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BloggingStocksPublished on 2010-7-30 1:20:00
Filed under: Nintendo (NTDOY)
This winter should be an exciting time for video game companies. Unfortunately, at the moment fan favorite Nintendo (NTDOY) is powering down.Nintendo announced revenues of only ¥189 billion, much lower than the consensus estimate of ¥212 billion. Earnings came in at a ¥197 loss, widely missing the consensus estimate of ¥34 billion.
Continue reading Nintendo Powering Down Ahead of 3DS Launch
Nintendo Powering Down Ahead of 3DS Launch originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-30 0:40:00
Filed under: Colgate-Palmolive (CL), Procter and Gamble (PG), Options
The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) closed down $1.03 to $61.67. PG is expected to report Q4 EPS on August 3. August and October put option implied volatility is at 21, January is at 22; above its 26-week average of 20. Call option volume of 8K contracts compares to put volume of 25K contracts according to Track Data, suggesting traders hedging for downside price movement. Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) closed down $5.02 to $78.85 in pre-open trading on Hill's pet food sales down 7.5%. Call option volume of 19K contracts compares to put volume of 19K contracts. Overall option implied volatility of 19 is near its 26-week average according to Track Data.
Update is by Stock Specialist Paul Foster of theflyonthewall.com
Options Update: Procter & Gamble Active originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-30 0:00:00
Filed under: Earnings Reports, Forecasts, Good news, Products and Services, Launches, Amgen Inc (AMGN), Currency
Shares of biotech giant Amgen, Inc. (AMGN) are trading slightly higher in after hours trading this afternoon after the company delivered better than expected earnings for its second quarter.Going into this afternoon's earnings report, analysts had been expecting to see Amgen report $1.30 per share, but the company was able to beat out analyst estimates by reporting an actual $1.38 for the quarter.
Continue reading Amgen Posts Better Than Expected Q2 Earnings
Amgen Posts Better Than Expected Q2 Earnings originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 23:20:00
Filed under: Cisco Systems (CSCO), Symantec Corp (SYMC)
Today might as well have just been called a nuisance of a trading day. Jobless claims fell by about 11,000, but failed to exude any optimism. Then two different Fed officials chimed in on the deflationary fear front. To top it off, the S&P charts are giving different reads near-term versus long-term. Here were the unofficial closing bell levels:
Dow Jones 10,467.16 -30.72 (-0.29%)
S&P 500 1,101.53 -4.60 (-0.42%)
Nasdaq 2,251.69 -12.87 (-0.57%)
Continue reading Closing Bell: Weakness Prevails without direction (AMP, CSCO, C, PEIX, CRWN, SYMC)
Closing Bell: Weakness Prevails without direction (AMP, CSCO, C, PEIX, CRWN, SYMC) originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 22:40:00
Filed under: Earnings Reports, Kellogg Co (K)
So Kellogg (K) is not the toast of Wall Street today. At the time of this writing, shares were off by close to 6%, coming in at a quote of $48.50. Are you kidding me? A defensive stock like this one is off by almost 6%? Yes, my friends, it happens. Makes you wonder what is truly defensive and what isn't, am I right?Shareholders have no choice but to go along for the ride. Then again, they do have a choice. Perhaps they could add to their position on the dip. After all, is Kellogg through as a long-term idea?
Continue reading Kellogg Down After Quarterly Report -- No Need to Worry
Kellogg Down After Quarterly Report -- No Need to Worry originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 22:00:00
Filed under: Valero Energy (VLO), Stocks to Buy
The shares of independent refiner Valero Energy (VLO), first discussed here on April 20, 2009 at a price of $20.08, continue to frustrate investors.Refinery margins, which were squeezed during 2008-2009, due to the loss of more than 8 million jobs from the U.S. economy -- many of those being vehicle owners -- have started to recover. Even so, the market has not worked this new reality into Valero's stock price yet.
Continue reading Valero Energy: Stock's Lack of Progress Is a Concern
Valero Energy: Stock's Lack of Progress Is a Concern originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 21:00:00
Filed under: Financial Crisis
Experienced investors know that even the most-sobering economic reports can contain 'gems' or small-but-significant, positive data points. The U.S. Federal Reserve's latest Beige Book report on the economy is a classic example. The Fed confirmed that the U.S. economic recovery had slowed in the second quarter, with regions reporting uneven levels of growth.
The gem? The recovery, although in low gear, nevertheless remains fast enough for commercial borrowers to service their debt, and this is helping to stabilize the commercial debt market.
Continue reading Ray of Light: Risk Appetite Has Increased
Ray of Light: Risk Appetite Has Increased originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 20:30:00
Filed under: Major Movement, Deals, Good news, Rumors, Options, Technical Analysis, Genzyme (GENZ)
Genzyme (GENZ - option chain) shares are rising today on a report in the Wall Street Journal which says that Sanofi-Aventis SA (SNY) could make a formal takeover offer to GENZ's board that could be worth about $20 billion. SNY declined to comment on the report. If you think that the stock won't fall by too much in the coming months, then now could be a good time to look at a bullish hedged trade on GENZ.GENZ opened this morning at $70.31. So far today the stock has hit a low of $69.97 and a high of $70.97. As of 11:55, GENZ is trading at $70.09 up $2.09 (3.1%). The chart for GENZ looks bullish and S&P gives GENZ a positive 4 STARS (out of 5) buy ranking.
Continue reading Genzyme Lifted By Takeover Speculation
Genzyme Lifted By Takeover Speculation originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 20:00:00
Filed under: Newsletters, Stocks to Buy
"Isis Pharmaceuticals (ISIS) as been a leader in genomics-based drug research since the late 1990s and has amassed an impressive intellectual property portfolio," notes biotech specialist John McCamant.
The editor of The Medical Technology Stock Letter explains, "ISIS has successfully applied their technology to take advantage of the emergence of new genetic information. More specifically, and most important for investors, has been the ability to prolifically patent their discoveries.
"Their proprietary technologies include methods of screening drug candidates, chemical modification of the drugs to improve their efficacy, safety and biostability and methods for the manufacture of DNA and RNA-based therapeutics.
Continue reading Isis Pharmaceuticals (ISIS): Profits in the Human Genome
Isis Pharmaceuticals (ISIS): Profits in the Human Genome originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 20:00:00
Published on 2010-7-29 19:30:00
Filed under: Stocks to Buy
Since I first discussed Stanley Works (SWK) here on February 10, 2009, at a price of $32.48, the shares have pulled-back roughly in-sync with the Dow's recent retreat. But they have since found support near $50, and I obviously still like the shares. Here's why.
Look for experienced, battle-tested Stanley Works to post a nearly 100% revenue increase in 2010, mostly on the strength of its Black & Decker acquisition, but also as the tool sector benefits from strong growth in emerging markets. A factor that's up in the air? The status of the U.S. economic expansion in the second half of 2010.
Continue reading Stanley Works: Low-Profile Hardware Gem
Stanley Works: Low-Profile Hardware Gem originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 19:00:00
Filed under: Earnings Reports, Options
American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings (AXL) is prepping for its turn in the earnings spotlight. The auto parts issue is slated to confess its second-quarter results ahead of Friday's opening bell, and at least one speculator is looking for a major post-event move from the shares. Bright and early Thursday morning, an ambivalent options trader opened an at-the-money straddle on AXL.
Specifically, the trader simultaneously purchased several matching blocks of August 9 puts and calls. With AXL trading just pennies above $9, both of these options are at the money. By scooping up equal numbers of puts and calls at the same strike, the trader is hoping to capitalize on a drastic move higher or lower from the security.
Continue reading American Axle Targeted by a Pre-earnings Straddle
American Axle Targeted by a Pre-earnings Straddle originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 18:30:00
Filed under: Analyst Reports, Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades, Advanced Micro Dev (AMD), Boeing Co (BA), ConocoPhillips (COP), CVS Corp (CVS), Analyst Initiations
Analyst Upgrades
- BofA/Merrill upgraded ConocoPhillips (COP) to neutral from underperform following the better-than-expected Q2 report. The firm has a $61 price target on shares.
- Deutsche Bank upgraded Citrix Systems (CTXS) to buy from hold following the company's Q2 results and raised its target for shares to $65 from $45. Shares were also upgraded to neutral from underperform at Cowen following the better-than-expected Q2 report.
- Macquarie upgraded Arch Coal (ACI) to outperform from underperform and raised its price target to $29 from $23. The firm expects PRB priced to move higher given increased domestic and export demand combined with supply shortfalls.
- Boeing (BA) was upgraded to hold from sell at Societe Generale.
- Equinix (EQIX) was upgraded to outperform from perform at Oppenheimer.
- Williams-Sonoma (WSM) was upgraded to equal weight from underweight at Barclays.
Continue reading Analyst Calls: ACI, BA, COP, CTXS, CVS, NGS, NVDA, VPRT, WSM ...
Analyst Calls: ACI, BA, COP, CTXS, CVS, NGS, NVDA, VPRT, WSM ... originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 18:00:00
Filed under: Apple Inc (AAPL), Motorola (MOT), Newsletters, Stocks to Buy
"The headline-grabbing iPhone 4 from Apple has generated a lot of buzz, including a wave of interest in Omnivision Technologies (OVTI)," says growth stock specialist Mike Cintolo.
The editor of Cabot Top Ten Report explains, "The company is a designer and manufacturer of tiny cameras that turn smart phones into image recorders. As iPhone sales soar, so does OmniVision, which has been confirmed as the maker of the phone's five-megapixel sensor.
Continue reading Smartphone Sales Boost OmniVision (OVTI)
Smartphone Sales Boost OmniVision (OVTI) originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 17:30:00
Filed under: Earnings Reports, General Electric (GE), Comcast Cl'A' (CMCSA), Visa Inc. (V)
Comcast (CMCSA) and Visa (V) reported earnings on Wednesday. Following is my brief take on each of them.
Comcast is a big name in cable, and it's waiting to close on a deal with General Electric (GE) involving the latter company's NBC Universal. It will be interesting to see if Comcast's management team can properly synergize with the studio.
Continue reading Earnings Releases from Comcast and Visa
Earnings Releases from Comcast and Visa originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 17:00:00
Filed under: Economic Data
The weekly peek into the jobs picture has been released by the Labor Department, which reported that the number of people applying for initial state unemployment insurance benefits contracted by 11,000. The number of claims dropped to 457,000, which was lower than the expected drop to 460,000. The four-week average of initial claims, which is considered a better measure of employment trends, dropped by 4,500 to 452,500 -- the lowest level since May. Continuing jobless claims for the week ending July 17 increased 81,000 to 4.57 million. The four-week average of continuing claims dropped by 18,000 to 4.55 million (which was the lowest level since December 2008). Compared to a year ago, initial state claims are 21% lower and continuing claims are roughly 26% lower.
Continue reading Weekly Jobless Claims Fall by 11,000
Weekly Jobless Claims Fall by 11,000 originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 16:30:00
Filed under: Earnings Reports, Newmont Mining (NEM), Commodities
Newmont Mining (NEM), the world's largest gold producer, reported net income of $382 million or 77 cents a share, up from $162 million or 31 cents per share a year earlier. This was below analysts' estimates of 84 cents, according to Bloomberg. Sales rose 34% to $2.15 billion. Shares of Newmont fell 38 cents Wednesday to $55.40 per share.
Heavy rains in Indonesia were responsible for a shortfall at the Batu Hijau mine. Production there was down 6.8% to 82,000 ounces. This compares with 88,000 ounces during the first quarter. Gold output was also less than expected at Newmont's Boddington mine in Australia.
Continue reading Newmont Mining Earnings Miss Estimates
Newmont Mining Earnings Miss Estimates originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 16:00:00
Filed under: Toyota Motor Corp. (TM)
Toyota (TM) is going to recall 412,000 cars in the U.S. to fix steering problems, according to Reuters. The report notes that 373,000 of the automobiles are Avalon sedans from the 2000 through 2004 model years and 39,000 are LX470 SUVs from model years 2003 through 2007. The automaker announced that the steering lock bar in the Avalon could break "under certain conditions," while the LX470s are being recalled to "eliminate the risk of steering shaft disengagement."The company said that it has received three accident reports involving the Avalon and none involving the LX470. Nevertheless, the automaker is trying to fix these problems, which are the latest in a series of recalls this year.
Continue reading Toyota Recalls More Cars Due to Steering Problems
Toyota Recalls More Cars Due to Steering Problems originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 15:00:00
Filed under: Kellogg Co (K), Dean Foods (DF), Options
Kellogg (K) closed down 95 cents to $51.52. K is expected to report Q1 EPS on July 29. August put option implied volatility is at 26, December is at 22, versus its 26-week average of 18. Call option volume of 481 contracts compares to put volume of 9,000 contracts according to Track Data, suggesting hedging for downside price movement.Dean Foods (DF) is expected to report Q2 EPS on August 3. DF August put option implied volatility is at 58, December puts are at 52, versus its 26-week average of 37, according to Track Data, suggesting larger price movement.
Options Update is by Stock Specialist Paul Foster of theflyonthewall.com.
Options Update: Kellogg August Puts Active on Elevated Volatility into EPS originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 0:00:00
If you sense that the U.S. stock market recently seems to trade up one day on a good data point, then trade down the next, when a negative data point is released, you're not the only one. Further, look for the Dow to remain range-bound, with rallies and pull-backs containing little conviction, until the U.S. economic outlook has been clarified.
U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke perhaps best summarized the U.S. economic outlook when he termed it "unusually uncertain." Don't misunderstand: The U.S. economy continues to grow, albeit at a slower pace in the second quarter, but conflicting data regarding what's next abounds.
Continue reading U.S. Economic Uncertainty Creates a Range-Bound Dow
U.S. Economic Uncertainty Creates a Range-Bound Dow originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Published on 2010-7-29 0:00:00
Published on 2010-7-28 23:30:00
Filed under: Eastman Kodak (EK), Calif Pizza Kitchen (CPKI)
Yesterday was a mixed day, and today was just a down day. Durable goods were a disappointment in negative territory. Earnings were mixed. The negative bias of the Fed's Beige Book coincides with the sell-off at 2:00 PM but this still just brings in the notion that there is going to be a slow recovery, rather than any massive double-dip recession. Here are today's unofficial closing bell levels:
Dow Jones 10,497.88 -39.81 (-0.38%)
S&P 500 1,106.13 -7.71 (-0.69%)
Nasdaq 2,264.56 -23.69 (-1.04%)
Continue reading Closing Bell: When a Loss Is a Loss (MT, MSO, CPKI, DJSP, APL, EK)
Closing Bell: When a Loss Is a Loss (MT, MSO, CPKI, DJSP, APL, EK) originally appeared on BloggingStocks on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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