Author: John Bellich

John Bellich is a managing director and senior research analyst at Tech Insider, specializing in networking technologies, including application traffic management, networking equipment, 3D printing and video conferencing sectors. Prior to joining TI in 2005, John spent seven years in equity research at ThinkEquity Partners and RBC Capital Markets.
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Diversified Tech, Internet, Mobile

Diversified Communication: BlackBerry Ltd (NASDAQ:BBRY), Glowpoint (NYSEMKT:GLOW), GTT Communications (NYSEMKT:GTT), B Communications (NASDAQ:BCOM)

BlackBerry Ltd (NASDAQ:BBRY) is planning to launch its recently unveiled low-cost smartphone, the Z3, in Indonesia first, which is  a promising market. BlackBerry Ltd (NASDAQ:BBRY) stock performance was -4.67% in last session and finished the day at $10.00. Traded volume was 6,025.00 shares in the last session and the average volume of the stock remained 29.26 million shares. The beta of the stock remained 1.70. … Continue reading Diversified Communication: BlackBerry Ltd (NASDAQ:BBRY), Glowpoint (NYSEMKT:GLOW), GTT Communications (NYSEMKT:GTT), B Communications (NASDAQ:BCOM)

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BioTech

Biotech Bearish Stocks: Questcor Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:QCOR), ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ACAD), Idera Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:IDRA), Celldex Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CLDX)

Citron exposes explosive findings behind the true components of Questcor Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:QCOR) flagship drug HP Acthar Gel. Questcor Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:QCOR) stock performance was -9.96% in last session and finished the day at $60.75. Traded volume was 0.00 shares in the last session and the average volume of the stock remained 2.86 million shares. The beta of the stock remained 0.95. Questcor Pharmaceuticals Inc. … Continue reading Biotech Bearish Stocks: Questcor Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:QCOR), ACADIA Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:ACAD), Idera Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:IDRA), Celldex Therapeutics (NASDAQ:CLDX)

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Consumer Goods, Diversified Tech, Finance

Kimberly-Clark Withstands Pressure, Posts Adequate Earnings Results in Quarter

With a portfolio of leading brands and an expansive global distribution network, Kimberly-Clark continues to withstand the challenges resulting from intense competitive activity and lackluster macro conditions. Management raised the lower end of its full-year adjusted earnings per share expectations to $5.65-$5.75 (from $5.60 and compared with our forecast of $5.71), partly reflecting a lower tax rate and share count. Our $93 fair value estimate … Continue reading Kimberly-Clark Withstands Pressure, Posts Adequate Earnings Results in Quarter

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Diversified Tech, Finance

Amphenol Delivers Strong Q2 Results

Amphenol delivered solid results that were within our range of expectations.  Sales grew to $1.15 billion in the third quarter, a 5% increase year over year. Revenue rose across the board relative to the year-ago quarter through a combination of organic and inorganic growth. On the operating front, gross margins expanded by 40 basis points, to 31.6%, from the year-ago quarter, and operating margins came in … Continue reading Amphenol Delivers Strong Q2 Results

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Analysis, Diversified Tech, Finance, Financial

Linear Provides Disappointing Guidance Despite Solid Results

Linear Technology reported decent fiscal first-quarter earnings but gave investors a disappointing forecast for the December quarter, as a seasonal dip in chip demand and the mere threat of a looming U.S. debt ceiling crisis may weigh on upcoming chip orders. We will maintain our fair value estimate and wide moat rating for the firm. Linear’s analog chip sales were $340 million for the September … Continue reading Linear Provides Disappointing Guidance Despite Solid Results

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Commodities, Diversified Tech, Finance

Noble Posts Adequate Quarterly Results

Noble reported solid third-quarter results. Total revenue increased slightly to $1.08 billion from $1.02 billion in the prior quarter, thanks mainly to the commencement of operations for two new ultra-deep-water rigs. The company also benefited from lower operational downtime, which fell to 4.6% from 5.2% in the prior quarter, essentially flat operating costs, and fewer shipyard days. Accordingly, Noble’s contract drilling margin improved to 53.1% … Continue reading Noble Posts Adequate Quarterly Results

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