2/15/2012 12:31:53 PM - Reported earnings <strong>+17%</strong> on <strong>+30%</strong> sales revenues for the quarter ended Dec 31, 2011 versus the year ago period. Gapped down today violating its 50 DMA line and dipping under prior lows in the <strong>$50</strong> area. It encountered resistance near prior highs in the $55 area since last noted in the 12/08/11 mid-day report - <em>&quot;Sales revenues and earnings were above the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline for the quarter ended September 30, 2011 but its prior earnings history is not a match with the investment system&#39;s guidelines. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see </em><a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti"><em>here</em></a><em>).&quot; </em><br><hr>12/8/2011 12:32:50 PM - Pulling back with higher volume today after a spurt of gains for new 52-week highs. Last noted in the 11/30/11 mid-day report - <em>&quot;Sales revenues and earnings were above the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline for the quarter ended September 30, 2011 but its prior earnings history is not a match with the investment system&#39;s guidelines. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see </em><a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti"><em>here</em></a><em>).&quot; </em><br><hr>11/30/2011 12:18:26 PM - Gapped up today hitting a new 52-week high. Last noted in the 10/28/11 mid-day report - <em>&quot;Sales revenues and earnings were above the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline for the quarter ended September 30, 2011 but its prior earnings history is not a match with the investment system&#39;s guidelines. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see </em><a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti"><em>here</em></a><em>).&quot; </em><br><hr>10/28/2011 12:55:28 PM - Rebounding to within <strong>-7.4%</strong> of its 52-week high today. Sales revenues and earnings were above the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline for the quarter ended September 30, 2011 but its prior earnings history is not a match with the investment system&#39;s guidelines. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>1/8/2010 1:05:46 PM - Hit a new 52-week high today. It rebounded impressively from its lows and built an orderly flat base in recent months, however sales revenues and earnings comparisons have been under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>12/23/2009 12:23:20 PM - It has rebounded impressively from its lows and built an orderly flat base in recent months, however sales revenues and earnings comparisons have been under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>10/27/2009 12:43:08 PM - It has rebounded impressively from its lows, however sales revenues and earnings in the Dec &#39;08, and Mar &amp; Jun &#39;09 comparisons have been way under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It plunged from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted it to be dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 8/01/2008, serving  as an example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>. It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>10/14/2009 12:58:32 PM - It has rebounded impressively from its lows, however sales revenues and earnings in the Dec &#39;08, and Mar &amp; Jun &#39;09 comparisons have been way under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It dropped from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in less than <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted this company previously residing on the Featured Stocks list to be dropped on 8/01/2008. That serves as a good example of why investors should limit all losses at <strong>7-8%</strong>.  It broke down shortly after its appearance as a promising looking buy candidate in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>9/16/2009 1:45:14 PM - It has rebounded a lot from its lows, however sales revenues and earnings in the Dec &#39;08, and Mar &amp; Jun &#39;09 comparisons have been way under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It dropped from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in less than <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted this company previously residing on the Featured Stocks list to be dropped on 8/01/2008, not long after it had appeared in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>9/15/2009 12:36:23 PM - It has rebounded a lot from its lows, however sales revenues and earnings in the Dec &#39;08, and Mar &amp; Jun &#39;09 comparisons have been way under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline. It dropped from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in less than <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted this company previously residing on the Featured Stocks list to be dropped on 8/01/2008, not long after it had appeared in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).<br><hr>9/11/2009 1:14:35 PM - It dropped from <strong>$58</strong> to <strong>$20</strong> in less than <strong>4</strong> months after weak technical action prompted this company previously residing on the Featured Stocks list to be dropped on 8/01/2008, not long after it had appeared in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>).  It has rebounded a lof from its lows, however sales revenues and earnings in the Dec &#39;08, and Mar &amp; Jun &#39;09 comparisons have been way under the <strong>+25%</strong> guideline.<br><hr>8/2/2008 - Gapped down 8/1/2008 for a second consecutive session, falling further below its 200 DMA line and triggering technical sell signals. Based on weak technical action it was dropped from the Featured Stocks list that night. Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals. Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since.<br><hr>8/1/2008 2:47:06 PM - G - Gapped down for a second consecutive session, falling further below its 200 DMA line and triggering technical sell signals. Based on weak technical action it will be dropped from the Featured Stocks list tonight. Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals. Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since.<br><hr>8/1/2008 3:23:36 AM - G - Gapped down today after reporting another strong quarter, closing under its 200 DMA line and raising concerns. Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals. Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since, while the <strong>M</strong> criteria has argued against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/31/2008 1:13:28 PM - G - Gapped down today after reporting another strong quarter.  Recently finding support near its 200 DMA line. Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals. Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since, while the <strong>M</strong> criteria has argued against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/30/2008 4:15:31 PM - G - Positively reversed today, finding support near its 200 DMA line. Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals. Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since, while the <strong>M</strong> criteria has argued against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/29/2008 12:30:15 PM - G - Gapped down today and fell to its 200 DMA line.  Loss on 7/28/08 with above average volume raised concerns as it fell under prior chart highs in the <strong>$65-67</strong> area, triggering more technical sell signals.  Featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>), and it has encountered distributional pressure since, while the <strong>M</strong> criteria has argued against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/28/2008 4:59:37 PM - G - Loss today on above average volume, falling back toward support above prior chart highs (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) and its 200 DMA line. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/25/2008 7:32:41 PM - G - Ended in the lower half of its intra-day range today for a second consecutive gain on above average volume. Recently finding support above prior chart highs (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) and its 200 DMA line. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/25/2008 4:08:39 PM - G - Negative reversal today for a loss on above average volume.  Recently finding support above prior chart highs (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) and its 200 DMA line. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/24/2008 5:10:33 PM - G - Positive reversal on above average volume after finding support above prior chart highs (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) and 200 DMA line. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/23/2008 4:00:28 PM - G - Consolidating toward recent chart lows (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) which may act as support. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/22/2008 12:53:59 PM - G - Considerable loss today is reversing most of the prior session's gain, falling back toward recent chart lows (<strong>$65-67</strong> area) which may act as support. A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal.  Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/21/2008 5:24:49 PM - G - Closed higher again on light volume, rising from support near recent chart lows (<strong>$65-67</strong> area). A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Color code was changed to green since recent deterioration has pressured it from its highs. Signs of weakness, especially due to poor market conditions, make it a less compelling buy candidate. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/18/2008 5:14:19 PM - G - Closed higher on light volume. Testing support near recent chart lows (<strong>$65-67</strong> area). A close below its prior chart lows would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Color code is changed to green since recent deterioration has pressured it from its highs. Signs of weakness, especially due to poor market conditions, make it a less compelling buy candidate. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/17/2008 - G - Loss today on light volume has it violating recent chart lows (<strong>$67.58</strong> on 7/08/08), raising greater concerns and triggering a more worrisome technical sell signal. Color code is changed to green since recent deterioration has pressured it from its highs. Signs of weakness, especially due to poor market conditions, make it a less compelling buy candidate. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Keep in mind that the <strong>M</strong> criteria currently argues against new buying efforts.<br><hr>7/16/2008 12:15:42 PM - Y - Encountered resistance near its 50 DMA line and weakness in the energy group has it consolidating toward recent chart lows (<strong>$67.58</strong> on 7/08/08), where a violation would raise greater concerns and trigger a more worrisome technical sell signal. Concerns were raised since it violated its 50 DMA line on 7/03/08 and traded under prior chart lows in the <strong>$71 </strong>area. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/15/2008 12:32:16 PM - Y - Encountered resistance near its 50 DMA line and gapped down today, consolidating toward recent chart lows. Concerns were raised since it violated its 50 DMA line on 7/03/08 and traded under prior chart lows in the $71 area. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/10/2008 5:51:40 PM - Y - Light volume gain today helped it rebound above recent chart lows in the <strong>$71</strong> area. Violated its 50 DMA line on 7/03/08 with a light volume loss. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/8/2008 - Y - Gapped down today for a loss on above average volume, raising concerns with deterioration under recent chart lows in the <strong>$71</strong> area. Violated its 50 DMA line on 7/03/08 with a light volume loss. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/7/2008 - Y - Raising concerns with weakness today testing prior chart lows in the <strong>$71</strong> area. Violated its 50 DMA line on 7/03/08 with a light volume loss. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/3/2008 - Y - Violated its 50 DMA line today with a light volume loss, raising concerns while testing support near prior chart lows in the <strong>$71</strong> area. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/2/2008 - Y - Negatively reversed today for a loss on above average volume, closing just above its 50 DMA line. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>7/1/2008 - Y - Positively reversed today, bouncing at its 50 DMA line. Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>6/30/2008 - Y - Just featured in the July 2008 issue of CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>6/30/2008 - Y - Just featured in the July, 2008 CANSLIM.net News (see <a href="/cnnews/cnn070108.asp#fti">here</a>). Look for FTI to trigger a fresh technical buy signal, which could come if it rallies and closes above its pivot point with gains backed by volume of at least <strong>+2.7 </strong>million shares. Volume needs to be at least <strong>+50%</strong> above average when the stock manages to close above its pivot point in order to trigger a proper technical buy signal - the high volume behind a breakout's gains is a critical sign of institutional buying demand (the <strong>I</strong> criteria). It would be very encouraging to see FTI trigger a technical buy signal and continue rallying to fresh highs after a sound follow-through day is produced. However, if volume fails to meet the minimum guidelines then a proper technical buy signal would not be triggered. Keep in mind that the major averages first need to produce a confirmed rally attempt to satisfy the <strong>M</strong> criteria, making new buying efforts justified.</font /></font /></font /><br><hr>10/30/2007 - Gapped down for a considerable loss after reporting its latest financial results. Noted on 10/29/07 ''<em>Extended from any sound base.''</em> Previously noted on 9/05/07 as it charged to a new all-time high after a 2-for-1 split took effect. Earnings growth (the C criteria) has been good, however sales revenues have not met the +25% guideline. Three of its past four quarterly financial reports included pre-tax, non-recurring items, which adds to concerns.<br><hr>10/29/2007 12:26:37 PM - Extended from any sound base.  Last noted on 9/05/07 as it charged to a new all-time high after a 2-for-1 split took effect.  Earnings growth (the C criteria) has been good, however sales revenues have not met the +25% guideline.  Three of its past four quarterly financial reports included pre-tax, non-recurring items, which adds to concerns.<br><hr>9/5/2007 1:12:12 PM - Charged to a new all-time high Tuesday on only average volume as a 2-for-1 split took effect.  Earnings growth (the C criteria) has been good, however sales revenues have not met the +25% guideline.  Three of its past four quarterly financial reports included pre-tax, non-recurring items, which adds to concerns.<br><hr>8/10/2007 12:45:19 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>8/8/2007 12:56:35 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/31/2007 1:02:11 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/26/2007 12:39:03 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/25/2007 1:24:20 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/23/2007 12:28:19 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/19/2007 12:36:05 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/18/2007 12:41:13 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/17/2007 12:26:45 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/16/2007 12:52:56 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/12/2007 12:42:19 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>7/3/2007 11:25:03 AM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>6/22/2007 12:34:29 PM - "C" and sales history are below the guidelines. Current earnings per share should be up 25% or more and in many cases accelerating in recent quarters. Quarterly sales should also be up 25% or more or accelerating over prior quarters.<br><hr>4/18/2007 12:42:27 PM - Gap down today. As previously note the base is questionable.<br><hr>7/6/2006 12:33:27 PM - Base questionable.<br><hr>6/2/2006 12:29:20 PM - No base.<br><hr>5/12/2006 12:29:21 PM - Too extened from a sound base of support at this point to be considered buyable under the guidelines.<br><hr>