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.
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Stocks to Watch : The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS), Newmont Mining Corporation (NYSE:NEM), Global Payments (NYSE:GPN), Pure Cycle Corporation (NASDAQ:PCYO), National Bank (NYSE:NBG)

The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS) fell the most in almost a year after posting August same-store sales that trailed analysts’ estimates as demand dropped at its namesake clothing chain. The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS) belongs to Services sector. Its net profit margin is 7.60% and weekly performance is -3.63%. On last trading day company shares ended up $44.65. The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS) distance from 50-day simple moving average … Continue reading Stocks to Watch : The Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS), Newmont Mining Corporation (NYSE:NEM), Global Payments (NYSE:GPN), Pure Cycle Corporation (NASDAQ:PCYO), National Bank (NYSE:NBG)

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Active Stocks : Care.com (NYSE:CRCM), Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS), JB Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ:JBHT), HCC Insurance Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HCC), OPOWER (NYSE:OPWR)

On August 6, 2014, the Board of Directors of Care.com, Inc. (NYSE:CRCM) elected Laura Lang to the Board. Ms. Lang has been designated as a Class III director and will serve until the Company’s 2016 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, or until her successor has been duly elected and qualified. Ms. Lang has not been, and as of the date of filing of this Current Report … Continue reading Active Stocks : Care.com (NYSE:CRCM), Exact Sciences Corporation (NASDAQ:EXAS), JB Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ:JBHT), HCC Insurance Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HCC), OPOWER (NYSE:OPWR)

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Momentum Stocks : TASER International (NASDAQ:TASR), Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT), Autodesk (NASDAQ:ADSK), CIS Acquisition Ltd. (NASDAQ:CISAA), United Stationers Inc. (NASDAQ:USTR)

Taser International Inc. (NASDAQ:TASR) is sharply higher today, continuing its recent momentum. While many are quick to point out the company’s press release this morning about new TASER upgrade orders from the Cleveland Police department and others, what may be really driving the action is anticipation it will secure the NYPD on-officer camera pilot program order – which will be announced later this week. TASER … Continue reading Momentum Stocks : TASER International (NASDAQ:TASR), Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT), Autodesk (NASDAQ:ADSK), CIS Acquisition Ltd. (NASDAQ:CISAA), United Stationers Inc. (NASDAQ:USTR)

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News Buzz : Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS), Gerdau (NYSE:GGB), Tenaris (NYSE:TS), Hansen Medical (NASDAQ:HNSN), Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ:NDSN)

Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS) CEO David J. Aldrich sold 21,800 shares of Skyworks Solutions stock on the open market in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $56.57, for a total value of $1,233,226.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 187,742 shares in the company, valued at approximately $10,620,565. Skyworks Solutions … Continue reading News Buzz : Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS), Gerdau (NYSE:GGB), Tenaris (NYSE:TS), Hansen Medical (NASDAQ:HNSN), Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ:NDSN)

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Best Stocks : Centene (NYSE:CNC), Biogen Idec Inc. (NASDAQ:BIIB), RPX (NASDAQ:RPXC), Black Hills Corporation (NYSE:BKH), Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. (NYSE:AHH)

Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon says that Centene Corporation (NYSE:CNC)’s plans to build a new claims processing center in Ferguson doesn’t just create jobs. It’s also about sending a message. “We’re very heartened by their willingness to make an investment,” Nixon said Tuesday. “It now sends a signal, not only in St. Louis but around the world that North County is open for business.” Nixon offered … Continue reading Best Stocks : Centene (NYSE:CNC), Biogen Idec Inc. (NASDAQ:BIIB), RPX (NASDAQ:RPXC), Black Hills Corporation (NYSE:BKH), Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. (NYSE:AHH)

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Stock Highlights: CGI Group (NYSE:GIB), TASER International (NASDAQ:TASR), CONSOL Energy (NYSE:CNX), L Brands, Inc. (NYSE:LB), Valmont Industries, Inc. (NYSE:VMI)

CGI Group, Inc. (NYSE:GIB) today announced that it is joining forces with insurance expert Aon to provide cyber insurance risk assessment services across Finland. CGI Group, Inc. (NYSE:GIB) belongs to Technology sector. Its net profit margin is 7.50% and weekly performance is 2.26%. On last trading day company shares ended up $36.61. CGI Group, Inc. (NYSE:GIB) distance from 50-day simple moving average (SMA50) is 4.26%. … Continue reading Stock Highlights: CGI Group (NYSE:GIB), TASER International (NASDAQ:TASR), CONSOL Energy (NYSE:CNX), L Brands, Inc. (NYSE:LB), Valmont Industries, Inc. (NYSE:VMI)

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