The two companies were working together on DNA sequencing technology, but the pharmaceutical giant pulled out Tuesday.
Markets are headed for a down open on slower than expected growth in China.
Credit Suisse has identified companies that should benefit from shifts in the foreign exchange markets.
These stock picks are top-ranked according to a quantitative rating system.
Fiserv is downgraded to 'neutral,' and Agilent is initiated with an 'overweight.'
Canadian Pacific is upgraded to 'overweight ,' and Aflac is downgraded to 'sector perform.'
McDonald's is downgraded to 'neutral,' and Akamai is upgraded to 'buy.'
These stocks trade at low prices relative to their book values.
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