Archive for March, 2009:

Apollo’s Quarter Did Not Make the Grade

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Ockham Research Staff }
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“Well, Apollo reports after the bell, and of course this stock has been absolutely on fire. We see it is hitting on all cylinders, I think there’s a good chance here that this stock could probably get right back up ...Read More »

Two Ways: The Bull’s Eye on Alcoa’s Back

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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Alcoa (AA) stock jumped in today’s session recovering much of yesterday’s 14% loss. The reason for the change in sentiment? According to Reuters the stock was upgraded by analysts at Deutsche Bank and there's speculation the company is ripe ...Read More »

MV Weather Report: First Quarter in Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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The story of the day was Meredith Whitney who said she wouldn't want to short the banks into earnings season. Ms. Whitney has been dead right on the banks and readers would be wise to pay attention to her ...Read More »

Randoms: One Down, Three to Go

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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Editor's Note: The following was posted in real time on our premium Buzz & Banter (click for a free trial). It's being shared here for the benefit of the Minyanville community. See also Looming Shoes or Hiking Boots? and The ...Read More »

Agriculture Looking Fertile for Second Quarter

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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Well 2009's first quarter certainly hasn't turned out like we would have liked it to for the equity markets. The market started straight down out of the gate and not until March and new lows on most of the ...Read More »

A Reasonable Engagement

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Trent }
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This is the second entry in a five part series this week on the stages of a relationship and how you can make financially sound choices throughout. Other entries include courtships, weddings, honeymoons, and marriages. At some point in a relationship, ...Read More »

Lennar: Home Builders Still Risky

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Ockham Research Staff }
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“Let’s look at the home builders I was optimistic on Monday when kb homes had their numbers out, but Lennar had their quarterly report and it was disappointing. Net orders around 27%. That was a little disappointing.” Power Lunch 3/31/2009 Shares ...Read More »

SEC Charges Seattle-Area Firm in Multi-Million Dollar Scam Targeting Religious Community and Charitable Investors

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by SEC.gov Updates: Press Releases }
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The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged John H. Min of Tacoma, Wash., and his company Dime Financial Group LLC for raising more than $6 million in a fraudulent investment scheme that targeted churches, church members and senior citizens. The ...Read More »

USPS Survives Rain, Snow, Sleet – But Not Recession?

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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If I decide to trek to my local post office in New York which is located nearly 20 minutes away I feel compelled to bring along a survival kit and K-rations. Beforehand I clear my schedule for the whole ...Read More »

Vampires

{ Posted on Mar 31 2009 by Minyanville }
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Some smart bank analysts are recommending that one not be short banks into earnings period. They know what's going on. They're right about large banks and dealers being fed money under the table by the government though they may ...Read More »
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