On Thursday stocks overcame early weakness and the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 13 points to 15,555 after being down by as many as 86 points earlier. Volume totals were reported higher than the prior session totals on the NYSE and on the Nasdaq exchange, a hint that institutional buying demand picked up. Breadth was positive as advancers led decliners by a 2-1 margin on the Nasdaq exchange and by about a 3-2 margin on the NYSE. There were 65 high-ranked companies from the CANSLIM.net Leaders List made new 52-week highs and appeared on the CANSLIM.net BreakOuts Page, down from the prior session total of 76 stocks. The list of stocks hitting new 52-week highs outnumbered new 52-week lows on both the NYSE and the Nasdaq exchange. There were gains for 6 of the 12 high-ranked companies currently included on the Featured Stocks Page.

Stocks were choppy from the opening bell as investors digested a batch of mixed economic reports and corporate earnings. Looking at the data, weekly jobless claims were largely in-line with expectations, rising to 343,000 in the prior week. On the upside, June durable goods orders exceeded expectations and rose +4.2%. 

Eight of the 10 sectors on the S&P ended higher, led by gains in material stocks. Shares of Newmont Mining Corp (NEM +1.1%) as gold prices advanced +0.8% to $1,330 an ounce. On the earnings front, Facebook Inc (FB +29.6%) spiked higher after posting quarterly results that topped analysts' expectations. Also on the upside, Qualcomm Inc (QCOM +3.3%) and Dow Chemical Corp (DOW +1.8%) rose following their better-than-anticipated profit tallies.

Turning to fixed income markets, Treasuries were little changed along the curve. The benchmark 10-year note was up 3/32 to yield 2.58% and the 30-year bond gave up 1/16 of a point to yield 3.65%.

The market (M criteria) has flashed substantial strength and leadership.  Now in a confirmed rally, odds are considered favorable for investors' success with new buying efforts.  Investors should be disciplined and selective while looking to be proactive and focused exclusively on the individual leaders best matching the winning models of the fact-based investment system.  Study the companies on the CANSLIM.net Featured Stocks Page - a page showing the most action-worthy candidates' latest notes and links to additional resources including detailed analysis with data-packed graphs which are annotated by a Certified expert.  The Premium Member Homepage - includes "dynamic archives" to all prior pay reports published. Watch for an announcement via email concerning the next WEBCAST.

PICTURED: The S&P 500 Index is consolidating above prior highs and up +18.5% year-to-date.

The Networking Index ($NWX +1.25%) and the Internet Index ($IIX +1.63%) led the tech sector higher while the Semiconductor Index ($SOX +0.57%) and the Biotechnology Index ($BTK +0.28%) posted smaller gains. The Retail Index ($RLX +0.38%) also edged higher.  Financial shares were mixed as the Broker/Dealer Index ($XBD +0.70%) posted a gain but the Bank Index ($BKX -0.27%) edged lower.  Energy-related shares were mixed as the Oil Services Index ($OSX -0.36%) edged lower and the Integrated Oil Index ($XOI +0.57%) posted a small gain. Defensive groups were also mixed as the Gold & Silver Index ($XAU +1.04%) rose, but the Healthcare Index ($HMO -0.97%) was a laggard as it lost ground.  

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PICTURED: The Broker/Dealer Index ($XBD +0.70%) posted a gain and it is perched at its 2013 high.

The Leisure - Travel Booking firm has earned stellar ranks. Keep in mind that it is due to report earnings on August 8th. Volume and volatility often increase near earnings news.  The company reported earnings +35% on +26% sales revenues for the latest quarter ended March 31, 2013 versus the year ago period, maintaining a strong earnings history that satisfies both the C and A criteria.

Keep in mind, the investment system's biggest winning models were typically held by at least a few mutual funds and attracting many others. However, once a stock is very heavily owned by a long list of mutual funds, as is now the case with PCLN, investors should be especially cautious and alert for any technical sell signals or fundamental disappointments which could prompt a rush for the exits. The number of top-rated funds owning its shares rose from 1,528 in Sep '12 to 1,639 in Jun '13, and increasing interest is an encouraging sign concerning the I criteria.

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
AMBA - NASDAQ Ambarella Inc ELECTRONICS - Semiconductor - Specialized	$18.46	+0.22 1.21%	$18.65	360,295 29.33% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 1,228,500	$19.44 -5.04%	7/15/2013	$17.87	PP = $18.68
								MB = $19.61
Most Recent Note - 7/24/2013 6:26:04 PM Y - Pulled back below its pivot point today with a 2nd consecutive loss backed by lighter than average volume. It broke out from its latest base pattern on 7/17/13 with +65% above average volume triggering a new (or add-on) technical buy signal. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/17/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
CELG - NASDAQ Celgene Corp DRUGS - Drug Manufacturers - Major	$140.65	+4.66 3.43%	$140.79	3,050,560 102.98% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 2,962,200	$138.77 1.35%	7/11/2013	$133.25	PP = $131.92
								MB = $138.52
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 5:52:53 PM Y - Rallied today for a solid gain and a best-ever close with average volume. Found support when consolidating above prior highs following its "breakaway gap". >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/11/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
FLT - NYSE Fleetcor Technologies DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Business/Management Services	$87.61	-0.13 -0.15%	$88.64	480,783 62.84% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 765,100	$89.75 -2.38%	5/29/2013	$86.02	PP = $85.66
								MB = $89.94
Most Recent Note - 7/18/2013 5:51:55 PM G- Recently found support near its 50 DMA line with gains lacking volume conviction. Prior low ($80.28 on 6/21/13) defines the next important near-term support where a violation would raise more serious concerns. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/18/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
LOPE - NASDAQ Grand Canyon Education DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Education and; Training Services	$35.99	+0.62 1.75%	$36.01	233,439 53.49% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 436,400	$36.45 -1.26%	6/19/2013	$31.47	PP = $34.17
								MB = $35.88
Most Recent Note - 7/24/2013 6:28:19 PM Y - Reversed into the red for a loss with above average volume, ending just below its "max buy" level . Prior highs in the $34 area define initial support above its 50 DMA line. Reports its second quarter results after market close on Tuesday, July 30, 2013. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/19/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
PCLN - NASDAQ Priceline.Com Inc INTERNET - Internet Software and Services	$912.00	+17.98 2.01%	$919.39	776,759 110.51% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 702,900	$926.40 -1.55%	7/8/2013	$878.28	PP = $847.43
								MB = $889.80
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 5:50:22 PM G - Posted a gain today with above average volume. Extended from its prior base. Prior highs in the $847 area define support to watch on pullbacks. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/25/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
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
PRLB - NYSE Proto Labs Inc MANUFACTURING - Small Tools and Accessories	$64.34	+0.92 1.45%	$64.40	182,811 41.91% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 436,200	$67.40 -4.54%	6/17/2013	$59.37	PP = $59.94
								MB = $62.94
Most Recent Note - 7/19/2013 5:55:47 PM G - Still holding its ground in a tight rage with volume totals cooling. Prior highs near $59 coincide with its 50 DMA line defining important support. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/15/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
RRTS - NYSE Roadrunner Trans Systems TRANSPORTATION - Air Delivery and Freight Service	$29.84	-0.03 -0.10%	$30.04	50,349 32.19% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 156,400	$30.50 -2.16%	4/3/2013	$22.77	PP = $23.75
								MB = $24.94
Most Recent Note - 7/22/2013 6:02:05 PM G - Perched near its 52-week high with volume totals cooling while extended from any sound base. Reports results for the Jun '13 quarter on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 after market close. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/22/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
SFUN - NYSE Soufun Hldgs Ltd Ads A INTERNET - Internet Information Providers	$32.17	+1.66 5.44%	$32.25	431,330 142.26% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 303,200	$33.03 -2.60%	7/16/2013	$29.54	PP = $27.90
								MB = $29.30
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 5:54:10 PM G - Rallied with above average volume for a 3rd consecutive gain and its 2nd best close. It is extended from its latest base. Prior highs in the $28-29 area define initial support to watch. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/16/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
SSNC - NASDAQ S S & C Technologies COMPUTER SOFTWARE and SERVICES - Application Software	$36.79	+0.19 0.52%	$36.86	331,570 85.26% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 388,900	$38.47 -4.37%	7/11/2013	$35.80	PP = $34.54
								MB = $36.27
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 5:55:52 PM G - Posted a gain with average volume, trading just above its "max buy" level. Prior highs in the $34 area define initial support to watch on pullbacks. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/12/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
SSYS - NASDAQ Stratasys Ltd COMPUTER HARDWARE - Computer Peripherals	$89.55	+2.88 3.32%	$89.58	313,112 39.24% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 797,900	$96.44 -7.14%	7/8/2013	$91.44	PP = $95.00
								MB = $99.75
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 5:57:02 PM Y - Rallied from its 50 DMA line today with a gain backed by light volume. Relative Strength Rating has slumped to 75, below the 80+ minimum guideline for buy candidates while consolidating above support at its 50 DMA line. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and an annotated graph. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/24/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
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	$91.99	+0.66 0.72%	$92.04	1,074,905 53.05% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 2,026,300	$96.25 -4.43%	4/30/2013	$60.24	PP = $76.66
								MB = $80.49
Most Recent Note - 7/23/2013 5:47:13 PM Y- Volume totals have been cooling while consolidating near 52-week high after completing a new Public Offering on 6/18/13 following recent M&A news. Formed a cup-with-handle base over the past 8 weeks, however no new pivot point is being cited. Concerns were raised by its Mar '13 earnings report with only a +14% earnings increase, below the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria) for buy candidates. See latest FSU analysis for more details and a new annotated graph. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/23/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M
YNDX - NASDAQ Yandex N V Class A INTERNET - Internet Information Providers	$31.81	+0.95 3.08%	$33.15	4,414,293 178.67% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 2,470,700	$31.82 -0.03%	7/10/2013	$29.29	PP = $29.59
								MB = $31.07
Most Recent Note - 7/25/2013 2:21:45 PM G - Color code is changed to green as it gapped up today and hit a new 52-week high, rallying above its "max buy" level. Prior highs in the $28-29 area define near-term support to watch. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 7/10/2013. Click here. View all notes | Alert me of new notes | CANSLIM.net Company Profile | SEC | Zacks Reports | StockTalk | News | Chart |  Request a new note C A N S L I M