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Zacks #1 Stocks on the Move 05/21/2013

Company Name Symbol %Change
SCIENTIFIC L SCIL
8.00%
NATUS MEDICA BABY
6.11%
SUMMER INFAN SUMR
6.02%
RADIANT LOGI RLGT
5.32%
NEW ORIENTAL EDU
4.51%
 

TODAY'S TOPICS

1. ZACKS RANK BUY STOCKS: Today we highlight four new stocks: Iomega (IOM), Tupperware (TUP), Mosaic (MOS) and Gerdau Ameristeel (GNA). Get these stories below.

2. BEST OF EQUITY RESEARCH: While overall total net income declined in the fourth quarter, profits rose almost 15% if financials are excluded. Read the Earnings Trends and get our Bull and Bear Stocks of the Day.

3. STRATEGIES & IDEAS: The decision to fund retirement vehicles on a pre- or post-tax basis depends on your situation. Don't miss the Financial Matters article.

4. ZACKS EXTRA: The price-to-cash flow ratio can help alleviate some of investors' concerns regarding the manipulation of numbers. Learn more and get our free investing guides.

Read current and past issues of this newsletter.

 

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Tuesday - March 4, 2008

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 - Iomega Corporation (IOM)

Iomega (IOM) has experienced rising earnings estimates. This year's analyst expectations rose four cents to 21 cents per share over the past month. Read the full analysis on IOM now!

 
Growth & Income - Tupperware Brands Corporation (TUP)

Tupperware (TUP) recently posted solid results, including higher sales and growth in all five segments. TUP's ROE of 31% tops the industry average of 28%. Read the full analysis on TUP now!

 
Momentum - The Mosaic Company (MOS)

Mosaic (MOS) reported on Jan 9 that earnings jumped 493% in its most recent quarterly report. Projections continue to be upgraded by both the company and analysts. Read the full analysis on MOS now!

 
Value - Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation (GNA)

Gerdau Ameristeel (GNA) has surprised on earnings for three quarters in a row by an average of 7.27%. It also just announced a 25-cent special dividend. Read the full analysis on GNA 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.

 
EARNINGS TRENDS with Dirk Van Dijk

Except for Financials, Q4 Earnings Were Strong

While overall total net income declined, profits rose almost 15% if Financials are excluded. More...

 
ANALYST BLOG

Stocks featured recently include Cooper Tire & Rubber (CTB), Sprint Nextel (S), Supertex (SUPX) and Deckers Outdoor (DECK). To see the latest analyst posts,  click here.

 
BULL OF THE DAY

Rockwell Automation (ROK) - Healthy Outlook. For the full Zacks research report, click here.

 
BEAR OF THE DAY

Avici Systems (AVCI) - Not Out of the Woods. For the full Zacks research report, click here.

 
ZACKS ANALYST INTERVIEW

Sell-Off in Alt-Energy an Opportunity

The investment outlook for the alternative energy industry in general is bullish, in our view, with significant growth potential over the next 5-10 years. More...

 
EARNINGS PREVIEW with Charles Rotblut

The Week of Mar 3 - Mar 7

Fourth-quarter earnings season wraps up this week with reports from AES, BIG, CIEN, COST, DDS, HRB, NSM and SPLS. More...

 
ZACKS INDUSTRY RANK with Charles Rotblut

Finding Strength in Equipment Makers and PBMs

BUCY and TEX are two Machinery-Construction/Mining companies with positive earnings momentum. MHS is achieving record revenues from its domestic business. More...

 

 
OTHER ZACKS EQUITY RESEARCH RESOURCES

  • Zacks Equity Research Home Page: Go there now.
     
  • All Rating Upgrades Learn more...
     
  • Zacks Elite narrows down Zacks Equity Research recommendations into three focused portfolios. Learn more...
     
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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...

 
ZACKS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

Diversifying Your Tax Risk

The decision to fund retirement vehicles on a pre- or post-tax basis depends on your situation. More...

 
INVESTMENT IDEAS

A Nation of Jailbirds

The terms "breakout" and "correction" have a whole new meaning in this context. Read about CXW, CRN and BCO. More...

 
TIMELY BUY of the WEEK

Bally Technologies, Inc. (BYI)

This company went from cast-iron slot machines in the 30s to record quarterly earnings with technology-driven slots and gaming systems in the new century. More...

 
SCREEN OF THE WEEK

Great New Screen

This screen blew the market away last year and is set to do so again in 2008. Stocks highlighted include AFSI, NITE and OIS. More...

 
PROFIT TRACKS: DISCOUNTED FUNDAMENTAL STRENGTH

This strategy identifies stocks with strong underlying fundamentals and low valuations. Four stocks that pass this screen's test include CMI, MAN, HUM and PVH. 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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EDUCATION

Value: Defining the Price-To-Cash Flow Ratio

Aggressive Growth: Strong Growth Rates & Upward Stocks Prices

Growth & Income: Consider Your Dividend Payout Ratio

Momentum: MACD and Momentum

Education Home: Click Here

 

 
THE WAY I SEE IT (AUDIO)

Steve Reitmeister, Editor-At-Large for Zacks.com, explains why investors seldom know when to sell stocks. He also discusses the "Constant State of Breakeven". Listen to his audio here.

For more Zacks audio, click here.

 

 
OPTIONS

Cree (CREE)

This semiconductor manufacturer seems to be a contrarian bullish play, given its soaring price action despite pessimistic sentiment on the Street. Read the entire commentary.

To visit the Options homepage: click here.

 


 
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Charles Rotblut, CFA
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