Some of the hefty gainers will be losers in the second quarter. Sell these stocks now.
The bears have been prowling around the electronics and office products companies, while leaving some other retailers alone for a while.
EBay is upgraded to 'overweight,' and homebuilders are initiated at Sterne Agee.
The success of the program will lead to a wider roll-out across Latin America and could help retention and growth.
The company is focusing on stabilizing its core business and growing sales after dismal results in the last few quarters.
Cliffs Natural is downgraded to 'hold,' and Darden is initiated with an 'underperform.'
Stocks are mixed as investors remain on the sideline ahead of President Obama's State of the Union address.
Dell is going private. January retail sales will be announced. McGraw-Hill comes under fire from US DoJ. Avon and Goodyear report earnings.
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