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Appointments, Scheduled Conference Presentation, and Stock Price Update - Analyst Notes on BRF, Hormel Foods, Leucadia, Post, and Sanderson Farms
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 10, 11:36AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding BRF SA (NYSE: BRFS), Hormel Foods Corp (NYSE: HRL), Leucadia National Corp. (NYSE: LUK), Post Holdings Inc. (NYSE: POST), and Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
3 New Issues IPO Investors Need to Know About for This Week
Eric Volkman, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Mar 09, 1:00PM CDT
Marching more deeply into March, initial public offerings are keeping up the accelerated pace of recent times. Three notable new issues hoping to bring in over $50 million from their IPOs will make it to market this week. As with so many fresh...
Fitch Affirms Jefferies' Long- and Short-Term IDRs at 'BBB-/F3'; Outlook Stable
Business Wire - Thu Mar 06, 4:22PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Jefferies Group LLC's (Jefferies) long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-' and its short-term IDR at 'F3'. The Rating Outlook remains Stable. See the full list of ratings at the end of this press release.
Fitch Affirms Leucadia's Long-Term IDR at 'BBB-'; Outlook Stable
Business Wire - Thu Mar 06, 4:01PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Leucadia National Corp.'s (Leucadia) long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-'. The Rating Outlook remains Stable. See the full list of ratings at the end of this press release.
Here's How Russia and Ukraine Could Alter the U.S. Economy
Taylor Muckerman and Joel South, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Wed Mar 05, 8:29AM CST
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine obviously has the world tuned in to what is going on, and for good reason. But how should investors view the current situation? According to our analysts, investors need to pay attention to the...
Jefferies Reports Preliminary Fiscal First-Quarter 2014 Financial Results
Business Wire - Tue Mar 04, 7:02AM CST
Jefferies Group LLC today announced preliminary financial results for its fiscal first quarter 2014. Jefferies will release additional details about its first quarter 2014 results on March 18, 2014. These preliminary quarterly results are being released in advance of Jefferies' normal earnings release schedule in light of the Leucadia and Jefferies conference call to be held later this morning on March 4, 2014 and, as such, the preliminary release of earnings is a one-time occurrence.
American Realty Capital Properties and Cole Capital(TM) Name Michael Ezzell to Lead Private Capital Management Business
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 5:00AM CST
American Realty Capital Properties, Inc. ("ARCP") and Cole Capital(TM), ARCP's private capital management business, jointly announced today the appointment of Michael Ezzell as Executive Vice President of Private Capital Markets.
Sonoco ThermoSafe Launches Envoy® Frozen Series of Pre-Qualified Shippers
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 4:30AM CST
Sonoco ThermoSafe, a unit of Sonoco (NYSE:SON) and a leading global provider of temperature assurance packaging, has added frozen (less than minus 20 degrees Celsius) configurations to its popular Envoy Series of pre-qualified shippers. The Envoy Series is a proven solution for maintaining pharmaceuticals, biologics, vaccines and other high-value products within a specified temperature range during transport. With the addition of the frozen range, the Envoy Series now offers a complete suite of solutions for frozen, refrigerated and CRT shipping applications.
Leucadia 2013 Earnings Down, Stake up in HomeFed - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Mar 03, 8:50AM CST
Leucadia reported net income of $369.2 million in 2013, down compared with $854.5 million in 2012. Earnings per share from continuing operations were $1.06, way below $3.53 recorded in 2012. Also, Leucadia announced it will increase its stake in HomeFed from 31% to 65%.
Leucadia National Corporation Announces Appointment of Linda L. Adamany to Its Board of Directors
Business Wire - Mon Mar 03, 8:00AM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) announced today that the Board of Directors of Leucadia has elected Linda L. Adamany to the Board of Directors.
HomeFed signs agreement for portfolio of real estate assets from Leucadia National Corporation
M2 - Mon Mar 03, 6:01AM CST
US-based HomeFed Corporation (OTCMKTS:HOFD), that invests in and develops residential real estate projects, signed a definitive agreement with Leucadia National Corporation to acquire some of its real estate subsidiaries, investments and cash of about USD18.4m in return for the issue of HomeFed's 7.5m new unregistered shares of common stock to Leucadia.
HomeFed Corporation to Acquire Portfolio of Real Estate Assets from Leucadia National Corporation
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:23PM CST
HomeFed Corporation ("HomeFed") announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire certain real estate subsidiaries and investments of Leucadia National Corporation ("Leucadia") and cash in the aggregate amount of approximately $18.4 million (subject to adjustment) in exchange for the issuance by HomeFed of 7.5 million new unregistered shares of its common stock to Leucadia. Upon the closing of the transaction, Leucadia will own approximately 65% of HomeFed's outstanding shares of common stock; however, Leucadia has agreed to limit its voting rights such that it will not have a majority voting interest in HomeFed. The terms and conditions of the transaction, including the definitive agreement, were negotiated and approved by a special independent committee of the Company's board of directors and ratified by the Company's board of directors. As part of its review and analysis of the acquisition, the independent committee received a fairness opinion from Duff & Phelps LLC, as its financial advisor.
Leucadia National Corporation to Increase Stake in HomeFed Corporation to 65% in Exchange for Real Estate Holdings and Cash
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:23PM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK)("Leucadia") announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement for HomeFed Corporation ("HomeFed") to acquire certain of Leucadia's real estate subsidiaries, investments and $18.4 million in cash (subject to adjustment) in exchange for 7.5 million common shares of HomeFed to be newly issued to Leucadia. At December 31, 2013, the book value of Leucadia's assets to be acquired by HomeFed (including the cash) is approximately $178.5 million. Upon closing, Leucadia will own approximately 65% of HomeFed's outstanding common shares; however, Leucadia has agreed to limit its voting rights such that it will not have a majority voting interest in HomeFed.
Leucadia National Corporation Announces 2013 Results
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:20PM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) today announced its operating results for the year ended December 31, 2013. Net income attributable to Leucadia National Corporation common shareholders was $369.2 million ($1.06 per diluted common share) for 2013 compared to $854.5 million ($3.44 per diluted common share) for 2012. These results reflect the inclusion of the operations of Jefferies Group LLC and its subsidiaries since its acquisition on March 1, 2013. In addition, during 2013, operating results include realized and unrealized gains of $410.3 million, excluding investments held by Jefferies, comprised of an unrealized gain on Jefferies shares prior to the acquisition and a realized gain related to the sale of Inmet Mining Corporation. During 2012, operating results include realized gains and income recognized of $1,179.8 million related to securities of Fortescue Metals Group Ltd.
President Bill Clinton to Deliver Keynote Address at Jefferies 2014 Global TMT Conference in Miami
Business Wire - Tue Feb 25, 10:41AM CST
Jefferies today announced that President Bill Clinton, Founder of the Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, will deliver the keynote address at the Jefferies 2014 Global TMT Conference May 6-8 in Miami, Florida.
Leucadia and Jefferies Announce Combined Management Conference Call on March 4, 2014
Business Wire - Mon Feb 24, 7:04AM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) and Jefferies LLC today announced a joint conference call with management to be held on March 4, 2014, recapping 2013 performance and giving a high-level overview of strategies and plans for 2014.
Blackhawk Resource Corp. Receives Conditional Approval on Change of Business
Marketwire Canada - Fri Feb 21, 3:27PM CST
Blackhawk Resource Corp. (the "Corporation" or "Blackhawk") (TSX VENTURE:BLR), is pleased to announce that it has received conditional approval in regards to its previously announced proposed change of business to an investment company (the "Proposed COB").
Toxic Stocks: 5 Charts to Sell
at The Street - Fri Feb 21, 5:00AM CST
Here's a technical look at five stocks you should avoid right now.
Leucadia National Corp.Corporate Event Announcement Notice
Wall Street Horizon - Wed Feb 19, 8:13PM CST
(TSX: SCL.A, SCL.B)
Peak Launches Two Tony Parker All-Star Sneakers
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 19, 10:00AM CST
Peak Sport Products Co., Limited ("Peak" or the "Company" and its subsidiaries, together called the "Group", Stock Code: 1968.HK) is pleased to announce the launch of two Tony Parker All-Star TP9 series sneakers which were worn by the athlete during the All-Star Game in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 16.
Appointments, Scheduled Conference Presentation, and Stock Price Update - Analyst Notes on BRF, Hormel Foods, Leucadia, Post, and Sanderson Farms
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 10, 11:36AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding BRF SA (NYSE: BRFS), Hormel Foods Corp (NYSE: HRL), Leucadia National Corp. (NYSE: LUK), Post Holdings Inc. (NYSE: POST), and Sanderson Farms, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAFM). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
3 New Issues IPO Investors Need to Know About for This Week
Eric Volkman, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Mar 09, 1:00PM CDT
Marching more deeply into March, initial public offerings are keeping up the accelerated pace of recent times. Three notable new issues hoping to bring in over $50 million from their IPOs will make it to market this week. As with so many fresh...
Fitch Affirms Jefferies' Long- and Short-Term IDRs at 'BBB-/F3'; Outlook Stable
Business Wire - Thu Mar 06, 4:22PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Jefferies Group LLC's (Jefferies) long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-' and its short-term IDR at 'F3'. The Rating Outlook remains Stable. See the full list of ratings at the end of this press release.
Fitch Affirms Leucadia's Long-Term IDR at 'BBB-'; Outlook Stable
Business Wire - Thu Mar 06, 4:01PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Leucadia National Corp.'s (Leucadia) long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-'. The Rating Outlook remains Stable. See the full list of ratings at the end of this press release.
Here's How Russia and Ukraine Could Alter the U.S. Economy
Taylor Muckerman and Joel South, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Wed Mar 05, 8:29AM CST
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine obviously has the world tuned in to what is going on, and for good reason. But how should investors view the current situation? According to our analysts, investors need to pay attention to the...
Jefferies Reports Preliminary Fiscal First-Quarter 2014 Financial Results
Business Wire - Tue Mar 04, 7:02AM CST
Jefferies Group LLC today announced preliminary financial results for its fiscal first quarter 2014. Jefferies will release additional details about its first quarter 2014 results on March 18, 2014. These preliminary quarterly results are being released in advance of Jefferies' normal earnings release schedule in light of the Leucadia and Jefferies conference call to be held later this morning on March 4, 2014 and, as such, the preliminary release of earnings is a one-time occurrence.
American Realty Capital Properties and Cole Capital(TM) Name Michael Ezzell to Lead Private Capital Management Business
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 5:00AM CST
American Realty Capital Properties, Inc. ("ARCP") and Cole Capital(TM), ARCP's private capital management business, jointly announced today the appointment of Michael Ezzell as Executive Vice President of Private Capital Markets.
Sonoco ThermoSafe Launches Envoy® Frozen Series of Pre-Qualified Shippers
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 4:30AM CST
Sonoco ThermoSafe, a unit of Sonoco (NYSE:SON) and a leading global provider of temperature assurance packaging, has added frozen (less than minus 20 degrees Celsius) configurations to its popular Envoy Series of pre-qualified shippers. The Envoy Series is a proven solution for maintaining pharmaceuticals, biologics, vaccines and other high-value products within a specified temperature range during transport. With the addition of the frozen range, the Envoy Series now offers a complete suite of solutions for frozen, refrigerated and CRT shipping applications.
Leucadia 2013 Earnings Down, Stake up in HomeFed - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Mar 03, 8:50AM CST
Leucadia reported net income of $369.2 million in 2013, down compared with $854.5 million in 2012. Earnings per share from continuing operations were $1.06, way below $3.53 recorded in 2012. Also, Leucadia announced it will increase its stake in HomeFed from 31% to 65%.
Leucadia National Corporation Announces Appointment of Linda L. Adamany to Its Board of Directors
Business Wire - Mon Mar 03, 8:00AM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) announced today that the Board of Directors of Leucadia has elected Linda L. Adamany to the Board of Directors.
HomeFed signs agreement for portfolio of real estate assets from Leucadia National Corporation
M2 - Mon Mar 03, 6:01AM CST
US-based HomeFed Corporation (OTCMKTS:HOFD), that invests in and develops residential real estate projects, signed a definitive agreement with Leucadia National Corporation to acquire some of its real estate subsidiaries, investments and cash of about USD18.4m in return for the issue of HomeFed's 7.5m new unregistered shares of common stock to Leucadia.
HomeFed Corporation to Acquire Portfolio of Real Estate Assets from Leucadia National Corporation
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:23PM CST
HomeFed Corporation ("HomeFed") announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire certain real estate subsidiaries and investments of Leucadia National Corporation ("Leucadia") and cash in the aggregate amount of approximately $18.4 million (subject to adjustment) in exchange for the issuance by HomeFed of 7.5 million new unregistered shares of its common stock to Leucadia. Upon the closing of the transaction, Leucadia will own approximately 65% of HomeFed's outstanding shares of common stock; however, Leucadia has agreed to limit its voting rights such that it will not have a majority voting interest in HomeFed. The terms and conditions of the transaction, including the definitive agreement, were negotiated and approved by a special independent committee of the Company's board of directors and ratified by the Company's board of directors. As part of its review and analysis of the acquisition, the independent committee received a fairness opinion from Duff & Phelps LLC, as its financial advisor.
Leucadia National Corporation to Increase Stake in HomeFed Corporation to 65% in Exchange for Real Estate Holdings and Cash
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:23PM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK)("Leucadia") announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement for HomeFed Corporation ("HomeFed") to acquire certain of Leucadia's real estate subsidiaries, investments and $18.4 million in cash (subject to adjustment) in exchange for 7.5 million common shares of HomeFed to be newly issued to Leucadia. At December 31, 2013, the book value of Leucadia's assets to be acquired by HomeFed (including the cash) is approximately $178.5 million. Upon closing, Leucadia will own approximately 65% of HomeFed's outstanding common shares; however, Leucadia has agreed to limit its voting rights such that it will not have a majority voting interest in HomeFed.
Leucadia National Corporation Announces 2013 Results
Business Wire - Fri Feb 28, 2:20PM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) today announced its operating results for the year ended December 31, 2013. Net income attributable to Leucadia National Corporation common shareholders was $369.2 million ($1.06 per diluted common share) for 2013 compared to $854.5 million ($3.44 per diluted common share) for 2012. These results reflect the inclusion of the operations of Jefferies Group LLC and its subsidiaries since its acquisition on March 1, 2013. In addition, during 2013, operating results include realized and unrealized gains of $410.3 million, excluding investments held by Jefferies, comprised of an unrealized gain on Jefferies shares prior to the acquisition and a realized gain related to the sale of Inmet Mining Corporation. During 2012, operating results include realized gains and income recognized of $1,179.8 million related to securities of Fortescue Metals Group Ltd.
President Bill Clinton to Deliver Keynote Address at Jefferies 2014 Global TMT Conference in Miami
Business Wire - Tue Feb 25, 10:41AM CST
Jefferies today announced that President Bill Clinton, Founder of the Clinton Foundation and 42nd President of the United States, will deliver the keynote address at the Jefferies 2014 Global TMT Conference May 6-8 in Miami, Florida.
Leucadia and Jefferies Announce Combined Management Conference Call on March 4, 2014
Business Wire - Mon Feb 24, 7:04AM CST
Leucadia National Corporation (NYSE:LUK) and Jefferies LLC today announced a joint conference call with management to be held on March 4, 2014, recapping 2013 performance and giving a high-level overview of strategies and plans for 2014.
Blackhawk Resource Corp. Receives Conditional Approval on Change of Business
Marketwire Canada - Fri Feb 21, 3:27PM CST
Blackhawk Resource Corp. (the "Corporation" or "Blackhawk") (TSX VENTURE:BLR), is pleased to announce that it has received conditional approval in regards to its previously announced proposed change of business to an investment company (the "Proposed COB").
Toxic Stocks: 5 Charts to Sell
at The Street - Fri Feb 21, 5:00AM CST
Here's a technical look at five stocks you should avoid right now.
Leucadia National Corp.Corporate Event Announcement Notice
Wall Street Horizon - Wed Feb 19, 8:13PM CST
(TSX: SCL.A, SCL.B)
Peak Launches Two Tony Parker All-Star Sneakers
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 19, 10:00AM CST
Peak Sport Products Co., Limited ("Peak" or the "Company" and its subsidiaries, together called the "Group", Stock Code: 1968.HK) is pleased to announce the launch of two Tony Parker All-Star TP9 series sneakers which were worn by the athlete during the All-Star Game in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 16.
