Starz Tops Q2 Earnings, Lags Revenues, Home Video Sales Drop - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 01, 8:54AM CDT
Starz (STRZA) reported mixed financial results for the second quarter of 2014. While net income significantly outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate, total revenue fell well below the same.
4 Stocks Warren Buffett Is Selling in 2014
at The Street - Fri Aug 01, 7:47AM CDT
Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway trimmed its position in these four stocks in the most recently reported quarter.
Starz Reports Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results
Business Wire - Thu Jul 31, 6:33AM CDT
Starz (NASDAQ:STRZA, STRZB) today reported second quarter 2014 results. Highlights include (1):
Is Starz (STRZA) Geared Up to Surprise This Earnings Season? - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 30, 3:50PM CDT
Starz (STRZA) is set to release its second-quarter 2014 results before the opening bell on Jul 31, 2014.
Pre-market Media Picks -- CBS Corp., Liberty Global, Charter Communications, DISH Network, and Starz
PR Newswire - Wed Jul 23, 8:00AM CDT
On Tuesday, July 22, 2014, the NASDAQ Composite ended at 4,456.02, up 0.71%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.36%, to finish the day at 17,113.54, and the S&P 500 closed at 1,983.53, up 0.50%. The gains were broad based as eight out of ten sectors ended the session in positive. The S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Sector Index ended the day at 535.06, up 0.46%, with the index also advancing 4.65% in the previous three months. Investor-Edge has initiated coverage on the following equities: CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS), Liberty Global PLC (NASDAQ: LBTYA), Charter Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR), DISH Network Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH), and Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA). Free research on these five companies can be accessed at:
Starz Offers Free Sampling of Series Premiere Episode of "Outlander" on TV and Online Beginning August 2
Business Wire - Fri Jul 11, 3:45PM CDT
Millions of "Outlander" fans...your time has nearly come. Starz announced today details of an early opportunity to enjoy the first full episode of the new STARZ Original Series, "Outlander," beginning August 2. One of the most widely-anticipated STARZ Original series, "Outlander" is adapted from Diana Gabaldon's international best-selling books and executive produced by Ronald D. Moore ("Battlestar Galactica"
STARZ Receives a Network Record of 11 Emmy(R) Award Nominations Including "The White Queen" for Outstanding Miniseries and Chiwetel Ejiofor for Lead Actor in a Miniseries
Business Wire - Thu Jul 10, 12:05PM CDT
STARZ miniseries and original series were nominated for a network record of 11 Emmy(R) nominations this morning at the 66th Primetime Emmy(R) nomination announcement at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in North Hollywood, Calif. The network garnered one nomination in the Outstanding Miniseries category for its original miniseries, "The White Queen" and Chiwetel Ejiofor received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for "Dancing on the Edge."
Omari Hardwick Covers Rolling Out Magazine
PRWeb - Thu Jul 03, 2:03PM CDT
One wouldn't necessarily expect a highly-touted high school athlete to aspire to become a poet; and one likely wouldn't expect an established poet to pursue a career in acting; but Omari Hardwick has spent the majority of his life defying expectations. The Atlanta-born actor heads an acclaimed cast of talented actors on "Power," the new crime drama series from Starz. Having appeared in films such as Spike Lee's 'Miracle at St. Anna' and on series such as "Being Mary Jane," playing the conflicted James "Ghost" St. Patrick presented an interesting opportunity for Hardwick.
Upcoming Earnings, Leadership Appointments, New Launches for Entertainment, and Technical Updates - Analyst Notes on CBS, Starz, AMC Networks, DreamWorks Animation and IMAX
PR Newswire - Thu Jul 03, 5:10AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS), Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA), AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX), DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc. (NASDAQ: DWA) and IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.analystsreview.com/4415-100free.
The Trek of Queen Mary 2 to Begin with George Takei Documentary
Business Wire - Wed Jul 02, 12:57PM CDT
Before Queen Mary 2 sails her 28 July Transatlantic Crossing, select Cunard Line guests will take an enlightening journey through the life of actor, activist and social media superstar George Takei. The actor will participate in an exclusive on board screening of his biographical documentary "To Be Takei" (Starz Digital Media), and will join the as the ship's distinguished guest on the eight-night voyage from New York to Southampton, during which the film will also be screened.
Starz Adds David Weil to Executive Team as Executive Vice President and General Counsel
Business Wire - Mon Jun 30, 11:36AM CDT
Chris Albrecht, CEO of Starz, announced that David Weil has joined the company as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs. Weil will be based in the Beverly Hills headquarters where he will be responsible for developing the strategic direction of business and legal affairs for the company, including the STARZ linear channels, affiliate negotiations, public company compliance management and the worldwide distribution and home entertainment businesses. He will take over from Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Starz, Steve Beabout, who is retiring after 18 years as General Counsel, and report to Chris Albrecht.
Starz Announces Second Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Business Wire - Mon Jun 30, 10:53AM CDT
Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB) and Chief Executive Officer, Chris Albrecht, will host a conference call to discuss results for the second quarter of 2014, on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 1:00 PM ET. During the call, Mr. Albrecht will discuss the company's financial performance and may discuss future opportunities.
Starz Greenlights "The Girlfriend Experience" from Steven Soderbergh, Philip Fleishman, Lodge Kerrigan and Amy Seimetz
Business Wire - Mon Jun 23, 12:00PM CDT
Starz today announced the greenlight of "The Girlfriend Experience," a 13-part anthology series produced by Transactional Pictures. Inspired by the 2009 Magnolia Pictures film of the same title, Steven Soderbergh and Philip Fleishman will serve as executive producers along with independent filmmakers Lodge Kerrigan and Amy Seimetz, who will also write and direct on the series.
Ogilvy Public Relations Appoints Patricia Galea Los Angeles Office Head
PR Newswire - Fri Jun 20, 12:14PM CDT
Ogilvy Public Relations (Ogilvy PR), an integrated global communications firm, today announced the appointment of Patricia Galea to Executive Vice President and Los Angeles Office Head, effective July 10. Reporting to Ogilvy PR/West Regional Managing Director Nathan Friedman, Galea will work across the firms' Los Angeles clients and will be responsible for the office's strategic direction and growth, working closely with the Ogilvy PR West regional team as well as the agency's U.S. network.
12 scripted TV shows for cool summer viewing
By FRAZIER MOORE - AP - Thu Jun 19, 6:36AM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Doctors warn against getting too much sun. Fortunately, there's lots of cool TV ahead to keep us out of harm's way. Here are a dozen scripted series that will keep us safe inside this summer, basking in the glow of our favorite screen.
Technical Insight on Media Equities -- Research on CBS Corp., Starz, AMC Networks, and World Wrestling Entertainment
PR Newswire - Tue Jun 17, 5:50AM CDT
On Monday, June 16, 2014, the NASDAQ Composite ended at 4,321.11, up 0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged 0.03% higher to finish the day at 16,781.01, and the S&P 500 closed at 1,937.78, up 0.08%. The gains were broad based with seven out of ten sectors ending the session in positive. The S&P 500 Consumer Discretionary Sector Index ended the day at 521.81, up 0.34%, with the index advancing 3.31% in the last one month. Investor-Edge has initiated coverage on the following equities: CBS Corp. (NYSE: CBS), Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA), AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) and World Wrestling Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: WWE). Free technical research on CBS, STRZA, AMCX and WWE can be downloaded upon signing up at:
Liberty Media Corporation to Hold Annual Meeting of Stockholders
Business Wire - Fri Jun 13, 6:53PM CDT
Liberty Media Corporation (Nasdaq: LMCA, LMCB) will be holding its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Monday, August 4, 2014, at 8:30 a.m., M.D.T., at the corporate offices of Starz, 8900 Liberty Circle, Englewood, Colorado 80112. The record date for the meeting is 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 19, 2014. At the meeting, Liberty Media Corporation may make observations regarding the company's financial performance and outlook.
Liberty Interactive Corporation to Hold Annual Meeting of Stockholders
Business Wire - Fri Jun 13, 6:42PM CDT
Liberty Interactive Corporation (Nasdaq: LINTA, LINTB, LVNTA, LVNTB) will be holding its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Monday, August 4, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., M.D.T., at the corporate offices of Starz, 8900 Liberty Circle, Englewood, Colorado 80112. The record date for the meeting is 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on June 19, 2014. At the meeting, Liberty Interactive Corporation may make observations regarding the company's financial performance and outlook.
Starz Charges Up for a Second Season of the Original Series "Power"
Business Wire - Wed Jun 11, 3:08PM CDT
--Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and Creator and Executive Producer Courtney Kemp Agboh Return
Starz releases trailer for LeBron's sitcom
AP - Wed Jun 11, 7:28AM CDT
MIAMI (AP) — LeBron James' sitcom is closer to becoming reality.