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Zacks #1 Stocks on the Move 06/19/2013

Company Name Symbol %Change
SONIC FOUNDR SOFO
4.40%
SUPPORT.COM SPRT
3.75%
UNISYS UIS
3.31%
SHORETEL INC SHOR
3.22%
GREEN MTN CO GMCR
3.13%
 

TODAY'S TOPICS

1. ZACKS RANK BUY STOCKS: Today we highlight four new stocks: New Oriental Education (EDU), Ctrip.com (CTRP), Coca-Cola FEMSA (KOF) and Nam Tai Electronics (NTE). Get these stories below.

2. BEST OF EQUITY RESEARCH: The telecom industry is still growing at a rapid pace in the Asia/Pacific region. Read the Analyst Interview and get our Bull and Bear Stocks of the Day.

3. STRATEGIES & IDEAS: Kevin Matras talks about diversification and the importance of an equally dollar weighted portfolio.

4. ZACKS $100,000 Challenge: Simulator player "TheUncle" looks for stocks with a high return on equity, consistent earnings growth and a low forward price-to-earnings ratio.

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Wednesday - December 12, 2007

Dear Subscriber,

As I predicted last Friday, the Fed voted yesterday to cut the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%. Although the initial reaction was not positive, I think there are several benefits going forward:

  • The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) dropped the language that described upside risks to inflation and downside risks to growth as being equally balanced.
     
  • The FOMC acknowledged that it needs to be more proactive, saying, "Recent developments, including the deterioration in financial market conditions, have increased the uncertainty surrounding the outlook for economic growth and inflation."
     
  • Not only was there a dissenting vote, Boston Fed President Eric Rosengren, but the dissension was for a larger rate cut. We have not seen this in quite some time. (In October, Kansas City Fed President Thomas Hoenig voted against any rate cut).
The softer language in yesterday's statement all but ensures additional rate cuts. The Fed realizes that it has a problem on its hands and needs to act accordingly. It is also very possible that we could see further action involving the discount window and overnight lending - actions that could provide much needed confidence to lenders.

Wishing you prosperity,

Charles Rotblut, CFA
Senior Market Analyst & Editor,
Profit From the Pros

1. ZACKS RANK BUY STOCKS

Zacks #1 Rank stocks average a 32% annual return. Every day on Zacks.com we highlight four new Zacks Rank Buy stocks based on the four main schools of investing: Aggressive Growth, Momentum, Growth & Income and Value.

 
Aggressive Growth - New Oriental Education & Technology Group (EDU)

New Oriental Education & Technology Group, Inc. (EDU) is being buoyed by surging enrollments. Earnings and revenue growth have been terrific to say the least. Read the full analysis on EDU now!

 
Growth & Income - Ctrip.com International Ltd. (CTRP)

Ctrip.com International Ltd. (CTRP) offers exposure to China's burgeoning economy. The company announced third-quarter earnings of 21 cents per share, surpassing the consensus estimate by 31%. Read the full analysis on CTRP now!

 
Momentum - Coca-Cola FEMSA (KOF)

Coca-Cola FEMSA (KOF) gained almost 10% in value within the last month. The company reported a strong quarter in late October with earnings easily beating analyst expectations. Read the full analysis on KOF now!

 
Value - Nam Tai Electronics (NTE)

Nam Tai Electronics (NTE) is trading at about 10x next year's earnings estimates of $1.11 per share. This would represent 17.7% growth over this year. Read the full analysis on NTE now!

 

 
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2. BEST OF EQUITY RESEARCH

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The Zacks Equity Research team of 50 analysts generates a mountain of timely research every day that is geared towards long term stock investing. Here we turn the spotlight on some of their hottest insights.

 
ZACKS ANALYST INTERVIEW

PHI Among Pacific Rim Buys

The telecom industry is still growing at a rapid pace in the Asia/Pacific region. More...

 
ANALYST BLOG

Stocks featured recently include Vodafone Group (VOD), Equifax (EFX), Snap-on (SNA) and American Capital Strategies (ACAS). To see the latest analyst posts,  click here.

 
BULL OF THE DAY

Abbott Labs (ABT) - Pipeline to Pay Off. For the full Zacks research report, click here.

 
BEAR OF THE DAY

Avici Systems (AVCI) - Growth Too Slow. For the full Zacks research report, click here.

 
EARNINGS TRENDS w/ Dirk Van Dijk

Financials Fall

Analysts are relentlessly cutting their estimates for the financial sector. More...

 
EARNINGS PREVIEW with Charles Rotblut

The Week of Dec 10 - Dec 14

Five S&P 500 members are scheduled to report: COST, HRB, KR, LEH and PLL. More...

 
ZACKS INDUSTRY RANK with Charles Rotblut

Bullish Revisions on Two Tech Companies

Good earnings led to higher estimates on SIGM and TECD. Also, read about video game companies ATVI and NTDOY. More...

 

 
OTHER ZACKS EQUITY RESEARCH RESOURCES

  • Zacks Equity Research Home Page: Go there now.
     
  • All Rating Upgrades Learn more...
     
  • Powerhouse Energy Stocks: Five Ways to Fuel Big Profits as Oil Prices Soar pinpoints those stocks set to skyrocket. Learn more...
     
  • Zacks Elite narrows down Zacks Equity Research recommendations into three focused portfolios. Learn more...
     

3. STRATEGIES & IDEAS

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Here you will find fresh articles loaded with profitable investment strategies and ideas to help you beat the market. Today we highlight...

 
SCREEN OF THE WEEK

Diversification and Portfolio Weighting

Kevin Matras talks about diversification and the importance of an equally dollar weighted portfolio. Stocks featured include CASY, CY and LEA. More...

 
ZACKS WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Protecting Your Assets from Creditors

The more accessible the asset is, the greater the risk that a creditor will have claim on it. More...

 
PROFIT TRACKS: RECENT PRICE STRENGTH

Find stocks trading in the upper ranges of their 52-week highs through this screening method. Four stocks that pass this screen's test include TX, HSR, MTD and CLR. More...

 
INVESTMENT IDEAS

Get Back on the Train

This screen identifies companies that have rebounded nicely from the recent sell-off. Stocks highlighted include DECK, PCLN, TRA and SIGM. More...

 
TIMELY BUY of the WEEK

Synaptics Inc. (SYNA)

This company's stock price has had a great year and looks well positioned to continue higher. More...

 
FREE REPORT: Top 10 Stock Picking Strategies

Most of the strategies highlighted in the articles above were created using the Zacks Research Wizard screening and backtesting software. Learn more about this powerful tool and get your free copy of our special report "Top 10 Stock Screening Strategies". More...


4. ZACKS EXTRA

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Top Zacks Challenge Player Interview: TheUncle

"TheUncle" looks for stocks with a high return on equity, consistent earnings growth and a low forward price-to-earnings ratio.

Read the full article.

 
BEST OF ZACKS CHALLENGE BLOG

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OPTIONS AND TREND TRADING - ORACLE CORPORATION (ORCL)
The December $22.50 call options had an unusually high volume... This is an unusually bullish move considering these options will be expiring on Dec 15... I believe this creates a unique opportunity.

Read More or Comment on this post.

 
MackTheKnife

INTRODUCING ERIC S. ROSENGREN, MY FAVORITE FOMC MEMBER
Based on both his speech and his dissenting vote on the fed- funds rate target, Rosengren in now my favorite FOMC member. Of course, his current tour of duty on the body will draw to a close with the end of the year. Alas, Mr. Rosengren, we barely knew ye.

Read More or Comment on this post.

 
OPTIONS

McDonald's (MCD)

The put/call open interest ratio filter takes a look at this fast-food giant. More...

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