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Dollar Remains on the Downside with Fed in Focus
- September 21, 2017
The S&P 500 and Dow had both hit new peaks on Monday despite some late pressure on big tech stocks. Tuesday marked the start of a two-day meeting of the USA central bank. ASIA'S DAY: The Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.3 percent to 3,362.86 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng added 1.3 percent to 28,159.77. FED WATCH: Investors are looking ahead to this week's Fed policy meeting for indications on the timing of the next rate hike and when the Fed might start shrinking its ... (more...)
- September 21, 2017
The S&P 500 and Dow had both hit new peaks on Monday despite some late pressure on big tech stocks. Tuesday marked the start of a two-day meeting of the USA central bank. ASIA'S DAY: The Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.3 percent to 3,362.86 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng added 1.3 percent to 28,159.77. FED WATCH: Investors are looking ahead to this week's Fed policy meeting for indications on the timing of the next rate hike and when the Fed might start shrinking its ... (more...)
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc
- September 20, 2017
The company was maintained on Wednesday, June 21 by Jefferies. Amid volatile financial markets and the presidential election, various investment brokerages have made amendments to their price targets and ratings on shares of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc . (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The company was maintained on Wednesday, June 21 by Jefferies. Amid volatile financial markets and the presidential election, various investment brokerages have made amendments to their price targets and ratings on shares of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc . (more...)
'Life threatening' Category 5 hurricane Maria barrels into Puerto Rico
- September 20, 2017
Thomas and St. John, were devastated. Hurricane Maria left a trail of "widespread destruction" on the small island of Dominica on Tuesday, then took aim at the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico as a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm . (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Thomas and St. John, were devastated. Hurricane Maria left a trail of "widespread destruction" on the small island of Dominica on Tuesday, then took aim at the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico as a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm . (more...)
United States defence contractor Northrop Grumman acquiring Orbital ATK Inc
- September 20, 2017
Great West Life Assurance Co. Northrop's investments since then have largely focused on share repurchases and dividends. Days to cover increased 1.0 to 3.0 and the short interest percentage is 0.01% as of August 31. Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. CNBC reported that news of the deal saw Orbital's shares jump by more than 19 percent. BidaskClub raised Orbital ATK from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating in a report on Saturday, July 8th. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Great West Life Assurance Co. Northrop's investments since then have largely focused on share repurchases and dividends. Days to cover increased 1.0 to 3.0 and the short interest percentage is 0.01% as of August 31. Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. CNBC reported that news of the deal saw Orbital's shares jump by more than 19 percent. BidaskClub raised Orbital ATK from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating in a report on Saturday, July 8th. (more...)
Proterra's electric bus drives 1101.2 miles on single charge
- September 20, 2017
Proterra , a start-up company for electric vehicles, has developed a bus that is capable of doing 1100 miles on a single charge. "Early electric bus adopters like our first customer, Foothill Transit , have paved the way for future heavy-duty applications, like motor coaches and commercial trucks". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Proterra , a start-up company for electric vehicles, has developed a bus that is capable of doing 1100 miles on a single charge. "Early electric bus adopters like our first customer, Foothill Transit , have paved the way for future heavy-duty applications, like motor coaches and commercial trucks". (more...)
Ryanair may face new pilot battle amid flight cancellation fallout
- September 20, 2017
The company's colourful chief executive Michael O'Leary said on Monday that he took personal responsibility for the "mess" which he mainly attributed to the planning of pilot holidays. The customers have now been contacted with offers of alternative flights or refunds, says the budget carrier. "We expect to have the vast majority of these completed by the end of this week". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The company's colourful chief executive Michael O'Leary said on Monday that he took personal responsibility for the "mess" which he mainly attributed to the planning of pilot holidays. The customers have now been contacted with offers of alternative flights or refunds, says the budget carrier. "We expect to have the vast majority of these completed by the end of this week". (more...)
Three things to watch at this week's Federal Reserve meeting
- September 20, 2017
He said if Yellen aligns with New York Fed President William Dudley it could give a rude shock to those who feel economic data should play a bigger role in dictating policy. Any damage in the markets could also extend to assets such as stocks, which have set record highs as investors have shifted money into stocks and away from low-interest bonds. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
He said if Yellen aligns with New York Fed President William Dudley it could give a rude shock to those who feel economic data should play a bigger role in dictating policy. Any damage in the markets could also extend to assets such as stocks, which have set record highs as investors have shifted money into stocks and away from low-interest bonds. (more...)
Falling yogurt sales weigh on General Mills
- September 20, 2017
Zacks' earnings per share averages are a mean average based on a survey of analysts that follow General Mills. The current rate undoubtedly measures the productivity of the firm's investment alongside the indications on the stability of the company's share price. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Zacks' earnings per share averages are a mean average based on a survey of analysts that follow General Mills. The current rate undoubtedly measures the productivity of the firm's investment alongside the indications on the stability of the company's share price. (more...)
OECD Sees Further Uptick In Global Growth In 2018
- September 20, 2017
Emerging markets are key for overall global growth - strong future growth depends on deeper reforms. The world economy is seen growing 3.7 percent in 2018, up 0.1 point from the previous projection, after a 3.5 percent increase in the previous year, unchanged, the OECD said. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Emerging markets are key for overall global growth - strong future growth depends on deeper reforms. The world economy is seen growing 3.7 percent in 2018, up 0.1 point from the previous projection, after a 3.5 percent increase in the previous year, unchanged, the OECD said. (more...)
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (TEVA) Lifted to "Sell" at BidaskClub
- September 20, 2017
It has underperformed by 58.40% the S&P500. The company has market cap of $954.28 million. The Firm operates through two divisions: Generic medicines and Specialty medicines. The Oregon-based Quest Investment Management Inc Or has invested 2.26% in the stock. Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nineteen have issued a hold rating, seven have assigned a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the stock. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
It has underperformed by 58.40% the S&P500. The company has market cap of $954.28 million. The Firm operates through two divisions: Generic medicines and Specialty medicines. The Oregon-based Quest Investment Management Inc Or has invested 2.26% in the stock. Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nineteen have issued a hold rating, seven have assigned a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the stock. (more...)
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ:BBBY) tumbles -15.69% in pre-session trade
- September 20, 2017
Pacer Advisors Inc. now owns 23,286 shares of the retailer's stock worth $708,000 after acquiring an additional 757 shares during the period. First Quadrant L P CA bought a new stake in Bed Bath & Beyond in the 2nd quarter valued at about $141,000. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Pacer Advisors Inc. now owns 23,286 shares of the retailer's stock worth $708,000 after acquiring an additional 757 shares during the period. First Quadrant L P CA bought a new stake in Bed Bath & Beyond in the 2nd quarter valued at about $141,000. (more...)
Adobe Shares Fall on In-Line Forecast
- September 20, 2017
Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ: ADBE ) has risen 42.29% since September 20, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 25.59% the S&P500. BlackRock Inc. It operates through three divisions: Digital Media, Digital Marketing , and Print and Publishing. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.02 in 2016 Q4. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Adobe Systems Incorporated (NASDAQ: ADBE ) has risen 42.29% since September 20, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 25.59% the S&P500. BlackRock Inc. It operates through three divisions: Digital Media, Digital Marketing , and Print and Publishing. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.02 in 2016 Q4. (more...)
Wheeler Real Estate Investment Trust Inc (NASDAQ:WHLR) Institutional Investors Sentiment
- September 20, 2017
After a recent market check, we have noted that the Ultimate Oscillator reading is under 40 on shares of Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (BOWFF). The stock's market capitalization is $701.06 million. The Company has a primary investment focus on retail shopping malls located in the eastern half of the United States, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
After a recent market check, we have noted that the Ultimate Oscillator reading is under 40 on shares of Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (BOWFF). The stock's market capitalization is $701.06 million. The Company has a primary investment focus on retail shopping malls located in the eastern half of the United States, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region. (more...)
US Navy fires two commanders after Asia sea accidents
- September 20, 2017
During his opening remarks, McCain, whose familial ties to the Navy span multiple generations, read aloud the names of several honored guests in attendance. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald , damaged by colliding with a Philippine-flagged merchant vessel, is towed by a tugboat upon its arrival at the USA naval base in Yokosuka, south of Tokyo, Japan June 17, 2017. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
During his opening remarks, McCain, whose familial ties to the Navy span multiple generations, read aloud the names of several honored guests in attendance. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald , damaged by colliding with a Philippine-flagged merchant vessel, is towed by a tugboat upon its arrival at the USA naval base in Yokosuka, south of Tokyo, Japan June 17, 2017. (more...)
UK Retail Sales Growth Accelerates In August
- September 20, 2017
Year-on-year, retail sales volume growth improved to 2.4% from 1.4%. Retail sales were unexpectedly strong in August, suggesting that the United Kingdom consumer is in better shape than thought and increasing the likelihood of a near term Bank of England interest rate hike. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Year-on-year, retail sales volume growth improved to 2.4% from 1.4%. Retail sales were unexpectedly strong in August, suggesting that the United Kingdom consumer is in better shape than thought and increasing the likelihood of a near term Bank of England interest rate hike. (more...)
Toshiba Decides to Sell Chip Unit to Bain-Led Team (News)
- September 20, 2017
Toshiba shares jumped 2.86 percent to 324 yen, while SK Hynix shares were up 0.63 percent. The make-up of the consortium could spell trouble ahead, said Hideki Yasuda, an analyst at Ace Research Institute. SK Hynix is South Korea's second largest chipmaker, after Samsung Electronics, and also ranks second in terms of sales in the global DRAM market. After struggling due to a financial crunch caused by its now-bankrupt U.S. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Toshiba shares jumped 2.86 percent to 324 yen, while SK Hynix shares were up 0.63 percent. The make-up of the consortium could spell trouble ahead, said Hideki Yasuda, an analyst at Ace Research Institute. SK Hynix is South Korea's second largest chipmaker, after Samsung Electronics, and also ranks second in terms of sales in the global DRAM market. After struggling due to a financial crunch caused by its now-bankrupt U.S. (more...)
Thyssenkrupp, Tata to combine Europe steel ops
- September 20, 2017
Tata Steel last month reached a landmark deal that will allow it to reduce 15 billion pounds ($20 billion) in pension liabilities, long seen as the main hurdle in talks between the companies, which have lasted more than a year and a half. Tata also has significant steel operations in the Netherlands . "As always, the devil will be in the detail and we are seeking further assurances on jobs, investment and future production across the United Kingdom operations". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Tata Steel last month reached a landmark deal that will allow it to reduce 15 billion pounds ($20 billion) in pension liabilities, long seen as the main hurdle in talks between the companies, which have lasted more than a year and a half. Tata also has significant steel operations in the Netherlands . "As always, the devil will be in the detail and we are seeking further assurances on jobs, investment and future production across the United Kingdom operations". (more...)
Unusual Activity Spotted in Regal Entertainment Group (RGC)
- September 20, 2017
About 93,699 shares traded. First Mercantile Trust Co acquired 12,854 shares as Cadence Design Sys Inc (CDNS)'s stock rose 8.54%. It has underperformed by 0.51% the S&P500. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.09 in Q4 2016. The value of the position overall is up by 1,187.0%. The MESA Adaptive Moving Average, which was developed by John Ehlers, is a technical trend-following indicator which adapts to price movement "based on the rate change of phase as measured by the Hilbert Transform ... (more...)
- September 20, 2017
About 93,699 shares traded. First Mercantile Trust Co acquired 12,854 shares as Cadence Design Sys Inc (CDNS)'s stock rose 8.54%. It has underperformed by 0.51% the S&P500. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.09 in Q4 2016. The value of the position overall is up by 1,187.0%. The MESA Adaptive Moving Average, which was developed by John Ehlers, is a technical trend-following indicator which adapts to price movement "based on the rate change of phase as measured by the Hilbert Transform ... (more...)
Wall St little changed as investors focus on Fed meeting
- September 20, 2017
The US dollar index has now fallen by over 12% from its January 2017 peak helping the rupee gain around 7% over the same time. While market prices suggest less certainty, 76 percent of respondents to the CNBC Fed Survey believe the central bank will hike interest rates in December. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The US dollar index has now fallen by over 12% from its January 2017 peak helping the rupee gain around 7% over the same time. While market prices suggest less certainty, 76 percent of respondents to the CNBC Fed Survey believe the central bank will hike interest rates in December. (more...)
FCA Announces Huge Recall of Heavy Duty Ram Trucks
- September 20, 2017
FCA says customer feedback led to an investigation that uncovered that certain conditions can cause the water pump to overheat. The recall includes a total of around 494,000 Pick-up trucks from the Ram brand with model years from 2013 to 2017. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
FCA says customer feedback led to an investigation that uncovered that certain conditions can cause the water pump to overheat. The recall includes a total of around 494,000 Pick-up trucks from the Ram brand with model years from 2013 to 2017. (more...)
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