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		<title>(WPZ) Williams Partners Beats Earnings on Bottom Line</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/08/21/wpz-williams-partners-beats-earnings-on-bottom-line/80802</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:50:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Enterprise Products Partners Lp]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Williams Partners L.P. (WPZ) has registered second-quarter 2011 earnings of 91 cents per limited-partner unit, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 85 cents. The quarter’s results also improved almost 38% from the year-ago profit of 66 cents per unit. Higher natural gas liquid (NGL) margins in its midstream business and higher fee-based revenue led to the significant year-over-year improvement. Total revenue increased 19% year over year to $1,671 million, but failed to meet the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1,726 million. Notably, Williams Partners&#8217; distributable cash flow (DCF) attributable to partnership operations witnessed a substantial improvement to $397 million in the second quarter from $316 million recorded in the year-ago quarter. Superior results in the midstream business as well as the growth of the partnership through asset acquisitions in the ]]></description>
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		<title>(LYB) LyondellBasel Industries Retains Buy Rating From ValuEngine.com</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/07/07/lyondellbasel-industries-retains-buy-rating-from-valuengine-com/78578</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:51:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>valuengine</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[LyondellBasell Industries AF S.C.A is a manufacture of chemicals and derivatives. It also operates as a refiner of heavy high-sulfur crude oil produce and is engaged in the marketing and selling of polyolefins, polypropylene and polyethylene resins. LyondellBasell Industries AF S.C.A is headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. ValuEngine has issued a BUY recommendation for LYONDELLBASEL-A on Jul. 07, 2011. Based on the information we have gathered and our resulting research, we feel that LYONDELLBASEL-A has the probability to OUTPERFORM average market performance for the next year. The company exhibits ATTRACTIVE momentum, company size and P/E ratio. Based on available data as of Jul. 07, 2011, we believe that (LYB) should be trading at $41.78. This makes LYB 5.58% undervalued. Fair Value indicates what we believe the stock should be trading ]]></description>
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		<title>(SIAL) Sigma-Aldrich Modifying Silkworms for Spider Silk</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/13/sial-sigma-aldrich-modifying-silkworms-for-spider-silk/71484</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 02:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Biotechnology giant Sigma-Aldrich Corporation’s (SIAL) biological products and services research unit, Sigma Life Science, has entered into a licensing agreement with Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc. to develop genetically modified silkworms for the production of spider silk. Per the agreement, the companies will use Sigma&#8217;s proprietary CompoZr Zinc Finger Nuclease (ZFN) technology. This co-operation will ensure speedy and bulk production; in addition, Kraig has also been granted a license by Sigma to use the technology in the textile and biomedical markets. According to the agreement, Kraig will get the exclusive right to use Sigma’s ZFN technology to target the insertion of spider silk genes into the silkworm genome while removing endogenous silkworm silk genes.  This process will eventually lead to producing silkworms that will be capable of spinning pure spider silk ]]></description>
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		<title>(FTK) ValuEngine Weekly Newsletter April 8, 2011</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/04/08/ftk-valuengine-weekly-newsletter-april-8-2011/71017</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 2011 18:01:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>valuengine</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[VALUATION WATCH: Our models find that overvaluation is approaching critical levels. Overvalued stocks now make up almost 64% of our universe and 30% of the universe is calculated to be overvalued by 20% or more. All Sectors are calculated to be overvalued. What&#8217;s Hot&#8212;-Valuation Watch Continues ValuEngine Market Valuation Figures Creep Closer to Warning Level The ValuEngine Valuation Model tracks more than 5500 US equities, ADRs, and foreign stock which trade on US exchanges. The model calculates a level of mispricing or valuation percentage for each equity based on what the stock should be worth if the market were totally rational and efficient&#8211;an academic exercise to be sure, but one which allows for useful comparisons between equities, sectors, and industries. We track valuation figures and use them as a metric ]]></description>
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		<title>(MEOH) Methanex Corporation &#8211; Bear of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/08/26/meoh-methanex-corporation-bear-of-the-day/49364</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:33:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Methanex Corp. (MEOH) is the world&#8217;s largest supplier of methanol. Lower methanol pricing and an increase in global inventories are negatively affecting the company. Methanex&#8217;s Chilean facility is currently operating at 60% due to the lack of natural gas supply. Although the company reversed year-ago losses in the second quarter of 2010, it missed the Zacks Consensus by $0.04. Methanex has a long history of underperforming the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company projects a further sales decline and higher costs in the upcoming quarter due to production outages at the Atlas plant. Methanol prices are expected to be volatile owing to the upcoming additional methanol capacity in the industry in 2010. We are downgrading the stock to Underperform from the previous Neutral recommendation and reduce our target price to $20.00 ]]></description>
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		<title>(WDFC) WD-40 Company &#8211; Surprised on Earnings Four Quarters in a Row</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/08/23/wdfc-wd-40-company-surprised-on-earnings-four-quarters-in-a-row/48991</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:45:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[WD-40 Company (WDFC) recently announced it expected its fiscal 2010 earnings per share would meet or top its previously issued guidance. WD-40 manufactures 3 multi-purpose maintenance brands, WD-40, 3-IN-ONE and Blue Works, and 8 homecare and cleaning brands including 2000 flushes toilet bowl cleaners, Carpet Fresh and Lava heavy duty hand cleaner. On Aug 10, the company updated its July guidance and is now expecting EPS to meet or top its prior range of $2.05 to $2.14. Sales growth is expected between 7.2% and 9.2% compared to fiscal 2009. WD-40 Surprised 4 Quarters in a Row On July 27, WD-40 reported its fiscal third quarter results and once again beat the Zacks Consensus by 28.5%. Sales rose 20% to $82.6 million from the year ago quarter with the multi-purpose maintenance ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation &#8211; Easily Beat Earnings Estimates in the Second Quarter</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/08/04/lz-lubrizol-corporation-easily-beat-earnings-estimates-in-the-second-quarter/46605</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:02:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corporation (LZ) did not disappoint in its recent earnings report as it crushed the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the third straight quarter and also raised full year guidance. What slowdown in the global economy? Founded in 1928, Lubrizol manufactures specialty chemicals Incorporatedluding lubricant additives for engine oils, industrial lubricants and fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. It also provide additives for personal care products and pharmaceuticals. It has a global reach, with manufacturing facilities in 17 countries and offices around the world. Lubrizol Easily Beat in the Second Quarter On July 29, Lubrizol surprised on the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 21%. Earnings per share were $2.88 versus the consensus of $2.38. It made just $1.92 in the year ago period. Revenue rose 26% to $1.4 billion from $1.11 ]]></description>
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		<title>(WPZ) Williams Partners L.P. Shifts and Restructures</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/05/25/wpz-williams-partners-l-p-shifts-and-restructures/38392</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 22:23:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Williams Partners L.P. (WPZ) signed a merger agreement under which it will buy the remaining outstanding shares of Williams Pipeline Partners L.P. (WMZ). The deal permits Williams Pipeline unit holders to receive 0.7584 common units of Williams Partners for every unit they hold. William Partners already owns 47.7% of Williams Pipeline. On January 19, 2010, Williams Cos (WMB), the parent company of Williams Partners, said it would restructure its pipeline and processing operations in a bid to speed growth, partly by improving access to capital. Williams Cos announced plans to contribute essentially all of its midstream and natural gas pipeline assets valued at approximately $12 billion to Williams Partners L.P. Consequently, the acquisition by Williams Partners is the concluding step in the restructuring of Williams Cos’ natural gas pipeline and ]]></description>
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		<title>(WDFC) WD-40 Company &#8211; Revenue Increased 30.3%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/05/17/wdfc-wd-40-company-revenue-increased-30-3/37322</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 14:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wd-40 Company (WDFC) is a well-known consumer products company that should continue to produce steady revenues and profits. Growth and Income Analysts estimate that WD-40 will achieve long-term EPS growth of 11.5%, and its stock has a dividend yield of 2.8%. The Zacks #2 Rank stock trades at 17.6x fiscal 2010 consensus estimates and 16.3x fiscal 2011 consensus estimates. Business WD-40 Company produces and sells lubricants, hand cleaners, and household cleaners worldwide. Its products include WD-40, 2000 Flushes, Carpet Fresh, and Lava. Recent Results On April 8, WD-40 announced second-quarter revenue of $80.6 million, an increase of 30.3% from the year-ago quarter. The company reported EPS of $0.64, easily beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.38. WD-40 has beaten the Zacks Consensus by an average of 26.0% for the last ]]></description>
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		<title>(GFRE) Gulf Resources Incorporated &#8211; Bullish Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/18/gulf-resources-incorporated-bullish-outlook/34047</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 02:18:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gulf Resources, Inc. (GFRE) just raised its full-year outlook, which pushed shares to breakout of a bearish trend. Additionally, shares are trading with great valuations. Company Description Gulf Resources make bromine, crude salt and other chemicals through 2 wholly-owned subsidiaries. Both are located in China and the chemicals are used in industrial manufacturing and agriculture applications. Bullish Outlook On Apr 14 Gulf Resources raised its full-year guidance. The new estimated earnings range has a midpoint of $45 million, up from $37 million. Gulf Resources&#8217; revenue forecast has a median of $148 million, up from $130 million. If the company&#8217;s expectations are met, earnings growth could be as high as 50% in 2010. Analysts have not had time to revise estimates since Gulf Resources&#8217; announcement. Chinese Growth China has been making ]]></description>
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		<title>(KWR) Quaker Chemical Corporation &#8211; Well Positioned for Future Growth</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/15/kwr-quaker-chemical-corporation-well-positioned-for-future-growth/33929</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:11:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Quaker Chemical Corp. (KWR) recently hit a new 52-week high at $29.88 as the company&#8217;s business continues to rebound from a challenging 2009. Company Description Quaker Chemical Corp. develops, produces and markets formulated chemical specialty products for various heavy industrial and manufacturing applications. The company was founded in 1918. Lower Expenses Drove 2009 2009 was the first time Quaker saw a Y-O-Y sales decline in more than 10 years, with revenue dropping 22%, or $130 million from 2008 to $451 million. But the company still managed to show a gain in earnings, up close to 50% from 2008 to $1.47 per share on the back of lower costs of goods sold and strict expense management. The company&#8217;s early March, Q4 results showcased Quaker&#8217;s recent momentum, containing a solid 91% earnings ]]></description>
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		<title>(WDFC) WD-40 Company &#8211; Analyst Earnings Estimates Moving Higher</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/14/wdfc-wd-40-company-analyst-earnings-estimates-moving-higher/33676</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:50:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[WD-40 Co. (WDFC) has a Zacks #1 Rank. Its stock trades at 17.2x fiscal 2010 consensus EPS estimates and 15.8x fiscal 2011 consensus EPS estimates. Growth and Income Analysts estimate that WD-40 Co. will grow its earnings per share at 11.5% annually for the next 3 to 5 years. The stock also offers investors a decent dividend yield of 2.9%. Company Description WD-40 Company produces and sells lubricants, hand cleaners, and household cleaners worldwide. Its products include WD-40, 2000 Flushes, Carpet Fresh, and Lava. Recent Results On April 8, WD-40 announced second-quarter revenue of $80.6 million, an increase of 30.3% from the year-ago quarter. The company reported EPS of $0.64, easily beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.38. WD-40 has beaten the Zacks Consensus by an average of 26.0% for ]]></description>
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		<title>(OMN) OMNOVA Solutions Incorporated &#8211; Beat Estimates by 80%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/01/omn-omnova-solutions-incorporated-beat-estimates-by-80/32552</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:31:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[OMNOVA Solutions Inc. (OMN) just topped earnings projections, sending shares to a new 52-week high. Company Description OMNOVA Solutions makes emulsion polymers and other specialty chemicals that have decorative and functional uses. The company serves commercial, industrial and residential markets. Another Surprise OOMNOVA Solutions announced first-quarter results on Mar 24th that included net income of $7.8 million, up from a small loss one year ago. The company saw net sales spike 15% to $184 million. Earnings per shares came in at 18 cents, 8 cents better than the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This was the fifth quarter with sequential earnings improvement. Estimates Rising Since the earnings release, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal 2010 is already up 4 cents, to 83 cents. Projections for fiscal 2011 are averaging 88 cents. If ]]></description>
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		<title>(SIAL) Sigma-Aldrich Group is on a Growth Path</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/03/27/sial-sigma-aldrich-group-is-on-a-growth-path/31558</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:37:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sigma-Aldrich Group (SIAL) has announced plans to invest $2 million in expanding the production of trimethylgallium (TMG) at its Bromborough, Wirral, UK manufacturing plant. The investment is expected to establish Sigma as a leading global supplier of TMG, which has a growing demand in the production of high brightness light-emitting diode used in backlighting in flat panel television sets and for energy efficient lighting under its SAFC Hitech business segment. The TMG plant expansion is a part of the annual business plan for 2010, which Sigma-Aldrich has recently. The business plan deals with the company’s long-term financial objectives. For the next five years, the company is anticipating an average growth of 7% to 8% in revenues (versus its prior guidance of 7%). The growth in revenues reflect expectations for 3% ]]></description>
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		<title>(SIAL) Sigma-Aldrich Group Inches Ahead of Expectations</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/02/12/sial-sigma-aldrich-group-inches-ahead-of-expectations/27756</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:37:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sigma-Aldrich Group (SIAL) reported fourth quarter earnings of 75 cents, compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 73 cents and prior-year EPS of 68 cents. Quarterly sales of $572.5 million were up 12.3% from the fourth quarter of 2008. Excluding currency translation impact, the company posted organic growth of 5.6%. Organic sales for the Research business grew 3.1%, while organic sales for SAFC (Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals) increased by 11.6%. SAFC’s strong organic growth was driven by sales of H1N1 vaccine adjuvants to pharma companies and shipments of industrial media and other previously booked orders. SAFC&#8217;s booked orders for future delivery as of December 31, 2009 were 16% higher from the year-ago period. The operating margin in the reported quarter, excluding restructuring costs was 22.3% compared to 22.5% in the ]]></description>
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		<title>(SOA) Solutia Incorporated &#8211; Earnings Double Expectations</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/01/30/soa-solutia-incorporated-earnings-double-expectations/26400</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 21:18:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Solutia Inc. (SOA) shares are soaring after this week&#8217;s earnings news. Earnings per share came in at more than twice the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Company Description Solutia makes chemical and engineered materials for consumer and industrial applications. The company&#8217;s products range from high-performance nylon polymers and interlayers for laminated glass to chemicals for the rubber industry and hydraulic fluids for aviation. Crushed Estimates On Jan 27 Solutia reported quarterly results that showed net income of $52 million on a 10% increase in net sales, to $429 million. This lead to earnings per share of 43 cents, more than double the 18 cents analysts were expecting. This quarter marks the third consecutive earnings surprise. Estimates were rising heading into the earnings release, but we have not had any since the report. ]]></description>
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		<title>(MEOH) Methanex Corporation Earnings Improve</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/01/28/meoh-methanex-corporation-earnings-improve/26298</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:24:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Methanex Corporation (MEOH), the world’s largest supplier of methanol, reported a fourth quarter net income of $25.7 million, or 28 cents per share, in contrast to a net loss of $3.9 million or 4 cents per share in the year-ago period. Earnings were, however, slightly below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 29 cents. For full year 2009, Methanex posted a net income of a modest $0.7 million or 1 cent per share, significantly down from $168.8 million or $1.78 in 2008. Quarterly revenues of Methanex slipped 7% to $381.7 million while it declined 48% to $1.2 billion for the full year. Continued upward momentum of methanol demand and higher energy prices have led to higher methanol prices and improved earnings. Sales volumes improved 7% to 1.49 million tons while the ]]></description>
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		<title>(OMG) OM Group Incorporated &#8211; Earnings Surprised on the Third Quarter by 56.76%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/01/26/omg-om-group-incorporated-earnings-surprised-on-the-third-quarter-by-56-76/25992</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[OM Group, Inc. (OMG) has seen demand return in some of its key chemical markets, especially in technology. The company has surprised on estimates 2 out of the last 4 quarters. OM Group trades with a forward P/E of 14.4. Company Description OM Group manufactures specialty chemicals and advanced materials for industrial processes. The company has more than 4,000 customers worldwide in over 50 industries. OM Group specializes in cobalt-based specialty chemicals and is a leading supplier of nickel-based specialty chemicals. OM Group has manufacturing facilities in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa. 2010 Zacks Consensus Estimates Jump OM Group is expected to report fourth quarter results on Feb 25. But analysts have been looking beyond 2009 and are far more optimistic about 2010. The 2009 Zacks Consensus has risen ]]></description>
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		<title>(NEU) NewMarket Corporation &#8211; Higher Estimates and Solid Momentum</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/01/23/neu-newmarket-corporation-higher-estimates-and-solid-momentum-2/25732</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 23 Jan 2010 20:52:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NewMarket Corporation (NEU) is seeing bullish forecasts ahead of reporting in early February. Analysts polled by Zacks are calling for full-year 2009 earnings of $11.07, an upward revision from $8.37 over the past 3 months. Company Description NewMarket Corporation develops, manufactures, blends, and delivers chemical additives that enhance the performance of petroleum products. From custom-formulated chemical blends to market-general additive components, the NewMarket family of companies provides the world with the technology to make fuels burn cleaner, engines run smoother and machines last longer. Higher Estimates and Solid Momentum The company is seeing bullish forecasts ahead of reporting in early February. Analysts polled by Zacks are calling for full-year 2009 earnings of $11.07, an upward revision from $8.37 over the past 3 months. The fourth-quarter Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.83 ]]></description>
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		<title>(OMN) OMNOVA Solutions Surpasses Expectations</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/01/19/omn-omnova-solutions-surpasses-expectations/25273</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:19:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[OMNOVA Solutions Inc. (OMN) reported fiscal 2009 fourth-quarter results on Monday. The company recorded earnings of $11.1 million or 25 cents per share, compared to $0.8 million, or 2 cents per share in the year-ago period. The quarterly result also surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 15 cents. The strong performance was primarily driven by robust gross margins amid lower raw material costs and management efforts to reduce manufacturing expenses. OMNOVA designs, develops, produces and markets emulsion polymers, specialty chemicals, and decorative and functional surfaces for a variety of commercial, industrial and residential end-uses. The company’s solutions offer distinctive performance and aesthetic attributes to products that people use daily. OMNOVA reports operating results under two business segments: Performance Chemicals, which is the flagship division, and Decorative Products. During the quarter, ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation &#8211; Consensus Estimates Rise Along With Stock Price</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/12/22/lz-lubrizol-corporation-consensus-estimates-rise-along-with-stock-price/23351</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:56:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corporation (LZ) continues to have attractive valuations even though the stock has been on a tear in 2009. LZ is trading at just 9.84x forward earnings. Company Description Lubrizol manufactures specialty chemicals including lubricant additives for engine oils and fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. It also makes ingredients and additives for personal care products and pharmaceuticals, plastics technology and performance coatings. Zacks Consensus Estimates Rise Along With Stock Price Even as the stock has soared in 2009, Lubrizol is still a value stock as estimates have jumped along with the stock price. From the data, it appears that Lubrizol has met estimates each of the last 3 quarters when, in reality, the company really surprised on estimates as it pre-announced results several weeks before its actual earnings ]]></description>
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		<title>(NEU) NewMarket Corporation &#8211; Higher Estimates and Solid Momentum</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/12/01/neu-newmarket-corporation-higher-estimates-and-solid-momentum/21597</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:34:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NewMarket Corporation (NEU) saw robust third-quarter results and hiked its dividend. Earnings per share of $3.88 soared past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 81% and came in well above last year&#8217;s $1.07. NewMarket&#8217;s dividend of 37.5 cents is 12.5 cents higher than the previous quarterly dividend. Company Description NewMarket Corporation develops, manufactures, blends, and delivers chemical additives that enhance the performance of petroleum products. From custom-formulated chemical blends to market-general additive components, the NewMarket family of companies provides the world with the technology to make fuels burn cleaner, engines run smoother and machines last longer. A Solid Quarter and Higher Income The company saw robust third-quarter results and hiked its dividend. Earnings per share of $3.88 soared past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 81% and came in well above last ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation Reports Their Profit Doubled</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/11/02/lz-lubrizol-corporation-reports-their-profit-doubled/19407</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:01:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Net earnings of $2.52 in the third quarter of 2009 for Lubrizol Corporation (LZ), an Ohio-based specialty chemical company ? more than doubled from last year’s 98 cents. The upsurge came on the heels of cost reduction measures that lowered manufacturing costs and reduced selling, technical, administrative and research expenses. Reported earnings matched the Zacks Consensus Estimate. However, revenues in the quarter slipped 6% to $1.27 billion compared with $1.36 billion in the third quarter of 2008. The Advanced Material segment reported a 10% decline in revenues on a significant 18% fall in volumes. Volume declined 21%, excluding the impact of the Estane engineered polymers acquisition made in 2008. However, the segment saw a 12% surge in volumes sequentially. All product lines in the segment saw sequential volume increases of ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation &#8211; Earnings Beat by Large Margin</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/26/lz-lubrizol-corporation-earnings-beat-by-large-margin/18702</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:28:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) pre announced much better than expected third-quarter results on Oct 21 that sent the company&#8217;s share price to a new 52-week and all-time high above $76. Third-Quarter Results Lubrizol said that earnings to come in at $2.46 per share, far ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate that was calling for $1.89. The company is set to release its full results on Oct 29. Valuation Based on the new earnings information, this stock has a forward P/E multiple of 12X, a nice discount to the overall market. The Chart Shares of LZ have been on a tear for the last 6 months after bottoming out with the market in early March, recently hitting a new 52-week and all-time high. Take a look below. Zacks Investment Research View original ]]></description>
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		<title>(NEU) NewMarket Corporation &#8211; Upward Estimate Revisions by Analysts</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/19/neu-newmarket-corporation-upward-estimate-revisions-by-analysts/18090</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:33:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[NewMarket Corporation (NEU) continues to see upward revisions of the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The current full-year earnings forecast of $8.64 per share is an increase from the $8.14 projection analysts were calling for in late September, when NEU was previously featured as a Growth and Income pick. The most accurate Zacks Consensus Estimate is even higher at $8.90. For the third quarter, analysts polled by Zacks are calling for earnings of $2.14 per share, up from last month&#8217;s $1.91 and the 2 months-ago level of $1.43. The most accurate Zacks Consensus Estimate is even more bullish at $2.48. The company is scheduled to release third-quarter earnings on October 22. Shares of NEU have outpaced the market by more than 100% over the past year. Zacks Investment Research View original at: ]]></description>
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		<title>(SIAL) Sigma-Aldrich Group Division SAFC Completes Expansion</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/16/sial-sigma-aldrich-group-division-safc-completes-expansion/17719</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:04:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Pharma division of SAFC, a member of the leading Life Science and High Technology company, Sigma-Aldrich Group (SIAL) has completed the expansion of its Carlsbad, California facility. The facility conducts contract-manufacturing services for SAFC’s late phase and commercial clients. The $12 million expansion project included the addition of two fully segregated viral product-manufacturing suites built to employ the latest in disposable bioreactor technologies. This is aimed to expand SAFC Pharma&#8217;s biologics, viral vaccines and gene therapy manufacturing to commercial quantities. SAFC Pharma&#8217;s Carlsbad site specializes in the process development and manufacturing of viral vaccines and viral therapeutics ? including a full menu of support services ? from preclinical process and analytical development to final fill/finish and commercial bulk drug supplies. The new expansion, designed for multi-lot campaigns Incorporatedludes dedicated ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation &#8211; Raised 2009 Earnings Guidance</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/13/lz-lubrizol-corporation-raised-2009-earnings-guidance/17503</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:50:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Lubrizol Corporation (LZ) has seen its stock hitting 52-week highs in recent sessions, but it&#8217;s still an attractive value stock as earnings have been rising. LZ has a forward P/E of just 11.33. Company Description Lubrizol manufactures specialty chemcials including lubricant additives for engine oils and fuel additives for gaoline and diesel fuel. It also makes ingredients and additives for personal care products and pharmaceuticals, plastics technology and performance coatings. Raised 2009 Guidance on Sep 14 Lubrizol raised full-year guidance well-ahead of its Oct 29 third-quarter earnings report to the range of $6.10 to $6.40 from a prior range of $5.70 to $6.00 per share it issued on July 30. Analysts are bullish and have been raising estimates as the earnings date approaches. All 7 covering analysts raised 2009 ]]></description>
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		<title>(OMN) Omnova Solutions &#8211; Earnings Estimates Pop</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/12/omn-omnova-solutions-earnings-estimates-pop/17395</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:00:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Omnova Solutions Inc. (OMN) has posted another earnings surprise since being featured as a Zacks Rank Buy. Beat the Street On Sep 29 the specialty chemical company posted its third consecutive earnings surprise. Earnings per share came in at 24 cents, more than twice the 11 cents analysts predicted. Net income surged $7.0 million to $10.1 million since the same period last year. Management has drastically reduced debt to just over $18 million, down from $123 million. Estimates Pop Following the report the full-year Zacks Consensus Estimate for this year jumped 12 cents to 46 cents. Next year&#8217;s average forecast is now 70 cents up from 47 cents. Compare these levels to the loss of 3 cents last year and you have an astronomical growth for this year. Earnings are ]]></description>
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		<title>(FUL) H.B. Fuller Company &#8211; Surprised on the Third Quarter by 33.33%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/08/ful-h-b-fuller-company-surprised-on-the-third-quarter-by-33-33/17151</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:35:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[H.B. Fuller Company (FUL) has surprised on estimates the last two quarters by an average of 38.67% as volumes have improved quarter over quarter. The company is trading with a forward P/E of 14.98. Company Description H.B. Fuller manufactures adhesives, sealants, paints and other specialty chemical products for customers in more than 100 countries. The company operates in four geographic regions: North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific. It has employees in 36 countries. H.B. Fuller Surprised on the Third Quarter by 33.33% On Sep 22, H.B. Fuller reported third-quarter results and easily beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 12 cents per share. Earnings per share were 48 cents compared to 44 cents in the year ago quarter. This surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 36 cents per share. ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation Estimates Surge</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/08/27/lz-lubrizol-corporation-estimates-surge/13582</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:26:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) is approaching its 52-week high after posting massive gains in the last 4 months on surging estimates. Company Description The Lubrizol Corp. is a specialty chemical company that develops additives for transportation and industrial markets worldwide. The company was founded in 1928 and has a market cap of $4.28 billion. Shares of LZ are on fire, climbing close to 200% in just the last 4 months after bottoming out in early March. The company&#8217;s second-quarter results, reported on July 30, gave this stock an extra shot in the arm. Second-Quarter Results Revenue was down from last year to $1.11 billion, but earnings were on target at $2.02 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Guidance Raised In spite of economic uncertainty, the company went ahead ]]></description>
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		<title>(NEU) NewMarket Corporation &#8211; Soared Past the Consensus Estimate by 57%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/08/26/neu-newmarket-corporation-soared-past-the-consensus-estimate-by-57/13434</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:46:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[NewMarket Corporation (NEU) recently reported second-quarter earnings of $2.50 per share, outpacing the previous year&#8217;s $1.13 and soaring past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 57%. Shortly after reporting, NEU declared a quarterly dividend of 25 cents per share, which translates into an industry-leading yield of 1.2%. Company Description NewMarket Corporation develops, manufactures, blends, and delivers chemical additives that enhance the performance of petroleum products. From custom-formulated chemical blends to market-general additive components, the NewMarket family of companies provides the world with the technology to make fuels burn cleaner, engines run smoother and machines last longer. Strong Second Quarter The company recently reported second-quarter earnings of $2.50 per share, outpacing the previous year&#8217;s $1.13 and soaring past the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 57%. The company noted that volumes continued to improve ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corp. &#8211; earnings of $2.02 per share, eclipsing the previous year&#8217;s $1.26</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/08/07/lz-lubrizol-corp-earnings-of-2-02-per-share-eclipsing-the-previous-years-1-26/12122</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:08:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) has been hitting 52-week highs lately. The company recently posted a strong second quarter and hiked its 2009 earnings guidance. Company Description Lubrizol Corporation makes chemical that are used for improving the quality and performance of products used in the global transportation, industrial and consumer markets. This involves production of lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants, as well as fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. Lubrizol also makes ingredients and additives for personal care products and pharmaceuticals. The company describes its products as ones that enhance the quality, performance and value of its customers&#8217; products while reducing their environmental impact. Lubrizol is headquartered in Wickliffe, Ohio. The company owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 19 countries, as well as sales and ]]></description>
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		<title>(GPRE) Corn Crop Numbers Boost Ethanol Producers</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/07/29/gpre-corn-crop-numbers-boost-ethanol-producers/11565</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:42:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>InvestmentU</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[by The Investment U Research Team The reports coming out from the U.S. Department of Agriculture suggest that this year’s corn crop could be a record breaker. If conditions hold, 2009 could be one of the best corn crops of the past thirty years. And that’s a good thing for ethanol producers. A majority of the ethanol industry is still in shambles from the collapse of oil prices. Companies have been crippled by a laundry list of issues – many self-inflicted: misjudged corn hedging, over expansion, and dependence upon government regulation. However, at the end of the day, cheap corn spells increased profits for ethanol producers. A big crop mean low corn prices, and you can already see the impact on some of the more well-known ethanol companies. Green Plains ]]></description>
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		<title>(OMN) Omnova Solutions Inc. &#8211; Aggressive Growth &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/07/28/omn-omnova-solutions-inc-aggressive-growth-zacks-rank-buy/11432</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:17:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Omnova Solutions Inc. (OMN) shares are climbing at a break-neck pace following its latest earnings report. Company Description Omnova provides polymers, chemicals, and decorative/functional surfaces for commercial, industrial, and residential uses. Its products are used in a wide array of applications including, but not limited to, upholstery, wall covering, laminates, and textiles. The company supplies the U.S. Asia, and Europe. Debt Down, Profits Up On Jun 23 Omnova reported its second-quarter results that included net income of $5.1 million, up from a loss of more than $3 million. Earnings per share came in at 12 cents compared to the 7 cent loss last year and the 8 cent consensus estimate. While sales were down almost 27% due to lower prices and decreased demand, it was partially offset by increasing market ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corp. &#8211; Growth And Income &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/07/20/lz-lubrizol-corp-growth-and-income-zacks-rank-buy/10825</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:56:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) recently spiked on its preannouncement of second-quarter earnings that are projected to come in above expectations. LZ Hikes Outlook The company sees adjusted earnings of $2.02 per share. The quarterly results are scheduled for release on July 30. Shares have been outperforming the market and are 16% ahead of where they were trading 3 weeks ago, when LZ was last featured as a Growth and Income pick. Analysts Followed Suit Wall Street analysts upped their second-quarter earnings forecasts to $2.02 per share from last week&#8217;s $1.21. For the year, analysts are calling for earnings of $4.25 per share, versus last week&#8217;s $4.25. For 2010, the consensus estimate of $4.71 is above last week&#8217;s $4.68. The most accurate estimate for both years is a more bullish $4.81. Zacks ]]></description>
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		<title>Credit Crisis Watch: Update – Improvement in Financial Stress Index</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/05/30/credit-crisis-watch-update-%e2%80%93-improvement-in-financial-stress-index/7658</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2009 23:29:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>prieur</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have often reported on the progress that has been made on the credit front and concluded as follows in my “Credit Crisis Review” of a few days ago: “Most indications are that the credit market tide has turned on the back of the massive reflation efforts orchestrated by central banks worldwide and that the credit system has started thawing. “However, although the convalescence process seems to be well on track, it still has a way to go before confidence in the world’s financial system returns to more ‘normal’ levels, liquidity starts to flow freely again, and the economic recovery can commence.” Further confirmation that the various central bank liquidity facilities and capital injections are having the desired effect of unclogging credit markets comes from Goldman Sachs’s Financial Stress Index ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) Lubrizol Corporation &#8211; Value &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/05/06/lz-lubrizol-corporation-value-zacks-rank-buy/6548</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 21:03:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corporation (LZ) is using cost cutting to weather the storm as additive demand dropped in the first quarter. Even with tough economic conditions, the company raised its 2009 guidance. LZ has surprised on estimates 2 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 2.96%. LZ has a PEG ratio of 0.83. Company Description Lubrizol manufactures specialty chemical additives for the transportation, industrial and consumer markets. The company operates facilities in 19 countries and has customers worldwide. Its products include lubricant additives for engines, fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel, and specialty resins and additives for the plastics and performance coatings industries. Lubrizol Met Estimates in the First Quarter On Apr 30, Lubrizol announced first quarter results which met Wall Street estimates of $1.06 per share. Revenues ]]></description>
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		<title>(NEU) NewMarket Corporation &#8211; Value &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/04/29/neu-newmarket-corporation-value-zacks-rank-buy/6178</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:30:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[NewMarket Corporation (NEU) , the specialty chemical additives manufacturer, saw a record first quarter as quickly declining raw material prices boosted operating profit. The company has surprised 2 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 12.52%. NEU has a PEG ratio of just 0.80. Company Description NewMarket manufactures chemical additives for petroleum products through its subsidiaries Afton Chemical and Ethyl Corporation. Afton Chemical manufactures custom-formulated chemical blends that helps fuels burn cleaner and engines last longer. Ethyl Corporation produces diesel cetane improve and gasoline performance additives. It operates terminal storage and distribution services from facilities in Houston and Dordrecht, Holland. NewMarket Crushed First-Quarter Estimates by 70.91% On Apr 22, NewMarket reported record first-quarter results and easily beat Wall Street estimates by 78 cents per share. Net income ]]></description>
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		<title>(PEIX) Ethanol Is on Life Support… For Now</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/02/17/peix-ethanol-is-on-life-support%e2%80%a6-for-now/2693</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 22:31:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>InvestmentU</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the crash of the ethanol industry, investors have seen a stunning reversal of a technology that seemed so profitable only a few quarters ago. Dozens of plants have been shuttered, and many more plants on the drawing board or in construction have been axed. And the way the press spins it, ethanol will never be used again in the United States. But that’s just wrong. Let’s not count this nascent industry out before it’s really had a chance to shine. Some of its biggest obstacles are centered on its major component: corn. The cost of corn plays a major part in squeezing profits – literally – from ethanol. Just when the industry was starting to take off, the price of corn was skyrocketing. And many of the first movers ]]></description>
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		<title>(SOA) Progress Software Corporation &#8211; Progress Beats Wall Street Estimates by 77.78%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/01/21/soa-progress-software-corporation-progress-beats-wall-street-estimates-by-7778/2255</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:32:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Progress Software Corporation (PRGS) continues to perform in a tough market as the company surprised on fourth-quarter estimates by 77.78%. PRGS is trading at 10.3x forward earnings. Company Description Progress Software provides application infrastructure software and management of business applications. The company has employees in over 90 countries. Progress supports service-oriented architecture (SOA) deployments with software products that control interactions among business services. Progress Beats Wall Street Estimates by 77.78% On Dec 18, Progress Software announced fourth-quarter earnings that surprised on Wall Street estimates by 77.78%, or 7 cents per share. Revenue rose 4% to $142 million compared to a year ago. &#8220;We are particularly pleased by the strong performance delivered by our Apama product line, which grew 70% in FY08, attributable to both growth in Capital Markets and other ]]></description>
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		<title>(SDTH) &#8211; ShengdaTech &#8211; surprised on estimates 3 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 21.18%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/25/sdth-shengdatech-surprised-on-estimates-3-out-of-the-last-4-quarters-by-an-average-of-2118-3/1078</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 14:42:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ShengdaTech Inc. (SDTH) has that rare combination of strong growth and value characteristics. The stock is cheap. It trades at only 6.4x forward earnings and yet earnings are expected to grow 20.67% over the next 5 years.Company Description ShengdaTech manufactures nano precipitated calcium carbonate (NPCC) and coal-based chemicals. The company also converts limestone into NPCC using proprietary technology. NPCC is used in tires, paints, and polyvinyl chloride building materials. The coal-based chemical products include ammonium bicarbonate, liquid ammonia, methanol and melamine. ShengdaTech&#8217;s coal-based products are used in chemical fertilizers and raw materials in the production of organic and inorganic chemical products, especially formaldehyde and pesticides. Acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company In September, the company announced that it expects to close on the acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company before Oct 31 ]]></description>
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		<title>(SDTH) &#8211; ShengdaTech &#8211; surprised on estimates 3 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 21.18%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/24/sdth-shengdatech-surprised-on-estimates-3-out-of-the-last-4-quarters-by-an-average-of-2118-2/1048</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:43:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ShengdaTech Inc. (SDTH) has that rare combination of strong growth and value characteristics. The stock is cheap. It trades at only 6.4x forward earnings and yet earnings are expected to grow 20.67% over the next 5 years.Company Description ShengdaTech manufactures nano precipitated calcium carbonate (NPCC) and coal-based chemicals. The company also converts limestone into NPCC using proprietary technology. NPCC is used in tires, paints, and polyvinyl chloride building materials. The coal-based chemical products include ammonium bicarbonate, liquid ammonia, methanol and melamine. ShengdaTech&#8217;s coal-based products are used in chemical fertilizers and raw materials in the production of organic and inorganic chemical products, especially formaldehyde and pesticides. Acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company In September, the company announced that it expects to close on the acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company before Oct 31 ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) &#8211; Lubrizol Corp &#8211; ROE of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/24/lz-lubrizol-corp-roe-of-15-more-than-doubles-the-industry-average-of-7-4/1032</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:40:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) sports attractive fundamentals. The company’s return on equity (ROE) of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%. Its dividend yield of 3.9% soars past the industry average of 0.5%.Company Description Lubrizol Corp. is a global provider of specialty chemicals and materials for a wide variety of markets and end-use applications, such as lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants. The company also provides fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. Headquartered in Wickliffe, Ohio and founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 19 countries. The company also has sales and technical offices around the world. Revenues for 2007 totaled $4.5 billion. Growth Through Product Expansion The company recently expanded its Estane® Engineered Polymers product line with the purchase ]]></description>
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		<title>(SDTH) &#8211; ShengdaTech &#8211; surprised on estimates 3 out of the last 4 quarters by an average of 21.18%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/22/sdth-shengdatech-surprised-on-estimates-3-out-of-the-last-4-quarters-by-an-average-of-2118/1008</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 02:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ShengdaTech Inc. (SDTH) has that rare combination of strong growth and value characteristics. The stock is cheap. It trades at only 6.4x forward earnings and yet earnings are expected to grow 20.67% over the next 5 years.Company Description ShengdaTech manufactures nano precipitated calcium carbonate (NPCC) and coal-based chemicals. The company also converts limestone into NPCC using proprietary technology. NPCC is used in tires, paints, and polyvinyl chloride building materials. The coal-based chemical products include ammonium bicarbonate, liquid ammonia, methanol and melamine. ShengdaTech&#8217;s coal-based products are used in chemical fertilizers and raw materials in the production of organic and inorganic chemical products, especially formaldehyde and pesticides. Acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company In September, the company announced that it expects to close on the acquisition of Jinan Fertilizer Company before Oct 31 ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) &#8211; Lubrizol Corp &#8211; ROE of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/17/lz-lubrizol-corp-roe-of-15-more-than-doubles-the-industry-average-of-7-3/989</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:42:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) sports attractive fundamentals. The company’s return on equity (ROE) of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%. Its dividend yield of 3.9% soars past the industry average of 0.5%.Company Description Lubrizol Corp. is a global provider of specialty chemicals and materials for a wide variety of markets and end-use applications, such as lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants. The company also provides fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. Headquartered in Wickliffe, Ohio and founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 19 countries. The company also has sales and technical offices around the world. Revenues for 2007 totaled $4.5 billion. Growth Through Product Expansion The company recently expanded its Estane® Engineered Polymers product line with the purchase ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) &#8211; Lubrizol Corp &#8211; ROE of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/15/lz-lubrizol-corp-roe-of-15-more-than-doubles-the-industry-average-of-7-2/956</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:20:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) sports attractive fundamentals. The company’s return on equity (ROE) of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%. Its dividend yield of 3.9% soars past the industry average of 0.5%.Company Description Lubrizol Corp. is a global provider of specialty chemicals and materials for a wide variety of markets and end-use applications, such as lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants. The company also provides fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. Headquartered in Wickliffe, Ohio and founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 19 countries. The company also has sales and technical offices around the world. Revenues for 2007 totaled $4.5 billion. Growth Through Product Expansion The company recently expanded its Estane® Engineered Polymers product line with the purchase ]]></description>
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		<title>(LZ) &#8211; Lubrizol Corp &#8211; ROE of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/14/lz-lubrizol-corp-roe-of-15-more-than-doubles-the-industry-average-of-7/923</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 03:20:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lubrizol Corp. (LZ) sports attractive fundamentals. The company’s return on equity (ROE) of 15% more than doubles the industry average of 7%. Its dividend yield of 3.9% soars past the industry average of 0.5%.Company Description Lubrizol Corp. is a global provider of specialty chemicals and materials for a wide variety of markets and end-use applications, such as lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants. The company also provides fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. Headquartered in Wickliffe, Ohio and founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 19 countries. The company also has sales and technical offices around the world. Revenues for 2007 totaled $4.5 billion. Growth Through Product Expansion The company recently expanded its Estane® Engineered Polymers product line with the purchase ]]></description>
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		<title>(FOE) &#8211; Ferro Corp &#8211; Consensus Estimates Rise for the Second Quarter and the Full Year</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/07/16/foe-ferro-corp-consensus-estimates-rise-for-the-second-quarter-and-the-full-year/156</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:10:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ferro Corporation is finding profits overseas as demand for its specialty chemical products stays strong. First quarter sales jumped 15% to a company record. The company has a forward P/E of 12.29.Company Profile Ferro Corporation (FOE) is a specialty chemical manufacturer with manufacturing operations in 20 countries and customers in 100 countries worldwide. FOE is one of the largest manufacturers of specialty glass and colorants, ceramic glaze frit and stain technology and porcelain enamel frit. Its products are found in electronics, solar energy, appliances, household furnishings, automotive and industrial products. The company, a Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy), opened its first international operations in Canada in 1927 and expanded to Europe shortly thereafter. Restructuring During this Economic Environment Ferro announced on June 20 that it would stop manufacturing tile frits ]]></description>
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