Archive for April, 2009
(FDO) Family Dollar Stores, Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (FDO) is trading near a 52-week high on bullish earnings forecasts and an outstanding quarter. The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.135 per share. Company Description Family Dollar is a discount retail chain operator in the...
15Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(JOSB) Jos A Bank Clothiers, Inc. – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Jos A Bank Clothiers, Inc. (JOSB) is scooping up big gains in a tough market as consumers flock to the company’s competitively priced business apparel. Company Description Jos A Bank Clothier, together with its subsidiaries, designs and sells mens suits and accessories...
15Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(ARO) Aeropostale Inc. – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
Aeropostale, Inc. (ARO) analysts and the share price can not keep up with the good news flowing out of this niche retailer. Company Description Aeropostale is a mall-based, specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories, principally targeting 14 to 17 year-old young women...
15Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(KIRK) Kirkland’s Inc. – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Kirklands, Inc. (KIRK) shares are skyrocketing after a solid earnings report, yet are still trading at excellent valuations. Company Description Kirklands Inc. is a leading specialty retailer of home decor in the United States. The stores present a broad selection of distinctive...
14Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(TG) Tredegar Corp. – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
Tredegar Corp. (TG) recently shocked Wall Street with its latest earnings report. Shares are climbing as the stock hits a critical level. Company Description Tredegar Industries, Inc. is engaged in the manufacturing of plastic films, vinyl extrusions and aluminum extrusions....
14Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(IDC) Interactive Data Corp. – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy
Interactive Data Corp. (IDC) has performed admirably in a tough market as traders and investment professionals take advantage of market volatility to score gains. Company Description Interactive Data Corp. provides financial data, analytics and related services to financial institutions...
14Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(ASEI) American Science & Engineering – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
American Science & Engineering, Inc. (ASEI) has been trading ahead of the market on solid fundamentals and upbeat Street forecasts. Analysts see earnings per share growth coming in at 66% for the current fiscal year followed by 14% growth next year. Company Description American...
14Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | ContinuedCorning: Stock of the Day
by David Fessler, Advisory Panelist Consumer Electronics in the Dumper? Not in the TV Department… To no one’s surprise, a Nielsen study completed last November found that Americans are watching more TV than ever before: 142 hours a month, up five hours from the previous...
13Apr2009 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued(AAPL) This Stock Gave Investors 5,460% & It’s About to Do It Again
by David Fessler, Advisory Panelist Editor’s Note: Correction, AAPL did not have a 57,000% return. At it’s split and dividend adjusted amount it’s returned 3,859%. At it’s 12/28/2007 peak, AAPL’s best return was closer to 5,460%. We apologize for the overzealousness...
13Apr2009 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued(DGIT) DG Fastchannel Inc – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
DG FastChannel (DGIT) is on a roll as estimates continue to rise and shares have broken out. Estimates Keep Rising Over the past 2 months the full-year estimates for both 2009 and 2010 have been climbing. The consensus for this year is now 95 cents, up from 73 cents. Estimates...
13Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(FDO) Family Dollar Stores, Inc. – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy
Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (FDO) reported its official second-quarter results on April 8, demonstrating the strength of the company’s value proposition in a weak economy. Second-Quarter Results Revenue was up 8.7% from last year to $1.99 billion. Income came in at $84.1...
13Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(MNRO) Monro Muffler Brake Inc. – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Monro Muffler Brake Inc. (MNRO) raised full-year 2009 guidance on Mar 24 and provided a first look at fiscal 2010 which projects same store sales growth in the range of 4% to 7%. Since the guidance news, the stock has been on a tear, recently hitting new 52-week highs. Monro...
13Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | ContinuedMastercard Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
Mastercard Inc’s (MA) share price continues to pressure a very key level of short-term resistance at the $175 mark as estimates climb higher. Estimates Rise Estimates have been rising in tandem with MA’s share price, with the current-year estimate up 25 cents in the...
13Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(GA) Giant Interactive Group Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
Giant Interactive Group Inc. (GA) recently posted stellar results for the fourth quarter. Earnings per share of 18 cents, soared past analysts’ estimates by 64%. Net revenue jumped 33% on a year-over-year basis. Company Description Giant Interactive Group, a Chinese online...
9Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(ULTR) Ultrapetrol Bahamas Limited – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Ultrapetrol Bahamas Limited (ULTR), the South American focused shipper, reported a record 2008 as its river transportation business continued to grow. The company has surprised on estimates 4 quarters in a row by an average of 77.04%. The stock is cheap, trading at only 4.8x...
9Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(WPI) Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (WPI) has reported another earning surprise and analysts are raising estimates heading into the next announcement. Company Description Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company primarily engaged in the development, production, marketing...
9Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(AU) AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy
AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. (AU) continues to head higher as gold bugs worried about inflation align themselves with hard assets. Company Description AngloGold Ashanti Limited engages in the mining, extraction and production of gold in South Africa and internationally. The company...
9Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(SNY) Sanofi-Aventis SA – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Sanofi-Aventis SA (SNY), the large French drug company, has seen its stock zigzag in 2009 as the big pharma sector is experiencing mergers and acquisitions. SNY is a good value play, trading at only 6.8x forward earnings. Company Description Sanofi-Aventis is the third largest...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(ROST) Ross Stores, Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) recently posted fourth-quarter earnings of 76 cents per share, beating last year’s 70 cents and matching analysts’ expectations. The company’s share price, which is trading slightly below a 52-week high, has experienced significant growth...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(AIPC) American Italian Pasta Co. – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
American Italian Pasta Co (AIPC) analysts are raising estimates as the company approaches its next earnings announcement. Company Description American Italian Pasta is the largest dry pasta producer in North America. The company makes every type of pasta from spaghetti and linguine...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(XHB) Housing Recovery Here We Come
by The Investment U Research Team It was rumored that market recovery wouldn’t occur until the housing market turned itself around. For months it seemed a popular thing to say. And why not? It makes sense that in order for millions of Americans to move forward, we needed...
8Apr2009 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued(EMS) Emergency Medical Services Corp. – Aggressive Growth – Zacks Rank Buy
Emergency Medical Services Corp. (EMS) reported a solid full-year for 2008 and analysts are projecting growth over the next 2 years. Company Description Emergency Medical Services Corp. is a leading provider of emergency medical services. The company provides transportation services...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(STE) Steris Corp. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
Steris Corp. (STE) continues to see higher forecasts from analysts. Current fiscal year earnings estimates of $1.79 per share were increased from last month’s $1.76 and the 3 months-ago level of $1.72. Company Description Steris Corporation provides infection prevention...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(DK) Delek US Holdings, Inc. – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
Delek US Holdings, Inc. (DK), an independent refiner, is bullish about 2009 even as the energy market remains volatile. The company has surprised on estimates 2 out of the last 4 quarters. DK has a PEG ratio of 0.95. Company Description Delek US Holdings is an independent refiner...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(WW) Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc. – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy
Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc. (WW) is rallying with the market, having gained more than 40% in the last four months on strong quarterly results and higher estimates. Company Description Watson Wyatt Worldwide, Inc. provides human capital and financial management consulting services...
8Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(BDK) Wall Street’s New Bull Market: 7 Signs the Bear is Dead…
by Louis Basenese, Advisory Panelist Senior Analyst, The Oxford Club Believe it or not, but based on the classic Wall Street definitions, we’re in a new bull market. As of last Friday, all three major market indices recovered more than 20% from their March 9 lows. Of course,...
8Apr2009 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued(GIB) CGI Group Inc. – Value – Zacks Rank Buy
CGI Group Inc. (GIB), the Canadian-based information technology services provider, continues to see revenue growth despite the global economic recession. The company has surprised on estimates 3 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 11.53%. GIB is trading with a PEG ratio...
6Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(SXL) Sunoco Logistics Partners LP – Momentum – Zacks Rank Buy
Sunoco Logistics Partners LP (SXL) has been on a very nice rally for the last four months, driven by higher earnings estimates and an improved energy environment. Company Description Sunoco Logistics Partners engages in the transportation and storage of refined crude products...
6Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(BKE) The Buckle, Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy
The Buckle, Inc. (BKE) recently declared a dividend of 20 cents per share, noting that it is payable on April 27 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 15. Company Description The Buckle is a retailer of casual apparel, footwear, and accessories for young...
6Apr2009 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued(FSLR) Solar Power “Big Bang” Underway Now
by David Fessler, Advisory Panelist Get ready: The solar “big bang” is getting underway as we speak. By all accounts, solar power is quickly becoming the fastest growing energy source in the United States, and indeed, the world. But here’s the most amazing part… Even...
6Apr2009 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued