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AFTER MARKET UPDATE - TUESDAY, APRIL 30TH, 2013
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Indices NYSE Nasdaq
DOW  +21.05 14,839.80 +0.14% Volume 886,974,070 +48% Volume 1,870,844,980 +28%
NASDAQ +21.77 3,328.79 +0.66% Advancers 1,998 64% Advancers 1,501 58%
S&P 500 +3.96 1,597.57 +0.25% Decliners 991 32% Decliners 974 38%
Russell 2000 +5.03 947.46 +0.53% 52 Wk Highs 300   52 Wk Highs 145  
S&P 600 +2.72 529.60 +0.52% 52 Wk Lows 14   52 Wk Lows 22  

Indices Finish April on a High Note

Stocks finished the month of April on a positive note as the major averages overcame early weakness and finished higher on Tuesday. The volume totals on the exchanges were reported higher than the prior session totals on the NYSE and on the Nasdaq exchange, indicating an increase in institutional buying demand. Breadth was positive as advancers outnumbered decliners by 2-1 on the NYSE and by 3-2 on the Nasdaq exchange. New 52-week highs totals solidly outnumbered new 52-week lows on both the NYSE and the Nasdaq exchange. There were 51 high-ranked companies from the CANSLIM.net Leaders List making new 52-week highs and appearing on the CANSLIM.net BreakOuts Page, down from the prior session total of 60 stocks. There were gains for 6 of the 11 high-ranked companies currently included on the Featured Stocks Page.

 

The Dow erased an earlier loss of as much as 84 points to close up 20 points to 14,839. The S&P 500 Index posted a fresh all-time high as it gained over 3 points to 1,597. The Nasdaq Composite Index rose above its best level since November 2000 as it advanced 21 points to 3,328. The Dow increased over +1.7% in April, the S&P 500 rose for the sixth-straight month with a gain of +1.8% and the Nasdaq Composite Index was up nearly +1.9%.

Encouraging updates on housing and the consumer helped lift the market higher. The S&P/Case-Schiller Home Price Index increased in February by the most since May 2006 and consumer confidence surprisingly rose to a five-month high in April. Investors overlooked a separate report which showed business activity unexpectedly shrank in April to the lowest level since September 2009.

Overall, most sectors finished higher on Tuesday's session. Technology paced the advance for a second day as Apple Inc (AAPL +2.94%) continued to bounce higher. Energy stocks were also among the best performers as Halliburton Co (HAL +2.89%) rallied. Express Scripts Holding Co (ESRX +1.59%) and The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc (HIG +3.23%) rose after their fresh earnings news, meanwhile Newmont Mining Corp (NEM -4.62%) and Masco Corp (MAS -4.80%) fell after their earnings reports.

In fixed-income, Treasuries were virtually unchanged as the 10-year note finished flat to yield 1.67%.

The market (M criteria) is considered to be back in a "confirmed uptrend" because of the new closing highs from both the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 Index on Monday.  Although none of the major averages produced a solid follow-through-day within the most favorable period between Days 4-7 of the new rally attempt, the new highs from the indices argue sufficiently that the prior uptrend has resumed.  Another encouraging characteristic of the current market is the latest expansion in leadership (stocks hitting new 52-week highs).  

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PICTURED: The S&P Mid-Cap 400 Index rallied and hit a new 2013 high. It promptly repaired the recent violation of its 50-day moving average (DMA) line


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Retail, Financial, Tech, and Defensive Groups Rose

The Retail Index ($RLX +0.40%) posted a small gain and financial shares were also a positive influence on the major averages as the Broker/Dealer Index ($XBD +0.71%) outpaced the Bank Index ($BKX +0.18%) for Tuesday's mostly positive session. The Networking Index ($NWX +2.12%) led the tech sector higher, followed by the Semiconductor Index ($SOX +0.81%) and the Internet Index ($IIX +0.64%) each with a more modest gain of under +1% while the Biotechnology Index ($BTK -0.00%) finished flat.  The Healthcare Index ($HMO +0.52%), Oil Services Index ($OSX +0.74%), and the Gold & Silver Index ($XAU +1.37%) had a positive bias.

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PICTURED: The Integrated Oil Index ($XOI +0.47%) is approaching prior highs after rallying from its 200-day moving average (DMA) line with 9 consecutive gains.


Industry Index Symbol Close Change % Change YTD % Change
Oil Services $OSX  249.42 +1.83 +0.74% +13.29%
Healthcare $HMO  2,947.76 +15.27 +0.52% +17.25%
Integrated Oil $XOI  1,366.66 +6.40 +0.47% +10.05%
Semiconductor $SOX  444.36 +3.56 +0.81% +15.70%
Networking $NWX  225.40 +4.67 +2.12% -0.51%
Internet $IIX  363.27 +2.32 +0.64% +11.09%
Broker/Dealer $XBD  112.87 +0.80 +0.71% +19.65%
Retail $RLX  748.03 +2.97 +0.40% +14.54%
Gold & Silver $XAU  109.36 +1.48 +1.37% -33.96%
Bank $BKX  56.88 +0.10 +0.18% +10.92%
Biotech $BTK  1,931.57 -0.09 -0.00% +24.86%


Earnings News Due Soon; New Base Has Formed

Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX +$0.14 or +0.18% to $76.08) held its ground today following a gap up and volume-driven gain on the prior session. It has formed a short square box base and the color code was changed to yellow with new pivot point cited based on its 4/02/13 high plus 10 cents. Subsequent volume-driven gains above its pivot point may trigger a new (or add-on) technical buy signal. Its recent the recent low ($69.87 on 4/04/13) defines important near-term support below its 50-day moving average (DMA) line where violations may trigger technical sell signals.

Keep in mind that VRX is due to report earnings before the open on Thursday, May 2nd, and volume and volatility often increase near earnings news. The high-ranked Medical - Ethical Drugs firm was last shown in this FSU section on 4/08/13 with an annotated graph under the headline, "Pullback Near 50-day Moving Average on M&A News ", while consolidating above its 50-day moving average (DMA) line. A short new base of sufficient length has formed while it stayed above its 50-day moving average (DMA) line during the latest consolidation. On 4/03/13 it pulled back on heavy volume after agreeing to an increased offer price of $24.00 cash for it to acquire Obagi Medical Products, yet it stayed above its 50 DMA line. 

The number of top-rated funds owning its shares rose from 818 in Mar '12 in to 942 in Mar '13, a reassuring trend concerning the I criteria. Its current Up/Down Volume Ratio of 1.3 is also an unbiased indication that its shares have been under accumulation over the past 50 days. Quarterly earnings increases (C criteria) have been strong and well above the +25% guideline. A downturn in FY '07 and '08 earnings (A criteria) has been followed by a strong earnings rebound in recent years.  Return On Equity is currently reported at 37%, well above the 17% minimum guideline of the fact-based system.


Color Codes Explained :
Y - Better candidates highlighted by our staff of experts.
G - Previously featured in past reports as yellow but may no longer be buyable under the guidelines.

***Last / Change / Volume data in this table is the closing quote data***
Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
CELG - NASDAQ
Celgene Corp
DRUGS - Drug Manufacturers - Major  
$118.07 -0.40
-0.34%

$119.46

3,864,338
118.52% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 3,260,600
$128.52
-8.13%
3/27/2013 $113.24 PP = $115.54
MB = $121.32
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 6:07:42 PM
G - Enduring more distributional pressure yet still stubbornly holding its ground only -8.1% off its high. It is extended from any sound base. Its 50 DMA line ($113 now) defines important near-term support to watch.
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CMCSA - NASDAQ
Comcast Corp Cl A
MEDIA - CATV Systems  
$41.30 -0.19
-0.46%

$41.68

8,874,233
67.94% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 13,062,200
$42.61
-3.07%
12/3/2012 $37.08 PP = $38.06
MB = $39.96
Most Recent Note - 4/26/2013 4:28:11 PM
G - Rebounded above its 50 DMA line with higher volume behind its gain, helping its technical stance improve. Fundamental concerns were repeatedly noted after sub par earnings results for the Dec '12 quarter.
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EMN - NYSE
Eastman Chemical Co
CHEMICALS - Chemicals - Major Diversified  
$66.65 -1.62
-2.37%

$68.26

2,375,345
140.20% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 1,694,200
$75.18
-11.35%
4/26/2013 $69.57 PP = $73.83
MB = $77.52
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 5:56:32 PM
G - Slumped further below its 50 DMA line today and its color code is changed to green after 3 consecutive losses backed by above average volume indicating distributional pressure. A prompt rebound above its 50 DMA line is needed for its outlook to improve. Subsequent volume-driven gains above the pivot point are needed to trigger a proper technical buy signal from the "double bottom" base pattern noted before disciplined investors may consider taking action. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph.
>>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 4/26/2013. Click here.

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EQM - NYSE
E Q T Midstream Partners
ENERGY - Oil and Gas Pipelines  
$46.30 +2.35
5.35%

$47.22

241,927
338.36% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 71,500
$44.12
4.94%
4/25/2013 $40.16 PP = $40.84
MB = $42.88
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 2:11:39 PM
G - Getting very extended from the prior base with today's 7th consecutive gain. Prior highs in the $40 area define initial support to watch above its 50 DMA line on pullbacks.
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FLT - NYSE
Fleetcor Technologies
DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Business/Management Services  
$76.90 +1.46
1.94%

$77.14

1,183,145
148.38% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 797,400
$78.87
-2.50%
3/21/2013 $71.14 PP = $73.00
MB = $76.65
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 6:10:16 PM
G - Posted a gain with above average volume, trading within close striking distance of its 52-week high. Color code was changed to green after it finished above its "max buy" level. More damaging losses below the 50 DMA line or recent low ($70.09) would raise more serious concerns and trigger a worrisome technical sell signal.
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Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
LNKD - NYSE
Linkedin Corp Class A
INTERNET - Internet Information Providers  
$192.09 +3.70
1.96%

$193.37

2,252,103
109.52% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 2,056,300
$191.78
0.16%
4/12/2013 $182.69 PP = $184.25
MB = $193.46
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 5:58:23 PM
Y - Hit another new 52-week high today with near average volume behind its gain. Recent gains lacked the necessary volume conviction to trigger a proper new (or add-on) technical buy signal. Its 50 DMA line and recent low define important near-term chart support to watch. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph.
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MRLN - NASDAQ
Marlin Business Services
DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Rental and Leasing Services  
$24.23 +0.71
3.02%

$24.46

31,665
120.86% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 26,200
$24.93
-2.81%
3/15/2013 $22.29 PP = $23.18
MB = $24.34
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 5:59:58 PM
Y - Finished 2 cents below its best close of 2013 with today's gain backed by only +20% above average volume. Action has not been indicative of great new institutional buying demand, yet no resistance remains due to overhead supply.
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MWIV - NASDAQ
M W I Veterinary Supply
HEALTH SERVICES - Medical Instruments and; Supplies  
$117.71 -1.07
-0.90%

$119.28

117,846
208.58% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 56,500
$137.18
-14.19%
3/4/2013 $130.90 PP = $129.45
MB = $135.92
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 6:04:39 PM
Fell today with above average volume indicative of distributional pressure. Its Relative Strength rating has slumped to 67, below the 80+ minimum guideline for buy candidates. It will be dropped from the Featured Stocks list tonight. Due to report earnings news for the latest quarter on the morning of Thursday, May 2, 2013. Volume and volatility often increase near earnings news.
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N - NYSE
Netsuite Inc
DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Business/Management Services  
$87.96 -0.74
-0.83%

$88.14

405,098
107.40% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 377,200
$89.19
-1.38%
12/12/2012 $64.75 PP = $67.12
MB = $70.48
Most Recent Note - 4/29/2013 12:22:08 PM
G - Reported earnings -33% on +32% sales revenues for the Mar '13 quarter, marking a 2nd consecutive quarterly comparison with earnings below the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria). Despite fundamental concerns raised it is rallying for another new all-time high with today's 5th consecutive gain. Its 50 DMA line defines important near-term support to watch.
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RRTS - NYSE
Roadrunner Trans Systems
TRANSPORTATION - Air Delivery and Freight Service  
$22.51 -0.15
-0.66%

$22.80

107,626
62.14% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 173,200
$23.88
-5.74%
4/3/2013 $22.77 PP = $23.75
MB = $24.94
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 6:05:45 PM
G - Holding its ground stubbornly but still lingering below its 50 DMA line after failing to trigger a new buy signal since featured on 4/03/13. A rebound above that important short-term average would help its outlook improve.
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Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
VRX - NYSE
Valeant Pharmaceuticals
DRUGS - Drug Manufacturers - Other  
$76.08 +0.14
0.18%

$76.46

1,427,321
100.21% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 1,424,400
$76.57
-0.64%
4/30/2013 $60.24 PP = $76.66
MB = $80.49
Most Recent Note - 4/30/2013 6:14:09 PM
Y- Gapped up on the prior session and tallied a volume-driven gain. It has formed a short square box base and the color code was changed to yellow with new pivot point cited based on its 4/02/13 high plus 10 cents. A volume-driven gain above its pivot point may trigger a new (or add-on) technical buy signal. Its 50 DMA line defines near-term support above recent the recent low ($69.87 on 4/04/13) where violations may trigger technical sell signals. Due to report earnings before the open on Thursday, May 2nd, and volume and volatility often increase near earnings news. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph.
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