Author: Mark Doerr

Mark Doerr is a principal and senior research analyst at Tech Insider covering medical technology companies with a focus on cardiovascular and related therapeutic technology. Mark leverages his prior experience as the director of marketing and business development at a medical device company, along with an extensive network of physician and industry relationships, to provide a unique perspective on the medtech sector. Prior to joining Tech Insider in 2011 he covered medical technology for four years at Craig-Hallum Capital, and has in total 20 years of financial and medtech industry experience.
Analysis, Analyst Actions

Notable Analyst Updates – Spectranetics, HSBC, Verizon, New Home Company, Real Page

Sprectranetics (NASDAQ:SPNC) rose 10% and touched a 52-week high after the company said late Monday its trial using laser atherectomy to treat patients suffering from peripheral artery disease (PAD) had achieved statistical endpoints. Separately, Stifel Nicolas repeated its Buy recommendation on the stock and raised its price target to $30 from $24. Spectranetics, a maker of cardiovascular devices, said Monday it expects to submit a … Continue reading Notable Analyst Updates – Spectranetics, HSBC, Verizon, New Home Company, Real Page

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Services Sector

Restaurant Stocks in the News – BAGL, BBRG

Bravo Brio Restaurant (NASDAQ:BBRG) delivered 4Q13 operating earnings of $0.30 per share. Results were driven by same-store sales of (1.3%) at Bravo and (1.5%) at Brio. Total revenues decreased approximately (5.2%) y/y to $106.1 million, based partially on same-store sales of (1.3%) at Bravo and (1.5%) at Brio. The company opened 4 new Brio during the quarter. Brio and Bravo same-store sales reflect approximately 3.0% … Continue reading Restaurant Stocks in the News – BAGL, BBRG

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Analysis

NAB Posts Another Strong Quarter

National Australia Bank delivered another solid performance for first-quarter fiscal 2014 with a 7% increase in unaudited cash profit to AUD 1.55 billion, modestly below consensus of AUD 1.58 billion. Earnings for the major bank again benefited from a sharp fall in bad debts, down 23% to AUD 324 million for the quarter. Moderate loan growth and lower net interest margins restricted income growth to … Continue reading NAB Posts Another Strong Quarter

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Diversified Tech, Tech IPO

Blount Conference Call Clarifies a Few Issues; 2014 Now Looks Like a Transition Year

On Monday, February 10, Blount issued a broad press release lowering its 2013 guidance and offering 2014 guidance that was below the Street expectations. Management held a conference call Tuesday afternoon to explain the results and outlook. Other corporate information was offered as well, including new 2018 targets and an update on the company’s long-term supply agreement with Husqvarna (extended from 2015 to 2017). Blount … Continue reading Blount Conference Call Clarifies a Few Issues; 2014 Now Looks Like a Transition Year

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BioTech, Diversified Tech

WEX Posts Another Strong Quarter With Upside

WEX reported solid fourth-quarter results. Revenue grew 15% year-over-year and 8% from the prior quarter, to $182 million, and was above our estimate of $178 million and consensus of $177 million. Fourth-quarter adjusted EPS, excluding stock comp expense, were $1.17, above our $1.11 estimate. Including stock comp, adjusted EPS were $1.13, versus our $1.07 estimate, exceeding the top end of management guidance by $0.01. The … Continue reading WEX Posts Another Strong Quarter With Upside

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Diversified Tech, Software

NetSuite Reports Another Solid Quarter

NetSuite reported another solid quarter last night, delivering total revenue, subscription revenue and billings above our (and the Street’s) expectations. Consistent with prior periods, Q3 was driven by increasing average deal sizes from the company’s move up market, good retention in the installed base and an increasingly effective channel partner network. Management maintained its customary upbeat tone on the call, highlighting the good performance and … Continue reading NetSuite Reports Another Solid Quarter

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