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- Starwood Hotels & Resorts (HOT) Put Traders Anticipate a Pullback from New Highs Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:54AMFitch Ratings on Thursday upgraded its outlook on Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc...( Read More )
- A downbeat note from Standard & Poor's may have sparked near-term put activity Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:52AMIn last week's edition of Trading Tools, we took a look at L-3 Communications (LLL), which was the center of accelerated put activity highlighted by the Schaeffer's Most Active Options filter...( Read More )
- US Mint Bullion Coin Sales 2 Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:12AMThe US Mint’s popular American Eagle gold and silver coins remain in high demand by US investors. Working to overcome production bottlenecks, the Mint radically stepped up operations last year to the highest levels by far of this entire secular gold bull.
- Performance of Darwin's darlings Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:57AMBy Greenbackd. Yesterday I highlighted an investment strategy I first read about in a Spring 1999 research report called Wall Street's Endangered Species by Daniel J. Donoghue, Michael R. Murphy and Mark Buckley, then at Piper Jaffray and now at Discovery Group, a firm founded by Donoghue and Murphy. The premise, simply stated, is to identify undervalued small capitalization stocks where a ...
- Fundamental Focus: Punting on Penny Dreadfuls Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 8:52AMA lot of us seem to love a punt; after all why would we invest in stocks that have never made a profit if this wasn't the case? Sure, there are always lots of feel-good stories that can help us justify such investments, and there are certainly many examples of 'penny dreadful' stocks that have gone on to become real success stories. The thing we must acknowledge, though, is that such investments ...
- Corrected: Dollar slips on Fed speculation; euro gains Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:11AMThe euro rose to a one-month high against the dollar on Friday as traders covered short positions and the U.S. unit fell on reports a policy dove was a leading candidate for vice chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve.
- InnVest REIT Reports Fourth Quarter Results Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:08AMTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - March 12, 2010) - InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust ("InnVest" or the "Trust") (TSX:INN.UN) today announced financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2009. Unless otherwise indicated, monetary data is in thousands of dollars, except for per unit, average daily rate ("ADR"), and revenue per available room ("RevPAR") amounts. "
- InnVest REIT Reports Fourth Quarter Results Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:00AMTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 03/12/10) - InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust ("InnVest" or the "Trust") (TSX: INN.UN - News ) today announced financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2009. Unless otherwise indicated, monetary data is in thousands of dollars, except for per unit, average daily rate ("ADR"), and revenue per available room ("RevPAR") amounts. "Our ...
- Gold Seeker Closing Report: Gold and Silver End With Gains Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:27PMGold saw a gain of $2.29 at its session high of $1109.94 as this morning’s economic data was released before it quickly fell to see a loss of $7.10 at $1100.55 shortly afterwards, but it then climbed back higher for most of the rest of trade and ended near its earlier high with a gain of 0.005%. Silver dropped to see a loss of $0.16 at as low as $16.83 before it also climbed back higher and ...
- TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for March 11, 2010 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:14PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- -
- Market Trends: Objective Investing Decisions, Part 1 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:50AMThis article is targeted towards those investors who are concerned about market returns given lower risk tolerances in light of market volatility over the past few years, shorter-time horizons, or both. While many of my articles are geared towards traders with a technical bent, this two-part series will provide more detail on specific tools and approaches. It also provides a slightly different ...
- A little can mean a whole lot Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:07AMIt is in our nature as people to be charitable, even when times are at their worst. Case in point: When my oldest son was 5, he wanted to do something to help people in our community, specifically the hungry. We decided the best way to help would be to raise money for the local food bank.
- Robbins agrees to 3-year deal with Rams Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:01PMNew York Giants defensive tackle Fred Robbins has agreed to terms on a three-year with the St. Louis Rams. He will sign the deal later this afternoon.
- Frank Hughes: Where will John Wall fit in? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:19PMBarring some unforeseen circumstance, it appears Kentucky point guard John Wall is going to become the NBA's next No. 1 draft pick.
- Frank Hughes: Where will John Wall fit in? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:09PMBarring some unforeseen circumstance, it appears Kentucky freshman point guard John Wall will become the NBA's next No. 1 draft pick.
- NY Giants have plenty of needs but won't overspend in free agency Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 5:04AMSafety, middle linebacker and running back top the list; replacing Antonio Pierce is a tall order
- Community Calendar: Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:17AMDeadline for items for the Community Calendar is Wednesday noon two weeks before desired publication date.
- Canadian Natural Resources Limited Announces 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year End Results Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:09AMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - March 4, 2010) - Commenting on the fourth quarter 2009 and year end results, Allan Markin, Chairman of Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ) (NYSE:CNQ) ("Canadian Natural" or the "Company") stated, "Canadian Natural's strong quarterly and annual results reflect the focus of management and all employees to deliver on the defined plan. We were proactive in ...
- Canadian Natural Resources Limited Announces 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year End Results Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:05AMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - 03/04/10) - Commenting on the fourth quarter 2009 and year end results, Allan Markin, Chairman of Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX: CNQ - News ) (NYSE: CNQ - News ) ("Canadian Natural" or the "Company") stated, "Canadian Natural's strong quarterly and annual results reflect the focus of management and all employees to deliver on the defined plan. We were ...
- GOLD ANALYSIS Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:22AMThe gold rally that began last fall and drove the yellow metal through $1,200 doesn't seem to be panning out the way the rallies of 2005 and 2007 did says Brien Lundin. He hasn't lost hope but, he is a bit worries about this runs' breakout.
- Atlantic 10 Conference Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:58AMAtlantic 10 Conference-Around the Atlantic 10
- St. Louis Rams Team Report Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:19PMRunning back Steven Jackson isn't going anywhere, so teams needn't bother phoning Rams GM Billy Devaney about him.
- Your Best Chance to Profit in 2010 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:05PMThis investment idea offers both safety and great returns.
- PFGBEST Softs Comment Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:13PMCHICAGO - Mar 2/10 - SNS -- Following is the orange juice, cotton and coffee comment from PFGBEST Research. Open an account with Robin - E-Mail rrosenberg@pfgbest.com or telephone 800.611.6974.
- Kaeppel's Corner: Forecasting the Stock Market in 5 Minutes a Month Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:42AMNow you've got to admit that that is a catchy title. I mean, if that doesn't get your attention, then nothing will. And yes, I am essentially serious about the title. At the same time, please note that it says "Forecasting the Stock Market," and not "You Can't Lose with this 100% Guaranteed Sure-Thing Method of Forecasting the Stock Market with Uncanny Accuracy" - which, let's face it, would be ...
- Gold, stocks and real estate to lose luster this year Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:35AMThe three major investment avenues of gold, real estate and the stock market do not represent highly attractive options this year, experts say.
- Lilly R&D chief is out to recharge pipeline Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:09AMAs a young student in his native Sweden, Jan M. Lundberg played ice hockey for his college team and dreamed of moving up to the pros. Ultimately, he decided a sports career was too much of a long shot and turned his sights to science.
- National League Team Notes Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:40PMnl notes
- Bob Ford: And now, Eagles have a big decision on Vick Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:33PMBob Ford: The most curious aspect of the Eagles' decision to release Brian Westbrook last week was not the decision itself - that was self-explanatory and expected - but the timing of the announcement.
- Speech By Hon Rodney Hide Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:56PMWelcome. Today I want to talk about Promises. When politicians mention the word promise it usually generates a good chuckle.
- TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for February 26, 2010 Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:18PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Feb. 26, 2010) - /
- Finding Yield In A Haze Of Smoke And Mirrors Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 3:47PMMatt’s certainly right that the yield hunt is a tough one.
- 5 Careful Ways to Win with Options Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 3:15PMOptions give the investor numerous ways to make money in the market. Up, down or sideways, decide to make success your only option.
- Call Players Up the Bullish Ante on NIKE, Inc. (NKE) Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 1:09PMAthletic apparel bigwig NIKE, Inc. (NKE) scored a high-profile upgrade at Goldman Sachs yesterday, sparking a spike in call speculation...( Read More )
- Destiny Resource Services Corp. Announces Shareholder Approval of Merger With Logan Oil Tools and 2009 Results Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:47AMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 26, 2010) - Destiny Resource Services Corp. ("Destiny") (TSX:DSC) announces its shareholders overwhelmingly approved the previously announced merger with Logan Holdings, Inc. (the parent company of Logan Oil Tools) at a Special Meeting held today. The transaction will be effective March 1, 2010. D
- A Call Option Strategy for Value Investors Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:02PMBy Karl. This article will discuss how a value investor may want to take advantage of call options. It will discuss how options are typically priced. How value investors can use option pricing models in their favor. And conclude with an example revolving around Johnson & Johnson (ticker:JNJ). Supporting comments from Warren Buffett are also included via the 2008 Berkshire Hathaway Inc (ticker ...
- ATCO Ltd. Normal Course Issuer Bid Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:19PMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 24, 2010) - The Toronto Stock Exchange (the "Exchange") has accepted ATCO Ltd.'s (the "Corporation") Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (the "Notice") pursuant to which the Corporation intends to make a normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") for certain of its outstanding Class I Non-Voting Shares of the Corporation ("Class I Shares") on the ...
- Canadian Utilities Limited Normal Course Issuer Bid Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:19PMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 24, 2010) - The Toronto Stock Exchange (the "Exchange") has accepted Canadian Utilities Limited's (the "Corporation") Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (the "Notice") pursuant to which the Corporation intends to make a normal course issuer bid (the "NCIB") for certain of its outstanding Class A non-voting shares of the Corporation ("Class ...
- ATCO Ltd. Normal Course Issuer Bid Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:13PMCALGARY, ALBERTA-- - The Toronto Stock Exchange has accepted ATCO Ltd.'s Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid pursuant to which the Corporation intends to make a normal course issuer bid for certain of its outstanding Class I Non-Voting Shares of the Corporation on the terms set forth in the Notice.
- Canadian Utilities Limited Normal Course Issuer Bid Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:12PMCALGARY, ALBERTA-- - The Toronto Stock Exchange has accepted Canadian Utilities Limited's Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid pursuant to which the Corporation intends to make a normal course issuer bid for certain of its outstanding Class A non-voting shares of the Corporation on the terms set forth in the Notice.
- ATCO Ltd. Normal Course Issuer Bid Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:12PMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - 02/24/10) - The Toronto Stock Exchange (the "Exchange") has accepted ATCO Ltd.'s (the "Corporation") Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (the "Notice") pursuant to which the Corporation intends to make a normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") for certain of its outstanding Class I Non-Voting Shares of the Corporation ("Class I Shares") on the terms ...
- How This Trend May Change Investing Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:21PMYou want to jump in now.
- 3 Bargain Stocks for This Market Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:19PMShould they be part of your portfolio?
- Big Winners for Small Investors Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:07PMCan you really earn 50% per year buying stocks?
- Federal Reserve Will at Some Point Need Tighten Monetary Conditions, Bernanke said Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:33AMThis Wednesday, Ben Bernanke, the Federal Reserve chairman, gave his semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. The US dollar had a mixed reaction to the news since this was an uneventful speech, mostly focused on regulatory reform and increasing transparency.
- International Forecaster February 2010 (#7) - Gold, Silver, Economy + More Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:28AMThe following are some snippets from the most recent issue of the International Forecaster. For the full 32 page issue, please see subscription information below.
- Millipore Says It’s for Sale After Thermo Said to Bid (Update2) Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:23AMFeb. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Millipore Corp. confirmed it hired Goldman Sachs Group Inc. to solicit bidders for a possible merger or sale, and said in a statement today that it had no “definitive timetable” for the auction.
- Pompey in crisis Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 8:47AMMatt Slater on what the future holds for Portsmouth
- Make the best of a bad 401(k) Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 7:34AMYou're probably feeling a lot better about your 401 these days, and not without reason. The average balance for experienced workers, after declining 19% in 2008, bounced back 29% last year, including new contributions.
- Zungui Haixi Reports Second Quarter Results Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:00AMTORONTO, ONTARIO-- - Zungui Haixi Corporation , a China-based manufacturer of sportswear and casual footwear, today announced its financial results for the three and six months ended December 31, 2009.