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This Bull Has Further to Run, but Markets Look Vulnerable in July or August

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:30:00 -0400

Until later this summer, investors can expect more of the same -- the longest buying stampede ever.

Natural Gas Prices Slip as Stocks Rise

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:40:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks increased by 99 billion cubic feet last week, above the expected build of about 95 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices were ... Read more

The Dow Closes Above 15,000! FDX, WFM, CMG, EOG, SLB, APA, RL, LQDT, KORS, URBN, VCLK, APC, GS, C

Sun, 12 May 2013 13:49:38 -0400

The markets pushed higher today, sending SPX to a new all-time high, 1525.96, and the Dow to 15056.2 for the close. Nasdaq also gained +3.66 points. Energy stocks were strong today. EOG reported a strong quarter last night, beating the estimates. Its shares rallied almost +10% today. APA and SLB also went slightly up. Retail [...]

UPDATE: Jefferies Raises PT on EOG Resources Following Eagle Ford Growth

Thu, 09 May 2013 12:03:35 -0400

In a report published Thursday, Jefferies analyst Biju Z. Perincheril reiterated a Buy rating on EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG), and raised the price target from $155.00 to $160.00.

In the report, Perincheril noted, “Driven by tremendous growth in the Eagle Ford, we forecast EOG is poised to generate free

Jefferies Raises Price Target on EOG Resources (EOG)

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:33:53 -0400

Jefferies reported on Thursday that it has raised its price target on natural gas producer, EOG Resources Inc (EOG). The firm has raised its price target on EOG from $155 to $160 due to the company’s wells in the Eagle Ford formation in Texas. This price target suggests a 15% upside from the stock’s current [...]

UPDATE: Bank of America Upgrades EOG Resources to Buy on Execution/Visibility

Thu, 09 May 2013 08:30:28 -0400

In a report published Thursday, Bank of America analyst Doug Leggate upgraded the rating on EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG) from Neutral to Buy, and raised the price target from $140.00 to $175.00.

In the report, Leggate noted, “For some time the shares have been trading within a wide band

Natural Gas Futures Weighed Down by Rise in Inventory

Thu, 09 May 2013 06:55:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks increased by 88 billion cubic feet last week, above the expected build of about 83 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices were ... Read more

Hot Option Plays: Tech Lags Into The Close After Hours

Tue, 07 May 2013 18:18:04 -0400

Cusick’s Corner 05-07-2013 After Hours The grind higher continues and market averages are again sporting gains heading into the final 90 minutes of trading Tuesday. The economic calendar remains light until jobless claims Thursday morning. On the earnings front, DirectTV (NASDAQ:DTV), Fossil (NASDAQ:FOSL), and EOG Resources (NYSE:EOG) are among a handful of names trading higher [...]

Market Wrap-Up for May 7 (MELI, VNO, ANF, EOG, TIF, more)

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:29:47 -0400

As the bulls continue to try and maintain the Dow 15K levels (not that it matters all that much — see below), earnings and analyst calls continue to account for much of the stock price action we are seeing. On the earnings side, investors were buying up the results from the likes of MercadoLibre (MELI) [...]

Hot Option Plays: Offense Still In Control Midday

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:17:59 -0400

Cusick’s Corner 05-07-2013 The market has clearly rotated into offensive underlyings and out of defensive. Leadership has moved away from higher yielding defensive sectors, XLP/XLV/XLU, to sectors that perform better in stronger economic environments, XLE/XLF/XLI/XLB/XLI/XLK. The Energies, XLE, and Materials, XLB, are now challenging highs and are really taking on a strong leadership role in [...]

Energy stocks up, EOG leads after earnings

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:12:47 -0400

Energy stocks gain, with EOG Resources ahead of the pack after reporting first-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street expectations.

EOG Resources Reports Higher Earnings; Beats Estimates; Shares Rise (EOG)

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:54:19 -0400

Shares of natural gas producer, EOG Resources Inc (EOG) are risin on higher earnings and better than expected first quarter results on Tuesday. The Houston, TX based company reported first quarter earnings of $494.73 million, or $1.82 per share, up 35% from $324.01 million, or $1.20 per share last year. Excluding special items, earnings were [...]

Benzinga's Top Upgrades

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:01:52 -0400

Analysts at Bank of America upgraded Noah Holdings (NYSE: NOAH) from “underperform” to “buy.” The target price for Noah Holdings has been raised from $7.66 to $8.70. Noah Holdings' stock closed at $7.90 yesterday.

Analysts at Stifel Nicolaus upgraded EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG) from “hold” to “buy.”

Goldman Sachs’ Equity Strategist Names 40 Most Undervalued Stocks

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:21:56 -0400

Goldman Sachs’ chief US equity strategist David Kostin doesn’t see much upside to the S&P 500 through the end of this year. But he expects plenty of individual stocks to outperform. In Kostin’s most recent US Monthly Chartbook, provides an updated list of stocks with the most upside potential. While Oil and gas firms, including drillers and refiners, dominate the ...

US Stock Futures Slightly Higher, Gold Gains

Mon, 06 May 2013 06:20:20 -0400

US stock futures are slightly higher this morning, as investors are awaiting nonfarm payrolls. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 11 points to 14,909.00 and S&P 500 index futures rose 0.50 points to 1,609.00. Nasdaq 100 futures gained 4.25 points to 2,939.25.

US stocks closed higher on Friday, with

Earnings Scheduled For May 6, 2013

Mon, 06 May 2013 04:26:27 -0400

Sysco (NYSE: SYY) is projected to report its Q3 earnings at $0.43 per share on revenue of $11.10 billion.

Bridgepoint Education (NYSE: BPI) is expected to report its Q1 earnings at $0.41 per share on revenue of $217.40 million.

Tesco (NASDAQ: TESO) is projected to report

Earnings Preview: Big Week Coming for Independent Oil and Gas

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:20:00 -0400

EOG Resources, Anadarko Petroleum, Marathon Oil, and Apache all report earnings next week.

Earnings Preview: Big Week For Independent Oil And Gas (EOG, APC, MRO, APA)

Thu, 02 May 2013 09:00:33 -0400

This week saw a flurry of economic and earnings reports, with several well-known commodity firms posting both hits and misses. Newmont Mining Corp (NEM) revenue and earnings came in below expectations, while Suncor Energy (SU) beat forecasts. Independent oil and gas firm Devon Energy Corp. (DVN) beat EPS estimates by $0.10, though the company reported a loss in the first quarter of $1.3 billion [for more commodity news and analysis subscribe to our free newsletter]. See the full story here →

Natural Gas Inventory Build Tamps Down Price

Thu, 02 May 2013 06:45:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported that the U.S. natural gas stocks increased by 43 billion cubic feet last week, substantially above the expected range for a build of about 28 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. ... Read more

ETFs Are The Safe Way to Occidental Exposure

Wed, 01 May 2013 15:19:13 -0400

Apparently inspired by last week's NFL draft, CNBC brought in some experts last Friday to conduct a stock draft. One of the "drafted" stocks was Occidental Petroleum (NYSE: OXY), the fourth-largest U.S. oil company.

The experts did touch on some of the important issues pertaining to California-based Occidental.

Market Forecast + Sector Watch: SPX, Nasdaq, GLD, XME, XLE, BTK, AMGN, BIIB, GILD, REGN, GILD, RIG, SLB, APC, OXY, EOG, CLF, WLT

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:26:47 -0400

Last weekend, in my Market Forecat, I said, "This market will need some strong earnings report to bounce back up. SPX 1570 could now become a resistance. The market will need to clear above 1580 to resume its bullish trend. On the downside, if 1540 does not hold, the next support is at 1520. Techs [...]

Stock Market News for April 22, 2013 – Market News

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:36:01 -0400

Better-than-expected results from major companies improved investor sentiment, helping the benchmarks finish in the green

Cool Weather Slims Natural Gas Inventory

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:55:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks increased by 31 billion cubic feet last week, slightly less than a build of between 33 and 37 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures ... Read more

Four industrial stocks we like: Cat, Deere, Toll Brothers and DR Horton

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:47:16 -0400

With the US and China growing, industrial stocks look alluring.

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Four industrial plays we like: Cat, Deere, Toll Brothers and DR Horton

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:47:16 -0400

With the US and China growing, industrial stocks look alluring.

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These Are the 100 Highest-Paid CEOs in Business Today

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:30:51 -0400

The New York Times has published a list of the 100 highest-paid CEOS at U.S. public companies in 2012. Oracle (NASDAQ: ORCL) chief executive Larry Ellison is far and away the highest paid CEO on the list, as his $96.2 million in 2012 compensation dwarfs every other member

The top prospects in global energy stocks

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:53:32 -0400

Barclays takes a global look at where equities investors might find a good home for their money -- and which areas to avoid.

A Good Day As Consolidation Continues: SPX, Nasdaq, NFLX, AAPL, AMZN, APC, EOG, V, MA, BA, MON, DD, GS, WFC, JPM, BAC

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:44 -0400

Things have been very volatile, as consolidation continues. While there are news coming from Cyprus, but, the range-bound, up-one-day-down-the-next type of trading may not necessarily due to what’s going on in Europe. It may just be more that the markets need to have some time to consolidate. This morning, factory and housing data showed more [...]

Moving Averages Indicate These Sector ETFs Could be Stretched

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:33:37 -0400

In a previous examination of some ETFs and their relationship to simple moving averages, we looked at a group of funds that were either below or vulnerable to giving up their 50-day moving averages.

This time around, the ETFs under the spotlight will be sector funds populated by a fair

99 Problems, But an ETF Isn't One

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:36:42 -0400

With all due credit to Beyonce's husband Jay Z, the ETF Professor is unveiling a new weekly feature where the ongoing battle between mutual funds and ETFs will be examined on a deeper level.

The objective is to compare a mutual fund with a suitable ETF alternative. Admittedly, the idea is

Four energy plays we like: EOG, Whiting, Oasis and Continental

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 07:47:20 -0400

America's revitalized energy sector is reshaping the U.S. economy.

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Four energy plays we like: EOG, Whiting, Oasis and Continental

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 07:47:20 -0400

America's revitalized energy sector is reshaping the U.S. economy.

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Natural Gas Prices Up as Storage Declines

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:45:00 -0400

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks declined by 145 billion cubic feet last week, slightly more than the decline of 134 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices ... Read more

EOG Resources Still Neutral – Analyst Blog

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:30:01 -0400

We reaffirmed our long-term Neutral recommendation on EOG Resources Inc. - a major independent oil and gas exploration and production company.

Market Forecast + Sector Watch: SPX, Nasdaq, XLF, XLE, XME, FDN, GOOG, PCLN, CRM, AMZN, EQIX, NFLX, CNX, WLT, CLF, STLD, EOG, VLO, TSO, APA, IOC, GS, C, MA, V, BLK

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:19:41 -0400

Last weekend, in my Market Forecast, I wrote: "For the new week, things might be on the weak side to start the week. Global economic concerns, in addition to the sequester budget cuts at home, may put the stocks on the defensive. SPX 1500 is the nearest support. We’ll have to see how things hold [...]

Natural Gas Prices Pop as Storage Drops

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:40:00 -0500

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks declined by 146 billion cubic feet last week, slightly more than the decline of 134 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices ... Read more

The Dow Sets New All-Time High! SPX, Nasdaq, GOOG, LNKD, AAPL, PCLN, AMZN, FAS, APC, IOC, EOG, CREE, VECO, SOHU, CYOU

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:50:17 -0500

After last week’s "flat" performance and Asian markets’ sharp decline on Sunday evening, US stocks started Monday on a down note. But, buyers came in right away. At the end of the day yesterday, buyers seemed to be rushing back in, pushing SPX to above 1525 for the close. With about 90 minutes left in [...]

S&P Bullish on 2 Energy ETFs

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:21:52 -0500

Broadly speaking, energy stocks and the corresponding ETFs have performed well through the first two months of 2013.

As just one example, the Energy Select Sector SPDR (NYSE: XLE), the largest energy ETF by assets, is up nine percent to start the year.

More upside for the sector could

Natural Gas Prices Unmoved on Inventory Report

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 05:40:00 -0500

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks declined by 171 billion cubic feet last week, slightly more than the decline of 167 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices ... Read more

Natural Gas Prices Rise Following Inventory Data

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:50:00 -0500

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks declined by 127 billion cubic feet last week, slightly higher than the decline of 122 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices ... Read more

Market Forecast + Sector Watch: SPX, Nasdaq, XLF, GLD, XLE, MOO, MA, V, AIG, GS, APA, APC, EOG, CF, AGU, HPQ, DELL, HLF, WMT

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:00:35 -0500

Last week, the market really didn’t go anywhere. It struggled to find a direction. Big movers were mostly from earnings and/or news, as I mentioned in the weekly wrap-up. On Wednesday, SPX pushed higher to test 1525, but, retreated immediately. On Friday, the market looked weak and showed signs of fatigue once again. Energy and [...]

UPDATE: Bank of America Reiterates Neutral Rating, Raises PT on EOG Resources on Adjusted EPS

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:04:37 -0500

In a report published Friday, Bank of America reiterated its Neutral rating on EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG), and raised its price target from $135.00 to $140.00.

Bank of America noted, “EOG delivered another solid quarter. It also delivered a stellar resource update with material additions in both the Eagleford

Company News for February 15, 2013 – Corporate Summary

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:36:01 -0500

Companies in the News are: EOG,PEP,ABB,APA,DTV,DISCA,ECA,TAP

UPDATE: Wunderlich Securities Reiterates Hold Rating, Raises PT on EOG Resources on New Wolfcamp Discovery

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 08:21:36 -0500

In a report published Friday, Wunderlich Securities reiterated its Hold rating on EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG), and raised its price target from $132.00 to $135.00.

Wunderlich Securities noted, “EOG Resources (EOG) ended 2012 with 1.8 billion boe of proved reserves with a liquid mix of 56%. While EOG incurred

EOG Shines on Oil – Analyst Blog

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:06:01 -0500

EOG Resources Inc. reported adjusted fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of $1.61 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.37 by 17.5% and were 40% higher than the year-ago adjusted earnings level of $1.15.

PXD Misses EPS, Revs Grow – Analyst Blog

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:34:01 -0500

Pioneer Natural Resources Company reported fourth quarter 2012 adjusted earnings of 83 cents per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 85 cents.

EOG among top energy gainers on earnings beat

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:14:55 -0500

Energy stocks were mixed Thursday, with EOG Resources Inc. among the top gainers of the day after it announced a dividend increase and beat analyst expectations. Apache Corp. among the decliners following disappointing fourth-quarter results.

Updates, advisories and surprises

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:01:09 -0500

A roundup of the latest corporate earnings reports and what companies are saying about future quarters.

Natural Gas Price Falls on Inventory Data

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 05:50:00 -0500

DailyFinance.com: The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) today reported the U.S. natural gas stocks declined by 157 billion cubic feet last week, less than the drop of 160 billion to 164 billion cubic feet anticipated by analysts. Natural gas futures prices ... Read more

UPDATE: EOG Resources Posts Upbeat Q4 Profit

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:06:14 -0500

EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG) reported a loss in the fourth quarter.

EOG Resources posted a quarterly loss of $505 million, or $1.88 per share, versus a year-ago profit of $120.7 million, or $0.45 per share. Excluding one-time items, EOG earned $1.61 per share, versus analysts' estimates of $1.35 per

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UPDATE: Jefferies Raises PT on EOG Resources Following Eagle Ford Growth

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Benzinga's Top Upgrades

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Market Forecast + Sector Watch: SPX, Nasdaq, XLF, XLE, XME, FDN, GOOG, PCLN, CRM, AMZN, EQIX, NFLX, CNX, WLT, CLF, STLD, EOG, VLO, TSO, APA, IOC, GS, C, MA, V, BLK

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The Dow Sets New All-Time High! SPX, Nasdaq, GOOG, LNKD, AAPL, PCLN, AMZN, FAS, APC, IOC, EOG, CREE, VECO, SOHU, CYOU

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Natural Gas Prices Unmoved on Inventory Report

Natural Gas Prices Rise Following Inventory Data

Market Forecast + Sector Watch: SPX, Nasdaq, XLF, GLD, XLE, MOO, MA, V, AIG, GS, APA, APC, EOG, CF, AGU, HPQ, DELL, HLF, WMT

UPDATE: Bank of America Reiterates Neutral Rating, Raises PT on EOG Resources on Adjusted EPS

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