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Shoppers filled the stores on this shortened Black Friday trading session. Retail's initial word is positive despite massive stock market selling in the wake of a potential Dubai default. Indexes moved sharply lower in the pre-open spending most of the day crawling higher closing well off their session lows. The DJIA closed down 154.48, the tech heavy Nasdaq dropped 37.61 and the broad based S&P 500 fell 19.14.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Monday.
Frontline (FRO | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), the oil tanker company, reports its earnings before the bell with an expected loss of 12 cents/share.
The Bermuda based, gas transport company Golar LNG (GLNG | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has forecasters awaiting a 2 cents loss prior to the open.
Propane company, Inergy (NRGY | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), reports its fiscal fourth quarter results before trading starts with an expected EPS loss of 49 cents.
Patriot Transportation (PATR | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has forecast a fiscal fourth quarter EPS of 59 cents revealed prior to the bell.
Popular clothier, Guess? Inc (GES | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), reports its fiscal third quarter 2010 EPS before the opening bell with a consensus estimate of 50 cents/share.
Bristol Myers Squibb's (BMY | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) & Eli Lilly's (LLY | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) cancer treatment Erbitux was a small trial success.
Stocks surged to a 13-month high today as better than expected home sales and a falling U.S. dollar powered the rally. Spiking gold and optimistic banter concerning world interest rates added to the bullish fervor. The DJIA closed up 132.79, the tech heavy Nasdaq soared 29.97, and the broad based S&P 500 added 14.86.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Tuesday.
Mall based jeweler, Zale (ZLC | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is hoping its loss does not exceed $2.10/share for their fiscal first quarter 2010 revealed prior to trading.
Hormel Foods (HRL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has its sights set on an EPS of 68 cents for their fiscal fourth quarter 2009 prior to the market open.
Fiscal 2nd quarter 2010 is expected to be 69 cents/share for famous ketchup maker, HJ Heinz (HNZ | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) before the bell.
65 cents/share is the expected fiscal 3rd quarter 2010 earnings for Dollar Tree Stores (DLTR | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) announced prior to trading.
The book seller, Borders (BGP | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is braced for a 46 cents loss for their fiscal 3rd quarter 2010 prior to the opening bell.
American Eagle Outfitters (AEO | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is looking at a 3rd quarter 2010 earnings of 21 cents/share before the open.
Ann Taylor Stores (ANN | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) advanced 5.95% or 81 cents to $14.43/share upon being raised to "overweight" at Thomas Weisel Partners.
Stocks took a bath today on the back of a major chipmaker downgrade and a stronger U.S. Dollar. Worries of overly optimistic stock prices added to the bearish nature of the day. The DJIA gave back 93.87, the tech heavy Nasdaq dropped 36.32, and the broad based S&P 500 fell 14.90.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Friday.
42 cents/share is the expected number for America CarMart's (CRMT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal 2nd quarter 2010 before the bell.
Ann Taylor (ANN | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has forecast fiscal third quarter earnings of 7 cents/share prior to trading.
A loss of 27 cents may be reveled before the open for DR Horton's (DHI | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal fourth quarter 2010.
Jam king, JM Smucker (SJM | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) announces its fiscal 2nd quarter 2010 results before the opening bell with an expected figure of $1.04/share.
Johnson Outdoors (JOUT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has projected a 50 cent/share loss for their fiscal fourth quarter 2009 prior to the 9:30 AM EST open.
Kirkland's (KIRK | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is expecting to see an EPS of 8 cents for its fiscal 3rd quarter 2010.
12 cents/share is the forecast number for Met-Pro Corp's (MPR | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal third quarter 2010 prior to trading.
Disappointing housing numbers and less than expected earnings from several tech names weighed heavily on the market today. Word of American Express buying Revolution Money and a potential takeover of E*trade lifted stocks off their lows but they remained in negative territory at the close. DJIA gave back 11.11, the tech heavy Nasdaq dropped 10.64, and the broad based S&P 500 dipped 0.52.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Thursday.
Sporting goods giant, Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is expecting a fiscal third quarter 2010 EPS of 9 cents before the open.
$1.32/share is the forecast EPS for The Children's Place (PLCE | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal third quarter 2010 announced prior to trading.
Internet Gold Golden Lines (IGLD | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has analysts looking at 23 cents/share before trading starts.
A loss of $2.10/share is projected for the Bon-Ton Stores's (BONT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal third quarter 2010 prior to the bell.
Sears Holdings (SHLD | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is also expecting a loss before the open with a forecast negative EPS of $1.07 for its fiscal third quarter 2010.
5 cents/share is the forecast number for high end kitchen retailer Williams Sonoma (WSM | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal third quarter 2010 before the open.
The Gap (GPS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) announces after the close with a projected number of 43 cents for its fiscal third quarter 2010.
The session started on a low note as profit taking and weak retail numbers kicked shares lower during morning trading. However, stronger energy prices and bargain hunters pushed stocks back into positive territory by the close. Overall, an erratic and lackluster positive session across the board. The DJIA advanced 30.46, the tech heavy Nasdaq battled back to close 5.93 higher and the broad based S&P 500 climbed 1.01.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Wednesday.
Clothier Chico's (CHS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is expecting fiscal third quarter 2010 EPS of 7 cents before the bell.
2 cents/share is the forecast figure for China Sunergy (CSUN | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) prior to trading.
Environmentally compliant shipper, Double Hull Tankers (DHT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is looking at an EPS of 7 cents before 9:30AM EST.
Mother-to-be specialist, Destination Maternity (DEST | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), has analysts looking for a fiscal fourth quarter 2009 loss of 15 cents/share.
Lex in Ohio's baby, Limited Brands (LTD | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), has forecast a 2 cents loss for its fiscal third quarter 2010 after the close.
33 cents/share after the bell is the projected number for Woodward Governor Company's (WGOV | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) fiscal fourth quarter 2009.
Solarfun Power Holdings (SOLF | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) announces before the open with an expected EPS of 14 cents.
Stocks paid no heed to Ben Bernanke's warnings of significant head winds for the recovery as they soared to 13-month high. Better than expected retail sales figures and surging oil prices lifted stocks sharply higher on the day. The DJIA surged 136.49, the tech heavy Nasdaq jumped higher by 29.97, and the broad based S&P 500 advanced 15.82.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Tuesday.
Discount club, BJ's Wholesale (BJ | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is expecting to see fiscal third quarter 2010 earnings of 45 cents/share prior to the open.
Pilgrim's Pride (PGPDQ | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has analysts awaiting a fiscal fourth quarter 2009 EPS of 49 cents after the market closes.
Once the final bell rings, cereal giant, Kellogg (K | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), will reveal its fiscal fourth quarter 2009 EPS with a projected number of 50 cents.
Kids gym specialist, Gymboree (GYMB | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), announces its fiscal third quarter 2010 EPS after the closing bell with a forecast number of $1.13.
Clothing designer, Perry Ellis (PERY | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), has its eyes fiscal third quarter 2010 earnings of 24 cents before the trading day starts.
Shopping mall sensation, Hot Topic (HOTT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), opens its books after the close with a forecast fiscal third quarter 2010 EPS of 13 cents.
Burger chain, Jack in the Box (JACK | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is announcing results after the close with a forecast figure of 55 cents for its fiscal fourth quarter 2009.
Stocks exhibited a lackluster session after yesterday's surging bull move. Pessimism from several CEOs in the banking sector concerning the recovery and a climbing U.S. dollar muted gains as the market closed mixed on the session. The DJIA closed up 20.03, the tech heavy Nasdaq fell 2.98 and the broad based S&P 500 slipped 0.07.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Wednesday.
Kohl's Corporation (KSS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is expecting an EPS of 61 cents for their fiscal third quarter 2010 before the bell on Wednesday.
Fiscal third quarter 2010 has Urban Outfitters (URBN | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) looking for an EPS of 35 cents prior to trading on Wednesday.
81 cents/share is the expected fiscal third quarter earnings for Wal-Mart Stores (WMT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) as the goliath reports before the open.
A loss of 12 cents/share is forecast for struggling video chain, Blockbuster (BBI | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) after the close on Wednesday.
Retailer, Nordstrom (JWN | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is looking at fiscal third quarter 2010 earnings of 37 cents after the closing bell on Wednesday evening.
Walt Disney (DIS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) announces after the close with a forecast fiscal fourth quarter 2009 EPS of 40 cents.
CIT Group (CITGQ | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is projecting a loss of $1.19/share before the trading day opens.
The bulls took full control of stocks today as the G20 nations unanimously agreed to keep fiscal stimulus measures in full effect. Stocks surged on the news as the U.S. dollar plummeted as investors dumped the Greenback in favor of equities. Gold jumped to an all time high, as the commodity complex rallied on the equity positive word. The DJIA surged 203.52, the tech heavy Nasdaq advanced 41.62, and the broad based S&P 500 climbed 23.77.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Tuesday.
Tyco (TYC | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has forecast fiscal fourth quarter earnings of 54 cents/share prior to the bell on Tuesday Morning.
Down on the farm, Bob Evans (BOBE | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is expecting fiscal second quarter 2010 earnings of 48 cents after the close on Tuesday evening.
Pan American Silver (PAAS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is announcing after trading is over with a forecast EPS of 21 cents.
Bra queens, Maidenform Brands (MFB | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), have its eyes set on an EPS of 35 cents after the closing bell on Tuesday.
Randgold Resources (GOLD | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is looking to ride the gold wave with an expected EPS of 23 cents before the open.
Watch and accessory maker, Fossil (FOSL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), has forecast an EPS of 42 cents prior to the opening bell.
Home builder, Beazer Homes (BZH | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is hoping its loss does not exceed $1.31/share for its fiscal fourth quarter 2009 prior to trading.
Bulls took solid control sending stocks rocketing higher into the close. Positive words from the unemployment front combined with stronger than expected retail figures powered the surging bull move. The DJIA broke 10,000 adding 203.82, the Nasdaq climbed 49.80, and the broad based S&P 500 advanced 20.13.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know for Friday.
Money manager, The Blackstone Group (BX | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is expecting an EPS of 13 cents on Friday before the open.
A loss of $1.38/share is in the cards for PMI Group (PMI | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) prior to trading on Friday morning.
FreightCar America (RAIL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is shooting for an EPS of 22 cents before the trading day begins on Friday.
Giant American International Group (AIG | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has traders awaiting an EPS of $1.20 to be announced prior to the bell on Friday.
Hospital innovator, Lifepoint (LPNT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating), is hoping for an EPS of 56 cents before 9:30 AM EST on Friday.
23 cents/share is the expected loss for Sun Microsystems (JAVA | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) after the market closes on Friday evening.
Alleghany Corp (Y | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) has analysts looking for an EPS of $3.50 after 4:00 PM EST on Friday.
In a classic twist of fate stocks sold off hard after surging higher on anticipation of market positive words from the Federal Reserve. The Fed provided comfort but shares sold off to mixed levels by the close.Word of Intel being sued by New York State did little to help the bull's case as the Nasdaq closed down on the day. The DJIA added 30.23, the Nasdaq gave back 1.80 and the S&P 500 eased higher by 1.09.
Here are 7 stocks you need to know about for Thursday.
Lamar Advertising (LAMR | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is marketing for an EPS loss of 16 cents prior to the opening of trading on Thursday.
9 cents/share is the expected EPS for Metro PCS (PCS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) before the bell on Thursday morning.
Sara Lee (SLE | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is cooking for a fiscal first quarter 2010 EPS of 17 cents prior to trading on Thursday.
The tough guys at World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) are expecting an EPS of 9 cents prior to the bell on Thursday.
76 cents/share is the forecast number for media giant Time Warner (TWC | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) on Thursday before the trading day begins.
Uncle Hef is nervous that Playboy's (PLA | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) loss may exceed 1 cent/share unveiled prior to the bell.
Travel site, Orbitz (OWW | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is expecting to see an EPS of 12 cents before trading starts on Thursday.
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