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Pensions for teens: Government wants to extend auto-enrolment for young people

December 18, 2017

Among the main changes put forward by the government yesterday is a proposal to reduce the minimum age at which employers must enrol eligible staff into a workplace scheme, from 22 years to 18 years. "We know the world of work is changing, so it is only right that pension saving does too". When the modern state pension was introduced in 1948, a 65-year-old could expect to spend 13.5 years receiving the state payment - 23% of their adult life.

Deutsche Bank Now Covering Newell Brands (NYSE:NWL) With $32 Target

December 18, 2017

Newell Brands announced that its Board of Directors has approved a share buyback plan on Tuesday, September 26th that permits the company to repurchase $256.00 million in outstanding shares. Capital Ca holds 205,000 shares or 0.73% of its portfolio. Coach Inc. had 95 analyst reports since July 21, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. Newell Brands Inc .

Uber Ties Up With BBM Messenger For In-App Ride Booking

December 18, 2017

Now run by Indonesian telco Emtek, BBM still maintains a decentish following in Indonesia, other parts of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. "With this partnership, BBM users can quickly request an Uber ride via BBM despite variations in quality of location, network speed, or device features", said Chan Park, Uber's general manager in Southeast Asia.

Toyota to make more than 10 battery EV models in early 2020s

December 18, 2017

Toyota Motor Corp. now offers no purely electric vehicles, although it leads in hybrid models , which switch between an electric motor and a gas engine. Toyota announced other goals on green vehicles. Already, to increase the driving range of EVs and improve battery safety, Toyota has been developing a number of technologies including solid-state batteries, which it has described as being an industry "game changer".

French group Thales seals $5.6B deal in Gemalto takeover

December 18, 2017

The Thales offer showed that it valued the world-leading chipmaker at about €4.8 billion. Gemalto chief executive Phillipe Vallee said the deal was "the most promising option" for the company and it has been recommended to shareholders by the board.

Japan Prosecutors Raid Firms Over Maglev Bids

December 18, 2017

Obayashi was raided earlier this month on suspicion of obstructing other companies' bids on the railway projects. Shares in Kajima fell as much as 4.6 percent, and Shimizu slipped as much as 3.7 percent, while the Nikkei 225 Stock Average climbed 1 percent.

Promoting watchdog considers Amazon Prime supply…

December 18, 2017

Amazon advises standard customers to order by Wednesday to receive their items before Christmas, but says Prime customers can order as late as Saturday . If in stock it'll be dispatched that same day... Amazon had warned customers delivery times could fluctuate during the busy Christmas period but some users have waited longer than they bargained for.

Adani scraps $2bn deal to outsource Carmichael coalmine operation

December 18, 2017

In a setback to India's energy giant Adani, the newly-elected Queensland government last week vetoed a plan to give a 900-million dollar concessional loan for the construction of a rail line in the controversy-hit Carmichael coal mine project in Australia.

CM, Deputy CM leading after trailing initially in Gujarat

December 18, 2017

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's performance in the upcoming state polls will serve as a litmus test of its popularity considering recent policy changes and reforms. CM Rupani had won the seat in the 2014 bypoll. But, like Rupani, Nitin Patel also came back strongly to take a lead against his Congress rival from Mehsana.

Man Stabbed, Mowed Down In Johor Bahru

December 18, 2017

Unsurprisingly, considering the number of onlookers, a video of the entire incident circulated across the internet late last night. With the man on the ground, his assailants got into their auto, circled the petrol station and knocked down the man.

Scharf Investments LLC Invests $411000 in O'Reilly Automotive Inc (NASDAQ:ORLY)

December 18, 2017

Another trade for 1,040 shares valued at $205,078 was sold by JOHNSON RANDY . TELUS Corporation (NYSE:TU) has risen 9.57% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. (NYSE:TRGP) for 13.54 million shares. Private Advisor Ltd Company holds 0.01% or 1,284 shares. Benjamin F Edwards & stated it has 431 shares. (NASDAQ:ORLY) for 6,823 shares.

Are Analysts Bullish Pitney Bowes Inc

December 18, 2017

The stock increased 0.13% or $0.05 during the last trading session, reaching $39.47. Sidoti downgraded Pitney Bowes Inc. It has underperformed by 26.91% the S&P500. It dived, as 43 investors sold Pitney Bowes Inc. shares while 109 reduced holdings. 49 funds opened positions while 87 raised stakes. Eaton Vance Management now owns 54,293 shares of the technology company's stock worth $820,000 after buying an additional 142 shares in the last quarter.

Can analysts adopt a bullish outlook for Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE:STZ)?

December 18, 2017

Sirios Capital Management LP who had been investing in Kar Auction Svcs Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $6.90 billion market cap company. Bnp Paribas Arbitrage accumulated 163,588 shares or 0.1% of the stock. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.14 in Q2 2017. Its up 0.34, from 0.82 in 2017Q1.

Pinebridge Investments LP Trims Stake in Honeywell International Inc. (HON)

December 18, 2017

Axiom International Investors Llc bought 29,124 shares as the company's stock rose 5.49% with the market. The institutional investor held 300,000 shares of the consumer services company at the end of 2017Q2, valued at $44.69 million, down from 325,000 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) EPS Estimated At $1.29

December 18, 2017

It has outperformed by 5.75% the S&P500. Blake Aileen B had sold 1,000 shares worth $92,000. The insider St Clair Joyce sold 7,665 shares worth $728,175. Citigroup has "Neutral" rating and $74 target. The stock of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:SHLD) earned "Negative" rating by Susquehanna on Friday, February 10.

(CAG) Shares Bought by California Public Employees Retirement System

December 18, 2017

Quantbot Technologies Lp, which manages about $581.51 million and $1.06 billion US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Ww Grainger Inc (NYSE:GWW) by 37,363 shares to 8,737 shares, valued at $1.58M in 2017Q2, according to the filing. for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts 13.04% EPS growth. Conagra Brands Inc . The company has a quick ratio of 0.51, a current ratio of 1.03 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.71.

Legal & General Group Plc Increases Stake in F5 Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:FFIV)

December 18, 2017

About 1.85M shares traded or 123.34% up from the average. River & Mercantile Asset Management Llp decreased F5 Networks Inc ( FFIV ) stake by 69.98% reported in 2017Q2 SEC filing. Therefore 17% are positive. They issued an "accumulate" rating and a $160.00 price target for the company. The rating was downgraded by Deutsche Bank on Wednesday, March 29 to "Sell".

How Many Proofpoint, Inc. (NASDAQ:PFPT)'s Analysts Are Bearish?

December 18, 2017

AMERCO (NASDAQ:UHAL) has risen 4.93% since December 16, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 11.77% the S&P500. Nationwide Fund Advisors boosted its stake in shares of Proofpoint Inc (NASDAQ: PFPT ) by 5.2% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC.

DISH Network (DISH) Earns Media Impact Score of 0.12

December 18, 2017

Goldman Sachs Group Inc who had been investing in Dish Network Corp for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $22.65 billion market cap company. Farr Miller And Washington Ltd Dc owns 4,500 shares. Cubist Systematic Strategies Lc has 17,290 shares. Ci Investments reported 57,013 shares stake. Huntington Bankshares reported 2,600 shares.

Wynn Resorts (WYNN) PT Raised to $180.00

December 18, 2017

BlackRock California Municipal 2018 Term Trust (BJZ) has risen 0.05% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. It has underperformed by 4.78% the S&P500. After $1.52 actual EPS reported by Wynn Resorts, Limited for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts -13.16 % negative EPS growth. They expect $49.48 earnings per share, up 30.90% or $11.68 from last year's $37.8 per share.

Could Office Depot Incorporated (NASDAQ:ODP) Change Direction After More Shorts?

December 18, 2017

Office Depot, Inc . has a 1 year low of $2.97 and a 1 year high of $6.26. It has outperformed by 34.35% the S&P500. The original version of this piece of content can be accessed at https://www.thelincolnianonline.com/2017/12/16/office-depot-inc-odp-shares-sold-by-highbridge-capital-management-llc.html.

Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc (FBHS) Stake Lessened by KBC Group NV

December 18, 2017

The company has market cap of $10.21 billion. The company's stock had a trading volume of 2,256,300 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,051,441. Opus Mgmt Inc owns 25,000 shares or 0.2% of their USA portfolio. Cibc World Mkts Corp invested 0.02% in Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. Global X Management Co.

Zeke Capital Advisors LLC Raises Holdings in Humana Inc (HUM)

December 18, 2017

Humana Inc. (NYSE:HUM) has risen 35.38% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. Humana Inc ( NYSE HUM ) traded up $3.03 during midday trading on Friday, reaching $253.64. Twelve equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eleven have issued a buy rating to the company's stock. The company was maintained on Friday, March 31 by IBC.

Magnetar Financial LLC Purchases Shares of 7267 Transdigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG)

December 18, 2017

The stock increased 0.75% or $2.07 during the last trading session, reaching $276.55. The stock was sold at an average price of $277.48, for a total transaction of $1,664,880.00. CA decreased its holdings in shares of Transdigm Group Incorporated (NYSE:TDG) by 11.2% in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Schlumberger Limited. (SLB) Shares Sold by Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co

December 18, 2017

The stock increased 0.08% or $0.02 during the last trading session, reaching $24.92. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has risen 62.48% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. The rating was maintained by Barclays Capital with "Equal Weight" on Monday, January 25. After $0.42 actual EPS reported by Schlumberger Limited for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts 7.14% EPS growth.

JP Morgan Chase & Co (JPM) Shares Bought by Achmea Investment Management BV

December 18, 2017

J P Morgan Chase & Co has a 1 year low of $81.64 and a 1 year high of $108.40. The stock increased 0.42% or $4.88 during the last trading session, reaching $1179.14. (NYSE:JPM). Investors Asset Mngmt Of Georgia Inc Ga Adv owns 34,435 shares or 2.17% of their United States portfolio. IPG Investment Advisors LLC grew its position in J P Morgan Chase & Co by 0.3% during the 2nd quarter.

Confidence in Camden Prop Trust (NYSE:CPT) Shares by JP Morgan Rise

December 18, 2017

The rating was maintained by Morgan Stanley on Thursday, December 14 with "Equal-Weight". BTIG Research initiated Camden Property Trust (NYSE:CPT) on Thursday, August 25 with "Neutral" rating. 56,838 shares were sold by Muilenburg Dennis A , worth $13.84 million. 3,234 shares were sold by MCGUIRE WILLIAM B, worth $290,318. (NYSE:ECL) on Thursday, August 3.

Arrangements in place for counting of votes in Gujarat, Himachal tomorrow

December 18, 2017

All the exit polls predicted a clear BJP majority in both Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat. "China's companies will feel the changes no later than India's", said the Global Times article. He also alleged that there had been attempts to hack EVMs using its "source code" in the Patidar-dominated and tribal areas of the State. Exit polls have exited and it's all over to the results of the Gujarat Assembly Election 2017 on December 18.

Macquarie Group Ltd. Lowers Position in Centene Corporation

December 18, 2017

The stock had a trading volume of 4,127,504 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,270,874. The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) has risen 9.26% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. It has a 19.46 P/E ratio. The Company's Managed Care segment provides health plan coverage to individuals, through government subsidized programs, including Medicaid, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Long Term Care, Foster Care, dual-eligible individuals (Duals) and the Supplemental ...

$1 Billion to Fight Boko Haram: Governors Forum Tackles Fayose

December 18, 2017

It called on National Assembly to interrogate the proposed disbursement and subject it to a thorough interrogation. Fayose, in a statement at the weekend, said he was not part of the decision and claimed that the request for the money made no sense since the federal government had earlier boasted of defeating the terror sect.

Kindred Healthcare, Inc. (KND) Stock Price Increases Today

December 18, 2017

Bessemer Grp stated it has 0% in Kindred Healthcare, Inc. Amalgamated Bank now owns 11,518 shares of the health services provider's stock valued at $134,000 after purchasing an additional 108 shares during the last quarter. Bank Of Hawaii increased Vanguard (VEA) stake by 170,711 shares to 1.38 million valued at $56.89 million in 2017Q2. Brigade Ltd Partnership reported 118,000 shares or 0.11% of all its holdings.

SPDR S&P International Indl Sect ETF (IPN) Declines 0.55% for Dec 17

December 18, 2017

Wells Fargo & Company MN now owns 1,449,462 shares of the exchange traded fund's stock valued at $125,480,000 after purchasing an additional 38,545 shares during the last quarter. The ETF is -4.57% of its 52-Week High and 19.60% of its low, and is now having ATR of 0.2. The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, January 31st.

Japan logs goods trade surplus of 1 bln United States dollars in November

December 18, 2017

The world's third-largest economy logged a surplus of 113.4 billion yen ($1.0 billion), a 22-percent drop from a 146.5-billion-yen surplus a year earlier, according to finance ministry data. Exports were up 16.2% on year, topping expectations for a gain of 14.7% following the 14.0% gain in the previous month. Shipments to the USA were up 13 percent, while exports to Western Europe climbed 17 percent, led by a 27 percent jump in exports to Germany.

FY2017 EPS Estimates for Valley National Bancorp (VLY) Raised by Wedbush

December 18, 2017

Tributary Capital Management Llc who had been investing in Old Natl Bancorp Ind for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $2.41B market cap company. ValuEngine upgraded shares of Old National Bancorp (NASDAQ:ONB) from a hold rating to a buy rating in a research note issued to investors on Friday, December 1st.

United States tech giant Oracle is buying Australia's Aconex for $1.6 billion

December 18, 2017

This is a 47% premium to the last close price of $5.29 and values the company at approximately $1.6 billion. Shares in Aconex on Monday surged almost 45 per cent on the news and were trading at $7.63 by 1230 AEDT. "With the addition of Aconex , we significantly advance our vision of offering the most comprehensive cloud-based project management solution for this $14 trillion industry".

Ltd. Has $5.62 Million Stake in NXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI)

December 18, 2017

TCI Wealth Advisors Inc. now owns 1,192 shares of the semiconductor provider's stock worth $130,000 after buying an additional 52 shares in the last quarter. Shares of NXP Semiconductors N.V. Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of The Province Of Alberta Alberta Investment Management Corp, which manages about $10.63B US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Alleghany Corp (NYSE:Y) by 2,800 shares to 6,300 shares, valued at $3.75M in 2017Q2, according to the filing.

Wenger hails Ozil screamer in tight Newcastle victory

December 18, 2017

They have 33 points, one more than fifth-placed Burnley who were held to a 0-0 draw away at Brighton and Hove Albion. Against West Ham on Wednesday, he looked somewhere near to the old Jack in terms of committing players, being sharp on the ball, being hard to get off the ball and working hard the other way.

Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign donations lagging

December 18, 2017

Needs are great throughout the Greater Birmingham area, and The Salvation Army now serves individuals in need in Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair and Chilton counties. "The struggle is making sure you can train all your volunteers and we have so many dedicated volunteers that that might be a challenge", Sauder said.

World's largest futures exchange set to launch bitcoin futures Sunday night

December 18, 2017

However, the CME contract price will be culled from multiple exchanges, potentially offering investors more transparency about the value. Since the opening, contracts have continued trading at a premium against the price of bitcoin , which at press time was at $18,439, according to CoinDesk's Bitcoin Price Index (BPI).

(TUP) EVP Sells $124140.00 in Stock

December 18, 2017

The shares were sold at an average price of $59.26, for a total value of $2,642,996.00. Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) has risen 29.01% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. Royal Bancorp Of Canada owns 55,120 shares for 0% of their portfolio. Hilltop Holding, a Texas-based fund reported 9,362 shares. Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE:TUP) has risen 29.01% since December 16, 2016 and is uptrending.

Marsh & McLennan Companies (MMC) Research Coverage Started at Goldman Sachs Group

December 18, 2017

It has underperformed by 29.80% the S&P500. The institutional investor held 96,349 shares of the finance company at the end of 2017Q2, valued at $7.51 million, up from 68,443 at the end of the previous reported quarter. Cypress Capital Gru, Florida-based fund reported 6,000 shares. Since August 21, 2017, it had 0 buys, and 1 insider sale for $2.32 million activity.

IFM Investors Pty Ltd Buys Shares of 5750 Total System Services, Inc

December 18, 2017

It has underperformed by 0.45% the S&P500. North Run Capital Lp sold 815,827 shares as the company's stock rose 15.89% with the market. The institutional investor held 54,770 shares of the miscellaneous company at the end of 2017Q2, valued at $3.19 million, up from 18,408 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Is Buying Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) Here Good Idea?

December 18, 2017

Northcoast Asset Management Llc acquired 11,737 shares as Progressive Corp Ohio ( PGR)'s stock rose 6.56%. The hedge fund run by Ron Bobman held 243,800 shares of the property-casualty insurers company at the end of 2017Q2, valued at $10.75 million, down from 498,500 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

ViaSat, Inc. (VSAT) Director Sells $435243.00 in Stock

December 18, 2017

Odey Asset Management Group Ltd raised its position in shares of ViaSat by 23.2% during the 2nd quarter. The stock increased 1.71% or $1.24 during the last trading session, reaching $73.96. Therefore 42% are positive. ViaSat had 20 analyst reports since October 13, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. Also, insider Keven K. Lippert sold 4,100 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, November 28th.

Brokerages Set Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Price Target at $74.00

December 18, 2017

M&T Bank Corp sold 14,164 shares as the company's stock declined 9.26% while stock markets rallied. The hedge fund run by Eashwar Krishnan held 10.81M shares of the consumer services company at the end of 2017Q2, valued at $423.91M, down from 15.16 million at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Usca Ria LLC Stake in Wal (WMT) Decreased by $3.50 Million

December 18, 2017

Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE:WMT) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 16th. It has underperformed by 2.87% the S&P500. It also increased its holding in Bank Amer Corp (NYSE:BAC) by 1.40M shares in the quarter, for a total of 2.88M shares, and has risen its stake in Exelon Corp (NYSE:EXC).

Western Gas Partners (NYSE:WES) Receiving Somewhat Positive News Coverage, Analysis Finds

December 18, 2017

The stock increased 0.35% or $0.595 during the last trading session, reaching $172.815. About 88,818 shares traded or 76.40% up from the average. Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) has risen 12.54% since December 17, 2016 and is uptrending. Diversified owns 30,335 shares for 0.14% of their portfolio. Steelcase had 7 analyst reports since September 1, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. On Tuesday, October 11 the stock rating was maintained by RBC Capital Markets with "Outperform".

Energy Transfer Equity (ETE) Given Daily News Sentiment Rating of 0.13

December 18, 2017

Neuberger Berman Group Llc who had been investing in Healthsouth Corp for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $4.93B market cap company. Horizon Kinetics Ltd Liability Corp reported 10,957 shares stake. Hightower Advisors Ltd Limited Liability Company stated it has 618,236 shares or 0.1% of all its holdings.

Digging Through Chicago Bridge & Iron Company NV (CBI) Technicals

December 18, 2017

David Shaw increased its stake in Triumph Group Inc New (TGI) by 159.61% based on its latest 2017Q2 regulatory filing with the SEC. First Manhattan invested in 0% or 488 shares. It also reduced its holding in Chicago Bridge & Iron Co Nv (Call) (NYSE: CBI ) by 160,000 shares in the quarter, leaving it with 300,000 shares, and cut its stake in Gamestop Corp (NYSE:GME).

Are Analysts Bullish about Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) after last week?

December 18, 2017

SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 9,676 shares of the scientific and technical instruments company's stock worth $1,235,000 after acquiring an additional 2,655 shares during the last quarter. The scientific and technical instruments company reported $1.96 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.62 by $0.34. They expect $1.74 EPS, up 5.45% or $0.09 from last year's $1.65 per share.

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