Activision Launches All Console Diablo III???Ultimate Edition - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 1:10PM CDT
Activision Blizzard Inc's (ATVI) Diablo III: Reaper of Souls ??? Ultimate Edition pack is now available in stores.
Falling Earnings Estimates Signal Weakness Ahead for Dorel Industries (DIIBF) - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 7:44AM CDT
Dorel Industries (DIIBF) has witnessed a significant price decline in the past four weeks, and it has seen negative earnings estimate revisions for the current quarter as well as the current year.
Weakness Seen in LIN Media (LIN) Estimates: Should You Stay Away? - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Aug 22, 7:40AM CDT
LIN Media (LIN) has witnessed a significant price decline in the past four weeks, and it has seen negative earnings estimate revisions for the current quarter as well as the current year.
King Digital (KING) Down to Strong Sell on Weak FY14 Outlook - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 21, 1:40PM CDT
On Aug 20, 2014, Zacks Investment Research downgraded King Digital Entertainment plc (KING) to a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell).
3 Reasons Electronic Arts Inc.'s Stock Could Fall
Sam Mattera, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Aug 21, 11:27AM CDT
Shares of video game giant Electronic Arts have pulled back in recent weeks, but still trade near their post-crisis high. Year to date, Electronic Arts has rallied more than 60%, but could see further upside if sales of its video games remain...
Look for Shares of Electronic Arts to Potentially Pullback after Yesterday's 1.47% Rise
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Aug 20, 4:27PM CDT
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $36.92 to a high of $37.59. Yesterday, the shares gained 1.5%, which took the trading range above the 3-day high of $37.22 on volume of 2.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day gains, short term traders will seek to take profits and, as such, investors should be cautious.
Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare Now Available for PlayStation
Business Wire - Tue Aug 19, 8:01AM CDT
PopCap Games, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) today released Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare for PlayStation(R)4 and PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment systems. Following its successful launch earlier this year on the Xbox One and Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system, as well as Origin.com for PC, Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare has already generated a devoted following of players by fusing the hilarious humor of the beloved Plants vs. Zombies franchise with deep yet accessible shooter gameplay. The game also became an instant hit with critics as well, with IGN calling it, "a unique, hilarious shooter experience" and Destructoid stating, "it feels fresh every time."
3 Reasons GameStop's Stock Could Rise
Demitrios Kalogeropoulos, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Aug 18, 3:04PM CDT
After doubling in 2013, GameStop stock hasn't performed well so far this year. Shares are down almost 20% since January, although they have recovered slightly over the last few months. GME Total Return Price data by YCharts . With the...
3 Video Games That Will Make or Break Activision’s Year
Demitrios Kalogeropoulos, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Aug 16, 10:30AM CDT
Activision Blizzard booked $4.6 billion in revenue last year. That was slightly lower than 2012's result, but still easily enough to keep Activision the world's largest video game publisher. A major portion of those sales came from just three...
Microsoft Offering Lower Price on Xbox One for the Holidays
Daniel Kline, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Fri Aug 15, 7:06AM CDT
Microsoft 's Xbox One saw an uptick in sales when the company unbundled the Kinect motion sensor device from the console, allowing for a reduction in price from $499 to $399. But even with the increased momentum, the Xbox One remains well behind ...
Video Game Roundup: EA, Activision Post Stellar Results - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Aug 14, 2:09PM CDT
The Video Game Industry reported better-than-expected earnings beat ratio in the quarter ended Jun 30, 2014.
Financial Results, Strategic Agreements, and Earnings Release Schedules - Research Reports on Bitauto, Equinix, Electronic Arts, Rackspace and Salesforce
PR Newswire - Thu Aug 14, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its research reports regarding Bitauto Holdings Limited (NYSE: BITA), Equinix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), Rackspace Hosting, Inc. (NYSE: RAX) and Salesforce.com, Inc. (NYSE: CRM). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.analystsreview.com/5732-100free.
Global Packaged Console Gaming Market 2014-2018: Home Console Games and Handheld Console Games
M2 - Thu Aug 14, 5:09AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5ffvt9/global_packaged) has announced the addition of the "Global Packaged Console Gaming Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. A video game is an electronic game that comprises a display device and platform. It works like an interactive computer with a user interface to generate the video display signal. Among the various types of video games available in the market, console and handheld games are the most popular among consumers. They are played on a device called a video game console, which is a specialized computer designed for interactive video gameplay and display. A video game console functions like a PC and is built with the same components such as a central processing unit, graphics processing unit, and random access memory. The consumer plays the game by using a controller such as a hand-held device with buttons, joysticks, or keypads. The video and sound output is delivered through a TV or a similar audiovisual system. The display, speakers, console, and controls of the console can also be incorporated into a compact object known as a handheld gaming console. The games played through the consoles come in disk format or can be downloaded or accessed directly through the console in digital format. The physical disk format of the game is known as a packaged console game. The analysts forecast the Global Packaged Console Game market will grow at a CAGR of 1.18 percent over the period 2013-2018. The Global Packaged Console Game market can be divided into two segments: Home Console Games and Handheld Console Games. To calculate the market size, the report covers revenue generated by the sales of packaged games. The report, the Global Packaged Console Game Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Packaged Console Game market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. Key Vendors - Activision Blizzard Inc. - Electronic Arts Inc. - Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. - Ubisoft Entertainment SA Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5f...l_packaged
Will Activision Blizzard (ATVI) Stock Benefit From Competition's Delays?
at The Street - Wed Aug 13, 9:35AM CDT
The video game company is heading into the holiday shopping season with two of the most anticipated shooter titles and less competition after rivals delayed their products.
EA SPORTS Unveils Next Gen Goalkeepers, Team Management System, New Licenses, New Legends, and Live News Hub for FIFA 15
Business Wire - Wed Aug 13, 4:00AM CDT
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) today announced that EA SPORTS(TM) is rewriting Next Gen Goalkeepers, bringing a new level of realism to gameplay in EA SPORTS(TM) FIFA 15* on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation(R)4, and PC, fueled by EA SPORTS(TM) IGNITE*. Goalkeepers in FIFA 15 will now look, move, and think like their real world counterparts with new AI that allows them to anticipate shots and passes, move with positional awareness, and display an array of new animations. Next Gen Goalkeepers is just one element of this season's gameplay innovations that make FIFA 15 more immersive and responsive so fans can Feel the Game.
EA SPORTS FIFA World to Launch a New Game Engine Later This Year
Business Wire - Wed Aug 13, 4:00AM CDT
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) today announced that EA SPORTS(TM) FIFA World, a new free-to-play* game for PC, is set to launch a new game engine that will give fans an even better, more realistic, football experience. By removing the barriers of having access to a console or a high powered PC, EA SPORTS FIFA World brings the FIFA experience to more gaming and football fans around the globe. Available in 9 languages, fans with an average spec laptop or desktop PC and a broadband Internet connection can play a fun, free*, authentic football game, driven by live content and featuring real players and real clubs from over 30 officially licensed leagues.
EA and BioWare Unveil New Online Action Role-Playing Game Shadow Realms
Business Wire - Wed Aug 13, 4:00AM CDT
BioWare(TM), a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA), today announced Shadow Realms(TM), a new 4v1 story-driven online action RPG, set in a constantly evolving BioWare world where modern meets fantasy. Four heroes adventure against another player-controlled enemy, a malevolent force called The Shadowlord, in dynamic 4v1 co-op missions, ensuring that no two battles are ever the same. Players will have the choice to play either as - or against - The Shadowlord, building experience and progression whether they have chosen good or evil. The over-arching narrative will be released episodically, playing out over time like a great TV series, providing players the ability to experience story-driven adventures as a community.
Kate Spade and Flowers Foods are big market movers
AP - Tue Aug 12, 3:42PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market:
Electronic Arts, Microsoft Deal Could Ease Xbox One Sales Pain
at The Street - Tue Aug 12, 3:24PM CDT
Electronic Arts, alongside Microsoft, prepares for a global battle with Sony over the digital gaming crowd.
Major Indexes End Seesaw Session With Modest Loss
at Investor's Business Daily - Tue Aug 12, 3:24PM CDT
Major averages clawed back from intraday lows Tuesday to wrap up a seesaw session with mild to modest losses. The Dow industrials fared best, with a fractional loss. The S&P 500 gave up 0.2% and the Nasdaq, 0.3%. Volume picked up slightly on the...