Tough Sledding For Growth Stocks
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Jul 17, 5:23PM CDT
A market uptrend under pressure came under a little more pressure Thursday. Clearly, distribution days in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are weighing on the price action of many leading growth names. Rather than listen to opinions about where the market is...
Stocks Fall Sharply As Ukraine, Israel Tensions Weigh
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Jul 17, 3:20PM CDT
Sellers came back into the market Thursday. A soft open worsened on news that a Malaysian passenger jet crashed in Ukraine near the Russian border. The selling intensified after Israel said it launched a ground military offensive in Gaza. At the...
Samsung Seeking Growth in the Booming Tech 'Wearables' Market
at The Street - Thu Jul 17, 10:56AM CDT
The market is expected to grow 80% a year. Samsung wants to capitalize,
Samsung may combat iWatch
at Investor's Business Daily - Wed Jul 16, 5:51PM CDT
Under Armour (UA) is talking with Samsung Electronics to develop a line of wearable fitness devices, S. Korea's Yonhap News Agency reported. The companies reportedly discussed ways to counter the impact of Nike (NKE) and Apple (AAPL), which is...
Under Armour Set to Possibly Rebound After Yesterday's Selloff of 1.76%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Jul 16, 5:30PM CDT
Under Armour (NYSE:UA) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $57.28 to a high of $58.87. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.8%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $57.60 on volume of 2.1 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Samsung, Under Armour May Team To Fight Apple iWatch
at Investor's Business Daily - Wed Jul 16, 2:58PM CDT
Samsung Electronics is reportedly working with sports clothing maker Under Armour (UA) for the development of wearable fitness devices, according to a South Korean media outlet. The Yonhap News Agency said Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank reportedly met...
What Really Happened to Lululemon?
Michael Carter, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Tue Jul 15, 6:52PM CDT
Between the beginning of 2009 and the end of 2012, Lululemon exploded as its stock skyrocketed over 1800% during this four-year period. However, after falling over 20% in 2013, its stock has accelerated downward and already dropped 32%...
Retail Begins Picking It Up - Zacks Analyst Interviews
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 15, 2:03AM CDT
Retail Begins Picking It Up - Zacks Analyst Interviews
Retail Begins Picking It Up - Industry Outlook
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Jul 15, 2:03AM CDT
Retail Begins Picking It Up - Industry Outlook
Can Nike Profit From U.S. Soccer After World Cup Fever Fades?
Andrew Marder, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Jul 14, 12:00PM CDT
Nike CEO Mark Parker thinks soccer is here to stay. "Here" obviously refers to the United States, which is just about the only place in the world where soccer isn't already a major national sport. The English Premier League brought in more than $5...
Joe's Jeans (JOEZ) Soars: Stock Gains 20.4% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jul 14, 8:25AM CDT
Joe's Jeans (JOEZ) was a big mover last session, with shares surging over 20% on the day.
Is Under Armour Too Dependent on Brand Power?
Philip Saglimbeni, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Jul 13, 6:05AM CDT
Almost all successful high-end retailers have one thing in common: strong brand perception among consumers. A strong brand translates into loyal customers and increased pricing power, which means more reliable revenue streams and higher...
Finish Line Results May Be Tested By Changing Trends
at Investor's Business Daily - Fri Jul 11, 2:48PM CDT
Finish Line (FINL) may not be able to keep pace with a shift in footwear tastes away from its mainstay running shoes and toward lower-priced styles, analysts warned. The athletic gear retailer was downgraded from buy to neutral by Sterne Agee, which...
Under Armour's International Expansion Is Just Beginning
Philip Saglimbeni, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Fri Jul 11, 12:00PM CDT
Under Armour's NYC store. Source: Under Armour. Athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories manufacturer Under Armour has had great success growing rapidly in North American markets, and the brand is now recognized as a premiere athletic label...
'Mad Money' Lightning Round: American Airlines Delivers
at The Street - Fri Jul 11, 5:00AM CDT
Cramer is avoiding Annaly Capital, warns GW Pharmaceuticals could have ups and down and likes Ensco over Transocean.
Jim Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Buy, Don't Sell, on European Weakness
at The Street - Thu Jul 10, 7:02PM CDT
It's not 2008 anymore and one Portugal bank's problems is no reason to panic, Cramer says.
Why Cliffs Natural Resources Inc., Best Buy Co. Inc., and Under Armour, Inc. Are Today’s 3 Worst Sto
John Divine, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Jul 10, 6:21PM CDT
The stock market took a hit today as investors fretted over news that a major player in Portugal's banking system could be in trouble. The fear is that a banking crisis in Portugal could cause contagion in Europe, which, in turn, would affect global...
Extended-Stay Charlotte, NC Hotel Beckons Charlotte Premium Outlets(R) Shoppers With Shop 'N' Stay Package
Marketwire - Thu Jul 10, 2:52PM CDT
Bargain hunters, rejoice: The Residence Inn Charlotte South at I-77/Tyvola Road now invites guests to maximize their savings by booking a Shop 'N' Stay package to celebrate the highly-anticipated July 31st grand opening of its newest neighbor, Charlotte Premium Outlets(R).
Is This Market Sell-off Creating Investor Buying Opportunities?
at The Street - Thu Jul 10, 2:48PM CDT
After new market highs last week, this week is delivering a broad selloff driven by a whole host of concerns. But does it also provide some opportunities for investors?
Nike Gains Fashion Street Cred On Net-a-Sporter
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Jul 10, 1:54PM CDT
Upscale $400 Banjo & Matilda cashmere hoodies and $330 Orlebar Brown bikinis dwell alongside $30 tanks and $85 sneakers from Nike (NKE) on the new Net-a-Sporter premium shopping site, an indication the athletic brand is gaining street cred in...