Sunday, June 9, 2013

5 Best Healthcare Technology Stocks To Own Right Now

Although we don't believe in timing the market or panicking over market movements, we do like to keep an eye on big changes -- just in case they're material to our investing thesis.

What: Shares of specialty phosphates maker Innophos Holdings (NASDAQ: IPHS  ) dropped as much as 10% today after releasing earnings.

So what: First quarter sales dropped 6% to $214 million and company's earnings per share dropped from $1.22 a year ago to just $0.55. Analysts expected revenue of $230 million and earnings of $0.79 per share so this is way below expectations. �

Now what: Missing expectations is bad enough but I don't like the company's trends on the top or bottom line. Earnings have now missed estimates three of the last four quarters, a sign that the stock is still overpriced. I'd be a seller today and move on to companies growing on the top and bottom line.

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5 Best Healthcare Technology Stocks To Own Right Now: Global Cash Access Holdings Inc. (GCA)

Global Cash Access Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides cash access and data intelligence services and solutions to the gaming industry in the United States and internationally. Its cash access products and services include Casino Cash Plus 3-in-1 ATM, a cash-dispensing machine that offers patrons to access cash through ATM cash withdrawals, point-of-sale debit card transactions, and credit card cash access transactions; check verification and warranty services, which allow gaming establishments to manage and reduce risks on patron checks that they cash; QuikCash, a non-ATM cash access kiosks; and money transfer services. The company also offers cash access equipment, such as full service kiosks, a multi-function patron kiosk for cash access into self-service kiosks for slot ticket redemption and bill breaking services, as well as jackpot kiosks. In addition, it provides information services, such as Central Credit, a gaming patron credit bureau that allows g aming establishments in credit-granting decisions; QuikCash Plus Web and QCPXpress that are cash access transaction processing systems for cashier operations; QuikReports, a browser-based reporting tool that provide access and analysis of information on patron cash access activity; and QuikMarketing/Casino Share Intelligence database services, as well as various Xchange Xplorer products. Further, the company offers cashless gaming products comprising QuikTicket that allows cash access transaction to be completed with a bar coded ticket in lieu of cash. Global Cash Access Holdings, Inc. sells its products and services primarily through direct sales force to traditional land-based casinos, riverboats and cruise ships with gaming operations, gaming establishments operated on Native American lands, pari-mutuel wagering facilities, and card rooms. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.

5 Best Healthcare Technology Stocks To Own Right Now: cineworld group ORD GBP0.01 WI(CINE.L)

Cineworld Group plc, an investment holding company, engages in the operation of cinemas for the exhibition of films and related retail activity in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its theatres showcase 3D, live sport, live opera, interactive gaming, or corporate presentations. The company promotes interest in a range of films beyond the traditional Hollywood blockbuster in such areas as Bollywood, other foreign language, and small and mid-range films. It also engages in cinema property leasing and screen advertising activities. As of 30 December 2010, the company operated 78 cinemas with 801 screens. Cineworld Group plc was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Top 5 Oil Stocks To Own Right Now: American Express Company(AXP)

American Express Company, together with its subsidiaries, provides charge and credit payment card products, and travel-related services worldwide. The company?s product portfolio consists of charge and credit card products; expense management products and services; consumer and business travel services; stored value cards, including travelers cheques and other prepaid products; network services; merchant acquisition and processing, point-of-sale, servicing and settlement, and marketing and information products and services for merchants; and fee services comprising market and trend analyses and related consulting services, fraud prevention services, and the design of customer loyalty and rewards programs. In addition, it publishes luxury lifestyle magazines; business and travel resources; general interest, cooking, travel, wine, cocktail, financial, and time management books; and international and electronic editions. The company sells its products and services to consumer s, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and large corporations through direct mail, on-line applications, targeted direct and third-party sales forces, and direct response advertising worldwide. American Express Company was founded in 1850 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Advisors' Opinion:
  • [By Louis Navellier]

    American Express (NYSE:AXP) is best known for its charge and credit payment card products. Since last March, American Express stock has gained 29%. AXP stock gets a “B” grade for operating margin growth, a “B” grade for earnings growth, a “B” grade for the magnitude in which earnings projections have increased over the past months, a “B” grade for cash flow, and an “A” grade for return on equity.

  • [By Jim Cramer]

    American Express (AXP) just doesn't get the rewards it deserves in this market with people constantly trying to lump it in with slow growth banks or Visa (V) and MasterCard (MA) which have been whacked by the Fed because of debit fees. American Express is a credit card company with fewer and fewer defaults and excellent growth, especially with the rebounding world economy, and it should be treated as such. I see the company earning $4 next year and deserving a 15 multiple, more in keeping with double-digit growth companies. Call it $60.

5 Best Healthcare Technology Stocks To Own Right Now: Softrock Minerals Ltd (SFT.V)

Softrock Minerals Ltd. engages in the exploration and development of oil and gas properties in western Canada and Quebec. It holds a 40% working interest in 2 heavy oil wells in the Manitou Lake area of northwest Saskatchewan; and 20% working interest in PFM Minhik 7-35-44-4W5, which covers an area of 640 acres in west central Alberta. It also holds 100% interest in Northern Alberta Metallic & Industrial Minerals Permits, which cover 26,880 hectares of mineral claims in northwest Alberta for the exploration and development of potash and lithium. Softrock Minerals Ltd. was incorporated in 1993 and is based in Calgary, Canada.

5 Best Healthcare Technology Stocks To Own Right Now: Mediagrif Interact Com Npv (MDF.TO)

Mediagrif Interactive Technologies Inc. provides e-commerce solutions for businesses. Its e-business networks and solutions allow buyers and sellers to find, purchase, and sell products and services; help contractors and vendors access information on business opportunities from the government and private sectors; and offer professionals with automated and integrated business solutions to streamline the supply chain. The company provides e-commerce solutions in the fields of electronics components, computer equipment and telecommunications, medical equipment, automotive aftermarket, wine and spirits, diamonds and jewelry, classified ads, supply chain, and government opportunities. It operates in Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, and internationally. Mediagrif Interactive Technologies Inc. was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Longueuil, Canada.

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