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		<title>ITV Price Target Increased to GBX 156 by Analysts at Westhouse Securities (ITV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at Westhouse Securities increased their target price on shares of ITV (LON: ITV) from GBX 150 ($2.36) to GBX 156 ($2.45) in a report issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on the stock. Westhouse Securities&#8217; target price indicates a potential upside of 12.15% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/itv-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/itv-logo.jpg" alt="ITV logo" title="ITV logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at Westhouse Securities increased their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>ITV (LON: ITV)</span> from GBX 150 ($2.36) to GBX 156 ($2.45) in a report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on the stock. Westhouse Securities&#8217; target price indicates a potential upside of 12.15% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>ITV has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of ITV in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have a GBX 150 ($2.36) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of ITV in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 121 ($1.90) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of ITV in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 155 ($2.43) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned  a hold rating and fourteen have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 131.62 ($2.07).</p>
<p>ITV (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ITV/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ITV</a>) opened at 136.00 on Thursday. ITV has a 1-year low of GBX 69.95 and a 1-year high of GBX 139.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 89.23. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;5.300 billion.</p>
<p>ITV plc is a commercial television network in the United Kingdom. It has two segments: ITV Studios and Broadcasting &#038; Online’ segment.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191940" /></p>
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		<title>Weir Group&#8217;s Buy Rating Reaffirmed at Bank of America (WEIR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:24:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Weir Group (LON: WEIR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 2,500 ($39.26) price target on the stock. Bank of America&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 13.02% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/weir-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/weir-group-logo.png" alt="Weir Group logo" title="Weir Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Weir Group (LON: WEIR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 2,500 ($39.26) price target on the stock. Bank of America&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 13.02% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on WEIR. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 2,520 ($39.57) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 2,700 ($42.40) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 2,600 ($40.83) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating, twelve have assigned  a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the company. Weir Group  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 2,322.35 ($36.47).</p>
<p>Shares of Weir Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/WEIR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: WEIR</a>) opened at 2167.00 on Thursday. Weir Group has a one year low of GBX 1405.00 and a one year high of GBX 2490.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1763.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.599 billion.</p>
<p>The Weir Group PLC operates in three segments: Minerals, Oil and Gas, and Power and Industrial. The Minerals segment designs and manufactures pumps, hydrocyclones, valves and other complementary equipment for the mining, flue gas desulphurisation and oil sands markets.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191925" /></p>
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		<title>Melrose plc Rating Reiterated by Investec (MRO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:24:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Melrose plc (LON: MRO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Investec in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 300 ($4.71) target price on the stock. Investec&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 21.46% from the company&#8217;s current price. Shares [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/melrose-plc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/melrose-plc-logo.png" alt="Melrose plc logo" title="Melrose plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Melrose plc (LON: MRO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Investec in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 300 ($4.71) target price on the stock. Investec&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 21.46% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Melrose plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/MRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: MRO</a>) opened at 237.10 on Thursday. Melrose plc has a 52 week low of GBX 211.10 and a 52 week high of GBX 278.847. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 245.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;3.003 billion.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Melrose plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 275 ($4.32) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Charles Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;accumulate&#8221; rating on shares of Melrose plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. Finally, analysts at Arden Partners Ltd upgraded shares of Melrose plc to an &#8220;add&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a GBX 275 ($4.32) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eleven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Melrose plc currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 285.39 ($4.48).</p>
<p>Melrose PLC operates through three divisions: Energy, Lifting and Other Industrial. The Energy segment incorporates the Turbogenerators (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/MRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: MRO</a>) and Marelli business units, specialist suppliers of energy industrial products to the worldwide market.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191956" /></p>
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		<title>Segro Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Societe Generale (SGRO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:24:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Segro (LON: SGRO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Societe Generale in a report released on Thursday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a GBX 340 ($5.34) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 300 ($4.71). Societe Generale&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/segro-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/segro-logo.jpg" alt="Segro logo" title="Segro logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Segro (LON: SGRO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Societe Generale in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 340 ($5.34) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 300 ($4.71). Societe Generale&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 22.43% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Segro (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SGRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SGRO</a>) opened at 279.70 on Thursday. Segro has a 52-week low of GBX 211.20 and a 52-week high of GBX 304.60. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 230.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.072 billion.</p>
<p>SGRO has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on shares of Segro in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 297 ($4.66) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Segro in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 245 ($3.85) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Segro in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 320 ($5.03) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have issued  a hold rating and ten have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 280.58 ($4.41).</p>
<p>SEGRO plc is a real estate investment trust (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SGRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SGRO</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191951" /></p>
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		<title>Berenberg Bank Reiterates &#8220;Sell&#8221; Rating for Standard Life Plc (SL.)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Standard Life Plc (LON: SL.)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Berenberg Bank in a report issued on Thursday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a GBX 333 ($5.23) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 310 ($4.87). A number of other firms have also recently [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/standard-life-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/standard-life-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Standard Life Plc logo" title="Standard Life Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Standard Life Plc (LON: SL.)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Berenberg Bank in a report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 333 ($5.23) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 310 ($4.87).</p>
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<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on SL.. Analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on shares of Standard Life Plc in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. They now have a GBX 322 ($5.06) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Standard Life Plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have a GBX 441 ($6.93) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 401 ($6.30). Finally, analysts at Shore Capital Stockbrokers  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Standard Life Plc in a research note to investors on Friday, April 26th.</p>
<p>Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have assigned  a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the stock. Standard Life Plc currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 371.25 ($5.83).</p>
<p>Standard Life plc is a holding company engaged in providing long-term savings and investments. Its business segments are UK, Global Investment Management, Canada, International and Other.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191963" /></p>
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		<title>Intu Properties Upgraded to &#8220;Hold&#8221; at Societe Generale (INTU)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Intu Properties (LON: INTU) was upgraded by equities researchers at Societe Generale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. The firm currently has a GBX 340 ($5.34) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 320 ($5.03). Societe Generale&#8217;s price [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/intu-properties-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/intu-properties-logo.jpg" alt="Intu Properties logo" title="Intu Properties logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Intu Properties (LON: INTU)</span> was upgraded by equities researchers at Societe Generale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 340 ($5.34) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 320 ($5.03). Societe Generale&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 4.26% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Intu Properties in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 317 ($4.98) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Intu Properties in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 410 ($6.44) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Intu Properties in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have a GBX 295 ($4.63) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued  a hold rating and one  has issued  a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 335.21 ($5.26).</p>
<p>Shares of Intu Properties (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/INTU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: INTU</a>) opened at 319.80 on Thursday. Intu Properties has a one year low of GBX 266.357 and a one year high of GBX 363.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 0.. </p>
<p>Intu Properties PLC, formerly Capital Shopping Centres Group PLC, is a Real Estate Investment Trust (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/INTU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: INTU</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191952" /></p>
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		<title>Societe Generale Upgrades Derwent London to Buy (DLN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Derwent London (LON: DLN) was upgraded by equities researchers at Societe Generale from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. The firm currently has a GBX 2,610 ($40.99) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 2,390 ($37.53). Societe Generale&#8217;s price [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/derwent-london-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/derwent-london-logo.gif" alt="Derwent London logo" title="Derwent London logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Derwent London (LON: DLN)</span> was upgraded by equities researchers at Societe Generale from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 2,610 ($40.99) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 2,390 ($37.53). Societe Generale&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 14.22% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Kempen &#038; Co  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Derwent London in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 2,420 ($38.00) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Derwent London in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 2,277 ($35.76) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Derwent London in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 2,277 ($35.76) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eleven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Derwent London currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 2,414.49 ($37.92).</p>
<p>Shares of Derwent London (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DLN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DLN</a>) opened at 2273.00 on Thursday. Derwent London has a one year low of GBX 1770.9999 and a one year high of GBX 2550.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1951.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.318 billion.</p>
<p>Derwent London plc is a real estate investment trust (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DLN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DLN</a>) focused on the central London commercial property market.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191955" /></p>
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		<title>Great Portland Estates Rating Increased to Hold at Societe Generale (GPOR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Great Portland Estates (LON: GPOR) was upgraded by Societe Generale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Thursday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a GBX 570 ($8.95) target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of GBX 530 ($8.32). Societe Generale&#8217;s price [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/great-portland-estates-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/great-portland-estates-logo.gif" alt="Great Portland Estates logo" title="Great Portland Estates logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Great Portland Estates (LON: GPOR)</span> was upgraded by Societe Generale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 570 ($8.95) target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of GBX 530 ($8.32). Societe Generale&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 6.84% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Great Portland Estates in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 630 ($9.89) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Great Portland Estates in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 630 ($9.89) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG upgraded shares of Great Portland Estates to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 600 ($9.42) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 620 ($9.74).</p>
<p>Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 571.43 ($8.97).</p>
<p>Great Portland Estates (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/GPOR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: GPOR</a>) opened at 535.00 on Thursday. Great Portland Estates has a 1-year low of GBX 372.281 and a 1-year high of GBX 601.505. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 450.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;1.824 billion.</p>
<p>Great Portland Estates Plc is a property investment and development company. Its business model invests in property in central London.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191954" /></p>
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		<title>Ophir Energy Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Beaufort Securities (OPHR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ophir Energy (LON: OPHR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Beaufort Securities in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, Stock Ratings Network reports. Ophir Energy (LON: OPHR) opened at 369.665 on Thursday. Ophir Energy has a 1-year low of GBX 350.30 and a 1-year high of GBX 611.398. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ophir-energy-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ophir-energy-logo.jpg" alt="Ophir Energy logo" title="Ophir Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Ophir Energy (LON: OPHR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Beaufort Securities in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports.</p>
<p>Ophir Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/OPHR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: OPHR</a>) opened at 369.665 on Thursday. Ophir Energy has a 1-year low of GBX 350.30 and a 1-year high of GBX 611.398. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 608.9. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Ophir Energy in a research note to investors on Thursday. Separately, analysts at UBS AG cut their price target on shares of Ophir Energy from GBX 550 ($8.64) to GBX 500 ($7.85) in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group cut their price target on shares of Ophir Energy from GBX 800 ($12.56) to GBX 665 ($10.44) in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and fourteen have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Ophir Energy currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 547.45 ($8.60).</p>
<p>Ophir Energy plc is an independent oil and gas exploration business with a focus on Africa. The principal activities of the Company are exploration for oil and gas, predominantly in deepwater acreage in eight jurisdictions in East and West Africa.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191967" /></p>
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		<title>Hammerson&#8217;s &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating Reaffirmed at Societe Generale (HMSO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 09:12:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hammerson (LON: HMSO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Societe Generale in a report released on Thursday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 670 ($10.52) target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of GBX 610 ($9.58). Societe Generale&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hammerson-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hammerson-logo.jpg" alt="Hammerson logo" title="Hammerson logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Hammerson (LON: HMSO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Societe Generale in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 670 ($10.52) target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of GBX 610 ($9.58). Societe Generale&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of 31.24% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Hammerson (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/HMSO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: HMSO</a>) opened at 502.00 on Thursday. Hammerson has a 52-week low of GBX 420.80 and a 52-week high of GBX 556.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 459.7. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;3.572 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on HMSO. Analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of Hammerson in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 494 ($7.76) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Hammerson in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 539 ($8.46) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Hammerson in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 550 ($8.64) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have assigned  a hold rating and nine have issued  a buy rating to the company. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 555.47 ($8.72).</p>
<p>Hammerson plc is a real estate investment trust (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/HMSO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: HMSO</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191953" /></p>
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		<title>Resolution Ltd Price Target Raised to GBX 285 at Berenberg Bank (RSL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:58:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank raised their price target on shares of Resolution Ltd (LON: RSL) from GBX 270 ($4.24) to GBX 285 ($4.48) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price suggests a potential downside of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/resolution-ltd-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/resolution-ltd-logo.jpg" alt="Resolution Ltd logo" title="Resolution Ltd logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank raised their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Resolution Ltd (LON: RSL)</span> from GBX 270 ($4.24) to GBX 285 ($4.48) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price suggests a potential downside of 0.73% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on RSL. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Resolution Ltd in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 302 ($4.74) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of Resolution Ltd from GBX 273 ($4.29) to GBX 302 ($4.74) in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of Resolution Ltd in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 280 ($4.40) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have assigned  a hold rating and three have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Resolution Ltd presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 273.76 ($4.30).</p>
<p>Shares of Resolution Ltd (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RSL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RSL</a>) opened at 283.30 on Thursday. Resolution Ltd has a 52 week low of GBX 189.80 and a 52 week high of GBX 300.90. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 219.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.018 billion.</p>
<p>Resolution Limited provides public markets with a series of restructuring opportunities in the financial services industry within the United Kingdom and Western Europe.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191922" /></p>
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		<title>ASOS Plc Price Target Increased to GBX 3,800 by Analysts at Deutsche Bank (ASC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:58:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Deutsche Bank raised their target price on shares of ASOS Plc (LON: ASC) from GBX 3,300 ($51.82) to GBX 3,800 ($59.67) in a research report issued on Thursday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price target indicates a potential downside of 8.23% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/asos-plc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/asos-plc-logo.png" alt="ASOS Plc logo" title="ASOS Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Deutsche Bank raised their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>ASOS Plc (LON: ASC)</span> from GBX 3,300 ($51.82) to GBX 3,800 ($59.67) in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price target indicates a potential downside of 8.23% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Nomura raised their price target on shares of ASOS Plc from GBX 2,970 ($46.64) to GBX 3,400 ($53.39) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at BNP Paribas raised their price target on shares of ASOS Plc from GBX 4,200 ($65.95) to GBX 5,000 ($78.52) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Citigroup raised their price target on shares of ASOS Plc from GBX 4,400 ($69.10) to GBX 4,800 ($75.38) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating, eleven have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 3,634.07 ($57.07).</p>
<p>Shares of ASOS Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ASC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ASC</a>) opened at 4154.00 on Thursday. ASOS Plc has a one year low of GBX 1625.00 and a one year high of GBX 4265.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2167.17. </p>
<p>Asos Plc is that of a holding company. The principal activity of its subsidiary undertakings is that of Internet retailing.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191902" /></p>
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		<title>Darty&#8217;s Sell Rating Reaffirmed at Citigroup (DRTY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:58:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Darty (LON: DRTY)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at Citigroup in a note issued to investors on Thursday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 47 ($0.74) price target on the stock. Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential downside of 26.27% from the company&#8217;s current price. Other equities research [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg" alt="Darty logo" title="Darty logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Darty (LON: DRTY)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at Citigroup in a note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 47 ($0.74) price target on the stock. Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential downside of 26.27% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 42 ($0.66) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 50 ($0.79) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 70 ($1.10) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eight equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and three have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Darty  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 54.44 ($0.85).</p>
<p>Darty (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DRTY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DRTY</a>) opened at 62.75 on Thursday. Darty has a 52-week low of GBX 36.75 and a 52-week high of GBX 80.113. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 44.25. </p>
<p>Darty plc, formerly Kesa Electricals plc, is a cross channel service led electrical retailer operating nearly 500 stores in nine European countries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191932" /></p>
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		<title>Go-Ahead Group Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Investec (GOG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:58:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Go-Ahead Group (LON: GOG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Investec in a research report issued on Thursday, ARN reports. They currently have a GBX 1,600 ($25.13) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 12.28% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Go-Ahead Group (LON: GOG) opened [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/go-ahead-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/go-ahead-group-logo.png" alt="Go-Ahead Group logo" title="Go-Ahead Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Go-Ahead Group (LON: GOG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Investec in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,600 ($25.13) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 12.28% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Go-Ahead Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/GOG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: GOG</a>) opened at 1401.00 on Thursday. Go-Ahead Group has a 1-year low of GBX 1158.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 1591.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1339.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;599.6 million.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on GOG. Analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Go-Ahead Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 1,500 ($23.56) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley raised their price target on shares of Go-Ahead Group from GBX 1,355 ($21.28) to GBX 1,475 ($23.16) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. They now have an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Go-Ahead Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 1,725 ($27.09) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 1,510 ($23.71).</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have given a hold rating and eight have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 1,533.89 ($24.09).</p>
<p>The Go-Ahead Group plc is principally engaged in the provision of passenger transport services. The Company has four segments: Deregulated Bus division consists of bus operations outside London; Regulated Bus division consists of bus operations in London under control of Transport for London; Rail operation, Govia, is 65% owned by Go-Ahead and 35% by Keolis SA and consists of three rail franchises: Southern, Southeastern and London Midland, and Go-Ahead North America division consists of a 50% investment in the United States school bus operation.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191919" /></p>
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		<title>Ashtead Group Price Target Raised to GBX 750 at Jefferies Group (AHT)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:58:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Jefferies Group lifted their price target on shares of Ashtead Group (LON: AHT) from GBX 690 ($10.84) to GBX 750 ($11.78) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ashtead-group-logo.PNG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ashtead-group-logo.PNG" alt="Ashtead Group logo" title="Ashtead Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Jefferies Group lifted their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Ashtead Group (LON: AHT)</span> from GBX 690 ($10.84) to GBX 750 ($11.78) in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 19.62% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 626 ($9.83) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 619 ($9.72) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 750 ($11.78) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and thirteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 693.01 ($10.88).</p>
<p>Shares of Ashtead Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AHT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AHT</a>) opened at 645.00 on Thursday. Ashtead Group has a one year low of GBX 235.889 and a one year high of GBX 675.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 324.4. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;3.228 billion.</p>
<p>Ashtead Group plc is an investment holding and management company. The principal activity of the Company is the rental of equipment to industrial and commercial users mainly in the non-residential construction sectors of the United States and the United Kingdom.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191896" /></p>
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		<title>Liontrust Asset Management Price Target Raised to GBX 193 at JP Morgan Cazenove (LIO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:45:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove hoisted their price target on shares of Liontrust Asset Management (LON: LIO) from GBX 169 ($2.65) to GBX 193 ($3.03) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s target price [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/liontrust-asset-management-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/liontrust-asset-management-logo.jpg" alt="Liontrust Asset Management logo" title="Liontrust Asset Management logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove hoisted their price target on shares of <span>Liontrust Asset Management (LON: LIO)</span> from GBX 169 ($2.65) to GBX 193 ($3.03) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 2.66% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Liontrust Asset Management (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/LIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: LIO</a>) opened at 187.50 on Thursday. Liontrust Asset Management has a 1-year low of GBX 55.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 125.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 104.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;65.9 million.</p>
<p>LIO has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at N+1 Singer  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Liontrust Asset Management in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 230 ($3.61) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nplus1 Brewin  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Liontrust Asset Management in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 230 ($3.61) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and three have given a buy rating to the stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 209.16 ($3.28).</p>
<p>Liontrust Asset Management PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/LIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: LIO</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191931" /></p>
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		<title>Lamprell Upgraded to &#8220;Neutral&#8221; by JP Morgan Cazenove (LAM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:45:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lamprell (LON: LAM) was upgraded by JP Morgan Cazenove to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Thursday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a GBX 164 ($2.58) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 114 ($1.79). JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lamprell-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lamprell-logo.jpg" alt="Lamprell logo" title="Lamprell logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Lamprell (LON: LAM)</span> was upgraded by JP Morgan Cazenove to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 164 ($2.58) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 114 ($1.79). JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 14.69% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Lamprell (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/LAM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: LAM</a>) opened at 138.75 on Thursday. Lamprell has a one year low of GBX 60.00 and a one year high of GBX 183.085. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 102.3. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;361.2 million.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on LAM. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase upgraded shares of Lamprell to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 164 ($2.58) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Liberum Capital upgraded shares of Lamprell from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 175 ($2.75) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Investec downgraded shares of Lamprell from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a GBX 145 ($2.28) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 90 ($1.41).</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned  a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Lamprell  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 161.68 ($2.54).</p>
<p>Lamprell plc is a holding company. The Company is engaged in the provision of diversified engineering and contracting products and services to the onshore and offshore oil and gas and renewables industry.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191916" /></p>
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		<title>Pearson Given &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating at BNP Paribas (PSON)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:45:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pearson (LON: PSON)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at BNP Paribas in a report released on Thursday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 1,430 ($22.46) target price on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 20.37% from the company&#8217;s current price. Shares of Pearson (LON: PSON) [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pearson-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pearson-logo.jpg" alt="Pearson logo" title="Pearson logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Pearson (LON: PSON)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at BNP Paribas in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,430 ($22.46) target price on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 20.37% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Pearson (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/PSON/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: PSON</a>) opened at 1159.00 on Thursday. Pearson has a one year low of GBX 1090.00 and a one year high of GBX 1302.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1207.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;9.352 billion.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 1,500 ($23.56) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Natixis  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 1,530 ($24.03) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 1,195 ($18.77) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have assigned  a hold rating and ten have issued  a buy rating to the company. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 1,284.96 ($20.18).</p>
<p>Pearson plc, (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/PSON/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: PSON</a>) is an international media and education company with its principal operations in the education, business information and consumer publishing markets.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191930" /></p>
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		<title>Imagination Technologies Group PT Raised to GBX 275 (IMG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:45:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Credit Suisse lifted their price target on shares of Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG) from GBX 250 ($3.93) to GBX 275 ($4.32) in a research report issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential downside of 15.18% [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg" alt="Imagination Technologies Group logo" title="Imagination Technologies Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Credit Suisse lifted their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG)</span> from GBX 250 ($3.93) to GBX 275 ($4.32) in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential downside of 15.18% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on IMG. Analysts at Investec  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 340 ($5.34) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 395 ($6.20). Separately, analysts at Peel Hunt  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 630 ($9.89) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 450 ($7.07) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned  a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 455.09 ($7.15).</p>
<p>Shares of Imagination Technologies Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/IMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: IMG</a>) opened at 312.90 on Thursday. Imagination Technologies Group has a one year low of GBX 284.70 and a one year high of GBX 645.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 528.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;827.0 million.</p>
<p>Imagination Technologies Group plc is engaged in multimedia and communication technologies. The Company operates in two segments: Technology business and the Pure business.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191899" /></p>
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		<title>Admiral Group Rating Reiterated by Berenberg Bank (ADM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:45:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Admiral Group (LON: ADM)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Berenberg Bank in a research report issued on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a GBX 1,060 ($16.65) price target on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price points to a potential downside of 19.58% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/admiral-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/admiral-group-logo.png" alt="Admiral Group logo" title="Admiral Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Admiral Group (LON: ADM)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Berenberg Bank in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,060 ($16.65) price target on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price points to a potential downside of 19.58% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on ADM. Analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Admiral Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They now have a GBX 900 ($14.13) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Admiral Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have a GBX 1,493 ($23.45) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Admiral Group in a research note to investors on Friday, May 17th. They now have a GBX 1,400 ($21.98) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Ten investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating and four have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 1,150.12 ($18.06).</p>
<p>Shares of Admiral Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ADM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ADM</a>) opened at 1300.00 on Thursday. Admiral Group has a 52 week low of GBX 1018.00 and a 52 week high of GBX 1378.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1113.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;3.556 billion.</p>
<p>Admiral Group plc is the holding company for the Admiral Group of companies. Its principal activity is selling and administration of private motor insurance and related products.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191941" /></p>
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		<title>RSA Insurance Group Price Target Lowered to GBX 142 at Berenberg Bank (RSA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:22:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Berenberg Bank lowered their target price on shares of RSA Insurance Group (LON: RSA) from GBX 150 ($2.36) to GBX 142 ($2.23) in a research note issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 17.84% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rsa-insurance-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rsa-insurance-group-logo.jpg" alt="RSA Insurance Group logo" title="RSA Insurance Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Berenberg Bank lowered their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>RSA Insurance Group (LON: RSA)</span> from GBX 150 ($2.36) to GBX 142 ($2.23) in a research note issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 17.84% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on RSA. Analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of RSA Insurance Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 127 ($1.99) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse upgraded shares of RSA Insurance Group from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 138 ($2.17) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 125 ($1.96). Finally, analysts at Shore Capital Stockbrokers  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of RSA Insurance Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating, nine have issued  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 127.54 ($2.00).</p>
<p>Shares of RSA Insurance Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RSA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RSA</a>) opened at 119.742 on Thursday. RSA Insurance Group has a 52 week low of GBX 103.415 and a 52 week high of GBX 137.30. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 115.8. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.212 billion.</p>
<p>RSA Insurance Group plc is the holding company engaged in personal and commercial general insurance business.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191895" /></p>
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		<title>Ophir Energy Stock Rating Reaffirmed by JP Morgan Cazenove (OPHR)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ophir Energy (LON: OPHR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at UBS AG cut their price target on shares of Ophir [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ophir-energy-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ophir-energy-logo.jpg" alt="Ophir Energy logo" title="Ophir Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Ophir Energy (LON: OPHR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at UBS AG cut their price target on shares of Ophir Energy from GBX 550 ($8.64) to GBX 500 ($7.85) in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group cut their price target on shares of Ophir Energy from GBX 800 ($12.56) to GBX 665 ($10.44) in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and fourteen have given a buy rating to the company. Ophir Energy  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 547.45 ($8.60).</p>
<p>Shares of Ophir Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/OPHR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: OPHR</a>) opened at 368.30 on Thursday. Ophir Energy has a one year low of GBX 350.30 and a one year high of GBX 611.398. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 608.9. </p>
<p>Ophir Energy plc is an independent oil and gas exploration business with a focus on Africa. The principal activities of the Company are exploration for oil and gas, predominantly in deepwater acreage in eight jurisdictions in East and West Africa.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191923" /></p>
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		<title>Direct Line PT Raised to GBX 189 at Berenberg Bank (DLG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:21:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at Berenberg Bank lifted their price target on shares of Direct Line (LON: DLG) from GBX 184 ($2.89) to GBX 189 ($2.97) in a report released on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s price target suggests a potential downside of 12.46% from [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/direct-line-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/direct-line-logo.jpg" alt="Direct Line logo" title="Direct Line logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at Berenberg Bank lifted their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Direct Line (LON: DLG)</span> from GBX 184 ($2.89) to GBX 189 ($2.97) in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s price target suggests a potential downside of 12.46% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on DLG. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Direct Line in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a GBX 343 ($5.39) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 243 ($3.82). Separately, analysts at Bank of America upgraded shares of Direct Line from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, May 17th. They now have a GBX 235 ($3.69) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 220 ($3.45). Finally, analysts at Canaccord Genuity cut their price target on shares of Direct Line from GBX 240 ($3.77) to GBX 220 ($3.45) in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 7th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have assigned  a hold rating and seven have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 229.63 ($3.61).</p>
<p>Shares of Direct Line (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DLG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DLG</a>) opened at 215.30 on Thursday. Direct Line has a one year low of GBX 175.00 and a one year high of GBX 226.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 0.. </p>
<p>Direct Line Insurance Group plc, formerly RBS Insurance Group Limited, is a retail general insurer with operations in the United Kingdom, Italy and Germany.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191948" /></p>
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		<title>Carnival Rating Reiterated by Jefferies Group (CCL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:21:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Carnival (LON: CCL)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Jefferies Group in a report issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a GBX 2,200 ($34.55) price target on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price target suggests a potential downside of 1.35% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/carnival-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/carnival-logo.jpg" alt="Carnival logo" title="Carnival logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Carnival (LON: CCL)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Jefferies Group in a report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 2,200 ($34.55) price target on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price target suggests a potential downside of 1.35% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on CCL. Analysts at Investec  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Carnival in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 255 ($4.00) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on shares of Carnival in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 2,200 ($34.55) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Numis Securities Ltd upgraded shares of Carnival to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 2,750 ($43.18) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have given a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the company. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 2,095.61 ($32.91).</p>
<p>Carnival (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/CCL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: CCL</a>) opened at 2231.00 on Thursday. Carnival has a 1-year low of GBX 2017.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 2638.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2293.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;17.290 billion.</p>
<p>Carnival plc is a cruise company. The Company’s cruise brand operates in two segments: North America and Europe, Australia &#038; Asia (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/CCL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: CCL</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191905" /></p>
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		<title>Berkeley Group Holdings Stock Rating Reaffirmed by JP Morgan Cazenove (BKG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:21:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Berkeley Group Holdings (LON: BKG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on BKG. Analysts at Citigroup raised their price target on shares of Berkeley Group Holdings [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/berkeley-group-holdings-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/berkeley-group-holdings-logo.gif" alt="Berkeley Group Holdings logo" title="Berkeley Group Holdings logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Berkeley Group Holdings (LON: BKG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on BKG. Analysts at Citigroup raised their price target on shares of Berkeley Group Holdings from GBX 2,125 ($33.37) to GBX 2,215 ($34.78) in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Berkeley Group Holdings in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,005 ($31.49) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Berkeley Group Holdings in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,250 ($35.33) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and seven have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 2,109.28 ($33.12).</p>
<p>Shares of Berkeley Group Holdings (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/BKG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: BKG</a>) opened at 2170.00 on Thursday. Berkeley Group Holdings has a 52 week low of GBX 1272.00 and a 52 week high of GBX 2218.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1467.68. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.843 billion.</p>
<p>The Berkeley Group Holdings plc is a holding company. The Company is engaged in residential-led property development focusing on urban regeneration and mixed-use developments.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191918" /></p>
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		<title>Darty Given New GBX 65 Price Target at UBS AG (DRTY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:14:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at UBS AG reduced their target price on shares of Darty (LON: DRTY) from GBX 70 ($1.10) to GBX 65 ($1.02) in a research report issued on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 1.96% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg" alt="Darty logo" title="Darty logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at UBS AG reduced their target price on shares of <span>Darty (LON: DRTY)</span> from GBX 70 ($1.10) to GBX 65 ($1.02) in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 1.96% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Darty (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DRTY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DRTY</a>) opened at 62.12 on Thursday. Darty has a one year low of GBX 36.75 and a one year high of GBX 80.113. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 44.25. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on DRTY. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Thursday. Separately, analysts at Citigroup  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have a GBX 47 ($0.74) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 42 ($0.66) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eight analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have given a hold rating and three have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 54.44 ($0.85).</p>
<p>Darty plc, formerly Kesa Electricals plc, is a cross channel service led electrical retailer operating nearly 500 stores in nine European countries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191934" /></p>
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		<title>Drax Group Stock Rating Upgraded by Citigroup (DRX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:14:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Drax Group (LON: DRX) was upgraded by research analysts at Citigroup to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report released on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a GBX 650 ($10.21) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 590 ($9.27). Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/drax-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/drax-group-logo.jpg" alt="Drax Group logo" title="Drax Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Drax Group (LON: DRX)</span> was upgraded by research analysts at Citigroup to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report released on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 650 ($10.21) price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of GBX 590 ($9.27). Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 18.72% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>DRX has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Drax Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 570 ($8.95) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Societe Generale  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Drax Group in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 600 ($9.42) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have assigned  a hold rating and ten have given a buy rating to the company. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 659.90 ($10.36).</p>
<p>Shares of Drax Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DRX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DRX</a>) opened at 547.00 on Thursday. Drax Group has a one year low of GBX 363.115 and a one year high of GBX 660.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 510.6. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.195 billion.</p>
<p>Drax Group plc is the holding company of the Drax group of companies. The Company is engaged in the generation and sale of electricity and by-products of the electricity generation process at Drax Power Station, Selby, North Yorkshire and the sale of electricity to business customers by Haven Power Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DRX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DRX</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191915" /></p>
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		<title>Imagination Technologies Group Stock Rating Reaffirmed by JP Morgan Cazenove (IMG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:14:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a GBX 475 ($7.46) target price on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 46.51% from the company&#8217;s current price. Other [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg" alt="Imagination Technologies Group logo" title="Imagination Technologies Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 475 ($7.46) target price on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 46.51% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Imagination Technologies Group from GBX 250 ($3.93) to GBX 275 ($4.32) in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Investec  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 340 ($5.34) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 395 ($6.20). Finally, analysts at Peel Hunt  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 630 ($9.89) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned  a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Imagination Technologies Group  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 455.09 ($7.15).</p>
<p>Shares of Imagination Technologies Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/IMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: IMG</a>) opened at 312.60 on Thursday. Imagination Technologies Group has a one year low of GBX 284.70 and a one year high of GBX 645.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 528.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;826.2 million.</p>
<p>Imagination Technologies Group plc is engaged in multimedia and communication technologies. The Company operates in two segments: Technology business and the Pure business.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191900" /></p>
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		<title>Credit Suisse Increases Lloyds Banking Group PLC Price Target to GBX 58 (LLOY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:14:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Credit Suisse boosted their price target on shares of Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LON: LLOY) from GBX 48 ($0.75) to GBX 58 ($0.91) in a research report issued on Thursday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price points to a potential [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lloyds-banking-group-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lloyds-banking-group-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Lloyds Banking Group PLC logo" title="Lloyds Banking Group PLC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Credit Suisse boosted their price target on shares of <span>Lloyds Banking Group PLC (LON: LLOY)</span> from GBX 48 ($0.75) to GBX 58 ($0.91) in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price points to a potential downside of 6.09% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Lloyds Banking Group PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/LLOY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: LLOY</a>) opened at 61.67 on Thursday. Lloyds Banking Group PLC has a 52 week low of GBX 28.543 and a 52 week high of GBX 63.734. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 37.64. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;42.749 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on LLOY. Analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Lloyds Banking Group PLC in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 65 ($1.02) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Mediobanca SpA upgraded shares of Lloyds Banking Group PLC to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 67 ($1.05) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group initiated coverage on shares of Lloyds Banking Group PLC in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They set a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating and a GBX 65 ($1.02) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eight analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, ten have issued  a hold rating and fifteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 57.93 ($0.91).</p>
<p>Lloyds Banking Group plc, is a financial services group providing a range of banking and financial services, primarily in the United Kingdom, to personal and corporate customers.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191894" /></p>
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		<title>JP Morgan Cazenove Reiterates Overweight Rating for Weir Group (WEIR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:14:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Weir Group (LON: WEIR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a note issued to investors on Thursday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a GBX 2,600 ($40.83) price objective on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 17.54% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/weir-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/weir-group-logo.png" alt="Weir Group logo" title="Weir Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Weir Group (LON: WEIR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove in a note issued to investors on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 2,600 ($40.83) price objective on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 17.54% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Weir Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/WEIR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: WEIR</a>) opened at 2170.00 on Thursday. Weir Group has a 52-week low of GBX 1405.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 2490.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1763.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.605 billion.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have a GBX 2,500 ($39.26) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Thursday. They now have a GBX 2,500 ($39.26) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Weir Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 2,520 ($39.57) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued  a hold rating, twelve have given a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the company. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 2,322.35 ($36.47).</p>
<p>The Weir Group PLC operates in three segments: Minerals, Oil and Gas, and Power and Industrial. The Minerals segment designs and manufactures pumps, hydrocyclones, valves and other complementary equipment for the mining, flue gas desulphurisation and oil sands markets.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191927" /></p>
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		<title>GameStop Corp Stock Rating Lowered by TheStreet (GME)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 06:16:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME) was downgraded by equities researchers at TheStreet from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The analysts wrote, &#8220;GameStop (GME) has been downgraded by TheStreet Ratings from buy to hold. The company&#8217;s strengths can be seen in multiple areas, such as its [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gamestop-corp-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gamestop-corp-logo.jpg" alt="GameStop Corp logo" title="GameStop Corp logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME)</span> was downgraded by equities researchers at TheStreet from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Thursday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;GameStop (GME) has been downgraded by TheStreet Ratings from buy to hold.   The company&#8217;s strengths can be seen in multiple areas, such as its solid stock price performance and largely solid financial position with reasonable debt levels by most measures.  However, as a counter to these strengths, we also find weaknesses including deteriorating net income, disappointing return on equity and weak operating cash flow.&#8221;</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on GME. Analysts at Ascendiant Capital Markets  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $46.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $44.00. Separately, analysts at B. Riley  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $45.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at BMO Capital Markets  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $34.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have given a hold rating, fifteen have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $39.84.</p>
<p>Shares of GameStop Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GME/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GME</a>) opened at 38.53 on Thursday. GameStop Corp has a one year low of $15.32 and a one year high of $39.87. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $36.47. The company&#8217;s market cap is $4.532 billion.</p>
<p>GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, May 23rd. The company reported $0.46 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.40 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $1.87 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.84 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.54 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 6.8% on a year-over-year basis. GameStop Corp has set its Q2 guidance at $0.01-0.07 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $2.90-3.15 EPS. Analysts expect that GameStop Corp will post $3.13 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>GameStop Corp. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GME/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GME</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191893" /></p>
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		<title>Indian Overseas Congress requests Prime Minister Pakistan Nawaz Sharif, on &#8221; Bhaag Milkha Bhaag&#8221;.</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:10:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PRESS RELEASE: Vancouver- Indian Bollywood Movie &#8221; Bhaag Milkha Bhaag&#8221;, set to be released Worldwide on July 12th, has been banned by Pakistan Film Board, with an excuse of a dialogue in the movie where  Flying Sikh Milkha Singh, refuses to go to Pakistan as the tragic memories of India-Pakistan Partition are a burden on [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img alt="" src="http://images.lightningreleases.com/img130161736640476863.jpg" style="width: 300px; height: 381px; float: left; margin-right: 10px;" />PRESS RELEASE: Vancouver- Indian Bollywood Movie &#8221; Bhaag Milkha Bhaag&#8221;, set to be released Worldwide on July 12th, has been banned by Pakistan Film Board, with an excuse of a dialogue in the movie where  Flying Sikh Milkha Singh, refuses to go to Pakistan as the tragic memories of India-Pakistan Partition are a burden on his mind, where he among Millions lost their relatives in the violence, which took place, in August 1947, a dark period of History on the Birth of two New Nations.</p>
<p>Milkha Singh, born in Faislabad, Pakistan, came a long ways to compete in Olympics and be called a &#8221; Flying Sikh&#8221;, around the World , which inspired Producer, Director Rakesh OmPrakash Mehra, to produce his life story with Stars Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor, Yograj Singh and many others, all to inspire the Young in India, to do more in sports and health, with a strong message of will and conviction.</p>
<p>Indian Overseas Congress, in their meeting held in Vancouver BC, has written a request to Prime Minister of Pakistan Janab MM.Nawaz Sharif and Begum Kalsoom Nawaz Sharif, to Lift the Ban on the Movie by Pakistan Film Board, instead invite the Family and Cabinet to witness the history created by Milkha Singh, who was born in Faislabad Pakistan.</p>
<p>IOC President emailed the Request to Prime Minister of Pakistan Office, including the Embassy in Washington DC and High Commission , in Ottawa, &#8220;Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, himself is a sportsman and he will lift the Ban&#8221; said IOC President Vikram Bajwa.</p>
<p>Indians and Pakistani&#8217;s across United States and Canada, will throng the movie theatres on July 12th , to see the real life story of Flying Sikh. Actor Yograj Singh, thanked IOC for taking the initiative to request Pakistan Prime Minister and feels, &#8220;Only Sports can build relations, between India and Pakistan&#8221;, which can usher Peace and business relations between Two Punjabs, one in India and the other in Pakistan&#8221;. Yograj further added, when the ban is lifted I&#8217;ll go to Pakistan with friends and watch the movie in Lahore, with Pakistan Cricket Team, taking his son Cricketer Yuvraj, and others to Pakistan for the weekend.</p>
<p>IOC General Secretary Sunil Malhotra, has also written to Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh and AICC President Sonia Gandhi, to assist in the matter.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=r&#038;id=358" /></p>
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		<title>Cantor Fitzgerald Reiterates &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating for Expedia (EXPE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:13:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Expedia (NASDAQ: EXPE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a $75.00 target price on the stock. Cantor Fitzgerald&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 23.86% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Expedia (NASDAQ: EXPE) traded down [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/expedia-logo-240.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/expedia-logo-240.gif" alt="Expedia logo" title="Expedia logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Expedia (NASDAQ: EXPE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $75.00 target price on the stock. Cantor Fitzgerald&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 23.86% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Expedia (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/EXPE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: EXPE</a>) traded down 0.25% on Wednesday, hitting $60.49. Expedia has a 52-week low of $31.44 and a 52-week high of $68.09. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $63.12. The company has a market cap of $8.174 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 47.30.</p>
<p>Expedia (NASDAQ: EXPE) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.25 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.22 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $1.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $967.55 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.26 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 24.0% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Expedia will post $3.35 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on EXPE. Analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on shares of Expedia in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $71.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Expedia in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank raised their price target on shares of Expedia from $80.00 to $86.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Seventeen analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eleven have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Expedia presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $68.70.</p>
<p>Expedia, Inc. provides travel agency services in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, France, Italy and the Netherlands via the Internet.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191624" /></p>
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		<title>Severn Trent Lowered to Underperform at RBC Capital (SVT)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:13:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Severn Trent (LON: SVT) was downgraded by RBC Capital to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 1,580 ($24.81) price objective on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential downside of 10.23% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several other analysts have also [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/severn-trent-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/severn-trent-logo.jpg" alt="Severn Trent logo" title="Severn Trent logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Severn Trent (LON: SVT)</span> was downgraded by RBC Capital to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,580 ($24.81) price objective on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential downside of 10.23% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Severn Trent in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 2,211 ($34.72) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Beaufort Securities  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Severn Trent in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. Finally, analysts at Citigroup raised their price target on shares of Severn Trent from GBX 1,520 ($23.87) to GBX 1,750 ($27.48) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, twelve have assigned  a hold rating and two have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Severn Trent presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 1,798.74 ($28.25).</p>
<p>Severn Trent (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SVT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SVT</a>) traded down 3.88% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1695.9999. Severn Trent has a 1-year low of GBX 1500.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 2200.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1703.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.048 billion.</p>
<p>Severn Trent Plc provides and treats water, and removes waste water in the United Kingdom and internationally.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191523" /></p>
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		<title>Essar Energy&#8217;s &#8220;Neutral&#8221; Rating Reaffirmed at JPMorgan Chase (ESSR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:13:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Essar Energy (LON: ESSR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at JPMorgan Chase in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 150 ($2.36) price target on the stock. JPMorgan Chase&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 19.05% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/essar-energy-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/essar-energy-logo.jpg" alt="Essar Energy logo" title="Essar Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Essar Energy (LON: ESSR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at JPMorgan Chase in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 150 ($2.36) price target on the stock. JPMorgan Chase&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 19.05% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Essar Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ESSR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ESSR</a>) traded down 0.40% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 126.00. Essar Energy has a 52 week low of GBX 98.126 and a 52 week high of GBX 155.10. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 119.6. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;1.642 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on ESSR. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Essar Energy in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 150 ($2.36) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Arden Partners Ltd  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Essar Energy in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have a GBX 142 ($2.23) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Essar Energy  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 159.24 ($2.50).</p>
<p>Essar Energy plc is a holding company. The Company is an India-focused integrated energy company with assets across the power and oil and gas industries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191505" /></p>
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		<title>Investec Reiterates Buy Rating for Enteq Upstream PLC (NTQ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:13:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Enteq Upstream PLC (LON: NTQ)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 110 ($1.73) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 73.23% from the company&#8217;s current price. Shares of Enteq Upstream [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks4.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks4.jpg" alt="Enteq Upstream PLC logo" title="Enteq Upstream PLC" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Enteq Upstream PLC (LON: NTQ)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 110 ($1.73) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 73.23% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Enteq Upstream PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/NTQ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: NTQ</a>) traded down 0.97% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 61.40. Enteq Upstream PLC has a one year low of GBX 49.90 and a one year high of GBX 120.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 0.. </p>
<p>Enteq Upstream PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/NTQ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: NTQ</a>) is an Australia-based Company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191465" /></p>
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		<title>Daily Mail and General Trust Plc Downgraded to Sell at Deutsche Bank (DMGT)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:52:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (LON: DMGT) was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a GBX 590 ($9.27) target price on the stock, down from their previous target price of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Daily Mail and General Trust Plc logo" title="Daily Mail and General Trust Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (LON: DMGT)</span> was downgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 590 ($9.27) target price on the stock, down from their previous target price of GBX 660 ($10.36). Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential downside of 23.38% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DMGT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DMGT</a>) traded down 2.36% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 766.50. Daily Mail and General Trust Plc has a one year low of GBX 379.00 and a one year high of GBX 778.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 489.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.917 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on DMGT. Analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a GBX 555 ($8.72) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Westhouse Securities raised their price target on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc from GBX 634 ($9.96) to GBX 670 ($10.52) in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Numis Securities Ltd raised their price target on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc from GBX 910 ($14.29) to GBX 1,007 ($15.81) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have issued  a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 736.02 ($11.56).</p>
<p>Daily Mail and General Trust PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DMGT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DMGT</a>) is a United kingdom-based multi-media and information company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191448" /></p>
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		<title>Brookfield Renewable Downgraded to Hold at Canaccord Genuity (BEP.UN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:52:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brookfield Renewable (TSE: BEP.UN) was downgraded by Canaccord Genuity from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at National Bank Financial raised their price target on shares of Brookfield Renewable from C$32.00 to [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/brookfield-renewable-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/brookfield-renewable-logo.png" alt="Brookfield Renewable logo" title="Brookfield Renewable logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Brookfield Renewable (TSE: BEP.UN)</span> was downgraded by Canaccord Genuity from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports.</p>
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<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at National Bank Financial raised their price target on shares of Brookfield Renewable from C$32.00 to C$33.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets cut their price target on shares of Brookfield Renewable from C$34.00 to C$33.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Scotiabank raised their price target on shares of Brookfield Renewable from C$33.00 to C$34.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the company. Brookfield Renewable presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of C$32.88.</p>
<p>Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/BEP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: BEP</a>) is a renewable power platform.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191836" /></p>
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		<title>Sidoti Reiterates Buy Rating for Standard Pacific Corp (SPF)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:52:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Standard Pacific Corp (NYSE: SPF)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by Sidoti in a research note issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove upgraded shares of Standard Pacific Corp from an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/standard-pacific-corp-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/standard-pacific-corp-logo.jpg" alt="Standard Pacific Corp logo" title="Standard Pacific Corp logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Standard Pacific Corp (NYSE: SPF)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by Sidoti in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove upgraded shares of Standard Pacific Corp from an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. Separately, analysts at JPMorgan Chase upgraded shares of Standard Pacific Corp from an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. They now have a $10.50 price target on the stock, up previously from $9.00. Finally, analysts at Bank of America initiated coverage on shares of Standard Pacific Corp in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $11.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and six have given a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $10.03.</p>
<p>Standard Pacific Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SPF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SPF</a>) traded down 2.93% on Wednesday, hitting $8.95. Standard Pacific Corp has a 1-year low of $5.05 and a 1-year high of $9.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $9.12. The company has a market cap of $1.930 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 6.52.</p>
<p>Standard Pacific Corp (NYSE: SPF) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $0.05 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.08 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $355.13 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $438.15 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.04 earnings per share.  Analysts expect that Standard Pacific Corp will post $0.37 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Standard Pacific Corp. is a geographically diversified builder of single-family attached and detached homes.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191795" /></p>
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		<title>Hyatt Hotels Lowered to Hold at TheStreet (H)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hyatt Hotels (NYSE: H) was downgraded by investment analysts at TheStreet from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The analysts wrote, &#8220;Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) has been downgraded by TheStreet Ratings from buy to hold. The company&#8217;s strengths can be seen in multiple areas, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hyatt-hotels-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hyatt-hotels-logo.jpg" alt="Hyatt Hotels logo" title="Hyatt Hotels logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Hyatt Hotels (NYSE: H)</span> was downgraded by investment analysts at TheStreet from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) has been downgraded by TheStreet Ratings from buy to hold.   The company&#8217;s strengths can be seen in multiple areas, such as its revenue growth, largely solid financial position with reasonable debt levels by most measures and increase in stock price during the past year.  However, as a counter to these strengths, we also find weaknesses including deteriorating net income, disappointing return on equity and poor profit margins.&#8221;</p>
<p>Hyatt Hotels (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/H/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: H</a>) traded down 0.79% on Wednesday, hitting $40.35. Hyatt Hotels has a 1-year low of $33.48 and a 1-year high of $43.69. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $40.94. The company has a market cap of $6.514 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 77.91.</p>
<p>Hyatt Hotels (NYSE: H) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $0.09 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.08 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $975.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.01 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.03 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 1.8% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Hyatt Hotels will post $0.77 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on H. Analysts at Evercore Partners initiated coverage on shares of Hyatt Hotels in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They set an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Stifel Nicolaus initiated coverage on shares of Hyatt Hotels in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They set a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Nomura raised their price target on shares of Hyatt Hotels from $44.00 to $47.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 15th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Eleven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eight have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $45.54.</p>
<p>Hyatt Hotels Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/H/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: H</a>) is a global hospitality company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191742" /></p>
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		<title>Franklin Resources Rating Reiterated by BMO Capital Markets (BEN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:51:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Franklin Resources (NYSE: BEN)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a $163.00 price target on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price objective suggests a potential upside of 12.05% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/franklin-resources-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/franklin-resources-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Franklin Resources logo" title="Franklin Resources logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Franklin Resources (NYSE: BEN)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a $163.00 price target on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price objective suggests a potential upside of 12.05% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Franklin Resources (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/BEN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: BEN</a>) traded down 3.61% on Wednesday, hitting $145.47. Franklin Resources has a 52-week low of $102.10 and a 52-week high of $169.62. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $156.9. The company has a market cap of $30.928 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.84.</p>
<p>Franklin Resources (NYSE: BEN) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $2.69 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $2.49 by $0.20. The company had revenue of $2.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.99 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $2.32 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 11.9% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Franklin Resources will post $10.47 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on BEN. Analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Franklin Resources in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $155.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Franklin Resources in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $161.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Macquarie  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Franklin Resources in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. They now have a $167.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Twelve investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and seven have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $164.94.</p>
<p>The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Monday, July 8th. Stockholders of record on Monday, June 24th will be paid a dividend of $0.29 per share. This represents a $1.16 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.80%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, June 20th. </p>
<p>Franklin Resources, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/BEN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: BEN</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191660" /></p>
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		<title>easyhome PT Raised to C$15.50 (EH)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:41:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Paradigm Capital upped their target price on shares of easyhome (TSE: EH) from C$14.00 to C$15.50 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Paradigm Capital&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 52.26% from the company&#8217;s current price. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg" alt="easyhome Ltd. logo" title="easyhome Ltd." class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Paradigm Capital upped their target price on shares of <span>easyhome (TSE: EH)</span> from C$14.00 to C$15.50 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Paradigm Capital&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 52.26% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>easyhome (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/EH/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: EH</a>) traded up 7.72% on Wednesday, hitting $10.18. easyhome has a 52-week low of $5.85 and a 52-week high of $11.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $10.05. The company has a market cap of $121.5 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.95.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets cut their price target on shares of easyhome from C$11.00 to C$10.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 8th. They now have a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>easyhome Ltd. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/EH/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: EH</a>) is a merchandise leasing company offering household furnishings, appliances and home electronic products to consumers under weekly or monthly leasing agreements through both corporate and franchise stores.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191752" /></p>
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		<title>Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores Rating Reiterated by Oppenheimer (PLCE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:41:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores (NASDAQ: PLCE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Oppenheimer in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Imperial Capital raised their price target on shares of Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores from [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/childrens-place-retail-stores-inc-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/childrens-place-retail-stores-inc-logo.gif" alt="Children's Place Retail Stores logo" title="Children's Place Retail Stores logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores (NASDAQ: PLCE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Oppenheimer in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Imperial Capital raised their price target on shares of Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores from $50.00 to $53.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have an &#8220;in-line&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> upgraded shares of Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores from an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. They now have a $53.40 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Wedbush raised their price target on shares of Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores from $44.00 to $57.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, thirteen have issued  a hold rating and five have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $53.56.</p>
<p>Shares of Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/PLCE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: PLCE</a>) traded down 0.66% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $54.07. Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores has a 52 week low of $42.21 and a 52 week high of $62.24. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $46.67. The company has a market cap of $1.216 billion and a P/E ratio of 22.45.</p>
<p>Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores (NASDAQ: PLCE) last released its earnings data on Thursday, May 23rd. The company reported $0.83 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.61 by $0.22. The company had revenue of $423.20 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $416.58 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.10 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 3.5% on a year-over-year basis. Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores has set its Q2 guidance at ($0.50)-(0.55) EPS and its FY14 guidance at $3.05-3.20 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores will post $3.18 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The Children&#8217;s Place Retail Stores, Inc. operates as a specialty retailer of apparel and accessories for children.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191887" /></p>
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		<title>Electronic Arts Rating Reiterated by Piper Jaffray (EA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:41:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electronic Arts (NYSE: EA)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Piper Jaffray in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a $28.00 price target on the stock. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 22.48% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Electronic Arts (NYSE: EA) [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/electronic-arts-inc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/electronic-arts-inc-logo.png" alt="Electronic Arts logo" title="Electronic Arts logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Electronic Arts (NYSE: EA)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Piper Jaffray in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $28.00 price target on the stock. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 22.48% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Electronic Arts (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/EA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: EA</a>) traded down 0.83% on Wednesday, hitting $22.84. Electronic Arts has a 52-week low of $10.77 and a 52-week high of $23.66. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $21.39. The company has a market cap of $6.912 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 74.29.</p>
<p>Electronic Arts (NYSE: EA) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, May 7th. The company reported $0.55 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.57 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $1.04 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.04 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.17 earnings per share. Electronic Arts&#8217;s revenue was up 6.4% compared to the same quarter last year. Electronic Arts has set its Q1 guidance at (0.62) EPS and its FY14 guidance at ~$1.20 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Electronic Arts will post $1.20 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Stifel Nicolaus raised their price target on shares of Electronic Arts from $26.00 to $27.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Electronic Arts in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $23.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, fifteen have issued  a hold rating and ten have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Electronic Arts  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $21.25.</p>
<p>Electronic Arts Inc. develops, markets, publishes and distributes game software content and services that can be played by consumers on a variety of video game machines and electronic devices (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/EA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: EA</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191875" /></p>
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		<title>Noble Energy Price Target Raised to $44.00 at Susquehanna (NBL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:41:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at Susquehanna lifted their price objective on shares of Noble Energy (NYSE: NBL) from $43.00 to $44.00 in a report released on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;positive&#8221; rating on the stock. Susquehanna&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential downside of 27.31% from the company&#8217;s current price. Other [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/noble-energy-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/noble-energy-logo.jpg" alt="Noble Energy logo" title="Noble Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at Susquehanna lifted their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Noble Energy (NYSE: NBL)</span> from $43.00 to $44.00 in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;positive&#8221; rating on the stock. Susquehanna&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential downside of 27.31% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Barclays Capital cut their price target on shares of Noble Energy from $140.00 to $70.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Raymond James upgraded shares of Noble Energy from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. Finally, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove downgraded shares of Noble Energy from an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have given a hold rating, twenty-two have issued  a buy rating and two have assigned  a strong buy rating to the stock. Noble Energy presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $107.13.</p>
<p>Noble Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/NBL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: NBL</a>) traded down 0.26% on Wednesday, hitting $60.53. Noble Energy has a 1-year low of $38.415 and a 1-year high of $61.61. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $58.. The company has a market cap of $21.670 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.35.</p>
<p>Noble Energy (NYSE: NBL) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $1.48 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $1.25 by $0.23. The company had revenue of $1.14 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.09 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $1.75 earnings per share. Noble Energy&#8217;s revenue was up 5.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Noble Energy will post $3.47 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Noble Energy, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/NBL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: NBL</a>) is an independent energy company engaged in worldwide oil and gas exploration and production.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191858" /></p>
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		<title>News Corp (CHESS) Receives &#8220;Neutral&#8221; Rating from UBS AG (NWS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:41:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[News Corp (CHESS) (ASX: NWS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at UBS AG in a report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. Separately, analysts at Commonwealth Bank reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of News Corp (CHESS) in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Shares of News [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg" alt="News Corp (CHESS) logo" title="News Corp (CHESS)" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>News Corp (CHESS) (ASX: NWS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at UBS AG in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Commonwealth Bank  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of News Corp (CHESS) in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th.</p>
<p>Shares of News Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/ASX/NWS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>ASX: NWS</a>) traded up 1.46% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting A$30.975. News Corp has a 52 week low of A$16.400 and a 52 week high of A$25.000. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently A$24.04. The company has a market cap of A$71.693 billion and a P/E ratio of 12.22.</p>
<p>News Corporation is a diversified global media company. The Company operates in six segments: Cable Network Programming; Filmed Entertainment; Television; Direct Broadcast Satellite Television; Publishing, and Other.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191892" /></p>
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		<title>Imagination Technologies Group Given &#8220;Hold&#8221; Rating at Investec (IMG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at Investec in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. A number of other firms have also recently commented on IMG. Analysts at Peel Hunt reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/imagination-technologies-group-logo.jpg" alt="Imagination Technologies Group logo" title="Imagination Technologies Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Imagination Technologies Group (LON: IMG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at Investec in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on IMG. Analysts at Peel Hunt  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 630 ($9.89) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 450 ($7.07) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at FinnCap  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Imagination Technologies Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 300 ($4.71) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned  a hold rating and nine have issued  a buy rating to the company. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 459.60 ($7.22).</p>
<p>Imagination Technologies Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/IMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: IMG</a>) traded up 6.23% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 324.20. Imagination Technologies Group has a 1-year low of GBX 284.70 and a 1-year high of GBX 645.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 528.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;856.9 million.</p>
<p>Imagination Technologies Group plc is engaged in multimedia and communication technologies. The Company operates in two segments: Technology business and the Pure business.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191852" /></p>
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		<title>Ferrexpo Now Covered by Analysts at Investec (FXPO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Investec began coverage on shares of Ferrexpo (LON: FXPO) in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a GBX 215 ($3.38) price target on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 42.10% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ferrexpo-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ferrexpo-logo.png" alt="Ferrexpo logo" title="Ferrexpo logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Investec began coverage on shares of <span>Ferrexpo (LON: FXPO)</span> in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a GBX 215 ($3.38) price target on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 42.10% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Ferrexpo (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/FXPO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: FXPO</a>) traded down 0.46% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 151.30. Ferrexpo has a 52 week low of GBX 138.70 and a 52 week high of GBX 296.80. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 193.3. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;885.3 million.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ferrexpo in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Liberum Capital  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Ferrexpo in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. Finally, analysts at Investment Capital Ukraine LLC  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ferrexpo in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 296.38 ($4.65) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have given a hold rating and eight have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 274.24 ($4.31).</p>
<p>Ferrexpo plc is principally engaged in the production of iron ore pellets, which are used in the manufacture of steel.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191463" /></p>
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		<title>Booker Group Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at UBS AG (BOK)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:25:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Booker Group (LON: BOK)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at UBS AG in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 141 ($2.21) target price on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 14.22% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/booker-group-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/booker-group-logo.gif" alt="Booker Group logo" title="Booker Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Booker Group (LON: BOK)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at UBS AG in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 141 ($2.21) target price on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 14.22% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Booker Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/BOK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: BOK</a>) traded down 0.20% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 123.45. Booker Group has a 1-year low of GBX 86.25 and a 1-year high of GBX 134.683. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 94.36. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.124 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on BOK. Analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of Booker Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 90 ($1.41) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Citigroup  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Booker Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. Finally, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Booker Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. They now have a GBX 150 ($2.36) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, one  has issued  a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 122.70 ($1.93).</p>
<p>Booker Group plc is a food wholesaler. In the United Kingdom, the Company has cash and carry business centers and a national delivery network, which includes the Ritter-Courivaud and Classic Drinks.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191446" /></p>
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		<title>Canaccord Genuity Reiterates Buy Rating for Randgold Resources Ltd (RRS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:25:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Randgold Resources Ltd (LON: RRS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Canaccord Genuity in a research report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 6,400 ($100.50) price target on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 38.22% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/randgold-resources-ltd-logo.JPG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/randgold-resources-ltd-logo.JPG" alt="Randgold Resources Ltd logo" title="Randgold Resources Ltd logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Randgold Resources Ltd (LON: RRS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Canaccord Genuity in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 6,400 ($100.50) price target on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 38.22% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Randgold Resources Ltd (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RRS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RRS</a>) traded down 0.72% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 4630.229. Randgold Resources Ltd has a 1-year low of GBX 4353.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 7891.8677. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 7451.93. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.266 billion.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Randgold Resources Ltd in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 9,000 ($141.33) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Societe Generale downgraded shares of Randgold Resources Ltd to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 5,000 ($78.52) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Citigroup cut their price target on shares of Randgold Resources Ltd from GBX 4,230 ($66.43) to GBX 3,926 ($61.65) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, three have issued  a hold rating and thirteen have given a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 4,741.44 ($74.46).</p>
<p>Randgold Resources Limited is engaged in gold mining, exploration and related activities. The Company’s activities are focused on West and Central Africa.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191530" /></p>
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		<title>BNP Paribas Reiterates Outperform Rating for KLA-Tencor (KLAC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[KLA-Tencor (NASDAQ: KLAC)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at BNP Paribas in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $61.00 price objective on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 8.39% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of KLA-Tencor [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/kla.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/kla.jpg" alt="KLA-Tencor logo" title="KLA-Tencor logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>KLA-Tencor (NASDAQ: KLAC)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at BNP Paribas in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $61.00 price objective on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 8.39% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of KLA-Tencor (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/KLAC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: KLAC</a>) traded down 0.32% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $56.21. KLA-Tencor has a one year low of $43.21 and a one year high of $57.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $53.01. The company has a market cap of $9.324 billion and a P/E ratio of 14.60.</p>
<p>KLA-Tencor (NASDAQ: KLAC) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $1.01 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.85 by $0.16. The company had revenue of $729.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $726.82 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.27 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 13.3% on a year-over-year basis. KLA-Tencor has set its Q4 guidance at $0.66-0.86 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  KLA-Tencor will post $3.25 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Stifel Nicolaus downgraded shares of KLA-Tencor from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They noted that the move was a valuation call. Separately, analysts at Susquehanna cut their price target on shares of KLA-Tencor from $48.00 to $47.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of KLA-Tencor in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $53.00.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating and eleven have issued  a buy rating to the company. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $57.67.</p>
<p>KLA-Tencor Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/KLAC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: KLAC</a>) is engaged in the design, manufacture and marketing of process control and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and related nanoelectronics industries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191659" /></p>
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		<title>CONSOL Energy&#8217;s &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating Reaffirmed at Cowen and Company (CNX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[CONSOL Energy (NYSE: CNX)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Cowen and Company in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $41.00 price objective on the stock. Cowen and Company&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 31.66% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. CONSOL Energy (NYSE: [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/Consol-Energy-Logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/Consol-Energy-Logo.jpg" alt="CONSOL Energy logo" title="CONSOL Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>CONSOL Energy (NYSE: CNX)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Cowen and Company in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $41.00 price objective on the stock. Cowen and Company&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 31.66% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>CONSOL Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CNX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CNX</a>) traded down 2.50% on Wednesday, hitting $31.14. CONSOL Energy has a 52-week low of $26.41 and a 52-week high of $37.39. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $34.12. The company has a market cap of $7.120 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 25.13.</p>
<p>CONSOL Energy (NYSE: CNX) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.19 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.20 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $1.29 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.28 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.42 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 9.6% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  CONSOL Energy will post $0.88 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on CNX. Analysts at Ned Davis Research downgraded shares of CONSOL Energy from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of CONSOL Energy in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Nomura cut their price target on shares of CONSOL Energy from $45.00 to $42.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and sixteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $40.87.</p>
<p>CONSOL Energy Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CNX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CNX</a>) is a producer of coal and natural gas for global energy and raw material markets, which include the electric power generation industry and the steelmaking industry.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191622" /></p>
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		<title>Toll Brothers Upgraded to &#8220;Buy&#8221; at Argus (TOL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Toll Brothers (NYSE: TOL) was upgraded by analysts at Argus from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. The firm currently has a $42.00 target price on the stock. Argus&#8217; price target indicates a potential upside of 26.74% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/toll-brothers-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/toll-brothers-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Toll Brothers logo" title="Toll Brothers logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Toll Brothers (NYSE: TOL)</span> was upgraded by analysts at Argus from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a $42.00 target price on the stock. Argus&#8217; price target indicates a potential upside of 26.74% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Toll Brothers (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/TOL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: TOL</a>) traded down 2.64% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $33.14. Toll Brothers has a 52 week low of $25.24 and a 52 week high of $39.25. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $34.84. The company has a market cap of $5.611 billion and a P/E ratio of 11.84.</p>
<p>Toll Brothers (NYSE: TOL) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 22nd. The company reported $0.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.07 by $0.07. The company had revenue of $516.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $511.06 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.10 earnings per share. Toll Brothers&#8217;s revenue was up 38.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Toll Brothers will post $0.82 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on TOL. Analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Toll Brothers in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Finally, analysts at MKM Partners upgraded shares of Toll Brothers from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a $39.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $35.00.</p>
<p>Four analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have given a hold rating, eleven have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. Toll Brothers presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $38.42.</p>
<p>Toll Brothers, Inc. designs, builds, markets and arranges financing for single-family detached and attached homes in luxury residential communities.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191579" /></p>
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		<title>Global Partners LP Rating Lowered to Underperform at Zacks (GLP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Global Partners LP (NYSE: GLP) was downgraded by Zacks from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $36.90 target price on the stock. Zacks&#8216; target price would suggest a potential downside of 4.13% from the company&#8217;s current price. Separately, analysts at Barclays [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/global-partners-lp-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/global-partners-lp-logo.jpg" alt="Global Partners LP logo" title="Global Partners LP logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Global Partners LP (NYSE: GLP)</span> was downgraded by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $36.90 target price on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; target price would suggest a potential downside of 4.13% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Barclays Capital raised their price target on shares of Global Partners LP from $35.00 to $37.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Shares of Global Partners LP (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GLP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GLP</a>) traded down 0.90% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $38.49. Global Partners LP has a 52 week low of $20.23 and a 52 week high of $39.78. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $36.. The company has a market cap of $1.054 billion and a P/E ratio of 17.55.</p>
<p>Global Partners LP (NYSE: GLP) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 9th. The company reported $0.51 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.45 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $5.59 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.23 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted ($0.06) earnings per share. Global Partners LP&#8217;s revenue was up 40.6% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  Global Partners LP will post $2.76 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Global Partners LP (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GLP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GLP</a>) is a master limited partnership engaged in the wholesale and commercial distribution of refined petroleum products and, natural gas and provides ancillary services to companies.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191773" /></p>
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		<title>SABMiller Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Liberum Capital (SAB)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[SABMiller (LON: SAB)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Liberum Capital in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 2,700 ($42.40) target price on the stock. Liberum Capital&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential downside of 17.56% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/banco-de-sabadell-sa-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/banco-de-sabadell-sa-logo.jpg" alt="SABMiller logo" title="SABMiller logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>SABMiller (LON: SAB)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Liberum Capital in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 2,700 ($42.40) target price on the stock. Liberum Capital&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential downside of 17.56% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of SABMiller (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SAB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SAB</a>) traded up 0.99% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 3275.00. SABMiller has a one year low of GBX 2447.50 and a one year high of GBX 3683.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2739.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;52.138 billion.</p>
<p>SAB has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Morgan Stanley raised their price target on shares of SABMiller from GBX 3,300 ($51.82) to GBX 3,435 ($53.94) in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Shore Capital Stockbrokers  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of SABMiller in a research note to investors on Tuesday. Finally, analysts at Citigroup  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of SABMiller in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 4,000 ($62.81) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, sixteen have issued  a hold rating and twelve have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 3,535.47 ($55.52).</p>
<p>SABMiller plc is a holding company which has brewing and beverage interests across six continents. The Company is engaged in manufacture, distribution and sale of beverages.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191419" /></p>
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		<title>BlackBerry Rating Lowered to Underperform at Sanford C. Bernstein (BBRY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:12:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BlackBerry (NASDAQ: BBRY) was downgraded by equities research analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $10.00 price objective on the stock, down from their previous price objective of $14.36. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s target [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackberry-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackberry-logo.jpg" alt="BlackBerry logo" title="BlackBerry logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>BlackBerry (NASDAQ: BBRY)</span> was downgraded by equities research analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $10.00 price objective on the stock, down from their previous price objective of $14.36. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential downside of 29.48% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;disappoint investor expectations&#8221; during the second half of this year.ENDOFPARAGRAPHThe report pointed at initial enthusiasm for BB10 which appears to be waning and consumer take-up of BB10 was &#8220;weak&#8221; at best. ENDOFPARAGRAPHFerragu also saw increased risk of &#8220;slow and only partial&#8221;</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on BBRY. Analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of BlackBerry in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $8.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Wells Fargo  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of BlackBerry in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Finally, analysts at Societe Generale upgraded shares of BlackBerry from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $15.27 price target on the stock, up previously from $14.42.</p>
<p>Seventeen research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eighteen have assigned  a hold rating, nine have issued  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. BlackBerry currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $12.57.</p>
<p>BlackBerry (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/BBRY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: BBRY</a>) traded down 4.44% on Wednesday, hitting $14.181. BlackBerry has a 52-week low of $6.22 and a 52-week high of $18.32. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $14.44. The company&#8217;s market cap is $7.305 billion.</p>
<p>BlackBerry (NASDAQ: BBRY) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, March 28th. The company reported $0.22 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of ($0.30) by $0.52. The company had revenue of $2.70 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.84 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.80 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 35.9% on a year-over-year basis.</p>
<p>Research In Motion Limited is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191559" /></p>
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		<title>Novo Nordisk Downgraded by BNP Paribas to &#8220;Underperform&#8221; (NVO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:01:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) was downgraded by investment analysts at BNP Paribas from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Shares of Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) traded down 1.92% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $158.76. Novo Nordisk has a one year low of $135.77 [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/novo-nordisk-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/novo-nordisk-logo.jpg" alt="Novo Nordisk logo" title="Novo Nordisk logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO)</span> was downgraded by investment analysts at BNP Paribas from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Shares of Novo Nordisk (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/NVO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: NVO</a>) traded down 1.92% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $158.76. Novo Nordisk has a one year low of $135.77 and a one year high of $194.44. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $168.2. The company has a market cap of $85.984 billion and a P/E ratio of 22.45.</p>
<p>Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $10.98 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $10.67 by $0.31. The company had revenue of $19.98 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.73 billion. Novo Nordisk&#8217;s revenue was up 12.6% compared to the same quarter last year.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Novo Nordisk in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Deutsche Bank upgraded shares of Novo Nordisk from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. Finally, analysts at Natixis upgraded shares of Novo Nordisk from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th.</p>
<p>Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating, five have issued  a buy rating and one  has given a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $181.00.</p>
<p>Novo Nordisk A/S is a Denmark-based health care company. It also focuses within areas, such as haemostasis management, growth hormone therapy and hormone replacement therapy.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191550" /></p>
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		<title>Pennon Group Stock Rating Lowered by RBC Capital (PNN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pennon Group (LON: PNN) was downgraded by research analysts at RBC Capital to a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a GBX 650 ($10.21) target price on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 0.15% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of Pennon [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pennon-group-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pennon-group-logo.gif" alt="Pennon Group logo" title="Pennon Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Pennon Group (LON: PNN)</span> was downgraded by research analysts at RBC Capital to a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 650 ($10.21) target price on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 0.15% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Pennon Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/PNN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: PNN</a>) traded down 0.76% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 649.00. Pennon Group has a one year low of GBX 589.00 and a one year high of GBX 797.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 735.4. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.369 billion.</p>
<p>PNN has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Goldman Sachs raised their price target on shares of Pennon Group from GBX 718 ($11.28) to GBX 723 ($11.35) in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Societe Generale  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Pennon Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a GBX 695 ($10.91) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 682 ($10.71). Finally, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on shares of Pennon Group in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a GBX 740 ($11.62) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, twelve have given a hold rating and two have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Pennon Group presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 701.41 ($11.01).</p>
<p>Pennon Group Plc and its subsidiaries are engaged in the provision of water and sewerage services, waste management, recycling and renewable energy.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191522" /></p>
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		<title>Coal of Africa Limited Upgraded to &#8220;Buy&#8221; at Investec (CZA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:01:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Coal of Africa Limited (LON: CZA) was upgraded by stock analysts at Investec from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. The firm currently has a GBX 20 ($0.31) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 15 ($0.24). Investec&#8217;s price target [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/upgrade-image.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/upgrade-image.jpg" alt="Coal of Africa Limited logo" title="Coal of Africa Limited" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Coal of Africa Limited (LON: CZA)</span> was upgraded by stock analysts at Investec from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm currently has a GBX 20 ($0.31) price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of GBX 15 ($0.24). Investec&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 66.67% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Coal of Africa Limited in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 45 ($0.71) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Coal of Africa Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/CZA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: CZA</a>) traded up 10.71% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 11.625. Coal of Africa Limited has a 1-year low of GBX 10.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 44.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 16.83. </p>
<p>Coal of Africa Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/CZA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: CZA</a>) is engaged in the acquisition, exploration and development of thermal and metallurgical coal projects in South Africa.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191494" /></p>
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		<title>EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Societe Generale (EDPFY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:01:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A (PINK: EDPFY)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Societe Generale in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a &#8364;2.36 ($3.15) target price on the stock. EDPFY has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/edp-energias-de-portugal-sa-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/edp-energias-de-portugal-sa-logo.jpg" alt="EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A logo" title="EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A (PINK: EDPFY)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Societe Generale in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;2.36 ($3.15) target price on the stock.</p>
<p>EDPFY has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. Finally, analysts at BPI  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a &euro;2.40 ($3.20) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and three have assigned  a hold rating to the company. EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $2.37.</p>
<p>EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/PINK/EDPFY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>PINK: EDPFY</a>) traded down 1.10% on Wednesday, hitting $34.10. EDP-Energias de Portugal, S.A has a 1-year low of $20.15 and a 1-year high of $33.43. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $31.39. The company has a market cap of $12.364 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.55.</p>
<p>Edp Energias De Portugal SA is a Portugal-based company engaged in the electric utilities and gas sector.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191685" /></p>
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		<title>Macquarie Reiterates &#8220;Underperform&#8221; Rating for AT&amp;T (T)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:01:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[AT&#038;T (NYSE: T)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Macquarie in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $36.00 price target on the stock. Macquarie&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 2.13% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. AT&#038;T (NYSE: T) traded down 2.54% on Wednesday, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/139387-attlogo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/139387-attlogo.jpg" alt="AT&#038;T logo" title="AT&#038;T logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>AT&#038;T (NYSE: T)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Macquarie in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $36.00 price target on the stock. Macquarie&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 2.13% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>AT&#038;T (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/T/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: T</a>) traded down 2.54% on Wednesday, hitting $35.25. AT&#038;T has a 1-year low of $32.71 and a 1-year high of $39.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $36.48. The company has a market cap of $189.6 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 27.97.</p>
<p>AT&#038;T (NYSE: T) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April 23rd. The company reported $0.64 EPS for the quarter, meeting the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.64. The company had revenue of $31.36 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $31.74 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.60 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 1.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  AT&#038;T will post $2.50 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Argus upgraded shares of AT&#038;T from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. They now have a $42.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $35.96. They noted that the move was a valuation call. Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets initiated coverage on shares of AT&#038;T in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They set a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating and a $34.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of AT&#038;T in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th.</p>
<p>Two research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, twenty have assigned  a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. AT&#038;T currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $36.78.</p>
<p>AT&#038;T Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/T/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: T</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191675" /></p>
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		<title>Charles Schwab Corp Receives &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating from BMO Capital Markets (SCHW)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:49:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Charles Schwab Corp (NYSE: SCHW)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $22.00 price objective on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 7.47% from [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks4.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks4.jpg" alt="Charles Schwab Corp logo" title="Charles Schwab Corp" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Charles Schwab Corp (NYSE: SCHW)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $22.00 price objective on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 7.47% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Charles Schwab Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SCHW/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SCHW</a>) traded down 0.34% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $20.47. Charles Schwab Corp has a 52 week low of $11.95 and a 52 week high of $20.84. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $19.02. The company has a market cap of $26.201 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.77.</p>
<p>The Charles Schwab Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SCHW/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SCHW</a>) is a savings and loan holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191719" /></p>
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		<title>Darden Restaurants Receives &#8220;Hold&#8221; Rating from Deutsche Bank (DRI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:49:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Darden Restaurants (NYSE: DRI)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Deutsche Bank in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a $54.00 price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of $45.00. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective would suggest a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darden-restaurants-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darden-restaurants-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Darden Restaurants logo" title="Darden Restaurants logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Darden Restaurants (NYSE: DRI)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Deutsche Bank in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a $54.00 price objective on the stock, up from their previous price objective of $45.00. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 2.58% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;DRI is intriguing here given the potential win-win set up, meaning 1) either mgmt.&#8217;s initiatives begin to gain traction (helped by easy compares for next 4 qtrs.) and earnings move higher or 2) pressure builds for more significant change at the co. In either case, risk-reward seems skewed to the upside, esp. considering yld. support. However, given the dramatic increase in industry valuations YTD (incl. DRI), we&#8217;d prefer to wait for better entry pt. Hold.&#8221;</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Oppenheimer raised their price target on shares of Darden Restaurants from $54.00 to $58.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott raised their price target on shares of Darden Restaurants from $51.00 to $58.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Darden Restaurants in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd.</p>
<p>Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, sixteen have given a hold rating and twelve have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $52.25.</p>
<p>Shares of Darden Restaurants (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DRI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DRI</a>) traded down 0.96% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $52.62. Darden Restaurants has a one year low of $44.11 and a one year high of $57.93. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $53.08. The company has a market cap of $6.831 billion and a P/E ratio of 16.20.</p>
<p>Darden Restaurants (NYSE: DRI) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Friday, March 22nd. The company reported $1.02 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.01 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $2.26 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.26 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.25 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 4.6% on a year-over-year basis. Darden Restaurants has set its FY13 guidance at 3.06-3.22 EPS. Analysts expect that Darden Restaurants will post $3.16 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Darden Restaurants, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DRI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DRI</a>) is a company owned and full-service restaurant company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191712" /></p>
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		<title>adidas AG Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at DZ Bank AG (ADS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:49:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[adidas AG (FRA: ADS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at DZ Bank AG in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a &#8364;91.00 ($121.33) target price on the stock. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adidas-ag-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adidas-ag-logo.png" alt="adidas AG logo" title="adidas AG logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>adidas AG (FRA: ADS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at DZ Bank AG in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;91.00 ($121.33) target price on the stock.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of adidas AG in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &euro;81.00 ($108.00) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of adidas AG in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a &euro;85.00 ($113.33) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, three have assigned  a hold rating and thirteen have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of &euro;87.11 ($116.15).</p>
<p>adidas AG (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/FRA/ADS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>FRA: ADS</a>) traded down 0.46% on Wednesday, hitting &#8364;82.642. adidas AG has a 1-year low of &#8364;54.951 and a 1-year high of &#8364;88.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently &#8364;0.. </p>
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		<title>Liberum Capital Reiterates &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating for BT Group (BT.A)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:49:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BT Group (LON: BT.A)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 345 ($5.42) price objective on the stock. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Berenberg [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bt-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bt-group-logo.png" alt="BT Group logo" title="BT Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>BT Group (LON: BT.A)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Liberum Capital in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 345 ($5.42) price objective on the stock.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Berenberg Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have assigned  a hold rating and twelve have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 300.30 ($4.72).</p>
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<p>BT Group plc is a communications services company. The Company is engaged in providing and managing data and voice networks and providing a range of services over these networks.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191605" /></p>
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		<title>Morgan Stanley Reiterates &#8220;Equal Weight&#8221; Rating for MoneyGram International (MGI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:49:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MoneyGram International (NYSE: MGI)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Morgan Stanley in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on MGI. Analysts at Sidoti downgraded shares of MoneyGram International from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/moneygram-international-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/moneygram-international-inc-logo.jpg" alt="MoneyGram International logo" title="MoneyGram International logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>MoneyGram International (NYSE: MGI)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Morgan Stanley in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on MGI. Analysts at Sidoti downgraded shares of MoneyGram International from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of MoneyGram International from $18.00 to $20.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 3rd. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Compass Point raised their price target on shares of MoneyGram International from $16.00 to $18.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating and four have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $19.07.</p>
<p>MoneyGram International (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MGI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MGI</a>) traded down 0.34% on Wednesday, hitting $20.63. MoneyGram International has a 52-week low of $11.00 and a 52-week high of $18.36. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $17.1. The company&#8217;s market cap is $1.195 billion.</p>
<p>MoneyGram International (NYSE: MGI) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $0.27 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $340.50 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $343.08 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.22 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 7.0% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that MoneyGram International will post $1.26 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>MoneyGram International, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MGI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MGI</a>) is a global payment services company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191585" /></p>
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		<title>JP Morgan Cazenove Reiterates &#8220;Overweight&#8221; Rating for Rolls-Royce Group plc (RYCEY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce Group plc (NASDAQ: RYCEY)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on RYCEY. Analysts at Bank of America reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Rolls-Royce Group plc in [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rolls-royce-group-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rolls-royce-group-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Rolls-Royce Group plc logo" title="Rolls-Royce Group plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Rolls-Royce Group plc (NASDAQ: RYCEY)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at JP Morgan Cazenove in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on RYCEY. Analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Rolls-Royce Group plc in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $1,370.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Investec upgraded shares of Rolls-Royce Group plc to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $1,350.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $1,125.00. Finally, analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research downgraded shares of Rolls-Royce Group plc to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $950.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have issued  a hold rating and eleven have given a buy rating to the stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $1,145.00.</p>
<p>Rolls-Royce Group plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/RYCEY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: RYCEY</a>) traded down 1.44% on Wednesday, hitting $92.00. Rolls-Royce Group plc has a 52-week low of $60.45 and a 52-week high of $88.89. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $83.70. The company has a market cap of $34.448 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.55.</p>
<p>Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, formerly Rolls-Royce Group plc is a provider of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191865" /></p>
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		<title>Iberdrola SA Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Societe Generale (IBE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:37:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Iberdrola SA (MCE: IBE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Societe Generale in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a &#8364;4.50 ($6.00) price target on the stock. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at BNP Paribas reiterated an [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/iberdrola-sa-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/iberdrola-sa-logo.jpg" alt="Iberdrola SA logo" title="Iberdrola SA logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Iberdrola SA (MCE: IBE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Societe Generale in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;4.50 ($6.00) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of Iberdrola SA in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &euro;3.80 ($5.07) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Bankia Bolsa  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Iberdrola SA in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They now have a &euro;4.75 ($6.33) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have given a hold rating and eight have given a buy rating to the stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of &euro;4.33 ($5.78).</p>
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<p>Iberdrola SA is a Spain-based company principally engaged in the energy sector. Its main activities include the provision of services related to the production, transmission and distribution of electric power and its by-products, computer and telecommunications services, services related to the treatment and distribution of water, as well as urban and gas retailing services, among others.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191662" /></p>
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		<title>Boeing Receives &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating from Deutsche Bank (BA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:37:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Boeing (NYSE: BA)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Deutsche Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $120.00 target price on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 17.36% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. A number of other [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/boeing-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/boeing-logo.jpg" alt="Boeing logo" title="Boeing logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Boeing (NYSE: BA)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Deutsche Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $120.00 target price on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 17.36% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on BA. Analysts at Morgan Stanley initiated coverage on shares of Boeing in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They set an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating and a $120.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of Boeing from $105.00 to $133.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at JPMorgan Chase  set a $133.00 price target on shares of Boeing in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and seventeen have given a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $110.88.</p>
<p>Shares of Boeing (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/BA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: BA</a>) traded down 1.76% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $102.25. Boeing has a one year low of $69.03 and a one year high of $104.15. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $98.4. The company has a market cap of $77.575 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.54.</p>
<p>Boeing (NYSE: BA) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $1.73 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.50 by $0.23. The company had revenue of $18.90 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $19.20 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $1.11 earnings per share. Boeing&#8217;s revenue was down 2.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Boeing has set its FY13 guidance at $6.10-6.30 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Boeing will post $6.47 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The Boeing Company (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/BA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: BA</a>) is an aerospace company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191733" /></p>
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		<title>Sanford C. Bernstein Reiterates &#8220;Market Perform&#8221; Rating for BP plc (BP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:37:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[BP plc (LON: BP)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Sanford C. Bernstein in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 490 ($7.69) price objective on the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 7.69% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bp-plc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bp-plc-logo.png" alt="BP plc logo" title="BP plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>BP plc (LON: BP)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Sanford C. Bernstein in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 490 ($7.69) price objective on the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 7.69% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>BP plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/BP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: BP</a>) traded down 1.17% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 455.00. BP plc has a 52-week low of GBX 400.30 and a 52-week high of GBX 485.432. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 440.2. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;87.149 billion.</p>
<p>BP has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of BP plc in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of BP plc in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 442 ($6.94) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Societe Generale  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of BP plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a GBX 500 ($7.85) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, thirteen have assigned  a hold rating and nine have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 515.93 ($8.10).</p>
<p>BP p.l.c. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/BP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: BP</a>) is an integrated oil and gas company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191512" /></p>
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		<title>Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Liberum Capital (ULE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc (LON: ULE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Liberum Capital in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc (LON: ULE) traded down 1.18% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1670.0001. Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc has a 52-week low of GBX 1420.00 and a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ultra-electronics-holdings-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ultra-electronics-holdings-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc logo" title="Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc (LON: ULE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Liberum Capital in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports.</p>
<p>Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ULE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ULE</a>) traded down 1.18% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1670.0001. Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc has a 52-week low of GBX 1420.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 1850.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1574.43. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;1.155 billion.</p>
<p>ULE has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Bank of America  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 1,700 ($26.70) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG upgraded shares of Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a GBX 1,750 ($27.48) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 1,300 ($20.41).</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have assigned  a hold rating and two have issued  a buy rating to the company. Ultra Electronics Holdings Plc presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 1,706.90 ($26.80).</p>
<p>Provides aerospace and defence electronics services. The Company designs and manufactures technically advanced products for civil and military applications.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191428" /></p>
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		<title>Ann Taylor Upgraded to Outperform at Oppenheimer (ANN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:25:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ann Taylor (NYSE: ANN) was upgraded by stock analysts at Oppenheimer from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. ANN has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Piper Jaffray reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Ann Taylor in [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ann_taylor_logo1_jpg_280x280_crop_q95.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ann_taylor_logo1_jpg_280x280_crop_q95.jpg" alt="Ann Taylor logo" title="Ann Taylor logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Ann Taylor (NYSE: ANN)</span> was upgraded by stock analysts at Oppenheimer from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>ANN has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Piper Jaffray  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Ann Taylor in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $38.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $36.00. Separately, analysts at Telsey Advisory Group raised their price target on shares of Ann Taylor to $38.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. Finally, analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott raised their price target on shares of Ann Taylor from $31.00 to $33.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued  a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $37.25.</p>
<p>Ann Taylor (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ANN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ANN</a>) traded down 0.87% on Wednesday, hitting $32.01. Ann Taylor has a 52-week low of $23.93 and a 52-week high of $32.38. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $30.84. The company has a market cap of $1.479 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.45.</p>
<p>Ann Taylor (NYSE: ANN) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, June 6th. The company reported $0.44 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.42 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $574.50 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $581.99 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.58 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 2.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Ann Taylor will post $2.16 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>ANN INC., through its wholly owned subsidiaries, is a specialty retailer of women’s apparel, shoes and accessories sold primarily under the Ann Taylor and LOFT brands.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191878" /></p>
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		<title>Siemens Rating Increased to Buy at Nomura (SI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:25:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Siemens (NYSE: SI) was upgraded by stock analysts at Nomura from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Zacks reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Siemens in a research note to investors on Wednesday, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/siemens-adr-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/siemens-adr-logo.jpg" alt="Siemens logo" title="Siemens logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Siemens (NYSE: SI)</span> was upgraded by stock analysts at Nomura from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Siemens in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 8th. They now have a $111.00 price target on the stock. Analysts at BNP Paribas upgraded shares of Siemens from an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 10th.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and three have issued  a buy rating to the company. Siemens  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $117.90.</p>
<p>Shares of Siemens (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SI</a>) traded down 1.91% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $105.24. Siemens has a one year low of $77.88 and a one year high of $113.16. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $105.7. The company has a market cap of $88.750 billion and a P/E ratio of 16.39.</p>
<p>Siemens AG is engaged in electronics and electrical engineering. The Company is an integrated technology company with activities in the fields of industry, energy and healthcare.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191797" /></p>
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		<title>Salix Pharmaceuticals PT Raised to $85.00 (SLXP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:25:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at Mizuho lifted their price objective on shares of Salix Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: SLXP) from $66.00 to $85.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Mizuho&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 27.93% from the company&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/salix-pharmaceuticals-ltd-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/salix-pharmaceuticals-ltd-logo.jpg" alt="Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. logo" title="Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at Mizuho lifted their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Salix Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: SLXP)</span> from $66.00 to $85.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Mizuho&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 27.93% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Buckingham Research upgraded shares of Salix Pharmaceuticals from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $90.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $53.00. Separately, analysts at Brean Murray raised their price target on shares of Salix Pharmaceuticals from $57.00 to $69.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Salix Pharmaceuticals in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $70.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eight have issued  a buy rating to the stock. Salix Pharmaceuticals  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $67.09.</p>
<p>Salix Pharmaceuticals (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/SLXP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: SLXP</a>) traded down 0.61% on Wednesday, hitting $66.42. Salix Pharmaceuticals has a 1-year low of $37.52 and a 1-year high of $55.99. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $49.73. The company has a market cap of $4.072 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 54.96.</p>
<p>Salix Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: SLXP) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, May 9th. The company reported $0.63 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.67 by $0.04. The company had revenue of $202.60 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $205.94 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.67 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 18.4% on a year-over-year basis. Salix Pharmaceuticals has set its FY13 guidance at $3.37 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Salix Pharmaceuticals will post $3.43 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. is a specialty pharmaceutical company engaged in acquiring, developing and commercializing prescription drugs and medical devices used in the treatment of a variety of gastrointestinal diseases, which are those affecting the digestive tract.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191542" /></p>
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		<title>SQS Software Quality Systems AG Receives &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating from Westhouse Securities (SQS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[SQS Software Quality Systems AG (LON: SQS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Westhouse Securities in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 400 ($6.28) price target on the stock. Westhouse Securities&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 25.00% from [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/sqs-software-quality-systems-ag-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/sqs-software-quality-systems-ag-logo.jpg" alt="SQS Software Quality Systems AG logo" title="SQS Software Quality Systems AG logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>SQS Software Quality Systems AG (LON: SQS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Westhouse Securities in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 400 ($6.28) price target on the stock. Westhouse Securities&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 25.00% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>SQS Software Quality Systems AG (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SQS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SQS</a>) traded up 2.64% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 330.00. SQS Software Quality Systems AG has a 52-week low of GBX 207.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 338.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 226.6. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of SQS Software Quality Systems AG in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 336 ($5.28) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Sanlam Securities  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of SQS Software Quality Systems AG in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have a GBX 360 ($5.65) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>SQS Software Quality Systems AG (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/SQS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: SQS</a>) is a provider of software testing and quality management services.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191445" /></p>
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		<title>Ameriprise Financial Rating Reiterated by UBS AG (AMP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:25:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at UBS AG in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $89.00 price target on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 9.16% from the company&#8217;s current [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ameriprise-financial-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ameriprise-financial-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Ameriprise Financial logo" title="Ameriprise Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at UBS AG in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $89.00 price target on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 9.16% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on AMP. Analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial from $83.00 to $93.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at Ameriprise Financial  set a $93.00 price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial from $75.00 to $82.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the stock. Ameriprise Financial currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $84.56.</p>
<p>Ameriprise Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AMP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AMP</a>) traded down 2.23% on Wednesday, hitting $81.53. Ameriprise Financial has a 1-year low of $47.84 and a 1-year high of $84.29. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $80.15. The company has a market cap of $16.431 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.24.</p>
<p>Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, April 22nd. The company reported $1.59 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.56 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $2.69 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.72 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.45 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 5.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Ameriprise Financial will post $6.60 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AMP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AMP</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191891" /></p>
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		<title>Genuine Parts Company Lowered to &#8220;Neutral&#8221; at Zacks (GPC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:13:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) was downgraded by Zacks from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a $84.00 price target on the stock. Zacks&#8216; target price indicates a potential upside of 6.99% from the company&#8217;s current price. Zacks&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;Genuine Parts [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/genuine-parts-company-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/genuine-parts-company-logo.jpg" alt="Genuine Parts Company logo" title="Genuine Parts Company logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC)</span> was downgraded by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a $84.00 price target on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; target price indicates a potential upside of 6.99% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p><a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;Genuine Parts has undertaken various initiatives to boost sales and earnings, such as product line expansion, penetration into new markets and acquisitions. In the first quarter of 2013, the company posted flat earnings per share of $0.93, missing the <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> Consensus Estimate by $0.06. Revenues grew marginally by 0.6% to $3.2 billion, which was lower than the <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> Consensus Estimate of $3.3 billion. Nevertheless, the company expects to report strong sales and earnings for the remainder of the year and is optimistic about its recent acquisition of Exego Group. Therefore, we have downgraded our recommendation to Neutral from Outperform and set a target price of $84.00. &#8220;</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Ned Davis Research upgraded shares of Genuine Parts Company from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Bank of America upgraded shares of Genuine Parts Company from an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $82.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $75.00. Finally, analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Genuine Parts Company in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a $76.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have given a hold rating and three have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $76.90.</p>
<p>Genuine Parts Company (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GPC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GPC</a>) traded down 1.42% on Wednesday, hitting $78.51. Genuine Parts Company has a 1-year low of $55.58 and a 1-year high of $84.27. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $78.62. The company has a market cap of $12.166 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.23.</p>
<p>Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) last released its earnings data on Friday, April 19th. The company reported $0.93 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.98 by $0.05. The company had revenue of $3.20 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.29 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.93 earnings per share. Genuine Parts Company&#8217;s revenue was up .6% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Genuine Parts Company will post $4.51 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Genuine Parts Company is a service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive replacement parts, industrial replacement parts, office products and electrical/electronic materials.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191774" /></p>
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		<title>Element Financial PT Raised to C$12.50 at GMP Securities (EFN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:13:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at GMP Securities raised their price target on shares of Element Financial (TSE: EFN) from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. GMP Securities&#8217; price objective points to a potential upside of 14.57% from the company&#8217;s current price. A [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg" alt="Element Financial logo" title="Element Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at GMP Securities raised their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Element Financial (TSE: EFN)</span> from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. GMP Securities&#8217; price objective points to a potential upside of 14.57% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on EFN. Analysts at Cormark upgraded shares of Element Financial from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;top pick&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at Scotiabank raised their price target on shares of Element Financial from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Scotiabank  reiterated a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Element Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 15th. They now have a C$10.50 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Five research analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating and two have assigned  a strong buy rating to the company. Element Financial presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of C$12.00.</p>
<p>Element Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/EFN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: EFN</a>) traded up 2.29% on Wednesday, hitting $11.16. Element Financial has a 1-year low of $4.98 and a 1-year high of $11.34. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $8.80. </p>
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		<title>Dell Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Topeka Capital Markets (NASDAQ:DELL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:13:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dell (NASDAQ: Nasdaq:DELL)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Topeka Capital Markets in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a $15.00 price target on the stock. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/dell-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/dell-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Dell Inc. logo" title="Dell Inc. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Dell (NASDAQ: Nasdaq:DELL)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Topeka Capital Markets in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $15.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of Dell in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a $15.00 price target on the stock. Analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Dell in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 2nd. They now have a $13.65 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Five analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and one  has issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $14.26.</p>
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<p>Dell, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/Nasdaq:DELL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: Nasdaq:DELL</a>) is a global information technology company that offers its customers a range of solutions and services delivered directly by Dell and through other distribution channels.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191650" /></p>
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		<title>TalkTalk Telecom Group Receives &#8220;Sell&#8221; Rating from Berenberg Bank (TALK)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:13:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[TalkTalk Telecom Group (LON: TALK)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating restated by research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a report released on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a GBX 160 ($2.51) target price on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential downside of 32.69% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/talktalk-telecom-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/talktalk-telecom-group-logo.png" alt="TalkTalk Telecom Group logo" title="TalkTalk Telecom Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>TalkTalk Telecom Group (LON: TALK)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating restated by research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 160 ($2.51) target price on the stock. Berenberg Bank&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential downside of 32.69% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on TALK. Analysts at Morgan Stanley upgraded shares of TalkTalk Telecom Group from an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating to an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 280 ($4.40) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 240 ($3.77). Separately, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of TalkTalk Telecom Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 153 ($2.40) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of TalkTalk Telecom Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 300 ($4.71) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating and six have given a buy rating to the stock. TalkTalk Telecom Group presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 232.89 ($3.66).</p>
<p>TalkTalk Telecom Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/TALK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: TALK</a>) traded up 1.15% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 237.70. TalkTalk Telecom Group has a 1-year low of GBX 168.20 and a 1-year high of GBX 277.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 186.5. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.125 billion.</p>
<p>TalkTalk Telecom Group PLC is engaged in fixed line voice and broadband telecommunications businesses in the United Kingdom.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191424" /></p>
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		<title>Zacks Reiterates &#8220;Neutral&#8221; Rating for The Cooper Companies (COO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:01:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Cooper Companies (NYSE: COO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by Zacks in a report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $128.00 target price on the stock. Zacks&#8216; price target would suggest a potential upside of 6.00% from the company&#8217;s current price. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/g74637g93n01.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/g74637g93n01.jpg" alt="The Cooper Companies logo" title="The Cooper Companies logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>The Cooper Companies (NYSE: COO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $128.00 target price on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; price target would suggest a potential upside of 6.00% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Jefferies Group raised their price target on shares of The Cooper Companies from $100.00 to $120.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of The Cooper Companies in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $130.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $120.00. Finally, analysts at Citigroup raised their EPS on shares of The Cooper Companies in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $115.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $121.00.</p>
<p>Shares of The Cooper Companies (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/COO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: COO</a>) traded down 0.77% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $120.75. The Cooper Companies has a one year low of $71.40 and a one year high of $124.08. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $114.3. The company has a market cap of $5.875 billion and a P/E ratio of 20.88.</p>
<p>The Cooper Companies (NYSE: COO) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, June 6th. The company reported $1.50 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.38 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $384.04 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $389.14 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.12 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 11.4% on a year-over-year basis. The Cooper Companies has set its FY13 guidance at $6.15-6.25 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  The Cooper Companies will post $6.21 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The Cooper Companies, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/COO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: COO</a>) is a global medical products company that serves the specialty healthcare market through its two business units, CooperVision, Inc.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191770" /></p>
<p>To view Zacks&#8217; full report, visit <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>www.zacks.com</a></p>
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		<title>TESARO Stock Rating Lowered by BMO Capital Markets (TSRO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:01:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[TESARO (NASDAQ: TSRO) was downgraded by equities research analysts at BMO Capital Markets from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $36.00 target price on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 4.44% [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/tesaro-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/tesaro-logo.png" alt="TESARO logo" title="TESARO logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>TESARO (NASDAQ: TSRO)</span> was downgraded by equities research analysts at BMO Capital Markets from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $36.00 target price on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 4.44% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;We are lowering our rating on TSRO to Market Perform from Outperform but maintaining our $36 price target. With positive rolapitant data reflected in current valuation we see limited upside potential in the near term on confirmation of phase 2 results and greater downside risk in the event of trial disappointment or on results that don&#8217;t match those of netupitant. While we are encouraged by progress with niraparib, expert feedback suggests that the PARP inhibitor field is getting crowded and there is no clear differentiation between niraparib, olaparib, rucaparib, and BM-673, although olaparib has most robust data and a head-start in Europe, while niraparib has a six-month lead in the US. With peak sales estimates of $336 mn for rolapitant and $834 mn for niraparib reflected in our current valuation it is difficult to envision a basis for upward revision over the next 12 months, notwithstanding strong execution, and would look for a better entry point ahead of CINV data.&#8221;</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on TSRO. Analysts at Leerink Swann initiated coverage on shares of TESARO in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They set an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating and a $53.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of TESARO in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a $80.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $45.00. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank raised their price target on shares of TESARO from $27.00 to $45.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. TESARO  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $43.40.</p>
<p>Shares of TESARO (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TSRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TSRO</a>) traded down 4.36% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $34.42. TESARO has a one year low of $11.05 and a one year high of $25.17. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $23.52. The company&#8217;s market cap is $1.111 billion.</p>
<p>TESARO (NASDAQ: TSRO) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported ($0.66) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of ($0.62) by $0.04.  On average, analysts predict that  TESARO will post $-2.67 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>TESARO, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TSRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TSRO</a>) is a development-stage, oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company for cancer patients.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191561" /></p>
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		<title>Corenergy Infrastructure Trust&#8217;s Outperform Rating Reaffirmed at Wells Fargo (CORR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:01:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Corenergy Infrastructure Trust (NASDAQ: CORR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Wells Fargo in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at RBC Capital initiated coverage on shares of Corenergy Infrastructure Trust in a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/corenergy-infrastructure-trust-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/corenergy-infrastructure-trust-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Corenergy Infrastructure Trust Inc logo" title="Corenergy Infrastructure Trust Inc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Corenergy Infrastructure Trust (NASDAQ: CORR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Wells Fargo in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at RBC Capital initiated coverage on shares of Corenergy Infrastructure Trust in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They set a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating and a $8.00 price target on the stock. Analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Corenergy Infrastructure Trust from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have issued  a buy rating to the company. Corenergy Infrastructure Trust presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $7.33.</p>
<p>Shares of Corenergy Infrastructure Trust (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CORR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CORR</a>) traded up 1.52% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $7.36. Corenergy Infrastructure Trust has a one year low of $5.60 and a one year high of $9.40. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $7.69. </p>
<p>Corenergy Infrastructure Trust (NASDAQ: CORR) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Friday, May 10th. The company reported $0.10 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.11 by $0.01.  Analysts expect that Corenergy Infrastructure Trust will post $0.24 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Friday, July 5th. Investors of record on Friday, June 28th will be given a dividend of $0.13 per share. This represents a $0.50 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 6.79%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 26th. </p>
<p>CorEnergy Infrastructure Trust, Inc., formerly Tortoise Capital Resources Corporation, is an energy infrastructure asset financing company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191582" /></p>
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		<title>Tetra Tech Stock Rating Lowered by Brean Murray (TTEK)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:01:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tetra Tech (NASDAQ: TTEK) was downgraded by stock analysts at Brean Murray from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $34.00 target price on the stock. Brean Murray&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 47.31% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/tetra-tech-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/tetra-tech-logo.jpg" alt="Tetra Tech logo" title="Tetra Tech logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Tetra Tech (NASDAQ: TTEK)</span> was downgraded by stock analysts at Brean Murray from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $34.00 target price on the stock. Brean Murray&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 47.31% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Tetra Tech (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TTEK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TTEK</a>) traded down 13.62% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $23.09. Tetra Tech has a 52 week low of $23.79 and a 52 week high of $31.49. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $27.27. The company has a market cap of $1.499 billion and a P/E ratio of 15.74.</p>
<p>Tetra Tech (NASDAQ: TTEK) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $0.38 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.40 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $520.90 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $532.39 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.35 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 9.2% on a year-over-year basis. Tetra Tech has set its Q3 guidance at $0.32-0.42 EPS. Analysts expect that Tetra Tech will post $1.66 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>TTEK has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Oppenheimer raised their price target on shares of Tetra Tech from $32.00 to $34.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at FBR Capital Markets cut their price target on shares of Tetra Tech from $32.00 to $29.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Stifel Nicolaus cut their price target on shares of Tetra Tech from $34.00 to $31.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 9th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Tetra Tech  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $30.43.</p>
<p>Tetra Tech, Inc. is a provider of consulting, engineering, program management, construction management and technical services focusing on natural resource management, infrastructure, energy and the environment.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191535" /></p>
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		<title>BT Group Rating Reiterated by Berenberg Bank (BT.A)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:01:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[BT Group (LON: BT.A)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock. A number of other firms have also recently commented on BT.A. Analysts at [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bt-group-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bt-group-logo.png" alt="BT Group logo" title="BT Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>BT Group (LON: BT.A)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock.</p>
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<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on BT.A. Analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. Finally, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of BT Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 277 ($4.35) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have issued  a hold rating and twelve have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 300.30 ($4.72).</p>
<p>BT Group plc is a communications services company. The Company is engaged in providing and managing data and voice networks and providing a range of services over these networks.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191476" /></p>
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		<title>Man Group Rating Reiterated by HSBC (EMG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:49:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Man Group (LON: EMG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at HSBC in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 71 ($1.11) target price on the stock. HSBC&#8217;s price target indicates a potential downside of 18.76% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Man Group (LON: EMG) [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/man-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/man-group-logo.jpg" alt="Man Group logo" title="Man Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Man Group (LON: EMG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at HSBC in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 71 ($1.11) target price on the stock. HSBC&#8217;s price target indicates a potential downside of 18.76% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Man Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/EMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: EMG</a>) traded down 2.40% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 87.40. Man Group has a 52-week low of GBX 70.60 and a 52-week high of GBX 136.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 82.79. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on EMG. Analysts at Bank of America cut their price target on shares of Man Group from GBX 170 ($2.67) to GBX 130 ($2.04) in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at UBS AG downgraded shares of Man Group to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 110 ($1.73) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 130 ($2.04). Finally, analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated a &#8220;sector performer&#8221; rating on shares of Man Group in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a GBX 120 ($1.88) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Man Group currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 102.79 ($1.61).</p>
<p>Man Group plc is the holding company for the Man group of companies and affiliated entities (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/EMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: EMG</a>).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191520" /></p>
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		<title>Lululemon&#8217;s Market Perform Rating Reaffirmed at Oppenheimer (LULU)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:49:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Oppenheimer in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Buckingham Research raised their price target on shares of Lululemon from $51.00 to $62.00 in a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lululemon-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/lululemon-logo.jpg" alt="Lululemon logo" title="Lululemon logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Oppenheimer in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Buckingham Research raised their price target on shares of Lululemon from $51.00 to $62.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets cut their price target on shares of Lululemon from $75.00 to $65.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Lululemon in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a $73.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $75.00.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, ten have given a hold rating, nine have given a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $76.13.</p>
<p>Lululemon (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LULU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LULU</a>) traded down 0.81% on Wednesday, hitting $64.89. Lululemon has a 1-year low of $52.20 and a 1-year high of $81.09. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $67.05. The company has a market cap of $9.380 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 35.36.</p>
<p>Lululemon (NASDAQ: LULU) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, June 10th. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.30 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $345.80 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $341.11 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.32 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 21.0% on a year-over-year basis. Lululemon has set its Q2 guidance at $0.33-0.35 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $1.96-2.01 EPS. Analysts expect that Lululemon will post $2.00 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Manufactures, distributes and sells technical athletics and yoga apparel. The Company works in cooperation with various athletes to create designs specific to meet their needs.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191884" /></p>
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		<title>Insmed Now Covered by Analysts at UBS AG (INSMD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at UBS AG began coverage on shares of Insmed (NASDAQ: INSMD) in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $17.50 price target on the stock. INSMD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Lazard Capital Markets raised their [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg" alt="Insmed logo" title="Insmed" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at UBS AG began coverage on shares of <span>Insmed (NASDAQ: INSMD)</span> in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $17.50 price target on the stock.</p>
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<p>INSMD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Lazard Capital Markets raised their price target on shares of Insmed from $21.00 to $24.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Leerink Swann raised their price target on shares of Insmed from $13.00 to $22.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Insmed Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/INSMD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: INSMD</a>) is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in recombinant protein drug development.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191853" /></p>
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		<title>Prudential Financial PT Raised to $75.00 at Sandler O&#8217;Neill (PRU)</title>
		<link>http://localizedusa.com/2013/06/19/prudential-financial-pt-raised-to-75-00-at-sandler-oneill-pru/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:49:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sandler O&#8217;Neill upped their target price on shares of Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU) from $70.00 to $75.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Sandler O&#8217;Neill&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 3.83% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/prudential-financial-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/prudential-financial-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Prudential Financial logo" title="Prudential Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Sandler O&#8217;Neill upped their target price on shares of <span>Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU)</span> from $70.00 to $75.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Sandler O&#8217;Neill&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 3.83% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Prudential Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PRU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PRU</a>) traded down 1.01% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $72.23. Prudential Financial has a one year low of $44.96 and a one year high of $73.56. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $67.80. The company has a market cap of $33.659 billion and a P/E ratio of 50.71.</p>
<p>Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $2.28 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.88 by $0.40. The company had revenue of $11.83 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $12.67 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.56 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 12.8% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Prudential Financial will post $8.32 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>PRU has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price target on shares of Prudential Financial from $78.00 to $85.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Prudential Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $77.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $75.00. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Prudential Financial in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $75.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and twelve have issued  a buy rating to the company. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $72.43.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Thursday, June 20th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, May 29th will be given a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.22%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, May 24th. </p>
<p>Prudential Financial, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PRU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PRU</a>) is a financial services company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191863" /></p>
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		<title>Liberty Media Capital PT Raised to $154.00 at Lazard Capital Markets (LCAPA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:49:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at Lazard Capital Markets hoisted their price objective on shares of Liberty Media Capital (NASDAQ: LCAPA) from $146.00 to $154.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. LCAPA has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/liberty-media-capital-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/liberty-media-capital-logo.gif" alt="Liberty Media Capital logo" title="Liberty Media Capital logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at Lazard Capital Markets hoisted their price objective on shares of <span>Liberty Media Capital (NASDAQ: LCAPA)</span> from $146.00 to $154.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
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<p>LCAPA has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Wunderlich raised their price target on shares of Liberty Media Capital from $119.00 to $135.00 in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Deutsche Bank raised their price target on shares of Liberty Media Capital from $122.00 to $137.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at ISI Group raised their price target on shares of Liberty Media Capital from $135.00 to $147.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Liberty Media Capital  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $147.17.</p>
<p>Liberty Media Corporation is a holding company, and through its subsidiaries, is engaged in the video and online commerce, media, communications and entertainment industries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191855" /></p>
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		<title>Bloomin&#039; Brands Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Bank of America (BLMN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bloomin&#39; Brands (NASDAQ: BLMN)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Bank of America in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $29.00 target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of $25.00. Bank of America&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bloomin#39;-brands-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bloomin#39;-brands-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Bloomin&#39; Brands logo" title="Bloomin&#39; Brands logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Bloomin&#39; Brands (NASDAQ: BLMN)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Bank of America in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $29.00 target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of $25.00. Bank of America&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 14.49% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;Outback has performed well driven by stronger brand positioning, benefits for remodels and daypart expansion. Outback continues to benefit from an expanding lunch program with Saturday lunch rolled out in the second half of 2012. Weekday lunch was available in 25% of the chain at YE 2012 and is expected to be in 34% of the Outback restaurants by YE 2013 and eventually in 50%-60% of the chain. In addition, BLMN has identified 100 potential Outback relocation opportunities in a multi-year program. Five relocations were done in 2012 with sales lifts of about 40% aided by new sites that support an every day lunch business. BLMN plans 10-20 relocations this year and eventually may relocate about 100 restaurants.&#8221;</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Davenport initiated coverage on shares of Bloomin&#39; Brands in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> upgraded shares of Bloomin&#39; Brands from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 6th. They now have a $22.50 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank raised their price target on shares of Bloomin&#39; Brands from $18.00 to $21.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and twelve have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $22.79.</p>
<p>Shares of Bloomin&#39; Brands (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/BLMN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: BLMN</a>) traded up 0.08% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $25.32. Bloomin&#39; Brands has a one year low of $11.57 and a one year high of $21.71. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $18.62. The company has a market cap of $3.126 billion and a P/E ratio of 47.74.</p>
<p>Bloomin&#39; Brands (NASDAQ: BLMN) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $0.50 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.44 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $1.08 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.08 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.49 earnings per share. Bloomin&#39; Brands&#8217;s revenue was up 3.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Bloomin&#39; Brands has set its FY13 guidance at $1.10 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Bloomin&#39; Brands will post $1.13 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. is a holding company. It is a casual dining restaurant company with a portfolio of restaurant concepts.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191759" /></p>
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		<title>LinnCo LLC Rating Increased to Sector Outperform at Howard Weil (LNCO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ: LNCO) was upgraded by Howard Weil from a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ: LNCO) traded up 5.48% on Wednesday, hitting $36.75. LinnCo LLC has a 52-week low of $35.15 and a 52-week high of $41.97. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linnco-llc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linnco-llc-logo.jpg" alt="LinnCo LLC logo" title="LinnCo LLC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ: LNCO)</span> was upgraded by Howard Weil from a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>LinnCo LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LNCO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LNCO</a>) traded up 5.48% on Wednesday, hitting $36.75. LinnCo LLC has a 52-week low of $35.15 and a 52-week high of $41.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $39.9. The company has a market cap of $1.278 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.10.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Robert W. Baird downgraded shares of LinnCo LLC from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 30th. They now have a $48.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $49.00. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of LinnCo LLC from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 23rd. They now have a $44.80 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Stifel Nicolaus initiated coverage on shares of LinnCo LLC in a research note to investors on Friday, April 12th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, seven have given a buy rating and one  has given a strong buy rating to the company. The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $43.78.</p>
<p>Linn Co, LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LNCO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LNCO</a>) sole purpose is to own LINN Energy, LLC (LINN) units.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191812" /></p>
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		<title>Investec Reiterates Buy Rating for JD Sports Fashion (JD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[JD Sports Fashion (LON: JD)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 940 ($14.76) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 5.98% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. JD Sports Fashion (LON: [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/jd-sports-fashion-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/jd-sports-fashion-logo.jpg" alt="JD Sports Fashion logo" title="JD Sports Fashion logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>JD Sports Fashion (LON: JD)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 940 ($14.76) price objective on the stock. Investec&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 5.98% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>JD Sports Fashion (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/JD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: JD</a>) traded down 0.84% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 882.50. JD Sports Fashion has a 52-week low of GBX 602.50 and a 52-week high of GBX 929.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 707.9. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;429.4 million.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of JD Sports Fashion in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a GBX 1,000 ($15.70) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at N+1 Singer  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of JD Sports Fashion in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 17th.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 868.05 ($13.63).</p>
<p>JD Sports Fashion Plc is engaged in retail and distribution of sport and athletic inspired fashion, footwear, apparel and accessories.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191513" /></p>
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		<title>Kingfisher&#8217;s Outperform Rating Reaffirmed at Credit Suisse (KGF)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kingfisher (LON: KGF)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Credit Suisse in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 410 ($6.44) price objective on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 17.61% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Kingfisher (LON: [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/kingfisher-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/kingfisher-logo.jpg" alt="Kingfisher logo" title="Kingfisher logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Kingfisher (LON: KGF)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at Credit Suisse in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 410 ($6.44) price objective on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 17.61% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Kingfisher (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/KGF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: KGF</a>) traded down 1.83% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 348.60. Kingfisher has a 52-week low of GBX 252.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 355.20. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 276.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;8.197 billion.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Bank of America upgraded shares of Kingfisher from an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 375 ($5.89) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 290 ($4.55). Separately, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Kingfisher in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 400 ($6.28) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on shares of Kingfisher in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 362 ($5.68) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have assigned  a hold rating and thirteen have given a buy rating to the stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 334.68 ($5.26).</p>
<p>Kingfisher plc is a home improvement retailer. The Company, through its subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates supply home improvement products and services through a network of retail stores and other channels, located in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and China.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191470" /></p>
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		<title>Umpqua Holdings Upgraded to Outperform by Zacks (UMPQ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Umpqua Holdings (NASDAQ: UMPQ) was upgraded by Zacks from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a $15.50 price target on the stock. Zacks&#8216; target price would indicate a potential upside of 6.53% from the company&#8217;s current price. Umpqua [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/umpqua-holdings-co-logo.JPG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/umpqua-holdings-co-logo.JPG" alt="Umpqua Holdings Co. logo" title="Umpqua Holdings Co. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Umpqua Holdings (NASDAQ: UMPQ)</span> was upgraded by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a $15.50 price target on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; target price would indicate a potential upside of 6.53% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Umpqua Holdings (NASDAQ: UMPQ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 17th. The company reported $0.21 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.03. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.23 earnings per share. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Umpqua Holdings from $10.00 to $13.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Raymond James raised their price target on shares of Umpqua Holdings from $14.00 to $15.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price target on shares of Umpqua Holdings from $13.00 to $15.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have issued  a hold rating and one  has given a buy rating to the stock. Umpqua Holdings currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $13.75.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Monday, July 15th. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 28th will be given a dividend of $0.15 per share. This represents a $0.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.12%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 26th. This is a positive change from Umpqua Holdings&#8217;s previous quarterly dividend of $0.10. </p>
<p>Umpqua Holdings Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/UMPQ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: UMPQ</a>) is a financial holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191794" /></p>
<p>To view Zacks&#8217; full report, visit <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>www.zacks.com</a></p>
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		<title>Micro Focus International Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Investec (MCRO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:26:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Micro Focus International (LON: MCRO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a GBX 710 ($11.15) price target on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 0.07% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of other [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/micro-focus-international-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/micro-focus-international-logo.jpg" alt="Micro Focus International logo" title="Micro Focus International logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Micro Focus International (LON: MCRO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by Investec in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 710 ($11.15) price target on the stock. Investec&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 0.07% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on MCRO. Analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Micro Focus International in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 675 ($10.60) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Micro Focus International in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 693 ($10.88) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Sanlam Securities  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Micro Focus International in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>Four investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have given a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 613.65 ($9.64).</p>
<p>Micro Focus International (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/MCRO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: MCRO</a>) traded up 9.66% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 709.50. Micro Focus International has a 52-week low of GBX 482.35 and a 52-week high of GBX 712.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 573.1. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;1.058 billion.</p>
<p>Micro Focus International plc is engaged in making and selling of software products. The Company, along with its subsidiaries, provides software to clients worldwide.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191464" /></p>
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		<title>Allegheny Technologies Incorporated Given Market Perform Rating at Cowen and Company (ATI)</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Cowen and Company in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $29.00 price target on the stock. Cowen and Company&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 3.35% from the stock&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/allegheny-technologies-incorporated-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/allegheny-technologies-incorporated-logo.jpg" alt="Allegheny Technologies Incorporated logo" title="Allegheny Technologies Incorporated logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Cowen and Company in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $29.00 price target on the stock. Cowen and Company&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 3.35% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ATI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ATI</a>) traded down 0.81% on Wednesday, hitting $28.06. Allegheny Technologies Incorporated has a 52-week low of $25.35 and a 52-week high of $37.02. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $28.14. The company has a market cap of $3.029 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 27.39.</p>
<p>Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: ATI) last released its earnings data on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.09 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.17 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $1.18 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.18 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.57 earnings per share. Allegheny Technologies Incorporated&#8217;s revenue was down 12.8% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Allegheny Technologies Incorporated will post $1.01 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at KeyBanc  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Allegheny Technologies Incorporated in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $36.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse cut their EPS estimates on shares of Allegheny Technologies Incorporated in a research note on Friday. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating and a $31.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse initiated coverage on shares of Allegheny Technologies Incorporated in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 7th. They set a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating and a $33.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating and four have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Allegheny Technologies Incorporated presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $31.09.</p>
<p>Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ATI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ATI</a>) is a diversified specialty metals producer.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191670" /></p>
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		<title>Invesco Stock Rating Reaffirmed by BMO Capital Markets (IVZ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:26:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Invesco (NYSE: IVZ)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by BMO Capital Markets in a research note issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $36.00 price target on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target would suggest a potential upside of 4.23% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Invesco (NYSE: IVZ) traded down [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/invesco-ltd-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/invesco-ltd-logo.jpg" alt="Invesco Ltd. logo" title="Invesco Ltd. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Invesco (NYSE: IVZ)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by BMO Capital Markets in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $36.00 price target on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target would suggest a potential upside of 4.23% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Invesco (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/IVZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: IVZ</a>) traded down 1.53% on Wednesday, hitting $34.01. Invesco has a 1-year low of $20.49 and a 1-year high of $35.02. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $33.60. The company has a market cap of $15.122 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 22.30.</p>
<p>Invesco (NYSE: IVZ) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $0.49 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.47 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $816.50 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.14 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.44 earnings per share. Invesco&#8217;s revenue was up 10.5% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  Invesco will post $2.15 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on IVZ. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Invesco in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Invesco in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $39.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $37.00. Finally, analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Invesco in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $33.62.</p>
<p>Invesco Ltd. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/IVZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: IVZ</a>) is an independent global investment management company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191667" /></p>
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		<title>Dr Pepper Snapple Group Given &#8220;Neutral&#8221; Rating at Credit Suisse (DPS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:26:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Credit Suisse in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $50.00 price objective on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 7.30% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/dr-pepper-snapple-group-inc-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/dr-pepper-snapple-group-inc-logo.gif" alt="Dr Pepper Snapple Group logo" title="Dr Pepper Snapple Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Credit Suisse in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $50.00 price objective on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 7.30% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;Substantial investments have allowed the company to catch up with peers after years of underinvestment. DPS&#8217;s exposure to non-cola CSDs is a positive but since ~90% of the company&#8217;s overall portfolio is in CSDs, overall volume growth remains elusive. DPS is trading at a 22% P/E discount to peers vs a long-term average of 15%; however, we do not see a catalyst for DPS to rerate for now.&#8221;</p>
<p>Dr Pepper Snapple Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DPS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DPS</a>) traded down 1.75% on Wednesday, hitting $46.60. Dr Pepper Snapple Group has a 1-year low of $42.10 and a 1-year high of $50.37. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $47.99. The company has a market cap of $9.509 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.82.</p>
<p>Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS) last released its earnings data on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.51 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.46 by $0.05. The company had revenue of $1.38 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.39 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.46 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 1.3% on a year-over-year basis. Dr Pepper Snapple Group has set its FY13 guidance at $3.04-3.12 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Dr Pepper Snapple Group will post $3.10 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at BMO Capital Markets initiated coverage on shares of Dr Pepper Snapple Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They set a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Dr Pepper Snapple Group in a research note to investors on Friday, April 26th. They now have a $51.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of Dr Pepper Snapple Group from $47.00 to $50.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, April 25th.</p>
<p>Ten investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating,  The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $48.90.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Friday, July 5th. Investors of record on Monday, June 17th will be given a dividend of $0.38 per share. This represents a $1.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.26%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, June 13th. </p>
<p>Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DPS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DPS</a>) is an integrated brand owner, manufacturer and distributor of non-alcoholic beverages in the United States, Canada and Mexico with a varied portfolio of flavored (non-cola) carbonated soft drinks (CSD) and non-carbonated beverages (NCB), including ready-to-drink teas, juices, juice drinks and mixers.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191545" /></p>
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		<title>Morgan Stanley Reiterates Underweight Rating for Darty (DRTY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:26:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Darty (LON: DRTY)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Morgan Stanley in a report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 42 ($0.66) target price on the stock. Morgan Stanley&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential downside of 34.12% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of Darty (LON: [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/darty-logo.jpg" alt="Darty logo" title="Darty logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Darty (LON: DRTY)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Morgan Stanley in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 42 ($0.66) target price on the stock. Morgan Stanley&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential downside of 34.12% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Darty (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DRTY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DRTY</a>) traded up 3.20% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 64.50. Darty has a 52 week low of GBX 36.75 and a 52 week high of GBX 80.113. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 44.25. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on DRTY. Analysts at Panmure Gordon  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 50 ($0.79) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Darty in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a GBX 70 ($1.10) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded shares of Darty from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a GBX 60 ($0.94) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Nine analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 53.81 ($0.85).</p>
<p>Darty plc, formerly Kesa Electricals plc, is a cross channel service led electrical retailer operating nearly 500 stores in nine European countries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191603" /></p>
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		<title>Verizon Rating Reiterated by Macquarie (VZ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:13:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Verizon (NYSE: VZ)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by research analysts at Macquarie in a report released on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $55.00 target price on the stock. Macquarie&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 9.89% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of other analysts have also [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/verizonwireless.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/verizonwireless.jpg" alt="Verizon logo" title="Verizon logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Verizon (NYSE: VZ)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by research analysts at Macquarie in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $55.00 target price on the stock. Macquarie&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 9.89% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on VZ. Analysts at Raymond James  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Verizon in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $54.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Verizon in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. Finally, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Verizon in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, sixteen have given a hold rating, fifteen have issued  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $51.89.</p>
<p>Shares of Verizon (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/VZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: VZ</a>) traded down 2.91% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $50.05. Verizon has a one year low of $40.51 and a one year high of $54.31. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $51.40. The company has a market cap of $143.2 billion and a P/E ratio of 129.20.</p>
<p>Verizon (NYSE: VZ) last released its earnings data on Thursday, April 18th. The company reported $0.68 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.65 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $29.40 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $29.56 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.59 earnings per share. Verizon&#8217;s revenue was up 4.2% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  Verizon will post $2.80 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Thursday, August 1st. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, July 10th will be given a dividend of $0.52 per share. This represents a $2.06 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.12%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, July 8th. </p>
<p>Verizon Communications Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/VZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: VZ</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191661" /></p>
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		<title>BlackBerry Downgraded by Sanford C. Bernstein to Underperform (RIMM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:13:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BlackBerry (NASDAQ: RIMM) was downgraded by equities researchers at Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at RBC Capital reiterated a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on shares [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackberry-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackberry-logo.jpg" alt="BlackBerry logo" title="BlackBerry logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>BlackBerry (NASDAQ: RIMM)</span> was downgraded by equities researchers at Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports.</p>
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<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on shares of BlackBerry in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $18.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Pacific Crest  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of BlackBerry in a research note to investors on Thursday, April 11th. Finally, analysts at Berenberg Bank  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of BlackBerry in a research note to investors on Friday, April 5th.</p>
<p>Six research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, three have given a hold rating, three have given a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. BlackBerry  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $14.92.</p>
<p>Research In Motion Limited is a designer, manufacturer, and marketer of wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191706" /></p>
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		<title>Vodafone Receives &#8220;Hold&#8221; Rating from Berenberg Bank (VOD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:13:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vodafone (NYSE: VOD)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a $185.00 price objective on the stock. VOD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Santander cut [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/vodafone-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/vodafone-logo.png" alt="Vodafone logo" title="Vodafone logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Vodafone (NYSE: VOD)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Berenberg Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $185.00 price objective on the stock.</p>
<p>VOD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Santander cut their price target on shares of Vodafone from $200.00 to $190.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Vodafone in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Finally, analysts at WH Ireland  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of Vodafone in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have assigned  a hold rating and ten have issued  a buy rating to the stock. Vodafone presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $111.16.</p>
<p>Vodafone (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/VOD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: VOD</a>) traded down 2.82% on Wednesday, hitting $27.90. Vodafone has a 1-year low of $24.42 and a 1-year high of $30.80. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $29.84. The company has a market cap of $136.5 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 205.07.</p>
<p>Vodafone Group Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/VOD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: VOD</a>) is a mobile communications company operating across the globe providing a range of communications services.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191871" /></p>
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		<title>Terex Price Target Cut to $31.00 by Analysts at RBC Capital (TEX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at RBC Capital reduced their price objective on shares of Terex (NYSE: TEX) from $33.00 to $31.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 5.87% from the company&#8217;s current [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/terex-co-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/terex-co-logo.jpg" alt="Terex Co. logo" title="Terex Co. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at RBC Capital reduced their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Terex (NYSE: TEX)</span> from $33.00 to $31.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 5.87% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on TEX. Analysts at William Blair cut their price target on shares of Terex from $33.00 to $30.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse cut their price target on shares of Terex from $46.00 to $41.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at BMO Capital Markets  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Terex in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $36.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $41.00.</p>
<p>Nine equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and six have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $34.92.</p>
<p>Terex (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/TEX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: TEX</a>) traded down 0.81% on Wednesday, hitting $29.28. Terex has a 52-week low of $26.71 and a 52-week high of $37.12. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $32.33. The company has a market cap of $3.256 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.64.</p>
<p>Terex (NYSE: TEX) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.23 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.29 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $1.72 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.83 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.18 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 5.3% on a year-over-year basis. Terex has set its FY13 guidance at $2.40-2.70 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Terex will post $2.16 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Terex Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/TEX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: TEX</a>) is a global equipment manufacturer of a range of products.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191869" /></p>
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		<title>Micron Technology Given In-Line Rating at RBC Capital (MU)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Micron Technology (NYSE: MU)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;in-line&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at RBC Capital in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on MU. Analysts at Raymond James raised their price target on shares of Micron Technology from $12.00 [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/micron-technology-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/micron-technology-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Micron Technology logo" title="Micron Technology logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Micron Technology (NYSE: MU)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;in-line&#8221; rating restated by investment analysts at RBC Capital in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on MU. Analysts at Raymond James raised their price target on shares of Micron Technology from $12.00 to $17.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &#8220;strong-buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Citigroup raised their price target on shares of Micron Technology to $19.00 in a research note to investors on Monday. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Micron Technology from $14.00 to $20.00 in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, fourteen have given a hold rating, thirteen have assigned  a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the stock. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $12.56.</p>
<p>Micron Technology (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MU</a>) traded up 1.60% on Wednesday, hitting $13.97. Micron Technology has a 1-year low of $5.16 and a 1-year high of $13.20. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $11.15. The company&#8217;s market cap is $14.391 billion.</p>
<p>Micron Technology (NYSE: MU) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, June 19th. The company reported $0.04 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.02 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $2.32 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.24 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted ($0.32) earnings per share. Micron Technology&#8217;s revenue was up 6.7% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  Micron Technology will post $-0.40 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Micron Technology, Inc., is a global manufacturer and marketer of semiconductor devices, principally NAND Flash, DRAM and NOR Flash memory, as well as other memory technologies, packaging solutions and semiconductor systems for use in computing, consumer, networking, automotive, industrial, embedded and mobile products.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191890" /></p>
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		<title>Perion Network Ltd Price Target Lowered to $18.00 at Benchmark Co. (PERI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at Benchmark Co. lowered their target price on shares of Perion Network Ltd (NASDAQ: PERI) from $20.00 to $18.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Benchmark Co.&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 48.76% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/perion-network-ltd-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/perion-network-ltd-logo.png" alt="Perion Network Ltd logo" title="Perion Network Ltd logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at Benchmark Co. lowered their target price on shares of <span>Perion Network Ltd (NASDAQ: PERI)</span> from $20.00 to $18.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Benchmark Co.&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 48.76% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Perion Network Ltd (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/PERI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: PERI</a>) traded down 3.35% on Wednesday, hitting $12.11. Perion Network Ltd has a 1-year low of $3.68 and a 1-year high of $13.10. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $10.03. The company has a market cap of $146.4 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.33.</p>
<p>Perion Network Ltd (NASDAQ: PERI) last announced its earnings results on Monday, May 13th. The company reported $0.45 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.37 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $27.58 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $11.26 million. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 144.2% on a year-over-year basis.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Perion Network Ltd from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 15th. Separately, analysts at Needham &#038; Company raised their price target on shares of Perion Network Ltd from $15.00 to $17.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Needham &#038; Company raised their price target on shares of Perion Network Ltd from $14.00 to $15.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, April 25th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Perion Network Ltd, formerly IncrediMail Ltd., is an Internet content and media company. The Company&#8217;s products have been downloaded in more than 100 countries and in 2010, it recorded on average approximately 1.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191541" /></p>
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		<title>Daily Mail and General Trust Plc Receives Buy Rating from Panmure Gordon (DMGT)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (LON: DMGT)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Panmure Gordon in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 1,010 ($15.86) price objective on the stock. Panmure Gordon&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 31.17% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Daily Mail and General Trust Plc logo" title="Daily Mail and General Trust Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (LON: DMGT)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Panmure Gordon in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,010 ($15.86) price objective on the stock. Panmure Gordon&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 31.17% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Daily Mail and General Trust Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DMGT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DMGT</a>) traded down 2.36% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 766.50. Daily Mail and General Trust Plc has a 52-week low of GBX 379.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 778.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 489.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.917 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on DMGT. Analysts at Deutsche Bank downgraded shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 590 ($9.27) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 660 ($10.36). Separately, analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a GBX 555 ($8.72) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Westhouse Securities raised their price target on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust Plc from GBX 634 ($9.96) to GBX 670 ($10.52) in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 736.02 ($11.56).</p>
<p>Daily Mail and General Trust PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DMGT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DMGT</a>) is a United kingdom-based multi-media and information company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191493" /></p>
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		<title>Pentair&#8217;s Market Perform Rating Reaffirmed at Oppenheimer (PNR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pentair (NYSE: PNR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a $65.00 target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of $57.00. Oppenheimer&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 10.79% from the company&#8217;s current price. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pentair.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pentair.jpg" alt="Pentair logo" title="Pentair logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Pentair (NYSE: PNR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a $65.00 target price on the stock, up from their previous target price of $57.00. Oppenheimer&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 10.79% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;We met with management and discussed synergy realization patterns and projections, as well as portfolio composition and positioning. Legacy PNR consisted of four global business units (GBUs), with G&amp;A expense about 4% of sales, while the Flow Control acquisition&#8217;s three GBUs run at 7-8% levels. PNR notes high confidence in rationalizing ~4 ppts of G&amp;A across the Flow GBUs, with no adverse impact on customers, given that the businesses never realized the benefits of scale from the aggressive M&amp;A-driven consolidation during a prior era. The deal crystallized PNR&#8217;s long-standing strategic interest in a robust exposure to the global energy sector, with the integration process targeted to establish a foundation for systematic long-term M&amp;A.&#8221;</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at MKM Partners raised their price target on shares of Pentair from $62.00 to $65.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Analysts at Canaccord Genuity raised their price target on shares of Pentair from $51.00 to $55.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 24th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have assigned  a hold rating and six have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $56.55.</p>
<p>Pentair (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PNR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PNR</a>) traded down 1.51% on Wednesday, hitting $58.67. Pentair has a 1-year low of $36.31 and a 1-year high of $60.14. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $57.20. The company&#8217;s market cap is $11.999 billion.</p>
<p>Pentair (NYSE: PNR) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April 23rd. The company reported $0.58 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.57 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $1.77 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.80 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.64 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 106.8% on a year-over-year basis. Pentair has set its Q2 guidance at $0.88-0.91 EPS and its FY13 guidance at $3.10-3.30 EPS. Analysts expect that Pentair will post $3.22 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Pentair, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PNR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PNR</a>) is a focused diversified industrial manufacturing company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191727" /></p>
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		<title>Abertis Infraestructuras SA Receives Outperform Rating from RBC Capital (ABE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Abertis Infraestructuras SA (MCE: ABE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at RBC Capital in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a &#8364;15.00 ($20.00) price objective on the stock. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on ABE. Analysts at JPMorgan [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/abertis-infraestructuras-sa-logo.JPG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/abertis-infraestructuras-sa-logo.JPG" alt="Abertis Infraestructuras SA logo" title="Abertis Infraestructuras SA logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Abertis Infraestructuras SA (MCE: ABE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at RBC Capital in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;15.00 ($20.00) price objective on the stock.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on ABE. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase downgraded shares of Abertis Infraestructuras SA to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &euro;14.00 ($18.67) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at NMAS 1 Agencia de Valores  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Abertis Infraestructuras SA in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a &euro;14.44 ($19.25) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on shares of Abertis Infraestructuras SA in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &euro;16.40 ($21.87) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have assigned  a hold rating and six have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Abertis Infraestructuras SA  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of &euro;13.93 ($18.57).</p>
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<p>Abertis Infraestructuras SA (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/MCE/ABE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>MCE: ABE</a>) is a Spain-based company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191657" /></p>
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		<title>Koninklijke Ahold NV&#8217;s Buy Rating Reaffirmed at Baader Bank (KPN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Koninklijke Ahold NV (EU: KPN)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Baader Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a &#8364;13.50 ($18.00) price objective on the stock. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on KPN. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald reiterated [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/koninklijke-ahold-nv-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/koninklijke-ahold-nv-logo.png" alt="Koninklijke Ahold NV logo" title="Koninklijke Ahold NV logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Koninklijke Ahold NV (EU: KPN)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Baader Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;13.50 ($18.00) price objective on the stock.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on KPN. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Koninklijke Ahold NV in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &euro;14.90 ($19.87) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at KBC Securities  reiterated an &#8220;accumulate&#8221; rating on shares of Koninklijke Ahold NV in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a &euro;14.00 ($18.67) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at HSBC  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Koninklijke Ahold NV in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a &euro;14.50 ($19.33) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the company. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of &euro;12.75 ($16.99).</p>
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		<title>Gannett PT Raised to $28.50 (GCI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:48:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Imperial Capital increased their price target on shares of Gannett (NYSE: GCI) from $21.50 to $28.50 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Imperial Capital&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 17.87% from the company&#8217;s current [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gannett-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gannett-logo.jpg" alt="Gannett logo" title="Gannett logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Imperial Capital increased their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Gannett (NYSE: GCI)</span> from $21.50 to $28.50 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Imperial Capital&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 17.87% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Barclays Capital raised their price target on shares of Gannett from $18.00 to $22.00 in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at UBS AG raised their price target on shares of Gannett from $19.00 to $27.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Gannett in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a $22.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, three have assigned  a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $24.25.</p>
<p>Gannett (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GCI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GCI</a>) traded down 3.12% on Wednesday, hitting $24.18. Gannett has a 1-year low of $12.90 and a 1-year high of $26.75. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $21.4. The company has a market cap of $5.534 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.77.</p>
<p>Gannett (NYSE: GCI) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, April 23rd. The company reported $0.37 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.35 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $1.24 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.24 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.34 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 1.6% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Gannett will post $2.21 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Monday, July 1st. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 7th will be paid a dividend of $0.20 per share. This represents a $0.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 3.31%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, June 5th. </p>
<p>Gannett Co, Inc. is an international media and marketing solutions company, delivering content and services across an integrated, multi-platform portfolio.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191611" /></p>
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		<title>Manchester United PLC Rating Reiterated by Jefferies Group (MANU)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:48:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Manchester United PLC (NASDAQ: MANU)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Jefferies Group in a report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a $23.00 price target on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 41.71% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/manchester-united-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/manchester-united-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Manchester United PLC logo" title="Manchester United PLC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Manchester United PLC (NASDAQ: MANU)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Jefferies Group in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a $23.00 price target on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 41.71% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on MANU. Analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Manchester United PLC in a research note to investors on Monday, May 6th. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $15.00. Analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Manchester United PLC in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 10th.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Manchester United PLC currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $17.75.</p>
<p>Shares of Manchester United PLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/MANU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: MANU</a>) remained flat at $16.21 during during mid-day trading trading on Wednesday. Manchester United PLC has a 52 week low of $12.00 and a 52 week high of $19.34. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $17.44. The company has a market cap of $2.656 billion and a P/E ratio of 64.58.</p>
<p>Manchester United PLC (NASDAQ: MANU) last released its earnings data on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $0.02 EPS for the quarter, meeting the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.02. The company had revenue of $91.70 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $84.97 million. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 29.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Manchester United PLC will post $22.15 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Manchester United plc, formerly Manchester United Ltd., is engaged in the operations of professional sports team.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191590" /></p>
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		<title>ARM Holdings Rating Reiterated by BNP Paribas (ARM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:48:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ARM Holdings (LON: ARM)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at BNP Paribas in a research report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 1,000 ($15.70) target price on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 19.69% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several other analysts [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/arm-holdings-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/arm-holdings-logo.jpg" alt="ARM Holdings logo" title="ARM Holdings logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>ARM Holdings (LON: ARM)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities researchers at BNP Paribas in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,000 ($15.70) target price on the stock. BNP Paribas&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 19.69% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Numis Securities Ltd downgraded shares of ARM Holdings to a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 700 ($10.99) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on shares of ARM Holdings in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 925 ($14.53) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Topeka Capital Markets initiated coverage on shares of ARM Holdings in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They set a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have assigned  a hold rating, ten have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. ARM Holdings currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 889.08 ($13.96).</p>
<p>ARM Holdings (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ARM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ARM</a>) traded down 1.24% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 835.4999. ARM Holdings has a 1-year low of GBX 463.60 and a 1-year high of GBX 1111.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 576.4. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;11.669 billion.</p>
<p>ARM Holdings plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ARM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ARM</a>) designs microprocessors, physical intellectual property (IP) and related technology and software, and sells development tools.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191504" /></p>
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		<title>Pearson Stock Rating Reaffirmed by UBS AG (PSON)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:48:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pearson (LON: PSON)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at UBS AG in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 1,500 ($23.56) price objective on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 26.26% from the company&#8217;s current price. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pearson-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pearson-logo.jpg" alt="Pearson logo" title="Pearson logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Pearson (LON: PSON)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at UBS AG in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 1,500 ($23.56) price objective on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective suggests a potential upside of 26.26% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on PSON. Analysts at Natixis  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 1,530 ($24.03) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 1,195 ($18.77) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of Pearson in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a GBX 1,195 ($18.77) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued  a hold rating and ten have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 1,284.95 ($20.18).</p>
<p>Pearson (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/PSON/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: PSON</a>) traded down 1.00% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1188.00. Pearson has a 52-week low of GBX 1090.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 1302.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1207.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;9.586 billion.</p>
<p>Pearson plc, (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/PSON/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: PSON</a>) is an international media and education company with its principal operations in the education, business information and consumer publishing markets.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191450" /></p>
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		<title>Linn Energy, LLC Given Outperform Rating at Howard Weil (LINE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:48:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Linn Energy, LLC (NASDAQ: LINE)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Howard Weil in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $39.00 target price on the stock. Howard Weil&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 18.08% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of Linn Energy, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linn-energy-llc-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linn-energy-llc-logo.gif" alt="Linn Energy, LLC logo" title="Linn Energy, LLC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Linn Energy, LLC (NASDAQ: LINE)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Howard Weil in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $39.00 target price on the stock. Howard Weil&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 18.08% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Linn Energy, LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LINE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LINE</a>) traded up 4.40% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $32.98. Linn Energy, LLC has a one year low of $34.27 and a one year high of $42.57. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $37.8. The company&#8217;s market cap is $7.753 billion.</p>
<p>Linn Energy, LLC (NASDAQ: LINE) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.16 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $369.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $583.51 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.25 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 4.2% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Linn Energy, LLC will post $1.27 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on LINE. Analysts at National Securities downgraded shares of Linn Energy, LLC to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. Separately, analysts at Barclays Capital cut their price target on shares of Linn Energy, LLC from $44.00 to $42.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 7th. They now have an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Global Hunter Securities downgraded shares of Linn Energy, LLC from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, April 26th. They now have a $34.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $38.00.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned  a hold rating, nine have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $42.99.</p>
<p>Linn Energy, LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LINE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LINE</a>) is an independent oil and natural gas company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191578" /></p>
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		<title>PepsiCo Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Credit Suisse (PEP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:37:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Credit Suisse in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $87.00 price target on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 7.55% from the company&#8217;s current price. The analysts wrote, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/77590080.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/77590080.jpg" alt="PepsiCo logo" title="PepsiCo logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Credit Suisse in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $87.00 price target on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 7.55% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;PepsiCo shares have outperformed most global peers over the past 12 months as a result of both improving fundamentals and speculation regarding strategic change following the news of activist involvement. As a result, we think the stock is broadly fairly valued at this stage. Consensus expectations are realistic, in our view. We think the next significant catalyst is most likely an announcement regarding the company&#8217;s strategy for its domestic beverage business in early 2014.&#8221;</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of PepsiCo in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a $89.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of PepsiCo in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th.</p>
<p>Five analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $86.36.</p>
<p>PepsiCo (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PEP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PEP</a>) traded down 2.03% on Wednesday, hitting $80.89. PepsiCo has a 52-week low of $67.39 and a 52-week high of $84.78. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $82.48. The company has a market cap of $125.1 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.16.</p>
<p>PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, April 18th. The company reported $0.77 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.71 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $12.58 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $12.61 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.69 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 1.2% on a year-over-year basis. PepsiCo has set its FY13 guidance at +7% to ~$4.39 EPS. Analysts expect that PepsiCo will post $4.40 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>PepsiCo, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PEP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PEP</a>) is a global food and beverage company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191547" /></p>
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		<title>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Maxim Group (TEVA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:37:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (NASDAQ: TEVA)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Maxim Group in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $56.00 price target on the stock. Maxim Group&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 42.46% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/teva-pharmaceutical-industries-ltd-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/teva-pharmaceutical-industries-ltd-logo.jpg" alt="Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd logo" title="Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (NASDAQ: TEVA)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by analysts at Maxim Group in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $56.00 price target on the stock. Maxim Group&#8217;s target price points to a potential upside of 42.46% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TEVA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TEVA</a>) traded down 0.86% on Wednesday, hitting $39.30. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd has a 52-week low of $36.63 and a 52-week high of $42.83. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $39.07. The company has a market cap of $33.484 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.79.</p>
<p>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (NASDAQ: TEVA) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $1.12 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.10 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $4.90 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.85 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $1.47 earnings per share. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd&#8217;s revenue was down 3.9% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd will post $5.02 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th.</p>
<p>Eleven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $46.00.</p>
<p>Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TEVA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TEVA</a>) is a global pharmaceutical and drug company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191537" /></p>
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		<title>Rambus Upgraded by Zacks to &#8220;Outperform&#8221; (RMBS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:37:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rambus (NASDAQ: RMBS) was upgraded by Zacks from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a $9.30 price objective on the stock. Zacks&#8216; target price would suggest a potential upside of 4.38% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of Rambus (NASDAQ: RMBS) [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rambus-inc-logo.jpeg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rambus-inc-logo.jpeg" alt="Rambus logo" title="Rambus logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Rambus (NASDAQ: RMBS)</span> was upgraded by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a $9.30 price objective on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; target price would suggest a potential upside of 4.38% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Rambus (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/RMBS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: RMBS</a>) traded up 0.21% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $8.909. Rambus has a one year low of $3.78 and a one year high of $7.40. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $5.87. The company&#8217;s market cap is $994.6 million.</p>
<p>Rambus (NASDAQ: RMBS) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 18th. The company reported $0.11 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of ($0.04) by $0.15. The company had revenue of $66.90 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $67.00 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted ($0.25) earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 6.4% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Rambus will post $-0.20 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>RMBS has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at BWS Financial  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Rambus in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of Rambus from $8.50 to $9.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. Finally, analysts at Topeka Capital Markets initiated coverage on shares of Rambus in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $10.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, one  has assigned  a hold rating and three have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $9.60.</p>
<p>Rambus Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/RMBS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: RMBS</a>) is a premier technology licensing company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191785" /></p>
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		<title>Prudential Financial Given New $85.00 Price Target at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (PRU)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods lifted their price objective on shares of Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU) from $78.00 to $85.00 in a report released on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 17.68% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several other analysts have also recently [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/prudential-financial-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/prudential-financial-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Prudential Financial logo" title="Prudential Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods lifted their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU)</span> from $78.00 to $85.00 in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 17.68% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Prudential Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $77.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $75.00. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Prudential Financial in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $75.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at RBC Capital downgraded shares of Prudential Financial from a &#8220;top pick&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $92.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and twelve have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $72.43.</p>
<p>Shares of Prudential Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PRU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PRU</a>) traded down 1.01% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $72.23. Prudential Financial has a one year low of $44.96 and a one year high of $73.56. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $67.80. The company has a market cap of $33.659 billion and a P/E ratio of 50.71.</p>
<p>Prudential Financial (NYSE: PRU) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $2.28 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.88 by $0.40. The company had revenue of $11.83 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $12.67 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.56 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 12.8% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Prudential Financial will post $8.32 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Thursday, June 20th. Investors of record on Wednesday, May 29th will be paid a dividend of $0.40 per share. This represents a $1.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.22%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 24th. </p>
<p>Prudential Financial, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PRU/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PRU</a>) is a financial services company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191862" /></p>
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		<title>Unum Group Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Credit Suisse (UNM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:37:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Unum Group (NYSE: UNM)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Credit Suisse in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a $26.00 target price on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price indicates a potential downside of 8.26% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) traded [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/unum-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/unum-group-logo.jpg" alt="Unum Group logo" title="Unum Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Unum Group (NYSE: UNM)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;sell&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Credit Suisse in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $26.00 target price on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price indicates a potential downside of 8.26% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Unum Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/UNM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: UNM</a>) traded down 1.25% on Wednesday, hitting $28.34. Unum Group has a 52-week low of $18.28 and a 52-week high of $29.22. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $28.09. The company has a market cap of $7.565 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 8.88.</p>
<p>Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) last released its earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $0.80 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.78 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $2.63 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.62 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.73 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up .5% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Unum Group will post $3.26 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>UNM has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price target on shares of Unum Group from $29.00 to $31.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Macquarie  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Unum Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have a $26.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have given a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $28.89.</p>
<p>Unum Group and its insurance and non-insurance subsidiaries, operate in the United States, the United Kingdom, and, to a limited extent, in certain other countries worldwide.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191889" /></p>
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		<title>TSO3 PT Lowered to C$2.00 (TOS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:25:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Canaccord Genuity decreased their target price on shares of TSO3 (TSE: TOS) from C$2.15 to C$2.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;speculative buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of 194.12% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg" alt="TSO3 logo" title="TSO3" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Canaccord Genuity decreased their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>TSO3 (TSE: TOS)</span> from C$2.15 to C$2.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;speculative buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of 194.12% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>TSO3 (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/TOS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: TOS</a>) traded down 14.71% on Wednesday, hitting $0.58. TSO3 has a 1-year low of $0.72 and a 1-year high of $1.40. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $0.89. The company&#8217;s market cap is $42.3 million.</p>
<p>TSO3 Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/TOS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: TOS</a>) is engaged in the research, development, commercialization and licensing of a sterilization process and accessories for heat-sensitive medical devices.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191751" /></p>
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		<title>Google Given &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating at Bank of America (GOOG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:25:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Google (NASDAQ: GOOG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. The analysts wrote, &#8220;The Enhanced Campaigns (EC) advertising platform transition (to be completed by 7/22) remains important to Google stock sentiment, gross profit growth acceleration and our multiple expansion thesis. We [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/google-inc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/google-inc-logo.png" alt="Google logo" title="Google logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Google (NASDAQ: GOOG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;The Enhanced Campaigns (EC) advertising platform transition (to be completed by 7/22) remains important to Google stock sentiment, gross profit growth acceleration and our multiple expansion thesis. We estimate a 1-2% incremental revenue uplift in 2H&#8217;13 and 2014 from higher tablet CPCs from Enhanced Campaigns (just from tablets; smart phones could present upside), and a $1.00 annualized benefit to EPS. We also believe smartphone CPCs could see a benefit if more advertisers participate. While the full impact from Enhanced Campaigns is far from certain, we are encouraged by some early data points suggesting the platform transition does not appear to be disruptive, could be driving higher CPCs, and appears to be compelling advertisers to better optimize for mobile.&#8221;</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on GOOG. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Google in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $1,000.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Evercore Partners raised their price target on shares of Google from $925.00 to $1,050.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a &#8220;conviction-buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Google in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $950.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have given a hold rating, twenty-eight have assigned  a buy rating and one  has given a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Google currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $918.39.</p>
<p>Google (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/GOOG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: GOOG</a>) traded up 0.01% on Wednesday, hitting $900.68. Google has a 1-year low of $556.52 and a 1-year high of $844.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $805.2. The company has a market cap of $298.8 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.95.</p>
<p>Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, April 18th. The company reported $11.58 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $10.69 by $0.89. The company had revenue of $11.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $14.04 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $10.08 earnings per share. Google&#8217;s revenue was up 35.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Google will post $46.12 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Google Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/GOOG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: GOOG</a>) is a global technology company focused on improving the ways people connect with information.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191699" /></p>
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		<title>Nationstar Mortgage Holdings Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Sterne Agee (NSM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:25:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nationstar Mortgage Holdings (NYSE: NSM)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Sterne Agee in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. They currently have a $50.00 target price on the stock. Sterne Agee&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 17.54% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Nationstar Mortgage [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/national-semiconductor-corp-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/national-semiconductor-corp-logo.png" alt="Nationstar Mortgage Holdings logo" title="Nationstar Mortgage Holdings logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Nationstar Mortgage Holdings (NYSE: NSM)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Sterne Agee in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. They currently have a $50.00 target price on the stock. Sterne Agee&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 17.54% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Nationstar Mortgage Holdings (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/NSM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: NSM</a>) traded down 1.35% on Wednesday, hitting $42.54. Nationstar Mortgage Holdings has a 52-week low of $18.98 and a 52-week high of $46.91. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $41.7. The company has a market cap of $3.786 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.66.</p>
<p>Nationstar Mortgage Holdings (NYSE: NSM) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, May 7th. The company reported $0.85 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.74 by $0.11. The company had revenue of $431.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $369.92 million. Nationstar Mortgage Holdings&#8217;s revenue was up 162.7% compared to the same quarter last year. Nationstar Mortgage Holdings has set its FY13 guidance at $4.05-4.75 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $6.45-7.50 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Nationstar Mortgage Holdings will post $4.32 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Ladenburg Thalmann upgraded shares of Nationstar Mortgage Holdings from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday. Separately, analysts at Compass Point  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Nationstar Mortgage Holdings in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 14th. They now have a $58.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price target on shares of Nationstar Mortgage Holdings from $42.00 to $44.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $45.86.</p>
<p>Nationstar Mortgage Holdings Inc. is a non-bank residential mortgage servicer with a range of services across the residential mortgage product spectrum.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191640" /></p>
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		<title>LinnCo LLC Given &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating at Howard Weil (LNCO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ: LNCO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Howard Weil in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have a $39.00 target price on the stock. Howard Weil&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 5.83% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of other [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linnco-llc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/linnco-llc-logo.jpg" alt="LinnCo LLC logo" title="LinnCo LLC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>LinnCo LLC (NASDAQ: LNCO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Howard Weil in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. They currently have a $39.00 target price on the stock. Howard Weil&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 5.83% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on LNCO. Analysts at Robert W. Baird downgraded shares of LinnCo LLC from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 30th. They now have a $48.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $49.00. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of LinnCo LLC from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 23rd. They now have a $44.80 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Stifel Nicolaus initiated coverage on shares of LinnCo LLC in a research note to investors on Friday, April 12th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, seven have assigned  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $43.78.</p>
<p>LinnCo LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LNCO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LNCO</a>) traded up 5.48% on Wednesday, hitting $36.75. LinnCo LLC has a 1-year low of $35.15 and a 1-year high of $41.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $39.9. The company has a market cap of $1.278 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.10.</p>
<p>Linn Co, LLC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/LNCO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: LNCO</a>) sole purpose is to own LINN Energy, LLC (LINN) units.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191577" /></p>
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		<title>Morgan Stanley Reiterates Equal Weight Rating for Heartland Payment Systems  (HPY)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:25:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Heartland Payment Systems (NYSE: HPY)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Morgan Stanley in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The analysts wrote, &#8220;HPY looks well positioned against competitors by virtue of its differentiated business model (direct sales force and transparent pricing), along [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/heartland-payment-systems--inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/heartland-payment-systems--inc-logo.jpg" alt="Heartland Payment Systems  logo" title="Heartland Payment Systems  logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Heartland Payment Systems  (NYSE: HPY)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Morgan Stanley in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;HPY looks well positioned against competitors by virtue of its differentiated business model (direct sales force and transparent pricing), along with new training and cross-selling initiatives that should limit the risk of losing some small merchants to new entrants in the merchant acquiring space. However, we believe the stock is currently fairly value, trading at 16.4x 2014e EPS.&#8221;</p>
<p>Shares of Heartland Payment Systems  (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/HPY/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: HPY</a>) traded down 1.26% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $35.17. Heartland Payment Systems  has a one year low of $25.76 and a one year high of $36.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $32.44. The company has a market cap of $1.278 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.58.</p>
<p>Heartland Payment Systems  (NYSE: HPY) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $0.51 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.40 by $0.11. The company had revenue of $146.80 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $144.06 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.34 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 14.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Heartland Payment Systems  will post $1.94 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Piper Jaffray upgraded shares of Heartland Payment Systems  from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $42.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $34.00. Separately, analysts at Stephens upgraded shares of Heartland Payment Systems  from an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating to an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 16th. Finally, analysts at Sterne Agee raised their price target on shares of Heartland Payment Systems  from $38.00 to $41.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 1st.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have given a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Heartland Payment Systems  presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $37.26.</p>
<p>Heartland Payment Systems, Inc. provides bankcard payment processing services to merchants in the United States and Canada.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191574" /></p>
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		<title>CytRx Receives Buy Rating from Aegis (CYTR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:13:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[CytRx (NASDAQ: CYTR)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Aegis in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a $7.00 price target on the stock, down from their previous price target of $8.00. Aegis&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 233.33% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg" alt="CytRx Co. logo" title="CytRx Co." class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>CytRx (NASDAQ: CYTR)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Aegis in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $7.00 price target on the stock, down from their previous price target of $8.00. Aegis&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 233.33% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;We are providing an update on the clinical programs at CytRx Corp. Earlier this month, the firm announced presentation of results from a Phase 1b trial of its lead compound aldoxorubicin, an enhanced version of the widely-used chemotherapeutic agent doxorubicin. This data showed that aldoxorubicin can be safely combined with doxorubicin without increasing the likelihood of cardiac side effects. In April 2013, aldoxorubicin was also the subject of a Special Protocol Assessment (SPA) for a proposed Phase 3 trial aimed at assessing the drug in soft tissue sarcoma (STS). This trial, slated to start enrolling patients later this year, could pave the way for a regulatory filing on aldoxorubicin for STS within the next 18-24 months. We note, however, that CytRx has had to discontinue development of tamibarotene in lung cancer following a Data Safety Monitoring Board recommendation. Accordingly, we reiterate our Buy rating and lower our price target from $8.00 to $7.00 per share.&#8221;</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on CYTR. Analysts at Roth Capital initiated coverage on shares of CytRx in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $9.00 price target on the stock. Analysts at Edison Investment Research raised their price target on shares of CytRx from $4.00 to $4.50 in a research note to investors on Thursday, April 25th.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and three have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $5.96.</p>
<p>Shares of CytRx (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CYTR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CYTR</a>) traded down 1.87% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $2.10. CytRx has a 52 week low of $1.59 and a 52 week high of $5.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $2.4. The company&#8217;s market cap is $64.1 million.</p>
<p>CytRx (NASDAQ: CYTR) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 9th. The company reported ($0.23) EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of ($0.15) by $0.08.  Analysts expect that CytRx will post $-0.81 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>CytRx Corporation as (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CYTR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CYTR</a>) is a biopharmaceutical research and development company engaged in the development of high-value human therapeutics, specializing in oncology.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191725" /></p>
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		<title>Adobe Systems PT Raised to $35.00 at FBR Capital Markets (ADBE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:13:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at FBR Capital Markets raised their price target on shares of Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) from $30.00 to $35.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. FBR Capital Markets&#8217; price objective indicates a potential downside of 23.58% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg" alt="Adobe Systems logo" title="Adobe Systems logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at FBR Capital Markets raised their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE)</span> from $30.00 to $35.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. FBR Capital Markets&#8217; price objective indicates a potential downside of 23.58% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at B. Riley  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Adobe Systems in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Adobe Systems in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $52.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG raised their price target on shares of Adobe Systems from $46.00 to $50.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have issued  a hold rating and fifteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $47.83.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) traded up 5.58% on Wednesday, hitting $45.78. Adobe Systems has a 1-year low of $29.52 and a 1-year high of $47.17. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.09. The company has a market cap of $22.979 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.58.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 18th. The company reported $0.36 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.34 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $1.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.01 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.60 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 10.1% on a year-over-year basis. Adobe Systems has set its FY13 guidance at approx $1.45 EPS and its Q3 guidance at $0.29-0.35 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Adobe Systems will post $1.44 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Adobe Systems Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) is a diversified software company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191538" /></p>
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		<title>Cantor Fitzgerald Reiterates &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating for Aggreko plc (AGK)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:13:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Aggreko plc (LON: AGK)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 2,200 ($34.55) price target on the stock. Cantor Fitzgerald&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 32.53% from the company&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aggreko-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aggreko-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Aggreko plc logo" title="Aggreko plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Aggreko plc (LON: AGK)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 2,200 ($34.55) price target on the stock. Cantor Fitzgerald&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 32.53% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on AGK. Analysts at RBC Capital  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at Beaufort Securities  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,000 ($31.41) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and sixteen have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 1,962.52 ($30.82).</p>
<p>Aggreko plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AGK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AGK</a>) traded down 5.25% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1660.00. Aggreko plc has a 1-year low of GBX 1548.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 2415.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2332.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.419 billion.</p>
<p>Aggreko plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AGK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AGK</a>) provides power and temperature control solutions to customers who need them either very quickly, or for a short or indeterminate length of time.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191601" /></p>
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		<title>Piper Jaffray Reiterates &#8220;$151.00&#8243; Price Target for MercadoLibre (MELI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:13:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at Piper Jaffray set a $151.00 target price on shares of MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) stock in a report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. The firm currently has a an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 30.21% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. The [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/mercadolibre-inc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/mercadolibre-inc-logo.png" alt="MercadoLibre logo" title="MercadoLibre logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at Piper Jaffray set a $151.00 target price on shares of <span>MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI)</span> stock in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. The firm currently has a an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 30.21% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;The key long term question for shares of MELI is what should the leader in Latin America eCommerce be worth? On traditional valuation metrics the stock appears overvalued, trading at 33x Street 2014 earnings and likely to grow earnings and local currency GMV at ~25% for the next couple of years. More important, there are three secular growth drivers that should benefit MercadoLibre for the next decade (growth of eCommerce, Latin America, and mobile), and therefore we believe a more useful valuation framework is to look at what investors are paying for the eCommerce opportunity in the US and adjusting that for market share differences and for purchasing power difference between the US and Latin America. This framework yields a MELI valuation of $8.3B, vs. $5.2B today. This is a framework, not a price target, however we are raising our price target to $151, which implies a $6.7B market cap.&#8221;</p>
<p>MercadoLibre (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/MELI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: MELI</a>) traded up 1.90% on Wednesday, hitting $115.78. MercadoLibre has a 1-year low of $64.18 and a 1-year high of $101.35. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $94.28. The company has a market cap of $5.112 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 50.86.</p>
<p>MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Monday, May 6th. The company reported $0.53 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.54 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $102.70 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $97.44 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.45 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 22.7% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that MercadoLibre will post $2.77 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove downgraded shares of MercadoLibre from an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $120.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $101.00. Separately, analysts at JPMorgan Chase downgraded shares of MercadoLibre from an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $101.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of MercadoLibre from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have a $127.20 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and one  has assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $116.17.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Monday, July 15th. Stockholders of record on Friday, June 28th will be given a dividend of $0.14 per share. This represents a $0.57 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.49%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 26th. </p>
<p>MercadoLibre, Inc. hosts an online commerce platform in Latin America, called MercadoLibre and located at www.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191609" /></p>
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		<title>Ashtead Group Receives &#8220;Hold&#8221; Rating from Panmure Gordon (AHT)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ashtead Group (LON: AHT)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Panmure Gordon in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a GBX 626 ($9.83) price objective on the stock. Panmure Gordon&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential downside of 0.16% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ashtead-group-logo.PNG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ashtead-group-logo.PNG" alt="Ashtead Group logo" title="Ashtead Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Ashtead Group (LON: AHT)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;hold&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Panmure Gordon in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 626 ($9.83) price objective on the stock. Panmure Gordon&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential downside of 0.16% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Ashtead Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AHT/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AHT</a>) traded up 0.64% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 627.00. Ashtead Group has a 1-year low of GBX 230.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 675.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 324.4. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;3.138 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on AHT. Analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 619 ($9.72) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 750 ($11.78) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ashtead Group in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 725 ($11.39) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and thirteen have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 688.01 ($10.80).</p>
<p>Ashtead Group plc is an investment holding and management company. The principal activity of the Company is the rental of equipment to industrial and commercial users mainly in the non-residential construction sectors of the United States and the United Kingdom.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191487" /></p>
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		<title>Unum Group PT Raised to $31.00 (UNM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods increased their target price on shares of Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) from $29.00 to $31.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 9.39% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/unum-group-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/unum-group-logo.jpg" alt="Unum Group logo" title="Unum Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods increased their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Unum Group (NYSE: UNM)</span> from $29.00 to $31.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 9.39% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on UNM. Analysts at Macquarie  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Unum Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have a $26.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse downgraded shares of Unum Group from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 16th. They now have a $26.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $23.00. Finally, analysts at Deutsche Bank downgraded shares of Unum Group from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 6th. They now have a $31.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $3.30.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned  a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $28.89.</p>
<p>Shares of Unum Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/UNM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: UNM</a>) traded down 1.25% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $28.34. Unum Group has a one year low of $18.28 and a one year high of $29.22. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $28.09. The company has a market cap of $7.565 billion and a P/E ratio of 8.88.</p>
<p>Unum Group (NYSE: UNM) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $0.80 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.78 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $2.63 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.62 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.73 earnings per share. Unum Group&#8217;s revenue was up .5% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  Unum Group will post $3.26 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Unum Group and its insurance and non-insurance subsidiaries, operate in the United States, the United Kingdom, and, to a limited extent, in certain other countries worldwide.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191870" /></p>
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		<title>Urban Outfitters Rating Reiterated by Oppenheimer (URBN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ: URBN)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by Oppenheimer in a research note issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Urban Outfitters in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/urban-outfitters-inc-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/urban-outfitters-inc-logo.gif" alt="Urban Outfitters logo" title="Urban Outfitters logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ: URBN)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by Oppenheimer in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Urban Outfitters in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a $52.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Piper Jaffray raised their price target on shares of Urban Outfitters from $53.00 to $54.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at BMO Capital Markets  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of Urban Outfitters in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a $41.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Fourteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and fourteen have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $44.31.</p>
<p>Urban Outfitters (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/URBN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: URBN</a>) traded down 1.83% on Wednesday, hitting $39.90. Urban Outfitters has a 1-year low of $26.04 and a 1-year high of $44.96. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $42.34. The company has a market cap of $5.863 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.81.</p>
<p>Urban Outfitters (NASDAQ: URBN) last announced its earnings results on Monday, May 20th. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.29 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $648.18 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $655.08 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.23 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 13.9% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Urban Outfitters will post $1.92 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Urban Outfitters, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/URBN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: URBN</a>) is a lifestyle specialty retail company, which operates under the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, Terrain and BHLDN brands.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191885" /></p>
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		<title>Nokia OYJ Rating Reiterated by Pohjola Bank (NOK1V)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nokia OYJ (HEL: NOK1V)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;accumulate&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Pohjola Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a SEK 24.02 price target on the stock. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Danske reiterated [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/nokia-oyj-logo.JPG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/nokia-oyj-logo.JPG" alt="Nokia OYJ logo" title="Nokia OYJ logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Nokia OYJ (HEL: NOK1V)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;accumulate&#8221; rating restated by equities research analysts at Pohjola Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a SEK 24.02 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Danske  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Nokia OYJ in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a SEK 31.21 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of Nokia OYJ in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a SEK 16.35 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jyske Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Nokia OYJ in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a SEK 26.90 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have given a hold rating and seven have given a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of &euro;26.52 ($35.36).</p>
<p>Nokia Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/HEL/NOK1V/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>HEL: NOK1V</a>) has three operating segments: Devices & Services; NAVTEQ, and Nokia Siemens Networks.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191678" /></p>
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		<title>Element Financial Price Target Raised to C$12.50 at Scotiabank (EFN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at Scotiabank raised their target price on shares of Element Financial (TSE: EFN) from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a report released on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating on the stock. Scotiabank&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 14.57% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg" alt="Element Financial logo" title="Element Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at Scotiabank raised their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Element Financial (TSE: EFN)</span> from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating on the stock. Scotiabank&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 14.57% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at BMO Capital Markets raised their price target on shares of Element Financial from C$10.50 to C$11.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 15th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at TD Securities initiated coverage on shares of Element Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 1st. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a C$11.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at RBC Capital raised their price target on shares of Element Financial from C$10.00 to C$11.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, March 21st. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating and two have given a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of C$12.00.</p>
<p>Element Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/EFN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: EFN</a>) traded up 2.29% on Wednesday, hitting $11.16. Element Financial has a 52-week low of $4.98 and a 52-week high of $11.34. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $8.80. </p>
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		<title>General Mills Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Deutsche Bank (GIS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:01:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[General Mills (NYSE: GIS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Deutsche Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a $55.00 target price on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 11.83% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several other analysts have also recently [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/General_Mills-logo-519F734851-seeklogo.com.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/General_Mills-logo-519F734851-seeklogo.com.gif" alt="General Mills logo" title="General Mills logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>General Mills (NYSE: GIS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Deutsche Bank in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a $55.00 target price on the stock. Deutsche Bank&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 11.83% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of General Mills in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. Separately, analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of General Mills in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a $46.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have issued  a hold rating and eleven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $48.47.</p>
<p>General Mills (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GIS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GIS</a>) traded down 1.46% on Wednesday, hitting $49.18. General Mills has a 52-week low of $36.75 and a 52-week high of $50.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $49.2. The company has a market cap of $31.704 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.28.</p>
<p>General Mills, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GIS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GIS</a>) is a manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191799" /></p>
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		<title>Carrizo Oil &amp; Gas Price Target Increased to $34.00 by Analysts at RBC Capital (CRZO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:50:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at RBC Capital increased their price target on shares of Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas (NASDAQ: CRZO) from $32.00 to $34.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 15.25% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/carrizo-oil--gas-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/carrizo-oil--gas-logo.gif" alt="Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas logo" title="Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at RBC Capital increased their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas (NASDAQ: CRZO)</span> from $32.00 to $34.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would suggest a potential upside of 15.25% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at C.K. Cooper  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at Howard Weil raised their price target on shares of Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas from $29.00 to $33.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Oppenheimer  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $33.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $30.00.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, six have given a buy rating and two have assigned  a strong buy rating to the company. Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $28.83.</p>
<p>Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CRZO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CRZO</a>) traded up 2.25% on Wednesday, hitting $29.50. Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas has a 52-week low of $19.04 and a 52-week high of $31.32. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $25.26. The company has a market cap of $1.191 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.05.</p>
<p>Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas (NASDAQ: CRZO) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, May 7th. The company reported $0.54 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.44 by $0.10. The company had revenue of $118.20 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $113.09 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.46 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 28.9% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas will post $2.21 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Carrizo Oil &#038; Gas, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CRZO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CRZO</a>) is an independent energy company, together with its subsidiaries is engaged in the exploration, development, production and transportation of natural gas and oil, principally in the United States.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191837" /></p>
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		<title>Principal Financial Group PT Raised to $39.00 (PFG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:50:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their target price on shares of Principal Financial Group (NYSE: PFG) from $35.00 to $39.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price objective would indicate a potential upside of 2.09% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/principal-financial-group-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/principal-financial-group-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Principal Financial Group logo" title="Principal Financial Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Principal Financial Group (NYSE: PFG)</span> from $35.00 to $39.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price objective would indicate a potential upside of 2.09% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on PFG. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Principal Financial Group in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a $38.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Principal Financial Group from $34.00 to $37.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. Finally, analysts at Macquarie  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Principal Financial Group in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 30th. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued  a hold rating, two have given a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. Principal Financial Group  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $35.64.</p>
<p>Principal Financial Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PFG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PFG</a>) traded down 1.75% on Wednesday, hitting $38.20. Principal Financial Group has a 1-year low of $24.21 and a 1-year high of $39.05. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $37.64. The company has a market cap of $11.209 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.56.</p>
<p>Principal Financial Group (NYSE: PFG) last released its earnings data on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.79 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.74 by $0.05. The company had revenue of $2.28 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.31 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.70 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 8.4% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Principal Financial Group will post $3.34 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Principal Financial Group, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PFG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PFG</a>) is a provider of retirement savings, investment and insurance products and services.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191861" /></p>
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		<title>Primerica Given New $40.00 Price Target at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (PRI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:50:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price objective on shares of Primerica (NYSE: PRI) from $35.00 to $40.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; target price would suggest a potential upside of 7.07% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of other firms have [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/primerica-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/primerica-logo.jpg" alt="Primerica logo" title="Primerica logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods raised their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Primerica (NYSE: PRI)</span> from $35.00 to $40.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; target price would suggest a potential upside of 7.07% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on PRI. Analysts at Raymond James raised their price target on shares of Primerica from $39.00 to $41.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at SunTrust upgraded shares of Primerica from a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, April 22nd.</p>
<p>Two research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and one  has given a buy rating to the stock. Primerica currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $38.67.</p>
<p>Shares of Primerica (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/PRI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: PRI</a>) traded down 0.48% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $37.36. Primerica has a 52 week low of $24.68 and a 52 week high of $37.57. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $35.08. The company has a market cap of $2.129 billion and a P/E ratio of 13.61.</p>
<p>Primerica (NYSE: PRI) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, May 7th. The company reported $0.65 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.69 by $0.04. The company had revenue of $308.40 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $310.10 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.61 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 7.6% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Primerica will post $2.92 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Primerica, Inc.is a distributor of financial products to middle income households in North America with approximately 100,000 licensed sales representatives.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191860" /></p>
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		<title>Citi Trends Rating Reiterated by Citigroup (CTRN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:50:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Citigroup in a research report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN) traded down 0.84% on Wednesday, hitting $14.16. Citi Trends has a 52-week low of $9.73 and a 52-week high of $16.42. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/citi-trends-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/citi-trends-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Citi Trends logo" title="Citi Trends logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Citigroup in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Citi Trends (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CTRN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CTRN</a>) traded down 0.84% on Wednesday, hitting $14.16. Citi Trends has a 52-week low of $9.73 and a 52-week high of $16.42. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $10.39. The company&#8217;s market cap is $208.9 million.</p>
<p>Citi Trends (NASDAQ: CTRN) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 22nd. The company reported $0.42 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.56 by $0.14. The company had revenue of $181.80 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $186.63 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.69 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 8.0% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Citi Trends will post $-0.06 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on CTRN. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of Citi Trends from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 3rd. They now have a $9.50 price target on the stock. Analysts at Susquehanna cut their price target on shares of Citi Trends from $17.00 to $13.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, March 21st. They now have a &#8220;positive&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, two have assigned  a hold rating and two have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $13.17.</p>
<p>Citi Trends, Inc. is a retailer of urban fashion apparel and accessories for the entire family. The Company offers branded apparel from national brands, as well as private label apparel, accessories and a limited assortment of home decor items.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191882" /></p>
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		<title>Rosetta Resources Given New $50.00 Price Target at SunTrust (ROSE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:50:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at SunTrust cut their price target on shares of Rosetta Resources (NASDAQ: ROSE) from $57.00 to $50.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. SunTrust&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 7.25% from the company&#8217;s current price. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/3538.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/3538.jpg" alt="Rosetta Resources logo" title="Rosetta Resources logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at SunTrust cut their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Rosetta Resources (NASDAQ: ROSE)</span> from $57.00 to $50.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. SunTrust&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 7.25% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on ROSE. Analysts at Cowen and Company downgraded shares of Rosetta Resources from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They now have a $50.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at RBC Capital cut their price target on shares of Rosetta Resources from $63.00 to $60.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 16th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Wells Fargo upgraded shares of Rosetta Resources from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 16th.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and fourteen have given a buy rating to the stock. Rosetta Resources  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $57.06.</p>
<p>Shares of Rosetta Resources (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ROSE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ROSE</a>) traded down 2.37% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $46.63. Rosetta Resources has a 52 week low of $32.37 and a 52 week high of $54.61. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $47.01. The company has a market cap of $2.468 billion and a P/E ratio of 13.27.</p>
<p>Rosetta Resources (NASDAQ: ROSE) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, May 6th. The company reported $1.18 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.93 by $0.25. The company had revenue of $178.12 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $193.29 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.64 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 55.6% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Rosetta Resources will post $4.23 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Rosetta Resources Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ROSE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ROSE</a>)is an independent exploration and production company engaged in the acquisition and development of onshore energy resources in the United States of America.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191866" /></p>
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		<title>Adobe Systems PT Raised to $54.00 (ADBE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sanford C. Bernstein hoisted their price target on shares of Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) from $52.00 to $54.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 17.90% from the company&#8217;s current price. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg" alt="Adobe Systems logo" title="Adobe Systems logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Sanford C. Bernstein hoisted their price target on shares of <span>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE)</span> from $52.00 to $54.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 17.90% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Adobe Systems (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) traded up 5.58% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $45.78. Adobe Systems has a 52 week low of $29.52 and a 52 week high of $47.17. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.09. The company has a market cap of $22.979 billion and a P/E ratio of 30.58.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, June 18th. The company reported $0.36 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.34 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $1.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.01 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.60 earnings per share. Adobe Systems&#8217;s revenue was down 10.1% compared to the same quarter last year. Adobe Systems has set its FY13 guidance at approx $1.45 EPS and its Q3 guidance at $0.29-0.35 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Adobe Systems will post $1.44 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>ADBE has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at William Blair initiated coverage on shares of Adobe Systems in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They set a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Merrill Lynch upgraded shares of Adobe Systems from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse upgraded shares of Adobe Systems from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have given a hold rating and fifteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $47.83.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) is a diversified software company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191822" /></p>
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		<title>LB Securities Increases 5N Plus Price Target to C$3.60 (VNP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:37:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at LB Securities increased their price target on shares of 5N Plus (TSE: VNP) from C$3.00 to C$3.60 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. LB Securities&#8217; target price would suggest a potential upside of 25.00% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg" alt="5N Plus logo" title="5N Plus" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at LB Securities increased their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>5N Plus (TSE: VNP)</span> from C$3.00 to C$3.60 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. LB Securities&#8217; target price would suggest a potential upside of 25.00% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Laurentian raised their price target on shares of 5N Plus from C$3.00 to C$3.60 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Stonecap Securities raised their price target on shares of 5N Plus from C$1.50 to C$2.10 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Cormark upgraded shares of 5N Plus from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, one  has given a hold rating and six have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of C$3.18.</p>
<p>Shares of 5N Plus (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/VNP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: VNP</a>) traded up 2.08% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $2.94. 5N Plus has a 52 week low of $1.43 and a 52 week high of $3.08. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $2.05. The company&#8217;s market cap is $246.7 million.</p>
<p>5N Plus Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/VNP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: VNP</a>) is a producer of specialty metal and chemical products used in pharmaceutical, electronic and industrial applications.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191820" /></p>
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		<title>AFLAC Price Target Raised to $75.00 at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (AFL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:37:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods boosted their price objective on shares of AFLAC (NYSE: AFL) from $68.00 to $75.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 30.80% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. AFLAC (NYSE: AFL) traded down 0.74% on Wednesday, hitting $57.34. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aflac-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aflac-logo.jpg" alt="AFLAC logo" title="AFLAC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods boosted their price objective on shares of <span>AFLAC (NYSE: AFL)</span> from $68.00 to $75.00 in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 30.80% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>AFLAC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AFL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AFL</a>) traded down 0.74% on Wednesday, hitting $57.34. AFLAC has a 1-year low of $39.34 and a 1-year high of $58.46. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $55.65. The company has a market cap of $26.733 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.13.</p>
<p>AFLAC (NYSE: AFL) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $1.69 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $1.62 by $0.07. The company had revenue of $6.21 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $6.15 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.68 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down .5% on a year-over-year basis. AFLAC has set its Q2 guidance at $1.41-1.56 EPS and its FY13 guidance at $5.99-6.37 EPS. Analysts expect that AFLAC will post $6.17 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on AFL. Analysts at Sterne Agee  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of AFLAC in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $67.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $65.00. Separately, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of AFLAC from $58.00 to $61.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. Finally, analysts at Sandler O&#8217;Neill raised their price target on shares of AFLAC from $60.00 to $62.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have assigned  a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $59.06.</p>
<p>Aflac Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AFL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AFL</a>) is a general business holding company and acts as a management company, overseeing the operations of its subsidiaries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191824" /></p>
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		<title>Symetra Financial Price Target Increased to $16.00 by Analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (SYA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:37:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods lifted their price target on shares of Symetra Financial (NYSE: SYA) from $14.00 to $16.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 3.09% from the company&#8217;s current price. Separately, analysts at Barclays [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/symetra-financial-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/symetra-financial-logo.jpg" alt="Symetra Financial logo" title="Symetra Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods lifted their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Symetra Financial (NYSE: SYA)</span> from $14.00 to $16.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 3.09% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Barclays Capital raised their price target on shares of Symetra Financial from $12.00 to $13.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 2nd. They now have an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and one  has issued  a hold rating to the company. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Sell&#8221; and a consensus price target of $13.63.</p>
<p>Symetra Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SYA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SYA</a>) traded down 0.89% on Wednesday, hitting $15.51. Symetra Financial has a 52-week low of $10.78 and a 52-week high of $15.89. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $14.00. The company has a market cap of $2.142 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.03.</p>
<p>Symetra Financial (NYSE: SYA) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.37 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.34 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $557.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $518.39 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.43 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 2.6% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Symetra Financial will post $1.39 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Symetra Financial Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/SYA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: SYA</a>) financial services company in the life insurance industry.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191868" /></p>
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		<title>RBC Capital Increases BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund Price Target to $290.00 (MYB)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at RBC Capital upped their target price on shares of BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund (NYSE: MYB) from $273.00 to $290.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackrock-muniyield-new-york-insured-fund-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/blackrock-muniyield-new-york-insured-fund-logo.png" alt="BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund logo" title="BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at RBC Capital upped their target price on shares of <span>BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund (NYSE: MYB)</span> from $273.00 to $290.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
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<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund from $260.00 to $281.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund from $275.00 to $307.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. They now have an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Susquehanna downgraded shares of BlackRock MuniYield New York Insured Fund from a &#8220;positive&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a $300.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $296.00.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $287.61.</p>
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		<title>Adobe Systems PT Raised to $49.00 at JMP Securities (ADBE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:25:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research analysts at JMP Securities increased their target price on shares of Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) from $46.00 to $49.00 in a report released on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;market outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. JMP Securities&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 6.99% from the stock&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/adobe-systems-logo.jpg" alt="Adobe Systems logo" title="Adobe Systems logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Research analysts at JMP Securities increased their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE)</span> from $46.00 to $49.00 in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;market outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. JMP Securities&#8217; price target would indicate a potential upside of 6.99% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>ADBE has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein raised their price target on shares of Adobe Systems from $52.00 to $54.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at William Blair initiated coverage on shares of Adobe Systems in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They set a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Merrill Lynch upgraded shares of Adobe Systems from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have given a hold rating and fifteen have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $47.83.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) traded up 5.58% on Wednesday, hitting $45.78. Adobe Systems has a 1-year low of $29.52 and a 1-year high of $47.17. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.09. The company has a market cap of $22.979 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.58.</p>
<p>Adobe Systems (NASDAQ: ADBE) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, June 18th. The company reported $0.36 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.34 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $1.01 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.01 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.60 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 10.1% on a year-over-year basis. Adobe Systems has set its FY13 guidance at approx $1.45 EPS and its Q3 guidance at $0.29-0.35 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Adobe Systems will post $1.44 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Adobe Systems Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ADBE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ADBE</a>) is a diversified software company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191823" /></p>
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		<title>M Partners Increases Enterprise Group Price Target to C$2.05 (E)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:25:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at M Partners lifted their price target on shares of Enterprise Group (TSE: E) from C$1.30 to C$2.05 in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. M Partners&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 210.61% from the company&#8217;s current price. Enterprise [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg" alt="Enterprise Group logo" title="Enterprise Group" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at M Partners lifted their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Enterprise Group (TSE: E)</span> from C$1.30 to C$2.05 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. M Partners&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 210.61% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Enterprise Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/E/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: E</a>) traded down 2.94% on Wednesday, hitting $0.66. Enterprise Group has a 1-year low of $0.15 and a 1-year high of $0.74. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $0.47. The company has a market cap of $40.7 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.56.</p>
<p>Enterprise Group, Inc., formerly Enterprise Oilfield Group, Inc., is a construction services company operating in the energy, utility and transportation infrastructure industry.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191849" /></p>
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		<title>Bonterra Energy Corp Now Covered by Analysts at Dundee Securities (BNE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:25:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at Dundee Securities started coverage on shares of Bonterra Energy Corp (TSE: BNE) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a C$56.50 price target on the stock. Dundee Securities&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 14.16% from the company&#8217;s current [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bonterra-energy-corp-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/bonterra-energy-corp-logo.gif" alt="Bonterra Energy Corp logo" title="Bonterra Energy Corp logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at Dundee Securities started coverage on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Bonterra Energy Corp (TSE: BNE)</span> in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a C$56.50 price target on the stock. Dundee Securities&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 14.16% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on BNE. Analysts at Scotiabank  reiterated a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Bonterra Energy Corp in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 15th. They now have a C$55.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TD Securities downgraded shares of Bonterra Energy Corp from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 14th. They now have a C$54.00 price target on the stock, down previously from C$55.00. Finally, analysts at TD Securities upgraded shares of Bonterra Energy Corp from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, April 8th. They now have a C$55.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have issued  a buy rating to the company. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of C$53.25.</p>
<p>Bonterra Energy Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/BNE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: BNE</a>) traded up 0.12% on Wednesday, hitting $49.55. Bonterra Energy Corp has a 1-year low of $39.65 and a 1-year high of $51.50. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.25. The company has a market cap of $1.517 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 30.55.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a may 13 dividend, which is scheduled for Friday, June 28th. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 14th will be given a dividend of $0.28 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 12th. </p>
<p>Bonterra Energy Corp. is an oil and gas company. All of the Company&#8217;s oil and natural gas properties are located in the Provinces of Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191835" /></p>
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		<title>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch&#8217;s &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating Reaffirmed at Oppenheimer (ANF)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:25:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Abercrombie &#038; Fitch (NYSE: ANF)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Oppenheimer in a research report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Merrill Lynch raised their price target on shares of Abercrombie &#038; Fitch to $60.00 in a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/abercrombie--fitch-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/abercrombie--fitch-logo.jpg" alt="Abercrombie &#038; Fitch logo" title="Abercrombie &#038; Fitch logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Abercrombie &#038; Fitch (NYSE: ANF)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Oppenheimer in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Merrill Lynch raised their price target on shares of Abercrombie &#038; Fitch to $60.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. Separately, analysts at Ned Davis Research downgraded shares of Abercrombie &#038; Fitch from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th.</p>
<p>One research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, ten have given a hold rating and twenty have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The company presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $55.00.</p>
<p>Abercrombie &#038; Fitch (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ANF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ANF</a>) traded down 2.25% on Wednesday, hitting $47.85. Abercrombie &#038; Fitch has a 1-year low of $28.64 and a 1-year high of $55.23. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $51.14. The company has a market cap of $3.749 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.91.</p>
<p>Abercrombie &#038; Fitch (NYSE: ANF) last announced its earnings results on Friday, May 24th. The company reported ($0.09) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of ($0.05) by $0.04. The company had revenue of $838.90 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $941.66 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.03 earnings per share. Abercrombie &#038; Fitch&#8217;s revenue was down 8.9% compared to the same quarter last year. Abercrombie &#038; Fitch has set its Q2 guidance at $0.28-0.33 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $3.15-3.25 EPS. Analysts expect that Abercrombie &#038; Fitch will post $3.27 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Abercrombie &#038; Fitch Co (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ANF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ANF</a>), through its subsidiaries, is a specialty retailer of casual apparel for men, women and kids.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191879" /></p>
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		<title>Oppenheimer Reiterates &#8220;Market Perform&#8221; Rating for The Gap (GPS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:25:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Gap (NYSE: GPS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. GPS has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at TheStreet reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of The Gap in a research note to investors [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gap-300x213.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gap-300x213.jpg" alt="The Gap logo" title="The Gap logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>The Gap (NYSE: GPS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>GPS has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of The Gap in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. Separately, analysts at Ned Davis Research downgraded shares of The Gap from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th. Finally, analysts at Argus raised their price target on shares of The Gap from $42.00 to $48.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 31st. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, twelve have given a hold rating and fifteen have given a buy rating to the stock. The Gap presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $42.05.</p>
<p>The Gap (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GPS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GPS</a>) traded down 1.42% on Wednesday, hitting $41.74. The Gap has a 52-week low of $25.97 and a 52-week high of $42.40. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $40.38. The company has a market cap of $19.522 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.47.</p>
<p>The Gap (NYSE: GPS) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 23rd. The company reported $0.71 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.69 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $3.73 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.68 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.47 earnings per share. The Gap&#8217;s revenue was up 6.9% compared to the same quarter last year. The Gap has set its FY14 guidance at $2.52-2.60 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  The Gap will post $2.71 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Wednesday, July 31st. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, July 10th will be paid a dividend of $0.15 per share. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.44%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, July 8th. </p>
<p>The Gap, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GPS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GPS</a>) is a global specialty apparel company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191883" /></p>
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		<title>Mercury Professional Group Addresses High Cost of Instructor Led Microsoft Sharepoint® Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:16:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Company Offers Discounts to New Students Who Sign Up Before July 1st PRESS RELEASE: Charlotte, NC (June 20, 2013) &#8211; Mercury Professional Group, a leader in instructor led distance learning for Microsoft SharePoint®, today announced a new program to help organizations struggling to ensure their staff can leverage the full strength of Microsoft Sharepoint. Starting [...]]]></description>
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<p>PRESS RELEASE: Charlotte, NC (June 20, 2013) &#8211; <a href="http://www.mercurypro.com/">Mercury Professional Group</a>, a leader in instructor led distance learning for Microsoft SharePoint®, today announced a new program to help organizations struggling to ensure their staff can leverage the full strength of <a href="http://www.mercurypro.com/courses/">Microsoft Sharepoint</a>.</p>
<p>Starting today, Mercury Professional Group is offering $200 off all Virtual Instructor Led training for the following courses:</p>
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<li>SharePoint Server 2010 for Power Users</li>
<li>SharePoint 2010 for Business Intelligence 1</li>
<li>SharePoint 2010 for Business 2</li>
<li>Mastering SharePoint 2010 as a Business Intelligence Platform</li>
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<p>Students wishing to save $200 just need to use coupon code ‘JULYTRAINING’ at checkout.</p>
<p>Mercury Professional Group’s classes are designed to teach users from the ground up, leading them through the design and use of tools that are traditionally utilized for creating individual and team-based business intelligence solutions based on the Microsoft SharePoint. </p>
<p>See an updated <a href="http://www.mercurypro.com/schedule/">schedule</a> and sign up for courses at the Mercury Professional Groups website www.mercurypro.com.</p>
<p><strong>About Mercury Professional Group</strong></p>
<p>The Mercury Professional Group is a leading provider of professional service solutions for business, government, and large educational institutions. Mercury Professional Group services include consulting, implementation, and training for Microsoft’s on-premise and cloud-based communication and collaboration solutions. Our core competencies include Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Lync, and Office 365.</p>
<p>Established in 2007 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Mercury Professional Group is a Certified Microsoft Partner servicing clients across the United States and Canada. Our hands-on courseware has been developed to provide real-world solutions and are taught by subject matter experts with real-world expertise.</p>
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<p>Pam Edwards</p>
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		<title>Ascena Retail Group Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Oppenheimer (ASNA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:12:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ascena Retail Group (NASDAQ: ASNA)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Oppenheimer in a research report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Ascena Retail Group (NASDAQ: ASNA) traded down 0.40% on Wednesday, hitting $17.62. Ascena Retail Group has a 1-year low of $15.95 and a 1-year high of $22.18. The stock&#8217;s 50-day [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ascena-retail-group-inc-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ascena-retail-group-inc-logo.gif" alt="Ascena Retail Group logo" title="Ascena Retail Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Ascena Retail Group (NASDAQ: ASNA)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by equities researchers at Oppenheimer in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Ascena Retail Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ASNA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ASNA</a>) traded down 0.40% on Wednesday, hitting $17.62. Ascena Retail Group has a 1-year low of $15.95 and a 1-year high of $22.18. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $19.14. The company has a market cap of $2.766 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.18.</p>
<p>Ascena Retail Group (NASDAQ: ASNA) last released its earnings data on Wednesday, June 5th. The company reported $0.26 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.30 by $0.04. The company had revenue of $1.14 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.17 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.34 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 45.8% on a year-over-year basis. Ascena Retail Group has set its FY13 guidance at $1.10-1.15 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Ascena Retail Group will post $1.12 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Piper Jaffray cut their price target on shares of Ascena Retail Group from $25.00 to $24.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. Finally, analysts at Goldman Sachs initiated coverage on shares of Ascena Retail Group in a research note to investors on Friday, March 22nd. They set a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating and a $20.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have given a buy rating to the stock. Ascena Retail Group  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $21.42.</p>
<p>Ascena Retail Group, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/ASNA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: ASNA</a>), formerly The Dress Barn, Inc.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191880" /></p>
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		<title>Oppenheimer Reiterates Market Perform Rating for Chico&#8217;s (CHS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:12:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chico&#8217;s (NYSE: CHS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by Oppenheimer in a research note issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Chico&#8217;s (NYSE: CHS) traded down 0.82% on Wednesday, hitting $16.90. Chico&#8217;s has a 52-week low of $13.76 and a 52-week high of $19.95. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $18.41. The company has [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/chicos-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/chicos-logo.gif" alt="Chico's logo" title="Chico's logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Chico&#8217;s (NYSE: CHS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by Oppenheimer in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Chico&#8217;s (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CHS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CHS</a>) traded down 0.82% on Wednesday, hitting $16.90. Chico&#8217;s has a 52-week low of $13.76 and a 52-week high of $19.95. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $18.41. The company has a market cap of $2.680 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.94.</p>
<p>Chico&#8217;s (NYSE: CHS) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 29th. The company reported $0.31 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.36 by $0.05. The company had revenue of $670.72 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $707.75 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.32 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 3.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Chico&#8217;s will post $1.17 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Jefferies Group cut their price target on shares of Chico&#8217;s from $18.00 to $17.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Thomson Reuters/Verus upgraded shares of Chico&#8217;s from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. Finally, analysts at Ned Davis Research upgraded shares of Chico&#8217;s from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, eight have given a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Chico&#8217;s presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $21.00.</p>
<p>Chico&#8217;s FAS, Inc. is a specialty retailer of private branded, casual-to-dressy clothing, intimates, complementary accessories, and other non-clothing gift items under the Chico&#8217;s, White House / Black Market (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CHS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CHS</a>) and Soma Intimates (Soma) brand names.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191881" /></p>
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		<title>Limited Brands Rating Reiterated by Oppenheimer (LTD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:12:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Limited Brands (NYSE: LTD)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. A number of other firms have also recently commented on LTD. Analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Limited Brands from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/limited-brands-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/limited-brands-logo.jpg" alt="Limited Brands logo" title="Limited Brands logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Limited Brands (NYSE: LTD)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by stock analysts at Oppenheimer in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on LTD. Analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Limited Brands from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Limited Brands in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $53.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Limited Brands in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 5th. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eleven have issued  a hold rating and thirteen have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $51.79.</p>
<p>Limited Brands (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/LTD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: LTD</a>) traded down 0.96% on Wednesday, hitting $51.82. Limited Brands has a 52-week low of $40.32 and a 52-week high of $53.33. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $50.91. The company has a market cap of $14.996 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.02.</p>
<p>Limited Brands (NYSE: LTD) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 22nd. The company reported $0.48 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.46 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $2.27 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.26 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.41 earnings per share. Limited Brands&#8217;s revenue was up 5.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Limited Brands has set its Q2 guidance at $0.50-0.55 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $2.95-3.15 EPS. Analysts expect that Limited Brands will post $3.14 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Friday, June 21st. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 7th will be given a dividend of $0.30 per share. This represents a $1.20 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.32%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 5th. </p>
<p>Limited Brands, Inc. operates in a specialty retail business. The Company is a specialty retailer of women’s intimate and other apparel, beauty and personal care products and accessories.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191886" /></p>
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		<title>American Eagle Stock Rating Lowered by Oppenheimer (AEO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:12:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[American Eagle (NYSE: AEO) was downgraded by research analysts at Oppenheimer from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. AEO has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Citigroup downgraded shares of American Eagle from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/american-eagle-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/american-eagle-logo.gif" alt="American Eagle logo" title="American Eagle logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>American Eagle (NYSE: AEO)</span> was downgraded by research analysts at Oppenheimer from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>AEO has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Citigroup downgraded shares of American Eagle from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $21.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $23.00. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of American Eagle in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $20.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG cut their EPS estimates on shares of American Eagle in a research note on Thursday. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating and a $22.00 price target on the stock. They previously had a $23.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eleven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $21.79.</p>
<p>Shares of American Eagle (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AEO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AEO</a>) traded down 2.30% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $18.72. American Eagle has a 52 week low of $18.02 and a 52 week high of $23.94. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $19.59. The company has a market cap of $3.607 billion and a P/E ratio of 17.36.</p>
<p>American Eagle (NYSE: AEO) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 22nd. The company reported $0.18 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.17 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $679.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $678.41 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.20 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 4.1% on a year-over-year basis. American Eagle has set its Q2 guidance at $0.19-0.21 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $1.42-1.45 EPS. Analysts expect that American Eagle will post $1.44 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Friday, July 12th. Shareholders of record on Monday, July 1st will be paid a dividend of $0.13 per share. This represents a $0.50 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.67%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, June 27th. This is a positive change from American Eagle&#8217;s previous quarterly dividend of $0.11. </p>
<p>American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AEO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AEO</a>) is a specialty retailer that operates in the United Sates and Canada, and online at ae.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191876" /></p>
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		<title>Aeropostale Downgraded to Market Perform at Oppenheimer (ARO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Aeropostale (NYSE: ARO) was downgraded by Oppenheimer from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on ARO. Analysts at Thomson Reuters/Verus upgraded shares of Aeropostale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aeropostale-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aeropostale-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Aeropostale logo" title="Aeropostale logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Aeropostale (NYSE: ARO)</span> was downgraded by Oppenheimer from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on ARO. Analysts at Thomson Reuters/Verus upgraded shares of Aeropostale from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. Separately, analysts at Imperial Capital raised their price target on shares of Aeropostale from $15.00 to $17.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 28th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Jefferies Group raised their price target on shares of Aeropostale from $17.00 to $20.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, sixteen have given a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $15.88.</p>
<p>Aeropostale (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ARO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ARO</a>) traded down 1.01% on Wednesday, hitting $13.75. Aeropostale has a 1-year low of $11.76 and a 1-year high of $20.99. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $14.94. The company has a market cap of $1.079 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 96.46.</p>
<p>Aeropostale (NYSE: ARO) last released its earnings data on Thursday, May 23rd. The company reported ($0.16) earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of ($0.17) by $0.01. The company had revenue of $452.30 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $444.26 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.13 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 9.0% on a year-over-year basis. Aeropostale has set its Q2 guidance at ($0.15)-($0.20) EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Aeropostale will post $0.37 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Aeropostale, Inc., (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/ARO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: ARO</a>) is a mall-based, specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories, principally targeting 14 to 17 year-old young women and men through its Aeropostale stores and 4 to 12 year-old kids through its P.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191877" /></p>
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		<title>Cornerstone OnDemand Price Target Increased to $51.00 by Analysts at Credit Suisse (CSOD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at Credit Suisse increased their price objective on shares of Cornerstone OnDemand (NASDAQ: CSOD) from $40.00 to $51.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 11.40% from the company&#8217;s current price. CSOD has been the subject of a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cornerstone-ondemand-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cornerstone-ondemand-logo.png" alt="Cornerstone OnDemand logo" title="Cornerstone OnDemand logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at Credit Suisse increased their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Cornerstone OnDemand (NASDAQ: CSOD)</span> from $40.00 to $51.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. Credit Suisse&#8217;s price target would indicate a potential upside of 11.40% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>CSOD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Stephens initiated coverage on shares of Cornerstone OnDemand in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They set an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Northland Capital Partners raised their price target on shares of Cornerstone OnDemand from $38.00 to $44.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. Finally, analysts at Nomura raised their price target on shares of Cornerstone OnDemand from $36.00 to $40.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eight have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Cornerstone OnDemand currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $39.00.</p>
<p>Cornerstone OnDemand (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CSOD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CSOD</a>) traded up 2.06% on Wednesday, hitting $45.67. Cornerstone OnDemand has a 1-year low of $18.02 and a 1-year high of $35.69. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $33.. The company&#8217;s market cap is $2.331 billion.</p>
<p>Cornerstone OnDemand (NASDAQ: CSOD) last released its earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported ($0.10) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.08) by $0.02. The company had revenue of $37.70 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $37.83 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted ($0.10) earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 57.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Cornerstone OnDemand will post $-0.18 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Cornerstone OnDemand, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CSOD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CSOD</a>) is a global provider of a learning and talent management solution delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS).<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191843" /></p>
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		<title>Rio Tinto Limited Rating Reiterated by UBS AG (RIO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:03:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at UBS AG in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) traded up 1.55% on Wednesday, hitting A$54.380. Rio Tinto Limited has a 1-year low of A$48.370 and a 1-year [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg" alt="Rio Tinto Limited logo" title="Rio Tinto Limited" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at UBS AG in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports.</p>
<p>Rio Tinto Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/ASX/RIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>ASX: RIO</a>) traded up 1.55% on Wednesday, hitting A$54.380. Rio Tinto Limited has a 1-year low of A$48.370 and a 1-year high of A$72.300. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently A$55.08. The company&#8217;s market cap is A$100.5 billion.</p>
<p>Rio Tinto Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/ASX/RIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>ASX: RIO</a>) is engaged in finding, mining and processing mineral resources.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191873" /></p>
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		<title>Enpro Industries Incorporated PT Raised to $61.00 (NPO)</title>
		<link>http://localizedusa.com/2013/06/19/enpro-industries-incorporated-pt-raised-to-61-00-npo/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:03:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Sterne Agee upped their price objective on shares of Enpro Industries Incorporated (NYSE: NPO) from $52.00 to $61.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Sterne Agee&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 20.19% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/enpro-industries-incorporated-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/enpro-industries-incorporated-logo.png" alt="Enpro Industries Incorporated logo" title="Enpro Industries Incorporated logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Sterne Agee upped their price objective on shares of <span>Enpro Industries Incorporated (NYSE: NPO)</span> from $52.00 to $61.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Sterne Agee&#8217;s price objective indicates a potential upside of 20.19% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Enpro Industries Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/NPO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: NPO</a>) traded down 0.24% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $50.78. Enpro Industries Incorporated has a 52 week low of $32.32 and a 52 week high of $51.74. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $49.98. The company has a market cap of $1.060 billion and a P/E ratio of 30.83.</p>
<p>Enpro Industries Incorporated (NYSE: NPO) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $0.39 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.59 by $0.20. The company had revenue of $286.90 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $290.77 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.91 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 8.0% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Enpro Industries Incorporated will post $2.02 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Oppenheimer raised their price target on shares of Enpro Industries Incorporated from $50.00 to $58.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of Enpro Industries Incorporated from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 7th. They now have a $53.90 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have assigned  a buy rating to the company. Enpro Industries Incorporated  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $57.63.</p>
<p>EnPro Industries, Inc. is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing and marketing of engineered industrial products.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191848" /></p>
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		<title>Ameriprise Financial Price Target Increased to $93.00 by Analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (AMP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:03:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods hoisted their price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) from $83.00 to $93.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; target price would indicate a potential upside of 14.07% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of Ameriprise [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ameriprise-financial-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/ameriprise-financial-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Ameriprise Financial logo" title="Ameriprise Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods hoisted their price target on shares of <span>Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP)</span> from $83.00 to $93.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; target price would indicate a potential upside of 14.07% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Ameriprise Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AMP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AMP</a>) traded down 2.23% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $81.53. Ameriprise Financial has a one year low of $47.84 and a one year high of $84.29. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $80.15. The company has a market cap of $16.431 billion and a P/E ratio of 16.24.</p>
<p>Ameriprise Financial (NYSE: AMP) last announced its earnings results on Monday, April 22nd. The company reported $1.59 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.56 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $2.69 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.72 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $1.45 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 5.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Ameriprise Financial will post $6.60 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Ameriprise Financial  set a $93.00 price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Separately, analysts at UBS AG  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Ameriprise Financial in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a $89.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse raised their price target on shares of Ameriprise Financial from $75.00 to $82.00 in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 30th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and six have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Ameriprise Financial currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $84.56.</p>
<p>Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AMP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AMP</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191832" /></p>
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		<title>Pacific Brands Limited Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Commonwealth Bank (PBG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:03:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pacific Brands Limited (ASX: PBG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Commonwealth Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. Pacific Brands Limited (ASX: PBG) traded up 2.88% on Wednesday, hitting A$0.715. Pacific Brands Limited has a 1-year low of A$0.465 and a 1-year high of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg" alt="Pacific Brands Limited logo" title="Pacific Brands Limited" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Pacific Brands Limited (ASX: PBG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Commonwealth Bank in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Pacific Brands Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/ASX/PBG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>ASX: PBG</a>) traded up 2.88% on Wednesday, hitting A$0.715. Pacific Brands Limited has a 1-year low of A$0.465 and a 1-year high of A$0.740. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently A$0.60. The company&#8217;s market cap is A$652.7 million.</p>
<p>Pacific Brands Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/ASX/PBG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>ASX: PBG</a>) is an Australia-based company operating in three segments: Underwear, Workwear and Homewares, Footwear &#038; Outerwear.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191874" /></p>
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		<title>PGT Given New $10.00 Price Target at RBC Capital (PGTI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at RBC Capital upped their price objective on shares of PGT (NASDAQ: PGTI) from $9.00 to $10.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 14.94% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pgt-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/pgt-logo.gif" alt="PGT logo" title="PGT logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at RBC Capital upped their price objective on shares of <span>PGT (NASDAQ: PGTI)</span> from $9.00 to $10.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. RBC Capital&#8217;s target price would indicate a potential upside of 14.94% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>PGT (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/PGTI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: PGTI</a>) remained flat at $8.68 during trading on Wednesday. PGT has a 52-week low of $1.98 and a 52-week high of $8.22. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $6.81. The company has a market cap of $452.3 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 33.51.</p>
<p>PGT (NASDAQ: PGTI) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $0.06 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.03 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $49.56 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $45.70 million. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 30.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  PGT will post $0.35 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on PGTI. Analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of PGT in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $9.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $3.50. Analysts at Craig Hallum initiated coverage on shares of PGT in a research note to investors on Friday, April 26th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Six equities research analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $7.50.</p>
<p>PGT, Inc. is a manufacturer of impact-resistant aluminum and vinyl-framed windows and doors and offers a range of fully customizable window and door products.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191859" /></p>
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		<title>Howard Weil Lowers Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo Price Target to C$20.00 (HRP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:49:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities researchers at Howard Weil decreased their target price on shares of Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo (CVE: HRP) from C$24.00 to C$20.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on the stock. A number of other firms have also recently commented on HRP. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg" alt="Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo logo" title="Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities researchers at Howard Weil decreased their target price on shares of <span>Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo (CVE: HRP)</span> from C$24.00 to C$20.00 in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;sector perform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
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<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on HRP. Analysts at Salman Partners upgraded shares of Hrt Participacoes Em Petroleo from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;speculative buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd. They now have a C$1.25 price target on the stock, up previously from C$0.80.</p>
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		<title>Century Aluminum Company Rating Lowered to Underperform at Merrill Lynch (CENX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:49:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) was downgraded by investment analysts at Merrill Lynch from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Bank of America downgraded shares of Century Aluminum Company from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/century-aluminum-company-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/century-aluminum-company-logo.gif" alt="Century Aluminum Company logo" title="Century Aluminum Company logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX)</span> was downgraded by investment analysts at Merrill Lynch from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Bank of America downgraded shares of Century Aluminum Company from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $9.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Morgan Stanley upgraded shares of Century Aluminum Company from an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating to an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. Finally, analysts at TheStreet upgraded shares of Century Aluminum Company from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 7th.</p>
<p>Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have assigned  a hold rating and three have assigned  a buy rating to the company. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $9.00.</p>
<p>Century Aluminum Company (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CENX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CENX</a>) traded down 4.08% on Wednesday, hitting $9.65. Century Aluminum Company has a 52-week low of $5.52 and a 52-week high of $9.70. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $7.60. The company&#8217;s market cap is $855.0 million.</p>
<p>Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ: CENX) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.09 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of ($0.04) by $0.13. The company had revenue of $321.27 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $326.47 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted ($0.04) earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 1.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Century Aluminum Company will post $-0.11 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Century Aluminum Company (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/CENX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: CENX</a>) is engaged in producing aluminum.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191838" /></p>
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		<title>Condor Petroleum Receives New Coverage from Analysts at Dundee Securities (CPI)</title>
		<link>http://localizedusa.com/2013/06/19/condor-petroleum-receives-new-coverage-from-analysts-at-dundee-securities-cpi/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at Dundee Securities began coverage on shares of Condor Petroleum (TSE: CPI) in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a C$1.00 price target on the stock. Dundee Securities&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 78.57% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks2.jpg" alt="Condor Petroleum logo" title="Condor Petroleum" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at Dundee Securities began coverage on shares of <span>Condor Petroleum (TSE: CPI)</span> in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. The firm set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a C$1.00 price target on the stock. Dundee Securities&#8217; price objective indicates a potential upside of 78.57% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Condor Petroleum (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/CPI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: CPI</a>) traded down 1.79% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $0.55. Condor Petroleum has a one year low of $0.265 and a one year high of $0.73. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $0.5. </p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Haywood Securities raised their price target on shares of Condor Petroleum from C$0.85 to C$1.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, April 24th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Condor Petroleum Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/CPI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: CPI</a>), through its subsidiaries, is engaged in the exploration for, and the acquisition, development and production of, oil, natural gas and NGL in Kazakhstan and Canada.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191842" /></p>
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		<title>5N Plus PT Raised to C$3.50 at National Bank Financial (VNP)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:48:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at National Bank Financial boosted their price objective on shares of 5N Plus (TSE: VNP) from C$3.00 to C$3.50 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. National Bank Financial&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of 21.53% [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks3.jpg" alt="5N Plus logo" title="5N Plus" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at National Bank Financial boosted their price objective on shares of <span>5N Plus (TSE: VNP)</span> from C$3.00 to C$3.50 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. National Bank Financial&#8217;s price target would suggest a potential upside of 21.53% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of 5N Plus (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/VNP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: VNP</a>) traded up 2.08% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $2.94. 5N Plus has a one year low of $1.43 and a one year high of $3.08. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $2.05. The company&#8217;s market cap is $246.7 million.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at LB Securities raised their price target on shares of 5N Plus from C$3.00 to C$3.60 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Laurentian raised their price target on shares of 5N Plus from C$3.00 to C$3.60 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Stonecap Securities raised their price target on shares of 5N Plus from C$1.50 to C$2.10 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, one  has given a hold rating and six have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of C$3.18.</p>
<p>5N Plus Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/VNP/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: VNP</a>) is a producer of specialty metal and chemical products used in pharmaceutical, electronic and industrial applications.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191821" /></p>
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		<title>Credit Suisse Lowers Coastal Energy Price Target to C$32.00 (CEN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:37:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at Credit Suisse lowered their price target on shares of Coastal Energy (TSE: CEN) from C$33.00 to C$32.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 132.56% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/generic-stocks.jpg" alt="Coastal Energy Co. logo" title="Coastal Energy Co." class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at Credit Suisse lowered their price target on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Coastal Energy (TSE: CEN)</span> from C$33.00 to C$32.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 132.56% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on CEN. Analysts at CIBC cut their price target on shares of Coastal Energy from C$24.50 to C$20.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Canaccord Genuity cut their price target on shares of Coastal Energy from C$24.00 to C$23.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Paradigm Capital cut their price target on shares of Coastal Energy from C$26.00 to C$23.50 in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Five analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating,  The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of C$25.00.</p>
<p>Shares of Coastal Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/CEN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: CEN</a>) traded down 0.07% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $13.75. Coastal Energy has a 52 week low of $13.02 and a 52 week high of $23.10. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $17.77. The company has a P/E ratio of 6.81.</p>
<p>Coastal Energy Company (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/CEN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: CEN</a>) is an international oil and gas exploration and development company with operations in offshore Thailand.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191840" /></p>
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		<title>Daily Mail and General Trust plc Lowered to &#8220;Sell&#8221; at Deutsche Bank (DMGO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:37:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Daily Mail and General Trust plc (LON: DMGO) was downgraded by research analysts at Deutsche Bank to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. Daily Mail and General Trust plc (LON: DMGO) remained flat at GBX 560.00 during trading on Wednesday. Daily Mail and General Trust plc has a 52-week low [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/daily-mail-and-general-trust-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Daily Mail and General Trust plc logo" title="Daily Mail and General Trust plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Daily Mail and General Trust plc (LON: DMGO)</span> was downgraded by research analysts at Deutsche Bank to a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports.</p>
<p>Daily Mail and General Trust plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/DMGO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: DMGO</a>) remained flat at GBX 560.00 during trading on Wednesday. Daily Mail and General Trust plc has a 52-week low of GBX 475.00 and a 52-week high of GBX 580.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 504.7. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;2.131 billion.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust plc in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at HSBC  reiterated an &#8220;underweight&#8221; rating on shares of Daily Mail and General Trust plc in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, two have issued  a hold rating and three have issued  a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221;.</p>
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		<title>Rio Tinto Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Bank of America (RIO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Wednesday, ARN reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Liberum Capital reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Rio Tinto in a research note to investors on [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rio-tinto-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/rio-tinto-logo.jpg" alt="Rio Tinto logo" title="Rio Tinto logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Rio Tinto (NYSE: RIO)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Bank of America in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Liberum Capital  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Rio Tinto in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Separately, analysts at Canaccord Genuity  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Rio Tinto in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Finally, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Rio Tinto in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, three have given a hold rating and eleven have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $48.39.</p>
<p>Rio Tinto (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/RIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: RIO</a>) traded down 1.59% on Wednesday, hitting $43.40. Rio Tinto has a 1-year low of $41.50 and a 1-year high of $60.45. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.55. The company&#8217;s market cap is $80.188 billion.</p>
<p>Rio Tinto Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/RIO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: RIO</a>) is an international business involved in each stage of metal and mineral production.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191864" /></p>
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		<title>Owens Corning Given &#8220;Outperform&#8221; Rating at Wedbush (OC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Owens Corning (NYSE: OC)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Wedbush in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Northcoast Research upgraded shares of Owens Corning from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/owens-corning-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/owens-corning-logo.gif" alt="Owens Corning logo" title="Owens Corning logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Owens Corning (NYSE: OC)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Wedbush in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Northcoast Research upgraded shares of Owens Corning from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. Separately, analysts at KeyBanc upgraded shares of Owens Corning from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a $51.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove raised their price target on shares of Owens Corning from $35.00 to $42.00 in a research note to investors on Monday, April 29th. They now have a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Six analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have given a buy rating to the stock. Owens Corning presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $43.35.</p>
<p>Owens Corning (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/OC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: OC</a>) traded down 1.23% on Wednesday, hitting $42.65. Owens Corning has a 1-year low of $25.70 and a 1-year high of $45.55. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $43.25. The company has a market cap of $5.070 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 106.09.</p>
<p>Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.29 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.22 by $0.07. The company had revenue of $1.35 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.35 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.09 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up .3% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Owens Corning will post $2.09 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Owens Corning is engaged in composite and building materials systems, delivering a range of products and services.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191819" /></p>
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		<title>Cliffs Natural Resources Rating Lowered to Underperform at Merrill Lynch (CLF)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:36:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE: CLF) was downgraded by stock analysts at Merrill Lynch to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. CLF has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Bank of America downgraded shares of Cliffs Natural Resources from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cliffsnew.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cliffsnew.jpg" alt="Cliffs Natural Resources logo" title="Cliffs Natural Resources logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE: CLF)</span> was downgraded by stock analysts at Merrill Lynch to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports.</p>
<p>CLF has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Bank of America downgraded shares of Cliffs Natural Resources from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $16.00 price target on the stock, down previously from $24.00. Separately, analysts at FBR Capital Markets  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Cliffs Natural Resources in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $28.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Cliffs Natural Resources in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $18.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, thirteen have assigned  a hold rating and four have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. Cliffs Natural Resources presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $25.94.</p>
<p>Shares of Cliffs Natural Resources (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CLF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CLF</a>) traded down 0.65% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $18.47. Cliffs Natural Resources has a one year low of $16.74 and a one year high of $53.13. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $19.93. The company&#8217;s market cap is $2.828 billion.</p>
<p>Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE: CLF) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.60 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.35 by $0.25. The company had revenue of $1.14 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.19 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $2.63 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 5.9% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Cliffs Natural Resources will post $2.61 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. is an international mining and natural resources company. The Company is an iron ore producer and a producer of metallurgical coal.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191839" /></p>
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		<title>Coca-Cola Enterprises Coverage Initiated at Credit Suisse (CCE)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:25:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at Credit Suisse assumed coverage on shares of Coca-Cola Enterprises (NYSE: CCE) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. The firm set an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 34.12% from the stock&#8217;s previous [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/coca-cola-enterprises-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/coca-cola-enterprises-logo.jpg" alt="Coca-Cola Enterprises logo" title="Coca-Cola Enterprises logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at Credit Suisse assumed coverage on shares of <span>Coca-Cola Enterprises (NYSE: CCE)</span> in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. The firm set an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating and a $48.00 price target on the stock. Credit Suisse&#8217;s target price indicates a potential upside of 34.12% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Coca-Cola Enterprises (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CCE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CCE</a>) traded down 1.92% on Wednesday, hitting $35.79. Coca-Cola Enterprises has a 52-week low of $26.18 and a 52-week high of $39.40. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $37.31. The company has a market cap of $9.808 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.11.</p>
<p>Coca-Cola Enterprises (NYSE: CCE) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.39 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.38 by $0.01. The company had revenue of $1.90 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.92 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.36 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 1.0% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Coca-Cola Enterprises will post $2.48 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>CCE has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Coca-Cola Enterprises in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $35.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Coca-Cola Enterprises in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. Finally, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Coca-Cola Enterprises in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. They now have a $39.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eight analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and seven have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The stock presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $41.04.</p>
<p>Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CCE/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CCE</a>) markets, produces, and distributes nonalcoholic beverages.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191841" /></p>
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		<title>Royal Dutch Shell Plc Rating Increased to Focus Stock at Howard Weil (RDSB)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:25:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Royal Dutch Shell Plc (LON: RDSB) was upgraded by Howard Weil from a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, ARN reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/royal-dutch-shell-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/royal-dutch-shell-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Royal Dutch Shell Plc logo" title="Royal Dutch Shell Plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Royal Dutch Shell Plc (LON: RDSB)</span> was upgraded by Howard Weil from a &#8220;sector outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of Royal Dutch Shell Plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,300 ($36.12) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Royal Dutch Shell Plc in a research note to investors on Monday. Finally, analysts at BNP Paribas  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of Royal Dutch Shell Plc in a research note to investors on Monday.</p>
<p>Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating, ten have issued  a buy rating and one  has assigned  a strong buy rating to the stock. Royal Dutch Shell Plc presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 2,158.08 ($33.89).</p>
<p>Royal Dutch Shell Plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RDSB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RDSB</a>) traded down 0.34% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 2175.50. Royal Dutch Shell Plc has a 52-week low of GBX 2092.50 and a 52-week high of GBX 2929.98. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 0.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;137.9 billion.</p>
<p>Royal Dutch Shell plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RDSB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RDSB</a>), incorporated on February 5, 2002, is an independent oil and gas company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191867" /></p>
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		<title>Assurant Given New $50.00 Price Target at Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods (AIZ)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods hoisted their target price on shares of Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) from $46.00 to $50.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would suggest a potential downside of 3.51% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) traded [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/assurant-inc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/assurant-inc-logo.png" alt="Assurant logo" title="Assurant logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods hoisted their target price on shares of <span>Assurant (NYSE: AIZ)</span> from $46.00 to $50.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. Keefe, Bruyette &#038; Woods&#8217; price target would suggest a potential downside of 3.51% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Assurant (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AIZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AIZ</a>) traded down 1.52% on Wednesday, hitting $51.03. Assurant has a 52-week low of $32.80 and a 52-week high of $51.91. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $49.33. The company has a market cap of $3.929 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.80.</p>
<p>Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $1.46 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.54 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $2.15 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.10 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.81 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 3.8% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Assurant will post $5.50 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Macquarie  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of Assurant in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 21st. They now have a $40.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Assurant in a research note to investors on Friday, April 26th. They now have a $49.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One investment analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued  a hold rating and one  has issued  a buy rating to the stock. Assurant  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of $46.13.</p>
<p>Assurant, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AIZ/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AIZ</a>) is a provider of specialized insurance products and related services in North America and selected international markets.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191833" /></p>
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		<title>Keryx Biopharmaceuticals Coverage Initiated at JP Morgan Cazenove (KERX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove began coverage on shares of Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KERX) in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports. The firm set an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating and a $13.00 price target on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 57.77% from [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/keryx-biopharmaceuticals-inc-logo.JPG"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/keryx-biopharmaceuticals-inc-logo.JPG" alt="Keryx Biopharmaceuticals logo" title="Keryx Biopharmaceuticals logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Equities research analysts at JP Morgan Cazenove began coverage on shares of <span>Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KERX)</span> in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm set an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating and a $13.00 price target on the stock. JP Morgan Cazenove&#8217;s price target suggests a potential upside of 57.77% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/KERX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: KERX</a>) traded up 7.57% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $8.24. Keryx Biopharmaceuticals has a one year low of $1.36 and a one year high of $9.98. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $7.42. The company&#8217;s market cap is $673.4 million.</p>
<p>Keryx Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KERX) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, May 7th. The company reported ($0.03) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.01) by $0.02. The company had revenue of $7.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $5.83 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted ($0.13) earnings per share.  Analysts expect that Keryx Biopharmaceuticals will post $-0.32 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on KERX. Analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Keryx Biopharmaceuticals in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $13.00 price target on the stock. Analysts at Oppenheimer  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Keryx Biopharmaceuticals in a research note to investors on Friday, May 17th. They now have a $12.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $11.00.</p>
<p>Eleven investment analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating,  Keryx Biopharmaceuticals currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $11.82.</p>
<p>Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/KERX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: KERX</a>) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the acquisition, development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products for the treatment of cancer and renal disease.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191854" /></p>
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		<title>USG Rating Reiterated by Wedbush (USG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:25:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[USG (NYSE: USG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Wedbush in a report issued on Wednesday, ARN reports. Shares of USG (NYSE: USG) traded down 3.44% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $25.29. USG has a one year low of $15.25 and a one year high of $30.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/usg-co-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/usg-co-logo.jpg" alt="USG Co. logo" title="USG Co. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>USG (NYSE: USG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by stock analysts at Wedbush in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports.</p>
<p>Shares of USG (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/USG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: USG</a>) traded down 3.44% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $25.29. USG has a one year low of $15.25 and a one year high of $30.97. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $26.59. The company&#8217;s market cap is $2.741 billion.</p>
<p>USG (NYSE: USG) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.02 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.08 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $814.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $864.58 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted ($0.26) earnings per share. USG&#8217;s revenue was up 4.0% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts predict that  USG will post $0.55 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on USG. Analysts at RBC Capital cut their price target on shares of USG from $39.00 to $32.00 in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at Credit Suisse upgraded shares of USG from an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, April 22nd. They now have a $27.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have assigned  a buy rating to the stock. USG currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $31.75.</p>
<p>USG Corporation (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/USG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: USG</a>), through its subsidiaries, is a manufacturer and distributor of building materials, producing a range of products for use in new residential, new nonresidential, and residential and nonresidential repair and remodel construction, as well as products used in certain industrial processes.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191818" /></p>
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		<title>TD Securities Increases Element Financial Price Target to C$12.50 (EFN)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:22:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[TD Securities lifted their price objective on shares of Element Financial (TSE: EFN) from C$11.00 to C$12.50 in a research note issued on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. TD Securities&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 14.57% from the company&#8217;s current price. A number of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/element-financial-logo.jpg" alt="Element Financial logo" title="Element Financial logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>TD Securities lifted their price objective on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Element Financial (TSE: EFN)</span> from C$11.00 to C$12.50 in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. TD Securities&#8217; price target points to a potential upside of 14.57% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on EFN. Analysts at GMP Securities raised their price target on shares of Element Financial from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Separately, analysts at Cormark upgraded shares of Element Financial from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;top pick&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. Finally, analysts at Scotiabank raised their price target on shares of Element Financial from C$10.50 to C$12.50 in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a &#8220;focus stock&#8221; rating on the stock.</p>
<p>Five research analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating and two have assigned  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Element Financial currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of C$12.00.</p>
<p>Shares of Element Financial (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/EFN/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: EFN</a>) traded up 2.29% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $11.16. Element Financial has a one year low of $5.10 and a one year high of $11.34. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $10.53. </p>
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		<title>Westar Energy PT Lowered to $32.00 (WR)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:22:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stock analysts at UBS AG decreased their target price on shares of Westar Energy (NYSE: WR) from $34.00 to $32.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 1.52% from the company&#8217;s current price. Separately, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/westar-energy-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/westar-energy-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Westar Energy logo" title="Westar Energy logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Stock analysts at UBS AG decreased their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Westar Energy (NYSE: WR)</span> from $34.00 to $32.00 in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 1.52% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Separately, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Westar Energy in a research note to investors on Friday, May 10th. They now have a $37.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Seven equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and one  has issued  a buy rating to the stock. Westar Energy presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $33.25.</p>
<p>Westar Energy (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/WR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: WR</a>) traded down 1.87% on Wednesday, hitting $31.52. Westar Energy has a 1-year low of $27.33 and a 1-year high of $34.96. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $32.72. The company has a market cap of $3.999 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.74.</p>
<p>Westar Energy (NYSE: WR) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 8th. The company reported $0.40 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.31 by $0.09. The company had revenue of $546.21 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $511.03 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.21 earnings per share. Westar Energy&#8217;s revenue was up 14.8% compared to the same quarter last year. Westar Energy has set its FY13 guidance at $2.00-2.15 EPS. Analysts expect that Westar Energy will post $2.12 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Monday, July 1st. Shareholders of record on Friday, June 7th will be given a dividend of $0.34 per share. This represents a $1.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.31%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, June 5th. </p>
<p>Westar Energy, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/WR/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: WR</a>) is an electric utility operating in Kansas.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191872" /></p>
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		<title>Mellanox Technologies Price Target Cut to $53.00 (MLNX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:22:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at UBS AG reduced their target price on shares of Mellanox Technologies (NASDAQ: MLNX) from $57.00 to $53.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 9.96% from the [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/mellanox-technologies-ltd-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/mellanox-technologies-ltd-logo.jpg" alt="Mellanox Technologies, Ltd. logo" title="Mellanox Technologies, Ltd. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at UBS AG reduced their target price on shares of <span>Mellanox Technologies (NASDAQ: MLNX)</span> from $57.00 to $53.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective points to a potential upside of 9.96% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of Mellanox Technologies (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/MLNX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: MLNX</a>) traded down 3.18% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $48.15. Mellanox Technologies has a one year low of $41.75 and a one year high of $120.05. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $57.08. The company has a market cap of $2.078 billion and a P/E ratio of 24.15.</p>
<p>Mellanox Technologies (NASDAQ: MLNX) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.10 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.04 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $83.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $80.77 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.51 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was down 6.3% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Mellanox Technologies will post $1.40 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Clal Finance upgraded shares of Mellanox Technologies from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Topeka Capital Markets initiated coverage on shares of Mellanox Technologies in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They set a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating and a $53.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Barclays Capital downgraded shares of Mellanox Technologies from an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating to an &#8220;equal weight&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a $82.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $60.00.</p>
<p>Thirteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and six have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. Mellanox Technologies  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of $64.01.</p>
<p>Mellanox Technologies, Ltd. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/MLNX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: MLNX</a>) is a fabless semiconductor company that produces and supplies interconnect products that facilitate data transmission between servers, storage systems and communications infrastructure equipment and other embedded systems.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191857" /></p>
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		<title>HSBC Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Credit Suisse (HBC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:22:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[HSBC (NYSE: HBC)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Credit Suisse in a report released on Wednesday, ARN reports. HSBC (NYSE: HBC) traded down 2.27% on Wednesday, hitting $53.29. HSBC has a 52-week low of $39.38 and a 52-week high of $58.71. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $55.79. The [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hsbc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/hsbc-logo.png" alt="HSBC logo" title="HSBC logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>HSBC (NYSE: HBC)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating reaffirmed by research analysts at Credit Suisse in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports.</p>
<p>HSBC (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/HBC/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: HBC</a>) traded down 2.27% on Wednesday, hitting $53.29. HSBC has a 52-week low of $39.38 and a 52-week high of $58.71. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $55.79. The company has a market cap of $199.1 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 11.43.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Citigroup upgraded shares of HSBC from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday. Separately, analysts at Espirito Santo Investment Bank Research  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of HSBC in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a $850.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Morgan Stanley  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of HSBC in a research note to investors on Monday.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have given a hold rating, ten have issued  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of $679.60.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Thursday, July 11th. Stockholders of record on Friday, May 24th will be given a dividend of $0.50 per share. This represents a $2.00 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.75%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, May 22nd. </p>
<p>HSBC Holdings plc is a banking and financial services organization. It serves around 89 million customers through four global businesses: Retail Banking and Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Global Private Banking.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191851" /></p>
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		<title>Diamond Offshore Drilling Price Target Cut to $75.00 (DO)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:22:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Investment analysts at Susquehanna dropped their target price on shares of Diamond Offshore Drilling (NYSE: DO) from $77.00 to $75.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network.com reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Susquehanna&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 10.60% from the company&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/diamond-offshore-drilling-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/diamond-offshore-drilling-inc-logo.jpg" alt="Diamond Offshore Drilling logo" title="Diamond Offshore Drilling logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Investment analysts at Susquehanna dropped their target price on shares of <span style='font-weight:bold'>Diamond Offshore Drilling (NYSE: DO)</span> from $77.00 to $75.00 in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on the stock. Susquehanna&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 10.60% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>DO has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Diamond Offshore Drilling in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $77.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TheStreet downgraded shares of Diamond Offshore Drilling from a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating to a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 10th.</p>
<p>Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eighteen have assigned  a hold rating and eight have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of $75.23.</p>
<p>Diamond Offshore Drilling (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DO</a>) traded down 1.05% on Wednesday, hitting $67.81. Diamond Offshore Drilling has a 1-year low of $55.83 and a 1-year high of $76.85. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $69.65. The company has a market cap of $9.428 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 13.40.</p>
<p>Diamond Offshore Drilling (NYSE: DO) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $1.27 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $1.16 by $0.11. The company had revenue of $730.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $712.66 million. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $1.33 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 5.1% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Diamond Offshore Drilling will post $4.60 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/DO/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: DO</a>) is an offshore oil and gas drilling contractor.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191845" /></p>
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		<title>Cameron International Corp Stock Rating Reaffirmed by Zacks (CAM)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:01:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cameron International Corp (NYSE: CAM)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reiterated by Zacks in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a $67.00 price objective on the stock. Zacks&#8216; price objective indicates a potential upside of 4.54% from the company&#8217;s current price. Zacks&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;We are retaining our Neutral [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cameron-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/cameron-logo.jpg" alt="Cameron International Corp logo" title="Cameron International Corp logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Cameron International Corp (NYSE: CAM)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating reiterated by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a $67.00 price objective on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; price objective indicates a potential upside of 4.54% from the company&#8217;s current price. </p>
<p><a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;We are retaining our Neutral recommendation on Cameron International Corp. with a target price of $67. The company has a diversified product portfolio, specialty service capabilities and proprietary technological expertise. Other positives for Cameron include a strong backlog position, growing international operations and a favorable outlook for subsea activity levels. However, we believe that Cameron&#8217;s current valuation adequately reflects its growth profile, and would rather wait for a better entry point before accumulating shares. Moreover, with markets remaining competitive and pricing likely to be weak, we don&#8217;t see any obvious catalyst in Cameron&#8217;s business to significantly push the stock price higher.&#8221;</p>
<p>CAM has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Sanford C. Bernstein  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Cameron International Corp in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a $81.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Guggenheim raised their price target on shares of Cameron International Corp from $77.00 to $78.00 in a research note to investors on Tuesday, May 14th. They now have a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. Finally, analysts at HSBC  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Cameron International Corp in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 2nd. They now have a $68.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating, twenty-one have issued  a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $73.81.</p>
<p>Shares of Cameron International Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/CAM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: CAM</a>) traded up 0.20% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $64.09. Cameron International Corp has a one year low of $38.38 and a one year high of $67.42. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $62.7. The company has a market cap of $15.897 billion and a P/E ratio of 20.77.</p>
<p>Cameron International Corp (NYSE: CAM) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, April 25th. The company reported $0.70 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.74 by $0.04. The company had revenue of $2.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.18 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.54 earnings per share. Cameron International Corp&#8217;s revenue was up 17.4% compared to the same quarter last year. Cameron International Corp has set its Q2 guidance at $0.75-$0.80 EPS and its FY13 guidance at $3.50-$3.70 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  Cameron International Corp will post $3.68 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Cameron International Corporation, provides flow equipment products, systems and services to worldwide oil, gas and process industries.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191768" /></p>
<p>To view Zacks&#8217; full report, visit <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>www.zacks.com</a></p>
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		<title>GameStop Corp Receives &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating from Ascendiant Capital Markets (GME)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:01:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Ascendiant Capital Markets in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a $46.00 price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of $44.00. Ascendiant Capital Markets&#8217; price objective would suggest a potential upside [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gamestop-corp-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/gamestop-corp-logo.jpg" alt="GameStop Corp logo" title="GameStop Corp logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by investment analysts at Ascendiant Capital Markets in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a $46.00 price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of $44.00. Ascendiant Capital Markets&#8217; price objective would suggest a potential upside of 19.39% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;The major video game industry convention E3 took place last week in Los Angeles. The main focus of the event was the upcoming new video game consoles from Sony (PS4) and Microsoft (Xbox One). Both are expected to be released in November and to drive renewed interest and sales for the video game industry. Both the PS4 and Xbox One use a physical media and allow the ability to play used games. While the exact details for playing used games on the Xbox One remain unclear, we believe that it will likely be similar to the process for used games for the Xbox 360. Microsoft generated significant negative feedback from its potential restrictions on used games and on its requirement for daily Internet connectivity. Because the PS4 does not have the same restrictions, we believe Microsoft will have to match Sony&#8217;s or risk lower sales.&#8221;</p>
<p>GameStop Corp (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GME/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GME</a>) traded up 0.18% on Wednesday, hitting $38.53. GameStop Corp has a 1-year low of $15.32 and a 1-year high of $39.87. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $36.36. The company&#8217;s market cap is $4.532 billion.</p>
<p>GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME) last released its earnings data on Thursday, May 23rd. The company reported $0.46 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.40 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $1.87 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.84 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.54 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was down 6.8% on a year-over-year basis. GameStop Corp has set its Q2 guidance at $0.01-0.07 EPS and its FY14 guidance at $2.90-3.15 EPS. Analysts expect that GameStop Corp will post $3.13 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at B. Riley  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a $45.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at BMO Capital Markets  reiterated a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a $34.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Janney Montgomery Scott  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of GameStop Corp in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a $50.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>One analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating, fifteen have given a buy rating and one  has issued  a strong buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company  has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $39.84.</p>
<p>The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19th. Investors of record on Tuesday, June 4th will be given a dividend of $0.28 per share. This represents a $1.10 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.85%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, May 31st. </p>
<p>GameStop Corp. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/GME/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: GME</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191762" /></p>
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		<title>BlackBerry Downgraded to &#8220;Underperform&#8221; at Sanford C. Bernstein (RIM)</title>
		<link>http://localizedusa.com/2013/06/19/blackberry-downgraded-to-underperform-at-sanford-c-bernstein-rim/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:01:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BlackBerry (TSE: RIM) was downgraded by Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a C$9.66 target price on the stock, down from their previous target price of C$14.49. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s price target points to a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/research-in-motion-limited-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/research-in-motion-limited-logo.jpg" alt="BlackBerry logo" title="BlackBerry logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>BlackBerry (TSE: RIM)</span> was downgraded by Sanford C. Bernstein from a &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a C$9.66 target price on the stock, down from their previous target price of C$14.49. Sanford C. Bernstein&#8217;s price target points to a potential downside of 25.75% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on RIM. Analysts at Societe Generale upgraded shares of BlackBerry from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a C$17.00 price target on the stock, up previously from C$13.00. Separately, analysts at Socgen upgraded shares of BlackBerry from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a C$17.00 price target on the stock, up previously from C$13.00. Finally, analysts at BNP Paribas downgraded shares of BlackBerry from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 22nd.</p>
<p>Eight research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, seven have given a hold rating and five have issued  a buy rating to the stock. BlackBerry currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of C$13.64.</p>
<p>BlackBerry (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/TSE/RIM/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>TSE: RIM</a>) remained flat at $13.01 during trading on Wednesday. BlackBerry has a 52-week low of $6.10 and a 52-week high of $18.49. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $14.96. </p>
<p>BlackBerry, formerly Research In Motion Limited, is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191746" /></p>
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		<title>Canaccord Genuity Reiterates Buy Rating for Minera IRL Limited (MIRL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Minera IRL Limited (LON: MIRL)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Canaccord Genuity in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a GBX 50 ($0.79) target price on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 230.03% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Minera [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/minera-irl-limited-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/minera-irl-limited-logo.jpg" alt="Minera IRL Limited logo" title="Minera IRL Limited logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Minera IRL Limited (LON: MIRL)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Canaccord Genuity in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 50 ($0.79) target price on the stock. Canaccord Genuity&#8217;s price objective would indicate a potential upside of 230.03% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Minera IRL Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/MIRL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: MIRL</a>) traded up 2.71% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 15.15. Minera IRL Limited has a 52-week low of GBX 14.20 and a 52-week high of GBX 62.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 47.. </p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on MIRL. Analysts at FinnCap  reiterated a &#8220;corporate&#8221; rating on shares of Minera IRL Limited in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have a GBX 103.70 ($1.63) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Fox-Davies Capital  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Minera IRL Limited in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 9th. They now have a GBX 53 ($0.83) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at RBC Capital cut their price target on shares of Minera IRL Limited from GBX 1.50 ($0.02) to GBX 0.75 ($0.01) in a research note to investors on Friday, April 19th.</p>
<p>Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating,  The company presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 64.30 ($1.01).</p>
<p>Minera IRL Limited (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/MIRL/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: MIRL</a>) together with its subsidiaries is a precious metals mining, development and exploration company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191526" /></p>
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		<title>Associated British Foods Price Target Lowered to GBX 2,030 at UBS AG (ABF)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Analysts at UBS AG reduced their price objective on shares of Associated British Foods (LON: ABF) from GBX 2,080 ($32.66) to GBX 2,030 ($31.88) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, ARN reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target points to a potential [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/associated-british-foods-logo.svg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/associated-british-foods-logo.svg" alt="Associated British Foods logo" title="Associated British Foods logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Analysts at UBS AG reduced their price objective on shares of <span>Associated British Foods (LON: ABF)</span> from GBX 2,080 ($32.66) to GBX 2,030 ($31.88) in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. The firm currently has a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 15.28% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Associated British Foods (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ABF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ABF</a>) traded up 1.03% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1761.00. Associated British Foods has a 1-year low of GBX 1208.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 2044.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 1299.56. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;13.898 billion.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Charles Stanley  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Associated British Foods in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Nomura downgraded shares of Associated British Foods from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday. They now have a GBX 1,650 ($25.91) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 1,800 ($28.27). Finally, analysts at Canaccord Genuity  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Associated British Foods in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a GBX 1,630 ($25.60) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, ten have given a hold rating and six have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of GBX 1,760.82 ($27.65).</p>
<p>Associated British Foods plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/ABF/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: ABF</a>) is a holding company.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191425" /></p>
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		<title>T. Rowe Price Rating Reiterated by BMO Capital Markets (TROW)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:48:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ: TROW)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a report released on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a $82.00 target price on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target indicates a potential upside of 9.69% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/t-rowe-price-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/t-rowe-price-logo.gif" alt="T. Rowe Price logo" title="T. Rowe Price logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ: TROW)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at BMO Capital Markets in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a $82.00 target price on the stock. BMO Capital Markets&#8217; price target indicates a potential upside of 9.69% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of T. Rowe Price in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of T. Rowe Price in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $78.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of T. Rowe Price in a research note to investors on Wednesday, June 12th. They now have a $73.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Eleven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have issued  a buy rating to the company. The stock currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average price target of $78.13.</p>
<p>Shares of T. Rowe Price (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/TROW/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: TROW</a>) traded down 1.20% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $74.71. T. Rowe Price has a one year low of $54.47 and a one year high of $77.14. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $74.66. The company has a market cap of $19.375 billion and a P/E ratio of 21.48.</p>
<p>T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ: TROW) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 24th. The company reported $0.91 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.89 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $815.70 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $816.93 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.75 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 11.9% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that T. Rowe Price will post $3.88 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>T. Rowe Price Group, Inc. is a financial services holding company. It provides investment advisory services to individual and institutional investors in the sponsored T.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191658" /></p>
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		<title>La-Z-Boy Incorporate Given a $24.00 Price Target at Raymond James (LZB)</title>
		<link>http://localizedusa.com/2013/06/19/la-z-boy-incorporate-given-a-24-00-price-target-at-raymond-james-lzb/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:48:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Raymond James set a $24.00 target price on shares of La-Z-Boy Incorporate (NYSE: LZB) stock in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. Raymond James&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 21.40% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Shares of La-Z-Boy Incorporate (NYSE: LZB) traded down 2.51% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/la-z-boy-incorporate-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/la-z-boy-incorporate-logo.gif" alt="La-Z-Boy Incorporate logo" title="La-Z-Boy Incorporate logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a>Raymond James set a $24.00 target price on shares of <span>La-Z-Boy Incorporate (NYSE: LZB)</span> stock in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. Raymond James&#8217; price target suggests a potential upside of 21.40% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>Shares of La-Z-Boy Incorporate (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/LZB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: LZB</a>) traded down 2.51% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $19.77. La-Z-Boy Incorporate has a 52 week low of $10.95 and a 52 week high of $20.36. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $18.67. The company has a market cap of $1.035 billion and a P/E ratio of 23.07.</p>
<p>La-Z-Boy Incorporate (NYSE: LZB) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, June 18th. The company reported $0.30 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.28 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $359.50 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $357.67 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.37 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 9.8% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  La-Z-Boy Incorporate will post $0.80 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> downgraded shares of La-Z-Boy Incorporate from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, April 23rd. They now have a $20.10 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have assigned  a buy rating to the company. La-Z-Boy Incorporate presently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average target price of $22.37.</p>
<p>La-Z-Boy Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/LZB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: LZB</a>) is a global reclining-chair manufacturer and upholstered furniture.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191729" /></p>
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		<title>Wolseley Given &#8220;Neutral&#8221; Rating at Citigroup (WOS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:48:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wolseley (LON: WOS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Citigroup in a research report issued on Wednesday, AnalystRatingsNetwork reports. They currently have a GBX 3,400 ($53.39) target price on the stock. Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 9.25% from the company&#8217;s current price. WOS has been the subject [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/wolseley-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/wolseley-logo.gif" alt="Wolseley logo" title="Wolseley logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Wolseley (LON: WOS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at Citigroup in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatingsNetwork</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 3,400 ($53.39) target price on the stock. Citigroup&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 9.25% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>WOS has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Deutsche Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Wolseley in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 3,400 ($53.39) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Wolseley in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They now have a GBX 3,600 ($56.53) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at JPMorgan Chase  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of Wolseley in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. They now have a GBX 3,350 ($52.61) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, thirteen have issued  a hold rating and nine have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 3,370.69 ($52.93).</p>
<p>Wolseley (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/WOS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: WOS</a>) traded down 0.19% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 3125.00. Wolseley has a 1-year low of GBX 2297.9089 and a 1-year high of GBX 3483.0002. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2700.38. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;8.408 billion.</p>
<p>Wolseley plc is a specialist trade distributor of plumbing and heating products to professional contractors and a supplier of building materials in North America, the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191442" /></p>
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		<title>Morgan Stanley Reiterates &#8220;Overweight&#8221; Rating for MasterCard (MA)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:48:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MasterCard (NYSE: MA)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Morgan Stanley in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Stock Ratings Network reports. They currently have a $640.00 price objective on the stock. Morgan Stanley&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 8.83% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. The [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/MasterCard-Logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/MasterCard-Logo.jpg" alt="MasterCard logo" title="MasterCard logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>MasterCard (NYSE: MA)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reiterated by analysts at Morgan Stanley in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Stock Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a $640.00 price objective on the stock. Morgan Stanley&#8217;s price target indicates a potential upside of 8.83% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. </p>
<p>The analysts wrote, &#8220;Fundamental growth potential remains strong and we believe MA can continue to generate 20%+ EPS growth for several years. Regulatory risks in Europe likely manageable, but may nevertheless cause volatility they unfold. Cash generation allows for continued share-buybacks.&#8221;</p>
<p>MasterCard (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MA</a>) traded up 0.62% on Wednesday, hitting $588.05. MasterCard has a 1-year low of $404.70 and a 1-year high of $589.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $566.1. The company has a market cap of $71.488 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 25.63.</p>
<p>MasterCard (NYSE: MA) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May 1st. The company reported $6.23 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $6.17 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $1.91 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.93 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $5.36 earnings per share. MasterCard&#8217;s revenue was up 8.4% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that MasterCard will post $25.44 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of MasterCard in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th. They now have a $593.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of MasterCard in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 6th. Finally, analysts at Barclays Capital  reiterated an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating on shares of MasterCard in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 4th. They now have a $575.00 price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Nine equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and nineteen have given a buy rating to the stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $583.42.</p>
<p>MasterCard Incorporated (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MA/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MA</a>) is a global payments and technology company that connects consumers, financial institutions, merchants, Governments and businesses worldwide, enabling them to use electronic forms of payment instead of cash and checks.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191571" /></p>
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		<title>United Natural Foods Upgraded to &#8220;Overweight&#8221; at Piper Jaffray (UNFI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:48:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[United Natural Foods (NASDAQ: UNFI) was upgraded by research analysts at Piper Jaffray from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. The firm currently has a $64.00 price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of $57.00. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s price target points to a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/united-natural-foods-inc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/united-natural-foods-inc-logo.jpg" alt="United Natural Foods logo" title="United Natural Foods logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>United Natural Foods (NASDAQ: UNFI)</span> was upgraded by research analysts at Piper Jaffray from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports. The firm currently has a $64.00 price target on the stock, up from their previous price target of $57.00. Piper Jaffray&#8217;s price target points to a potential upside of 17.84% from the stock&#8217;s previous close.</p>
<p>United Natural Foods (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/UNFI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: UNFI</a>) traded down 0.37% on Wednesday, hitting $54.19. United Natural Foods has a 52-week low of $47.20 and a 52-week high of $61.26. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $49.38. The company has a market cap of $2.672 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.66.</p>
<p>United Natural Foods (NASDAQ: UNFI) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, May 28th. The company reported $0.64 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $0.64. The company had revenue of $1.57 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.56 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $0.59 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s revenue for the quarter was up 12.8% on a year-over-year basis. United Natural Foods has set its FY13 guidance at 2.15-2.17 EPS. On average, analysts predict that  United Natural Foods will post $2.17 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Goldman Sachs  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of United Natural Foods in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 29th. They now have a $55.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $51.00. Separately, analysts at <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of United Natural Foods in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a $57.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG upgraded shares of United Natural Foods from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 6th. They now have a $56.00 price target on the stock, up previously from $55.00. They noted that the move was a valuation call.</p>
<p>Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $61.00.</p>
<p>United Natural Foods, Inc. is a distributor of natural, organic and specialty foods and non-food products in the United States and Canada.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191554" /></p>
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		<title>Mizuho Financial Gro Stock Rating Upgraded by Goldman Sachs (MFG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:37:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mizuho Financial Gro (NYSE: MFG) was upgraded by stock analysts at Goldman Sachs from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. Mizuho Financial Gro (NYSE: MFG) traded up 1.25% on Wednesday, hitting $4.04. Mizuho Financial Gro has a 1-year low of $3.01 and a 1-year high of [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/upgrade-image.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/upgrade-image.jpg" alt="Mizuho Financial Gro logo" title="Mizuho Financial Gro" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Mizuho Financial Gro (NYSE: MFG)</span> was upgraded by stock analysts at Goldman Sachs from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>Mizuho Financial Gro (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MFG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MFG</a>) traded up 1.25% on Wednesday, hitting $4.04. Mizuho Financial Gro has a 1-year low of $3.01 and a 1-year high of $4.68. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $4.15. The company has a market cap of $48.768 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 7.10.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Macquarie upgraded shares of Mizuho Financial Gro from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, June 3rd. Analysts at UBS AG upgraded shares of Mizuho Financial Gro from a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th.</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the stock. Mizuho Financial Gro presently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221;.</p>
<p>Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/MFG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: MFG</a>) offers a variety of financial services, including banking, securities, trust and asset management services.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191698" /></p>
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		<title>Gilead Sciences Rating Reiterated by Zacks (GILD)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:37:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ: GILD)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by Zacks in a research note issued on Wednesday, ARN reports. They currently have a $55.00 price objective on the stock. Zacks&#8216; price target suggests a potential upside of 8.56% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. Zacks&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;Gilead&#8217;s first-quarter 2013 adjusted earnings of $0.45 [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/Gilead_Sciences_Pty_Ltd.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/Gilead_Sciences_Pty_Ltd.jpg" alt="Gilead Sciences logo" title="Gilead Sciences logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ: GILD)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating restated by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">ARN</a> reports. They currently have a $55.00 price objective on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; price target suggests a potential upside of 8.56% from the stock&#8217;s previous close. </p>
<p><a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; analyst wrote, &#8220;Gilead&#8217;s first-quarter 2013 adjusted earnings of $0.45 per share fell short of the <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> Consensus Estimate of $0.47. Lower-than-expected revenues were responsible for the earnings miss during the first quarter of 2013. Revenues climbed 11% to $2.53 billion but missed the <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> Consensus Estimate of $2.56 billion. The year-over-year increase in total revenue was attributable to higher product sales. We are also encouraged by the strong sales of Complera/Eviplera, which together with Stribild has further fortified the HIV franchise at Gilead. Gilead is looking to combat the threat of genericization by inking deals and acquisitions and introducing new products. We see limited upside potential from current levels and hence retain our Neutral stance on the stock.&#8221;</p>
<p>Shares of Gilead Sciences (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/GILD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: GILD</a>) traded down 2.46% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $50.662. Gilead Sciences has a 52 week low of $24.80 and a 52 week high of $58.06. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $53.60. The company has a market cap of $77.278 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.08.</p>
<p>Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ: GILD) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, May 2nd. The company reported $0.48 EPS for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.50 by $0.02. The company had revenue of $2.53 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.57 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.46 earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that  Gilead Sciences will post $1.97 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>GILD has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Oppenheimer  reiterated an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating on shares of Gilead Sciences in a research note to investors on Monday. Separately, analysts at Argus upgraded shares of Gilead Sciences from a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a $62.00 price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at TheStreet  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Gilead Sciences in a research note to investors on Friday, June 7th.</p>
<p>Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and twenty-three have given a buy rating to the company. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and an average price target of $61.90.</p>
<p>Gilead Sciences, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/GILD/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: GILD</a>) is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes medicines.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191772" /></p>
<p>To view Zacks&#8217; full report, visit <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>www.zacks.com</a></p>
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		<title>Babcock International Group Receives &#8220;Overweight&#8221; Rating from JP Morgan Cazenove (BAB)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:37:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Babcock International Group (LON: BAB)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. Babcock International Group (LON: BAB) traded up 0.44% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1135.00. Babcock International Group has a 1-year low of GBX 833.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 1207.00. [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/babcock-international-group-logo.gif"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/babcock-international-group-logo.gif" alt="Babcock International Group logo" title="Babcock International Group logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Babcock International Group (LON: BAB)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;overweight&#8221; rating reaffirmed by JP Morgan Cazenove in a research note issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports.</p>
<p>Babcock International Group (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/BAB/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: BAB</a>) traded up 0.44% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1135.00. Babcock International Group has a 1-year low of GBX 833.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 1207.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 927.5. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.075 billion.</p>
<p>BAB has been the subject of a number of other recent research reports. Analysts at Liberum Capital  reiterated a &#8220;hold&#8221; rating on shares of Babcock International Group in a research note to investors on Monday, May 20th. They now have a GBX 1,050 ($16.49) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Westhouse Securities  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Babcock International Group in a research note to investors on Friday, May 17th. They now have a GBX 1,142 ($17.93) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Berenberg Bank  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Babcock International Group in a research note to investors on Friday, May 17th. They now have a GBX 1,350 ($21.20) price target on the stock, up previously from GBX 1,180 ($18.53).</p>
<p>Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eight have issued  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 1,177.72 ($18.49).</p>
<p>Babcock International Group PLC is an engineering support services Company. The Company’s segments include Marine and Technology, Defence and Security, Support Services, and International.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191478" /></p>
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		<title>RBS Stock Rating Reaffirmed by UBS AG (RBS)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:37:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[RBS (LON: RBS)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at UBS AG in a report released on Wednesday, AnalystRatings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 370 ($5.81) price objective on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 15.81% from the company&#8217;s current price. Shares of RBS (LON: [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/royal-bank-scotland-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/royal-bank-scotland-logo.jpg" alt="RBS logo" title="RBS logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>RBS (LON: RBS)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at UBS AG in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">AnalystRatings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 370 ($5.81) price objective on the stock. UBS AG&#8217;s price objective would suggest a potential upside of 15.81% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of RBS (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RBS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RBS</a>) traded down 1.08% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting GBX 319.50. RBS has a 52 week low of GBX 193.30 and a 52 week high of GBX 370.62. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 265.8. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;35.564 billion.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on RBS. Analysts at Mediobanca SpA  reiterated an &#8220;underperform&#8221; rating on shares of RBS in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They now have a GBX 299 ($4.70) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Jefferies Group initiated coverage on shares of RBS in a research note to investors on Friday, June 14th. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a GBX 390 ($6.12) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Tradenext  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of RBS in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th.</p>
<p>Thirteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, nine have assigned  a hold rating and nine have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The company currently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of GBX 323.66 ($5.08).</p>
<p>The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/RBS/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: RBS</a>) is a holding company of a global banking and financial services group.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191413" /></p>
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		<title>Arthur J. Gallagher &amp; Co. Rating Reiterated by William Blair (AJG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:37:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. (NYSE: AJG)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at William Blair in a research report issued on Wednesday, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. A number of other firms have also recently commented on AJG. Analysts at Compass Point initiated coverage on shares of Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. in [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/arthur-j-gallagher--co-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/arthur-j-gallagher--co-logo.jpg" alt="Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. logo" title="Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. (NYSE: AJG)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;market perform&#8221; rating restated by equities researchers at William Blair in a research report issued on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.theflyonthewall.com/">TheFlyOnTheWall.com</a> reports.</p>
<p>A number of other firms have also recently commented on AJG. Analysts at Compass Point initiated coverage on shares of Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. in a research note to investors on Tuesday. They set a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating and a $50.00 price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Goldman Sachs upgraded shares of Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. from a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating to a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Tuesday, June 11th. Finally, analysts at RBC Capital raised their price target on shares of Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. from $38.00 to $43.00 in a research note to investors on Friday, May 3rd.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned  a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of $44.17.</p>
<p>Shares of Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NYSE/AJG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NYSE: AJG</a>) traded down 3.28% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $43.87. Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. has a 52 week low of $33.95 and a 52 week high of $45.87. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $44.19. The company has a market cap of $5.561 billion and a P/E ratio of 27.34.</p>
<p>Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. (NYSE: AJG) last released its earnings data on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.08. The company had revenue of $674.10 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $614.86 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.27 earnings per share. Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co.&#8217;s revenue was up 23.3% compared to the same quarter last year. Analysts expect that Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co. will post $2.22 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Arthur J. Gallagher &#038; Co, together with its subsidiaries, is engaged in providing insurance brokerage and third-party claims settlement and administration services to entities in the United States and abroad.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191608" /></p>
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		<title>Grainger plc Receives Buy Rating from Jefferies Group (GRI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:25:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Grainger plc (LON: GRI)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Jefferies Group in a report released on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings.Net reports. They currently have a GBX 176 ($2.76) price objective on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 21.05% from the company&#8217;s current price. Several other analysts [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/grainger-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/grainger-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Grainger plc logo" title="Grainger plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Grainger plc (LON: GRI)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by research analysts at Jefferies Group in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings.Net</a> reports. They currently have a GBX 176 ($2.76) price objective on the stock. Jefferies Group&#8217;s target price suggests a potential upside of 21.05% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Several other analysts have also recently commented on the stock. Analysts at Numis Securities Ltd  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Grainger plc in a research note to investors on Monday, May 13th. They now have a GBX 161 ($2.53) price target on the stock. Analysts at Oriel Securities Ltd  reiterated an &#8220;add&#8221; rating on shares of Grainger plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday, May 1st.</p>
<p>Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating and three have given a buy rating to the company&#8217;s stock. The stock currently has a consensus rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and a consensus price target of GBX 152.84 ($2.40).</p>
<p>Grainger plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/GRI/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: GRI</a>) traded up 1.38% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 147.00. Grainger plc has a 52-week low of GBX 82.45 and a 52-week high of GBX 158.90. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 105.9. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;603.5 million.</p>
<p>Grainger plc is a holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in property trading and development.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191495" /></p>
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		<title>Beaufort Securities Reiterates &#8220;Buy&#8221; Rating for Aggreko plc (AGK)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:25:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Aggreko plc (LON: AGK)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Beaufort Securities in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aggreko-plc-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/aggreko-plc-logo.jpg" alt="Aggreko plc logo" title="Aggreko plc logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span style='font-weight:bold'>Aggreko plc (LON: AGK)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reaffirmed by equities research analysts at Beaufort Securities in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports.</p>
<p>Other equities research analysts have also recently issued reports about the stock. Analysts at Credit Suisse  reiterated a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,000 ($31.41) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Citigroup  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Aggreko plc in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 2,100 ($32.98) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at UBS AG downgraded shares of Aggreko plc to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a research note to investors on Wednesday. They now have a GBX 1,850 ($29.05) price target on the stock, down previously from GBX 1,975 ($31.01).</p>
<p>One equities research analyst  has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued  a hold rating and sixteen have issued  a buy rating to the stock. The stock  has a consensus rating of &#8220;Buy&#8221; and a consensus target price of GBX 1,962.52 ($30.82).</p>
<p>Aggreko plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AGK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AGK</a>) traded down 5.25% on Wednesday, hitting GBX 1660.00. Aggreko plc has a 1-year low of GBX 1548.00 and a 1-year high of GBX 2415.00. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently GBX 2332.. The company&#8217;s market cap is &pound;4.419 billion.</p>
<p>Aggreko plc (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/LON/AGK/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>LON: AGK</a>) provides power and temperature control solutions to customers who need them either very quickly, or for a short or indeterminate length of time.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191481" /></p>
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		<title>Silicon Image Downgraded to Neutral at Zacks (SIMG)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:25:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>LUSA Staff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Silicon Image (NASDAQ: SIMG) was downgraded by Zacks from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, Analyst Ratings Network reports. They currently have a $6.70 price target on the stock. Zacks&#8216; price target would indicate a potential upside of 22.04% from the company&#8217;s current price. Shares of Silicon Image [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/silicon-image-inc-logo.png"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/silicon-image-inc-logo.png" alt="Silicon Image logo" title="Silicon Image logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Silicon Image (NASDAQ: SIMG)</span> was downgraded by <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a> from an &#8220;outperform&#8221; rating to a &#8220;neutral&#8221; rating in a report released on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">Analyst Ratings Network</a> reports. They currently have a $6.70 price target on the stock. <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>Zacks</a>&#8216; price target would indicate a potential upside of 22.04% from the company&#8217;s current price.</p>
<p>Shares of Silicon Image (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/SIMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: SIMG</a>) traded down 4.02% during mid-day trading on Wednesday, hitting $5.49. Silicon Image has a 52 week low of $3.53 and a 52 week high of $6.07. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently $4.79. The company&#8217;s market cap is $423.8 million.</p>
<p>Silicon Image (NASDAQ: SIMG) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, April 30th. The company reported $0.04 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the analysts&#8217; consensus estimate of $0.01 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $62.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $60.15 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted ($0.01) earnings per share. The company&#8217;s quarterly revenue was up 12.7% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts expect that Silicon Image will post $0.31 EPS for the current fiscal year. </p>
<p>Silicon Image, Inc. (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/NASDAQ/SIMG/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>NASDAQ: SIMG</a>) is engaged in semiconductors and Internet protocol (IP) solutions for the storage, distribution and presentation of high-definition content.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191788" /></p>
<p>To view Zacks&#8217; full report, visit <a href='http://www.americanbankingnews.com/zacks/'>www.zacks.com</a></p>
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		<title>Luxottica Group SpA&#8217;s Buy Rating Reaffirmed at Cantor Fitzgerald (LUX)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:25:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Luxottica Group SpA (BIT: LUX)&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, StockRatingsNetwork.com reports. They currently have a &#8364;44.00 ($58.67) price objective on the stock. Luxottica Group SpA (BIT: LUX) traded down 0.52% on Wednesday, hitting &#8364;39.7900. Luxottica Group SpA has a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://localizedusa.com/logos/luxottica-group-spa-logo.jpg"><img src="http://localizedusa.com/logos/luxottica-group-spa-logo.jpg" alt="Luxottica Group SpA logo" title="Luxottica Group SpA logo" class="companylogo alignleft size-full" /></a><span>Luxottica Group SpA (BIT: LUX)</span>&#8216;s stock had its &#8220;buy&#8221; rating reiterated by investment analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, <a href="http://www.analystratings.net/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough"  target="_blank">StockRatingsNetwork.com</a> reports. They currently have a &euro;44.00 ($58.67) price objective on the stock.</p>
<p>Luxottica Group SpA (<a href='http://www.analystratings.net/stocks/BIT/LUX/?RegistrationCode=ArticleClickthrough' target='_blank'>BIT: LUX</a>) traded down 0.52% on Wednesday, hitting &#8364;39.7900. Luxottica Group SpA has a 52-week low of &#8364;26.4700 and a 52-week high of &#8364;42.9700. The stock&#8217;s 50-day moving average is currently &#8364;28.06. The company has a market cap of &#8364;18.763 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 33.06.</p>
<p>A number of other analysts have also recently weighed in on LUX. Analysts at AlphaValue  reiterated a &#8220;sell&#8221; rating on shares of Luxottica Group SpA in a research note to investors on Thursday, June 13th. They now have a &euro;26.60 ($35.47) price target on the stock. Separately, analysts at Nomura  reiterated a &#8220;reduce&#8221; rating on shares of Luxottica Group SpA in a research note to investors on Friday, May 24th. They now have a &euro;35.00 ($46.67) price target on the stock. Finally, analysts at Bryan Garnier &#038; Cie  reiterated a &#8220;buy&#8221; rating on shares of Luxottica Group SpA in a research note to investors on Thursday, May 23rd. They now have a &euro;44.00 ($58.67) price target on the stock.</p>
<p>Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, four have issued  a hold rating and four have issued  a buy rating to the company. Luxottica Group SpA presently has an average rating of &#8220;Hold&#8221; and an average target price of &euro;35.66 ($47.55).</p>
<p>Luxottica Group SpA is an Italy-based company engaged in the design, manufacturing and distribution of prescription frames, sports eyewear and sunglasses.<img src="http://www.americanconsumernews.net/scripts/viewcount.ashx?type=a&#038;id=191653" /></p>
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