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Catamaran EPS Tops, But Stock Falls On Weak Guidance
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Feb 26, 10:59AM CST
Catamaran (CTRX) surpassed fourth-quarter earnings and sales estimates on Thursday, but shares sank on its weak full-year EPS outlook. The provider of pharmacy benefit management services saw adjusted earnings climb 19.6% to 67 cents a share in Q4,...
ESRX: 84.54 (-0.55), CTRX: 51.38 (-1.40), BRLI: 35.24 (+0.19), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), CVS: 104.17 (+0.73), RAD: 8.17 (+0.02)
AAC Holdings (AAC) Looks Good: Stock Gains 12.2% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 26, 8:25AM CST
AAC Holdings (AAC) was a big mover last session, with shares rising over 12% on the day.
CHE: 116.49 (+1.27), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
AAC Holdings beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
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AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 90.25 (+0.29), BGMD: 0.74 (+0.04), AUO: 5.26 (-0.08), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 24.37 (+0.12), AFAM: 33.20 (+2.05), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), DGX: 71.10 (-0.19)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
AAC Holdings EPS of $0.14
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AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 12.20 (+0.19), W: 23.50 (-0.17), FMSA: 6.56 (-0.04), VWR: 24.85 (-0.82), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), CALA: 16.19 (+0.16), YDLE: 12.81 (-0.01), JPEP: 15.00 (+0.06)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 12.20 (+0.19), VWR: 24.85 (-0.82), JMEI: 14.14 (+0.84), ZEN: 24.63 (+0.21), VSLR: 8.17 (+0.09), JPEP: 15.00 (+0.06), W: 23.50 (-0.17), FMSA: 6.56 (-0.04), SCTY: 52.10 (-0.18), DERM: 17.90 (+0.99), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), CALA: 16.19 (+0.16), AAVL: 36.75 (-0.21), YDLE: 12.81 (-0.01), JD: 28.00 (+0.70), BABA: 85.37 (-0.82)
Nasdaq stocks posting largest percentage increases
AP - Thu Feb 26, 12:19PM CST
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at the 10 biggest percentage gainers on Nasdaq at 1 p.m.:
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), SPNS: 7.83 (-0.02), FLML: 15.30 (+1.78), PCYC: 217.82 (-2.40), AKRX: 53.47 (+7.07), PGTI: 10.45 (+1.98), BNFT: 31.26 (-2.56), CBRX: 7.39 (+0.68), PLNR: 6.26 (+0.70), ONFC: 19.59 (+0.10), CYBX: 66.60 (+6.23)
Applied Optoelectronics' (AAOI) CEO Thompson Lin on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SA Transcripts - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Feb 25, 9:16PM CST
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics beats by $0.02, misses on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Feb 25, 3:19PM CST
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 18.77 (-0.71), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), BEAV: 63.42 (-0.30), BBRG: 13.32 (-0.36), BCOR: 14.67 (+0.40)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Midday gainers / Losers
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FSM: 4.31 (-0.08), HEAR: 2.48 (-0.09), JRJC: 5.94 (+0.09), CVO: 2.08 (-0.06), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), UNIS: 4.19 (+0.10), HIIQ: 7.09 (-0.04), CYAN: 8.12 (-0.04), PTX: 10.90 (+0.56), TRMR: 2.45 (+0.02), PRKR: 0.97 (-0.01), SUMR: 2.64 (-0.14), VSLR: 8.17 (+0.09), RVP: 4.21 (-0.01), ASCMA: 45.13 (+0.27), ICUI: 89.06 (+0.91), CALL: 7.54 (+0.05), DMD: 5.06 (+0.10), AST: 3.95 (+0.01), ASEI: 51.32 (-0.78)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics misses by $0.03, beats on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Mon Nov 10, 3:37PM CST
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter of Record Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Mon Nov 10, 3:10PM CST
Third Quarter 2014 Highlights
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 21.07 (+0.28), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), JDSU: 13.32 (-0.07), CIEN: 20.91 (+0.12), INFN: 17.36 (+0.03)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11), IRBT: 33.05 (+0.66), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11), IRBT: 33.05 (+0.66), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 9.28 (+0.04), AMBA: 58.01 (+1.37), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), RMBS: 12.25 (+0.18)
Is AllianceBernstein Holding (AB) Stock A Great Combo of Value and Growth? - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 24, 7:47AM CST
AllianceBernstein Holding may be an interesting play thanks to its forward PE of 13.2, its P/S ratio of 0.91, and its decent dividend yield of 8.4%
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
T. Rowe Price (TROW) Gains on Increasing Shareholder Value - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Feb 20, 11:50AM CST
Shares of T. Rowe Price (TROW) gained nearly 2% at the end of the yesterday's trading session following the announcement of a special dividend along with a rise in regular quarterly cash dividend by this global investment management firm.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), TROW: 83.32 (-0.20), JNS: 16.69 (+0.05), AMP: 135.34 (+0.02)
Top 3 Yielding Buy-Rated Stocks: PZN, AB, KCAP
at The Street - Thu Feb 19, 9:30AM CST
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
PZN: 8.30 (-0.06), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), KCAP: 7.44 (-0.05)
Ex-Dividends To Watch: 3 Stocks Going Ex-Dividend Tomorrow: FCO, AB, TRI
at The Street - Wed Feb 18, 9:00AM CST
FCO AB TRI are going ex-dividend tomorrow, Thursday, February 19, 2015
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), TRI: 39.59 (-0.24), FCO: 9.50 (+0.02)
AllianceBernstein Holding's (AB) CEO Peter Kraus on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SA Transcripts - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Feb 12, 12:18PM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
More on AllianceBernstein results
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Feb 12, 7:17AM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB Announces January 31, 2015 Assets Under Management
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 12, 6:06AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB" and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding" (NYSE: AB) today announced that preliminary assets under management increased to $476 billion during January 2015 from $474 billion at the end of December. The 0.4% increase was the result of total firmwide net inflows during the month, partially offset by market depreciation, including the negative impact of FX movements. By channel, net flows were positive in Institutions and Private Wealth Management and flat in Retail.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Feb 12, 5:50AM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. Announces Fourth Quarter Results
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 12, 5:46AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB" and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding" (NYSE: AB) today reported financial and operating results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
Notable earnings before Thursday’s open
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KKR Falls on Q4 Earnings Miss, Investment Income Down - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 11, 8:24AM CST
KKR (KKR) reported adjusted economic net income per unit of 5 cents, substantially missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 40 cents. Moreover, the bottom line came in lower than the prior-year quarter figure of $1.04.
BAM: 54.77 (-0.43), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), FIG: 8.11 (+0.04), KKR: 23.49 (-0.07)
Jim Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Stop Worrying About the Fed Rate Increase
at The Street - Mon Feb 09, 7:53PM CST
History tells us that growth and progress are positives for the stock market, Cramer says, and this time will be no different.
FTR: 8.00 (+0.05), NUE: 47.26 (-0.45), WFC: 55.15 (-0.18), BMY: 61.46 (+0.24), XLU: 45.28 (-0.30), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), VRSK: 72.26 (+0.08), RIG: 15.79 (-0.25), GILD: 104.19 (-0.24), MPC: 107.04 (+2.38), MRO: 28.00 (-1.06), TAL: 42.55 (+0.23), TWTR: 49.41 (+0.86), X: 24.23 (-0.68)
AB Science: Positive Phase 2 Clinical Study Data of Masitinib in Second-Line Metastatic Stomach Cancer
GlobeNewswire - Mon Feb 02, 11:26AM CST
AB Science SA (NYSE Euronext - FR0010557264 - AB), a pharmaceutical company specializing in the research, development and commercialization of protein kinase inhibitors (PKIs), today announced encouraging efficacy and safety results from a phase 2 study with its investigational drug, masitinib, in patients with nonresectable, metastatic esophagogastric adenocarcinoma after progression to first-line treatment.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB to Report Fourth Quarter 2014 Results on Thursday, February 12, 2015
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 12:15PM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) today announced that Fourth Quarter 2014 financial and operating results will be released on Thursday, February 12, 2015. Management will conduct a teleconference call beginning at 8:00 am (ET), following the release of its financial results. The call will be hosted by Peter S. Kraus, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and John C. Weisenseel, Chief Financial Officer.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Launches New Branding Initiative
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 20, 6:50AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AllianceBernstein" , a global investment management firm with US $474 billion in assets under management, today announced changes to its brand identity and messaging to better reflect the evolution of the firm. Over the past few years, the company has expanded across asset classes and markets, finding dynamic new ways to solve investors' challenges. Today, the firm is able to move its clients' vision forward like never before by offering a unique combination of industry-leading talent, an integrated global structure, a culture of collaboration, intense client focus and the ability to deliver differentiated results. This new brand initiative, Ahead of Tomorrow, captures both the company's progress and its unique approach to innovating and delivering for clients. The new brand name, "AB," and logo better embody the firm's distinct offerings and unified culture.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein AUM fall in December
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Jan 14, 8:04AM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Announces December 31, 2014 Assets Under Management
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 14, 7:54AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) today announced that preliminary assets under management decreased to $474 billion during December 2014 from $481 billion at the end of November. The 1.5% decrease was due to market depreciation and net outflows during the month across all three distribution channels.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB Science: The Data and Safety Monitoring Board Recommends the Continuation of Phase 3 Study of Masitinib in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jan 13, 10:48AM CST
AB Science SA (NYSE Euronext - FR0010557264 - AB), a pharmaceutical company specialized in research, development and marketing of protein kinase inhibitors (PKIs), announces that the external Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) has recommended the continuation of its phase 3 study of masitinib in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) based upon review of the latest safety data. The DSMB was created as part of the Company's pivotal clinical study evaluating masitinib in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
3 Buy-Rated Dividend Stocks: DMLP, MAIN, AB
at The Street - Thu Jan 08, 9:30AM CST
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
DMLP: 23.94 (-0.38), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), MAIN: 30.69 (-0.24)
AllianceBernstein Launches Multi-Manager Target-Date Series Co-managed with Morningstar Associates
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 07, 9:36AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. (AllianceBernstein), a global investment management firm with $481 billion in assets under management, today announced that its multi-manager target-date series, AB Multi-Manager Select Retirement Funds, co-managed with Morningstar Associates, LLC, a registered investment advisor and wholly owned subsidiary of Morningstar, Inc., is now available to investors.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), MORN: 74.93 (-0.34)
Community Bank System Worth Keeping On The Radar
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EWBC: 40.42 (+0.10), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), CBU: 35.51 (+0.27)
How it All Plays Out: Complementary Reports on American National, ANICO, American River Bankshares, Ameris, and AMERISAFE
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 05, 7:40AM CST
Moments ago, Analysts Review released new research updates concerning several important developing situations including American National (NASDAQ: AMNB), ANICO (NASDAQ: ANAT), American River Bankshares, (NASDAQ: AMRB), Ameris (NASDAQ: ABCB), and AMERISAFE (NASDAQ: AMSF). Analysts Review provides a single unified platform for investors' to hear about what matters - proudly employing registered CFA® research staff and rigorous compliance procedures. The full research reports are being made available to the public for informational purposes only.
AMRB: 9.57 (-0.02), AMSF: 43.17 (+0.13), AMNB: 22.35 (-0.02), ANAT: 105.85 (+1.09), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp's (ABCB) CEO Edwin Hortman on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
More cost cuts at Bank of America
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ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), BAC: 16.04 (-0.45)
Ameris Bancorp misses Street 4Q forecasts
Automated Insights - Thu Jan 29, 8:15AM CST
MOULTRIE, Ga. (AP) _ Ameris Bancorp (ABCB) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter net income of $10.6 million.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp misses by $0.05, misses on revenue
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ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Announces Private Placement Of Common Stock
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 7:32AM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company" today announced the sale of shares of the Company's common stock at a price of $22.50 per share to institutional accredited investors through a private placement. The Company has received commitments for the sale of up to 5,320,000 shares and is in the process of closing the issuance, which is expected to be completed by January 30, 2015. The Company expects to receive net proceeds from the private placement of approximately $114.5 million, which it intends to use, in part, to fund the cash consideration for its recently announced acquisitions of Merchants & Southern Banks of Florida, Inc. and eighteen Bank of America branches located in North Florida and South Georgia.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Announces Record Earnings For 2014 And Two Strategic Acquisitions
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 7:30AM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company" today announced earnings and operating results for the quarter and twelve months ended December 31, 2014, and simultaneously announced the signing of definitive agreements to purchase Merchants & Southern Banks of Florida, Inc. and eighteen Bank of America branches.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp To Announce Results For 2014
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 28, 3:01PM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company" today announced that it intends to release the results of its operations for 2014 before the market opens on Thursday, January 29, 2015. Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, and Dennis J. Zember Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a teleconference at 11:00 a.m. EDT on that day to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
After Hour Gainers / Losers
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Has Ameris Bancorp Topped Out?
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ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp EPS in-line, misses on revenue
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ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Reports Operating Net Income Of $12.0 Million, Or $0.44 Per Diluted Share, For Third Quarter 2014
PR Newswire - Wed Oct 22, 7:30AM CDT
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), today reported operating net income of $12.0 million, or $0.44 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to $6.6 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. For the year to date period ending September 30, 2014, the Company reported operating net income of $30.5 million, or $1.17 per diluted share, compared to $17.3 million, or $0.71 per diluted share, for the same period in 2013. During the third quarter of 2014, the Company completed the conversion of Coastal Bankshares, Inc. ("Coastal" and recorded additional merger expenses totaling approximately $383,000, or $0.01 per share, on an after-tax basis. Including these charges, the Company reported net income for the third quarter of 2014 of $11.7 million, or $0.43 per share. Commenting on the Company's quarterly results, Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Our bankers turned in an outstanding quarter resulting in an 87% improvement in net earnings available to common shareholders compared to the same quarter in 2013. Additionally, our system conversion of Coastal was successful and we are working diligently to ensure that the cost savings we identified are realized and in place during the fourth quarter of 2014."
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
As Market Slides, Several Growth Names Hang In There
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 16, 5:58PM CDT
A weak market has resulted in plenty of damage to leading growth stocks, but several institutional-quality names -- and some lesser-known ones -- have weathered the market storm quite well. Keurig Green Mountain (GMCR) is trading tightly near highs...
GMCR: 124.89 (+0.79), HDB: 61.18 (+0.82), TYL: 119.97 (+0.57), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), DPZ: 104.00 (+0.07), INFY: 36.58 (-0.19), MFRM: 60.89 (+0.32), ROST: 99.05 (+0.59)
Ameris Bancorp Up 10.8% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (ABCB)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue Aug 26, 9:26AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Ameris Bancorp (NASDAQ:ABCB) on June 6th, 2014 at $21.67. In approximately 3 months, Ameris Bancorp has returned 10.78% as of today's recent price of $24.00.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Reports Operating Net Income Of $10.0 Million, Or $0.40 Per Diluted Share, For Second Quarter 2014
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 22, 3:01PM CDT
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Moultrie, Georgia, today reported operating net income of $10.0 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, compared to $6.2 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2013. For the year to date period ending June 30, 2014, the Company reported operating net income of $18.1 million, or $0.71 per diluted share, compared to $11.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the same period in 2013. During the second quarter of 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of Coastal Bankshares, Inc. ("Coastal" and recorded approximately $1.90 million, or $0.075 per share, of after-tax merger related charges. Including these charges, the Company reported net income in the second quarter of 2014 of $8.1 million, or $0.32 per common share. Commenting on the Company's quarterly results, Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "I am pleased with our operating results for the second quarter of 2014. Our operating return on average assets and return on tangible equity for the quarter improved from the prior period to 1.15% and 15.85%, respectively. Strong trends in loan growth, funded mostly with non-rate sensitive deposits, very solid mortgage results and over $1.1 million of SBA revenue were among the factors contributing to a successful quarter."
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Catamaran EPS Tops, But Stock Falls On Weak Guidance
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Feb 26, 10:59AM CST
Catamaran (CTRX) surpassed fourth-quarter earnings and sales estimates on Thursday, but shares sank on its weak full-year EPS outlook. The provider of pharmacy benefit management services saw adjusted earnings climb 19.6% to 67 cents a share in Q4,...
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AAC Holdings (AAC) Looks Good: Stock Gains 12.2% - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Feb 26, 8:25AM CST
AAC Holdings (AAC) was a big mover last session, with shares rising over 12% on the day.
CHE: 116.49 (+1.27), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
AAC Holdings beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
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AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 90.25 (+0.29), BGMD: 0.74 (+0.04), AUO: 5.26 (-0.08), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 24.37 (+0.12), AFAM: 33.20 (+2.05), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), DGX: 71.10 (-0.19)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
AAC Holdings EPS of $0.14
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AAC: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 12.20 (+0.19), W: 23.50 (-0.17), FMSA: 6.56 (-0.04), VWR: 24.85 (-0.82), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), CALA: 16.19 (+0.16), YDLE: 12.81 (-0.01), JPEP: 15.00 (+0.06)
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: 36.61 (-0.72)
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: 12.20 (+0.19), VWR: 24.85 (-0.82), JMEI: 14.14 (+0.84), ZEN: 24.63 (+0.21), VSLR: 8.17 (+0.09), JPEP: 15.00 (+0.06), W: 23.50 (-0.17), FMSA: 6.56 (-0.04), SCTY: 52.10 (-0.18), DERM: 17.90 (+0.99), AAC: 36.61 (-0.72), CALA: 16.19 (+0.16), AAVL: 36.75 (-0.21), YDLE: 12.81 (-0.01), JD: 28.00 (+0.70), BABA: 85.37 (-0.82)
Nasdaq stocks posting largest percentage increases
AP - Thu Feb 26, 12:19PM CST
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at the 10 biggest percentage gainers on Nasdaq at 1 p.m.:
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), SPNS: 7.83 (-0.02), FLML: 15.30 (+1.78), PCYC: 217.82 (-2.40), AKRX: 53.47 (+7.07), PGTI: 10.45 (+1.98), BNFT: 31.26 (-2.56), CBRX: 7.39 (+0.68), PLNR: 6.26 (+0.70), ONFC: 19.59 (+0.10), CYBX: 66.60 (+6.23)
Applied Optoelectronics' (AAOI) CEO Thompson Lin on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics beats by $0.02, misses on revenue
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AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 18.77 (-0.71), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), BEAV: 63.42 (-0.30), BBRG: 13.32 (-0.36), BCOR: 14.67 (+0.40)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Midday gainers / Losers
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FSM: 4.31 (-0.08), HEAR: 2.48 (-0.09), JRJC: 5.94 (+0.09), CVO: 2.08 (-0.06), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), UNIS: 4.19 (+0.10), HIIQ: 7.09 (-0.04), CYAN: 8.12 (-0.04), PTX: 10.90 (+0.56), TRMR: 2.45 (+0.02), PRKR: 0.97 (-0.01), SUMR: 2.64 (-0.14), VSLR: 8.17 (+0.09), RVP: 4.21 (-0.01), ASCMA: 45.13 (+0.27), ICUI: 89.06 (+0.91), CALL: 7.54 (+0.05), DMD: 5.06 (+0.10), AST: 3.95 (+0.01), ASEI: 51.32 (-0.78)
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: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics misses by $0.03, beats on revenue
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AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
Applied Optoelectronics Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter of Record Revenue
GlobeNewswire - Mon Nov 10, 3:10PM CST
Third Quarter 2014 Highlights
AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31)
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: 21.07 (+0.28), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), JDSU: 13.32 (-0.07), CIEN: 20.91 (+0.12), INFN: 17.36 (+0.03)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11), IRBT: 33.05 (+0.66), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11)
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: 11.82 (+1.31), AA: 15.11 (+0.11), IRBT: 33.05 (+0.66), AAPL: 130.41 (+1.62)
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: 9.28 (+0.04), AMBA: 58.01 (+1.37), AAOI: 11.82 (+1.31), RMBS: 12.25 (+0.18)
Is AllianceBernstein Holding (AB) Stock A Great Combo of Value and Growth? - Tale of the Tape
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Feb 24, 7:47AM CST
AllianceBernstein Holding may be an interesting play thanks to its forward PE of 13.2, its P/S ratio of 0.91, and its decent dividend yield of 8.4%
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
T. Rowe Price (TROW) Gains on Increasing Shareholder Value - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Feb 20, 11:50AM CST
Shares of T. Rowe Price (TROW) gained nearly 2% at the end of the yesterday's trading session following the announcement of a special dividend along with a rise in regular quarterly cash dividend by this global investment management firm.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), TROW: 83.32 (-0.20), JNS: 16.69 (+0.05), AMP: 135.34 (+0.02)
Top 3 Yielding Buy-Rated Stocks: PZN, AB, KCAP
at The Street - Thu Feb 19, 9:30AM CST
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
PZN: 8.30 (-0.06), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), KCAP: 7.44 (-0.05)
Ex-Dividends To Watch: 3 Stocks Going Ex-Dividend Tomorrow: FCO, AB, TRI
at The Street - Wed Feb 18, 9:00AM CST
FCO AB TRI are going ex-dividend tomorrow, Thursday, February 19, 2015
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), TRI: 39.59 (-0.24), FCO: 9.50 (+0.02)
AllianceBernstein Holding's (AB) CEO Peter Kraus on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SA Transcripts - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Feb 12, 12:18PM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
More on AllianceBernstein results
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AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB Announces January 31, 2015 Assets Under Management
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 12, 6:06AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB"
and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding" (NYSE: AB) today announced that preliminary assets under management increased to $476 billion during January 2015 from $474 billion at the end of December. The 0.4% increase was the result of total firmwide net inflows during the month, partially offset by market depreciation, including the negative impact of FX movements. By channel, net flows were positive in Institutions and Private Wealth Management and flat in Retail. AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein beats by $0.06, beats on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Feb 12, 5:50AM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. Announces Fourth Quarter Results
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 12, 5:46AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AB"
and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. ("AB Holding" (NYSE: AB) today reported financial and operating results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014. AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
Notable earnings before Thursday’s open
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KKR Falls on Q4 Earnings Miss, Investment Income Down - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Feb 11, 8:24AM CST
KKR (KKR) reported adjusted economic net income per unit of 5 cents, substantially missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 40 cents. Moreover, the bottom line came in lower than the prior-year quarter figure of $1.04.
BAM: 54.77 (-0.43), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), FIG: 8.11 (+0.04), KKR: 23.49 (-0.07)
Jim Cramer's 'Mad Money' Recap: Stop Worrying About the Fed Rate Increase
at The Street - Mon Feb 09, 7:53PM CST
History tells us that growth and progress are positives for the stock market, Cramer says, and this time will be no different.
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AB Science: Positive Phase 2 Clinical Study Data of Masitinib in Second-Line Metastatic Stomach Cancer
GlobeNewswire - Mon Feb 02, 11:26AM CST
AB Science SA (NYSE Euronext - FR0010557264 - AB), a pharmaceutical company specializing in the research, development and commercialization of protein kinase inhibitors (PKIs), today announced encouraging efficacy and safety results from a phase 2 study with its investigational drug, masitinib, in patients with nonresectable, metastatic esophagogastric adenocarcinoma after progression to first-line treatment.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB to Report Fourth Quarter 2014 Results on Thursday, February 12, 2015
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 12:15PM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) today announced that Fourth Quarter 2014 financial and operating results will be released on Thursday, February 12, 2015. Management will conduct a teleconference call beginning at 8:00 am (ET), following the release of its financial results. The call will be hosted by Peter S. Kraus, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and John C. Weisenseel, Chief Financial Officer.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Launches New Branding Initiative
PR Newswire - Tue Jan 20, 6:50AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AllianceBernstein"
, a global investment management firm with US $474 billion in assets under management, today announced changes to its brand identity and messaging to better reflect the evolution of the firm. Over the past few years, the company has expanded across asset classes and markets, finding dynamic new ways to solve investors' challenges. Today, the firm is able to move its clients' vision forward like never before by offering a unique combination of industry-leading talent, an integrated global structure, a culture of collaboration, intense client focus and the ability to deliver differentiated results. This new brand initiative, Ahead of Tomorrow, captures both the company's progress and its unique approach to innovating and delivering for clients. The new brand name, "AB," and logo better embody the firm's distinct offerings and unified culture. AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein AUM fall in December
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Jan 14, 8:04AM CST
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AllianceBernstein Announces December 31, 2014 Assets Under Management
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 14, 7:54AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. and AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) today announced that preliminary assets under management decreased to $474 billion during December 2014 from $481 billion at the end of November. The 1.5% decrease was due to market depreciation and net outflows during the month across all three distribution channels.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
AB Science: The Data and Safety Monitoring Board Recommends the Continuation of Phase 3 Study of Masitinib in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
GlobeNewswire - Tue Jan 13, 10:48AM CST
AB Science SA (NYSE Euronext - FR0010557264 - AB), a pharmaceutical company specialized in research, development and marketing of protein kinase inhibitors (PKIs), announces that the external Data and Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) has recommended the continuation of its phase 3 study of masitinib in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) based upon review of the latest safety data. The DSMB was created as part of the Company's pivotal clinical study evaluating masitinib in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92)
3 Buy-Rated Dividend Stocks: DMLP, MAIN, AB
at The Street - Thu Jan 08, 9:30AM CST
These 3 dividend stocks are rated a Buy by TheStreet
DMLP: 23.94 (-0.38), AB: 28.38 (+0.92), MAIN: 30.69 (-0.24)
AllianceBernstein Launches Multi-Manager Target-Date Series Co-managed with Morningstar Associates
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 07, 9:36AM CST
AllianceBernstein L.P. (AllianceBernstein), a global investment management firm with $481 billion in assets under management, today announced that its multi-manager target-date series, AB Multi-Manager Select Retirement Funds, co-managed with Morningstar Associates, LLC, a registered investment advisor and wholly owned subsidiary of Morningstar, Inc., is now available to investors.
AB: 28.38 (+0.92), MORN: 74.93 (-0.34)
Community Bank System Worth Keeping On The Radar
Stephen Rosenman - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Feb 25, 9:00AM CST
EWBC: 40.42 (+0.10), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), CBU: 35.51 (+0.27)
How it All Plays Out: Complementary Reports on American National, ANICO, American River Bankshares, Ameris, and AMERISAFE
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 05, 7:40AM CST
Moments ago, Analysts Review released new research updates concerning several important developing situations including American National (NASDAQ: AMNB), ANICO (NASDAQ: ANAT), American River Bankshares, (NASDAQ: AMRB), Ameris (NASDAQ: ABCB), and AMERISAFE (NASDAQ: AMSF). Analysts Review provides a single unified platform for investors' to hear about what matters - proudly employing registered CFA® research staff and rigorous compliance procedures. The full research reports are being made available to the public for informational purposes only.
AMRB: 9.57 (-0.02), AMSF: 43.17 (+0.13), AMNB: 22.35 (-0.02), ANAT: 105.85 (+1.09), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp's (ABCB) CEO Edwin Hortman on Q4 2014 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SA Transcripts - at Seeking Alpha - Fri Jan 30, 3:20PM CST
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
More cost cuts at Bank of America
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Jan 29, 12:16PM CST
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), BAC: 16.04 (-0.45)
Ameris Bancorp misses Street 4Q forecasts
Automated Insights - Thu Jan 29, 8:15AM CST
MOULTRIE, Ga. (AP) _ Ameris Bancorp (ABCB) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter net income of $10.6 million.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp misses by $0.05, misses on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Thu Jan 29, 7:49AM CST
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Announces Private Placement Of Common Stock
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 7:32AM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company"
today announced the sale of shares of the Company's common stock at a price of $22.50 per share to institutional accredited investors through a private placement. The Company has received commitments for the sale of up to 5,320,000 shares and is in the process of closing the issuance, which is expected to be completed by January 30, 2015. The Company expects to receive net proceeds from the private placement of approximately $114.5 million, which it intends to use, in part, to fund the cash consideration for its recently announced acquisitions of Merchants & Southern Banks of Florida, Inc. and eighteen Bank of America branches located in North Florida and South Georgia. ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Announces Record Earnings For 2014 And Two Strategic Acquisitions
PR Newswire - Thu Jan 29, 7:30AM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company"
today announced earnings and operating results for the quarter and twelve months ended December 31, 2014, and simultaneously announced the signing of definitive agreements to purchase Merchants & Southern Banks of Florida, Inc. and eighteen Bank of America branches. ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp To Announce Results For 2014
PR Newswire - Wed Jan 28, 3:01PM CST
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Ameris Bancorp ("Ameris" or the "Company"
today announced that it intends to release the results of its operations for 2014 before the market opens on Thursday, January 29, 2015. Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, and Dennis J. Zember Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a teleconference at 11:00 a.m. EDT on that day to discuss the Company's results and answer appropriate questions. ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
After Hour Gainers / Losers
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Has Ameris Bancorp Topped Out?
Profit Fan - at Seeking Alpha - Fri Oct 31, 1:49PM CDT
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp EPS in-line, misses on revenue
Seeking Alpha - at Seeking Alpha - Wed Oct 22, 7:46AM CDT
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Reports Operating Net Income Of $12.0 Million, Or $0.44 Per Diluted Share, For Third Quarter 2014
PR Newswire - Wed Oct 22, 7:30AM CDT
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), today reported operating net income of $12.0 million, or $0.44 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2014, compared to $6.6 million, or $0.27 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. For the year to date period ending September 30, 2014, the Company reported operating net income of $30.5 million, or $1.17 per diluted share, compared to $17.3 million, or $0.71 per diluted share, for the same period in 2013. During the third quarter of 2014, the Company completed the conversion of Coastal Bankshares, Inc. ("Coastal"
and recorded additional merger expenses totaling approximately $383,000, or $0.01 per share, on an after-tax basis. Including these charges, the Company reported net income for the third quarter of 2014 of $11.7 million, or $0.43 per share. Commenting on the Company's quarterly results, Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Our bankers turned in an outstanding quarter resulting in an 87% improvement in net earnings available to common shareholders compared to the same quarter in 2013. Additionally, our system conversion of Coastal was successful and we are working diligently to ensure that the cost savings we identified are realized and in place during the fourth quarter of 2014." ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
As Market Slides, Several Growth Names Hang In There
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 16, 5:58PM CDT
A weak market has resulted in plenty of damage to leading growth stocks, but several institutional-quality names -- and some lesser-known ones -- have weathered the market storm quite well. Keurig Green Mountain (GMCR) is trading tightly near highs...
GMCR: 124.89 (+0.79), HDB: 61.18 (+0.82), TYL: 119.97 (+0.57), ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09), DPZ: 104.00 (+0.07), INFY: 36.58 (-0.19), MFRM: 60.89 (+0.32), ROST: 99.05 (+0.59)
Ameris Bancorp Up 10.8% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (ABCB)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue Aug 26, 9:26AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Ameris Bancorp (NASDAQ:ABCB) on June 6th, 2014 at $21.67. In approximately 3 months, Ameris Bancorp has returned 10.78% as of today's recent price of $24.00.
ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
Ameris Bancorp Reports Operating Net Income Of $10.0 Million, Or $0.40 Per Diluted Share, For Second Quarter 2014
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 22, 3:01PM CDT
AMERIS BANCORP (NASDAQ-GS: ABCB), Moultrie, Georgia, today reported operating net income of $10.0 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2014, compared to $6.2 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2013. For the year to date period ending June 30, 2014, the Company reported operating net income of $18.1 million, or $0.71 per diluted share, compared to $11.1 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, for the same period in 2013. During the second quarter of 2014, the Company completed the acquisition of Coastal Bankshares, Inc. ("Coastal"
and recorded approximately $1.90 million, or $0.075 per share, of after-tax merger related charges. Including these charges, the Company reported net income in the second quarter of 2014 of $8.1 million, or $0.32 per common share. Commenting on the Company's quarterly results, Edwin W. Hortman, Jr., the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "I am pleased with our operating results for the second quarter of 2014. Our operating return on average assets and return on tangible equity for the quarter improved from the prior period to 1.15% and 15.85%, respectively. Strong trends in loan growth, funded mostly with non-rate sensitive deposits, very solid mortgage results and over $1.1 million of SBA revenue were among the factors contributing to a successful quarter." ABCB: 26.29 (+0.09)
