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United Kingdom retailer installs 'world's first' finger vein payment system

September 21, 2017

Instead of reading your fingerprint, however, the technology uses the unique pattern of veins underneath the skin on the fingertip. According to the paper, Sthaler has said it is in serious talks with other major supermarkets to adopt the finger vein scanners at check-outs.

Arbutus Biopharma Corporation (NASDAQ:ABUS) Signals Intraday Volatility - Up $0.98

September 21, 2017

Arbutus Biopharma Corporation (NASDAQ: ABUS ) shares have been labeled a top pick by Beta Research as it meets the A+ criteria outlined by the firm. The stock's market capitalization is 305.39M. As per Friday, August 7, the company rating was initiated by Wedbush. 08/05/2016 - Arbutus Biopharma Corporation was downgraded to "market perform" by analysts at Leerink Swann.

Rowan Companies plc (RDC) — Recommendation Trends Analysis

September 21, 2017

Equities analysts anticipate that Rowan Companies PLC will post ($0.95) earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Seaport Global Securities upgraded shares of Rowan Companies PLC from a "sell" rating to a "neutral" rating and upped their price target for the company from $10.00 to $11.00 in a research note on Thursday, July 20th.

$1.53 EPS Expected for Discover Financial Services (DFS)

September 21, 2017

Edge Asset Management, Inc expanded its holdings by buying 67,475 shares an increase of 2.7% as of 03/31/2017. Merchants Bancshares now has $346.30M valuation. The original version of this report can be viewed at https://stocknewstimes.com/2017/09/18/discover-financial-services-dfs-shares-sold-by-jpmorgan-chase-co.html.

Research Report For Sibanye Gold Limited (SBGL)

September 21, 2017

A total of 6.77 Billion shares exchanged at hands and its average trading volume is standing at 3.03 Million shares. DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale now owns 1,331 shares of the basic materials company's stock worth $115,000 after purchasing an additional 131 shares during the period.

Analytical Guide for BioTelemetry, Inc. (BEAT), W&T Offshore, Inc. (WTI) Stakeholders

September 21, 2017

Note the stock price at publication ($2.55), since the technical rating is based on intraday stock prices. Using this method, a stock that is trading underneath the intrinsic value may be considered a good pick. Through this figure traders can analyze that WTI show whether or not a stock now most active and standing in buying side or sell side. The acquisition was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website .

What Are Analysts Suggestions On Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY)

September 21, 2017

The 52-week high of the share price is -2.51% and 52-week low of the share price is 26.25%. Several research firms have recently commented on NLY. Finally, ValuEngine raised shares of Annaly Capital Management from a "buy" rating to a "strong-buy" rating in a research report on Friday, September 1st.

Bay Area cities sue major oil companies over climate change

September 21, 2017

In the suit, the cities compare big oil to big tobacco for the way they conducted PR campaigns to disguise the deleterious environmental damage they knew they were causing. San Francisco is suing five of the world's largest oil and gas companies for the costs of sea walls and other infrastructure needed to protect against climate change.

Ford to suspend production at 5 North American plants

September 21, 2017

A report from a European Ford manager suggested that the new Fiesta - unveiled earlier this year at the Geneva International Motor Show - won't make it to North America due to the struggle small cars are facing in this market. The company did not say how many of those workers would face temporary layoffs. Large inventories of unsold vehicles are to blame for the temporary production halts.

IBM Retirement Fund Buys 11391 Shares of Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL)

September 21, 2017

Davis R M Inc decreased Colgate Palmolive Co (CL) stake by 2.12% reported in 2016Q4 SEC filing. Verduin Patricia also sold $290,045 worth of Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) on Thursday, June 15. Moreover, Bridges Invest Counsel Incorporated has 0.27% invested in Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) for 16,966 shares. Colgate-Palmolive Company (NYSE:CL) has risen 6.23% since September 20, 2016 and is uptrending.

Are Analysts Bullish Tallgrass Energy GP LP (NYSE:TEGP) After Last Week?

September 21, 2017

As of the end of the quarter Cantab Capital Partners Llp had acquired 11,305 shares growing its holdings by 120.1%. About 38,166 shares traded. 04/20/2017 - Macquarie began new coverage on Tallgrass Energy Partners, LP giving the company a "outperform" rating.

Analysts Opinions on: AU Optronics Corp. (AUO)

September 21, 2017

They are used in notebook computers, desktop monitors, televisions, digital cameras, DVD players, PDAs, mobile phones, portable games, and vehicle navigation systems, among other applications. While having a peek at profitability ratios Au Optronics Corp (NYSE: AUO ) has trailing twelve month gross margin at 18%, its trailing twelve month operating margin stands at 11.5% whereas its trailing twelve month net profit margin spots at 9.5%.

Rice Midstream Partners LP Comm (NYSE:RMP) Sees Significantly Higher Trading Volume

September 21, 2017

The ERP5 Rank may assist investors with spotting companies that are undervalued. Investors may use Price to Book to display how the market portrays the value of a stock. Value of 53.00000. The Q.i. Value is to help identify companies that are the most undervalued. 02/27/2015 - Summit Midstream Partners, LP had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at MLV & Co.

DCT Industrial Trust Inc (NYSE:DCT) Experiences Light Trading Volume

September 21, 2017

The stock declined 0.81% or $0.48 reaching $59.1 on the news. About 391,962 shares traded or 270.02% up from the average. DCT Industrial Trust Inc (NYSE:DCT) has risen 26.55% since September 17, 2016 and is uptrending. The Illinois-based Trust Department Mb Bancorporation N A has invested 0.56% in Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM). This dividend amount will represent a yield of $2.12.

Placing the Spotlight on iShares FTSE 100 UCITS ETF GBP (CUKX.L)

September 21, 2017

Active investors may choose to use this technical indicator as a stock evaluation tool. Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap ex N Amer Idx ETF (VI.TO) now has a 14-day Commodity Channel Index (CCI) of 145.12. In general, if the reading goes above -20, the stock may be considered to be overbought. After a recent check, the 14-day RSI is now at 65.72, the 7-day stands at 75.84, and the 3-day is sitting at 92.99.

HSBC Holdings plc (HSBA) Receives Hold Rating from Deutsche Bank AG

September 21, 2017

With 2.50M avg volume, 6 days are for Centerpoint Energy Incorporated (NYSE:CNP)'s short sellers to cover CNP's short positions. LS Investment Advisors LLC now owns 2,338 shares of the financial services provider's stock worth $108,000 after buying an additional 59 shares in the last quarter.

Red Cross training more volunteers to head to hurricane-affected areas

September 21, 2017

Altogether, more than $400,000 was raised during Operation Helping Hand. Hurricanes Harvey and Irma may be gone, but they certainly left their mark. The Red Cross is working closely with the entire response community - government agencies, other nonprofit groups, faith-based organizations, area businesses and others - to coordinate emergency relief efforts and get help to people as quickly as possible.

Reynolds: No emergency session to plug revenue shortfall

September 21, 2017

After a briefing with the Department of Management and Department of Revenue, Reynolds announced that a special session was not necessary. Gov. Kim Reynolds will instead transfer an additional $13 million from state reserves. Reynolds' plans. "But at this point, we're going to have to wait and see where all of that came from as we look through the numbers". "I'm optimistic about Iowa's future", Reynolds said.

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) Position Reduced by Nicholas Investment Partners LP

September 21, 2017

EVP - Product Operations Salvatore Brogna disclosed the sale of 899 shares of ISRG stock. The fund owned 150,346 shares of the medical equipment provider's stock after acquiring an additional 36,389 shares during the period. Intuitive Surgical shares are going to split on Friday, October 6th. Stock Could Rise" on September 02, 2017, also Fool.com with their article: "The Simple Reason Intuitive Surgical, Inc .

Research Report For Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc. (VRX)

September 21, 2017

The stock recorded a rise in short interest between August 15, 2017 and August 31, 2017 of 0.65%. About 607,081 shares traded. Riggs Asset Managment reported 4,193 shares. (DCTH) now has a value of $0.08 while the company's 52 week low is at $0.01, the shares dropped to the 52 week low on 06/05/17. Public Sector Pension Inv Board holds 522,217 shares or 0.07% of its portfolio.

Dan Gilbert's Bedrock announces 4 new developments in downtown Detroit

September 21, 2017

We're just scratching the surface. Gilbert, who owns more than 95 properties in and around downtown, said he "thought (he) was in an alternative universe" when large consulting firms offered to donate their time to the recruitment effort.

Emerson Electric Company (EMR) Shares Bought by Atria Investments LLC

September 21, 2017

As of June 30, 2016, the Company operated 12 residential substance abuse treatment facilities located throughout the United States, focused on delivering clinical care and treatment solutions across 1,139 beds, which includes 636 licensed detoxification beds, and 18 standalone outpatient centers.

Umpqua Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:UMPQ) Trading Up - Short Interest Up by 33.33%

September 21, 2017

About 637,287 shares traded. It has underperformed by 2.55% the S&P500. Investors sentiment decreased to 0.88 in 2016 Q4. Next quarter's EPS is forecasted at $0.29 with next year's EPS anticipated to be $1.24. RBC Capital Markets maintained the shares of UMPQ in report on Monday, October 26 with "Sector Perform" rating. The company was maintained on Thursday, August 10 by Keefe Bruyette & Woods.

Analyst Stock Recommendations For Physicians Realty Trust (DOC), PICO Holdings, Inc. (PICO)

September 21, 2017

About shares traded. Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ:VRTU) has declined 13.10% since September 18, 2016 and is downtrending. It has underperformed by 7.14% the S&P500. (NYSE:PDM) news were published by: Nasdaq.com which released: "PIEDMONT OFFICE REALTY TRUST REPORTS NO MATERIAL DAMAGE FROM HURRICANES HARVEY ..." on September 12, 2017, also Seekingalpha.com with their article: "Piedmont Office Realty Trust's (PDM) CEO Don Miller on Q1 2017 Results ..." published on May 03, 2017, Nasdaq.com ...

Urban Outfitters Inc. (URBN)

September 21, 2017

The company reported its EPS on 7/30/2017. Is Urban Outfitters, Inc . Telsey Advisory Group decreased their target price on shares of Urban Outfitters from $26.00 to $20.00 and set a market perform rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, June 9th.

Today Analysts Focus on Deere & Company (DE), Carnival Corporation (CCL)

September 21, 2017

Also, there are 0 buy, 0 sell and 1 strong sell ratings, collectively assigning a 1.95 average brokerage recommendation. Therefore 29% are positive. Analysts await Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) to report earnings on November, 9. In the latest trading session on 09/15/2017, Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL ) shares closed down -4.07% to finish at $65.94. Therefore 78% are positive.

Teradata Corporation (NYSE:TDC) Experiences Heavier than Usual Trading Volume

September 21, 2017

BidaskClub cut shares of Teradata Corporation from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a research note on Saturday, July 8th. The stock of Teradata Corporation (NYSE: TDC ) has "Hold" rating given on Friday, July 14 by Oppenheimer. The stock was sold at an average price of $31.83, for a total value of $1,498,078.95. In other words, EPS reveals how profitable a company is on a share owner basis.

CareDx (NASDAQ:CDNA) Move as Institutional Investors' Sentiment Increased

September 21, 2017

The firm has "Outperform" rating given on Friday, July 24 by Credit Suisse. The company was maintained on Friday, June 16 by Jefferies. CareDx, Inc ., launched on December 21, 1998, is a molecular diagnostics company. Flynn James E sold 232,101 shares worth $2.64 million. GAGNON NEIL also bought $7,439 worth of CareDx Inc (NASDAQ: CDNA ) shares. As of the last earnings report the EPS was $-1.39 and is projected to be $-0.82 for the current year with 22,541,000 shares now outstanding.

Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALDX) Plunges -15.93% in Pre-market

September 21, 2017

On average, equities research analysts forecast that Aldeyra Therapeutics, Inc . will post ($1.63) earnings per share for the current fiscal year. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, one has assigned a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the stock.

Proofpoint, Inc. (PFPT) EVP Sells 23000 Shares of Stock

September 21, 2017

The stock increased 0.07% or $0.05 on September 15, reaching $74.75. About 643,055 shares traded or 49.11% up from the average. Stryker Corporation (NYSE:SYK) has risen 24.95% since September 17, 2016 and is uptrending. The shares were sold at an average price of $90.53, for a total value of $452,650.00. Proofpoint Inc had 66 analyst reports since July 24, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel.

Allergan PLC. (AGN) Holdings Reduced by Eagle Asset Management Inc

September 21, 2017

A number of research analysts have recently commented on the stock. Finally, Barrington Strategic Wealth Management Group LLC increased its stake in Allergan plc by 0.9% in the fourth quarter. Cantor Fitzgerald reissued a "hold" rating on shares of Allergan PLC.in a research report on Tuesday, August 29th. They issued a "neutral" rating and a $231.00 price objective for the company.

Analogic Corporation (ALOG) to Issue $0.10 Quarterly Dividend

September 21, 2017

BlackRock Inc. now owns 1,601,037 shares of the medical research company's stock valued at $121,518,000 after acquiring an additional 1,598,108 shares during the period. 09/22/2016 - Analogic Corporation had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at Brean Capital. The dividend was $0.100 per share for the quarter which is $0.40 annualized.

America Apartment Communiti (NYSE:MAA) Sees Unusual Trading Volume in Its Shares

September 21, 2017

The stock rose 0.22% or $0.24 reaching $108.46 per share. The company had a trading volume of 52,377 shares. It has outperformed by 24.87% the S&P500. Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. earnings have risen with an annualized rate of 31.9% over the last 5 years. Raymond James Trust Na, Florida-based fund reported 11,892 shares.

Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE:VLO) Upward Momentum Touches New Heights

September 21, 2017

Stifel Financial Corp boosted its holdings in Valero Energy Corporation by 133.7% in the first quarter. It also reduced Arcelormittal Sa Luxembourg Ny Registry Sh (NYSE:MT) stake by 916,740 shares and now owns 270,066 shares. If you are viewing this piece on another domain, it was stolen and republished in violation of United States & global trademark & copyright law. The original version of this piece of content can be viewed at ...

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (BMRN) Position Increased by Seven Eight Capital LP

September 21, 2017

Aperio Group has an ownership of 56,491 stocks of the biotechnology firms shares valued $5,131,000 following acquiring an extra 5,006 shares through out the previous quarter, Emory University lifted its holdings in BioMarin Pharmaceutical by 3.2% through out the 1st period.

Anadarko Petroleum to buy back shares worth $2.5 bln

September 21, 2017

A number of other research analysts have also weighed in on the company. Welch Forbes Limited Liability Com invested 0.14% of its portfolio in Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:APC). Institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Anadarko Petroleum Corp said on Wednesday that its board had authorized a $2.5 billion share repurchase program through 2018.

KPMG is cleared over HBOS audit

September 21, 2017

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC ) has closed an investigation into KPMG's audit of HBOS plc, concluding that the firm "did not fall significantly short of the standards reasonably to be expected of the audit". The FRC's investigation into KPMG's work for HBOS began in late 2015, following calls from a whistleblower who lost his job at the United Kingdom bank after raising the alarm about its lending practices in 2004.

Catch up on last night's Emmy Awards with these 5 graphics

September 21, 2017

In his speech before the United Nations, he threatened to "totally destroy North Korea ". Conway also said people may be tuning out because everyone "sounds the same" bashing Trump . "What really matters to Donald Trump is ratings". You wanted publicity, now you got it, you pathetic worm. And I certainly hope that we achieve that tonight .

Acadian Asset Management LLC Acquires 1879688 Shares of Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)

September 21, 2017

Carl Domino Inc lowered its position in Cisco Systems, Inc . Company insiders own 0.11% of the company's stock. About 217,094 shares traded. Cisco Systems (NASDAQ: CSCO ) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, August 16th.

Renault Duster Sandstorm Edition launched at Rs. 10.90 lakh

September 21, 2017

The RXS Diesel 110 PS variant is powered by the same 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder diesel but in a higher state of tune. With 5 speed and 6-speed manual transmission, the Renault Duster Sandstorm comes and available in a 2 wheel drive option. There is also a 7.0-inch MediaNAV touchscreen infotainment system. The special Sandstorm edition is also available on the 110PS diesel variant of the Renault Duster, priced at Rs 11.7 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Equifax tweets sent victims to phishing site

September 21, 2017

The company's Twitter account is only making matters worse. The company did not provide an explanation for how it made such an obvious mistake, particularly at a time when its practices were already under the spotlight after Equifax suffered a massive security breach.

Delphi will use BlackBerry QNX for its self-driving platform

September 21, 2017

Delphi now has a turnkey self-driving system called CSLP that it intends to distribute to smaller automakers in 2019 for production in 2021. Blackberry will provide operating software for the end-to-end system, which Delphi wants to sell to automakers and other companies.

Analysts See $4.80 EPS for Alliance Data Systems Corporation (ADS)

September 21, 2017

Credit Suisse initiated Alliance Data Systems Corporation (NYSE: ADS ) on Friday, December 11 with "Neutral" rating. Alliance Data Systems Corporation's dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 23.69%. The stock had a trading volume of 2,219,803 shares. Alliance Data Systems Corporation has a 12-month low of $197.69 and a 12-month high of $266.25. Boston Partners holds 0.27% or 905,329 shares.

Consumer Goods Forum Calls for Streamlined Food Labels Worldwide by 2020

September 21, 2017

It is described as the first deal of its kind between a major retailer and its food suppliers, and follows similar moves by the IGD and Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) to align branded suppliers with the Champions 12 .3 goals. The Champions 12 .3 report that was also released today measures progress towards the twelfth SDG's food waste target against the three-year milestones on the way to the 2030 target date.

Equifax CSO and CIO leave after widespread data breach

September 21, 2017

Equifax said Tuesday that approximately 100,000 Canadian consumers may have had their personal information compromised in the massive cyberattack on the credit data company that was revealed this month. That review is being conducted with security outfit Mandiant, which the new statement says was engaged on August 2nd. Dan Panesar, VP EMEA, Certes Networks, said: "As the fall-out of the Equifax breaches continues, it is ever more apparent that not only is maintaining traditional ...

Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE:TCO) Experiences Heavier than Average Trading Volume

September 21, 2017

It has underperformed by 29.91% the S&P500. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link . Following the completion of the transaction, the director now directly owns 16,646 shares in the company, valued at approximately $947,157.40.

Tesla Close to Unveiling Autonomous Driving Chips With AMD

September 21, 2017

AMD spin-off GlobalFoundries Inc Chief Executive Sanjay Jha said his company is working directly with Tesla, according to the CNBC report. Tesla is reportedly working on a chip to handle all the tasks needed to power the fleet of fully self-driving cars that its CEO Elon Musk promised would be road-ready by 2019.

General Electric Co Institutional Investor Sentiment Worsened in Q4 2016

September 21, 2017

The company has market cap of $4.48 billion. Deutsche Bank AG set a $24.00 price target on shares of General Electric and gave the stock a "sell" rating in a report on Monday, May 29th. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently made changes to their positions in the company. The funds in our partner's database now hold: 4.64 billion shares, up from 4.63 billion shares in 2016Q3.

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS), Post Holdings, Inc

September 21, 2017

Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 6,506,795 shares of the casino operator's stock worth $415,720,000 after acquiring an additional 1,886,376 shares during the last quarter. The consensus analyst target price is $65.62. "(LVS)" was first published by Week Herald and is owned by of Week Herald. WARNING: This piece of content was reported by Equities Focus and is the property of of Equities Focus.

Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE) Holdings Reduced by Westpac Banking Corp

September 21, 2017

The stock increased 0.60% or $0.49 on September 15, reaching $81.83. About 123,940 shares traded. It has outperformed by 40.38% the S&P500. More interesting news about Grand Canyon Education Inc (NASDAQ: LOPE ) were released by: Globenewswire.com and their article: " Grand Canyon Education , Inc".

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