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AAC Holdings beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
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AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Expands De Novo Pipeline with Hospital Entry in Southern California
Business Wire - Tue Feb 03, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), added to its pipeline of de novo growth opportunities with the entry into a definitive agreement for the acquisition, through its subsidiary, Behavioral Healthcare Realty, LLC, of an 84-licensed-bed hospital in Aliso Viejo, California for an aggregate of $13.5 million in cash. The closing is expected to occur during the first quarter of 2015 and is subject to certain closing conditions, including the amendment or removal of certain use restrictions on the property.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Schedules Fourth Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
Business Wire - Mon Jan 26, 3:19PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) announced details for the release of its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Takes Next Step to Expand Outpatient Treatment Strategy with Execution of Definitive Acquisition Agreement in Rhode Island
Business Wire - Mon Jan 26, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), through its subsidiary AAC Rhode Island Acquisition Sub, LLC, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Clinical Services of Rhode Island, Inc. ("CSRI"
, a provider of intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment services, for $665,000 in cash and $1,335,000 worth of restricted shares of AAC Holdings' common stock. The acquisition, which is subject to certain closing conditions such as the assignment of certain contracts and the receipt of certain licenses necessary to operate the business, is expected to close during the second quarter of 2015.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Zacks Rank #1 Additions for Wednesday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jan 21, 8:30AM CST
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List for Wednesday
BOFI: 89.96 (-0.66), BGMD: 0.70 (-0.08), AUO: 5.34 (+0.07), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Provides Facility Updates in California, Florida and Nevada
Business Wire - Tue Jan 20, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), disclosed that on January 8, 2015, its new substance abuse outpatient center in Las Vegas, Nevada, received full licensure for intensive outpatient treatment services and has begun treating patients at the facility.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Plans for Growth with Lease Signing for New Headquarters
Business Wire - Mon Jan 12, 2:16PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), announced plans to support its next stage of growth with the signing by its wholly owned subsidiary American Addiction Centers, Inc. of a 102,000-square-foot, 10-year lease at 200 Powell Place in Brentwood, Tennessee for its new corporate headquarters and call center. The Company expects to begin transitioning from its current space in the third quarter of 2015 with a completed move anticipated by late third quarter 2015.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Quest Diagnostics Hits 52-Week High on Portfolio Strength - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jan 05, 12:40PM CST
Last month, Quest Diagnostics' (DGX) Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct Kit won U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for testing eight additional influenza viruses.
PMC: 24.25 (+0.32), AFAM: 31.15 (+1.56), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), DGX: 71.29 (+0.67)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Executes Growth Strategy with Agreement to Acquire In-Network Substance Abuse Treatment Provider in Florida for $13 Million
Business Wire - Mon Dec 15, 3:01PM CST
American Addiction Centers, Inc., a subsidiary of AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Recovery First, Inc., a Florida-based provider of substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation services, for $13 million in cash. The acquisition, which is subject to certain closing conditions such as the assignment of certain contracts and the receipt of certain licenses necessary to operate the business, is expected to close during the first quarter of 2015.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Is AAC Holdings (AAC) Stock a Solid Choice Right Now? - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Dec 09, 7:42AM CST
One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is AAC Holdings as this security in the Specialized Health Services space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Good News for AAC Holdings (AAC) - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Dec 04, 7:31AM CST
AAC Holdings (AAC) sees solid earnings estimate revisions, and the stock is showing decent short-term momentum as well, rising nearly 45% in the past month.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings EPS of $0.14
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AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2014 Results
Business Wire - Wed Nov 05, 4:18PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014. All comparisons included in this release are for the third quarter of 2014 to the third quarter of 2013 unless otherwise noted.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Schedules Third Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
Business Wire - Tue Oct 28, 9:21AM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced details for the release of its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering
Business Wire - Tue Oct 07, 3:01PM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) (the "Company" , the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced today the closing of its initial public offering of 5,750,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $15.00 per share, which includes the exercise in full of the underwriters' over-allotment option to purchase an additional 250,000 shares from the Company and 500,000 shares from certain selling stockholders. The Company estimates net proceeds from the offering to be approximately $69.1 million after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Online Retailer Wayfair Leads List Of 6 IPOs Thursday
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 02, 3:02PM CDT
Online retailer Wayfair popped 32% in its stock market debut Thursday, leading a list of six IPOs. Wayfair (W) raised $319 million by offering 11 million shares at 29, above its expected range of 25 to 28. The stock was above 38 in late-afternoon...
ATTO: 12.01 (+0.25), W: 23.67 (-0.45), FMSA: 6.60 (-0.01), VWR: 25.67 (-0.28), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), CALA: 16.03 (+0.31), YDLE: 12.82 (-0.19), JPEP: 14.94 (-0.12)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering
Business Wire - Wed Oct 01, 6:04PM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) (the "Company" , the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 5,000,000 shares of common stock at a price to the public of $15.00 per share, for a total of approximately $65.6 million of net proceeds after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company. In connection with the offering, the Company and certain selling stockholders have granted the underwriters a 30-day over-allotment option to purchase up to an additional 750,000 shares of common stock. The shares are expected to begin trading tomorrow, October 2, 2014, on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AAC." The offering is expected to close on October 7, 2014.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Solar Power, Biotechs Among 11 IPOs Planned This Week
at Investor's Business Daily - Mon Sep 29, 6:24PM CDT
The IPO market is maintaining a brisk pace with 11 scheduled this week, including a solar power company, three tech firms and three biotech companies. Vivint Solar (VSLR), a competitor to the Elon Musk-backed SolarCity (SCTY), plans to raise $350...
ATTO: 12.01 (+0.25), VWR: 25.67 (-0.28), JMEI: 13.30 (+0.07), ZEN: 24.42 (+0.30), VSLR: 8.08 (+0.02), JPEP: 14.94 (-0.12), W: 23.67 (-0.45), FMSA: 6.60 (-0.01), SCTY: 52.28 (-0.76), DERM: 16.91 (+0.68), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), CALA: 16.03 (+0.31), AAVL: 36.96 (+0.27), YDLE: 12.82 (-0.19), JD: 27.30 (-0.19), BABA: 86.19 (+1.50)
Applied Optoelectronics' (AAOI) CEO Thompson Lin on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics posts 4Q profit
Automated Insights - Wed Feb 25, 5:24PM CST
SUGAR LAND, Texas (AP) _ Applied Optoelectronics Inc. (AAOI) on Wednesday reported fourth-quarter net income of $702,000, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics beats by $0.02, misses on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Feb 25, 3:19PM CST
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics to Announce Fourth Quarter and Year 2014 Financial Results on February 25, 2015
GlobeNewswire - Mon Jan 26, 3:03PM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014 after U.S. markets close on Wednesday, February 25, 2015.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2014 Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jan 13, 3:03PM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced preliminary revenue for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Zacks Rank #5 Additions for Friday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jan 02, 8:30AM CST
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List for Friday
ARCX: 19.48 (-0.28), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), BEAV: 63.72 (-0.49), BBRG: 13.68 (+0.33), BCOR: 14.27 (+0.21)
Applied Optoelectronics Completes Taiwan Factory Move
GlobeNewswire - Tue Dec 02, 7:30AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced the completion of the move to a new, larger factory in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Ranked Number 374 Among the Fastest Growing Companies in North America on Deloitte's 2014 Technology Fast 500(TM)
GlobeNewswire - Thu Nov 13, 10:58AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI) today announced it ranked No. 374 on Deloitte's Technology Fast 500(TM), a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. The ranking was based on Applied Optoelectronics' 214% revenue growth from 2009 to 2013.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Midday gainers / Losers
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FSM: 4.39 (+0.10), HEAR: 2.57 (+0.02), JRJC: 5.85 (+0.23), CVO: 2.14 (+0.24), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), UNIS: 4.09 (+0.12), HIIQ: 7.13 (-0.03), CYAN: 8.16 (-0.02), PTX: 10.34 (+0.79), TRMR: 2.43 (+0.01), PRKR: 0.98 (-0.05), SUMR: 2.78 (-0.07), VSLR: 8.08 (+0.02), RVP: 4.22 (+0.01), ASCMA: 44.86 (+0.31), ICUI: 88.15 (-0.18), CALL: 7.49 (-0.14), DMD: 4.96 (+0.04), AST: 3.94 (-0.02), ASEI: 52.10 (-0.54)
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) Stock Lower After Earnings Miss
at The Street - Tue Nov 11, 9:55AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) is falling Tuesday after missing analysts' estimates for earnings in the third quarter
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics misses by $0.03, beats on revenue
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AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter of Record Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Mon Nov 10, 3:10PM CST
Third Quarter 2014 Highlights
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Infinera Stock Pops After Q3 Beat, Raised Outlook
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 23, 11:25AM CDT
Infinera stock soared to a more than six-year high Thursday after the fiber-optics parts maker posted Q3 earnings late Wednesday that blew past estimates and raised its Q4 guidance. Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Infinera (INFN) saw its stock rise 25% in...
FNSR: 20.79 (-0.05), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), JDSU: 13.39 (-0.12), CIEN: 20.79 (+0.40), INFN: 17.33 (-0.05)
iRobot Beats on Q3 Earnings, Hikes 2014 EPS Guidance - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Oct 22, 1:30PM CDT
iRobot Corporation (IRBT) reported strong earnings and improved year over year revenues for the third quarter of 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74), IRBT: 32.39 (+0.35), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights:iRobot, Alcoa, Applied Optoelectronics and Apple
PR Newswire - Wed Oct 22, 8:30AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include the iRobot Corporation (Nasdaq:IRBT-Free Report), Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA-Free Report), Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI-Free Report) and Apple Inc. (Nasdaq:AAPL-Free Report).
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74)
iRobot to Ride Growth Trajectory on New Contracts - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Oct 21, 4:52PM CDT
Premier robot manufacturing company iRobot Corporation (IRBT) announced the receipt of a new contract from the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74), IRBT: 32.39 (+0.35), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) in Focus: Stock Soars 10.5% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Oct 15, 8:18AM CDT
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise by above 10% on the day.
AMKR: 9.24 (-0.18), AMBA: 56.64 (-1.06), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), RMBS: 12.07 (-0.05)
Applied Optoelectronics to Announce Third Quarter 2014 Financial Results on November 10, 2014
GlobeNewswire - Tue Oct 07, 3:03PM CDT
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2014 after U.S. markets close on Monday, November 10, 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
These 5 Big Caps Hit New Closing Highs
at Investor's Business Daily - Wed Feb 25, 7:02AM CST
A handful of big companies made big moves Tuesday as several Apple (AAPL) chip suppliers and two pharmaceutical distributors hit new closing highs. Today's Screen of the Day features Big Cap Leaders, generally top stocks with market values of at...
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), SWKS: 87.73 (-0.45), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), TSM: 25.04 (unch), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38), AVGO: 112.68 (-0.50)
Express Scripts (ESRX) Beats on Q4 Earnings & Revenues - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 24, 8:30AM CST
Pharmacy benefit manager Express Scripts Holding Company posted fourth-quarter 2014 earnings per share (excluding special items) of $1.39, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), ESRX: 85.09 (-2.53), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95)
AmerisourceBergen completes takeover of MWI Vet Supply
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ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
CR Bard's Lutonix DCB Gets Pass-Through Payment Approval - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Feb 23, 5:14PM CST
Following a unanimous favorable recommendation from the FDA's Circulatory Systems Devices Advisory Panel, the CMS has approved a pass-through payment for CR Bard Inc.'s (BCR) Lutonix DCB.
HYH: 46.75 (-0.76), BSX: 16.92 (+0.30), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), BCR: 171.62 (-2.86)
LabCorp Hits New 52-Week High on Strong Q4, Covance Buy - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Feb 23, 8:42AM CST
On Feb 19, 2015, LabCorp (LH) finally completed the gigantic $5.7 billion acquisition of drug development major Covance Inc.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
LabCorp Beats Q4 Earnings, Positive on Covance Addition - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Feb 20, 9:27AM CST
Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LH) reported a solid fourth-quarter 2014 with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.65, up 2.5% from the year-ago quarter.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
AmerisourceBergen Up 51.2% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (ABC)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 19, 9:35AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) on May 12th, 2014 at $66.30. In approximately 9 months, AmerisourceBergen has returned 51.21% as of today's recent price of $100.25.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
AmerisourceBergen prices USD1,000m senior notes
M2 - Wed Feb 18, 6:09AM CST
Pharmaceutical company AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) said on Tuesday that it has priced USD500m aggregate principal amount of its 3.25% Senior Notes due 1 March 2025 and USD500m aggregate principal amount of its 4.25% Senior Notes due 1 March 2045 (collectively, the "Notes" , in an underwritten registered public offering.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
Vascular Solutions Set to Join the S&P SmallCap 600
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 17, 4:55PM CST
Vascular Solutions Inc. (NASD: VASC) will replace MWI Veterinary Supply Inc. (NASD: MWIV) in the S&P SmallCap 600 after the close of trading on Monday, February 23. S&P 500 constituent AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE: ABC) is acquiring MWI Veterinary Supply in a transaction expected to be completed soon.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10), VASC: 28.81 (-0.14), MHFI: 103.68 (-0.33)
AmerisourceBergen prices $1B debt offering
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Tue Feb 17, 2:47PM CST
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
AmerisourceBergen Prices $500 Million 3.25% Senior Notes Due 2025 and $500 Million 4.25% Senior Notes Due 2045
Business Wire - Tue Feb 17, 2:37PM CST
AmerisourceBergen Corporation (NYSE: ABC) today announced that it priced $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.25% Senior Notes due March 1, 2025 and $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.25% Senior Notes due March 1, 2045 (collectively, the "Notes" , in an underwritten registered public offering. The offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement AmerisourceBergen filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC" on November 27, 2012. The offering is expected to close on February 20, 2015, subject to customary closing conditions. AmerisourceBergen intends to use the net proceeds from the offering, together with the net proceeds from the recently announced $1 billion senior unsecured term loan credit facility and cash on hand, to finance the previously disclosed proposed acquisition (the "Acquisition" of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. ("MWI" , and to pay related fees and expenses, including the retirement of all outstanding indebtedness of MWI. The offering is not contingent on the consummation of the Acquisition which, if completed, will occur subsequent to the closing of the offering. In the event that the Acquisition is not completed on or before May 15, 2015, or, if prior to such time, the acquisition agreement is terminated, other than in connection with the consummation of the Acquisition, and is not otherwise amended or replaced, then the Notes are subject to mandatory redemption, in whole but not in part, at a redemption price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount of the Notes, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the redemption date. The Notes offering is expected to close prior to the consummation of the Acquisition.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), WFC: 55.33 (-0.04)
Fitch Affirms AmerisourceBergen's Ratings at 'A-'; Outlook Negative
Business Wire - Tue Feb 17, 1:24PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ratings for AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE: ABC), including the Long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'A-'. The ratings have been removed form Negative Watch. The Rating Outlook is Negative.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
MWI Veterinary: Benefits of Takeover by AmerisourceBergen - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 12, 3:58PM CST
On Feb 11, 2015, we issued an updated research report on MWI Veterinary Supply Inc. (MWIV).
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
Uptrend Call Working As AmerisourceBergen Stock Rises 48.6% (ABC)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 12, 9:11AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) on May 12th, 2014 at $66.29. In approximately 9 months, AmerisourceBergen has returned 48.59% as of today's recent price of $98.51.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
Henry Schein (HSIC) Beats Q4 Earnings, Revenues in Line - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 12, 8:48AM CST
We are impressed with Henry Schein's (HSIC) fourth-quarter 2014 financial results which modestly beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for EPS, while being in line with the same for revenues.
HYH: 46.75 (-0.76), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), BRLI: 35.05 (+0.47), HSIC: 141.01 (-0.38)
AmerisourceBergen's World Courier Expands Global Presence with New Distribution Facility in Melbourne, Australia
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 11, 1:00PM CST
World Courier, the global leader in specialty logistics and an AmerisourceBergen company, has opened the doors to its new distribution facility in Melbourne, Australia. This is the first facility in AmerisourceBergen's global network to be purpose-built to support clinical trial logistics and commercial third-party logistics (3PL). In conjunction with World Courier's specialty logistics and transportation offerings, the facility provides a complete portfolio of supply chain solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturer partners.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
Charles River (CRL) Beats on Q4 Earnings and Revenues - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 11, 8:54AM CST
Charles River Laboratories (CRL) reported fourth-quarter 2014 earnings (excluding special items) of 81 cents per share, easily beating both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 71 cents.
BIIB: 408.94 (+4.05), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CRL: 76.80 (+0.50)
AmerisourceBergen Announces Expiration of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Waiting Period for AmerisourceBergen's Proposed Acquisition of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc.
Business Wire - Wed Feb 11, 6:30AM CST
AmerisourceBergen Corporation (NYSE:ABC) today announced that the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, for its tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. (NASDAQ: MWIV) has expired.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
Health Care Providers and Services Equities Technical Momentum -- Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, Community Health Systems, Select Medical Holdings, and McKesson
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 10, 7:35AM CST
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ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), CYH: 47.70 (-0.28), SEM: 12.82 (+0.50)
Why In The World Would AmerisourceBergen Acquire MWI Veterinary?
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ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
AAC Holdings beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
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AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Expands De Novo Pipeline with Hospital Entry in Southern California
Business Wire - Tue Feb 03, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), added to its pipeline of de novo growth opportunities with the entry into a definitive agreement for the acquisition, through its subsidiary, Behavioral Healthcare Realty, LLC, of an 84-licensed-bed hospital in Aliso Viejo, California for an aggregate of $13.5 million in cash. The closing is expected to occur during the first quarter of 2015 and is subject to certain closing conditions, including the amendment or removal of certain use restrictions on the property.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Schedules Fourth Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
Business Wire - Mon Jan 26, 3:19PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) announced details for the release of its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Takes Next Step to Expand Outpatient Treatment Strategy with Execution of Definitive Acquisition Agreement in Rhode Island
Business Wire - Mon Jan 26, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), through its subsidiary AAC Rhode Island Acquisition Sub, LLC, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Clinical Services of Rhode Island, Inc. ("CSRI"
, a provider of intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment services, for $665,000 in cash and $1,335,000 worth of restricted shares of AAC Holdings' common stock. The acquisition, which is subject to certain closing conditions such as the assignment of certain contracts and the receipt of certain licenses necessary to operate the business, is expected to close during the second quarter of 2015. AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Zacks Rank #1 Additions for Wednesday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jan 21, 8:30AM CST
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List for Wednesday
BOFI: 89.96 (-0.66), BGMD: 0.70 (-0.08), AUO: 5.34 (+0.07), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Provides Facility Updates in California, Florida and Nevada
Business Wire - Tue Jan 20, 5:45AM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), disclosed that on January 8, 2015, its new substance abuse outpatient center in Las Vegas, Nevada, received full licensure for intensive outpatient treatment services and has begun treating patients at the facility.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Plans for Growth with Lease Signing for New Headquarters
Business Wire - Mon Jan 12, 2:16PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), announced plans to support its next stage of growth with the signing by its wholly owned subsidiary American Addiction Centers, Inc. of a 102,000-square-foot, 10-year lease at 200 Powell Place in Brentwood, Tennessee for its new corporate headquarters and call center. The Company expects to begin transitioning from its current space in the third quarter of 2015 with a completed move anticipated by late third quarter 2015.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Quest Diagnostics Hits 52-Week High on Portfolio Strength - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jan 05, 12:40PM CST
Last month, Quest Diagnostics' (DGX) Simplexa Flu A/B & RSV Direct Kit won U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for testing eight additional influenza viruses.
PMC: 24.25 (+0.32), AFAM: 31.15 (+1.56), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), DGX: 71.29 (+0.67)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Executes Growth Strategy with Agreement to Acquire In-Network Substance Abuse Treatment Provider in Florida for $13 Million
Business Wire - Mon Dec 15, 3:01PM CST
American Addiction Centers, Inc., a subsidiary of AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Recovery First, Inc., a Florida-based provider of substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation services, for $13 million in cash. The acquisition, which is subject to certain closing conditions such as the assignment of certain contracts and the receipt of certain licenses necessary to operate the business, is expected to close during the first quarter of 2015.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Is AAC Holdings (AAC) Stock a Solid Choice Right Now? - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Dec 09, 7:42AM CST
One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is AAC Holdings as this security in the Specialized Health Services space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Good News for AAC Holdings (AAC) - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Dec 04, 7:31AM CST
AAC Holdings (AAC) sees solid earnings estimate revisions, and the stock is showing decent short-term momentum as well, rising nearly 45% in the past month.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings EPS of $0.14
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Nov 05, 5:55PM CST
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2014 Results
Business Wire - Wed Nov 05, 4:18PM CST
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014. All comparisons included in this release are for the third quarter of 2014 to the third quarter of 2013 unless otherwise noted.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Schedules Third Quarter 2014 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
Business Wire - Tue Oct 28, 9:21AM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC), the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced details for the release of its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2014.
AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering
Business Wire - Tue Oct 07, 3:01PM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) (the "Company"
, the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced today the closing of its initial public offering of 5,750,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $15.00 per share, which includes the exercise in full of the underwriters' over-allotment option to purchase an additional 250,000 shares from the Company and 500,000 shares from certain selling stockholders. The Company estimates net proceeds from the offering to be approximately $69.1 million after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses. AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Online Retailer Wayfair Leads List Of 6 IPOs Thursday
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 02, 3:02PM CDT
Online retailer Wayfair popped 32% in its stock market debut Thursday, leading a list of six IPOs. Wayfair (W) raised $319 million by offering 11 million shares at 29, above its expected range of 25 to 28. The stock was above 38 in late-afternoon...
ATTO: 12.01 (+0.25), W: 23.67 (-0.45), FMSA: 6.60 (-0.01), VWR: 25.67 (-0.28), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), CALA: 16.03 (+0.31), YDLE: 12.82 (-0.19), JPEP: 14.94 (-0.12)
AAC Holdings, Inc. Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering
Business Wire - Wed Oct 01, 6:04PM CDT
AAC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAC) (the "Company"
, the parent holding company of American Addiction Centers, Inc., announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 5,000,000 shares of common stock at a price to the public of $15.00 per share, for a total of approximately $65.6 million of net proceeds after deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and estimated offering expenses payable by the Company. In connection with the offering, the Company and certain selling stockholders have granted the underwriters a 30-day over-allotment option to purchase up to an additional 750,000 shares of common stock. The shares are expected to begin trading tomorrow, October 2, 2014, on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "AAC." The offering is expected to close on October 7, 2014. AAC: 37.33 (+4.07)
Solar Power, Biotechs Among 11 IPOs Planned This Week
at Investor's Business Daily - Mon Sep 29, 6:24PM CDT
The IPO market is maintaining a brisk pace with 11 scheduled this week, including a solar power company, three tech firms and three biotech companies. Vivint Solar (VSLR), a competitor to the Elon Musk-backed SolarCity (SCTY), plans to raise $350...
ATTO: 12.01 (+0.25), VWR: 25.67 (-0.28), JMEI: 13.30 (+0.07), ZEN: 24.42 (+0.30), VSLR: 8.08 (+0.02), JPEP: 14.94 (-0.12), W: 23.67 (-0.45), FMSA: 6.60 (-0.01), SCTY: 52.28 (-0.76), DERM: 16.91 (+0.68), AAC: 37.33 (+4.07), CALA: 16.03 (+0.31), AAVL: 36.96 (+0.27), YDLE: 12.82 (-0.19), JD: 27.30 (-0.19), BABA: 86.19 (+1.50)
Applied Optoelectronics' (AAOI) CEO Thompson Lin on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SA Transcripts - at Seeking Alpha - 36 mins ago
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics posts 4Q profit
Automated Insights - Wed Feb 25, 5:24PM CST
SUGAR LAND, Texas (AP) _ Applied Optoelectronics Inc. (AAOI) on Wednesday reported fourth-quarter net income of $702,000, after reporting a loss in the same period a year earlier.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics beats by $0.02, misses on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Feb 25, 3:19PM CST
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics to Announce Fourth Quarter and Year 2014 Financial Results on February 25, 2015
GlobeNewswire - Mon Jan 26, 3:03PM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014 after U.S. markets close on Wednesday, February 25, 2015.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Preliminary Fourth Quarter 2014 Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jan 13, 3:03PM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced preliminary revenue for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Zacks Rank #5 Additions for Friday - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Jan 02, 8:30AM CST
Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List for Friday
ARCX: 19.48 (-0.28), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), BEAV: 63.72 (-0.49), BBRG: 13.68 (+0.33), BCOR: 14.27 (+0.21)
Applied Optoelectronics Completes Taiwan Factory Move
GlobeNewswire - Tue Dec 02, 7:30AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced the completion of the move to a new, larger factory in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. Ranked Number 374 Among the Fastest Growing Companies in North America on Deloitte's 2014 Technology Fast 500(TM)
GlobeNewswire - Thu Nov 13, 10:58AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI) today announced it ranked No. 374 on Deloitte's Technology Fast 500(TM), a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America. The ranking was based on Applied Optoelectronics' 214% revenue growth from 2009 to 2013.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Midday gainers / Losers
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FSM: 4.39 (+0.10), HEAR: 2.57 (+0.02), JRJC: 5.85 (+0.23), CVO: 2.14 (+0.24), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), UNIS: 4.09 (+0.12), HIIQ: 7.13 (-0.03), CYAN: 8.16 (-0.02), PTX: 10.34 (+0.79), TRMR: 2.43 (+0.01), PRKR: 0.98 (-0.05), SUMR: 2.78 (-0.07), VSLR: 8.08 (+0.02), RVP: 4.22 (+0.01), ASCMA: 44.86 (+0.31), ICUI: 88.15 (-0.18), CALL: 7.49 (-0.14), DMD: 4.96 (+0.04), AST: 3.94 (-0.02), ASEI: 52.10 (-0.54)
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) Stock Lower After Earnings Miss
at The Street - Tue Nov 11, 9:55AM CST
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) is falling Tuesday after missing analysts' estimates for earnings in the third quarter
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics misses by $0.03, beats on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Mon Nov 10, 3:37PM CST
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter of Record Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Mon Nov 10, 3:10PM CST
Third Quarter 2014 Highlights
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
Infinera Stock Pops After Q3 Beat, Raised Outlook
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 23, 11:25AM CDT
Infinera stock soared to a more than six-year high Thursday after the fiber-optics parts maker posted Q3 earnings late Wednesday that blew past estimates and raised its Q4 guidance. Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Infinera (INFN) saw its stock rise 25% in...
FNSR: 20.79 (-0.05), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), JDSU: 13.39 (-0.12), CIEN: 20.79 (+0.40), INFN: 17.33 (-0.05)
iRobot Beats on Q3 Earnings, Hikes 2014 EPS Guidance - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Oct 22, 1:30PM CDT
iRobot Corporation (IRBT) reported strong earnings and improved year over year revenues for the third quarter of 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74), IRBT: 32.39 (+0.35), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights:iRobot, Alcoa, Applied Optoelectronics and Apple
PR Newswire - Wed Oct 22, 8:30AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include the iRobot Corporation (Nasdaq:IRBT-Free Report), Alcoa Inc. (NYSE:AA-Free Report), Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI-Free Report) and Apple Inc. (Nasdaq:AAPL-Free Report).
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74)
iRobot to Ride Growth Trajectory on New Contracts - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Oct 21, 4:52PM CDT
Premier robot manufacturing company iRobot Corporation (IRBT) announced the receipt of a new contract from the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), AA: 15.00 (-0.74), IRBT: 32.39 (+0.35), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38)
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) in Focus: Stock Soars 10.5% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Oct 15, 8:18AM CDT
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) was a big mover last session, as the company saw its shares rise by above 10% on the day.
AMKR: 9.24 (-0.18), AMBA: 56.64 (-1.06), AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16), RMBS: 12.07 (-0.05)
Applied Optoelectronics to Announce Third Quarter 2014 Financial Results on November 10, 2014
GlobeNewswire - Tue Oct 07, 3:03PM CDT
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:AAOI), a leading provider of fiber-optic access network products for the cable broadband, internet data center, and fiber-to-the-home markets, today announced that it will release financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2014 after U.S. markets close on Monday, November 10, 2014.
AAOI: 10.51 (+0.16)
These 5 Big Caps Hit New Closing Highs
at Investor's Business Daily - Wed Feb 25, 7:02AM CST
A handful of big companies made big moves Tuesday as several Apple (AAPL) chip suppliers and two pharmaceutical distributors hit new closing highs. Today's Screen of the Day features Big Cap Leaders, generally top stocks with market values of at...
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), SWKS: 87.73 (-0.45), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), TSM: 25.04 (unch), AAPL: 128.79 (-3.38), AVGO: 112.68 (-0.50)
Express Scripts (ESRX) Beats on Q4 Earnings & Revenues - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 24, 8:30AM CST
Pharmacy benefit manager Express Scripts Holding Company posted fourth-quarter 2014 earnings per share (excluding special items) of $1.39, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), ESRX: 85.09 (-2.53), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95)
AmerisourceBergen completes takeover of MWI Vet Supply
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Tue Feb 24, 7:33AM CST
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
CR Bard's Lutonix DCB Gets Pass-Through Payment Approval - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Feb 23, 5:14PM CST
Following a unanimous favorable recommendation from the FDA's Circulatory Systems Devices Advisory Panel, the CMS has approved a pass-through payment for CR Bard Inc.'s (BCR) Lutonix DCB.
HYH: 46.75 (-0.76), BSX: 16.92 (+0.30), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), BCR: 171.62 (-2.86)
LabCorp Hits New 52-Week High on Strong Q4, Covance Buy - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Feb 23, 8:42AM CST
On Feb 19, 2015, LabCorp (LH) finally completed the gigantic $5.7 billion acquisition of drug development major Covance Inc.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
LabCorp Beats Q4 Earnings, Positive on Covance Addition - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Feb 20, 9:27AM CST
Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LH) reported a solid fourth-quarter 2014 with adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.65, up 2.5% from the year-ago quarter.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
AmerisourceBergen Up 51.2% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (ABC)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 19, 9:35AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) on May 12th, 2014 at $66.30. In approximately 9 months, AmerisourceBergen has returned 51.21% as of today's recent price of $100.25.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
AmerisourceBergen prices USD1,000m senior notes
M2 - Wed Feb 18, 6:09AM CST
Pharmaceutical company AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) said on Tuesday that it has priced USD500m aggregate principal amount of its 3.25% Senior Notes due 1 March 2025 and USD500m aggregate principal amount of its 4.25% Senior Notes due 1 March 2045 (collectively, the "Notes"
, in an underwritten registered public offering. ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
Vascular Solutions Set to Join the S&P SmallCap 600
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 17, 4:55PM CST
Vascular Solutions Inc. (NASD: VASC) will replace MWI Veterinary Supply Inc. (NASD: MWIV) in the S&P SmallCap 600 after the close of trading on Monday, February 23. S&P 500 constituent AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE: ABC) is acquiring MWI Veterinary Supply in a transaction expected to be completed soon.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10), VASC: 28.81 (-0.14), MHFI: 103.68 (-0.33)
AmerisourceBergen prices $1B debt offering
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Tue Feb 17, 2:47PM CST
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
AmerisourceBergen Prices $500 Million 3.25% Senior Notes Due 2025 and $500 Million 4.25% Senior Notes Due 2045
Business Wire - Tue Feb 17, 2:37PM CST
AmerisourceBergen Corporation (NYSE: ABC) today announced that it priced $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.25% Senior Notes due March 1, 2025 and $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.25% Senior Notes due March 1, 2045 (collectively, the "Notes"
, in an underwritten registered public offering. The offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement AmerisourceBergen filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC" on November 27, 2012. The offering is expected to close on February 20, 2015, subject to customary closing conditions. AmerisourceBergen intends to use the net proceeds from the offering, together with the net proceeds from the recently announced $1 billion senior unsecured term loan credit facility and cash on hand, to finance the previously disclosed proposed acquisition (the "Acquisition" of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. ("MWI" , and to pay related fees and expenses, including the retirement of all outstanding indebtedness of MWI. The offering is not contingent on the consummation of the Acquisition which, if completed, will occur subsequent to the closing of the offering. In the event that the Acquisition is not completed on or before May 15, 2015, or, if prior to such time, the acquisition agreement is terminated, other than in connection with the consummation of the Acquisition, and is not otherwise amended or replaced, then the Notes are subject to mandatory redemption, in whole but not in part, at a redemption price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount of the Notes, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but not including, the redemption date. The Notes offering is expected to close prior to the consummation of the Acquisition. ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), WFC: 55.33 (-0.04)
Fitch Affirms AmerisourceBergen's Ratings at 'A-'; Outlook Negative
Business Wire - Tue Feb 17, 1:24PM CST
Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ratings for AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE: ABC), including the Long-term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'A-'. The ratings have been removed form Negative Watch. The Rating Outlook is Negative.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
MWI Veterinary: Benefits of Takeover by AmerisourceBergen - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 12, 3:58PM CST
On Feb 11, 2015, we issued an updated research report on MWI Veterinary Supply Inc. (MWIV).
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), LH: 122.40 (+0.19)
Uptrend Call Working As AmerisourceBergen Stock Rises 48.6% (ABC)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 12, 9:11AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for AmerisourceBergen (NYSE:ABC) on May 12th, 2014 at $66.29. In approximately 9 months, AmerisourceBergen has returned 48.59% as of today's recent price of $98.51.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
Henry Schein (HSIC) Beats Q4 Earnings, Revenues in Line - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 12, 8:48AM CST
We are impressed with Henry Schein's (HSIC) fourth-quarter 2014 financial results which modestly beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate for EPS, while being in line with the same for revenues.
HYH: 46.75 (-0.76), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), BRLI: 35.05 (+0.47), HSIC: 141.01 (-0.38)
AmerisourceBergen's World Courier Expands Global Presence with New Distribution Facility in Melbourne, Australia
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 11, 1:00PM CST
World Courier, the global leader in specialty logistics and an AmerisourceBergen company, has opened the doors to its new distribution facility in Melbourne, Australia. This is the first facility in AmerisourceBergen's global network to be purpose-built to support clinical trial logistics and commercial third-party logistics (3PL). In conjunction with World Courier's specialty logistics and transportation offerings, the facility provides a complete portfolio of supply chain solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturer partners.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32)
Charles River (CRL) Beats on Q4 Earnings and Revenues - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 11, 8:54AM CST
Charles River Laboratories (CRL) reported fourth-quarter 2014 earnings (excluding special items) of 81 cents per share, easily beating both the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 71 cents.
BIIB: 408.94 (+4.05), ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CRL: 76.80 (+0.50)
AmerisourceBergen Announces Expiration of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Waiting Period for AmerisourceBergen's Proposed Acquisition of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc.
Business Wire - Wed Feb 11, 6:30AM CST
AmerisourceBergen Corporation (NYSE:ABC) today announced that the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, for its tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. (NASDAQ: MWIV) has expired.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
Health Care Providers and Services Equities Technical Momentum -- Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, Community Health Systems, Select Medical Holdings, and McKesson
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 10, 7:35AM CST
Editor Note: For more information about this release, please scroll to bottom.
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MCK: 229.60 (-0.60), CAH: 88.30 (-0.95), CYH: 47.70 (-0.28), SEM: 12.82 (+0.50)
Why In The World Would AmerisourceBergen Acquire MWI Veterinary?
Rochelle Jenks - at Seeking Alpha - Tue Feb 10, 5:45AM CST
ABC: 103.29 (+0.32), MWIV: 190.00 (+0.10)
