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(FAST) Fastenal Company – Bull of the Day

vitalstocks — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:37:55 +0000

Fastenal Company (FAST) has been eyeing profitable government projects in order to strengthen its position in local markets. Moreover, the company has undertaken several steps that will simultaneously upgrade its services and reduce costs. Its hub and spoke model and aggressive store expansion strategy supported by an improving cash flow will also increase customer satisfaction [...]

(FAST) Fastenal Company – Bull of the Day

(RPM) U.S. Airline Traffic Slows in November

vitalstocks — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:00:32 +0000

The airline industry needs to figure out ways to counter rising fuel expenses, which is estimated at $178 billion for this year and $198 billion for the next. Fuel will account for 30% of industry costs compared with 13% a decade ago. Despite higher ticket prices and improved ancillary revenues, air carriers have been struggling [...]

(RPM) U.S. Airline Traffic Slows in November

(RPM) U.S. Air Traffic Shows Mixed for October

vitalstocks — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:47:32 +0000

Air traffic remained mixed in October, like the month before. Airline traffic is measured in billions of revenue passenger miles (RPM), which implies one mile flown by one passenger. The consolidated October traffic fell 5.1% at the largest U.S. airline United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL). Both international and domestic traffic slid 4.4% and 6.3%, respectively. [...]

(RPM) U.S. Air Traffic Shows Mixed for October

(RPM) Mixed Aviation Industry Traffic in September

vitalstocks — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:52:17 +0000

Despite a strong profit outlook for 2011 by The International Air Transport Association (IATA) as well as fare hikes and capacity pull backs, air carriers posted mixed traffic results in September primarily on fluctuations in economic conditions and debt concerns in Europe. Airline traffic is measured in billions of revenue passenger miles (RPM), which implies [...]

(RPM) Mixed Aviation Industry Traffic in September

(FAST) Fastenal Company – Bull of the Day

vitalstocks — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:14:29 +0000

Fastenal Co. (FAST) is one of the leading distributors of industrial and construction supplies and fasteners. It has a diversified customer base that helps it retain its market position even during the toughest times. Moreover, the hub and spoke model employed to improve the level of customer services will also increase customer satisfaction and benefit [...]

(FAST) Fastenal Company – Bull of the Day

(RPM) U.S. July Air Traffic Improves

vitalstocks — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:46:24 +0000

Despite rising fuel prices, renewed uncertainties in the U.S. economy as well as debt concerns in Europe, air carriers’ traffic improved in July on high fares and capacity cuts. Airline traffic is measured in billions of revenue passenger miles (RPM), which implies one mile flown by one passenger. The consolidated July traffic dipped 0.1% at [...]

(RPM) U.S. July Air Traffic Improves

(VAL) Valspar Reports Earnings In Line With Forecast

vitalstocks — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:59:27 +0000

The Valspar Corporation’s (VAL) net earnings moved up 10 cents to 80 cents in the third quarter of 2011 from last year’s 70 cents and were in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Adjusted net earnings excluded 10 cents per share restructuring charge. Including these charges earnings per share were 70 cents in the third [...]

(VAL) Valspar Reports Earnings In Line With Forecast

(RPM) U.S. June Air Traffic Analysis

vitalstocks — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:59:11 +0000

Despite the lingering uncertainty in U.S. recovery as well as debt concerns in Europe, the demand for air travel has rebounded to some extent after the March 2011 Japan catastrophe. For the past several months, air carriers have been struggling with rising fuel prices. In order to alleviate the pressure, the carriers are passing the [...]

(RPM) U.S. June Air Traffic Analysis

(VAL) Valspar Launches Valspar Plus Paint

vitalstocks — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:33:03 +0000

The Valspar Corporation’s (VAL) Valspar Paint launched the first indoor decorative paint, which has been certified by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). The Valspar Plus paint, certified as asthma and allergy friendly, decreases airborne irritants and enhances the painting process of people with respiratory sensitivities. The Valspar Plus is odor-free and has [...]

(VAL) Valspar Launches Valspar Plus Paint

(APOG) Company News for June 23, 2011 – Corporate Summary

vitalstocks — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:06:46 +0000

• Shares of Robbins & Myers, Inc. (NYSE:RBN) jumped 8.77% on strong fiscal third-quarter profits. The energy equipment supplier said strong customer demand and the recent acquisition of oilfield services has helped the company’s increase its profits • Shares of Jabil Circuit (NYSE:JBL) gained 3.18% to close at $19.45 after the company posted earnings that [...]

(APOG) Company News for June 23, 2011 – Corporate Summary

(APOG) Apogee Enterprises Beats Estimates

vitalstocks — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:17:13 +0000

The leader in technologies for the design and development of value-added glass products Apogee Enterprises Inc. (APOG) recently announced fiscal 2012 first quarter results, minimizing its per share loss to 8 cents from 13 cents in the year-earlier quarter, ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 11 cents. The company continues to incur losses due [...]

(APOG) Apogee Enterprises Beats Estimates

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Completes Bond Issuance

vitalstocks — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 17:32:54 +0000

Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) recently announced the completion of its $1.1 billion bond issuance, which has received orders worth $3.2 billion. The company reported that the bond issuance was undertaken to reduce its debt that is due over the next several years. Vulcan Materials intends to use a part of the proceeds from the issuance [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Completes Bond Issuance

(VMC) Vulcan Materials 2011 First Quarter Earnings Preview

vitalstocks — Wed, 04 May 2011 04:32:25 +0000

Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) announced that it would release its results for the first quarter of 2011 after the market closes on May 4, 2011. Alabama-based Vulcan Materials realized a loss of 36 cents per share in the fourth quarter from continuing operations, deteriorating significantly from the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of 19 [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials 2011 First Quarter Earnings Preview

(FAST) Fastenal 2011 First Quarter Earnings Preview

vitalstocks — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:02:06 +0000

Fastenal Co. (FAST) announced that it would release its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 before the market opens on April 12, 2011. Winona-based Fastenal earned a profit of 44 cents in the fourth quarter, marginally behind the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 45 cents. In the upcoming quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for [...]

(FAST) Fastenal 2011 First Quarter Earnings Preview

(FAST) Fastenal’s Quarterly Report Beats Estimates

vitalstocks — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:08:18 +0000

Fastenal Co. (FAST) reported a profit of $79.5 million in the first quarter of 2011, up 42% from $56.0 million in the year-ago quarter. This translates into earnings of 54 cents per share, which has surpassed the year-ago earnings of 38 cents per share by 42.1%. Reported earnings also beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of [...]

(FAST) Fastenal’s Quarterly Report Beats Estimates

(RPM) U.S. Airline Traffic Marks Modest Improvement

vitalstocks — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:43:47 +0000

The U.S. air carriers recorded only modest improvements in traffic during March. Airline traffic is measured in billions of revenue passenger miles (RPM), which implies one mile flown by one passenger. Following the massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan on March 11, carriers introduced drastic cuts in their capacity. Fears of flying to Japan soared [...]

(RPM) U.S. Airline Traffic Marks Modest Improvement

(RPM) Airlines Soar Despite High Fares

vitalstocks — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 18:48:37 +0000

Jet fuel prices rose over 53% as oil price increased to above $100 per barrel given the ongoing civil unrest in the Middle East. Despite the sharp rise in fuel prices, airline traffic picked up significantly in February attributable to a strong revival in the economy. The month also saw improved performances on the heels [...]

(RPM) Airlines Soar Despite High Fares

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Company – Bear of the Day

vitalstocks — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 16:10:15 +0000

Despite being the largest producer of construction aggregates and a leading producer of other construction materials, Vulcan Materials (VMC) faces intense competition and a challenging environment. The nearly stalled construction business has yet to show positive signs of recovery, jeopardizing the prospects of the building materials and other related products markets. In the most recent [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Company – Bear of the Day

(UAL) Airline Industry on Track for Profitable 2010

vitalstocks — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 20:19:02 +0000

The U.S. airline industry is on track for a profitable year after a drought of two years. Airline traffic in 2010 has shown an improvement with a surge in business travel and premium service demand from the year-ago levels. We expect demand for air travel to continue showing signs of improvement, thereby making airlines profitable [...]

(UAL) Airline Industry on Track for Profitable 2010

(RPM) September Air Traffic Rebounds – Business Travel Increases

vitalstocks — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 02:07:10 +0000

The U.S. airline industry is on track for a profitable year after a long drought. Currently, airlines are benefiting from the rebound in traffic Incorporatedluding an increase in business travel and premium service demand. With signs of sustained economic growth, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has more than tripled its full-year 2010 profit outlook [...]

(RPM) September Air Traffic Rebounds – Business Travel Increases

(RPM) U.S. Aviation Travel Traffic Rises in August

vitalstocks — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:39:30 +0000

August has been a busy month for airliners with traffic showing signs of increase. The economic downturn in 2009 and the oil price hike in 2008 had affected the airline industry during the past two years. Now, with the economic recovery, demand for air travel is increasing from last year’s depressed levels. Airline traffic is [...]

(RPM) U.S. Aviation Travel Traffic Rises in August

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Earnings Barely Miss Expectations

vitalstocks — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:42:46 +0000

Paints and coatings maker Valspar Corp. (VAL) recorded net income of $75.1 million or 74 cents per share in the third quarter of fiscal 2010, up 15.5% from last year’s $65 million or 61 cents per share. Earnings were helped by a stronger catings business that negated subdued performance in the paints business. However, adjusting [...]

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Earnings Barely Miss Expectations

(FAST) Fastenal – Balance Sheet Looks Solid

vitalstocks — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 14:50:38 +0000

Fastenal (FAST) shares look expensive, trading at 28x 2010 consensus EPS estimates. However, given the company’s stellar growth prospects over the next few years, Fastenal’s P/E multiple is reasonable. Business Fastenal operates as a wholesaler and retailer of industrial and construction supplies. It sells fastener products under two categories: threaded fasteners (nuts, bolts, nuts, screws, [...]

(FAST) Fastenal – Balance Sheet Looks Solid

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Reports Strong First Quarter

vitalstocks — Mon, 24 May 2010 21:15:31 +0000

Net earnings for Valspar Corporation (VAL), one of the largest paints and coatings manufacturers globally, improved a robust 69% to 61 cents per share in the second quarter of fiscal 2010 compared with net earnings of 36 cents in the year-ago period. Quarterly revenues increased 20.2% year over year to $803.57 million. Sales increased significantly [...]

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Reports Strong First Quarter

(OC) Owens Corning – Earnings Report Blew Away Estimates

vitalstocks — Tue, 18 May 2010 15:46:14 +0000

Owens Corning (OC) analysts have drastically increased their estimates, keeping shares fairly priced. With the market weighing on stocks, this could be a good buying opportunity. Company Description Owens Corning makes residential and commercial building materials. The company also makes glass-fiber reinforcement and engineered material for composite systems used in many industries. Beat the Street [...]

(OC) Owens Corning – Earnings Report Blew Away Estimates

(FAST) Fastenal Earnings Report Exceeds Estimates

vitalstocks — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:39:31 +0000

Fastenal Co. (FAST) of Winona, Minnesota has earned $56 million or 38 cents per share in the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, compared with $49 million or 33 cents per share in the year-ago period. With this, the company has beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 33 cents per share. Net sales in the [...]

(FAST) Fastenal Earnings Report Exceeds Estimates

(APOG) Apogee Enterprises Misses Estimates by a Mile

vitalstocks — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:54:44 +0000

Apogee Enterprises Inc. (APOG) earned a modest 1 cent in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2010, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 11 cents. Reported earnings were negligible against last year’s 40 cents. The Minneapolis-based leader in technology involving the design and development of value-added glass products and services reported a 26% year-over-year decline in [...]

(APOG) Apogee Enterprises Misses Estimates by a Mile

(FNM) U.S. Existing Home Sales Slip Slightly

vitalstocks — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:10:42 +0000

Existing home sales fell by 0.6% (seasonally adjusted annual rate) to 5.02 million from a 5.05 million rate in January. This was just 7.0% above the extremely depressed rate of a year ago. However, it was slightly better than the consensus expectations of a 5.00 million rate. Existing home sales shot up in the fall [...]

(FNM) U.S. Existing Home Sales Slip Slightly

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Posts Sluggish Results

vitalstocks — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:07:39 +0000

Recently, NCI Building Systems, Inc. (NCS) reported discouraging financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2010. Revenues for the quarter contracted by 29.8% year-over-year driven by the decline in market demand as well as decrease in steel prices. Revenues reached $182.9 million, down from $260.4 million during the same period of fiscal 2009. All [...]

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Posts Sluggish Results

(VMC) Vulcan Materials – Bear of the Day

vitalstocks — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:43:24 +0000

Despite being the largest producer of construction aggregates and a leading producer of other construction materials, Vulcan Materials (VMC) faces a challenging environment in the construction industry. The economic crisis, leading to a significant reduction in new home construction, continues to impact its sales volume. Furthermore, the company’s operations are highly susceptible to inclement weather [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials – Bear of the Day

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Company’s Loss Widens

vitalstocks — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:37:48 +0000

Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) reported loss from continuing operations of 10 cents per share, below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of break-even in the fourth quarter of 2009. In the fourth quarter, aggregates shipments declined 23% year over year, reducing earnings $0.57 per diluted share. Aggregates pricing increased 5%. Aggregate cash fixed costs decreased 8% compared [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials Company’s Loss Widens

(VMC) Vulcan Materials – Bear of the Day

vitalstocks — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:11:01 +0000

(VMC) Vulcan Materials – Bear of the Day

(FAST) Fastenal Analyst Coverage Initiated at Neutral

vitalstocks — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:40:46 +0000

We have initiated coverage on Fastenal Co. (FAST) with a Neutral recommendation and a target price of $45. Founded in 1967 and based in Winona, Minnesota, Fastenal is a leading national distributor of industrial and construction supplies and has 2,369 stores in Canada, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Singapore, China and all 50 states [...]

(FAST) Fastenal Analyst Coverage Initiated at Neutral

(RPM) RPM International – Surging Profits Jump 34%

vitalstocks — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:08:53 +0000

RPM International (RPM) just posted another earnings surprise on surging profits. Analysts have been quick to raise estimates for the rapidly growing company. Company Description RPM owns subsidiaries that provide industrial and consumer coatings and sealants. The weekend warriors might recognize brand names like Rust-Oleum and DAP. Products range from roofing systems to floor coatings. [...]

(RPM) RPM International – Surging Profits Jump 34%

(FAST) Fastenal Barely Misses Earnings Expectations

vitalstocks — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:55:46 +0000

Fastenal Co. (FAST) of Winona, Minnesota has revealed earnings of $45 million or 30 cents per share in the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2009. This was a tad lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 31 cents per share. However, net income declined 29% from $63 million or 42 cents per share in the [...]

(FAST) Fastenal Barely Misses Earnings Expectations

(RPM) RPM International’s Second Quarter Beats Earnings Expectations

vitalstocks — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:09:54 +0000

RPM International Inc. (RPM) recently reported fiscal 2010 second-quarter earnings of $55.9 million, or 43 cents per share, compared to $41.7 million, or 33 cents in the year-ago quarter. The result also came in ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8 cents. The better-than-expected performance was mainly the result of management’s cost reduction initiatives [...]

(RPM) RPM International’s Second Quarter Beats Earnings Expectations

(NCS) Tough Times for NCI Building Systems

vitalstocks — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:06:56 +0000

NCI Building Systems Inc. (NCS) posted a net loss of $3.59 per share for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009. This includes non cash debt extinguishment and refinancing costs of $99.2 million. Excluding these costs and other special charges, the company posted net income of 4 cents per share for the reported quarter, compared to [...]

(NCS) Tough Times for NCI Building Systems

(VAL) Valspar Corporation’s Profits Mount

vitalstocks — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:58:22 +0000

Recently, Valspar Corporation (VAL) reported its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Oct 30, 2009. Net income per share improved to 49 cents in the quarter from 35 cents in the year ago quarter, helped by lower cost of sales and research and development expenses. Excluding a restructuring charge, adjusted profit totaled [...]

(VAL) Valspar Corporation’s Profits Mount

(RPM) RPM International Inc. – Earnings in the Fiscal First Quarter 2010

vitalstocks — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:01:09 +0000

RPM International Inc. (RPM) recently raised its dividend for the 36th consecutive year. Analysts expect earnings growth of 20.41% in fiscal 2010. Company Description RPM International is a holding company for subsidiaries that manufacture specialty coatings and sealants for industrial and consumer customers. Its industrial segment produces roofing systems, sealants, corrosion control coatings and specialty [...]

(RPM) RPM International Inc. – Earnings in the Fiscal First Quarter 2010

(VMC) Vulcan Materials’ Profit Dips 20%

vitalstocks — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:49:11 +0000

Vulcan Materials (VMC) reported a 20% fall in net profits to $48 million or 38 cents per share in the third quarter, from $60 million or 53 cents per share in the year-ago period. The decline was on the back of a 19%-29% fall in sales volumes for the company’s key product lines. However, the [...]

(VMC) Vulcan Materials’ Profit Dips 20%

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Progresses on CD&R Investment

vitalstocks — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:46:48 +0000

NCI Building Systems Inc. (NCS) reported that holders of more than 99% of the aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 2.125% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes due 2024 have delivered valid tenders. This exceeds the threshold of 95% minimum condition to the offer. NCS has obtained or expects shortly to obtain the consent of lenders representing [...]

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Progresses on CD&R Investment

(RPM) RPM International Inc. – Beats Consensus Estimates

vitalstocks — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:32:02 +0000

RPM Intl. Inc. (RPM) surprised analysts by posting sequential sales growth and estimates are on the rise. Company Description RPM owns subsidiaries that provide industrial and consumer coatings and sealants. The weekend warriors might recognize brand names like Rust-Oleum and DAP. Products range from roofing systems to floor coatings. Beat the Street On Oct 5 [...]

(RPM) RPM International Inc. – Beats Consensus Estimates

(FAST) The Fastenal Company Hurt by the Economy

vitalstocks — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:10:28 +0000

The Fastenal Company (FAST) of Winona, MN reported a drop in earnings to $47.6 million or 32 cents per share in the third quarter of 2009, from $72.9 million or 49 cents in the prior-year quarter. However, the company has managed to meet the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Net sales for the quarter declined 22% to [...]

(FAST) The Fastenal Company Hurt by the Economy

(VAL) Valspar Corporation – Bull of the Day

vitalstocks — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 19:31:56 +0000

We are upgrading Valspar Corporation (VAL) shares to Outperform with a target price of $32.00. The company’s solid results and robust margin gains over the past few quarters reflect the dramatic raw material cost reduction Incorporatedreasing product prices and productivity gains. We expect the company’s earnings momentum to remain in place over the next few [...]

(VAL) Valspar Corporation – Bull of the Day

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Beats Expectations

vitalstocks — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:12:59 +0000

Yesterday, NCI Building Systems Inc. (NCS) posted third-quarter profit of 25 cents per share, which came in well above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 2 cents. The better-than-expected earnings primarily came from the company’s cost-reduction programs implemented since November 2008. NCI Building not only downsized 43 manufacturing facilities to 32, but also eliminated overlapping and [...]

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Beats Expectations

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Beats & Raises

vitalstocks — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:09:20 +0000

Paint and coatings maker Valspar Corporation (VAL) recently reported a 38% y-o-y increase in net earnings to 61 cents per share in the third quarter of fiscal 2009, helped by cost-cutting efforts. Excluding one-time costs for restructuring and other items, Valspar earned 67 cents per share in the quarter — far better than the Zacks [...]

(VAL) Valspar Corporation Beats & Raises

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Obtains Extension of Waivers

vitalstocks — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:13:42 +0000

Earlier today, NCI Building Systems (NCS) announced that it has obtained an extension of the waivers granted by its senior credit facility lenders until November 6, 2009, giving it more time to arrange for refinancing. Previously, these waivers had been in effect through August 14, 2009, with an automatic extension to September 15, 2009 upon [...]

(NCS) NCI Building Systems Obtains Extension of Waivers

(VAL) Valspar Profit Improves – raised its earnings estimate for fiscal 2009

vitalstocks — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:47:25 +0000

Valspar Corp. (VAL) revealed a 38% improvement in profit to $65 million or 61 cents per share for the fiscal third quarter. The world’s sixth largest paint and coatings manufacturer also topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 53 cents per share. Net income in the corresponding quarter a year ago was $47 million or 44 [...]

(VAL) Valspar Profit Improves – raised its earnings estimate for fiscal 2009

(AAON) AAON Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy

vitalstocks — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:02:57 +0000

AAON Inc. (AAON) recently announced record results for the fourth quarter and full year. Annual sales climbed 7% to $279.7 million year over-year. Net income for 2008 jumped 23% to $28.6 million from the year-prior. Both sales and net income hit all-time highs. Company Description AAON Inc. is a manufacturer of semi-custom and custom heating [...]

(AAON) AAON Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy

vitalstocks — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 22:37:41 +0000

AAON Inc. (AAON), which is set to announce results for the fourth quarter on March 11, offers a return on equity (ROE) of 29%, exceeding the industry average of 14%. The company also boasts a solid balance sheet with no debt. AAON’s dividend yield of 2% is in line with the industry average. Company Description [...]

(AAON) AAON Inc. – Growth And Income – Zacks Rank Buy