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Precision Drilling Corp (PDS) Receives $4.54 Consensus Target Price

August 19, 2017

Currently, the stock has a 1 Year Price Target of $4.54. On June 21 the company was downgraded from "Overweight" to "Equal-Weight" in a report issued by Morgan Stanley. Analysts predict that Precision Drilling Corporation will post ($0.31) earnings per share for the current year. COPYRIGHT VIOLATION WARNING: This story was originally reported by Week Herald and is owned by of Week Herald.

Australia to Crack Down on Bitcoin Money Laundering

August 19, 2017

He cited money laundering as a key reason for a broader scope of new rules, which will also stop people from paying millions in cash for precious stones or a prime property without having to identify themselves or the source of their funds.

Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI) Shares Sold by Tdam USA Inc

August 19, 2017

The stock of Kinder Morgan Inc (NYSE: KMI ) has "Outperform" rating given on Thursday, October 22 by RBC Capital Markets. On Tuesday, August 15 the stock rating was initiated by Imperial Capital with "Buy". (KMI) opened at 18.71 on Thursday. Stifel Nicolaus maintained the stock with "Buy" rating in Thursday, July 13 report. The rating was maintained by Stifel Nicolaus with "Buy" on Thursday, November 12.

Plank Quits Trump Manufacturing Council

August 19, 2017

Alliance president Scott Paul, in a tweet, said simply, "I'm resigning from the Manufacturing Jobs Initiative because it's the right thing for me to do". A Dell spokeswoman said, "While we would not comment on any member's personal decision, there's no change in Dell engaging with the Trump administration and governments around the world".

Shire Plc Ads (NASDAQ:SHPG) Shorted Shares Increased 20.64% After Market Selling

August 19, 2017

Inspirion Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 1,944 shares of the biopharmaceutical company's stock valued at $321,000 after buying an additional 8 shares in the last quarter. 2,000 shares were sold by Deeba Amer, worth $77,214. 442,900 were reported by Ardevora Asset Mgmt Limited Liability Partnership. Pictet Asset Mgmt holds 0.04% or 166,055 shares.

MTA will modify Times Square subway tile resembling a Confederate flag

August 19, 2017

Amid a push among New York City lawmakers to remove what Mayor Bill de Blasio called " symbols of hate " around the city after last weekend's deadly white nationalist demonstrations in Charlottesville, Virginia, the MTA has announced that it will change tile work in the Times Square subway station that some say resembles a Confederate flag.

Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Getting Somewhat Favorable Press Coverage, Report Finds

August 19, 2017

First Interstate National Bank reported 0.1% in Duke Energy Corp (NYSE:DUK). Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has an ownership of 1,602,472 stocks of the utilities provider's shares valued at $131,419,000 after scooping up an extra 1,053,262 shares through out the quarter.

New Mexico Educational Retirement Board Lowers Stake in Perrigo Company (PRGO)

August 19, 2017

The stock declined 0.45% or $0.36 reaching $78.82 on the news. Moors Cabot Inc holds 0.09% of its portfolio in Perrigo Company plc Ordinary Shares (NYSE: PRGO ) for 6,792 shares. SunTrust Robinson Humphrey starting coverage on the stock with a rating of "Buy". The firm has "Strong Buy" rating given on Friday, February 12 by Needham.

You Need To Know Hold Recommendation for: Energy Transfer Partners, LP (ETP)

August 19, 2017

M Holdings Securities Inc. now owns 21,080 shares of the pipeline company's stock valued at $755,000 after buying an additional 1,731 shares during the last quarter. The Jrm Investment Counsel Llc holds 75,950 shares with $2.72M value, down from 108,590 last quarter. Atlantic Trust Group LLC increased its stake in shares of Energy Transfer Equity, L.P.by 16.6% in the first quarter.

Allison Transmission Holdings' (ALSN) Hold Rating Reiterated at Stifel Nicolaus

August 19, 2017

It has underperformed by 0.05% the S&P500. The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company increased its position in Allison Transmission Holdings by 12.8% in the second quarter. Currently, EPS of Allison Transmission Holdings , Inc. On August 17 the company was downgraded to "Neutral" from "Overweight" in an announcement from JP Morgan.

Merck CEO shows the power of corporate conscience

August 19, 2017

As head of Merck , Frazier leads one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies , and was one of two dozen CEOs invited by the president in January to form the American Manufacturing Council . In several television interviews on Monday, Sessions said Trump had "explicitly condemned" violence and that "he totally opposes" the values espoused by white supremacy organizations.

Capital Senior Living Corporation

August 19, 2017

About shares traded. Lakeland Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:LKFN) has risen 35.39% since August 18, 2016 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 74.38% the S&P500. Lucus Advsrs Ltd holds 70.95% or 1.88 million shares in its portfolio. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its position in Capital Senior Living Corporation by 7.5% in the first quarter.

What the Technicals Say About Investors Real Estate Trust (IRET)

August 19, 2017

AMFIRST REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (5120.KL) now has a 14-day Commodity Channel Index (CCI) of -49.30. Private Bankshares And Trust Co has invested 0.11% of its portfolio in Citigroup Inc (NYSE:C). The original version of this piece of content can be accessed at https://stocknewstimes.com/2017/08/18/pennsylvania-real-estate-investment-trust-pei-upgraded-to-hold-by-bidaskclub-updated-updated.html.

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White running for re-election

August 19, 2017

Political insiders believe if White had made a decision to bow out, that would have shifted the focus and campaign funds from the governor's post to the highly sought-after job of secretary of state. "For a second time, Jesse White is breaking his pledge to voters not to run for re-election", said Illinois Republican spokesman Steven Yaffe in a statement.

Petroleum Minister Meets Odisha CM

August 19, 2017

I hope his officials will also cooperate. His officials should also cooperate. "Discussion happened in positive environment and both sides displayed the willingness to come to a mutually benefitting and agreeable solution", Pradhan said in a tweet following the meet.

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp (NASDAQ:BGFV) Sentiment Up in Q4 2016

August 19, 2017

Dimensional Fund Advisors L P invested 0.02% in Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation (NASDAQ:BGFV). The business's revenue was up.9% on a year-over-year basis. If you are accessing this report on another domain, it was copied illegally and reposted in violation of USA and global trademark and copyright laws.

Between Old Foe and Aggressive Ally, No Honeymoon for South Korea's Moon

August 19, 2017

North Korea still does not appear to have mastered missile re-entry technology and will take at least one or two more years to do so, although its ability to miniaturise a nuclear warhead is advancing quickly, South Korea's vice defence minister said.

NetApp, Inc. (NTAP) hit his 1-Year Low price on 11/04/16

August 19, 2017

On August 15 the company was upgraded to "Buy" from " by analysts at Longbow Research. Franklin Res Inc has invested 0% in NetApp Inc. On May 26 the stock rating was upgraded from "Neutral" to "Neutral" in a report issued by UBS. Low ratio discloses poor current and future performance. In other NetApp news, CEO George Kurian sold 4,000 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, May 30th.

Gold Fields Limited (NYSE:GFI) Receives Media Sentiment Rating of 0.18

August 19, 2017

The Weekly and Monthly Volatility of the stock are 2.71% percent and 2.36% percent, respectively. An earnings forecast is an analyst's outlook for a company's future quarterly or annual earnings. EPS breaks down the profitability of the company on a single share basis. The company's headline earnings per share, which strips out certain exceptional and one-off items, fell to 9 cents from 15 cents a year earlier.

Seadrill Partners LLC (SDLP) hit his 1-Year Low price on 08/02/17

August 19, 2017

The average volatility for the past week stood at 5.44%. Seadrill Partners Llc (NYSE:SDLP) has trailing twelve month Return on Assets of 0%, which is key indicator of how profitable a company is relative to its total assets. The opposite kind of result, a negative means that costs outweigh returns. The stock of Seadrill Partners LLC (NYSE:SDLP) earned "Overweight" rating by Morgan Stanley on Thursday, February 2.

Under Armor CEO steps down from presidential advisory council

August 19, 2017

Kevin Plank , chief executive of Under Armour Inc . Earlier this year, Plank had publicly expressed support for Trump in comments which sparked a backlash. CEOs have dropped out of President Trump's councils before over disagreements. The attack on counterprotesters "does meet the definition of domestic terrorism", Sessions said.

Intel's Brian Krzanich calls it quits on Trump council after Virginia clashes

August 19, 2017

Just moments after that Trump tweet on Tuesday, Alliance for American Manufacturing CEO Scott Paul tweeted his resignation, saying it was "the right thing for me to do". But the statement, coming one day after President Donald Trump was widely criticized for appearing to draw a moral equivalency between white supremacists and those protesting against them, did not directly address the President's response.

Gordon Haskett Upgrades Target Corporation (TGT) to "Hold"

August 19, 2017

Gordon Haskett assumed coverage on shares of Target Corporation in a report on Tuesday, May 9th. Telsey Advisory Group maintained the stock with "Outperform" rating in Wednesday, January 18 report. The original version of this news story can be accessed at https://www.themarketsdaily.com/2017/08/18/target-corporation-tgt-cut-to-hold-at-vetr-inc-updated.html.

State officials applaud lifting of Argentine pork ban

August 19, 2017

There was no immediate comment from Argentina's government about the US announcement. Argentina could be a $10 million-per-year market for American pork producers, according to the White House. Prior to resuming shipments, officials have arranged for food safety officials from Argentina to visit the USA to ensure compliance with the federal meat inspection standards and they will address and resolve any outstanding technical issues.

The Investors Sell The Priceline Group Inc. (PCLN) on Strength (PCLN)

August 19, 2017

About 257,122 shares traded. The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN ) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, August 8th. It has outperformed by 27.93% the S&P500. The firm has "Buy" rating given on Wednesday, August 5 by RBC Capital Markets. Benchmark maintained Priceline Group Inc (NASDAQ:PCLN) on Tuesday, February 28 with "Buy" rating.

Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNI)

August 19, 2017

While looking at the Stock's Performance, Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc . now shows a Weekly Performance of -1.44%, where Monthly Performance is 11.3%, Quarterly performance is 28.46%, 6 Months performance is 11% and yearly performance percentage is 33.28%.

Woman suing airline for €2.9m over ruined wedding dress

August 19, 2017

According to the lawsuit, Oteh alleged that while she was on board, flight attendant Melanie Masters would not allow her to put her wedding dress in the closet designated for employees only. VIDEO: What Makes a Wedding Dress So Expensive? She said after storing her dress in an overhead bin as instructed by Masters, she had seen her in a conversation with two of colleagues and they appeared to be laughing at her.

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH) - Trader's Round Up

August 19, 2017

Swiss National Bank now owns 3,719,488 shares of the healthcare conglomerate's stock worth $610,033,000 after buying an additional 763,161 shares during the period. The latest exchange of 1.18 Million shares is below its average trading activity of 3 Million shares. After a recent check, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated's 14-day RSI is presently at 55.79.

Flotek Industries Inc Institutional Investor Sentiment Improved in 2016 Q4

August 19, 2017

Ameriprise holds 0% of its portfolio in Flotek Industries Inc (NYSE:FTK) for 940,198 shares. Morgan Stanley holds 0% or 194,534 shares. JPMorgan Chase & Co. It has underperformed by 23.03% the S&P500. Nbw Capital LLC trimmed its holdings by shedding 1,338 shares a decrease of 0.5% in the quarter. Jpmorgan Chase reported 187,689 shares stake.

Analysts Are Gushing Over Unilever PLC (UL), Tenet Healthcare Corp. (THC)

August 19, 2017

Tenet Healthcare Corporation's quarterly revenue was up 204.1% compared to the same quarter past year. Of the analysts surveyed by Reuters that track Tenet Healthcare Corp . Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Finally, Nisa Investment Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Tenet Healthcare Corporation by 986.7% in the first quarter.

The Rothschild Asset Management Inc. Lowers Stake in Edwards Lifesciences Corporation

August 19, 2017

AppSwarm Inc (SWRM) shares have experienced bearish momentum as the Average True Range of the shares have trended downward over the past 10 sessions. Commercial Bank Of America Corporation De reported 0% in Integra Lifesciences Holdings Corp (NASDAQ: IART ).

Inspecting more closely technicals of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA)

August 19, 2017

Hudock Capital Group LLC raised its position in Walgreens Boots Alliance by 0.4% in the first quarter. Hudock Capital Group LLC now owns 1,300 shares of the pharmacy operator's stock worth $108,000 after buying an additional 5 shares during the period.

Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft (NYSE:DB) - Worth Watching Stocks on the Run

August 18, 2017

Analysts pegging the company with a rating of 3 would be indicating a Hold recommendation. If we give momentary look over stock price target, the analysts were fairly in stock's favor assigning high price target of Sell and average price target of "2" Analysts and current price is Consensus.

Thomson Reuters Corp Ordinary S (NYSE:TRI) Experiences Heavy Trading Volume

August 19, 2017

Several research firms have recently weighed in on TRI. Finally, SG Americas Securities LLC raised its position in Thomson Reuters Corp by 44.0% in the second quarter. TRADEMARK VIOLATION NOTICE: "Thomson Reuters Corp (TRI) Given Consensus Rating of "Hold" by Brokerages" was reported by Week Herald and is the sole property of of Week Herald.

Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc. (SPWH) Updates Q3 Earnings Guidance

August 19, 2017

A number of other analysts have also recently issued reports on SPWH . Forward View raised Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings from a "sell" rating to a "hold" rating in a research report on Thursday, April 27th. COPYRIGHT VIOLATION NOTICE: This piece was first posted by BBNS and is the sole property of of BBNS. If you are accessing this story on another publication, it was stolen and republished in violation of United States and global trademark & copyright laws.

Canadian National Railway Company (TSE:CNR) Insider Sells C$1518745.50 in Stock

August 18, 2017

Canadian National Railway's payout ratio is 31.77%. WCM Investment Management CA now owns 3,732,988 shares of the transportation company's stock worth $600,302,000 after buying an additional 223,142 shares in the last quarter. This repurchase authorization permits the transportation company to reacquire shares of its stock through open market purchases. The company had a trading volume of 386,963 shares.

Cetera Investment Advisers Adjusts Its Holdings in United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)

August 19, 2017

It closed at $112.92 lastly. Resort Savers Inc (OTCMKTS:RSSV) has 0.00% since August 18, 2016 and is. It has underperformed by 14.60% the S&P500. 1,175,826 shares of the company traded hands. On Monday, June 5 the insider Gutmann Kathleen M . sold $214,980. Credit Suisse Group restated their neutral rating on shares of United Parcel Service, Inc.

Brokers Change Their Target Price On Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:SBGI)

August 19, 2017

Investec Asset Mgmt has invested 0.33% of its portfolio in Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc (NASDAQ: SBGI ). The stock of Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc (NASDAQ:SBGI) earned "Buy" rating by Benchmark on Thursday, November 5. The rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets with "Outperform" on Thursday, February 23. Since February 23, 2017, it had 1 buying transaction, and 8 sales for $5.19 million activity.

Diehard Bargain Hunter: KKR & Co. LP (KKR), Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (APC)

August 18, 2017

The company has the market capitalization of $53.07B while its P/B ratio was 3.61. The stock rose 0.62% or $0.26 reaching $41.98 per share. In terms of the mechanics underlying that movement, traders will want to note that the stock is trading on a float of 2.21% with $558.88 Million sitting short, betting on future declines.

Citi Trends, Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.08 (CTRN)

August 19, 2017

Citi Trends, Inc . has a one year low of $15.54 and a one year high of $22.73. About 139,580 shares traded. Citi Trends, Inc . (NASDAQ:CTRN) has risen 16.80% since August 16, 2016 and is uptrending. It has a 10.32 P/E ratio. The Bank offers a range of financial services and products, and specializes in providing customized financial services to small and medium sized businesses, professionals and associated individuals.

Republic Services, Inc. (RSG) Issues FY17 Earnings Guidance

August 19, 2017

Republic Svcs Inc Com now has $21.59B valuation. Its down 53.45% from 5,800 shares previously. Volume was up 122.13% over the stocks average daily volume. Its up 0.19, from 0.95 in 2016Q3. It increased, as 32 investors sold RSG shares while 177 reduced holdings. (NYSE:RSG) has "Buy" rating given on Sunday, November 8 by Bank of America.

Stratos Wealth Partners LTD. Invests $749000 in The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE)

August 18, 2017

Balasa Dinverno & Foltz Llc decreased its stake in Chimera Investment Corp. Corporate insiders own 8.50% of the company's stock. The 9 months bearish chart indicates high risk for the $2.08B company. Princeton Alpha Mgmt LP holds 22,583 shares or 0.28% of its portfolio. Eqis Capital Management accumulated 0.17% or 33,799 shares. Alliancebernstein Ltd Partnership holds 78,088 shares or 0% of its portfolio.

Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI) Shares Moving On Volume

August 19, 2017

In the past 5 years, the stock showed growth of 4.52% per annum. Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation ( NYSE:ACRE ) opened at 13.33 on Friday. Howe & Rusling reported 0% stake. Marshall Wace Limited Liability Partnership owns 266,130 shares or 0.03% of their USA portfolio. Marshall Wace Llp reported 266,130 shares. Acadian Asset Mngmt Limited Liability Com accumulated 0% or 2,291 shares.

FBR & Co Reiterates $3.00 Price Target for Ascena Retail Group, Inc. (ASNA)

August 18, 2017

Here are a few other firms who have also updated their positions. Highbridge Capital Limited Liability Company reported 27,109 shares or 0% of all its holdings. The stock decreased 1.08% or $0.15 during the last trading session, reaching $13.7. The firm's quarterly revenue was down 6.2% on a year-over-year basis.

Wal-Mart shares lower after company barely tops Q2 expectations

August 19, 2017

We have $83.24 PT which if reached, will make NYSE:WMT worth $9.71 billion more. First American Bank increased Wal (WMT) stake by 35.89% reported in 2016Q4 SEC filing. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. says its Canadian stores gained market share against rivals during its fiscal second quarter. In a report revealed to clients on 17 August, Jefferies kept their "Buy" rating on shares of WMT.

US National Parks Will Sell Bottled Water Once Again

August 18, 2017

The National Park Service announced on Wednesday that, effectively immediately, parks like the Grand Canyon will no longer be able to block the sale of plastic water bottles in a bid to reduce litter. The 2011 program was ultimately not almost as ambitious as earlier proposals to curb disposable water bottle sales that the beverage industry successfully faught off.

Montecito Bank & Trust Continues to Hold Position in Regal Entertainment Group (RGC)

August 18, 2017

Pineview Asset Management Lp owns 229,439 shares with a value of $4,694,000. Nic Inc now has $1.05 billion valuation. About shares traded. Whole Foods Market, Inc. Walleye Trading Limited Liability Company reported 10,987 shares. Brown Cap Management holds 8.75 million shares or 3.05% of its portfolio. Investors will be watching to see if the stock can change direction heading into the second half of the session.

(NASDAQ:VIAB) Shares Down 13.8% on Analyst Downgrade

August 18, 2017

Wellington Management Group LLP raised its position in Viacom by 3,113.9% in the first quarter. Great Lakes Advisors LLC now owns 16,983 shares of the company's stock worth $792,000 after buying an additional 112 shares during the period. The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, October 2nd. S Muoio & Company sold 15,686 shares as the company's stock 0.00%.

The Trillium Asset Management LLC Lowers Position in AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB)

August 19, 2017

About shares traded. NetGear, Inc. Muzinich & Co. Inc. increased its stake in shares of AvalonBay Communities by 104.0% in the first quarter. It has underperformed by 10.04% the S&P500. The firm has "Overweight" rating given on Tuesday, July 18 by Barclays Capital. AvalonBay Communities (NYSE:AVB) last issued its earnings results on Wednesday, August 2nd.

Brokers Change Their Target Price On Rayonier Adv. Materials (NYSE:RYAM)

August 18, 2017

ValuEngine raised shares of Rayonier Advanced Materials from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating in a report on Monday, August 7th. The company has a market capitalization of $581.20 million, a P/E ratio of 16.14 and a beta of 4.28. Public Employees Retirement System of OH bought a new stake in Rayonier Advanced Materials during the second quarter valued at approximately $497,000.

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