific timelines. Materials, a sector that includes gold producers and other resource-based companies, was the lone gainer among the index's 10 main sectors, rising 0.7 per cent. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
North Korea's threats against Guam have clearly got a backbone and we have heard quite specific timelines. Materials, a sector that includes gold producers and other resource-based companies, was the lone gainer among the index's 10 main sectors, rising 0.7 per cent. (more...)
United States stocks close lower after President Trump's remarks to North Korea
- August 12, 2017
The S&P 500 index had its biggest one-day drop in nearly three months on Thursday as investors fled riskier assets, with technology stocks leading the charge, in response to an increasingly aggressive exchange of threats between the United States and North Korea . (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The S&P 500 index had its biggest one-day drop in nearly three months on Thursday as investors fled riskier assets, with technology stocks leading the charge, in response to an increasingly aggressive exchange of threats between the United States and North Korea . (more...)
Dow slips 100 points as tensions with N.Korea escalate
- August 12, 2017
In the first four days of the week, the Standard & Poor's 500 index swung from marking its latest record high to posting its biggest single-day drop in almost three months. CURRENCIES: The euro was down 0.1 percent at $1.175 while the dollar fell 0.6 percent to 109.68 yen. Subdued U.S. inflation has stirred doubts about the chances of another Fed interest rate hike this year, which have weighed on the dollar. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
In the first four days of the week, the Standard & Poor's 500 index swung from marking its latest record high to posting its biggest single-day drop in almost three months. CURRENCIES: The euro was down 0.1 percent at $1.175 while the dollar fell 0.6 percent to 109.68 yen. Subdued U.S. inflation has stirred doubts about the chances of another Fed interest rate hike this year, which have weighed on the dollar. (more...)
Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) Receives Average Recommendation of "Hold" from Analysts
- August 12, 2017
It has underperformed by 7.44% the S&P500. Salzhauer Michael increased Rite Aid Corp ( RAD ) stake by 3612.45% reported in 2016Q4 SEC filing. The stock traded at a volume of 22.55 million shares. Alpine Ptnrs Vi Llc invested in 2.52% or 652,999 shares. Dynamic Management Ltd has invested 0.35% of its portfolio in Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD). (more...)
- August 12, 2017
It has underperformed by 7.44% the S&P500. Salzhauer Michael increased Rite Aid Corp ( RAD ) stake by 3612.45% reported in 2016Q4 SEC filing. The stock traded at a volume of 22.55 million shares. Alpine Ptnrs Vi Llc invested in 2.52% or 652,999 shares. Dynamic Management Ltd has invested 0.35% of its portfolio in Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD). (more...)
Wal-Mart in hot water over 'back to school' gun display
- August 12, 2017
Walmart says "what's seen in this photograph would never be acceptable in our stores". 'We regret this situation and are looking into how it could have happened, ' the spokesperson added. 'Is this real? Literally... One person asked: "What are you suggesting?" It should also be noted that despite its clearly insensitive sign placement, the store is not "selling its guns to schoolchildren". (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Walmart says "what's seen in this photograph would never be acceptable in our stores". 'We regret this situation and are looking into how it could have happened, ' the spokesperson added. 'Is this real? Literally... One person asked: "What are you suggesting?" It should also be noted that despite its clearly insensitive sign placement, the store is not "selling its guns to schoolchildren". (more...)
Korea Investment CORP Cuts Position in Discovery Communications, Inc. (DISCA)
- August 12, 2017
Pacific Global Investment Management Company, which manages about $700.64 million and $491.88 million US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Saia Inc (NASDAQ:SAIA) by 26,570 shares to 203,106 shares, valued at $8.97 million in 2016Q4, according to the filing. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Pacific Global Investment Management Company, which manages about $700.64 million and $491.88 million US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Saia Inc (NASDAQ:SAIA) by 26,570 shares to 203,106 shares, valued at $8.97 million in 2016Q4, according to the filing. (more...)
RBI Surplus To Centre Falls Sharply To Rs 30659 Crore
- August 12, 2017
The government had accounted for a dividend of Rs 74,901 crore from the RBI and other financial institutions in the Union Budget for 2017-18. RBI transferred about 80% of its income as surplus in the previous three years. The dividend pay-out was less than Rs. 33,010 crore in 2012-13. Over the past two years, the RBI transferred the entire surplus generated to the government via the dividend. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The government had accounted for a dividend of Rs 74,901 crore from the RBI and other financial institutions in the Union Budget for 2017-18. RBI transferred about 80% of its income as surplus in the previous three years. The dividend pay-out was less than Rs. 33,010 crore in 2012-13. Over the past two years, the RBI transferred the entire surplus generated to the government via the dividend. (more...)
Teekay Corporation (NYSE:TK) Plans Quarterly Dividend of $0.06
- August 12, 2017
Hi-Crush Partners LP (HCLP) surprised the stock market in its last reported earnings when it earned $0.18 a piece versus the consensus-estimated $0.15. Teekay Offshore Partners L.P.'s dividend payout ratio is now 8.16%. Several institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of TK. Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Hi-Crush Partners LP (HCLP) surprised the stock market in its last reported earnings when it earned $0.18 a piece versus the consensus-estimated $0.15. Teekay Offshore Partners L.P.'s dividend payout ratio is now 8.16%. Several institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of TK. Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (more...)
Petroleo Brasileiro SA- Petro (PBR) Stake Decreased by Dimensional Fund Advisors Lp
- August 12, 2017
Credit Suisse maintained Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (NYSE:PBR) on Monday, September 26 with "Neutral" rating. It has outperformed by 1.95% the S&P500. - Petrobras (:PBR-A), we can see that the stock has moved onto today's list of most actives. The stock has "Neutral" rating by PiperJaffray on Monday, October 31. (more...)
- August 12, 2017
Credit Suisse maintained Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (NYSE:PBR) on Monday, September 26 with "Neutral" rating. It has outperformed by 1.95% the S&P500. - Petrobras (:PBR-A), we can see that the stock has moved onto today's list of most actives. The stock has "Neutral" rating by PiperJaffray on Monday, October 31. (more...)
TSX hits 1-month low on risk aversion, lower oil prices
- August 12, 2017
The benchmark S&P 500 index tumbled more than 1 percent on Thursday, only the third time this year it has fallen that much, while the Nasdaq shed more than 2 percent. Core prices had been expected to rise by 0.2 percent. The precious metal is often seen as a safe haven for investors during times of uncertainty. "The level which we are looking at now is $1,300". (more...)
- August 12, 2017
The benchmark S&P 500 index tumbled more than 1 percent on Thursday, only the third time this year it has fallen that much, while the Nasdaq shed more than 2 percent. Core prices had been expected to rise by 0.2 percent. The precious metal is often seen as a safe haven for investors during times of uncertainty. "The level which we are looking at now is $1,300". (more...)
US stocks slip amid heightened US-North Korea tensions
- August 11, 2017
Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un raise tensions; S&P and Dow -0.3%, Nasdaq -0.7%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average .DJI closed down 204.69 points, or 0.93 percent, at 21,844.01, the S&P 500 .SPX lost 35.81 points, or 1.45 percent, to end the session at 2,438.21 and the Nasdaq Composite .IXIC fell 135.46 points, or 2.13 percent, to 6,216.87. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un raise tensions; S&P and Dow -0.3%, Nasdaq -0.7%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average .DJI closed down 204.69 points, or 0.93 percent, at 21,844.01, the S&P 500 .SPX lost 35.81 points, or 1.45 percent, to end the session at 2,438.21 and the Nasdaq Composite .IXIC fell 135.46 points, or 2.13 percent, to 6,216.87. (more...)
Sir Mo edges closer to another gold
- August 11, 2017
He said post race: "I'm a bit exhausted but you have just got to recover". "I'm cold, it was miserable out there but it's job done". I had to switch off and go again. "It ain't easy. You have seen that with Usain Bolt". No one is going to give it to you, no matter who you are. "But these boys are hungry and they are coming for me and I'm not taking anything for granted". (more...)
- August 11, 2017
He said post race: "I'm a bit exhausted but you have just got to recover". "I'm cold, it was miserable out there but it's job done". I had to switch off and go again. "It ain't easy. You have seen that with Usain Bolt". No one is going to give it to you, no matter who you are. "But these boys are hungry and they are coming for me and I'm not taking anything for granted". (more...)
Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN) Stock Rating Lowered by Vetr Inc
- August 11, 2017
Nordstrom has an average rating of "Hold" and an average price target of $47.36. They set an "accumulate" rating and a $54.00 target price for the company. COPYRIGHT VIOLATION NOTICE: "Brokerages Anticipate Nordstrom, Inc ". If you are accessing this news story on another domain, it was stolen and republished in violation of USA and global trademark & copyright law. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
Nordstrom has an average rating of "Hold" and an average price target of $47.36. They set an "accumulate" rating and a $54.00 target price for the company. COPYRIGHT VIOLATION NOTICE: "Brokerages Anticipate Nordstrom, Inc ". If you are accessing this news story on another domain, it was stolen and republished in violation of USA and global trademark & copyright law. (more...)
Active Stock on Watch: Magellan Midstream Partners LP (MMP)
- August 11, 2017
LLC purchased a new stake in shares of American Midstream Partners, during the second quarter worth about $159,000. At current levels, Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.38 EPS. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 19.4% compared to the same quarter previous year. (more...)
- August 11, 2017
LLC purchased a new stake in shares of American Midstream Partners, during the second quarter worth about $159,000. At current levels, Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.38 EPS. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 19.4% compared to the same quarter previous year. (more...)
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