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BB&T Corporation (BBT) on Focus After Trading At 52-Week Highs

January 10, 2018

The company has a market cap of $41,090.00, a P/E ratio of 19.36, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.09 and a beta of 1.00. Zions Bancorporation now owns 3,704 shares of the insurance provider's stock valued at $174,000 after acquiring an additional 2,024 shares in the last quarter.

Ford picks Britain to build diesel engines for best-selling United States pick-ups

January 10, 2018

That explains how Ford managed to get it to deliver all that brawn while keeping fuel economy figures decent. The diesel comes with a 10-speed automatic transmission and will be available in a variety of configurations. The diesel engine won't be the last option coming soon to the F-150: the automaker has already confirmed that a seventh, a hybrid powertrain, is on the way.

Apr-Dec direct tax collections up 18.2%

January 10, 2018

If the direct tax collection keeps pace, it may come as an aid to the Centre struggling to rein in its fiscal deficit in the wake of lower Goods and Services Tax collections and lower non-tax revenues. According to the Finance Ministry, the collection of advance tax has also gone up. In the same period a year ago, the government had collected Rs 5.53 lakh crore.

Volatile Stock in List: Teekay Tankers Ltd (TNK)

January 10, 2018

Teekay Tankers ( TNK ) opened at $1.35 on Monday. The institutional investor held 377,650 shares of the movies and entertainment company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $5.94 million, up from 285,800 at the end of the previous reported quarter.

EPS for Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) Expected At $0.75

January 10, 2018

Altimeter Capital Management Lp bought 780 shares as the company's stock rose 13.58% with the market. North Star Invest Mngmt reported 77,703 shares. The company has a market cap of $11,490.00, a P/E ratio of 25.42, a PEG ratio of 1.91 and a beta of 1.23.

Healthcor Management LP Position In Laboratory Corp Amer Hldgs (LH) Was Upped

January 10, 2018

Schroder Investment Mngmt Gru has invested 0.12% in Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (NYSE:LH). It has underperformed by 6.19% the S&P500. Bnp Paribas Arbitrage Sa has 491,739 shares for 0.05% of their portfolio. Its down 0.16, from 1.06 in 2017Q2. Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, LH traded at a stock price of $162.46, exhibiting 362,590 shares in volume.

Loblaw puts limits on gift card after bread price-fixing scheme

January 10, 2018

The company announced Monday that registrants must agree to a release saying they discharge Loblaw (TSX:L), its parent company George Weston (TSX:WN) and others from relief to the extent of $25 in connection with their involvement in an alleged bread price-fixing arrangement from January 1, 2002 to March 1, 2015.

Poring into the Details of Buckeye Partners, LP (NYSE:BPL) Shares

January 10, 2018

More notable recent Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE: EPD ) news were published by: Seekingalpha.com which released: "Enterprise Products: A Tale Of Two Permian Pipelines" on December 27, 2017, also Fool.com with their article: "Here's Where Things Went Wrong for Enterprise Products Partners LP in 2017" published on December 19, 2017, Seekingalpha.com published: "Enterprise Products Partners: A Vote Of Confidence In Crude" on December 11, 2017.

EPS for Discover Financial Services (DFS) Expected At $1.53

January 10, 2018

The stock increased 0.48% or $0.37 during the last trading session, reaching $77.94. About 1.76M shares traded. Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS) has risen 65.40% since January 7, 2017 and is uptrending. The rating was maintained by BMO Capital Markets on Thursday, June 1 with "Hold". The firm has "Buy" rating given on Monday, December 12 by Bank of America.

American Water Works (AWK) is Chelsea Counsel Co.'s 8th Largest Position

January 10, 2018

The stock decreased 0.99% or $0.49 during the last trading session, reaching $48.9. About 282,565 shares traded. Argus boosted their price target on American Water Works from $100.00 to $105.00 and gave the company a "buy" rating in a research note on Friday, December 29th.

Continental Resources (CLR) Upgraded at Zacks Investment Research

January 10, 2018

The stock increased 1.33% or $0.05 during the last trading session, reaching $3.82. Finally, Utah Retirement Systems raised its stake in shares of Continental Resources by 1.3% in the 2nd quarter. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.55, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a current ratio of 0.94. It dived, as 42 investors sold CLR shares while 107 reduced holdings.

Priceline Group (PCLN) Lowered to "Hold" at Vetr

January 10, 2018

It has underperformed by 41.84% the S&P500. Lei Zhang decreased its stake in Priceline Grp Inc (PCLN) by 55.97% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Therefore 83% are positive. Priceline.com had 96 analyst reports since July 21, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. KeyCorp reissued a "hold" rating on shares of Priceline Group in a research note on Thursday, November 16th.

EPS for Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) Expected At $3.67

January 10, 2018

The stock decreased 0.39% or $0.77 during the last trading session, reaching $197.11. Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:AMGN) has risen 5.27% since January 9, 2017 and is uptrending. It increased, as 51 investors sold LRCX shares while 238 reduced holdings. 41 funds opened positions while 137 raised stakes. MSI Financial Services Inc now owns 1,095 shares of the company's stock worth $104,000 after buying an additional 314 shares in the last quarter.

Visa and Dynamics Unveil Wallet Card

January 10, 2018

Visa partnered with tech startup Dynamics to develop an Internet of Things (IoT) payment card that looks like a regular credit or debit card but has extra features likes alerts and coupon offers, the company announced at this week's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and in a news release .

Peak hour chaos as Sydney train meltdown enters second day

January 10, 2018

One furious passenger took to Twitter to complain about missing a flight due to train delays this morning. "One minute, Sydney Trains management said that the cancellations were due to an excessive amount of approved leave, then it was track work, then they changed their minds and chose to blame workers taking sick leave, and on Twitter, they've even blamed "reduced customer demand" and the weather", the union said in a statement .

$0.64 EPS Expected for Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (MXIM)

January 10, 2018

Morgens Waterfall Vintiadis & Co Inc, which manages about $187.68M and $119.15M US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Costco Whsl New Corp (NASDAQ:COST) by 2,200 shares to 2,750 shares, valued at $452,000 in 2017Q3, according to the filing.

Suzzane's warm message for her ex Hrithik will make your heart melt!

January 10, 2018

How beautifully are Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan sharing a bond that goes beyond friendship, marriage and companionship. Sussanne's selfie with Hrithik appears to be a recently-etched memory from her vacation in France. Unlike other separated couples, the two have never hesitated in partying and posting pictures with each other. Some even asked why they had to part ways.

Going Through the Chart for Devon Energy Corporation (DVN)

January 10, 2018

The institutional investor held 537,724 shares of the business services company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $72.63M, up from 518,457 at the end of the previous reported quarter. Brave Asset Management stated it has 0.24% in Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:DVN). 23,513 are owned by Fdx Advisors Incorporated. 6,803 were accumulated by Sterneck Cap Management Ltd Liability Corporation.

Narendra Modi government clears way for crucial FDI in Air India

January 10, 2018

The sectors, which could be considered for further relaxation of FDI, include construction and single brand retail. This move is expected to expedite the Air India divestment process. "In turn, it will lead to larger FDI inflows contributing to growth of investment, income and employment", a government press release stated. As well, it allowed FIIs/FPIs to invest in power exchanges through the primary market.

As T (TMUS) Stock Price Rose, Holder Friess Associates LLC Raised Stake

January 10, 2018

Mylan N.V. (NASDAQ:MYL) has declined 7.73% since January 9, 2017 and is downtrending. Hbk Limited Partnership has 0.17% invested in T-Mobile US, Inc. Alliancebernstein L.P. (NASDAQ:TMUS) or 117,433 shares. TMUS's profit will be $274.55 million for 49.32 P/E if the $0.33 EPS becomes a reality. BidaskClub downgraded T-Mobile US from a "buy" rating to a "hold" rating in a report on Tuesday, September 12th.

Wells Fargo & Co Boosts Pepsico (PEP) Price Target to $115.00

January 10, 2018

Pepsico, Inc. (NYSE:PEP) gross margin percentage stands at 54.9% while its operating margin for the past trailing twelve month is 16.2 percent and its overall profit margin (ttm) is 11 Percent. On Thursday, July 6 the stock rating was maintained by Susquehanna with "Buy". Zacks Investment Research cut Pepsico from a hold rating to a sell rating in a research report on Thursday.

Louisiana taxpayers can start filing state tax returns on January 29

January 10, 2018

The tax agency set the opening date to ensure the security and readiness of key tax processing systems in advance of the opening and to assess the potential impact of tax legislation on 2017 tax returns. Under the tax law, legal holidays in Washington, D.C., affect the filing deadline across the nation. While the IRS will process those returns when received, it can not issue related refunds before mid-February.

Wal Mart Stores Incorporated (NYSE:WMT) Stock Is Shorted Less

January 10, 2018

Capital Wealth Planning Llc who had been investing in Wal for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $298.43 billion market cap company. Yacktman Asset Management LP trimmed its position in Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Therefore 46% are positive. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc is engaged in the operation of retail, wholesale and other units in various formats around the world.

Could Occidental Petroleum Corporation (OXY) Go Down After Making 52-Week High?

January 10, 2018

It has outperformed by 34.87% the S&P500. Bokf sold 9,500 shares as Occidental Pete Corp Del (OXY)'s stock declined 8.50%. The hedge fund run by Jos Shaver held 2.04M shares of the central company at the end of 2017Q3, valued at $63.02M, up from 1.17M at the end of the previous reported quarter.

Pioneer Natural Resources' (PXD) Buy Rating Reiterated at Piper Jaffray Companies

January 10, 2018

Seabridge Investment Advisors Llc who had been investing in Pioneer Natural Resources Co for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $30.38 billion market cap company. They issued an "outperform" rating and a $192.00 price target for the company. As per Tuesday, November 8, the company rating was maintained by Pacific Crest.

$1.16 EPS Expected for Novartis AG (NVS)

January 10, 2018

The stock increased 0.24% or $0.21 during the last trading session, reaching $86.43. About 18.94M shares traded or 25.35% up from the average. Novartis AG (NYSE: NVS ) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, October 25th. Among 7 analysts covering Herbalife ( NYSE:HLF ), 3 have Buy rating, 0 Sell and 4 Hold. The stock of Marriott International, Inc. UBS maintained Pfizer Inc.

Targa Resources (TRGP) Now Covered by Analysts at Bank of America

January 10, 2018

Allen Investment Management Llc who had been investing in Wayfair Inc for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $7.09 billion market cap company. The stock of Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) earned "Buy" rating by Jefferies on Friday, July 7. Awm Investment Company Inc, which manages about $1.06 billion and $572.57M US Long portfolio, decreased its stake in Iteris Inc.

Avery Dennison Corporation (AVY) Analysts See $1.25 EPS

January 10, 2018

Avery Dennison has a 1-year low of $71.39 and a 1-year high of $119.29. They now have $132.00 target price on the industrial products company's stock. Scarborough sold 10,000 shares of the company's stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, October 27th. Wells Fargo & Company MN's holdings in Avery Dennison Corp.

Teekay Offshore Partners LP (TOO): Stock in Spotlight

January 10, 2018

About 3.32M shares traded or 228.99% up from the average. It has underperformed by 6.82% the S&P500. Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors Lp decreased its stake in Knot Offshore Partners Lp (KNOP) by 3.75% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Jefferies Group Weighs in on JC Penney Company Inc's FY2018 Earnings (JCP)

January 10, 2018

J. C. Penney Company, Inc., through its subsidiary J. The company has market cap of $1.13 billion. EPS ratio determined by looking at last 12 month figures is -0.61. (NYSE: JCP ) on Monday, January 9 with "Outperform" rating. The firm has "Positive" rating given on Friday, February 10 by Susquehanna. As per Monday, May 16, the company rating was maintained by Citigroup.

Do You Have Constellation Brands Inc. (NYSE:STZ) In Your Portfolio?

January 10, 2018

Daiwa Secs Gp, Japan-based fund reported 7,703 shares. It has outperformed by 10.05% the S&P500. Wedgewood Partners Inc decreased its stake in Ecolab Inc Com (ECL) by 55.75% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. (NYSE: STZ ) has "Buy" rating given on Friday, June 30 by Goldman Sachs. Inc. now owns 837 shares of the company's stock valued at $139,000 after buying an additional 537 shares during the last quarter.

Hot Tickers: Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED), Toll Brothers, Inc. (TOL)

January 10, 2018

Many traders will use a combination of moving averages with different time frames to help review stock trend direction. Toll Brothers (NYSE: TOL ) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, December 5th. Virtu Ltd Liability Company holds 0.09% in Toll Brothers, Inc . (NYSE:TOL). Plante Moran Fin invested in 213 shares. Texas Permanent School Fund holds 0.06% or 111,058 shares in its portfolio.

Sainsbury's posts best-ever Christmas and ups full-year guidance

January 10, 2018

Unlike Morrisons , which said it managed to grow sales through offering competitive prices, Sainsbury's saw more people buying its higher margin Taste the Difference food products. Britons are facing pressure from slow wage growth and the jump in inflation that followed the 2016 Brexit vote. The weaker performance is Argos is in stark contrast to past year when the catalogue retailer turbo-charged the group's Christmas sales with revenue growth of 3.7%.

Principal Financial Group, Inc. (PFG) EPS Estimated At $1.36

January 10, 2018

The shares were sold at an average price of $70.07, for a total value of $1,324,673.35. Principal Financial Group had a net margin of 12.35% and a return on equity of 13.55%. Principal Financial Group presently has a consensus rating of "Hold" and a consensus target price of $68.80. Strategic Lc reported 0.11% in Principal Financial Group, Inc .

World Bank boosts Armenia growth forecast for 2018 to 3.8%

January 10, 2018

Aided by fiscal and monetary policies that led to "a much stronger-than-expected rebound", Turkey's economic growth projection for 2017 was revised up to 6.7 percent from 4 percent, state-run Anadolu Agency reported, citing the World Bank Group on January 9.

BlackRock MuniYield Investment Fund (MYF) to Issue $0.07 Monthly Dividend

January 10, 2018

Levels above -20 may indicate the stock may be considered is overbought. Also, the number of hedge funds holding Blackrock Muniholdings California Quality Fund Inc in their top 10 equity positions was flat from 0 to 0 for the same number.

$0.32 EPS Expected for JetBlue Airways Corporation (JBLU)

January 10, 2018

About 4.84M shares traded. Paloma Prtn owns 0.01% invested in JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ:JBLU) for 52,382 shares. It has outperformed by 2.05% the S&P500. The firm earned "Buy" rating on Thursday, November 9 by UBS. The original version of this news story can be read at https://stocknewstimes.com/2018/01/09/jetblue-airways-jblu-stock-rating-lowered-by-bidaskclub.html.

What Are Analysts Report About Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (MRVL)

January 10, 2018

It has underperformed by 0.18% the S&P500. Contour Asset Management Llc increased its stake in Marvell Technology Group Ltd (MRVL ) by 1.89% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Investors sentiment decreased to 1.1 in 2017 Q3. (NYSE:CHD) closed up +0.37 points or 0.74% at $50.44 with 1.35 mln shares exchanging hands. It fall, as 34 investors sold MRVL shares while 102 reduced holdings.

Ford's new diesel F-150 boasts best torque in class

January 10, 2018

F-150 gas engines include the 2.7L, 3.5L and high-output 3.5L V-6 EcoBoost twin turbos, and two naturally aspirated options, the 3.3L V-6 and 5.0L V-8. The unique cooling system helps keep the engine operating at maximum efficiency even in harsh conditions. The V6 diesel powerplant will be available for the Lariat, King Ranch, the Platinum SuperCrew, and the SuperCab versions of the F-150.

Were Analysts Bullish Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:ADM) This Week?

January 10, 2018

The stock increased 0.32% or $0.13 during the last trading session, reaching $40.22. About 2.85 million shares traded. Archer-Daniels-Midland Company has a consensus rating of "Hold" and an average price target of $46.16. The company was maintained on Monday, August 29 by Macquarie Research. BMO Capital Markets downgraded the stock to "Market Perform" rating in Friday, January 6 report.

Chilton Capital Management LLC Maintains Position in Essex Ppty Tr INC (ESS)

January 10, 2018

Incyte Corporation (NASDAQ:INCY) has risen 72.84% since January 7, 2017 and is uptrending. It has outperformed by 169.62% the S&P500. Chilton Capital Management Llc increased its stake in Essex Ppty Tr Inc ( ESS ) by 23.41% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (CTSH), Insmed Incorporated (INSM)

January 10, 2018

The lowest price the stock reached in the last trading day was $29.175 and compares with the $11.49 52-week low. Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (NASDAQ:CTSH) last session's volume of 3.17 million shares was lower than its average volume of 3.42 million shares.

California State Teachers Retirement System Cuts Position in Oasis Petroleum Inc. (OAS)

January 10, 2018

Goldman Sachs downgraded the shares of GIS in report on Tuesday, May 24 to "Sell" rating. The balance sheet health of any company plays a key role in its ability to meet its obligations and maintain the faith of its investment base. They expect $-1.52 EPS, down 60.00% or $0.57 from last year's $-0.95 per share. The low EPS estimate is $0.61, while the high EPS estimate is $0.71. After $2.07 actual EPS reported by Apple Inc.

Wedbush Finally Upgrades Capital One Financial (NYSE:COF) Stock

January 10, 2018

The stock decreased 0.46% or $0.18 during the last trading session, reaching $39.17. About 56,179 shares traded. Capital One Financial had a net margin of 13.34% and a return on equity of 8.25%. BJ's Restaurants had 31 analyst reports since July 27, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. Wedbush maintained Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:COF) rating on Monday, December 11.

$2.03 EPS Expected for Raytheon Company (RTN)

January 10, 2018

Chemical Bank who had been investing in Raytheon Company for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $56.00 billion market cap company. Cowen & Co maintained the shares of LDOS in report on Thursday, October 12 with "Buy" rating. Deutsche Bank maintained Raytheon Company (NYSE:RTN) rating on Friday, October 28.

Most Active Volume Stock: United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:X)

January 10, 2018

The stock of United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) earned "Market Perform" rating by BMO Capital Markets on Thursday, November 2. Jefferies Group reaffirmed a "buy" rating on shares of United States Steel in a research report on Monday, September 18th.

Anushka Sharma's 'Pari' rescheduled for Holi release

January 10, 2018

A source privy to the company's plans said, "With Padmavat coming in, the producers wanted Pad Man to get a longer run". The official Twitter handle of the film unveiled the teaser by posting: "Sweet dreams guys. Pari is Anushka's third production and is primarily a love story. With the new release date, PARI can now cash on the Holi holiday. Pari is being helmed by Prosit Ray.

Analyzing Analyst Recommendations: Vipshop Holdings Limited (VIPS), Jianpu Technology Inc. (JT)

January 10, 2018

It has outperformed by 45.93% the S&P500. Comgest Global Investors Sas increased Vipshop Hldgs Ltd (VIPS) stake by 0.99% reported in 2017Q3 SEC filing. Shell Asset Management Co. raised its stake in shares of VIPSHOP HOLDNGS by 69.0% in the second quarter. In order to reach an opinion and communicate the value and volatility of a covered security, analysts research public financial statements, listen in on conference calls and talk to managers and the customers of a company, typically in ...

Research Ratings: DryShips Inc. (DRYS), MGIC Investment Corporation (MTG)

January 10, 2018

Waddell And Reed Finance holds 1.04M shares or 0.03% of its portfolio. Dimensional Fund Advsr LP owns 2.58 million shares or 0.01% of their United States portfolio. Ameritas Investment Partners Inc. now owns 32,517 shares of the insurance provider's stock worth $364,000 after acquiring an additional 3,036 shares in the last quarter.

Olympic champion Shiffrin of America dominates women's slalom in Flachau World Cup

January 10, 2018

Austria's Bernadette Schild was fastest on the first leg by 0.37 seconds but, skiing last on the second, had already dropped behind Shiffrin's time on the first third of the course. "On the second , I finally got what I wanted from this hill". Shiffrin's maximum returns sees her extend her overall standings lead to a massive 821 points, after closest challengers Wendy Holdener and Petra Vlhova failed to finish their first runs.

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