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Friday, December 2, 2011

Downward Wedge Patterns Shown in Stocks: (DISH), (BAK), (POWL), (PAAS), (GEO)

Downward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks Dish Network Corp, Braskem S.A, Powell Industries, Inc, Pan American Silver Corp, and The GEO Group, Inc. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the downward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bullish signal to investors as the downward trend is ending.

Shares of Dish Network Corp (DISH) traded higher by 6.63% or $1.63/share to $26.21. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.54 and as high as $30.02. On average, 3442800 shares of DISH exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 13681556.

Shares of Braskem S.A (BAK) fell by 2.27% or $-0.36/share to $15.52. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $13.89 and as high as $32.30. On average, 532390 shares of BAK exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 341373.

Shares of Powell Industries, Inc (POWL) fell by 0.90% or $-0.28/share to $30.67. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $25.76 and as high as $41.64. On average, 45730 shares of POWL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 33003.

Shares of Pan American Silver Corp (PAAS) fell by 3.61% or $-0.92/share to $24.56. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $23.08 and as high as $42.95. On average, 1173570 shares of PAAS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 729278.

Shares of The GEO Group, Inc (GEO) traded higher by 2.31% or $0.41/share to $18.16. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.40 and as high as $26.95. On average, 671780 shares of GEO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 678167.

Bullish Wedge Pattern Detected: (FNFG), (FAF), (HTS), (NRG), (UXG)

Downward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks First Niagara Financial Group Inc, First American Financial Corporation, Hatteras Financial Corp, NRG Energy, Inc, and US Gold Corporation. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the downward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bullish signal to investors as the downward trend is ending.

Shares of First Niagara Financial Group Inc (FNFG) traded higher by 2.54% or $0.22/share to $8.89. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $8.15 and as high as $14.46. On average, 5158440 shares of FNFG exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 6767763.

Shares of First American Financial Corporation (FAF) traded higher by 0.71% or $0.08/share to $11.28. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.51 and as high as $17.17. On average, 887960 shares of FAF exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 269175.

Shares of Hatteras Financial Corp (HTS) fell by 0.04% or $-0.01/share to $26.61. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $22.33 and as high as $28.19. On average, 979710 shares of HTS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 625649.

Shares of NRG Energy, Inc (NRG) fell by 1.53% or $-0.30/share to $19.37. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $18.22 and as high as $25.66. On average, 2851270 shares of NRG exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2896676.

Shares of US Gold Corporation (UXG) fell by 3.03% or $-0.12/share to $3.84. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $3.23 and as high as $9.87. On average, 2539980 shares of UXG exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3478356.

Technical Downward Wedge: (VNET), (DWA), (SLH), (SOHU), (ANH)

Downward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks 21Vianet Group, Inc, DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc, Solera Holdings Inc, Sohu.com Inc, and Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the downward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bullish signal to investors as the downward trend is ending.

Shares of 21Vianet Group, Inc (VNET) traded higher by 1.16% or $0.11/share to $9.58. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $8.31 and as high as $22.33. On average, 305970 shares of VNET exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 40086.

Shares of DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc (DWA) traded higher by 1.12% or $0.20/share to $18.11. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.34 and as high as $31.65. On average, 979820 shares of DWA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 543078.

Shares of Solera Holdings Inc (SLH) fell by 0.76% or $-0.36/share to $46.9. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $45.63 and as high as $62.11. On average, 417960 shares of SLH exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 550628.

Shares of Sohu.com Inc (SOHU) traded higher by 1.17% or $0.59/share to $50.99. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $46.35 and as high as $109.37. On average, 1812540 shares of SOHU exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1797953.

Shares of Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation (ANH) traded higher by 0.80% or $0.05/share to $6.3. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.45 and as high as $7.30. On average, 1851450 shares of ANH exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1517399.

Deals of the day -- mergers and acquisitions, (NYSE: TWC), (NYSE: TWX)

The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals involving European, U.S. and Asian companies were reported by 1430 GMT on Friday.** Verizon Wireless agreed to pay $3.6 billion to purchase wireless airwaves from a venture of cable companies Comcast Corp , Time Warner Cable Inc and privately held Bright House Networks.

Time Warner Cable Inc. is a cable operator in the United States with systems located in five geographic areas: New York State, the Carolinas, Ohio, Southern California and Texas. Shares of TWC traded higher by 4.97% or $3.03/share to $63.95. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $57.15 and as high as $80.86. On average, 2783760 shares of TWC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3763267.

Time Warner Inc. (Time Warner) is a media and entertainment company. Shares of TWX traded higher by 0.79% or $0.27/share to $34.48. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.62 and as high as $38.62. On average, 8345540 shares of TWX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 5782941.



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Stocks with Upward Wedge Patterns: (HANS), (MDRX), (MCS), (FIZZ), (MA)

Upward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks Hansen Natural Corporation, Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc, The Marcus Corporation, National Beverage Corp, and Mastercard Incorporated. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the upward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bearish signal to investors as the upward trend is ending.

Shares of Hansen Natural Corporation (HANS) traded higher by 1.71% or $1.57/share to $93.65. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $48.28 and as high as $97.31. On average, 1139070 shares of HANS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 484458.

Shares of Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc (MDRX) fell by 2.24% or $-0.44/share to $19.0. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $13.85 and as high as $23.14. On average, 1930850 shares of MDRX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1328466.

Shares of The Marcus Corporation (MCS) traded higher by 2.74% or $0.32/share to $12.01. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $7.94 and as high as $14.19. On average, 108170 shares of MCS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 30281.

Shares of National Beverage Corp (FIZZ) traded higher by 0.77% or $0.13/share to $16.95. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.16 and as high as $17.76. On average, 45320 shares of FIZZ exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 14757.

Shares of Mastercard Incorporated (MA) fell by 0.55% or $-2.10/share to $378.85. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $214.54 and as high as $381.94. On average, 1342670 shares of MA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 737695.

Bullish Ascending Triangle Forming: (FSL), (ESGR), (LNCE), (ECT), (BCE)

These stocks, Freescale Semiconductor Holdings I, Ltd, Enstar Group Limited, Snyder's-Lance, Inc, ECA Marcellus Trust I, and BCE, Inc, have been showing ascending triangle patterns on December 2. This pattern is a bullish formation that usually forms at the time of a upswing as a continuation pattern. Key characteristics that investors can look out for are trend patterns, duration and volume. In order for the pattern to be a continuation, an established pattern should exist. Since the pattern is bullish, the length and duration do not matter. What is important is the robustness of the formation. As mentioned, duration is not that important, but the average pattern lasts 1 to 2 month. As the pattern develops volume contracts and once the stock hits a break point, volume usually expands. The expansion confirms the breakout. This stock has been on a upswing, thus allowing investors to identify a resistance point. Investors may wan to consider going bearish on a breakpoint above the resistance point.

Shares of Freescale Semiconductor Holdings I, Ltd (FSL) traded higher by 1.63% or $0.21/share to $13.1. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $9.43 and as high as $20.97. On average, 805190 shares of FSL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 416723.

Shares of Enstar Group Limited (ESGR) traded higher by 2.18% or $2.12/share to $99.53. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $80.20 and as high as $114.56. On average, 20800 shares of ESGR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 13060.

Shares of Snyder's-Lance, Inc (LNCE) fell by 0.53% or $-0.11/share to $20.73. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.66 and as high as $23.49. On average, 230610 shares of LNCE exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 87129.

Shares of ECA Marcellus Trust I (ECT) fell by 0.40% or $-0.10/share to $24.8. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $21.47 and as high as $30.82. On average, 61790 shares of ECT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 67652.

Shares of BCE, Inc (BCE) traded higher by 1.02% or $0.40/share to $39.6. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $32.78 and as high as $39.86. On average, 715650 shares of BCE exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 603265.

Forming Upward Wedge Alert: (MUJ), (IRETP), (AWK), (SIRI), (OTTR)

Upward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks BlackRock MuniHoldings New Jersey Insured Fund, Inc, Investors Real Estate Trust, American Water Works Company, Inc, SIRIUS XM Radio Inc, and Otter Tail Corporation. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the upward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bearish signal to investors as the upward trend is ending.

Shares of BlackRock MuniHoldings New Jersey Insured Fund, Inc (MUJ) fell by 0.73% or $-0.11/share to $14.87. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $12.04 and as high as $14.98. On average, 30960 shares of MUJ exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 31740.

Shares of Investors Real Estate Trust (IRETP) traded higher by 0.07% or $0.02/share to $27.0. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $23.87 and as high as $27.00. On average, 720 shares of IRETP exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 750.

Shares of American Water Works Company, Inc (AWK) fell by 0.13% or $-0.04/share to $31.36. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $23.98 and as high as $31.62. On average, 1199830 shares of AWK exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 645358.

Shares of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc (SIRI) fell by 1.60% or $-0.03/share to $1.85. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $1.27 and as high as $2.44. On average, 69549500 shares of SIRI exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 34949808.

Shares of Otter Tail Corporation (OTTR) fell by 0.56% or $-0.12/share to $21.18. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $17.27 and as high as $22.49. On average, 177850 shares of OTTR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 50834.

Verizon to purchase cable spectrum, pressuring rivals, (NYSE: T), (NYSE: TWC), (NYSE: TWX)

Verizon Wireless plans to pay $3.6 billion for wireless airwaves from a venture of cable companies Comcast Corp , Time Warner Cable Inc and privately held Bright House Networks.The deal, which includes the option for cable companies to resell Verizon Wireless service, comes as Verizon's biggest rival AT&T Inc is facing regulatory opposition for its proposed plan to purchase T-Mobile USA.Both Verizon Wireless and AT&T, the No. 1 and No. 2 U.S. mobile providers, are trying to improve their network capacity to support increased consumer demand for services such as mobile web browsing on devices like tablet computers.Analysts said it made sense for Verizon to take the chance to get a deal done while AT&T is tied up with efforts to seek approval for its T-Mobile USA deal but some wondered why the cable operators did not wait.

AT&T Inc. is a holding company. The Company is a provider of telecommunications services in the United States and worldwide. Shares of T traded higher by 0.49% or $0.14/share to $28.98. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.20 and as high as $31.94. On average, 29024900 shares of T exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 18999086.

Time Warner Cable Inc. is a cable operator in the United States with systems located in five geographic areas: New York State, the Carolinas, Ohio, Southern California and Texas. Shares of TWC traded higher by 4.76% or $2.9/share to $63.82. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $57.15 and as high as $80.86. On average, 2783760 shares of TWC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3497366.

Time Warner Inc. (Time Warner) is a media and entertainment company. Shares of TWX traded higher by 0.66% or $0.225/share to $34.44. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.62 and as high as $38.62. On average, 8345540 shares of TWX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 5379773.



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Bearish Upward Wedge Detected: (NUC), (CSE), (HTD), (V), (TJX)

Upward wedge patterns have been noticed on December 2 for the stocks Nuveen California Quality Income Municipal Fund, Inc, CapitalSource Inc, John Hancock Tax Advantaged Dividend Income Fund, Visa, Inc, and The TJX Companies, Inc. The price range of these stocks is getting more narrow as the upward trend continues, thus signally the trend is losing steam. This sends a bearish signal to investors as the upward trend is ending.

Shares of Nuveen California Quality Income Municipal Fund, Inc (NUC) traded higher by 0.44% or $0.07/share to $15.17. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.47 and as high as $15.40. On average, 32000 shares of NUC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 46288.

Shares of CapitalSource Inc (CSE) traded higher by 0.31% or $0.02/share to $6.52. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.07 and as high as $8.17. On average, 4352480 shares of CSE exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3045773.

Shares of John Hancock Tax Advantaged Dividend Income Fund (HTD) fell by 1.56% or $-0.27/share to $16.99. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $12.98 and as high as $17.26. On average, 102850 shares of HTD exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 109671.

Shares of Visa, Inc (V) fell by 0.58% or $-0.57/share to $97.19. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $65.97 and as high as $98.26. On average, 4904870 shares of V exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2535961.

Shares of The TJX Companies, Inc (TJX) fell by 0.42% or $-0.26/share to $62.3. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $41.98 and as high as $63.11. On average, 3352750 shares of TJX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2427403.

Stock Upgrades and Downgrades: (CLS)

Celestica (CLS) recently had their rating changed from Neutral to Sell. Ticonderoga is the brokerage firm which is currently analyzing this company and found it necessary to change their rating. This is usually a bearish sign for the stock, and this brokerage house may tell its clients to sell the stock. The share prices may fall because of this action. Analysts believe that the company's share price may begin to fall. The target price is currently set at $5 per share by the brokerage firm. Shares of CLS fell by 3.58% or $-0.29/share to $7.81. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $6.79 and as high as $12.48. On average, 773719 shares of CLS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1040964.

Upgrades and Downgrades Daily Report: (CBRL), (BECN), (BEN), (RBC), (LULU)

Morgan Keegan, the brokerage firm, has recently increased the rating on Cracker Barrel (CBRL). They upped the rating from Mkt Perform to Outperform. The brokerage firm believes the company may be on the upswing and there could be potential value in buying the stock. The target price is currently set at $58 per share by the brokerage firm. Shares of CBRL traded higher by 2.42% or $1.15/share to $48.71. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $37.31 and as high as $57.25. On average, 302184 shares of CBRL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 264573.

KeyBanc Capital Mkts, the brokerage firm, has recently decreased the rating on Beacon Roofing Supply (BECN). They lowered the rating from Buy to Hold. The brokerage firm believes the company is on the downswing and there could be potential savings or capital preservation in selling the stock now. Shares of BECN fell by 0.88% or $-0.17/share to $19.21. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $14.59 and as high as $23.54. On average, 563149 shares of BECN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 282374.

Franklin Resources (BEN) is currently being analyzed by the brokerage firm Ticonderoga. They have just decreased their rating from Buy to Neutral. This indicates that the company may not be doing as well as investors were expecting. Look for potential selling pressure or a downside move in the share price. Shares of BEN fell by 0.19% or $-0.19/share to $99.00. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $87.71 and as high as $137.56. On average, 1640980 shares of BEN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 912549.

Regal-Beloit (RBC) recently had their rating changed from Buy to Neutral. MKM Partners is the brokerage firm which is currently analyzing this company and found it necessary to change their rating. This is usually a bearish sign for the stock, and this brokerage house may tell its clients to sell the stock. The share prices may fall because of this action. Analysts believe that the company's share price may begin to fall. Shares of RBC fell by 1.81% or $-0.95/share to $51.54. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $41.65 and as high as $76.65. On average, 436805 shares of RBC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 179062.

lululemon athletica (LULU) recently had their rating increased from Underweight to Buy. KeyBanc Capital Mkts is the brokerage firm which is currently analyzing this company and found it necessary to change their rating. This is usually a bullish sign for the company's share price, as these brokerages begin to tell their clients to start buying the upgraded stock. The shares may see a continued uptrend because of this. Analysts believe that the company's share price may begin to improve. The target price is currently set at $58 per share by the brokerage firm. Shares of LULU traded higher by 5.72% or $2.7/share to $49.87. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $25.82 and as high as $64.49. On average, 3783970 shares of LULU exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 6986392.

Insider Ownership Increasing: (HT), (ARRS), (ADTN), (GEOY), (TXI)

Shares of Hersha Hospitality Trust (HT) traded higher by 6.35% or $0.27/share to $4.52. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $3.14 and as high as $6.69. On average, 1133900 shares of HT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 470661. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $4.93 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $4.00 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.42%.

Shares of Arris Group Inc. (ARRS) fell by 0.47% or $-0.05/share to $10.59. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $9.60 and as high as $14.49. On average, 1240010 shares of ARRS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 556047. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $10.77 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level. The stock has insider ownership of 1.61%.

Shares of ADTRAN Inc. (ADTN) traded higher by 1.68% or $0.54/share to $32.73. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $25.38 and as high as $47.33. On average, 918360 shares of ADTN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 220332. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $36.19 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $31.00 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.16%.

Shares of GeoEye, Inc. (GEOY) traded higher by 1.94% or $0.36/share to $18.93. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $17.98 and as high as $44.68. On average, 272710 shares of GEOY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 325429. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $28.21 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level. The stock has insider ownership of 0.11%.

Shares of Texas Industries Inc. (TXI) fell by 0.4% or $-0.11/share to $27.5. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $21.89 and as high as $47.15. On average, 409460 shares of TXI exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 319405. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $29.70 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level. The stock has insider ownership of 26.26%.

Recent Insider Buying Detected: (RRGB), (INCY), (FBP), (CFNL), (CMLS)

Shares of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc. (RRGB) traded higher by 2.73% or $0.74/share to $27.89. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $18.60 and as high as $39.32. On average, 265460 shares of RRGB exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 109923. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $29.04 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $24.98 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 1.89%.

Shares of Incyte Corporation (INCY) fell by 1.59% or $-0.23/share to $14.21. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.76 and as high as $21.15. On average, 1967990 shares of INCY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1171927. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $15.94 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $13.80 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.67%.

Shares of First Bancorp (FBP) traded higher by 3.66% or $0.13/share to $3.68. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.50 and as high as $7.95. On average, 98910 shares of FBP exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 26293. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $4.00 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $3.24 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.07%.

Shares of Cardinal Financial Corp. (CFNL) traded higher by 1.69% or $0.18/share to $10.84. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $8.07 and as high as $12.02. On average, 112190 shares of CFNL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 33950. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $10.47 area. The stock has insider ownership of 0.97%.

Shares of Cumulus Media Inc. (CMLS) traded higher by 3.99% or $0.12/share to $3.13. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.18 and as high as $5.78. On average, 806860 shares of CMLS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 43801. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $3.54 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $2.86 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.02%.

Verizon to pay $3.6 billion for cable spectrum, (NYSE: T), (NYSE: TWC), (NYSE: TWX)

Verizon Wireless plans to pay $3.6 billion for wireless airwaves from a venture of cable companies Comcast Corp , Time Warner Cable Inc and privately held Bright House Networks.The deal, which includes the option for cable companies to resell Verizon Wireless service, comes as Verizon's biggest rival AT&T Inc is facing regulatory opposition for its proposed plan to purchase T-Mobile USA.Both Verizon Wireless and AT&T, the No. 1 and No. 2 U.S. mobile providers, are trying to improve their network capacity to support increased consumer demand for services such as mobile web browsing on devices like tablet computers.Analysts said it made sense for Verizon to take the chance to get a deal done while AT&T is tied up with efforts to seek approval for its T-Mobile USA deal but some wondered why the cable operators did not wait.

AT&T Inc. is a holding company. The Company is a provider of telecommunications services in the United States and worldwide. Shares of T traded higher by 0.28% or $0.08/share to $28.92. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.20 and as high as $31.94. On average, 29024900 shares of T exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 10073440.

Time Warner Cable Inc. is a cable operator in the United States with systems located in five geographic areas: New York State, the Carolinas, Ohio, Southern California and Texas. Shares of TWC traded higher by 3.01% or $1.835/share to $62.76. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $57.15 and as high as $80.86. On average, 2783760 shares of TWC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1388447.

Time Warner Inc. (Time Warner) is a media and entertainment company. Shares of TWX traded higher by 1.02% or $0.35/share to $34.56. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.62 and as high as $38.62. On average, 8345540 shares of TWX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2200727.



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At Their 52 Week Highs: (HALO), (LKFN), (GPI), (FTI), (TOBC)

Stocks hitting new 52 week highs on December 2 are Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc, Lakeland Financial Corp, Group 1 Automotive Inc, FMC Technologies, Inc, and Tower Bancorp Inc. Investors are buying the stock and pushing it higher because they may think that these stocks were undervalued. This could be a result of higher than expected earnings, overall market growth, or simply investor speculation.

Shares of Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc (HALO) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $9.51 per share and are currently trading at $9.46. The stock traded higher by 1.18% or $0.11/share to $9.46. The stock recorded a trading volume of 254562 today. This represents 1.17 times the average volume for Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of Lakeland Financial Corp (LKFN) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $25.00 per share and are currently trading at $25.17. The stock traded higher by 1.86% or $0.46/share to $25.17. The stock recorded a trading volume of 18645 today. This represents 0.94 times the average volume for Lakeland Financial Corp. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of Group 1 Automotive Inc (GPI) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $50.00 per share and are currently trading at $50.59. The stock traded higher by 2.24% or $1.11/share to $50.59. The stock recorded a trading volume of 190271 today. This represents 1.98 times the average volume for Group 1 Automotive Inc. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Shares of FMC Technologies, Inc (FTI) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $53.34 per share and are currently trading at $53.56. The stock traded higher by 1.61% or $0.85/share to $53.56. The stock recorded a trading volume of 1083966 today. This represents 1.34 times the average volume for FMC Technologies, Inc. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of Tower Bancorp Inc (TOBC) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $27.51 per share and are currently trading at $27.55. The stock traded higher by 0.55% or $0.15/share to $27.55. The stock recorded a trading volume of 46013 today. This represents 3.25 times the average volume for Tower Bancorp Inc. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Making New Highs: (WPZ), (WES), (TRGP), (WYN), (VHI)

Stocks hitting new 52 week highs on December 2 are Williams Partners L.P, Western Gas Partners LP, Targa Resources Corp, Wyndham Worldwide Corporation, and Valhi, Inc. Investors are buying the stock and pushing it higher because they may think that these stocks were undervalued. This could be a result of higher than expected earnings, overall market growth, or simply investor speculation.

Shares of Williams Partners L.P (WPZ) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $59.34 per share and are currently trading at $60.40. The stock traded higher by 1.79% or $1.06/share to $60.40. The stock recorded a trading volume of 89781 today. This represents 1.01 times the average volume for Williams Partners L.P. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of Western Gas Partners LP (WES) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $38.18 per share and are currently trading at $38.68. The stock traded higher by 1.44% or $0.55/share to $38.68. The stock recorded a trading volume of 81367 today. This represents 1.06 times the average volume for Western Gas Partners LP. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of Targa Resources Corp (TRGP) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $36.77 per share and are currently trading at $36.98. The stock traded higher by 4.97% or $1.75/share to $36.98. The stock recorded a trading volume of 373152 today. This represents 6.53 times the average volume for Targa Resources Corp. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Shares of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $35.90 per share and are currently trading at $36.20. The stock traded higher by 2.23% or $0.79/share to $36.20. The stock recorded a trading volume of 1512058 today. This represents 1.79 times the average volume for Wyndham Worldwide Corporation. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Shares of Valhi, Inc (VHI) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $63.86 per share and are currently trading at $62.06. The stock traded higher by 1.77% or $1.08/share to $62.06. The stock recorded a trading volume of 19937 today. This represents 1.95 times the average volume for Valhi, Inc. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

New 52 Week Lows: (RPXC), (Z), (TEA), (GIL)

Stocks falling to new 52 week lows on December 2 are RPX Corporation, Zillow, Inc, Teavana Holdings, Inc, and Gildan Activewear Inc. Investors are selling the stock and pushing it lower because they may think that these stocks were overvalued. This could be caused by earnings not meeting expectations, investor speculation, or a fall in market growth.

Shares of RPX Corporation (RPXC) fell by 1.39% or $-0.19/share to $13.45. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $13.59 and as high as $31.41. On average, 261769 shares of RPXC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 70611. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $17.18 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Zillow, Inc. (Z) traded higher by 2.5% or $0.54/share to $22.17. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $21.56 and as high as $60.00. On average, 133840 shares of Z exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 126695. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $27.13 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Teavana Holdings, Inc. (TEA) fell by 0.93% or $-0.17/share to $18.11. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $18.00 and as high as $29.35. On average, 230630 shares of TEA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 171020. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $20.89 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL) traded higher by 2.38% or $0.39/share to $16.75. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.33 and as high as $37.89. On average, 496970 shares of GIL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1515763. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $25.48 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Reaching for the Stars: (EPHC), (NGLS), (LAD), (OKS), (OSIS)

Stocks hitting new 52 week highs on December 2 are Epoch Investment Partners, Inc, Targa Resources Partners LP, Lithia Motors Inc, ONEOK Partners, L.P, and OSI Systems, Inc. Investors are buying the stock and pushing it higher because they may think that these stocks were undervalued. This could be a result of higher than expected earnings, overall market growth, or simply investor speculation.

Shares of Epoch Investment Partners, Inc (EPHC) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $24.36 per share and are currently trading at $24.94. The stock traded higher by 4.97% or $1.18/share to $24.94. The stock recorded a trading volume of 23075 today. This represents 1.42 times the average volume for Epoch Investment Partners, Inc. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Shares of Targa Resources Partners LP (NGLS) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $37.83 per share and are currently trading at $39.38. The stock traded higher by 4.18% or $1.58/share to $39.38. The stock recorded a trading volume of 229670 today. This represents 2.9 times the average volume for Targa Resources Partners LP. Higher than average volume can sometimes signal a technical breakout or perhaps that new information was released about the company. Volume is often used as a lie detector and high volume gives validity to the price move. Stay tuned for more updates on the company and investors may want to look for this momentum to continue.

Shares of Lithia Motors Inc (LAD) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $23.66 per share and are currently trading at $24.00. The stock traded higher by 3.54% or $0.82/share to $24.00. The stock recorded a trading volume of 174271 today. This represents 1.12 times the average volume for Lithia Motors Inc. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of ONEOK Partners, L.P (OKS) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $51.48 per share and are currently trading at $52.26. The stock traded higher by 1.71% or $0.88/share to $52.26. The stock recorded a trading volume of 80071 today. This represents 1.0 times the average volume for ONEOK Partners, L.P. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Shares of OSI Systems, Inc (OSIS) had a total return adjusted 52 week high today of $48.00 per share and are currently trading at $47.73. The stock traded higher by 2.51% or $1.17/share to $47.73. The stock recorded a trading volume of 36028 today. This represents 0.83 times the average volume for OSI Systems, Inc. This is considered normal volume for the stock which means the new high is most likely caused by a steady uptrend. Expect the stock to continue its upward trend. A pullback could be a great opportunity to get onboard.

Roller Coaster Volatility: (AVL), (INHX), (SFLY), (SFL), (RBY)

Among the most volatile stocks traded on December 2 were: Avalon Rare Metals Inc, Inhibitex, Inc, Shutterfly, Inc, Ship Finance International Limited, and Rubicon Minerals Corporation. These stocks are risky as they have high volatility. Since these stocks carry a lot of risk, they will usually provide large returns. This high volatility could be caused by their business strategy or the type of sector they are in.

Shares of Avalon Rare Metals Inc. (AVL) fell by 4.32% or $-0.14/share to $3.1. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.29 and as high as $10.11. On average, 1031450 shares of AVL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 396685. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $5.74 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $3.10 would be an area of support.

Shares of Inhibitex, Inc. (INHX) fell by 0.26% or $-0.04/share to $15.1. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.00 and as high as $16.49. On average, 2073900 shares of INHX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1685456. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $6.03 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure.

Shares of Shutterfly, Inc. (SFLY) traded higher by 10.21% or $2.81/share to $30.38. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $26.60 and as high as $66.71. On average, 1140330 shares of SFLY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1089652. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $40.90 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Ship Finance International Limited (SFL) traded higher by 7.12% or $0.71/share to $10.68. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $9.20 and as high as $21.61. On average, 516840 shares of SFL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 408499. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $13.27 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Rubicon Minerals Corporation (RBY) traded higher by 10.14% or $0.37/share to $4.02. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.87 and as high as $6.09. On average, 762700 shares of RBY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3218392. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $4.24 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $3.66 would be an area of support.

Up or Down, Volatile: (CASC), (NM), (ORI), (HRB), (NMM)

Among the most volatile stocks traded on December 2 were: Cascade Corp, Navios Maritime Holdings Inc, Old Republic International Corp, H&R Block, Inc, and Navios Maritime Partners L.P. These stocks are risky as they have high volatility. Since these stocks carry a lot of risk, they will usually provide large returns. This high volatility could be caused by their business strategy or the type of sector they are in.

Shares of Cascade Corp. (CASC) traded higher by 15.85% or $6.67/share to $48.74. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $31.30 and as high as $55.25. On average, 64720 shares of CASC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 54336. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $42.73 area.

Shares of Navios Maritime Holdings Inc. (NM) traded higher by 19.71% or $0.67/share to $4.07. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.83 and as high as $5.82. On average, 530430 shares of NM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1786872. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $4.41 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $3.51 would be an area of support.

Shares of Old Republic International Corp. (ORI) traded higher by 9.42% or $0.76/share to $8.83. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $6.99 and as high as $13.01. On average, 2434150 shares of ORI exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 4905725. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $10.43 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $8.56 would be an area of support.

Shares of H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) fell by 8.65% or $-1.39/share to $14.67. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.08 and as high as $17.63. On average, 3651500 shares of HRB exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 4824916. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $14.70 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Navios Maritime Partners L.P. (NMM) traded higher by 7.9% or $1.10/share to $15.03. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.78 and as high as $20.00. On average, 266500 shares of NMM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 342857. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $16.40 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $14.72 would be an area of support.

High Activity Detected: (IWM), (EEM), (QQQ), (MSFT), (SIRI)

The following stocks were detected to be trading among the most active on December 2: iShares Russell 2000 Index, iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Index, PowerShares QQQ, Microsoft Corporation, and SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. These stocks are highly traded usually because new relevant information on the company has become available. Being on the highly active list isn't always positive as high activity may be a result of negative news. Regardless, high activity means high liquidity. High volume, combined with price movement is what traders require to make profits.

Shares of iShares Russell 2000 Index (IWM) traded higher by 1.28% or $0.94/share to $74.14. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $60.09 and as high as $86.22. On average, 78107200 shares of IWM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 19091058. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $76.61 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $70.27 would be an area of support.

Shares of iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Index (EEM) traded higher by 0.68% or $0.27/share to $40.16. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $33.42 and as high as $49.93. On average, 75148600 shares of EEM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 17810440. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $43.83 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $38.62 would be an area of support.

Shares of PowerShares QQQ (QQQ) traded higher by 0.35% or $0.20/share to $56.98. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $49.83 and as high as $59.72. On average, 72450790 shares of QQQ exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 15969919. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $56.14 area.

Shares of Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) fell by 0.04% or $-0.01/share to $25.27. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $23.32 and as high as $28.69. On average, 56068120 shares of MSFT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 14177010. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been suffering from downward momentum lately. The stock may bounce higher to test the 200-day moving average, so look for a move up to the $25.43 area where the stock may encounter resistance.

Shares of SIRIUS XM Radio Inc. (SIRI) traded higher by 1.06% or $0.02/share to $1.9. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $1.27 and as high as $2.44. On average, 69549500 shares of SIRI exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 14097652. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $1.88 area.

Notable Volatility Encountered: (LMOS), (BKS), (DYN), (CLWR), (CISG)

Among the most volatile stocks traded on December 2 were: Lumos Networks Corp, Barnes & Noble, Inc, Dynegy Inc, Clearwire Corporation, and Cninsure Inc. These stocks are risky as they have high volatility. Since these stocks carry a lot of risk, they will usually provide large returns. This high volatility could be caused by their business strategy or the type of sector they are in.

Shares of Lumos Networks Corp (LMOS) fell by 1.48% or $-0.22/share to $14.65. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.10 and as high as $17.99. On average, 94110 shares of LMOS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 44916. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $14.83 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Barnes & Noble, Inc. (BKS) traded higher by 10.76% or $1.57/share to $16.16. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.30 and as high as $18.73. On average, 1425250 shares of BKS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1518138. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $13.25 area.

Shares of Dynegy Inc. (DYN) traded higher by 4.42% or $0.13/share to $3.07. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.22 and as high as $6.92. On average, 2370230 shares of DYN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 703606. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $3.44 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of Clearwire Corporation (CLWR) fell by 2.46% or $-0.05/share to $1.98. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $1.24 and as high as $6.80. On average, 8031190 shares of CLWR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 8489910. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $3.52 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $1.84 would be an area of support.

Shares of Cninsure Inc. (CISG) traded higher by 9.16% or $0.59/share to $7.03. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.28 and as high as $22.37. On average, 504230 shares of CISG exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 672600. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $12.21 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $6.95 would be an area of support.

Active Stocks: (F), (C), (MS), (GE), (CSCO)

The following stocks were detected to be trading among the most active on December 2: Ford Motor Co, Citigroup, Inc, Morgan Stanley, General Electric Company, and Cisco Systems, Inc. These stocks are highly traded usually because new relevant information on the company has become available. Being on the highly active list isn't always positive as high activity may be a result of negative news. Regardless, high activity means high liquidity. High volume, combined with price movement is what traders require to make profits.

Shares of Ford Motor Co. (F) traded higher by 3.68% or $0.39/share to $10.98. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $9.05 and as high as $18.97. On average, 62759560 shares of F exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 30301904. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $12.80 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $10.87 would be an area of support.

Shares of Citigroup, Inc. (C) traded higher by 6.08% or $1.64/share to $28.63. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $21.39 and as high as $51.46. On average, 56540960 shares of C exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 27964104. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $36.51 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $27.80 would be an area of support.

Shares of Morgan Stanley (MS) traded higher by 7.24% or $1.05/share to $15.56. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.55 and as high as $30.82. On average, 35374740 shares of MS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 22972956. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $21.10 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $15.35 would be an area of support.

Shares of General Electric Company (GE) traded higher by 1.57% or $0.25/share to $16.16. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $14.02 and as high as $21.13. On average, 70846240 shares of GE exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 21344872. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $17.76 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $15.91 would be an area of support.

Shares of Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) traded higher by 0.93% or $0.17/share to $18.75. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $13.24 and as high as $22.08. On average, 58728840 shares of CSCO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 19253048. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $17.43 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure.

Highly Traded Stocks: (BAC), (SPY), (XLF), (JPM), (RIMM)

The following stocks were detected to be trading among the most active on December 2: Bank of America Corporation, SPDR S&P 500, Financial Select Sector SPDR, JPMorgan Chase & Co, and Research In Motion Limited. These stocks are highly traded usually because new relevant information on the company has become available. Being on the highly active list isn't always positive as high activity may be a result of negative news. Regardless, high activity means high liquidity. High volume, combined with price movement is what traders require to make profits.

Shares of Bank of America Corporation (BAC) traded higher by 4.52% or $0.25/share to $5.78. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.02 and as high as $15.24. On average, 271669940 shares of BAC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 129694272. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $6.15 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Shares of SPDR S&P 500 (SPY) traded higher by 0.69% or $0.86/share to $125.83. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $107.43 and as high as $135.80. On average, 267050770 shares of SPY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 69544096. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $125.93 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $120.98 would be an area of support.

Shares of Financial Select Sector SPDR (XLF) traded higher by 2.28% or $0.29/share to $13.03. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.95 and as high as $17.03. On average, 115713180 shares of XLF exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 64458000. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $14.39 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $12.61 would be an area of support.

Shares of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) traded higher by 7.45% or $2.27/share to $32.73. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.85 and as high as $47.39. On average, 46505660 shares of JPM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 36139168. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $38.69 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $31.90 would be an area of support.

Shares of Research In Motion Limited (RIMM) fell by 9.34% or $-1.73/share to $16.84. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $15.98 and as high as $70.52. On average, 22692000 shares of RIMM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 33817748. The shares are currently trading below the 50-day and 200-day moving averages which indicates that the shares have been experiencing downward momentum. The stock may bounce back to test the 200-day moving average. Thus, you may want to pay close attention for a move up to the $20.44 area but be careful because the stock may face selling pressure at this level.

Undervalued Stock Detected (NASDAQ: CAR)

Shares of CAR traded higher by 2.21% or $0.26/share to $12.04. Avis Budget Group, Inc. is trading at a price to book ratio of 2.25. The PEG is 0.22 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.23. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 2197350 shares of CAR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1950872. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Avis Budget Group, Inc. (Avis Budget) operates in two brands in the global vehicle rental industry through Avis and Budget.

Overbought Stocks: (ASPS), (GEDU), (HS), (EDMC)

On December 2, the following stocks were determined to be overbought: Altisource Portfolio Solutions S.A, Global Education & Technology Group Limited, HealthSpring Inc, and Education Management Corporation. The demand for these stocks have pushed the prices of the underlying assets to levels that do not support the fundamentals. This is interpreted as a sign that the stocks are overvalued and may experience a pullback.

Shares of Altisource Portfolio Solutions S.A (ASPS) traded higher by 0.44% or $0.21/share to $47.93. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.50 and as high as $47.86. On average, 83010 shares of ASPS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 24191.

Shares of Global Education & Technology Group Limited (GEDU) remained unchanged at $10.76. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.96 and as high as $10.80. On average, 168160 shares of GEDU exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 77352.

Shares of HealthSpring Inc (HS) traded higher by 0.07% or $0.04/share to $54.51. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $25.84 and as high as $54.91. On average, 1858460 shares of HS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 97316.

Shares of Education Management Corporation (EDMC) traded higher by 5.73% or $1.29/share to $23.81. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $13.45 and as high as $28.61. On average, 160930 shares of EDMC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 176550.

Buying Overdone In These Names: (BEXP), (MDVN), (NDN), (INHX), (WES)

On December 2, the following stocks were determined to be overbought: Brigham Exploration Co, Medivation, Inc, 99, Inhibitex, Inc, and Western Gas Partners LP. The demand for these stocks have pushed the prices of the underlying assets to levels that do not support the fundamentals. This is interpreted as a sign that the stocks are overvalued and may experience a pullback.

Shares of Brigham Exploration Co (BEXP) remained unchanged at $36.48. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $21.15 and as high as $37.87. On average, 5369650 shares of BEXP exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 291815.

Shares of Medivation, Inc (MDVN) traded higher by 2.96% or $1.37/share to $47.59. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.16 and as high as $47.19. On average, 910270 shares of MDVN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 189996.

Shares of 99 (NDN) traded higher by 0.05% or $0.01/share to $21.85. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $14.57 and as high as $21.93. On average, 2014450 shares of NDN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 154124.

Shares of Inhibitex, Inc (INHX) fell by 0.33% or $-0.05/share to $15.09. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.00 and as high as $16.49. On average, 2073900 shares of INHX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1361847.

Shares of Western Gas Partners LP (WES) traded higher by 1.84% or $0.70/share to $38.83. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $27.71 and as high as $38.18. On average, 247870 shares of WES exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 48161.

Excellent Stock Value (NASDAQ: NSIT)

Shares of NSIT traded higher by 2.13% or $0.32/share to $15.35. Insight Enterprises Inc. is trading at a price to book ratio of 1.17. This indicates that the shares are relatively cheap compared to book value which means the market is pricing in going concern value. The PEG is 0.47 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.13. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 246156 shares of NSIT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 454607. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Insight Enterprises, Inc. (Insight) is a global provider of information technology (IT) hardware, software and service solutions to businesses and public sector clients.

Insiders Sell For Many Reasons - Is Bearishness One Of Them?: (PCP), (STMP), (SWX), (TSCO), (EMR)

Shares of Precision Castparts Corp. (PCP) traded higher by 0.52% or $0.85/share to $164.72. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $135.95 and as high as $178.99. On average, 1083210 shares of PCP exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 119624. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $162.00 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 0.24%.

Shares of Stamps.com Inc. (STMP) traded higher by 2.32% or $0.61/share to $26.87. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.95 and as high as $33.73. On average, 494700 shares of STMP exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 108943. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $25.66 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 2.66%.

Shares of Southwest Gas Corporation (SWX) traded higher by 0.57% or $0.23/share to $40.4. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $31.65 and as high as $40.79. On average, 280260 shares of SWX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 18725. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $38.06 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 1.24%.

Shares of Tractor Supply Company (TSCO) traded higher by 0.25% or $0.18/share to $72.41. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $43.52 and as high as $78.22. On average, 793300 shares of TSCO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 106936. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $69.56 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 0.62%.

Shares of Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) traded higher by 1.06% or $0.55/share to $52.39. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $39.19 and as high as $60.89. On average, 5736350 shares of EMR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 675011. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $51.20 area. The stock has insider ownership of 0.48%.

Recent Insider Selling Detected: (ISBC), (EME), (KMB), (AN), (COHR)

Shares of Investors Bancorp Inc. (ISBC) traded higher by 1.49% or $0.20/share to $13.59. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $12.02 and as high as $15.09. On average, 207760 shares of ISBC exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 39749. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $13.90 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $13.27 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 0.14%.

Shares of EMCOR Group Inc. (EME) traded higher by 1.26% or $0.32/share to $25.78. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $18.21 and as high as $32.67. On average, 531760 shares of EME exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 29049. The shares are currently trading below the 200-day moving average but above the 50-day moving average. The stock may be range bound between these two levels where the 200-day moving average of $26.89 represents resistance and the 50-day moving average of $22.99 would be an area of support. The stock has insider ownership of 1.7%.

Shares of Kimberly-Clark Corporation (KMB) traded higher by 0.22% or $0.16/share to $71.46. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $59.05 and as high as $73.23. On average, 2895800 shares of KMB exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 258789. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $70.52 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 0.04%.

Shares of AutoNation Inc. (AN) traded higher by 2.17% or $0.78/share to $36.77. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $26.05 and as high as $41.55. On average, 1180520 shares of AN exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 55747. The shares are currently trading above the 50-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been experiencing strong upward momentum as the 50 DMA is above the 200 DMA. The stock may come back down to test the 50-day moving average, so look for a move back to the $35.68 area where the stock will likely see buying pressure. The stock has insider ownership of 4.59%.

Shares of Coherent Inc. (COHR) traded higher by 2.5% or $1.27/share to $51.99. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $38.38 and as high as $65.60. On average, 140960 shares of COHR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 4631. The shares are currently trading above the 200-day moving average which indicates that the shares have been subject to upward momentum. The 200 DMA is above the 50 DMA which indicates that the stock has likely taken a dip in the shorter term. The stock may eventually drop to test the 200-day moving average where buyers may be lurking near the $51.72 area. The stock has insider ownership of 0.69%.

Undervalued Stock Detected (TSE: WJA.TO)

Shares of WJA traded higher by 0.45% or $0.05/share to $11.05. WestJet Airlines Ltd. is trading at a price to book ratio of 1.13. This indicates that the shares are relatively cheap compared to book value which means the market is pricing in going concern value. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.51. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 270365 shares of WJA.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 128145. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Potential Takeover Candidate? (NASDAQ: CLWR)

Shares of CLWR traded higher by 2.96% or $0.06/share to $2.09. Clearwire Corporation is trading at a price to book ratio of 0.58. This indicates that the value of the company's underlying assets exceeds today's market price. The PEG is 0.03 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.47. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 8035150 shares of CLWR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 3288831. These factors combined may make this company a potential takeover candidate. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Clearwire Corporation (Clearwire) is a provider of fourth generation (4G) wireless broadband services.

Great Stock Value (TSE: SLF.TO)

Shares of SLF traded higher by 2.25% or $0.41/share to $18.61. Sun Life Financial Inc. is trading at a price to book ratio of 0.74. This indicates that the value of the company's underlying assets exceeds today's market price. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.5. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 1967820 shares of SLF.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 806810. These factors combined may make this company a potential takeover candidate. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Undervalued Stock Detected (NASDAQ: CRESY)

Shares of CRESY traded higher by 0.01% or $0.001/share to $11.00. Cresud Inc. is trading at a price to book ratio of 1.09. This indicates that the shares are relatively cheap compared to book value which means the market is pricing in going concern value. The PEG is 0.7 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.81. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 87732 shares of CRESY exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 36469. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Cresud Inc. (Cresud) is an Argentina-based company.

Stocks with Strong Financial Metrics (NYSE: BKS)

Shares of BKS traded higher by 9.94% or $1.45/share to $16.04. Barnes & Noble, Inc. is trading at a price to book ratio of 1.09. This indicates that the shares are relatively cheap compared to book value which means the market is pricing in going concern value. The PEG is 0.79 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.12. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 1425250 shares of BKS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 586708. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Barnes & Noble, Inc. (Barnes & Noble) is a bookseller.

Hot Off The Press: (TD)

The Toronto-dominion Bank (TD) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $1.73 when they were expecting earnings to be $1.51 per share. Earnings beat analyst estimates by 14.57%. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of TD traded higher by 1.27% or $0.9/share to $71.78. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $64.56 and as high as $89.79. On average, 794870 shares of TD exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 115920.

Earnings Surprises of the Day: (DSGX), (TLB), (TSE: BBD), (MITL), (MOV)

Descartes Systems Group Inc (DSGX) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $0.13 per share, and the company reported $0.09 per share. Actual earnings missed estimated earnings by $-0.04 per share. Investors might expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of DSGX traded higher by 0.87% or $0.06/share to $6.93. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.71 and as high as $7.55. On average, 15105 shares of DSGX exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2400.

The Talbots Inc (TLB) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. The company reported $-0.22 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $-0.16. Earnings missed estimates by an unexpected -37.5% downside surprise. Investors could expect the stock price to decrease as earnings were worse than expected. Further analysis may need to be conducted to determine whether the downswing will occur. A total of 10 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of TLB traded higher by 3.09% or $0.05/share to $1.67. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $1.62 and as high as $11.76. On average, 1849690 shares of TLB exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 287056.

Canadian listed Bombardier B (BBD) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. The company reported $0.11 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $0.1. Earnings were 10.0% larger than expected. An upside surprise. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well.

Mitel Networks Corp (MITL) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $0.22 when they were expecting earnings to be $0.15 per share. Earnings were 46.67% larger than expected. An upside surprise. Investors could expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. Shares of MITL traded higher by 36.13% or $0.9899/share to $3.73. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $1.92 and as high as $6.22. On average, 31210 shares of MITL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 390693.

Movado Group, Inc (MOV) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. Analysts were expecting $0.43 per share, and the company reported $0.65 per share. Earnings beat expectations by $0.22 per share or 51.16%. Investors could expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. There is currently 1 analyst covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of MOV traded higher by 3.48% or $0.62/share to $18.45. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.93 and as high as $18.50. On average, 121263 shares of MOV exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 38279.

Stock Earning Reports: (GIL), (TSE: XRC), (BKS), (CHRS), (TSE: CM)

Gildan Activewear Inc (GIL) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in September 2011. The company reported $0.42 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $0.4. Earnings beat expectations by $0.02 per share or 5.0%. Investors might expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. A total of 13 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of GIL traded higher by 2.38% or $0.39/share to $16.75. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.33 and as high as $38.07. On average, 496973 shares of GIL exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 606406.

Canadian listed Exeter Rsrc (XRC) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in September 2011. The company reported $-0.07 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $-0.03. Earnings were unexpectedly -133.33% lower or $-0.04 per share below estimates. Investors could expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. A total of 1 analyst is currently covering this company. Shares of XRC traded higher by 1.81% or $0.06/share to $3.37. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $3.03 and as high as $6.33. On average, 114289 shares of XRC.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 11400.

Barnes & Noble, Inc (BKS) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $0.02 per share, and the company reported $-0.17 per share. Actual earnings missed estimated earnings by $-0.19 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. A total of 4 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of BKS traded higher by 8.64% or $1.26/share to $15.85. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $10.30 and as high as $18.73. On average, 1425250 shares of BKS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 349403.

Charming Shoppes Inc (CHRS) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $-0.09 per share, and the company reported $-0.08 per share. Actual earnings beat estimated earnings by $0.01 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. Shares of CHRS traded higher by 0.24% or $0.01/share to $4.24. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $2.29 and as high as $4.93. On average, 2577760 shares of CHRS exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 527324.

Canadian listed Cdn Impl Bk (CM) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $1.81 per share, and the company reported $1.85 per share. Earnings beat analyst estimates by 2.21%. Investors might expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. There are currently 12 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of CM traded higher by 0.04% or $0.03/share to $72.03. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $67.32 and as high as $85.56. On average, 1441730 shares of CM.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 265560.

Excellent Stock Value (NYSE: PT)

Shares of PT traded higher by 2.57% or $0.16/share to $6.38. Portugal Telecom SGPS SA is trading at a price to book ratio of 1.36. The PEG is 0.12 suggesting that the shares are trading at an excellent value relative to firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.76. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 279322 shares of PT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 140045. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Value investors may have an eye on this one, especially if the stock gets cheaper.

Portugal Telecom SGPS SA (Portugal Telecom) is a Portugal-based telecommunications operator.

Company Results Wrapup: (CM), (ULTA), (HRB), (TSE: GIL), (LAVA)

Canadian Imperial Bank Of Commerce (CM) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $1.81 when they were expecting earnings to be $1.86 per share. Earnings missed estimates by an unexpected -2.69% downside surprise. Investors could expect the stock price to decrease as earnings were worse than expected. Further analysis may need to be conducted to determine whether the downswing will occur. A total of 6 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of CM fell by 0.27% or $-0.19/share to $70.81. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $64.92 and as high as $88.76. On average, 310283 shares of CM exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 56007.

Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc (ULTA) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. The company reported $0.42 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $0.38. Earnings beat analyst estimates by 10.53%. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of ULTA traded higher by 5.68% or $3.89/share to $72.38. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $32.01 and as high as $75.69. On average, 1051380 shares of ULTA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 453909.

H&r Block, Inc (HRB) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $-0.38 when they were expecting earnings to be $-0.35 per share. Earnings were unexpectedly -8.57% lower than estimated. Investors might expect the stock price to decrease as earnings were worse than expected. Further analysis may need to be conducted to determine whether the downswing will occur. A total of 6 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of HRB fell by 6.79% or $-1.09/share to $14.97. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.43 and as high as $18.00. On average, 3652260 shares of HRB exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1238076.

Canadian listed Gildan Activ (GIL) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in September 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $0.42 when they were expecting earnings to be $0.41 per share. Actual earnings beat estimated earnings by $0.01 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. Shares of GIL traded higher by 2.72% or $0.45/share to $16.99. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $16.54 and as high as $36.47. On average, 564133 shares of GIL.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 215073.

Magma Design Automation Inc (LAVA) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $0.06 when they were expecting earnings to be $0.08 per share. Earnings missed estimates by an unexpected -25.0% downside surprise. Investors might expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of LAVA traded higher by 0.84% or $0.06/share to $7.19. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $4.03 and as high as $8.50. On average, 1456810 shares of LAVA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 1398886.

Potential Takeover Candidate? (NYSE: KT)

Shares of KT traded higher by 1.68% or $0.27/share to $16.35. KT Corp. is trading at a price to book ratio of 0.81. This indicates that the value of the company's underlying assets exceeds today's market price. The PEG is 1.01 suggesting that the shares are attractively priced relative to the firm's growth rate. The price to sales ratio came in at 0.4. Hence, the firm is extremely cheap relative to its top line sales figures. On average, 793375 shares of KT exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 318372. These financial metrics combined make this company seem undervalued. Lookout for any takeover chatter or takeover news regarding this stock as one of the bigger players may have an eye on this one.

KT Corporation is a Korean-based company engaged in the provision of integrated telecommunications services.

Stocks Report Results: (UTIW), (ZUMZ), (PVH), (TSE: DSG), (TSE: XG)

Uti Worldwide Inc (UTIW) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Earnings came in at $0.28 per share compared to analyst estimates of $0.28 per share. These earnings are in line with investor expectations. Investors could expect the stock price to remain stable based on this news of earnings meeting expectations. Guidance, current stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered for stock price direction. There are currently 13 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of UTIW traded higher by 2.96% or $0.4/share to $13.91. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $11.94 and as high as $24.05. On average, 389675 shares of UTIW exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 110972.

Zumiez, Inc (ZUMZ) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $0.45 when they were expecting earnings to be $0.41 per share. Earnings were 9.76% larger than expected. An upside surprise. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. There are currently 16 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of ZUMZ traded higher by 17.33% or $4.05/share to $27.42. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $15.85 and as high as $31.35. On average, 428725 shares of ZUMZ exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 490743.

Pvh Corp (PVH) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $1.81 per share, and the company reported $1.89 per share. Earnings beat expectations by $0.08 per share or 4.42%. Investors might expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of PVH traded higher by 6.18% or $4.18/share to $71.80. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $51.15 and as high as $76.04. On average, 1147370 shares of PVH exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 568480.

Canadian listed Descartes Sy (DSG) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. The company reported $0.09 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $0.11. Actual earnings missed estimated earnings by $-0.02 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. Shares of DSG remained unchanged at $6.99. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $5.86 and as high as $7.63. On average, 98462 shares of DSG.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 0.

Canadian listed Extorre Gold (XG) reported earnings results for the quarter ended September 2011. The company reported $-0.14 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $-0.08. Actual earnings missed estimated earnings by $-0.06 per share. Investors might expect the stock price to decrease as earnings were worse than expected. Further analysis may need to be conducted to determine whether the downswing will occur. There is currently 1 analyst covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of XG traded higher by 0.65% or $0.06/share to $9.26. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $4.23 and as high as $14.84. On average, 493424 shares of XG.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 17243.

Earnings Beats & Misses: (KR), (LULU), (ISLE), (TSE: TD), (ASNA)

The Kroger Co (KR) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. Analysts were expecting $0.31 per share, and the company reported $0.33 per share. Earnings beat analyst estimates by 6.45%. Investors could expect the stock price to increase as results were better than expected. Further analysis may need to be done to determine whether the upswing will come to effect. Guidance and revenue estimates must be taken into consideration. There are currently 15 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of KR traded higher by 0.21% or $0.05/share to $23.42. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $20.53 and as high as $25.85. On average, 6134140 shares of KR exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 424676.

Lululemon Athletica Inc (LULU) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. Analysts were expecting $0.25 per share, and the company reported $0.27 per share. Actual earnings beat estimated earnings by $0.02 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. A total of 17 analysts are currently covering this company. Shares of LULU traded higher by 6.19% or $2.9196/share to $50.09. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $25.82 and as high as $64.49. On average, 3783970 shares of LULU exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 2326237.

Isle Of Capri Casinos, Inc (ISLE) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. Earnings came in at $-0.04 per share compared to analyst estimates of $0.0 per share. Earnings were unexpectedly 0.0% lower than estimated. Investors could expect the stock price to fall as earnings were below expectations. Examining previous stock price movement may help to further determine the direction of the share price. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. There are currently 9 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of ISLE traded higher by 0.22% or $0.01/share to $4.50. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $4.36 and as high as $11.22. On average, 126208 shares of ISLE exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 5977.

Canadian listed Toronto Dom (TD) announced their most recent earnings results for the quarter ended in October 2011. The company reported $1.77 per share when analysts were expecting earnings of $1.54. Earnings were 14.94% larger than expected. An upside surprise. Investors might expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. There are currently 11 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of TD traded higher by 1.13% or $0.81/share to $72.71. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $68.13 and as high as $86.82. On average, 2320200 shares of TD.TO exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 361810.

Ascena Retail Group Inc (ASNA) reported earnings results for the quarter ended October 2011. They reported actual earnings per share of $0.65 when they were expecting earnings to be $0.64 per share. Actual earnings beat estimated earnings by $0.01 per share. Investors could expect the stock price to rise on better than expected results. Further analysis on other trends may need to be completed to determine whether the upswing will be confirmed. Guidance, stock price, and revenue estimates must be considered as well. There are currently 12 analysts covering this firm. Investors can look to their reports for more information. Shares of ASNA traded higher by 2.87% or $0.79/share to $28.31. In the past year, the shares have traded as low as $24.00 and as high as $35.25. On average, 734008 shares of ASNA exchange hands on a given day and today's volume is recorded at 243949.