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• Nucor’s Profit Takes A Huge Leap
• Align Beats, Gets Ambitious
• Forex – EUR/USD Up In Asian Trade
• Goodrich’s Good Start To The Year
• Intel Posts Solid Results, Outlook
• WDC Exceeds, EPS Tumbles
• Athenahealth Chosen By CalHIPSO
• Baxter Beats Fair And Square
• Travelers Ahead Of Estimates
• Forex – USD/JPY Up During Asian Trade
• Dover Beats, Guides Higher
• DuPont Profits, Outlook Bright
• Sherwin-Williams Beats Estimates
• Will The S&P 500, Silver, Gold, & Oil Breakout?
• NY Times Misses By A Penny
• PNC Profit Shoots, Top Line Topples
• AmEx Outperforms, Steady For Future
• Taubman Centers Beats Estimates
• Forex – NZD/USD Up In Asian Trade
• Leading Economic Index Increases For 24th Month, 1st Time In 40 Years; Recovery Remains On Track
• Earnings Preview: A Very Busy Week
• Gen-Probe Trichomonas Test Cleared
• T. Rowe Price Profit Soars
• Phillip Morris Beats; Lifts Guidance
• Fifth Third Lags Estimate
• AEP Beats On EPS, Barely Misses Rev
• AMB Beats Marginally
• First Horizon Swings To Profit
• Stock Market Summary For Thursday, April 21, 2011 AAPL Update
• Janus Capital Beats Ests By A Penny
• CSN Strikes Deal With Rio Tinto
• Kansas City Southern Delivers
• ONEOK Hikes Distribution As Planned
• Office Depot Exits Canada
• Sonoco Hikes Div, Repurchases
• Hot Option Plays: Claims Data Puts Brakes On Run But Market Holds
• Hot Option Plays: Market Perspective & Perception
• BP: Continuing The Blame Game?
• Strong Quarter For Cepheid
• Earnings Preview: Celgene
• Xerox Exceeds Estimates In 1Q
• Earnings Preview: American Capital Agency Corp.
• Closing Bell Market Monitor: AAPL, GE, MS
• Forex – EUR/USD Up At The End Of U.S. Session
• Turkey Central Bank Holds Rate, Lifts Reserve Requirements
• Seagate To Take Over Samsung HDD
• Patriot Coal Posts Wider Loss
• Forex – USD/JPY Down Toward The End Of U.S. Session
• Capital One Runs Past Estimates
• Earnings Preview: Praxair Inc.
• F5 Networks Tops On Product Demand
• BB&T Goes A Penny Ahead Of Estimate
• Kinder Morgan Trails Estimates
• BioMarin Cut To Underperform
• Forex – EUR/USD Up Toward The End Of U.S. Session
• Instead Of Modeling Risk, Why Not Control It?
• U.S. Markets Close Higher; Dow Jones Up 0.42%
• Yahoo Beats, Guides In-line
• Southwest Reports In Line
• MGIC Investment Lags Estimate
• L-3 Communications Tops On EPS
• Nokia Surprises In 1Q11
• Pros And Cons Balance Dean Foods
• Honeywell Beats Estimates
• Stock Market Summary For Thursday, April 21, 2011 Special Alert AAPL
• Forex – GBP/USD Up During The U.S. Session
• Barron’s On Gold Stock Trades: Prepare To Exit Before The Herd
• MS Drugs Drive Biogen Results
• UnitedHealth Beats Estimates
• Earnings Preview: IGT
• Recovery Watch
• Terex Swings To 1Q Profit
• Mixed Quarter For Newmont
• Forex – USD/CAD Up In U.S. Trade
• IDEX Beats Zacks Estimate
• Sallie Mae Tops Zacks Estimate
• Chipotle Beats Sales, Not Margins
• Strong Demand For Services Lifts Schlumberger
• Tax Rates And Share Of Tax Revenues From Top 1%
• Forex – EUR/USD Up In U.S. Trading Hours
• Can You Make Me Rich By Christmas?

Nucor’s Profit Takes A Huge Leap Posted: 21 Apr 2011 05:05 PM PDT Nucor Corporation (NYSE:NUE) reported a stupendous increase in profit to $190.8 million or 56 cents per share (excluding special items) in the first quarter of 2011 from $55 million or 15 cents per share (excluding special items) in the same quarter of 2010. With this, the company has beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 21 cents per share and its own guidance of 30 cents–35 cents per share. Consolidated sales surged 32% to $4.83 billion due to a 22% increase in average price per ton and a 9% … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Align Beats, Gets Ambitious Posted: 21 Apr 2011 05:05 PM PDT Align Technology (NASDAQ:ALGN) reported first quarter 2011 adjusted EPS of 21 cents, beating both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 17 cents and the year-ago quarter's 20 cents.Sequentially the adjusted EPS increased 50% from 14 cents. Total revenue increased 16.4% year over year to $104.9 million (above the company's guidance of $99.0−$102.5 million), beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $101.0 million. Align witnessed balanced sales growth across all its channels during the reported … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – EUR/USD Up In Asian Trade Posted: 21 Apr 2011 05:05 PM PDT Forex Pros – The Euro was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Friday.<br/><br/> EUR/USD was trading at 1.4560, up 0.06% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 1.4157, Monday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 1.4648, Thursday&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the Euro was up against the British Pound and down against the Japanese Yen, with EUR/GBP gaining 0.06% to hit 0.8814 and EUR/JPY falling 0.001% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Goodrich’s Good Start To The Year Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:40 PM PDT Goodrich Corporation (NYSE:GR) announced first quarter 2011 operating earnings of $1.52 per share versus 86 cents in the year-ago quarter, reflecting a growth of 9.6%. The first quarter results surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 27 cents. The strong earnings of the company during the quarter was mainly due to growth in sales in all market channels of the company, benefits from cost cutting initiatives, strong operational performance and favorable changes in estimates for certain long-term … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Intel Posts Solid Results, Outlook Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:35 PM PDT Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC) reported first quarter earnings of 59 cents per share that beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 13 cents. Shares soared in response to the news. Solid revenue growth across all segments, and contributions from the McAfee and Infineon acquisitions offset the higher level of expenses to deliver the solid numbers. Revenue Intel reported revenue of $12.8 billion that was better than management's original guidance range of $11.5 billion (+/- $400 million). Revenue for the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

WDC Exceeds, EPS Tumbles Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:35 PM PDT Western Digital Corporation (NYSE:WDC) reported third quarter fiscal 2011 earnings per share (EPS) of 66 cents, which exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 65 cents. Revenues of $2.25 billion also bettered the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.24 billion. Revenues Third quarter fiscal 2011 revenue of $2.25 billion declined 14.8% year over year and 9.0% sequentially. The downfall was due to a $6.0 year over year and $2.0 sequential decline in average hard drive selling price, to $45 per unit. … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Athenahealth Chosen By CalHIPSO Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:35 PM PDT Medical billing and records software provider Athenahealth Inc (NASDAQ:ATHN) has been chosen as a vendor for its electronic health record ("EHR") services by California Health Information Partnership and Services Organizations ("CalHIPSO"), a nonprofit organization that offers programs and services to help medical providers adopt EHR systems. CalHIPSO, the regional extension center ("REC") in California (except Los Angeles and Orange County), is responsible for the adoption and … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Baxter Beats Fair And Square Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:35 PM PDT Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX) reported first-quarter 2011 adjusted (excluding one-time items) earnings per share of 98 cents, beating the corresponding Zacks Consensus Estimate of 93 cents, and surpassing the year-ago results also of 93 cents. The results exceeded Baxter's earlier guidance of 92 cents to 94 cents. Baxter reported profit of $570 million (or 98 cents a share) in the quarter versus a loss of $63 million (or 11 cents a share) a year ago. Its first quarter results in 2010 … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Travelers Ahead Of Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:35 PM PDT The Travelers Companies (NYSE:TRV) reported operating earnings of $1.89 per share in the first quarter, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.55 by 34 cents. Results were also ahead of $1.22 earned in the prior year quarter. Operating income was $826 million, up 31% from $631 million in the first quarter of 2010. Higher underwriting gains, favorable resolution of prior-year tax matters, lower catastrophe losses and lower outstanding shares helped the company to post improved … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – USD/JPY Up During Asian Trade Posted: 21 Apr 2011 04:15 PM PDT Forex Pros – The U.S. Dollar was higher against the Japanese Yen on Thursday.<br/><br/> USD/JPY was trading at 81.91, up 0.06% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 81.62, today&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 83.26, Monday&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the U.S. Dollar was down against the Euro and up against the British Pound, with EUR/USD gaining 0.01% to hit 1.4553 and GBP/USD falling 0.03% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Dover Beats, Guides Higher Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:55 PM PDT Dover Corp. (NYSE:DOV) reported first-quarter 2011 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 92 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 90 cents. Results recorded a 42% increase over the prior-year quarter's EPS of 65 cents driven by strength in end-markets, with particular strength seen at Fluid Management and Industrial Products. EPS in the reported quarter however, excluded a tax benefit of 4 cents related to the favorable resolution of domestic tax position. Including this benefit, EPS in … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

DuPont Profits, Outlook Bright Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:55 PM PDT DuPont (NYSE:DD) reported an increase in profit to $1.43 billion or $1.52 per share in the first quarter of 2011 from $1.13 billion or $1.24 per share in the same quarter of 2010. The profit exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 15 cents per share. The improvement in profit was attributable to higher sales in the developing markets and strong volumes, especially in Safety & Protection, Agriculture & Nutrition and Electronics & Communications segments. Sales in the quarter grew 18% … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Sherwin-Williams Beats Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:55 PM PDT Sherwin-Williams Co. (NYSE:SHW) reported net earnings of 63 cents per share in the first quarter of 2011, more than double of 30 cents per share in the year-ago period and up 11 cents from the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 52 cents. The first quarter earnings also whizzed past the company's guided range of 48 cents to 58 cents per share. Net sales for the quarter increased 19% year over year to $1.85 billion driven by acquisitions and selling price increases. Sherwin-Williams' first quarter … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Will The S&P 500, Silver, Gold, & Oil Breakout? Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:38 PM PDT The price action in the financial markets this week has added to the continued confusion about where equity prices are headed. Precious metals and oil prices have been working higher for quite some time, but equity prices have been rather range bound now for over a month. Currently, the SPX looks poised to test the recent highs after selling off harshly this past Monday. Monday's price action in the SPX is a perfect example of panic level selling washing out weak investors and running stops … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

NY Times Misses By A Penny Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:35 PM PDT The New York Times Company (NYSE:NYT) recently posted lower-than-expected first-quarter 2011 results, reflecting sagging advertising and circulation revenues. The quarterly earnings of 2 cents a share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny, and dropped substantially from 11 cents earned in the prior-year quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate had remained stagnant prior to the earnings release with none of the 5 analysts following the stock revised their estimates in the last 30 or 7 … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

PNC Profit Shoots, Top Line Topples Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:35 PM PDT PNC Financial Services Group Inc.'s (NYSE:PNC) first-quarter 2011 adjusted earnings of $1.57 per share were ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.37. Results also compared favorably with adjusted earnings of 66 cents per share in the prior-year quarter. Consequently, reported net income increased 24% year over year to $832 million. However, earnings per share of 66 cents in the first quarter 2010 included a reduction of 50 cents per share related to the redemption of TARP preferred … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

AmEx Outperforms, Steady For Future Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:35 PM PDT Yesterday, American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) (AmEx) reported first quarter operating earnings of 97 cents per share, modestly ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 93 cents but dramatically ahead of the year-ago quarter's 73 cents. Meanwhile, net income increased 33% year over year to $1.18 billion from $885 million in the year-ago period. Results for American Express continued to benefit from an increased usage of cards with lesser defaults as consumers resumed their spending to that of … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Taubman Centers Beats Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:35 PM PDT Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE:TCO), a real estate investment trust (REIT), reported first quarter 2011 FFO (funds from operations) of 63 cents per share compared to 60 cents in the year-earlier quarter. Funds from operations, a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs, is obtained after adding depreciation and amortization and other non-cash expenses to net income, while adjusted FFO excludes the impairment and restructuring charges. The first quarter 2011 reported FFO beat the Zacks … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – NZD/USD Up In Asian Trade Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:35 PM PDT Forex Pros – The New Zealand Dollar was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> NZD/USD was trading at 0.8012, up 0.11% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 0.7822, Tuesday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 0.8038, today&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the New Zealand Dollar was up against the Australian Dollar and the Euro, with AUD/NZD shedding 0.10% to hit 1.3415 and EUR/NZD falling 0.09% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Leading Economic Index Increases For 24th Month, 1st Time In 40 Years; Recovery Remains On Track Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:09 PM PDT The Conference Board reported today that its Leading Economic Index (LEI) increased again in March (see chart above), which is the 24th consecutive monthly increase starting in April 2009 just before the recession officially ended in June of that year. The last time the Leading Economic Index increased every month for a two-year period was in the early 1970s, almost 40 years ago.  Says Ataman Ozyildirim, economist at The Conference Board: "The U.S. LEI continued to increase in March, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Earnings Preview: A Very Busy Week Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT Earnings Preview 4/21/11 Saying that next week will be a busy one for earnings is a bit like Noah's observation that is “looks like we might get some rain”. We are off to a good start on earnings season, but next week will probably be the most active. A total of 932 firms are due to report, including 181 from the S&P 500. Of the 932 firms reporting, 610 or 65.5% are expected to post higher EPS than a year ago. Among the S&P 500 firms, 130 or 71.8% are expected to show positive growth. … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Gen-Probe Trichomonas Test Cleared Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT Diagnostic products maker Gen-Probe Inc (NASDAQ:GPRO) has won the approval of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") for its APTIMA assay for Trichomonas vaginalis, a sexually transmitted disease. The California-based company filed the 510 (k) application for the assay with the regulator in October 2010. The APTIMA Trichomonas assay was cleared in Europe in June 2010.   Trichomonas, a sexually transmitted parasite, can cause inflammatory conditions such as vaginitis and … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

T. Rowe Price Profit Soars Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT T. Rowe Price Group Inc.'s (NASDAQ:TROW) first-quarter 2011 earnings of 72 cents per share were significantly up from 57 cents reported in the prior-year quarter. Higher-than-expected top-line growth and higher assets under management (AUM), partially offset by higher operating expenses, cumulated in improved performance. However, the quarter's earnings were below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 75 cents. Net income increased 27.2% to $194.6 million from $153.0 million in the year-ago … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Phillip Morris Beats; Lifts Guidance Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT Cigarette manufacturer and marketer Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) reported first-quarter 2011 earnings per share, excluding special items, of $1.06 a share. The result was 1.9% above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.04. However, compared to the prior-year period, Philip Morris' earnings per share were up 17.8%, attributable to price increases and strong volume growth in Asia. Revenue, Volumes & Margins During the quarter, Philip Morris' net revenues grew 4.5% year-over-year to … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Fifth Third Lags Estimate Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT Fifth Third Bancorp (NASDAQ:FITB) reported  first quarter net income available to common shareholders of $88 million or 10 cents per share, significantly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 27 cents. The results also compared unfavorably with net income of $270 million or 33 cents per share in the prior quarter, but compared favorably with net loss of $72 million or 9 cents in the prior-year quarter. The results were negatively affected by lower net interest income and non-interest income, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

AEP Beats On EPS, Barely Misses Rev Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT Before the markets opened, American Electric Power Company (NYSE:AEP) reported first quarter 2011 adjusted EPS of 82 cents, which surpassed the first quarter 2010 EPS of 76 cents and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 79 cents. Despite less favorable winter temperatures for the quarter in most of the regions, the year-over-year improvement resulted mainly from the company's cost-reduction initiatives and its success in recovering operating costs in rate proceedings in a number of jurisdictions. On … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

AMB Beats Marginally Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT AMB Property Corp. (NYSE:AMB), a leading global provider of distribution facilities, reported first quarter 2011 recurring fund from operations (FFO) of 33 cents per share compared with 31 cents in the year-earlier quarter. Fund from operations, a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs, is obtained after adding depreciation and other non-cash expenses to net income. The first quarter 2011 recurring FFO marginally beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. Total revenues during the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

First Horizon Swings To Profit Posted: 21 Apr 2011 03:05 PM PDT First Horizon National Corp.'s (NYSE:FHN) first quarter 2011 earnings of 15 cents per share were well ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 4 cents per share. Results also came in favorably compared with a loss of 20 cents per share in the prior quarter and a loss of 12 cents per share in the year-ago quarter. First quarter 2011 net income available to common shareholders was $40 million, compared to a loss of $49 million in the prior quarter. First Horizon's results significantly benefited … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Stock Market Summary For Thursday, April 21, 2011 AAPL Update Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:52 PM PDT Based on our prior update we removed Apple (symbol: AAPL) from the watch list at today’s closing price of $350.70. We feel from a technical perspective that the stock is not acting well even though the fundamental information has been good recently. We added AAPL on Thursday, February 24, 2011 at the intra-day price of $340.33. While on the watch list AAPL returned 3.0% in 56 … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Janus Capital Beats Ests By A Penny Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:35 PM PDT Janus Capital Group Inc.'s (NYSE:JNS) first-quarter 2011 earnings per share attributable to common shareholders came in at 21 cents, outpacing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny, aided by higher assets under management (AUM). However, results compared unfavorably with 36 cents reported in the prior quarter and favorably with 17 cents in the year-ago quarter. First-quarter 2011 results include 3 cents per share non-operating charge from the early retirement of debt. For the reported quarter, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

CSN Strikes Deal With Rio Tinto Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:35 PM PDT Brazil-based Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (NYSE:SID), or CSN, has agreed to sell its entire equity stake in the Australia-based mining company Riversdale Mining Limited to Rio Tinto Plc. Rio Tinto has obtained more than 72% of Riversdale's holding. According to the agreement, the company will dispose of its 19.9% stake in Riversdale (equivalent to 47.29 million common shares) for A$16.50 per share. The total consideration comes to approximately A$780.3 million (or US$830 million). Rio Tinto, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Kansas City Southern Delivers Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:25 PM PDT Kansas CitySouthern (NYSE:KSU), a leading freight rail transportation company, reported financial results for the first quarter of 2011. Quarterly net income was $62.6 million or 58 cents per share compared with $32.6 million or 34 cents per share in the year-ago quarter. Quarterly EPS of 58 cents was exactly in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Quarterly total revenue was $488.6 million, up 12% year over year, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $481 million. This was primarily … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

ONEOK Hikes Distribution As Planned Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:25 PM PDT ONEOK Partners L.P. (NYSE:OKS) said that its Board of Directors approved a one-cent increase in the quarterly cash distribution rate. The new distribution rate of $1.15 per unit will be effective from the first quarter of 2011 and is scheduled to be paid on May 13, 2011 to unitholders of record as of April 29, 2011. The new annualized cash distribution rate of the partnership is $4.60 per unit, reflecting growth of 0.9% from the previous annualized dividend rate of $4.56 per unit. ONEOK Partners … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Office Depot Exits Canada Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:25 PM PDT Office Depot Inc. (NYSE:ODP) recently announced that it will put up the shutters on its nine existing stores in Canada on June 11. However, it will continue to provide services to its customers through its Canadian website, according to Business Journal. The supplier of office products entered the Canadian market in 1992 by acquiring the Great Canadian Office Supplies Warehouse chain. Its exit will make around 180 Canadian workers jobless. Office Depot claims that the move was the part of the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Sonoco Hikes Div, Repurchases Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:25 PM PDT The Board of Directors of Sonoco Products Co. (NYSE:SON) declared an increase of a penny per share in the quarterly dividend from the previous dividend of 28 cents per share. The dividend at  the enhanced rate, amounting to 29 cents per share, will be payable on June 10, 2011 to shareholders of record as of May 13, 2011. According to management, this is the 29th consecutive year when Sonoco has increased dividend on its common stock. This is also the 344th quarter starting from 1925 when the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Hot Option Plays: Claims Data Puts Brakes On Run But Market Holds Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:18 PM PDT Cusick’s Corner Earnings continue to boost the market into the Midday. The Claims data, 403K, did put the brakes on the run from overnight but the market has held. The volume has been lighter than average at this stage but that might be because many desks are clearing out for the long weekend. The Buck, UUP, is still under pressure which has been a big catalyst for commodities, JJG/USO. The action in the Dollar has also increased bullish activity in the Emerging Markets, EEM. Keep an eye on the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Hot Option Plays: Market Perspective & Perception Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:18 PM PDT Cusick’s Corner I had a great conversation with my dad this afternoon about Perspective & Perception and why it would be a great topic for a Corner — so here I go. Perspective is how things appear, the reality. What we know is that earnings have been solid, economic data mixed and global markets in bull mode as well. Perception is more personal, it’s how you see the issue/thing. You might be looking at a chart and see it one way, like the Reverse Head and Shoulders that I pointed out … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

BP: Continuing The Blame Game? Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:05 PM PDT On the first anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon rig disaster, British giant BP plc (BP) has filed suits in the New Orleans federal court against two of its contractors – Transocean Ltd. (RIG) and Cameron International Corp. (CAM) – seeking billions of dollars in damages and other costs. The London-based group has accused Transocean and Cameron of negligence that led to the biggest environmental disaster in U.S. history.    As a reminder, on April 20, 2010, offshore driller … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Strong Quarter For Cepheid Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:05 PM PDT Cepheid (NASDAQ:CPHD) reported an adjusted EPS of 2 cents during the first quarter of fiscal 2011, much better than the loss of 6 cents in the year-ago period and the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of 1 cent. Revenues during the quarter increased 25.4% to $60.2 million, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $57 million. The upside was driven by a 22% growth in product sales to $57.6 million attributable to strong sales of reagents and systems. Based on strong revenue growth, Cepheid was able … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Earnings Preview: Celgene Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:05 PM PDT Celgene Corporation (NASDAQ:CELG) is all set to announce its first quarter 2011 results on April 28, 2011. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter is $0.73, representing a year-over-year increase of 35.2%. The performance of Celgene has fluctuated over the last four quarters. The company has missed estimates in two of the four quarters of 2010. The trailing four-quarter average is -1.08%. Fourth quarter 2010 recap Celgene's fourth quarter 2010 earnings (excluding special items but including … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Xerox Exceeds Estimates In 1Q Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:05 PM PDT Xerox Corporation (NYSE:XRX) reported a profit of $281 million or 19 cents per share in the first quarter of 2011, including $53 million or 4 cents per share charges on amortization of intangible assets. On excluding the charges, adjusted profit of Xerox amounted to $334 million or 23 cents per share, barely exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. The profit reflects significant improvement compared with the year-ago loss of $42 million or 4 cents per diluted … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Earnings Preview: American Capital Agency Corp. Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:05 PM PDT American Capital Agency Corp. (AGNC), a real estate investment trust, is scheduled to report its fiscal 2011 first quarter earnings after the closing bell on April 25, 2011. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the first quarter is $1.36 per share, representing year-over-year growth of about 69.4%. Fourth Quarter Recap American Capital reported earnings of $2.50 per share during the fourth quarter 2010, compared to $1.79 in the year-earlier quarter. Excluding one-time items, recurring net … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Closing Bell Market Monitor: AAPL, GE, MS Posted: 21 Apr 2011 02:00 PM PDT 04/21/11 The latest in news, commentary, and information on what’s moving the US equities … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – EUR/USD Up At The End Of U.S. Session Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:55 PM PDT Forex Pros – The Euro was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> EUR/USD was trading at 1.4553, up 0.22% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 1.4157, Monday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 1.4648, today&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the Euro was down against the British Pound and the Japanese Yen, with EUR/GBP shedding 0.44% to hit 0.8811 and EUR/JPY falling 0.62% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Turkey Central Bank Holds Rate, Lifts Reserve Requirements Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:47 PM PDT The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey held its policy interest rate at 6.25% for a third month but raised the required reserve ratios, in the first meeting for new central bank Governor Erdem Basci.  The ratio on short term lira deposits was increased 100 basis points to 16% from 15%, and the ratio on foreign currency deposits was also increased 100 basis points to 12% from 11%.  Turkey reported inflation of 3.99% in March, compared to 4.16% in February, with the Bank’s inflation … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Seagate To Take Over Samsung HDD Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:40 PM PDT Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ:STX) announced the signing of a definitive agreement with Samsung Electronic Co. Ltd. to extend their strategic ties. The agreement encompasses various issues, expected to be beneficial for both companies, going forward. The deal was announced in conjunction with the third quarter results. Under the terms of the agreement, Seagate will acquire Samsung's Hard Disk Drive (HDD) business unit. Seagate will pay a handsome $1.375 billion, 50% in cash and 50% in the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Patriot Coal Posts Wider Loss Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:40 PM PDT Coal producer Patriot Coal Corporation (NYSE:PCX) posted a loss of 17 cents per share for the first quarter, which was wider than the Zacks Consensus Estimate for a loss of 15 cents. The bottom line was also shy of the year-ago earnings of 5 cents. Top Line Scenario Revenue in the first quarter rose 23% from last year to $577 million due to higher average selling prices and a swell in sales volume recorded in 2011. Net revenue also outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $550 million. Of the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – USD/JPY Down Toward The End Of U.S. Session Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:40 PM PDT Forex Pros – The U.S. Dollar was lower against the Japanese Yen on Thursday.<br/><br/> USD/JPY was trading at 81.85, down 0.85% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 81.62, today&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 83.26, Monday&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the U.S. Dollar was down against the Euro and the British Pound, with EUR/USD gaining 0.21% to hit 1.4552 and GBP/USD rising 0.66% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Capital One Runs Past Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT Capital One Financial Corp.'s (NYSE:COF) first quarter 2011 earnings from continuing operations of $2.24 per share were substantially ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.53. This also compares favorably with $1.53 in the prior quarter and $1.58 in the year-ago quarter. Better-than-expected results for the quarter were primarily from increased revenues and a lower provision for loan losses due to improved credit performance. Additionally, the company capital and profitability ratios also … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Earnings Preview: Praxair Inc. Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT Praxair Inc. (NYSE:PX) is slated to release its first quarter 2011 results on Wednesday, April 27. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for third quarter earnings per share (EPS) is $1.27, representing an annualized growth of 16.14%.    Praxair had outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate over the trailing four quarters with a positive surprise of 2.28%. Fourth Quarter Highlights Praxair's fourth quarter results were encouraging; with adjusted earnings per share of $1.25, above the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

F5 Networks Tops On Product Demand Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT F5 Networks Inc. (NASDAQ:FFIV) posted decent second quarter fiscal 2011 earnings per share (EPS) of 68 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 66 cents. The outperformance was attributable to solid revenues fueled by the growing demand for the company's products, as well as market share gains. Revenues F5 Networks reported revenues of $277.6 million in the second quarter, up 34.7% from $206.1 million in the year-ago period. The quarter's revenue was at the lower end of the company's … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

BB&T Goes A Penny Ahead Of Estimate Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT BB&T Corporation's (NYSE:BBT) first quarter 2011 earnings came in at 32 cents per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny as well as improving from the prior-year quarter's earnings of 27 cents. BB&T's results reflected higher net interest margin and lower non-interest expenses. The quarter witnessed improved credit quality, enhanced capital ratios and lower provision expenses. However, a decline in the top line slightly dampened the results. The GAAP net income … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Kinder Morgan Trails Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT Kinder Morgan Energy Partners L.P. (NYSE:KMP) reported adjusted first quarter 2011 earnings of 45 cents per limited partner unit, at par with the adjusted year-earlier quarter's result. However, the result failed to meet the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 47 cents. Revenue in the quarter decreased to $1,992.8 million from $2,129.6 million in the year-ago quarter. The top line also fell shy of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2,197 million. Kinder Morgan increased its quarterly cash distribution per … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

BioMarin Cut To Underperform Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:35 PM PDT We are downgrading BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ:BMRN) to Underperform from Neutral following its below-par showing in the final quarter of 2010. Earnings were hurt by lower-than-expected revenues. BioMarin develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals for serious diseases and medical conditions. The company's product portfolio comprises four approved products and several investigational candidates. The marketed products include Aldurazyme, Naglazyme, Kuvan and Firdapse. Aldurazyme was … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – EUR/USD Up Toward The End Of U.S. Session Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:25 PM PDT Forex Pros – The Euro was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> EUR/USD was trading at 1.4548, up 0.18% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 1.4157, Monday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 1.4648, today&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the Euro was down against the British Pound and the Japanese Yen, with EUR/GBP shedding 0.47% to hit 0.8808 and EUR/JPY falling 0.69% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Instead Of Modeling Risk, Why Not Control It? Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:18 PM PDT "Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing." Warren Buffett To be more successful in helping investors the professionals that provide guidance to wealthy investors need to step up and take control of risk rather than sitting around figuring how to estimate risk using complex models and simulations. All models are necessarily based on a multitude of critical assumptions and if any of those assumptions are wrong, and a few of them always are, then the model is worthless and actually … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

U.S. Markets Close Higher; Dow Jones Up 0.42% Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:10 PM PDT Forex Pros – U.S. stocks were up after the closing bell on Thursday.<br/><br/> At the close of U.S. trade, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.42%, the S&P 500 index gained 0.53%, while the Nasdaq 100 index climbed 0.83%.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, European stock markets were mixed at close. France&rsquo;s CAC 40 was up 0.43%; Germany&rsquo;s DAX gained 0.64%; Britain&rsquo;s FTSE 100 declined 0.07%; and the EURO STOXX 50 rose … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Yahoo Beats, Guides In-line Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:09 PM PDT Yahoo! Inc. (NASDAQ:YHOO) reported first quarter non-GAAP earnings that beat the Zacks Consensus estimate by 4 cents. This represented a 25.9% decline from the seasonally stronger fourth quarter of 2010 and a 25.0% increase from the comparable year-ago quarter. Engagement on Yahoo properties improved significantly in the last quarter, with Yahoo branded sites seeing a 13% increase from the year-ago quarter and Yahoo properties seeing a 15% increase. Both page views and minutes spent on pages went … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Southwest Reports In Line Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT Before the opening bell, the low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) declared its first quarter 2011 adjusted earnings of 3 cents per share. The quarter's results were at par with the Zacks Consensus Estimate as well as year-ago earnings. The company delivered strong results in terms of revenue and traffic growth that largely offset higher fuel and oil expenses in the quarter. Net income, excluding special items, fell 16.7% year over year to $20 million.   Total operating revenue … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

MGIC Investment Lags Estimate Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT MGIC Investment Corp. (NYSE:MTG) reported a first-quarter 2011 operating loss of 20 cents per share; wider than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of 10 cents. However, the loss narrowed from the year-ago quarter’s loss of $1.42 per share. Operating loss totaled $38.8 million compared with a loss of $177 million in the prior-year quarter. Including a realized gain of $5.8 million or 3 cents a share, MGIC reported a loss of $33 million, compared with a loss of $150.1 million or $1.20 per … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

L-3 Communications Tops On EPS Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT L-3 Communications Holdings Inc. (NYSE:LLL) reported first quarter 2011 diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.85, comfortably surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.78. However, the result came in below the year-ago quarterly earnings of $1.87 per share. Operating Statistics Quarterly net sales fell marginally by 1% or $23 million year-over-year to $3.6 billion, and came in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Lower sales year over year primarily came from the Aircraft Modernization and … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Nokia Surprises In 1Q11 Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT Nokia Corp. (NYSE:NOK), the largest mobile phone manufacturer of the world, declared its first-quarter 2011 financial results, beating both the top line and bottom line of the Zacks Consensus Estimates. Today Nokia entered into a definitive agreement with Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) to develop a smartphone ecosystem. Last February, Nokia announced that it has decided to use Windows Mobile 7 software as an operating system for all its future smartphones. In another positive development, Nokia Siemens … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Pros And Cons Balance Dean Foods Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT We are maintaining our long-term Neutral recommendation on Dean Foods Co. (DF). DF is a leading processor and distributor of milk and other dairy products in the U.S. as well as a leading manufacturer of various specialty food products. The company continues to make headway in its efforts to achieve the lowest cost position in the industry. Management's plans to reduce headcount by 350 to 400 positions have led to approximately $25 million in annualized cost savings in 2010. The company also … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Honeywell Beats Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:08 PM PDT Honeywell International Inc.'s (NYSE:HON) reported first-quarter 2011 earnings per share from continuing operations of 88 cents, above the Zacks Consensus Estimateof 81 cents and prior- year earnings of 63 cents. Total Revenue Total revenue was $8.9 billion, above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.6 billion for the quarter. Organically total revenue was up 11% year over year, led by strong growth seen in every business segment of the company. Honeywell witnesses continued momentum across its … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Stock Market Summary For Thursday, April 21, 2011 Special Alert AAPL Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:56 PM PDT We are removing Apple (symbol: AAPL) from the watch list at the closing price today. We are disappointed on the way it is trading after announcing its earnings after the bell last … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – GBP/USD Up During The U.S. Session Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:45 PM PDT Forex Pros – The British Pound was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> GBP/USD was trading at 1.6522, up 0.69% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 1.6166, Monday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 1.6599, today&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the British Pound was up against the Euro and down against the Japanese Yen, with EUR/GBP shedding 0.54% to hit 0.8802 and GBP/JPY falling 0.21% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Barron’s On Gold Stock Trades: Prepare To Exit Before The Herd Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:42 PM PDT Also, Jeb Handwerger's newsletter covering precious metals is suggesting this morning in an alert to clients that they start planning exit points to secure profits in GLD and SLV. "You must be prepared to accumulate your products when there is a panic and sell them when there is euphoria," he notes. The publisher of the "Gold Stock Trades" report still expects the yellow metal to reach $1,800 an ounce and silver to surpass $60 by 2012. But he also believes a correction is in … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

MS Drugs Drive Biogen Results Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:35 PM PDT Biogen Idec (NASDAQ:BIIB) reported first-quarter earnings per share of $1.42, 3 cents above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.39 and well above the year-earlier figure of $1.04. Excluding the impact of stock-based compensation expense, first quarter 2011 earnings came in at $1.43 per share. Performance was boosted by higher mutliple sclerosis (MS) drug revenues, lower costs and lower share count. Biogen has been looking to streamline its operations and increase efficiencies through the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

UnitedHealth Beats Estimates Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:35 PM PDT UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) reported first quarter 2011 net earnings of $1.22 per share, well ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 89 cents. Earnings also compare favorably with $1.03 per share reported in the prior-year quarter. Net earnings increased 13% year over year to $1.3 billion in the quarter. Results were aided by strong revenue growth from UnitedHealthcare as well as from Optum businesses. Operational Update UnitedHealth reported revenue of $25.43 billion in the quarter, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Earnings Preview: IGT Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:35 PM PDT International Game Technology (IGT) is scheduled to announce its second quarter 2011 results after the closing bell today. Estimate revisions were trending downward over the last few days, so we prefer to remain on the sidelines for the time being. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter is pegged at 20 cents, flat year over year. IGT posted an average earnings surprise of negative 1.91% in the past four quarters. IGT reported non-GAAP earnings of 21 cents per share in the first … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Recovery Watch Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:35 PM PDT 1. The underwear indicator is rising.  (ht/Mike LaFaive) 2. Heavy Truck Orders Jump 20 Percent — Production backlog hits level not seen since December 2006.   3. Today’s WSJ — “Global demand is revving up profits at big U.S. manufacturers, and investors are jumping on for the ride, shrugging off high oil prices and concerns about Japan. Manufacturing output, which has bounced back much faster than consumer demand over the past year, grew more than four times as fast in the first … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Terex Swings To 1Q Profit Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:10 PM PDT Terex Corp. (NYSE:TEX) reversed its string of losses with a fiscal 2011 first quarter profit per share of 4 cents. Results were a stark improvement from the year-ago loss of 73 cents a share. The reported profit was also an improvement from the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss per share of 10 cents. The profit in the quarter included an after-tax gain of 28 cents per share on the sale of approximately 1.8 million shares of Bucyrus International Inc. (NASDAQ:BUCY), an after-tax expense of 4 cents per … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Mixed Quarter For Newmont Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:10 PM PDT Newmont Mining Corporation ’s  (NEM) adjusted net income rose to $513 million or $1.04 per share in the first quarter from last year's $408 million or 83 cents per share. The result eclipsed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 96 cents per share. Revenues Total revenue was $2.5 billion, up 10% year over year. However, that was below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.6 billion. Newmont reported attributable gold and copper production of 1.3 million ounces and 57 million pounds, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – USD/CAD Up In U.S. Trade Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:10 PM PDT Forex Pros – The U.S. Dollar was higher against the Canadian Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> USD/CAD was trading at 0.9534, up 0.08% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 0.9454, today&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 0.9722, Monday&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the U.S. Dollar was down against the Euro and the British Pound, with EUR/USD gaining 0.14% to hit 1.4543 and GBP/USD rising 0.64% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

IDEX Beats Zacks Estimate Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:05 PM PDT IDEX Corporation (NYSE:IEX) has posted an adjusted EPS of 57 cents in the first quarter of fiscal 2011, excluding the impact from restructuring related charges, compared with 46 cents in the year-ago quarter.  This was above management's guidance of 52 cents – 54 cents and quite easily beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 53 cents. Sales of $427 million were up 20% from the year-ago quarter, including an organic growth of 12%, ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $403 million. The … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Sallie Mae Tops Zacks Estimate Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:05 PM PDT SLM Corp. (NYSE:SLM) better known as Sallie Mae, reported first quarter 2011 core earnings of $260 million or 48 cents per share, ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 41 cents. The results compare favorably with prior-year quarter's core earnings of $215 million or 40 cents per share. Favorable results were primarily driven by a decrease in loan loss provisions, increased net interest income and gains from repurchasing debt. The company also announced its first common stock dividend since … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Chipotle Beats Sales, Not Margins Posted: 21 Apr 2011 12:05 PM PDT Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) reported first quarter 2011 earnings of $1.46, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.43 and soared 22.7% from $1.19 in the prior-year quarter. The company experienced strong top-line growth buoyed by higher traffic count and new restaurant openings. The fast food restaurant chain said that revenues rose 24.3 % to $509.4 million, driven by new restaurant openings and an increase in comparable-store sales. The reported revenues also outperformed … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Strong Demand For Services Lifts Schlumberger Posted: 21 Apr 2011 11:55 AM PDT 04/21/11 Houston-based oil services company Schlumberger saw a 40% jump in 1Q earnings on strong product … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Tax Rates And Share Of Tax Revenues From Top 1% Posted: 21 Apr 2011 11:50 AM PDT The chart above shows the relationship over time (from 1979 to 2007) between: a) the top marginal income tax rate, and b) the share of total income taxes paid by the top 1% (data).  In 1979 the top marginal income tax rate was 70% and 18.3% of the total taxes paid were collected from the top 1% of taxpayers.  By 2007 the top tax rate was 35% (half of the 1979 rate), and the tax share of the top 1% had more than doubled to 39.5% (from 18.3% in 1979).     The historical … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Forex – EUR/USD Up In U.S. Trading Hours Posted: 21 Apr 2011 11:45 AM PDT Forex Pros – The Euro was higher against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday.<br/><br/> EUR/USD was trading at 1.4537, up 0.10% at time of writing.<br/><br/> The pair was likely to find support at 1.4157, Monday&rsquo;s low, and resistance at 1.4648, today&rsquo;s high.<br/><br/> Meanwhile, the Euro was down against the British Pound and the Japanese Yen, with EUR/GBP shedding 0.58% to hit 0.8799 and EUR/JPY falling 0.77% to hit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

Can You Make Me Rich By Christmas? Posted: 21 Apr 2011 01:48 AM PDT In any community there is always one who asks the obnoxious question, you know the Uncle who drinks to much, the silly kid who is not to bright, well we have been getting one or two as well: Can you make me rich? So we got thinking.. But first read me.. We cant make you rich, you must do that yourself, but we hope our tools help you. We do not advise individuals on how to trade or invest. We do not offer a trade selection service, only charing and tools. We are not financial advisors. Every … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards

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