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Here are 7 stocks for traders for Thursday from TradingMarkets.com:
JDS Uniphase (NasdaqGS:JDSU - News) beat earnings estimates on Wednesday afternoon, announcing $0.08 EPS over an expected $0.06 EPS. JDSU's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Advance Auto (NYSE:AAP - News) beat earnings with $0.61 EPS over a consensus of $0.58 EPS. AAP's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Agilysys (NasdaqGS:AGYS - News) reports earnings on Thursday morning before the bell, with analysts looking for $0.10 EPS. AGYS's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Dominion (NYSE:D - News) should announce $1.74 EPS on Thursday before the market opens. D's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Analysts are watching for Dril-Quip RQ to report $0.62 EPS on Thursday morning before the bell. DRQ's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
When Eastman-Kodak (NYSE:EK - News) announces quarterly results tomorrow morning, analysts will be watching for $0.24 EPS. EK's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM - News) looks set to report $1.74 EPS tomorrow morning. XOM's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
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Labels: AAP, AGYS, D, EK, Hot Stocks, JDSU, XOM

Here are 7 options to watch for today.
Most Under-Priced Calls: These are the most under priced calls of all stocks in our database. This stock comes from today's list and is among the most under-priced individual calls.
Garmin Dec 70 Calls (NasdaqGS:GRMN - News). GRMN's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Most Under-Priced Puts: These are the most under priced puts of all stocks in our database. This stock comes from today's list and is among the most under-priced individual puts.
Beckman Coulter Dec 65 Puts (NYSE:BEC - News). BEC's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
Most Overpriced Calls: These are the most overpriced calls of all stocks in our database. This stock comes from today's list and is among the most overpriced individual calls.
Crocs Nov 85 Calls (NYSE:CROX - News). CROX's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Most Overpriced Puts: These are the most overpriced puts of all stocks in our database. This stock comes from today's list and is among the most overpriced individual puts.
Google Nov 600 Puts (NasdaqGS:GOOG - News). GOOG's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Stocks with Abnormal Call Volume: These are stocks which showed unusual call option volume not easily explained by arbitrage operations. The appearance of a stock on the Call Volume Alerts list suggests a possible takeover, extraordinarily good earnings report, or other news which may favorably affect the stock.
Alpha Natural Resources (NYSE:ANR - News). ANR's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
Stocks with Abnormal Put Volume: These are stocks which showed unusual put option volume not easily explained by arbitrage operations. The appearance of a stock on the Put Volume Alerts list suggests an extraordinarily negative earnings report, or other news which may negatively affect the stock.
GenProbe (NasdaqGS:GPRO - News). GPRO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
Abnormal Put/Call $ Volume: These stocks have the highest dollar put volume in relation to their call volume. These high ratios are indicative of extreme bearish sentiment in the underlying stock.
Starbucks (NYSE:SBUX - News). SBUX's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
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Labels: ANR, BEC, CROX, GOOG, GPRO, GRMN, SBUX, Stock Options

Here are 7 trading ideas for today. This list comes directly from the TradingMarkets Stock Indicators page and is based upon our latest quantitative research.Bullish5+ Consecutive Down Days: These are stocks that have closed down for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that close down for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Taser International (NasdaqGS:TASR - News). TASR's PowerRating (for Traders) is 9.2-Period RSI Below 2: These are stocks that have a 2-period RSI reading below 2 and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving with a 2-period RSI reading below 2 have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Inverness Medical Technology (NYSE:IMA - News). IMA's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.Stocks Down 10% or More: These are stocks that have lost 10% or more over the past five days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that have lost 10% or more over the past five days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Amazon.com (NasdaqGS:AMZN - News) & Illumina (NasdaqGM:ILMN - News). AMZN's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6, and ILMN's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.Bearish5+ Consecutive Up Days: These are stocks that have closed up for five or more consecutive days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that close up for five or more days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Autozone (NYSE:AZO - News). AZO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 3.5+ Consecutive Higher Highs: These are stocks that have made a higher high for five or more consecutive days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that make higher highs for five or more days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.JM Smucker (NYSE:SJM - News). SJM's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.Stocks Up 10% or More: These are stocks that have gained 10% or more over the past five days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that have gained 10% or more over the past five days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Beazer Homes (NYSE:BZH - News). BZH's PowerRating (for Traders) is 3.Published By TradingMarkets.com

Labels: AMZN, AZO, BZH, ILMN, IMA, SJM, Stocks to Watch, TASR

Crude Oil: Crude oil declined 3% today as investors now fear that the global growth story might be in jeopardy. Finerman said that if you feel the US economy is going to slow down, then demand for oil will also drop. She would look to short the United States Oil Fund (USO). Adami said that shorting Exxon Mobil (XOM) ahead of earnings is a gutsy trade that could pay off big. Dylan Ratigan mentions one more way to short oil is to buy the UltraShort Oil & Gas ProShares (DUG).
Technology: Adami liked hearing that Dell (DELL) is announcing a big buyback, while the stock is at a 52 week high. Najarian says this plays well for Dell, as well as Apple (AAPL), Hewlett-Packard (HPQ) and Microsoft (MSFT). The Wall Street Journal reported that Verizon (VZ) and Google (GOOG) are discussing a mobile phone partnership.
Video Games: International Game Technology (IGT) and Electronic Arts (ERTS) are both set to report earnings this week. Macke thinks the trade is to buy Activison (ATVI), Nintendo (NTDOY) and Microsoft. Najarian noted monster options activity in the November $17.50 calls for Take-Two Interactive (TTWO). The action makes him think that TTWO is set to move higher.
Word on the Street
Procter & Gamble (PG) reports a 14% rise in profits but disappoints Wall Street on its full-year outlook. Najarian favors Colgate-Palmolive (CL) overseas.
Merrill Lynch (MER) drops after former CEO Stan O'Neal leaves. Finerman doubts the CO-CEO arrangement will work. Adami continues to like Raymond James (RJF).
Wynn Resorts (WYNN) fell in after-hours trading. Najarian would look to buy the stock on selloff. Adami would rather be long Las Vegas Sands (LVS) and Boyd Gaming (BYD).
Under Armour (UA) trades up 7% on strong earnings.
Masco also traded up 4% on strong earnings.
Pops & Drops
Pops - Goodyear Tire (GT) traded up 8%.
Colgate-Palmolive (CL) traded up 1%
Avon Products (AVP) traded up 4% on strong profits from emerging market strength. Finerman favors Estee Lauder (EL).
Sohu.com (SOHU) traded up 8% on a 47% rise in profits.
Yum! Brands (YUM) traded up 3% on no news.
AGCO (AG) popped 9%
Sepracor (SEPR) exploded up 16%
Drops- US Steel (X) fell 7% after reporting a 35% drop in profits.
WellCare Health Plans (WCG) plunged 33%
Sirius Satellite Radio (SIRI) dropped 9%
Final Trade
Macke suggests buying the pullback in Yahoo! (YHOO). He currently owns YHOO.
Adami recommends Dell.
Finerman says buy Cadbury Schweppes (CSG) for a Halloween candy trade.
Najarian favors Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS).

Labels: AAPL, ATVI, CNBC, Crude Oil, DELL, fast money, Fast Money Recap, GOOG, HPQ, MSFT, USO, VZ, XOM

Here are 7 stocks for traders for Wednesday from TradingMarkets.com:
Dollar Financial (NasdaqGS:DLLR - News) also beat earnings, with $0.52 EPS over a consensus of $0.48 EPS. DLLR's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Watts (NYSE:WTS - News) also performed better than analysts expected, announcing $0.58 EPS over a consensus of $0.57 EPS. WTS's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG - News) beat earnings on Tuesday afternoon, announcing $0.62 EPS over an expected $0.53 EPS. CMG's PowerRating (for Traders) is 3.
Alcatel-Lucent (NYSE:ALU - News) reports earnings on Wednesday before the bell, with analsyts looking for $0.04 EPS. ALU's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Brinks (NYSE:BCO - News) is expected to report $0.66 EPS on Wednesday morning before the market opens. BCO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Mastercard (NYSE:MA - News) should announce $1.42 EPS before the bell on Wednesday morning. MA's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Analysts will be watching for Weyerhaeuser (NYSE:WY - News) to announce $0.50 EPS tomorrow morning. WY's PowerRating (for Traders) is 3.
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Labels: ALU, BCO, CMG, DLLR, Hot Stocks, MA, WTS, WY

Here are 7 trading ideas for today.
This list comes directly from the TradingMarkets Stock Indicators page and is based upon our latest quantitative research.Bullish5+ Consecutive Down Days: These are stocks that have closed down for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that close down for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Intuit (NasdaqGS:INTU - News). INTU's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.2-Period RSI Below 2: These are stocks that have a 2-period RSI reading below 2 and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving with a 2-period RSI reading below 2 have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.National Instruments (NasdaqGS:NATI - News). NATI's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.Stocks Down 10% or More: These are stocks that have lost 10% or more over the past five days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that have lost 10% or more over the past five days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Cummins (NYSE:CMI - News) & NVIDIA (NasdaqGS:NVDA - News). CMI's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7, and NVDA's PowerRating (for Traders) is 8.Bearish5+ Consecutive Up Days: These are stocks that have closed up for five or more consecutive days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that close up for five or more days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.DuPont (NYSE:DD - News). DD's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.5+ Consecutive Higher Highs: These are stocks that have made a higher high for five or more consecutive days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that make higher highs for five or more days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Cardinal Health (NYSE:CAH - News). CAH's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.Stocks Up 10% or More: These are stocks that have gained 10% or more over the past five days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that have gained 10% or more over the past five days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.Biovail (NYSE:BVF - News). BVF's PowerRating (for Traders) is 2.Published By TradingMarkets.com

Labels: BVF, CAH, CMI, DD, INTU, NATI, NVDA, Stocks to Watch

Mary Thomson began with a story regarding Stanley O'Neil at risk for losing is position as CEO of Merrill. Laurence Fink may be up next to replace him. Michael Mayo was next, saying that it was quite possible for Merrill to not see an improvement, solely by replacing the CEO. Stock price performance from beginning to present day, is regarded as high priority of judgment for next CEO. O'Neil's severance package is estimated at $159 million, says Michael Kelly of CT Partners. His package is dependant on rank, profit, and performance of stock price during the entirety of his tenure with Merrill beginning in Dec. 2002.
John Merrill from Tanglewood Corporate Management was next, saying energy commodities are making stocks soar higher. Foreign investments and tech are his picks for the day.
Global recession was the next topic with Tony Crescenzi. He says rising level of Baltic shipping index is a negative for treasuries, and positive for world economy.
Warren Buffet and Chinas booming market was next topic. He says top five performing IPO's are from China. Zachary Karaber from Fred Alger Management says Chinese investments in technological commodities are rising. He still is negative on prospects for U.S dollar. He says buying stocks at moderate prices is not a risk, it is a smart move. Visit buffetwatch.cnbc.com for more.
Rick Santelli with the Bond Report was next. Fed Funds at 3.5% will be needed to stabilize economic growth.
Dennis Kneale was next, reporting on his interview with Chrysler boss; Nardelli. Nardelli says he can sympathize with Stan O'Neil, about consumers identifying with poster boys for corporate overcompensation. Complete interview at cnbc.com.
Jim Cramer with stop trading was next. He says "Baltic trade index is the barometer of the world." And he loves Diana. He says food stocks are doing well. He says sell General Mills and Kellogg. Also, Cleveland Cliffs on Fire (CLF) Could be bought at a 50% premium. He disagrees with any compensation package given to Stan O'Neil.
John Harwood, an electoral news correspondent, says you can keep track 2008 election news at politcalcapital.cnbc.com

Labels: CNBC, Erin Burnett, Jim Cramer's Stop Trading, MER, Street Signs, street signs recap, Warren Buffett

Stocks open low this morning as a result of lack of consumer confidence in fed rates. Leaders today are Boeing, Gm, American Express, and Merk. Don Bennet from Bennet Group Financial says Stan O'Neil is out as Merrill Lynch CEO. Michael Mayo elaborates with expectations for Merrill to do well in 4th quarter. Merrill Lynch to evaluate CEO candidates, inside and outside of company. Stan O'Neil will walk away from Merrill with $160 million in restricted stock and options, given he never had an employment contract with the company. Laurence Fink of BlackRock Co. is recognized as the possible replacement CEO of Merrill. Oil back down from record high to 91.84. Concern is still present, however, that crude oil prices will reach $100/barrel. Daniel Yergin, a global energy analyst, says prices are driven more by speculative interest, as well as concerns with Iran and Iraq. Smith & Wesson shares plummet as slow hunting market hits FYQT. Michael Thompson from Thomson Financial says over 40% of Financials have missed expectations this quarter, and also that a struggle will ensue to finish flat in 4th quarter. Rick Santelli says the U.S dollar has met all time low today. Angel Mata of Capital Markets says to buy from the best names at the bottom of the market, such as homebuilding, to avoid the lows that the top stocks have been experiencing over the course of 2007. Customizing cars seems to be a big business, say numerous representatives from major car companies. Over 75% of vehicle consumers customize their car/truck. More at behindthewheel.cnbc.comWendy Bounds of Wall Street Journal says angel investors are doing very well. Food and beverage makers and retail stores are the top choices for these wealthy groups. Angel groups have been found backing causes and companies, as well as influencing market shifts to profit and benefit themselves. October consumer confidence drops to two-year low.

Labels: CNBC, Crude Oil, MER, Stanley O'Neal, The Call

Fed Cut: Najarian's big question is will the Fed cut 25 or 50 basis points. Finerman is surprised that the market is rallying on the Fed rate cut anticipation. Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) led the stock market higher on Monday. Adami likes Public Service (PEG) into earnings.
Crude oil rose to a record $93.80. Reuters saying that gas prices will now play catch up with crude. Najarian continues to like the oil service sector, with Adami suggesting Tesoro (TSO) as a buying opportunity.
Warren Buffett: Doesn't think China is a bubble; he just thinks the market has run up. Buffett sold his entire stake in PetroChina (PTR) because he made a handsome profit, not because he thinks it won't go higher. The real concern with China is what will happen after the Olympics.
Chartology: Carter Worth joined the show to review the charts of Liz Claiborne (LIZ) and Eastman Kodak (EK). Worth points out that stocks worldwide are rallying but nobody is buying Liz Claiborne. On the other hand, the Eastman Kodak chart displays bullish trends going into earnings.
Earnings Preview: Procter and Gamble (PG) is set to report earnings on Tuesday and Clorox (CLX) will report Wednesday. Najarian reminds investors about Colgate (COL), which he think has more upside then Procter. Exxon Mobil (XOM) is set to report earnings on Thursday before the open.
Stem Cell: Genentech (DNA), Gilead Sciences (GILD), Amgen (AMGN) all reside in Silicon Valley. Scientists are now excited about the potential of stem cell research and California is positioned the best to benefit from the controversial process. Najarian would keep an eye on Myriad Genetics (MYGN) and Cepheid (CPHD) for genetic plays.
Word on the Street
Merrill Lynch (MER) shares rose 2% on hopes that CEO Stan O'Neal is on his way out. Chip stocks rallied after a bullish industry report shows global sales rose 5.9%. Macke still loves Intel (INTC) and is long the stock. Adami mentioned that Goldman Sachs put a $35 price target on Dell (DELL). Kellogg (K) reported strong third quarter profits. Macke is long Safeway (SWY) for a play on the grocery store sector. Options action in Under Armour (UA) perked Najarian's interest on Monday. The options market is looking for a 10% move on Under Armour in either direction. Macke continues to like Nike (NKE). Oracle's (ORCL) $17 bid for BEA Systems (BEAS) expired on Sunday.
Pops & Drops
Pops - Garmin (GRMN) traded up 6%.
American Axle (AXL) traded up 12% on news the firm will extend product lines.
Lehman Brothers (LEH) traded up 4% on news that the investment bank is setting up a $3 billion fund to buy leveraged loans from struggling banks. Goldman Sachs (GS) is the preferred stock for Finerman.
Sohu.com (SOHU) popped up 7%.
Weyerhaeuser (WY) traded up 8%.
Drops- Tupperware Brands (TUP) dropped 4% off of disappointing profits. Najarian thinks this is an opportunity to buy it.
Office Depot (ODP) fell 14%.
Final Trade
Macke advised investors to trim positions in EMC Corp (EMC).
Adami likes Gilead Sciences (GILD) for the $300 million stock buyback they recently announced.
Finerman would buy Washington Group (WNG) for a takeover play.
Najarian believes Merrill Lynch (MER) is ready to go higher.

Labels: AMGN, CNBC, DNA, EK, fast money, Fast Money Recap, GILD, INTC, LIZ, MER, PEG, PTR, TSO, XLU

Here are 7 stocks for traders for Tuesday from TradingMarkets.com:
Applebee's (NasdaqGS:APPB - News) missed earnings on Monday afternoon, announcing $0.25 EPS versus expectations of $0.26 EPS. APPB's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Actuate (NasdaqGM:ACTU - News) beat earnings expectations with $0.09 EPS over an expected $0.08 EPS. ACTU's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
Volcom (NasdaqGS:VLCM - News) beat expectations on Monday after the close with $0.59 EPS versus a consensus of $0.56 EPS. VLCM's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Automatic Data (NYSE:ADP - News) reports earnings on Tuesday before the bell, with analysts looking for $0.43 EPS. ADP's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
When Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:CL - News) announces earnings tomorrow morning, analysts will be watching for $0.85 EPS. CL's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
Goodyear Tire (NYSE:GT - News) is expected to report $0.52 EPS on Tuesday before the market opens. GT's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
Analysts are watching for Liz Claiborne (NYSE:LIZ - News) to report $0.70 EPS on Tuesday morning. LIZ's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
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Labels: ACTU, ADP, APPB, CL, GT, Hot Stocks, LIZ, VLCM

Merrill Lynch (MER)- There was speculation on Wall Street that Stan O'Neal will be removed as CEO and Chairman of the Board over the weekend. CNBC's Charlie Gasparino joined the show to discuss O'Neal leaving. Gasparino says rumors are out that Larry Fink the CEO of BlackRock could be named the new Chairman and the CEO position might be split between Greg Flemming and Bob McCann. Najarian said he still would be a buyer of Merrill and that if O'Neal doesn't go, he expects the stock to go down to $55. However, Macke advocates shorting Merrill when O'Neal leaves.
BEA Systems (BEAS)- Carl Icahn has sent a letter to the board of BEA saying its time to come to the negotiating table with Oracle (ORCL). Rumors are that BEA wants $21 share and Oracle offered $17. The offer is set to expire on Sunday.
Microsoft (MSFT) traded up 15% after profits and revenues handily beat Wall Street estimates. Macke remarks that the earnings were great especially from Microsoft and the shorts are getting crushed. Finerman feels the market is very confusing with tech performing well, but many financial stocks doing poorly. Adami prefers Intel (INTC) here and noted that the Citigroup analyst put a $33 price target on the name. Najarian favors Apple (APPL)
Rate Cut- The crew then discussed how next week the Federal Reserve will meet to decide on interest rates and the jobs report will be released. Najarian thinks that the Fed is going to cut rates and that's why the financials flew Friday. He advocates staying with the good sectors like technology and asset mangers and avoid the rest. Macke and Finerman agree that the jobs number will be the best indicator for the economy.
Crude oil hit another record Friday trading above $92. Adami points out how Exxon (XOM) isn't rallying into record oil prices and suggests the company might miss earnings. XOM has a rich valuation and the price action signals that it may move lower. Adami admits that Exxon scares him in front of earnings. He thinks if Exxon reports bad results, it could take the Dow lower. Finerman mentioned that Kirk Kerkorian's Tracinda is looking to buy 16% of Tesoro (TSO).
Procter & Gamble (PG) is also set to report earnings on Tuesday. Procter is one of Macke's favorite trades in front of earnings. Finerman likes Procter as well and Kraft (KFT) which reports earnings on Wednesday. Manitowoc (MTW) is also set to report on Wednesday, which Najarian is partial to.
Quicker than the Ticker- On October 23rd Najarian said buy Vmware (VMW). He nailed the call and the stock has risen 10%. On September 27th Macke recommending buying Yahoo (YHOO). Macke was right and the stock appreciated 20% since his call. On September 20th Adami said buy Microsoft (MSFT). Adami was on the money and Microsoft killed Wall Street's estimates and traded up 11%.
Fast Fire- On October 5th Macke recommending buying Coach (COH). Macke was way off and Coach fell 21% since his call. On October 15th Najarian favored Broadcom (BRCM). He dropped the ball on BRCM and the stock fell 16% after disappointing earnings. On September 12th Adami said he loved Zimmer Holdings (ZMH). Since his call the stock has dropped 15%. On October 1st Finerman advised investors to buy put options on Garmin (GRMN). The stock has risen 9% since her call and she is now admitting defeat and moving on.
Pops & Drops
Pops - Merck (MRK) traded up 8%.
Goldman Sachs (GS) traded up 8%.
DeVry (DV) exploded up 47%.
Deckers Outdoor (DECK) traded up 34% on strong profits.
Baidu.com (BIDU) traded up 12% after profits more than doubled.
Black and Decker (BDK) popped 18% on strong international sales numbers.
Monster Worldwide (MNST) traded up 12% on strong profits.
Drops - Schering Plough (SGP) fell 7% after missing Wall Street estimates.
WellCare Health Plans (WCG) plunged 73% after the FBI raided their offices.
Final Trade
Macke favors Intel (INTC).
Adami recommends Dell (DELL).
Finerman says short the United States Oil Fund (USO).
Najarian grabs a buy ticket for Baker Hughes (BHI).

Labels: BEAS, BRCM, CNBC, COH, fast money, Fast Money Recap, MER, MSFT, PG, VMW, ZMH

Here are 7 trading ideas for today. This list comes directly from the TradingMarkets Stock Indicators page and is based upon our latest quantitative research.
Bullish
5+ Consecutive Down Days: These are stocks that have closed down for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that close down for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
eBay (NasdaqGS:EBAY - News). EBAY's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.
5+ Consecutive Lower Lows: These are stocks that have made a lower low for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that make lower lows for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Metal Management (NYSE:MM - News). MM's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.
2-Period RSI Below 2: These are stocks that have a 2-period RSI reading below 2 and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving with a 2-period RSI reading below 2 have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Omnivision Technologies (NasdaqGS:OVTI - News) & Bankrate (NasdaqGS:RATE - News). OVTI's PowerRating (for Traders) is 9, and RATE's PowerRating (for Traders) is 9.
Stocks Down 10% or More: These are stocks that have lost 10% or more over the past five days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that have lost 10% or more over the past five days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Cummins (NYSE:CMI - News). CMI's PowerRating (for Traders) is 8.
Bearish
Stocks Up 10% or More: These are stocks that have gained 10% or more over the past five days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that have gained 10% or more over the past five days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Beazer Homes (NYSE:BZH - News) & Steve Madden (NasdaqGS:SHOO - News). BZH's PowerRating (for Traders) is 3, and SHOO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
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Labels: BZH, CMI, EBAY, MM, OVTI, RATE, SHOO, Stocks to Watch

Today on The Call, they discussed how oil hit a record high of $92.22/barrel overnight. Up 30% YTD since mid-August. Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, IBM and Verizon are market leaders today. Dow is about 430 points lower than the October 9th week end. Scott Sperlingco president of Thomas H Lee Partners says private equity investments are getting worse. Oil Prices due more to speculators rather than fundamentals says, Chris Motroni, an independent investor. Leopard may compete with Vista operating systems. With 300 new features, and new backup system, Macintosh has seen a 30% increase since Leopards' release. Next up, Kudlow interviewed vice president Dick Cheney, discussing Iran sanctions and oil. Cheney says doing business with Iran causes problems with business done with America. For $5,000 you can spend a day and a half test driving Lamborghini's, Ferraris, and Mercedes. (behindthewheel.cnbc.com)

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EMC Corp.'s third-quarter profit jumped 77 percent, driven by growing sales of data storage software and hardware as well as a hefty gain from selling an ownership stake in fast-growing software maker VMware Inc.
Hopkinton, Mass.-based EMC said Thursday its net income for the July-September period was $492.9 million, or 23 cents per share, compared with a profit of $283.7 million, or 13 cents per share, in last year's third quarter.
Revenue rose 17 percent to $3.29 billion from $2.82 billion a year ago, exceeding the consensus estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson Financial, who expected revenue of $3.12 billion.
Shares rose 4 percent, or 92 cents, to $23.45 at the open of trading.

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Here are 7 stocks for traders for Thursday from TradingMarkets.com:
Airgas (NYSE:ARG - News) beat earnings expectations on Wednesday, with $0.67 EPS over an expected $0.63 EPS. ARG's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.
Akamai Tech (NasdaqGS:AKAM - News) beat earnings on Wednesday afternoon, announcing $0.34 EPS over an expected $0.33 EPS. AKAM's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Advanced Medical Optics (NYSE:EYE - News) reports earnings on Thursday morning, with analysts looking for -$0.43 EPS. EYE's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Aetna (NYSE:AET - News) should announce $0.92 EPS before the bell on Thursday morning. AET's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
When Bunge (NYSE:BG - News) reports earnings on Thursday before the market opens, look for $1.78 EPS. BG's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Analysts will be watching for Diamond Offshore (NYSE:DO - News) to report $1.49 EPS on Thursday morning. DO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 5.
Motorola (NYSE:MOT - News) announces quarterly results tomorrow morning; watch for $0.04 EPS. MOT's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
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Labels: AET, AKAM, ARG, BG, DO, EYE, Hot Stocks, MOT

Here are 7 trading ideas for today. This list comes directly from the TradingMarkets Stock Indicators page and is based upon our latest quantitative research.
Bullish
5+ Consecutive Down Days: These are stocks that have closed down for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that close down for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Valero Energy (NYSE:VLO - News). VLO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7.
5+ Consecutive Lower Lows: These are stocks that have made a lower low for five or more consecutive days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that make lower lows for five or more days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
W.W. Grainger (NYSE:GWW - News). GWW's PowerRating (for Traders) is 6.
2-Period RSI Below 2: These are stocks that have a 2-period RSI reading below 2 and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving with a 2-period RSI reading below 2 have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Axis Capital Holdings (NYSE:AXS - News) & Bankrate (NasdaqGS:RATE - News). AXS's PowerRating (for Traders) is 7, and RATE's PowerRating (for Traders) is 8.
Stocks Down 10% or More: These are stocks that have lost 10% or more over the past five days and are trading above their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading above their 200-day moving average that have lost 10% or more over the past five days have shown positive returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
China BAK Battery (NasdaqGM:CBAK - News). CBAKS's PowerRating (for Traders) is 8.
Bearish
2-Period RSI Above 98: These are stocks that have a 2-day RSI reading above 98 and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average with a 2-period RSI reading above 98 have shown negative returns, on average, 1-day and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Steve Madden (NasdaqGS:SHOO - News). SHOO's PowerRating (for Traders) is 1.
5+ Consecutive Highs: These are stocks that have made a higher high for five or more consecutive days and are trading below their 200-day moving average. Our research shows that stocks trading below their 200-day moving average that make higher highs for five or more days have shown negative returns, on average, 1-day, 2-days and 1-week later. Historically, these stocks have provided traders with a significant edge.
Qlogic (NasdaqGS:QLGC - News). QLGC's PowerRating (for Traders) is 4.
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Labels: AXS, CBAK, GWW, Hot Stocks, QLGC, RATE, SHOO, VLO