Monday, August 1, 2011

DailyMarkets.com - Earnings Preview: Molson Coors

DailyMarkets.com - Earnings Preview: Molson Coors


Earnings Preview: Molson Coors

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 09:35 AM PDT

One of the largest brewers in the world, Molson Coors Brewing Co. (NYSE:TAP) is scheduled to release its second-quarter results before the market opens on August 2, 2011. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter is $1.30 per share, representing about 4% growth over the year-ago quarter.
Although Molson Coors is expected to post improved results from the prior-year earnings, but the company is expected to remain under pressure primarily due to soft beer sales, global economy and rising fuel … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Earnings Preview: American Public

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 09:35 AM PDT

American Public Education Inc. (NASDAQ:APEI), an online provider of higher education to the military and public service communities, is scheduled to report its second-quarter 2011 financial results on August 2, 2011. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter is 45 cents a share. For the quarter under review, revenue is $60 million, according to the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
First-Quarter 2011, a Synopsis
American Public's quarterly earnings of 43 cents a share missed the Zacks Consensus … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Q2 Results. Street’s Over-Reaction Prompts Upgrade

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 09:05 AM PDT

Brian Marckx, CFA
Q2 RESULTS

iCAD (ICAD) announced financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2011 on July 28, 2011.  Revenue was well ahead of our estimate but this was more than offset by the combination of a slightly softer than anticipated gross margin and significantly higher operating expenses.  The net result was EPS coming in just shy of our estimate.  While the market (with the stock trading down 25%+) was apparently less than enthused by the earnings … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Cell Therapeutics Lags, Pares Loss

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 09:05 AM PDT

Cell Therapeutics (CTIC) suffered a net loss of 14 cents per share in the second quarter of 2011, compared with a net loss of 46 cents (excluding special items) per share in the year-ago quarter. The narrower loss per share in the reported quarter was due to lower operating expenses and lower deemed dividend paid to preferred shareholders. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the reported quarter was a loss of 12 cents per share. Cell Therapeutics did not generate any revenue during the reported … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex Trading: AUD/USD Pulls Back Within Strong Bullish Trend

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:54 AM PDT

AUD/USD (daily chart) as of Monday (8/01/2011) has consolidated around the key 1.1000 psychological price region after making a tentative upside breakout last week to hit a new all-time high around 1.1078, surpassing the previous all-time high set in May at around 1.1010. After having established the new all-time high, price action has wavered and retraced back under the key 1.1000 level. This bearish pullback, within the context of the overwhelmingly bullish overall trend, could bring price … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Cell Therapeutics Lags, Pares Loss

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:50 AM PDT

Cell Therapeutics (CTIC) suffered a net loss of 14 cents per share in the second quarter of 2011, compared with a net loss of 46 cents (excluding special items) per share in the year-ago quarter. The narrower loss per share in the reported quarter was due to lower operating expenses and lower deemed dividend paid to preferred shareholders. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the reported quarter was a loss of 12 cents per share. Cell Therapeutics did not generate any revenue during the reported … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


FujiFilm Reports Weak 1Q12

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:40 AM PDT

On July 29, Fujifilm Holdings Corporation  (FUJIY.PK) reported improved financial results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2011. During the first quarter, the company reported an income of ¥14.5 billion ($177.9 million), down from ¥17.8 billion ($192.8 million) in the prior-year quarter.
Revenue
Revenue in the first quarter plummeted 3.2% year over year to ¥530.1 billion ($6.5 billion) due to depressed results from the company's three operating segments.
Of the total revenue, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Allstate Lags On CAT Losses

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:35 AM PDT

Allstate Corporation's (NYSE:ALL) second quarter operating loss of $1.23 per share came in modestly lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $1.53 but lagged the year-ago quarter's earnings of 81 cents per share.
Results for the quarter reflected higher catastrophe (CAT) losses that also led to increased claims expenses coupled with lower average premiums and policies-in-force in Property-Liability insurance unit and lower investment income.  However, prudent capital … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Earnings Preview: Gerdau S.A.

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:35 AM PDT

Gerdau S.A. (NYSE:GGB) is slated to release its second quarter 2011 results on Thursday, August 4. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter is 32 cents, representing an annualized growth of 10.34%.   
Considering the earnings surprise, Gerdau outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in one quarter, while underperforming in two others and was in line with one quarter. The average surprise stands at a negative 7.67%, reflecting the magnitude of under performance in the … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Buffalo Misses, But Maintains Guidance

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:35 AM PDT

Buffalo Wild Wings Inc.'s (NASDAQ:BWLD) second quarter 2011 earnings of 58 cents per share missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 60 cents per share, but increased 16.0% from 50 cents per share reported in the prior-year quarter. The lower-than-expected results were due to an increase in general and administrative expenses resulting from higher store openings in new markets. However, year-over- year results were driven by higher same-store sales growth and lower wing costs.
Total revenue climbed … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Growth Worries Boost Treasury Debt Prices

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:35 AM PDT

Monday morning isn't quite turning out as planned or at least as pre-market futures trading patters indicated earlier. Surging equity prices have floundered while a sinking dollar has reversed course following a slump in a key manufacturing gauge indicative of a standstill across the sector. The impact of a plausible solution to the debt-ceiling has quickly faded with most leaving the worry of a U.S. default in the dust choosing to focus instead on the rocky road to recovery.
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Is There Some Good News To The US Debt Ceiling Debate?

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:18 AM PDT

Monday, August 1, 2011
If we assume that our political leaders will come to an agreement to raise the debt ceiling, we may see a “relief” rally in the equity markets, especially given the recent sell-off. With the VIX having risen to over 25 on Friday, option premiums may be relatively attractive to traders looking for option selling strategies. For example, with the September E-mini S&P trading at 1288.50 as of this writing, the August 1210 puts could be sold for about 10.00, or $500, not … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Earnings Preview: American Tower

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:05 AM PDT

American Tower Corp.(AMT) is slated to release its second quarter 2011 results on Tuesday, August 2, before the opening bell. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter is pegged at 23 cents per share, representing an annualized negative growth of 9.07%.
With respect to earnings surprise, over the trailing four quarters, AMT has outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the three quarters except one quarter, where the company failed to surpass the Zacks Consensus … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Earnings Preview: American Tower

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:05 AM PDT

American Tower Corp.(AMT) is slated to release its second quarter 2011 results on Tuesday, August 2, before the opening bell. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter is pegged at 23 cents per share, representing an annualized negative growth of 9.07%.
With respect to earnings surprise, over the trailing four quarters, AMT has outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the three quarters except one quarter, where the company failed to surpass the Zacks Consensus … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Earnings Preview: American Tower

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:05 AM PDT

American Tower Corp.(AMT) is slated to release its second quarter 2011 results on Tuesday, August 2, before the opening bell. The current Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second quarter is pegged at 23 cents per share, representing an annualized negative growth of 9.07%.
With respect to earnings surprise, over the trailing four quarters, AMT has outperformed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in all the three quarters except one quarter, where the company failed to surpass the Zacks Consensus … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Word From The Floor: Stocks Reverse Gains

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 08:00 AM PDT

08/01/11 Wall Street dipped into negative territory on weak economic data. Market confidence on the debt deal faded, over worries about the nation’s credit … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Natural Gas Futures Bounce Off 3-week Low On Hot U.S. Weather

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:57 AM PDT

Forexpros – Natural gas futures were up for the first time in six days on Monday, bouncing off a three-week low as demand expectations for the fuel were boosted after forecasts showed hotter-than-normal temperatures were expected across most parts of the U.S. in the upcoming week.&nbsp; <br />&nbsp;<br />On the New York Mercantile Exchange, natural gas futures for September delivery traded at USD4.189 per million British thermal units during U.S. morning trade, jumping … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex – Dollar Turns Broadly Higher As Risk Appetite Crumbles

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:48 AM PDT

Forexpros – The U.S. dollar turned broadly higher against its major counterparts on Monday, as fears over whether U.S. lawmakers would approve a plan to raise the USD14.3 trillion federal debt ceiling and avoid a default boosted safe haven demand.<br /><br />During U.S. morning trade, the greenback was sharply higher against the euro, with EUR/USD tumbling 1.04% to hit 1.4246.<br /><br />A report earlier showed that manufacturing in the euro zone slowed to a near … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex Trading: EURUSD Falls Sharply. Below 100 Day MA Now

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:37 AM PDT

The EURUSD has moved below the 100 day MA today at the 1.4335 level and fell sharply to the 38.2% retracement of the move up from the July low to the end of July high (at 1.4268).  Traders have come in near the level and taken profit.  Now, the market will be watching the correction to see if levels above give way. The first stop will be the 1.4298 level. This level corresponds with a ceiling level from Friday's trade (see chart above).  When the price moved above this level, … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex – GBP/USD Hits Fresh Daily Low Ahead Of U.S. Debt Vote

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:36 AM PDT

Forexpros – The pound extended losses against the U.S. dollar on Monday, falling to a fresh session low, amid uncertainty ahead of a vote to raise the U.S. debt ceiling and after data showed that U.S. manufacturing activity slowed sharply in July.<br /><br />GBP/USD hit 1.6267 during U.S. morning trade, the daily low; the pair subsequently consolidated at 1.6281, tumbling 0.87%.<br /><br />Cable was likely to find support at 1.6120, the low of July 21 and resistance at … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Gold Futures Pare Losses After ISM Data, U.S. Debt Vote Eyed

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:32 AM PDT

Forexpros – Gold futures pared losses on Monday, pulling back from a two-day low after worse-than-expected data on U.S. manufacturing activity added to concerns over the U.S. economic outlook ahead of a vote on a deal to raise the U.S. debt ceiling.<br /><br />On the Comex division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, gold futures for October delivery traded at USD1,624.85 a troy ounce during U.S. morning trade, edging 0.2% … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex Notes: Japanese Yen And Swiss Franc Gain After Opening Slide

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:21 AM PDT

The Japanese Yen and Swiss Fran are preferred currencies during times of risk aversion. The debt ceiling impasse has been the driving force for both of these currencies' strength of late. As we move towards the Tuesday deadline, we have another bill to vote for today. Currency markets showed some relief during this week's  first Asian session,
as the USD got a lift while the JPY and CHF consolidated their gains. However, the markets turned around in the European session … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Forex – EUR/USD Extends Losses On Debt Vote Uncertainty

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 07:21 AM PDT

Forexpros – The euro extended losses against the U.S. dollar on Monday, falling to a fresh daily low amid uncertainty ahead of a vote to raise the U.S. debt ceiling and after data showed that U.S. manufacturing activity declined sharply last month.<br /><br />EUR/USD hit 1.4260 during U.S. morning trade, the daily low; the pair subsequently consolidated at 1.4283, dropping 0.79%.<br /><br />The pair was likely to find support at 1.4138, the low of July 21 and … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


Intertek Shares Rise On Acquisition News And Upbeat Half-year Results

Posted: 01 Aug 2011 02:00 AM PDT

Intertek (LON:ITRK) , the FTSE 100 quality and safety services group, has announced a clutch of acquisitions and a robust set of half year results which together helped drive up its shares by nearly 5.5 percent to 2019p during morning trading. It is paying around £11.5 million for three businesses, including Food Analytical Laboratory Ltd, Recherche, Developpement amp; Consulting – Bruxelles SA and QinetiQ's (LON:QQ.) UK Fuel and Lubricants Testing Business. It said the deals … [visit site to read more] or compare Best Credit Cards and Balance Transfer Credit Cards


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