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Micro Focus -54% on CEO departure, lowered guidance

March 19, 2018

The FTSE 100 company said Chief Executive Chris Hsu would step down immediately and be replaced by Stephen Murdoch, now Micro Focus COO. Full year forecast now expects revenue to drop 6% to 9% (was: down 2% to 4%) with 1H down 9% to 12%.

Barclays rallies as Sherborne takes 5% stake

March 19, 2018

Activist investors have become a growing threat for large listed firms as they often use their minority shareholdings to push through major changes in company strategy. Barclays last month recorded a £1.9bn loss for 2017, reflecting misconduct costs, the impact of winding down its Africa business and a one-off charge stemming from the United States tax reform.

Express Scripts Holding (ESRX) Position Raised by Mackenzie Financial Corp

March 19, 2018

Shares of Express Scripts Holding (NASDAQ: ESRX ) traded down $0.31 during trading hours on Friday, reaching $76.02. The opening price for Express Scripts Holding Company (NASDAQ:ESRX) was $76.85 and the volume amounted to 5.54 million shares which compares with the average volume of 5 million shares.

Boeing 737 Max 7 narrowbody jetliner makes maiden flight

March 19, 2018

The smallest of the American airplane maker's upgraded narrow-bodied jet planes, the Boeing 737 MAX 7 , would be going through several months of flight tests before entering service in 2019. The commercial interest in the 737-7 is visible only by the number of customers. However, Jeff Haber, regional director of product marketing at Boeing was a lot more positive in his outlook.

2 more IndiGo planes hit by snag, grounded

March 19, 2018

On March 13, Directorate General of Civil Aviation ( DGCA ) grounded 11 Airbus 320 Neo aircraft owned by Indigo Airlines and Go Air following multiple instances of engine-related problems. GoAir has chose to cancel a total of 138 flights between March 15-22, as per announcements made on their respective websites. Around 122 flights scheduled between March 16-31 have been cancelled.

Bikini-clad air hostesses in India soon as Vietnam airline announces plans

March 19, 2018

The worldwide carrier has announced direct flights from New Delhi to Ho Chi Minh City and will fly four times every week. Here are fun facts about the airline, and some of them may result in the loss of excitement for people waiting with bated breath for Vietjet to start operations in the country this July.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) Director Arun Sarin Sells 14189 Shares

March 19, 2018

Bedrijfstakpensioenfonds Voor De Media Pno who had been investing in Cisco Systems Inc for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $216.84B market cap company. (NYSE:ALEX) for 20,200 shares. They expect $0.34 earnings per share, up 142.86% or $0.20 from last year's $0.14 per share. Analysts await Cisco Systems, Inc .

FDx Advisors Inc. Acquires 1102 Shares of Anheuser Busch Inbev NV (BUD)

March 19, 2018

Raymond James & Associates who had been investing in Anheuser Busch Inbev Sa/Nv for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $217.70 billion market cap company. Texas Yale Capital holds 6,000 shares or 0.06% of its portfolio. Dixon Hubard Feinour And Brown Va has invested 1.56% in Global Payments Inc. Castleark Limited Liability Co has invested 1.36% of its portfolio in The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE:SCHW).

Short Interest in Synchrony Financial (SYF) Decreases By 22.4%

March 19, 2018

Morgan Dempsey Capital Management Llc who had been investing in The Marcus Corporation for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $840.74 million market cap company. Investigating the productivity proportions of Okta, Inc ., ( NASDAQ: OKTA ) stock, the speculator will discover its ROE, ROA, ROI remaining at -165.9%, -34.8% and 34.3%, individually.

(NYSE:EXR) Holdings Reduced by Baird Financial Group Inc

March 19, 2018

Parsons Capital Management Inc who had been investing in 3M Co for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $141.27 billion market cap company. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating, three have issued a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the company.

Analytical Report on Spirit Realty Capital, Inc. (SRC)

March 19, 2018

Consequently Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC)'s weekly and monthly volatility is 1.31%, 2.05% respectively. About 4.40 million shares traded. Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC)'s price to earnings ratio stood at 420.53. The company rocked its 52-Week High of $10.6 and touched its 52-Week Low of $6.64. Cambridge Inv Research Advsr Incorporated reported 127,723 shares.

AerCap Holdings (AER) Holdings Raised by Brown Advisory Inc

March 19, 2018

Omnicell had 27 analyst reports since July 31, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. On Friday, September 8 the stock rating was maintained by Credit Suisse with "Outperform". Aqr Capital Mngmt Ltd Company, a Connecticut-based fund reported 489,756 shares. Bancshares Of America Corp De has invested 0% in The Howard Hughes Corporation (NYSE:HHC).

IShares Global 100 (IOO) Rises 0.06% for Mar 18

March 19, 2018

Coe Capital Management LLC's holdings in Ishares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond Etf were worth $513,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC. BlackRock Inc. Aggregate Bond Etf by 53.4% during the third quarter. 7 shares of the stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 8,548. Hall Laurie J Trustee boosted its position in iShares Core S&P Mid Cap ETF by 105.5% during the 4th quarter.

Flight attendant was unaware dog was in overhead bin - United Airlines

March 19, 2018

A dog that was accidentally sent to Japan instead of Kansas City, Missouri, on a United Airlines flight is back home. A bipartisan pair of senators on Thursday filed the Welfare Of Our Furry Friends (WOOFF ) Act to prohibit putting animals in overhead compartments on flights following the death of a dog in an overhead cabin on a United Flight this week.

United to issue special pet carrier tags after dog's death

March 19, 2018

During the four-hour flight, the puppy barked for a while and then stopped. Pictured: Sophia Ceballos and her mother Catalina Robledo. The family that owned the dog and other passengers contradicted the airline's account, saying the dog's barks were audible from inside the bin.

Alibaba puts top executive in charge of Lazada in Southeast Asia push

March 19, 2018

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd BABA.N said it will invest an additional $2 billion (1.44 billion pounds) in Southeast Asian e-commerce firm Lazada Group as part of the Chinese firm's push into new markets. The region consists of 11 countries with a total population of 653.4 million, about 49 per cent of which live in urban areas, according to the latest United Nations estimates.

France 'does not recognize' Russian vote in Crimea

March 19, 2018

The Republic of Crimea and Sevastopol, a city with a special status on the Crimean Peninsula, where most residents are Russians, refused to recognize the legitimacy of the authorities in Kiev who seized power amid riots during a coup in Ukraine in February 2014.

Balotelli blasts PSG, reveals their problem

March 19, 2018

Buoyed by their 5-2 hammering of Guingamp last time out, Nice started on the front foot - Pierre Lees-Melou forcing Alphonse Areola into action, while Balotelli rattled the upright with a powerful header. But Real Madrid deserved it, they were better... It's shameful to see them go out of the Champions League that early. They have also heavily invested in the team having spent over £800m on transfers which includes making Neymar the world's most expensive footballer after they activated ...

Teacher wins global million-dollar prize for her commitment to her students

March 19, 2018

She helped a music teacher launch a Somali school choir and she created alternative timetables to allow girls-only sports that would not offend conservative communities, leading the girls' cricket team to win the McKenzie Cup. She helped to redesign the... Zafirakou, who is born in London, also praised the "beautiful" diversity of her school's population and said the students are intense in their pursuit of education despite living in crowded homes where it is hard to find a quiet place to ...

USA students stage walkouts in the thousands to protest gun violence

March 19, 2018

Thousands of students throughout the Bay Area braved the rain and walked out of their classes on Wednesday to take a stand against gun violence. The silence was deafening Thursday morning along State Street where about 100 Canton Central high school students gathered after walking out of their third-period classes.

Putin Ordered the Destruction of 737 Boeing with 110 Passengers on Board

March 19, 2018

In the film, Mr Putin says security officials told him that the emergency procedure in such a situation was to down the plane. Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine four years ago, earning Putin admiration from many Russians and condemnation from the West.

Investors Buy Exxon Mobil (XOM) on Weakness

March 19, 2018

It has underperformed by 25.78% the S&P500. Athena Capital Advisors Llc increased its stake in British Amern Tob Plc (BTI) by 1179.22% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Citigroup maintained Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) on Friday, July 21 with "Neutral" rating. Lombard Odier Asset (Switzerland) holds 15,764 shares or 0.13% of its portfolio.

Senators file WOOFF Act after United dog death

March 19, 2018

While it appeared the United had recovered from the April 2017 incident when it dragged a passenger off an overbooked flight, two pet-related incidents this week started a new round of controversy. But we're now up to three disturbing incidents in one week, including the tragic death of one animal. "But by God, I'm going to do it until they take this seriously".

Google to Ban Ads for Cryptocurrency & Initial Coin Offering from June

March 18, 2018

Google said it would also ban ads for some other risky financial products, like binary options, which offer investors all-or-nothing returns. To protect its publishers against scammers trying to take advantage of the growing popularity of online news to rake in money, Google prohibits websites in its ad network from serving ads on misrepresentative content.

Britain Accuses Russia Of Stockpiling Novichok Nerve Agent

March 18, 2018

He said Russian Federation did not stockpile the poison and that the Porton Down lab was only eight miles (12km) from the city. "The UK is, as it were, in the Kremlin's crosshairs", Mr Johnson warned. He told Marr: "I don't have evidence of anything being used". Speaking on the Andrew Marr show, Johnson said Russian Federation has been stockpiling Novichok, the agent used on Skripal.

Rory McIlroy pleased with progress after moving into Bay Hill mix

March 18, 2018

Stenson missed a short birdie putt and a 12-foot eagle attempt on the back nine Saturday, had his tee shot knocked down by a gust of wind that led to bogey and closed out a 1-under 71 to go into the final round with another chance to win at Bay Hill.

Shahrukh Khan and Katrina Kaif clicked in the sets of 'Zero'

March 18, 2018

King Khan, who is known to do experiments with his posts (remember the superstar jumping into a pool to celebrate his 33 million followers on Twitter), this time recreated a scene from 1993 psychological thriller "Darr" in a very romantic and unique way.

United Has Yet Another Gaffe Involving a Dog

March 18, 2018

The airline vowed to return both dogs to their respective owners, and on Thursday, Irgo's journey of thousands of miles entered in a happy, tail-wagging reunion. On Wednesday, the airline mistakenly shipped a dog to Japan instead of Kansas City. Their dog had become the unwitting victim of a mix-up with the other dog, which was scheduled to fly to Japan.

MotoGP: Dovizioso on top as action gets underway in Qatar

March 18, 2018

In FP4 we changed quite a lot the bike, similar to what I was riding past year, and I felt much, much better, already from the first lap. "I felt really good today". Marquez has won four of the past five titles but Dovizioso pushed him hard and sees no reason why he can not do better this time around. "So we have to continue working, trying to simulate bike from the beginning of previous year a little bit, you know, the positive points, and let's see what we can do", said Vinales, speaking ...

Russian Federation spy poisoning: Czechs angrily reject Russian Federation claims

March 18, 2018

The joint statement from the leaders of France, Germany, the United States and Britain signaled a further ratcheting of worldwide pressure on Russian Federation that has been mounting since former double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter, Yulia, were found comatose on March 4.

Russian Federation to 'crank up pressure' on Britain, US over sanctions

March 18, 2018

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russian Federation could announce its response at any minute. U.K. Foreign Minister Boris Johnson said it was the first instance of nerve agents being used in Europe since World War II. Russia's envoy at the global chemical weapons watchdog says Britain and the US both have access to the nerve agent used in the poisoning of the ex-spy in Britain.

IShares MSCI Hong Kong (EWH) Rises 1.67% for Mar 11

March 18, 2018

Price Wealth Management Inc. acquired a new stake in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF in the 4th quarter valued at about $26,845,000. The exchange traded fund has 81.83 million net assets and 2.51% volatility this month. Over the course of the day 18,029 shares traded hands, as compared to an average volume of 48,380 over the last 30 days for iShares MSCI Brazil Small-Cap (NASDAQ:EWZS).

The Daniel Devine & Co Sells 800 Shares of Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)

March 18, 2018

Beaumont Financial Partners Llc who had been investing in Johnson & Johnson for a number of months, seems to be less bullish one the $358.65 billion market cap company. Investors sentiment decreased to 0.9 in Q3 2017. Its the same as in 2017Q2. It increased, as 45 investors sold JNJ shares while 871 reduced holdings.

Lavrov: Russia has no motive for attack on ex-spy

March 18, 2018

Putin's spokesman denounced the claim as "shocking and inexcusable". Specialist officers in protective suits prepare to secure the police forensic tent that had been blown over by the wind and is covering the bench where Sergei Skripal was found critically with his daughter on March 4 and were taken to hospital sparking a major incident, in Salisbury on March 8, 2018 in Wiltshire, England.

Magellan Midstream Partners, LP (MMP) stock returned -10.47% negative Quarterly performance

March 18, 2018

Microsemi had 65 analyst reports since August 3, 2015 according to SRatingsIntel. The firm earned "Hold" rating on Tuesday, April 5 by Argus Research. Moreover, Blue Bell Private Wealth Management Llc has 0.29% invested in the company for 82,835 shares. Nuveen Asset Ltd Co has 0% invested in EQT Midstream Partners, LP (NYSE:EQM).

LBA Sells 105148 Shares of Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY)

March 18, 2018

It has outperformed by 1.65% the S&P500. Moon increased its stake in Bed Bath & Beyond Inc (Call) ( BBBY ) by 11.21% based on its latest 2017Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Putnam Fl Inv owns 1,372 shares or 0.02% of their USA portfolio. BBBY's profit will be $200.82 million for 3.95 P/E if the $1.41 EPS becomes a reality.

Sweden says happy to help on North Korea, amid summit speculation

March 18, 2018

Briefing reporters between meetings with her North Korean counterpart, Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom said that the "security situation (on) the Korean Peninsula is of interest to the whole world" and that the Swedish government "values this opportunity to arrange a meeting" between the traditional foes.

North Korea's foreign minister visits Sweden amid Trump-Kim summit speculation

March 18, 2018

Admiral Harry Harris told the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee he believed the United States would stick to its demand for the "complete, verifiable, irreversible denuclearisation" of the Korean peninsula. "We really want to help out", Lofven said in an interview with Sweden's TV4 network. However, as USA diplomats worked to set up the presidential visit, it became clear that North Korea and the U.S.

Western Digital (WDC) Earns Hold Rating from Analysts at UBS

March 18, 2018

The stock decreased 2.31% or $1.57 during the last trading session, reaching $66.31. The shares were sold at an average price of $98.64, for a total value of $693,044.64. $1.66M worth of Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ:WDC) shares were sold by RAY MICHAEL CHARLES. Another trade for 9,404 shares valued at $834,210 was sold by CORDANO MICHAEL D.

Research Ratings: Valero Energy Partners LP (VLP), SandRidge Energy, Inc. (SD)

March 18, 2018

It has underperformed by 1.41% the S&P500. Since January 1, 0001, it had 0 insider purchases, and 4 selling transactions for $27.47 million activity. It has underperformed by 7.63% the S&P500. Vulcan Materials Company produces and sells construction aggregates, asphalt mix, and ready-mixed concrete primarily in the United States.

Is there a Bearish outlook for Nokia Corporation (NYSE:NOK) this week?

March 17, 2018

About 10.49M shares traded. As per Tuesday, December 1, the company rating was upgraded by Credit Suisse. Chilton Investment Co Llc increased Gartner Inc (IT) stake by 102.23% reported in 2017Q3 SEC filing. Investors sentiment increased to 1.22 in 2017 Q3. Its up 0.05, from 1.17 in 2017Q2. The company's institutional ownership is monitored at 92.4 percent.

Independent Advisor Alliance Grows Stake in Visa Inc (V)

March 17, 2018

The firm has "Strong Buy" rating by Raymond James given on Tuesday, August 9. As per Tuesday, February 13, the company rating was maintained by Piper Jaffray. Want to see what other hedge funds are holding V? Mutual Of America Limited Liability Com holds 0.04% in Foot Locker, Inc. Several analysts have weighed in on V shares.

Brokers Set Expectations for Whiting Petroleum Corp's Q2 2018 Earnings (NYSE:WLL)

March 17, 2018

The average volume was noted at 6761.36K shares while its relative volume was seen at 0.8. RSP Permian, Inc. (NYSE:RSPP) has risen 25.82% since March 16, 2017 and is uptrending. State Street, Massachusetts-based fund reported 13.88M shares. Pnc Financial Services Grp Inc reported 7,646 shares or 0% of all its holdings. Wells Fargo And Mn invested in 2.33M shares or 0% of the stock.

Has $1.56 Million Position in Apollo Commercial Real Est

March 18, 2018

Its down 2.07% from 527,300 shares previously. American International Group Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of Apollo Commercial Real Est. Finance (NYSE: ARI ) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 14th. State Treasurer State of MI raised its stake in Apollo Commercial Real Est. (NYSE: ARI ) earned "Hold" rating by Keefe Bruyette & Woods on Tuesday, October 10.

Exane Derivatives Grows Holdings in CVS Health Corp (NYSE:CVS)

March 17, 2018

The stock decreased 0.32% or $0.21 during the last trading session, reaching $65.65. About 15.28 million shares traded or 75.36% up from the average. ClearOne, Inc. CVS Health (NYSE:CVS) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, February 8th. They expect $1.40 EPS, up 19.66% or $0.23 from last year's $1.17 per share.

NuStar Energy (NS) Stock Price Down 5

March 17, 2018

After $0.17 actual EPS reported by NuStar GP Holdings, LLC for the previous quarter, Wall Street now forecasts 100.00% EPS growth. The stock increased 6.92% or $1.42 during the last trading session, reaching $21.95. As per Tuesday, October 10, the company rating was maintained by Citigroup. Morgan Stanley initiated the shares of NSH in report on Thursday, February 25 with "Equal-Weight" rating.

Paypal Holdings Inc (PYPL) Stake Raised by Cookson Peirce & Co

March 17, 2018

The firm owned 550,320 shares of the credit services provider's stock after purchasing an additional 12,630 shares during the period. Front Row Advisors LLC bought a new position in shares of Paypal during the 4th quarter worth about $111,000.

IShares S&P 500 Cnsmr Discr Sect ETF$Acc

March 17, 2018

Toronto Dominion Bank's holdings in Vanguard MSCI EAFE ETF were worth $448,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Abbrea Capital LLC acquired a new position in shares of iShares US Real Estate ETF during the fourth quarter worth about $390,000. Ameriprise Financial Inc.

Barton Sells 700 Shares of Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) Stock

March 17, 2018

Rosenblum Silverman Sutton S F Inc who had been investing in Netflix Inc . for a number of months, seems to be bullish on the $138.95B market cap company. Investors sentiment increased to 1.31 in 2017 Q3. Its down 0.10, from 1.22 in 2017Q2. It dived, as 31 investors sold FLIR shares while 108 reduced holdings.

United States road safety agency investigating deadly Hyundai-Kia air bag failure

March 17, 2018

Hyundai spokesman Jim Trainor said the South Korean automaker is aware of reports of two deaths in its vehicles, which he said occurred in head-on collisions at extremely high rates of speed. A fix for that was not developed at that time but said that it was investigating the ZF-TRW problem. Agency documents show those vehicles had air bag computers made by ZF-TRW.

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