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The PBR1000 April 2017 Stocks/Comodities Snapshots

May 19, 2017 by admin

April 2017: The Bull Keeps Running

Yes, the Stock Market Bull says the charts show he has a long time to keep going, but can he really read?

By Larry C. Paxton

April continued the upward trend for stocks with all 3 major US stock exchanges finishing up without much volatility during the month. Technology stocks were particularly kind to NASDAQ, which finished up significantly. The only big swing was what was perceived as a positive sign when centrist Emmanuel Marcon was elected President of France.

The US economy continues to grow at a modest/moderate rate, with job growth, wage growth and the unemployment rate being reasonable. Business and consumer sentiment indexes show growing confidence.

Investment professionals continue to be all over the place with opinions ranging from the Bull Market has a long more way to run to a severe Bear Market is right around the corner.

Here are some April summaries on the US stock exchanges:

Number of Trading Days: 19

Number of Gain(+)/Loss(-) Days: DJIA 8+/11-; NASDAQ 10+/9-; SPX 8+/11-.

Record Days: DJIA 0, NASDAQ 4, SPX 0

Longest Gain Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 2, NASDAQ 2, SPX 2

Longest Loss Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 3, NASDAQ 3, SPX 3

Big Swing Up Days(>1.00%): 1, 04/24/17: Day after centrist Emmanuel Macron wins French Presidential election

Big Swing Down Days(<-1.00%): 0

The following are Top 5 partial tables excerpts from The PBR1000 April Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on April 28, Month % Chg is compared to March 31, YTD % Chg is compared to December 31, 2016, and the 16 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2015. The PBR Rank is by annual revenues.

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Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +101% to -85%. 583 out of 1,010 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 1.4%, the median was a gain of 0.7%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 04/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	16 Mos % Chg
Conn’s	918	CONN	17.60	+101	+39	-25
Weight Watchers	993	WTW	20.88	+34	+82	-8
Alere	749	ALR	49.17	+24	+26	+26
CR Bard	575	BCR	307.48	+24	+37	+62
Invacare	1005	IVC	14.70	+24	+13	-15

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +94% to -61%. 623 out of 1,007 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 7.0%, the median was a gain of 3.9%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 04/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	16 Mos % Chg
iHeartMedia	400	IHRT	2.15	-41	+94	+139
Weight Watchers	993	WTW	20.88	+34	+82	-8
Scientific Games	689	SGMS	23.75	+0	+70	+165
Tronox	824	TROX	16.51	-11	+60	+322
Restoration Hardware	814	RH	47.97	+4	+56	-40

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 16 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: The range was +363% to -89%. 768 out of 1,005 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 19.8%. The median was a gain of 18.4%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 04/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	16 Mos % Chg
AMD	524	AMD	13.30	-9	+17	+363
Cliffs Natural Resources	821	CLF	6.72	-18	-20	+325
Tronox	824	TROX	16.51	-11	+60	+322
NVIDIA	365	NVDA	104.30	-4	-2	+216
Navistar Intl	319	NAV	26.91	+9	-14	+204

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: The range was $753.67 billion to $0.01 billion. The average is $23.2 billion, median is $7.1 billion, out of 1,008 companies.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 04/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	16 Mos % Chg
Apple	4	AAPL	753.67	-0	+22	+28
Alphabet	27	GOOG	626.40	+9	+18	+20
Microsoft	29	MSFT	529.03	+4	+9	+19
Amazon	12	AMZN	441.38	+4	+24	+39
Facebook	94	FB	434.22	+6	+31	+47
The PBR1000			23,340.34	+1	+6	+15

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 04/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	16 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	79,606.60	+1.4	+7.0	+19.8
DJIA	20,940.51	+1.3	+6.0	+20.2
NASDAQ	6,047.61	+2.3	+12.3	+20.8
S&P500	2,384.20	+0.9	+6.5	+16.7
GOLD	1,269.50	+1.4	+10.2	+19.7
SILVER	17.22	-5.8	+7.7	+24.8
OIL	49.19	-3.3	-8.4	+32.8

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The PBR1000 February 2017 Stocks/Commodities Snapshots

March 20, 2017 by admin

February 2017: Investors Continue To Ride The Bull

The Stock Market Bull Ride has lasted several years now. How much longer can it go?

By Larry C. Paxton

With a new US President in the White House initiating some controversial major changes and legislation, and issuing executive orders that rip apart previous administration policies, it would make sense that the stock market, which prefers not rocking the boat, would show some volatility. Surprisingly, the Stock Market Bulls continued to run ahead of the pack each day with all 3 major US stock exchanges staying pretty much between the + & – 0.50% during the month, and finishing ahead quite comfortably year-to-date.

Maybe that’s because at the same time the US economy continues to plod along at a modest to moderate pace and shows some encouraging signs of strengthening.

It could also be that investors are cautiously optimistic, but keeping their eyes and ears open. Let’s hope for the best!

Here are some February summaries on the US stock exchanges:

Number of Trading Days: 19

Number of Gain(+)/Loss(-) Days: DJIA 15+, 4-; NASDAQ 13+, 6-; SPX 15+, 4-.

Record Days: DJIA 12, NASDAQ 10, SPX 9

Longest Gain Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 12, NASDAQ 7, SPX 7

Longest Loss Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 1, NASDAQ 2, SPX 1

Big Swing Up Days(>1.00%): None

Big Swing Down Days(<-1.00%): None

The following are Top 5 partial tables excerpts from The PBR1000 February Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on February 28, Month % Chg is compared to January 31, YTD % Chg is compared to December 31, 2016, and the 14 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2015. The PBR Rank is by annual revenues.

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Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +52% to -57%. 651 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 2.5%, the median was a gain of 2.4%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 02/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	14 Mos % Chg
Community Health Systems	119	CYH	9.75	+52	+74	-63
AMD	509	AMD	14.46	+39	+28	+404
Tronox	805	TROX	17.33	+38	+68	+343
Kindred Healthcard	346	KND	9.00	+35	+15	-24
SunPower	911	SPWR	8.76	+33	+33	-71

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +267% to -84%. 661 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 4.5%, the median was a gain of 3.6%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 02/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	14 Mos % Chg
Republic Airways	951	RJETQ	0.22	-15	+267	-94
Aeropostale	920	AROPQ	0.04	-46	+95	-86
Community Health Systems	119	CYH	9.75	+52	+74	-63
Tronox	805	TROX	17.33	+38	+68	+343
Scientific Games	688	SGMS	20.65	+21	+48	+130

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 13 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: The range was +575% to -85%. 786 out of 994 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 17.2%. The median was a gain of 18.3%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 02/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	14 Mos % Chg
Cliffs Natural Resources	828	CLF	10.66	+22	+27	+575
AMD	509	AMS	14.46	+39	+28	+404
US Steel	230	X	38.72	+18	+17	+385
Tronox	805	TROX	17.33	+38	+68	+383
AK Steel	401	AKS	8.33	+3	-18	+271

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: The range was $712.72 billion to $0.01 billion. The average is $23,031 billion, median is $7.14 billion, out of 1,000 companies.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 02/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	14 Mos % Chg
Apple	4	AAPL	712.72	+11.1	+16.4	+22.5
Alphabet	26	GOOG	569.18	+3.3	+7.0	+9.1
Microsoft	30	MSFT	494.41	-1.0	+2.3	+11.6
Berkshire Hathaway	3	BRK	420.84	+3.7	+4.7	+29.3
Amazon	12	AMZN	403.23	+3.0	+13.2	+27.3
The PBR1000			23,030.52	+3.4	+5.0	+14.3

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 02/28/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	14 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	77,348.15	+2.5	+4.5	+17.2
DJIA	20,812.24	+4.8	+5.3	+16.2
NASDAQ	5,825.44	+3.8	+8.2	+19.4
S&P500	2,363.64	+3.7	+5.6	+16.3
GOLD	1,243.40	+2.9	+8.0	+17.3
SILVER	18.31	+4.8	+14.5	+32.7
OIL	54.07	+2.5	+0.7	+46.0

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The PBR1000 January 2017 Stocks/Commodities Snapshots

February 20, 2017 by admin

January 2017: How Much More Bull Is Left In The Trump Bump?

It’s One Month Into 2017. How Long Can The Trump Bull Keep Climbing?

By Larry C. Paxton

While a good month overall, January was a particularly good month for the NASDAQ as key technology players made some big advances. Perhaps the upswing for the US stock exchanges is the anticipation of the Trump administration dropping barriers to business by eliminating some particular distasteful regulations like Dodd-Frank. Perhaps it’s the promise of lowering corporate taxes to be more competitive with the rest of the world and hopefully bring back trillions of dollars to the US parked in foreign markets. Or maybe it’s the trade agreements currently in place, or in the process of being approved, which are now potentially on the chopping block.

At the same time the economy keeps plugging along at a modest rate for most of the country.

So, for stocks and commodities, the question remains about the potential continued gain in the markets, and the concern that this level of growth can’t be sustained for much longer. There is the sentiment that many key stocks are close, if not already, to being overvalued, and there will have to be a major adjustment. On the otherhand, if President Trump can get his way, the bulls might still have room to run, and we are in an interesting ride as the year continues to unfold in unpredictable ways.

Here are some January summaries on the US stock exchanges:

Number of Trading Days: 20

Number of Gain(+)/Loss(-) Days: DJIA 8+, 12-; NASDAQ 14+, 6-; SPX 10+, 10-.

Record Days: DJIA 2, NASDAQ 9, SPX 3

Longest Gain Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 3, NASDAQ 7, SPX 2

Longest Loss Streak(Consecutive Days): DJIA 3, NASDAQ 1, SPX 4

Big Swing Up Days(>1.00%): None

Big Swing Down Days(<-1.00%): None

The following are Top 5 partial tables excerpts from The PBR1000 January Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on January 31, Month % Chg is compared to December 30, YTD % Chg is compared to December 31, 2016, and the 13 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2015. The PBR Rank is by annual revenues.

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Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +333% to -62%. 609 out of 1,003 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 1.9%, the median was a gain of 1.27%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 01/31/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	13 Mos % Chg
Republic Airways	955	RJETQ	0.26	+333	+333	-93
Aeropostale	921	AROPQ	0.07	+261	+261	-74
Allegheny Technologies	559	ATI	21.73	+36	+36	+93
NRG Energy	179	NRG	16.54	+35	+35	+41
Alcoa	116	AA	36.45	+30	+30	+23

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +333% to -62%. 609 out of 1,003 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 1.9%, the median was a gain of 1.27%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 01/31/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	13 Mos % Chg
Republic Airways	955	RJETQ	0.26	+333	+333	-93
Aeropostale	921	AROPQ	0.07	+261	+261	-74
Allegheny Technologies	559	ATI	21.73	+36	+36	+93
NRG Energy	179	NRG	16.54	+35	+35	+41
Alcoa	116	AA	36.45	+30	+30	+23

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 13 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: Range was +455% to -85%. 747 out of 998 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 14.2%. The median was a gain of 16.3%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 01/31/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	13 Mos % Chg
Cliffs Natural Resources	831	CLF	8.77	+4	+4	+455
US Steel	230	X	32.71	-1	-1	+310
AMD	536	AMD	10.37	-9	-9	+261
AK Steel	355	AKS	8.08	-21	-21	+261
Titan Intl	944	TWI	13.29	+19	+19	+237

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: Range was $647.08 billion to $0.01 billion. The average is $22.22 billion, median is $7.03 billion, out of 1,002 companies.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 01/31//17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	13 Mos % Chg
Apple	3	AAPL	647.08	+4.8	+4.8	+10.3
Alphabet	33	GOOG	550.82	+3.5	+3.5	+5.5
Microsoft	30	MSFT	499.58	+3.4	+3.4	+12.7
Berkshire Hathaway	4	BRK	405.94	+0.1	+0.1	+24.7
Amazon	20	AMZN	391.29	+9.8	+9.8	+23.50
The PBR1000			22,288.55	+1.7	+1.7	+10.5

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 01/31/17	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	13 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	75,839.49	+1.9	+1.9	+14.2
DJIA	19,864.09	+0.5	+0.5	+14.0
NASDAQ	5,614.79	+4.3	+4.3	+12.1
S&P500	2,278.87	+1.8	+1.8	+11.5
GOLD	1,209.00	+5.0	+5.0	+14.0
SILVER	17.47	+9.3	+9.3	+26.6
OIL	52.74	-1.8	-1.8	+42.4

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The PBR1000 October 2016 Stocks/Commodities Snapshots

November 21, 2016 by admin

October 2016: Who Will Be President?

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By Larry C. Paxton

During the first part of October stock exchanges were mostly positive. But during the second half of the month there was an increasingly negative tone, mostly related to the US Presidential Race. Out of 21 trading days the DJIA and S&P500 had 7 gain days and 14 loss days. The NASDAQ showed the widest variability with 8 days positive, 13 days negative. October 11 saw a change of -1.54% based on earnings reports and down oil prices. The other extreme was October 24, up 1.00% based on some big merger/acquisition deals. The longest gain streaks for all 3 exchanges was 2 days, the DJIA longest loss streak was 2 days but both the NASDAQ and S&P500 had 5 day loss streaks that ended the month, caused primarily by the tightening of the US Presidential Race and the increasing uncertainty over who will win.

The PBR1000 companies in The Top 5 Tables had an emphasis on energy related companies, some planning to emerge from bankruptcy soon, and mostly from the 2nd half of The PBR1000.

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The following partial tables are excerpts from The PBR1000 October Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on October 31st, Month % Chg is compared to September 30th, YTD % Chg is compared to December 31, 2015, and the 22 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2014.

Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +465.52% to -54.25%. 316 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a loss of 3.07%, the median was a loss of 2.74%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 10/31/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	22 Mos % Chg
Peabody Energy	416	BTUUQ	8.75	+465.52	+13.93	n/a
LINN Energy	668	LINEQ	0.22	+290.91	n/a	n/a
SunEdison	744	SUNEQ	0.19	+36.61	n/a	n/a
TeamHealth	392	TMH	42.85	+31.60	-2.37	-25.52
SunCoke Energy	953	SXC	10.21	+27.31	+194.24	-47.21

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +249.37% to -82.42%. 618 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 4.27%. The median was a gain of 6.07%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 10/31/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	22 Mos % Chg
Cliffs Natural Resources	832	CLF	5.52	-5.64	+249.37	-22.69
Cloud Peak Energy	984	CLD	6.16	+13.24	+196.15	-32.90
SunCoke Energy	950	SXC	10.21	+27.31	+194.24	-47.21
Titan International	944	TWI	10.19	+0.69	+158.63	-4.14
Quad/Graphics	478	QUAD	23.76	-11.08	+155.48	+3.48

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 22 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: Range was +254.91% to -90.21%. 445 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a loss of 1.06%. The median was a loss of 3.83%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 10/31/15	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	22 Mos % Chg
NVIDIA	452	NVDA	71.16	+3.85	+115.90	+254.91
AMD	533	AMD	7.23	+4.63	+151.92	+170.79
Netflix	351	NFLX	124.87	+26.71	+9.17	+155.88
Amazon	20	AMZN	789.82	-5.67	+16.86	+154.49
SkyWest	633	SKYW	30.15	+14.16	+58.52	+127.03

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: Range was $605.43 billion to $0.00 billion. The average is $20.66 billion, median is $6.34 billion, out of 1,000 companies tracked.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 10/31/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	22 Mos % Chg
Apple	3	AAPL	605.43	-0.61	+3.16	-6.48
Alphabet	34	GOOG	540.65	+1.21	+3.59	+51.40
Microsoft	31	MSFT	465.90	+3.80	+5.13	+21.68
Facebook	148	FB	376.16	+2.12	+27.09	+72.95
Amazon	20	AMZN	375.30	-5.45	+18.45	+161.17
The PBR1000			20,662.10	-2.24	+2.81	+0.75

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 10/31/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	22 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	69,527.64	-3.07	+4.27	-1.06
DJIA	18,142.42	-0.91	+4.12	+1.79
NASDAQ	5,189.13	-2.31	+3.63	+9.57
S&P500	2,126.15	-1.94	+4.02	+3.27
GOLD	1,277.70	-3.12	+20.51	+7.83
SILVER	17.91	-6.96	+29.78	+14.81
OIL	46.94	-2.31	+26.73	-11.88

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The PBR1000 September 2016 Stocks/Commodities Snapshots

October 24, 2016 by admin

September 2016: When Will Fed Rates Rise, How Will Stocks Respond?

Wall Street Anxiously Waits. Federal Funds Rates Will Increase, But When?

By Larry C. Paxton

There were some big swings in the major US Stock Exchanges during September 2016. The NASDAQ showed the most variability with 13 days positive, 8 days negative and had only 9 trading days out of 21 that varied between a -0.50% to +0.50% change. The longest streaks also belonged with the NASDAQ with a 4 day win streak and all 3 had some 2 day loss streaks. September 9th experienced the biggest swing during the month with all 3 exchanges losing over 2% based on concern that the Federal Reserve would raise federal funds interest rates. The ongoing saga of the ups and downs of the oil markets continued to contribute some anxieties throughout the month as well.

It is still uncertain if the UK’s leaving the European Union, Brexit, will be soft or hard, the effect will be more dramatic for the EU countries, but there will also be some impact on the US economy and stocks.

The stock market also seems to also be taking a “wait and see” attitude on the contentious US presidential race as the candidates continue to roll out their economic plans which are then immediately attacked as horrible by both sides.

The PBR1000 companies in The Top 5 Tables continue to be spread across a wide variety of industries.

The following partial tables are excerpts from The PBR1000 September Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on September 30th, Month % Chg is compared to August 31st, YTD % Chg is compared to December 31, 2015, and the 21 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2014.

Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +63.03% to -42.32%. 491 out of 1,000 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 0.18%, the median was a loss of 0.10%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 09/30/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	21 Mos % Chg
Navistar	264	NAV	22.89	+63.03	+158.94	-31.63
Conn’s	906	CONN	10.32	+51.99	-56.03	-44.78
Scientific Games	688	SGMS	11.27	+36.61	+25.64	-11.47
Liberty Media	472	LMCA	28.65	+33.88	-27.01	-18.77
Cloud Peak Energy	986	CLD	5.44	+31.72	+161.54	-40.74

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +270.25% to -99.01%. 661 out of 999 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 7.58%. The median was a gain of 9.13%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 09/30/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	21 Mos % Chg
Cliffs Natural Resources	832	CLF	5.85	+2.63	+270.25	-18.07
Quad/Graphics	479	QUAD	26.72	-1.37	+187.31	+16.38
Cloud Peak Energy	986	CLD	5.44	+31.72	+161.54	-40.75
Navistar	264	NAV	22.89	+63.03	+158.94	-31.63
Titan International	946	TWI	10.12	+10.12	+156.85	-4.80

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 20 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: Range was +241.75% to -99.74%. 471 out of 994 stock prices were up 0.00% or more. The average was a gain of 2.07%. The median was a loss of 1.24%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 09/30/15	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	21 Mos % Chg
NVIDIA	453	NVDA	68.52	+11.71	+107.89	+241.75
Amazon	19	AMZN	837.31	+8.86	+23.88	+169.80
AMD	533	AMD	6.91	-6.62	+140.77	+158.80
Activision Blizzard	480	ATVI	44.30	+7.08	+14.44	+119.85
Insperity	718	NSP	72.64	+10.82	+50.86	+114.34

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: Range was $609.16 billion to $0.00 billion. The average is $21.15 billion, median is $6.40 billion, out of 999 companies tracked.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 09/30/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	21 Mos % Chg
Apple	3	AAPL	609.16	+6.55	+3.80	-5.91
Alphabet	35	GOOG	534.21	+1.34	+2.36	+49.60
Microsoft	25	MSFT	448.85	+0.24	+1.28	+17.22
Amazon	19	AMZN	396.95	+8.86	+25.29	+176.34
Facebook	147	FB	368.35	+1.71	+24.45	+69.36
The PBR1000			21,132.84	-0.17	+5.16	+3.03

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 09/30/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	21 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	71,739.53	+0.18	+7.58	+2.07
DJIA	18,308.15	-0.50	+5.07	+2.72
NASDAQ	5,312.00	+1.89	+6.08	+12.16
S&P500	2,168.77	-0.12	+6.08	+5.31
GOLD	1,318.80	+0.44	+24.39	+11.30
SILVER	19.25	+2.39	+39.49	+23.40
OIL	48.05	+7.02	+29.72	-9.80

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The PBR1000 September 2016 Breaking News Recap

October 3, 2016 by admin

September 2016: 3rd Quarter Sets The Stage For Year End

ID-10088157 Plan ABC Signpost-Stuart Miles

Will The US Presidential Election Help You Decide Which Plan To Implement?

By Larry C. Paxton

The 3rd quarter has come to an end leaving a lot of questions to be resolved in the 4th quarter.

The biggest US event will be the election of the next president. It is an unconventional race and more emotional than usual. We experienced the first presidential debate in late September. In October we will have the opportunity to see a vice-presidential debate followed by the 2 remaining presidential debates, with the election being the climactic event on November 8. Although neither candidate has been president before, it is a very negative campaign, and neither has a positive approval rating, the question is: Which one will get fired by the American voters?

Here’s a quick September 2016 summary on key activities that relate to The PBR1000:

US Presidential Debates: 1 down, 2 to go, 1 Vice Presidential debate to be held.

Mergers & Acquisitions: 26 deals worth over $1 billion initiated, closed, or updated. The most prominent is the controversial proposed acquisition of Monsanto(PBR187) by Germany’s Bayer AG for $66 billion.

Reorganizations/Spinoffs: 5

Bankruptcies: 3 indicating they are emerging from their bankruptcy.

CEO Changes: 20 announced.

Jobs: Several retailers announce their plans for holiday/seasonal hiring.

US Economy: Continued modest/moderate growth, stable but fragile, no federal funds rate increase, but will there be one before the end of the year?

International: Deutsche Bank issues, China slowdown, Bank of Japan decision, fluctuating oil prices, OPEC oil production agreement(really?), North Korea missile tests, Middle East conflicts, refugee crisis, climate change, all continue to create uncertainty.

For more details here are The PBR1000 corporate and economic related breaking news items of interest with hotlinks to the sources for September 2016, starting with the last active business day.

Friday, September 30:

The PBR1000 End of September US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends September at 18,308.15, +0.26% from last Friday, -0.50%% MTD, +2.11% QTD, +5.07% YTD, -1.76% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends September at 5,312.00, +0.12% from last Friday, +1.89% MTD, +9.69% QTD, +6.08% YTD, -0.52% from record 5,339.52 on 09/22/16.
SPX ends September at 2,168.27, +0.17% from last Friday, -0.12% MTD, +3.31 QTD, +6.08% YTD, -1.00% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

Archer-Daniels-Midland(PBR34) acquires Lake Bluff, IL, 60 employees toll manufacturer of specialty gluten-free and high-protein pastas Caterina Foods. $ADM PR link.

C.H. Robinson(PBR215) completes $225 million cash acquisition of New Zealand/Australia $251 million/FY16 freight forwarding/customs brokerage services provider APC Logistics. $CHRW PR link.

Cognizant Technology(PBR272) conducting internal investigation regarding certain possible improper payments in India; DOJ, SEC notified. $CTSH PR link.

Salesforce(PBR453 $CRM) to press regulators to block Microsoft(PBR31 $MSFT)-LinkedIn(PBR843 $LNKD) deal. MarketWatch PR link.

Lexmark(PBR601) receives US regulatory approval to proceed with $40.50/share, $3.6 billion cash acquisition by Apex Technology/PAG Asia Capital, needs China approval, expects to close in 2016. $LXK PR link.

SemGroup(PBR866) completes acquisition of Rose Rock Midstream(NYSE: RRMS). $SEMG PR link.

Cognizant Technology(PBR272) promotes Raj Mehta to company president, succeeds Gordon Coburn who has resigned. $CTSH PR link.

Berry Plastics(PBR488) promotes Tom Salmon to president/COO; chairman/CEO Jon Rich to retire from CEO role in 02/17. $BERY PR link.

Clean Harbors(PBR629) vice-chairman/president Jim Rutledge has retired. $CLH PR link.

Allison Transmission(PBR865) hires John Coll as SVP-Global Marketing, Sales & Service. $ALSN PR link.

The US Dept of Treasury says 09/29/16 US Total National Debt at $19.533 trillion, +0.12% from August, +3.76% YTD. Treasury PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US August Total Personal Income Annual Rate at $16.049 trillion, +0.25% from July, +3.87% from August 2015. USDOC PR link.

US Energy Information Adminstration says 09/23/16 Crude Oil Stocks at 502.7 million barrels, -4.4% from 08/26/16, +9.8% from 09/25/15 EIA PR link.

U of Michigan September Consumer Sentiment Index at 91.2, August was 89.8, September 2015 87.2. UMich PR link.

The September MNI Chicago Business Barometer at 54.2, August was 51.5, July 55.8. MNI/ISM Chicago PR link.

Thursday, September 29:

Microsoft(PBR31) creates new AI and Research Group with 5,000 employees, lead by EVP Harry Shum. $MSFT PR link.

Piedmont Natural Gas(PBR993) $6.7 billion acquisition by Duke Energy(PBR114 $DUK) gets NC Utilities Commission approval, to close 10/03/16. $PNY PR link.

Alcoa(PBR115) to separate into two independent public companies, Alcoa & Arconic, on 11/01/16. $AA PR link.

Viacom(PBR212) confirms receipt of letter from 80% voting shareholder National Amusements to explore combination with CBS(PBR210 $CBS). $VIA PR link.

VISA(PBR224) celebrates 1 year anniversary of US chip card launch, lower fraud rates, mobile payments adoption, international acceptance. $V PR link.

Lithia Motors(PBR451) acquires $75 million/year Greiner Ford Lincoln of Casper, WY. Now has 152 stores. $LAD PR link.

Cliffs Natural Resources(PBR518) 2,000 US Steelworkers in Michigan & Minnesota ratify new 3 year labor contract. $CLF PR link.

AECOM(PBR322) names Randall Wotring president, technical/operational services. $ACM PR link.

American Eagle Outfitters(PBR640) hires Bob Madore as EVP/CFO, effective 10/28/16. $AEO PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce 2Q16 3rd Estimate of Real GDP Annual Rate at 1.4%, $18.450 trillion, +0.92% from 1Q16, +2.51% from 2Q15. USDOC PR link.

US Dept of Labor says US Total Unemployment Insurance Claims 4 Week Moving Average at 2,115,250, -1.9% from previous week, -6.1% previous year. USDOL PR link.

FreddieMac(PBR41): 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Average at 3.42%, was 3.43% 08/25/16, 3.86% 09/24/15. $FMCC PR link.

Deutsche Bank crisis threatens to roil global markets. MarketWatch PR link.

OPEC reaches agreement on need to cut oil output. MarketWatch PR link.

Wednesday, September 28:

Medtronic(PBR133) gets FDA approval for world’s first hybrid closed loop insulin delivery system for people with Type 1 diabetes. $MDT PR link.

Abbott Labs(PBR134) gets FDA approval for continuous glucose monitoring system Freestyle Libre Pro. $ABT PR link.

Ashland(PBR407) spinoff Valvoline(NYSE: VVV) closes $22/share IPO, 170 million shares owned by Ashland, 34.5 million by public. $ASH PR link.

Bon-Ton Stores(PBR707) to hire 13,000 associates for the holiday season. $BONT PR link.

Chevron(PBR3) promotes Rhonda Morris to Corporate VP/Human Resources, effective 10/01/16. $CVX PR link.

State Street(PBR260) hires Eric Aboaf as EVP in 12/16, also becomes CFO in 03/17. $STT PR link.

Ferrellgas(PBR801) appoints founder/chairman James Ferrell as interim president/CEO, succeeds Stephen Wambold who has stepped down. $FGP PR link.

Tuesday, September 27:

Wells Fargo(PBR30) launches investigation into retail sales practices, CEO John Stumpf to forfeit $41 million in unvested equity awards. $WFC PR link.

American Express(PBR83) authorizes new repurchase program of up to 150 million shares. $AXP PR link.

Caesars Entertainment(PBR314), Caesars Entertainment Operating Co. announce key economic terms of proposed consensual restructuring plan for CEOC. $CZR PR link.

Boston Scientific(PBR356) to acquire endoscopy devices developer EndoChoice for $8.00/share, $210 million. $BSX PR link.

NCR(PBR383) creates history with its 100,000th ATM installation in India. $NCR PR link.

Boyd Gaming(PBR727) completes $380 million cash acquisition of Aliante Casino Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas. $BYD PR link.

Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906) completes $1.6 billion acquisition of Outerwall(PBR824 $OUTR). $APO PR link.

Pier 1 Imports(PBR916) adopts short-term shareholder rights protection agreement. $PIR PR link.

Corrections Corp(PBR965) to reduce corporate headquarters staff by 50-55 in restructuring, has new cost reduction program. $CXW PR link.

SeaWorld(PBR1013) unveils major new attractions for 2017, investing $175 million. $SEAS PR link.

Tupperware(PBR746) promotes Tricia Stitzel to president/COO effective 10/01/16, succeeds Simon Hemus who becomes vice chairman. $TUP PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce says 2Q16 US Net International Investment Position at Assets $24.5 trillion, Liabilities $32.5 trillion, Deficit $8.0 trillion. USDOC PR link.

The Richmond Federal Reserve Bank says 5th District September Annualized Manufacturing Activity Index at -8%, Aug -11%, July +10%. September Annualized Services Activity Index at +13%, Aug +0%, July +8%. RichmondFed PR link.

Jobs: Labor-force participation rate decline is mostly structural, Fed’s Fischer says. MarketWatch PR link.

The Conference Board says the US September Consumer Confidence Index at 104.1, August was 101.8(1985=100). TCB PR link.

July S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index at 183.47(01/2000=100), June 182.25, July 2015 174.66. HPI PR link.

The World Trade Organization says 2016 global trade to grow at slowest pace since financial crisis, +1.7%, revises 2017 forecast. WTO PR link.

Monday, September 26:

General Motors(PBR8 $GM) 3,900 auto workers in Canada ok new 4 year contract. MarketWatch PR link.

Johnson & Johnson(PBR37) Janssen Biotech unit gets FDA approval for STELARA® (ustekinumab) for the treatment of moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease in adults. $JNJ PR link.

Pfizer(PBR56) decides to remain one company with two distinct and complementary businesses. $PFE PR link.

YUM!(PBR217) to make Yum China a separate public company by 10/31/16; expects to repurchase $1.1 billion in shares by 12/31/16. $YUM PR link.

Ball Corp(PBR312) to sell Baltimore specialty tin plant to US based Independent Can Company for $25 million. $BLL PR link.

Green Plains(PBR649) completes $237 million cash purchase in bankruptcy sale of 3 Abengoa Bioenergy ethanol plants. $GPRE PR link.

Cracker Barrel(PBR729) authorizes up to $25 million share repurchase program. $CBRL PR link.

Great Plains Energy(PBR757) $12.2 billion acquisition of Westar Energy(PBR747 $WR) gets approval by both shareholder groups, on track to close in spring 2017. $GXP PR link.

Granite Construction(PBR831) to get 1/3 of $875 million joint venture design-build transit project in Hawaii. $GVA PR link.

PerkinElmer(PBR839) to reorganize into 2 business segments, Diagnostics and Discovery & Analytical Solutions. $PKI PR link.

Chemtura(PBR849) to be acquired by Germany based global specialty chemicals company LANXESS AG for $33.50/share, $2.5 billion cash. $CHMT PR link.

Staples(PBR122) interim CEO Shira Goodman now president/CEO. $SPLS PR link.

Lands’ End(PBR976) CEO Federica Marchionni steps down, EVPs Joseph Boitano & James Gooch are Co-Interim CEOs, search starts. $LE PR link.

The US Dept of HUD estimates US August New Family Home Sales Annual Rate at 609,000 units, -7.6% from July, +20.6% from August 2015. HUD PR link.

Harvard economics professor Ken Rogoff warns ‘hard landing’ in China poses biggest threat to global economy. MarketWatch PR link.

Friday, September 23:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 09/23/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,261.45, +0.76% from last Friday, -0.76% MTD, +1.85% QTD, +4.80% YTD, -2.01% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,305.75, +1.17% from last Friday, +1.77% MTD, +9.56% QTD, +5.96% YTD, -0.63% from record 5,339.52 on 09/22/16.
SPX ends week at 2,164.69, +1.19% from last Friday, -0.29% MTD, +3.14% QTD, +5.91% YTD, -1.16% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

General Motors(PBR8 $GM) offers buyouts to 400 Cadillac dealers. MarketWatch PR link.

UPS(PBR47) & drone maker CyPhy Works test drone for urgent commercial delivery. $UPS PR link.

Amgen(PBR135) gets FDA approval for biosimilar AMJEVITA™ (Adalimumab-Atto) for treatment of seven inflammatory diseases. $AMGN PR link.

Carnival Corp(PBR184) cruise joint venture in China signs Memorandum of Agreement to order first new cruise ships built in China for the Chinese market. $CCL PR link.

Allergan(PBR219) gets FDA approval of NATRELLE INSPIRA® Cohesive breast implants. $AGN PR link.

Facebook(PBR228 $FB) apologizes for exaggerating video view times. MarketWatch PR link.

Williams Cos(PBR348) & Williams Partners(NYSE: WPZ) complete sale of Canadian businesses to Interline Pipeline(TSX: IPL) for $1.06 billion cash. $WMB PR link.

TransDigm(PBR810) completes acquisition of $75 million/2016 highly engineered valves and actuators manufacturer Young & Franklin, terms not disclosed. $TDG PR link.

hhgregg(PBR864) to hire 500 store associates for its 220 stores in advance of holiday surge. $HGG PR link.

Caterpillar(PBR54) VP/Chief Human Resources Officer Kim Hauer leaving 11/01/16, successor search starts. $CAT PR link.

USG Corp(PBR599) EVP Jennifer Scanlon to be president/CEO on 10/31/16 with retirement of chairman/president/CEO James Metcalf. $USG PR link.

Alliant Energy(PBR634) SVP/CFO Tom Hanson retiring on 12/31/16, Robert Duran to be VP/CFO/Treasurer on 12/01/16. $LNT PR link.

Tesla(PBR651) hires Eric Branderiz as VP/Corporate Controller & Chief Accounting Officer, effective 10/24/16. $TSLA PR link.

Endo Intl(PBR700) promotes Paul Campanelli to president/CEO, succeeds Rajiv De Silva who has stepped down. $ENDP PR link.

The US Federal Reserve proposes to restrict bank involvement with physical commodities. MarketWatch PR link.

Investing Opinion: How to make more money in the stock market: Put away your computer. MarketWatch PR link.

Thursday, September 22:

Lockheed(PBR64) adds $2.0 billion to share repurchase program, balance is now $4.3 billion. $LMT PR link.

Marriott Intl(PBR211) completes $13.3 billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels(PBR417), now has 30 brands, 5,700+ properties. $MAR PR link.

AutoZone(PBR290) authorizes additional $750 million for ongoing share repurchase program. $AZO PR link.

Lennar(PBR340) to acquire Florida community developer/luxury homebuilder WCI Communities(NYSE: WCIC) for $23.50/share, equity value $643 million. $LEN PR link.

Ashland(PBR407) to own 85% of common shares of public spinoff Valvoline, to start trading 09/23/16 on NYSE: VVV. $ASH PR link.

Yahoo!(PBR519) confirms some account information stolen on over 500 million users in late 2014, working with law enforcement. $YHOO PR link.

Tesla(PBR651 $TSLA) files lawsuit to sell cars directly to consumers in Michigan. MarketWatch PR link.

Scripps Networks(PBR732) gets multi-year, multi-platform deal with AT&T(PBR12) to continue to provide its live & on demand channels. $SNI PR link.

Jack in the Box(PBR987) adds $300 million stock buyback program, expires 11/18, $150 million remaining from previous programs. $JACK PR link.

Flowserve(PBR492) president/CEO Mark Blinn to retire upon appointment of successor. $FLS PR link.

The Federal Reserve Board of Chicago says the US August National Activity Index at -0.55, July was +0.24, June +0.09%, slow growth indicated. ChicagoFed PR link.

The National Assn of Realtors says US August Existing Home Sale Median Price was $240,200, -1.6% from July, +5.1% from August 2015. NAR PR link.

The Conference Board says US August Leading Economic Indicator at 124.1(2010=100), moderate growth ahead trend. TCB PR link.

The National Retail Federation says Halloween spending to reach $8.4 billion, highest in survey history. NRF PR link.

Wednesday, September 21:

Target(PBR40) authorizes new $5 billion share repurchase program, to go into effect upon completion of current $10 billion plan. $TGT PR link.

Caterpillar(PBR54) & its dealers to provide $1 billion over 5 years in business, education, & training across Africa. $CAT PR link.

Facebook(PBR228 $FB) founder/CEO Mark Zuckerberg & wife Priscilla Chan pledge $3 billion for eradicating diseases through their for profit philanthropic arm, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, LLC. MarketWatch PR link.

WABCO(PBR704) & Mobileye NV(NYSE: MBLY) to introduce Advanced Driver Assistance System(ADAS) functionalities & Road Experience Management™ (REM™) technology for commercial vehicles. $WBC PR link.

Viacom(PBR212) cuts dividend; interim president/CEO Tom Dooley announces he is leaving effective 11/15/16. $VIA PR link.

Nordstrom(PBR214) appoints EVP Ken Worzel to president, Nordstrom.com; co-presidents responsibilities strategically shifted. $JWN PR link.

NCR(PBR383) hires Mark Benjamin as president/COO. $NCR PR link.

Kapstone(PBR826) Executive Chairman/CEO Roger Stone leaving CEO role on 01/01/17, president/COO Matt Kaplan to be president/CEO; other management changes announced. $KS PR link.

The US Federal Reserve votes 7-3 to keep the federal funds rate at 1/4-1/2%, sees improvement in the economy, but inflation still <2% goal. FRB PR link.

Healthcare: Abbott Labs(PBR134) quotes Plos One study that says malnutrition associated with disease adds $15.5 billion to direct US medical costs. $ABT PR link.

Indiana manufacturers, facing shortage of 1 million workers, go back to drawing board. MarketWatch PR link.

China says it will resume U.S. beef imports. MarketWatch PR link.

Tuesday, September 20:

Microsoft(PBR31) to complete current $40 billion share repurchase program by 12/31/16, authorizes new $40 billion program. $MSFT PR link.

Macy’s(PBR97) to hire 83,000 seasonal workers, 15,000 for fulfillment centers, hiring day event is 08/30/16. $M PR link.

Marriott Intl(PBR211) $13.3 billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels(PBR417 $HOT) receives antitrust approval in China, deal expected to close on 09/23/16. $MAR PR link.

Allergan(PBR219) to acquire liver therapies developer Tobira Therapeutics(NASDAQ: TBRA) for up to $1.695 billion cash/stock. $AGN PR link.

Allergan(PBR219) has acquired private liver disease therapies biopharma firm Akarna Therapeutics for $50 million. $AGN PR link.

DeVry Education(PBR905) voluntarily lowers its threshold on federal funding to 85%. $DV PR link.

Principal Financial(PBR265) promotes Deanna Strable to EVP, to add CFO title on 02/14/17, to succeed retiring Terry Lillis. $PFG PR link.

LabCorp(PBR413) hires John Ratliff to be CEO of Covance Drug Development on 10/01/16. $LH PR link.

Greenbrier Cos(PBR846) appoints Jim Cowan to new position of president, Greenbrier International. $GBX PR link.

US Dept of HUD estimates US August Private Housing Building Permits Annual Rate at 1.139 million, -0.4% from July, -2.3% from August 2015. HUD PR link.

FreddieMac(PBR41) September Outlook says mortgage originations poised to surge as economy sputters along. $FMCC PR link.

Monday, September 19:

Merck(PBR70 $MRK) being sued in US by Sanofi to defend its patent rights on Lantus® and Lantus® Solostar® insulin products. $SNY PR link.

Avnet(PBR100) to sell its global IT distributor Technology Solutions unit to Tech Data(PBR99 $TECD) for $2.6 billion cash/stock. $AVT PR link.

Community Health System(PBR125) in preliminary exploration of a variety of options and alternatives for its business. $CYH PR link.

Kohl’s(PBR149) hiring 69,000+ seasonal workers for the holidays. $KSS PR link.

Thermo Fisher Scientific(PBR175) completes $107.50/share, $4.2 billion cash acquisition of high performance electron microscopy provider FEI Company(NASDAQ: $FEIC). $TMO PR link.

SunTrust Banks(PBR307) commemorates its 125th anniversary. $STI PR link.

KBR(PBR395) completes $266 million acquisition of the Honeywell(PBR74 $HON) 3,550 employee $600 million/yr government services provider HTSI. $KBR PR link.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) completes $20/share, $2.4 billion cash acquisition of Fairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS). $ON PR link.

TerraForm Power exploring strategic alternatives including merger/acquisition, has confidentiality agreement with SunEdison(PBR782 $SUNEQ). $TERP PR link.

Pier 1 Imports(PBR916) gets SEC 13D filing by Alden Global disclosing it has a 9.5% stake in the company. $PIR PR link.

GoPro(PBR1010) intoduces new line of HERO5 cameras and its Karma drone. $GPRO PR link.

Intel(PBR51) hires Bob Swan as EVP/CFO, effective 10/10/16, succeeds Stacy Smith who is taking on other company roles. $INTC PR link.

Chipotle(PBR561) hires Jim Slater as Managing Director-Europe. $CMG PR link.

PolyOne(PBR586) promotes James Sloan to VP/Treasurer, succeeds Scott Leffler who has left for a CFO position. $POL PR link.

Wabash Natl(PBR917) promotes Brent Yeagy to president/COO, effective 10/01/16. $WNC PR link.

The National Assn of Homebuilders says September US National Housing Market Index at 65, August was 59, September 2015 61. NAHB PR link.

Friday, September 16:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 09/16/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,123.80, +0.21% from last Friday, -1.51% MTD, +1.08% QTD, +4.01% YTD, -2.75% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,244.57, +2.31% from last Friday, +0.60% MTD, +8.30% QTD, +4.74% YTD, -0.59% from record 5,275.91 on 09/06/16.
SPX ends week at 2,139.16, +0.53% from last Friday, -1.46% MTD, +1.92% QTD, +4.66% YTD, -2.33% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

Ford(PBR10) to accelerate autonomous vehicle research by moving researchers to new robotics lab at U of Michigan in collaborative effort. $F PR link.

AIG(PBR46) to sell stake in Ascot Lloyd’s Syndicate to Canadian Pension Plan for $1.1 billion, will net $240 million. $AIG PR link.

21st Century Fox(PBR91 $FOX) sues Netflix(PBR447 $NFLX) for poaching employees. MarketWatch PR link.

Abbott Labs(PBR134) to sell its Abbott Medical Optics vision care unit to Johnson & Johnson(PBR37 $JNJ)) for $4.325 billion cash. $ABT PR link.

Range Resources(PBR726) completes $15.75/share, $4.4 billion cash acquisition of N. Louisiana natural gas/oil company Memorial Resource Development Corp(ASDAQ: MRD). $RRC PR link.

Twitter(PBR790 $TWTR) reaches more than 2 million people during first broadcast of NFL’s Thursday Night Football. MarketWatch PR link.

Mattress Firm(PBR932) $64/share, $3.8 billion cash acquistion by S Africa based global integrated retailer Steinhoff is completed. $MFRM PR link.

Molina Healthcare(PBR284) hires Britt Travis as new VP/Medicare Sales. $MOH PR link.

The US Federal Reserve estimates US 2Q16 Households Networth at $89.063 trillion, +1.22% from 1Q16, +3.08% from 2Q15. FRB PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates US August Consumer Price Index for All Items was +0.2% from July, +1.1% over last 12 months. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates US August Current Average Earnings/Hour at $25.73, +0.12% from July, +2.4% from August 2015. USDOL PR link.

The U of Michigan Preliminary US September Index of Consumer Sentiment at 89.8, August Final was 89.8, September 2015 was 87.2. UMich PR link.

Thursday, September 15:

Amazon(PBR29) announces newest & biggest 253 MW Wind Farm West Texas, to open late 2017, power almost 90,000 homes. $AMZN PR link.

Medtronic(PBR133) hires Mark Ploof as SVP/Global Operations & Business Services, succeeds retiring Gary Ellis. $MDT PR link.

Salesforce(PBR453) hires Tony Prophet to new position of Chief Equality Officer. $CRM PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says August US Producer Price Index unchanged from July, also unchanged for last 12 months. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US Total August Mfr/Retail/Wholesale Sales at $1.304 trillion, -0.2% from July, -0.8% from August 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US August Total Retail Sales at $456.3 billion, -0.3% from July, +1.9% from August 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Federal Reserve estimates US August Total Industry Capacity at 75.5%, July was 75.9%, +0.4% from Aug 2015 FRB PR link.

The Philadephia Federal Reserve says the September General Activity Indicator is at 12.8, August was 2.0, July -2.9. PhillyFed PR link.

The New York Federal Reserve September Empire State Manufacturing Survey General Business Conditions Index at -1.99, August was -4.21, July +0.55. NYFed PR link.

Wednesday, September 14:

Ford(PBR10) to invest $4.5 billion to introduce 13 new electrified vehicles by 2020, cost competitive autonomous ride-sharing vehicles by 2021. $F PR link.

UPS(PBR47) to hire about 95,000 full/part-time seasonal employees for the holiday season. $UPS PR link.

American Electric Power(PBR174) to sell 4 power plants totaling 5,200 MW to Blackstone(PBR352 $BX)/ArcLight joint venture for $2.17 billion. $AEP PR link.

Monsanto(PBR187) agrees to be acquired by Germany’s Bayer AG for $128.00/share, $66 billion cash. $MON PR link.

Allergan(PBR219) to acquire dermatologic conditions therapies developer Vitae Pharmaceuticals for $21.00/share, $639 million cash. $AGN PR link.

RR Donnelley(PBR243) to spinoff LSC Communications & Donnelley Financial Solutions on 10/01/16, then do 1:3 reverse stock split. $RRD PR link.

Chipotle(PBR561) hiring 5,000 people through second-annual national career day on 09/28/16. $CMG PR link.

Skechers USA(PBR808) launches joint venture in Israel. $SKX PR link.

Mattress Firm(PBR932) says Steinhoff has completed tender share acquisition offer, transaction to close soon. $MFRM PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates US August Imports Price Index -0.2% from July, Y-to-Y -2.2%, Exports -0.8%, Y-to-Y -2.4%. USDOL PR link.

Tuesday, September 13:

Sprint(PBR86) says pre-orders of Apple(PBR5 $AAPL) iPhone7 & iPhone7 Plus up 375% in first 3 days over last year. $S PR link.

T-Mobile US(PBR95) iPhone7 & iPhone7 Plus by Apple(PBR5 $AAPL) 4 day pre-orders up 4x from next most popular iPhone. $TMUS PR link.

Carlisle Cos(PBR650) adds 4.1 million shares to repurchase program, balance now 5.0 million shares. $CSL PR link.

Intl Flavors & Fragrances(PBR666) to acquire Philadelphia based $85 million/yr flavors developer David Michael. $IFF PR link.

Arch Coal(PBR691) plan of reorganization confirmed by court, expects to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 10/16. $ACIIQ PR link.

Scientific Games(PBR937) wins new 1,460 POS terminals deal with Germany’s $343 million/FY15 SACHSENLOTTO. $SGMS PR link.

JetBlue(PBR429) EVP/CFO Mark Powers to retire on 11/01/16, SVP/Treasurer Jim Leddy to serve as interim CFO. $JBLU PR link.

Tiffany & Co(PBR551) hires Mark Erceg as EVP/CFO, effective 10/18/16. $TIF PR link.

CIT Group(PBR608) hires Stuart Alderoty as EVP/General Counsel & Corporate Secretary. $CIT PR link.

Ruby Tuesday(PBR1041) president/CEO James Buettgen resigns, director F Lane Cardwell, Jr, appointed interim president/CEO; Sue Briley appointed CFO. $RT PR link.

The Atlanta Federal Bank president Dennis Lockhart to step down 02/28/17 after 10 yrs, successor search starts. AtlFed PR link.

The US Dept of Treasury says US August Receipts were $231.3 billion, Outlays $338.4 billion, Deficit $107.1 billion, FY YTD Deficit $620.8 billion. Treasury PR link.

Manpower(PBR132) says Net Employment Outlook of 18% last seen in Q4 2015, strongest since 2007. $MAN PR link.

CoreLogic estimates US July Homes In Serious Delinquency at 1,150,000, -17.3% from July 2015, 449,000 foreclosures completed in last 12 months. CoreLogic PR link.

Monday, September 12:

HP Inc(PBR19) to acquire Samsung Electronics’ printer business for $1.05 billion, plans to reinvent $55 billion printer business. $HPQ PR link.

Alphabet(PBR44 $GOOG)’s Verily Life Sciences unit & France based Sanofi form joint venture OnDue to develop diabetes management platform. Sanofi PR link.

Freeport-McMoRan(PBR128) selling its Deepwater Gulf of Mexico properties to Anadarko Petroleum(PBR154 $APC) for $2.0 billion cash. $FCX PR link.

Sanmina(PBR401) authorizes $150 million stock repurchase program. $SANM PR link.

Perrigo(PBR565 $PRGO) is sent letter by 4.6% shareholder Starboard Value regarding lack of value growth since rejection of Mylan(PBR346) offer. SV PR link.

Albemarle(PBR792) signs agreement for exclusive exploration and acquisition rights to lithium resource in Argentina. $ALB PR link.

E*Trade(PBR930) completes $725 million acquisition of Aperture New Holdings, parent of $104 million/2015 OptionsHouse; Karl Roessner appointed E*Trade CEO. $ETFC PR link.

Frontier Communications(PBR501) hires R Perley McBride to be EVP/CFO. $FTR PR link.

Amkor Technology(PBR659) promotes Megan Faust to VP/CFO, succeeds leaving Joanne Solomon. $AMKR PR link.

Weight Watchers(PBR988) CEO James Chambers resigning, effective 09/30/16, interim office of CEO formed, new CEO search starts. $WTW PR link.

Sunday, September 11:
*** 9/11 15th Anniversay.
*** Remembering Our Lost Ones,
*** Appreciating Our 1st Responders.

Friday, September 9:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 09/09/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,085.45, -2.20% from last Friday, -1.71% MTD, +0.87% QTD, +3.79% YTD, -2.95% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,125.91, -2.36% from last Friday, -1.67% MTD, +5.85% QTD, +2.37% YTD, -2.84% from record 5,275.91 on 09/06/16.
SPX ends week at 2,127.81, -2.39% from last Friday, -1.99% MTD, +1.38% QTD, +4.10% YTD, -2.85% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

General Motors(PBR8) recalling 3.64 million 2014-17 model year vehicles for potential front airbag non-deployment. $GM PR link.

Ford(PBR10) partnering with global cities on new transportation; Chariot Shuttle to be acquired, Ford GoBike to launch in San Francisco. $F PR link.

Air Products(PBR267) approves separation of Versum Materials as independent public company, to start regular trading on NYSE: VSM on 10/03/16. $APD PR link.

MGM Resorts(PBR273) Theater at MGM National Harbor, Maryland, partners exclusively with Live Nation(PBR366 $LYV) for booking/ticketing services. $MGM PR link.

Scientific Games(PBR937) new lottery gaming system goes live in Arizona per 5 year contract won in 07/15. $SGMS PR link.

SandRidge Energy(PBR975) to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy within 30 days per court approval of reorganization. $SDOCQ PR link.

Lumber Liquidators(PBR1061) hires Marty Agard as CFO, Chris Thomsen as SVP/CIO. $LL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US July Total Wholesale Sales at $441.9 billion, -0.45% from June, -1.01% from July 2015. Commerce PR link.

Thursday, September 8:

Ford(PBR10) surpasses 1 million vehicle sales in Asia Pacific YTD after record setting August. $F PR link.

Walgreens Boots Alliance(PBR36) anticipates divesting 500-1,000 stores to acquire Rite Aid(PBR105 $RAD) per discussions with FTC, expects to close $17.2 billion cash deal in 2H2016. $WBA PR link.

Alphabet(PBR44)’s Google to acquire API developer Apigee(NASDAQ: APIC) for $17.40/share, $625 million. $APIC PR link.

Enterprise Products(PBR59) withdraws indication of interest in acquisition of Williams Cos(PBR348 $WMB). $EPD PR link.

AMSURG(PBR945) Sheridan division acquires 2 S California anesthesiology practices with 27 physicians covering 6 independent facilities. $AMSG PR link.

A-Mark Precious Metals(PBR419) EVP/COO Thor Gjerdrum now president with 3 year contract, David Madge now Chief Marketing Officer. $AMRK PR link.

PulteGroup(PBR428) promotes president Ryan Marshall to CEO, succeeds retiring Richard Dugas, Jr, who remains executive chairman. $PHM PR link.

Swift Transportation(PBR547) founder/CEO Jerry Moyes to retire 12/31/16, president/COO Richard Stocking named president/CEO. $SWFT PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US June Total Employee Average Compensation/Hour Costs were $23.35 for wages/salaries, $10.70 for benefits, total $34.05. USDOL PR link.

Wednesday, September 7:

EMC Corp(PBR111) $59 billion acquisition by Dell is completed, creates largest privately controlled tech company. $EMC PR link.

Alcoa(PBR115) announces boards of directors for future Arconic and Alcoa Corp. $AA PR link.

Kohl’s(PBR149) to open 937,000 sf ecommerce fulfillment center in Indianapolis area in 2017 with 300 fulltime & 600 parttime jobs. $KSS PR link.

Apache Corp(PBR208) says its Alpine High acreage in southern Delaware Basin has 75 trillion cubic feet of rich gas & 3 billion barrels of oil. $APA PR link.

Caesars Entertainment(PBR314) to debut Gamblit Gaming skill-based casino games in some CA and NV properties in October. $CZR PR link.

Williams Cos(PBR348) to consolidate from 5 to 3 operating units by early 2017. $WMB PR link.

LabCorp(PBR413) completes $2.40/share, $302 million cash acquisition of women’s health & reproductive genetics provider Sequenom(NASDAQ: SQNM). $LH PR link.

S&P Global(PBR477) completes $1.1 billion sales of J.D. Power unit to investments firm XIO Group. $SPGI PR link.

S&P Global(PBR477) to sell Equity and Fund Research unit to CFRA, terms not disclosed. $SPGI PR link.

Liberty Media(PBR534) to acquire Formula One racing, $8 billion enterprise value. $LMCA PR link.

A.O. Smith(PBR815) to do 2:1 stock split on 09/21/16. $AOS PR link.

Revlon(PBR900) completes $14/share, $870 million acquisition of global beauty products provider Elizabeth Arden(NASDAQ: $RDEN). $REV PR link.

Cedar Fair(PBR977) reports 20.5 million visitors from 2015 Labor Day weekend through 2016 Labor Day weekend, average per guest capital spending at $46.71. $FUN PR link.

Activision Blizzard(PBR540) hires Pete Vlastelica as president/CEO of its Major League Gaming Division. $ATVI PR link.

Pier 1 Imports(PBR916) CEO Alex Smith to leave by mutual agreement effective 12/31/16, new CEO search starts. $PIR PR link.

The US Federal Reserve BeigeBook for July through late August notes modest growth pace, moderate payroll growth. FRB PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates US Total US July Job Openings at 5.871 million, +4.06% from June, +1.42% from July 2015. USDOL PR link.

Tuesday, September 6:

GE(PBR9) to acquire additive manufacturing(3D printing) companies Arcam(Sweden) & SLM(Germany) for $1.4 billion. $GE PR link.

Intel(PBR51) to acquire computer vision & machine intelligence developer Movidius, terms not disclosed. $INTC PR link.

Tesoro(PBR71) to acquire renewable energy biofuels technology developer Virent, terms not disclosed. $TSO PR link.

Danaher(PBR137) to acquire fully automated GeneXpert® systems developer Cepheid(NASDAQ:CPHD) for $53.00/share, about $4 billion cash. $DHR PR link.

Icahn Enterprises(PBR147 $IEP) to acquire outstanding shares it does not own in Federal-Mogul(NASDAQ: $FDML for $9.25/share cash. $FDML PR link.

EOG Resources(PBR159) to acquire private 1.6 million net acres Yates Petroleum in $2.5 billion deal. $EOG PR link.

Carnival Corp(PBR184) orders 3 new cruise ships, first to powered by liquified natural gas. $CCL PR link.

Monsanto(PBR187) confirms receipt of Germany’s Bayer AG new $127.60/share($65 billion) cash bid. $MON PR link.

Spectra Energy(PBR422) to be merged into Enbridge Inc(NYSE: ENB) in $28 billion deal, creates largest energy infrastructure company in N America. $SE PR link.

Chipotle(PBR561) SEC filing says Pershing Square investment group now holds 9.9% of common stock. $CMG PR link.

Arch Coal(PBR691) announces proposed board of directors for when it emerges from bankruptcy. $ACIIQ PR link.

ITT Educational(PBR1078) to cease operations at all ITT Technical Institutes following federal actions, affects 35,000 students. $ESI PR link.

Avnet(PBR100) interim CEO Bill Amelio now officially CEO. $AVT PR link.

Hormel Foods(PBR293) chairman/CEO Jeff Ettinger to retire from CEO role on 10/30/16, president/COO James Snee to become CEO on 10/31/16. $HRL PR link.

Lifepoint Hospital(PBR463) promotes Michael Coggin to CFO, effective 09/30/16, succeeds leaving Leif Murphy. $LPNT PR link.

TeamHealth(PBR498) hires Leif Murphy as president/CEO, succeeds retiring Mike Snow. $TMH PR link.

ISM US August Non-Manufacturing Index at 51.4%, July was 55.5%. ISM PR link.

PurdueU/CME Group US Aug Ag Barometer Future Expectations Index at 102, July was 121, June 107 Purdue/CME PR link.

Monday, September 5:

***US Stock Markets Closed.
***Federal Holiday: Labor Day.

Friday, September 2:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 09/02/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,491.96, +0.50% from last Friday, +0.49% MTD, +3.13% QTD, +6.12% YTD, -0.77% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,249.90, +0.59% from last Friday, +0.70% MTD, +8.41% QTD, +4.84% YTD, -0.23% from record 5,262.02 on 08/15/15.
SPX ends week at 2,179.98, +0.50% from last Friday, +0.42% MTD, +3.86% QTD, +6.66% YTD, -0.46% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

Ireland appeals E.U. ruling to collect billions in taxes from Apple(PBR5 $AAPL). MarketWatch PR link.

Caterpillar(PBR54) contemplates allocation of production from Gosselies, Belgium, to other manufacturing facilities. $CAT PR link.

New PG&E(PBR172) fleet inspects one million homes and businesses using super-sensitive gas-detecting technology. $PCG PR link.

YUM!(PBR217) gets Primavera Capital & Ant Financial to invest $460 million in YUM! China public spinoff on 11/01/16. $YUM PR link.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) extends $20/share, $2.4 billion cash tender offer for Fairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS) to 09/16/16, currently has commitment of 74.0% of shares. $ON PR link.

Republic Airways(PBR1015) files motion with US Bankruptcy Court to approve comprehensive agreement on a long-term relationship with American Airlines(PBR69 $AAL). $RJETQ PR link.

Ferro Corp(PBR1054) promotes Ben Schlater to VP/CFO, succeeds leaving Jeffrey Rutherford; 3 other management changes made. $FOE PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US August Employed at 151,614,000, +97,000 from July, +2,578,000 from Aug 2015, Unemployment Rate stays at 4.9%. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US Total August YTD Exports at $1.271 trillion, Imports $1.561 trillion, Deficit $289 billion. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US July Manufacturers Total New Orders at $454.7 billion, +1.86% from June, -3.54% from July 2015. USDOC PR link.

Thursday, September 1:

Walmart(PBR1 $WMT) eliminating 7,000 back-office store positions. MarketWatch PR link.

Proctor & Gamble(PBR33) starts spinoff of its P&G Specialty Beauty Brands, which will merge with Coty(PBR524 $COTY). $PG PR link.

JCPenney(PBR234) debuts first exclusive Fall capsule collection by plus size designer Ashley Nell Tipton. $JCP PR link.

MGM Resorts(PBR273) completes acquisition of 56% ownership stake in MGM China. $MGM PR link.

Calpine Corp(PBR330) to sell 375 MW natural gas fired Mankato Power Plant to Southern Co(PBR155 $SO) subsidiary for $395.5 million. $CPN PR link.

KKR(PBR332) completes acquisition of industry specific enterprise software global provider Epicor. $KKR PR link.

Sonoco Products(PBR480) to sell its 7 facilities with 850 employees rigid plastics blow molding operations to Amcor for $280 million. $SON PR link.

Ventas(PB671) completes $1.5 billion acquisition of Blackstone(PBR352 $BX)’s Wexford Science & Technology unit. $VTR PR link.

Synopsys(PBR879) replenishes stock repurchase authorization to $500 million. $SNPS PR link.

Verizon(PBR15) EVP/CFO Fran Shammo to step down on 11/01/16, SVP/CFO-Operations Matt Ellis to be successor. $VZ PR link.

CarMax(PBR202) president Bill Nash elected CEO, succeeds now non-executive chairman Tom Folliard. $KMX PR link.

Liberty Interactive(PBR263) promotes Mark Carleton to CFO, Chris Shean to Senior Advisor, Albert Rosenthaler to Chief Corporate Development Officer. $QVCA PR link.

Dean Foods(PBR289) EVP/COO Ralph Scozzafava to succeed CEO Gregg Tanner on 01/01/17. $DF PR link.

Fresh Del Monte(PBR528) president/COO Hani El-Naffy to transition out by 02/28/17, to remain member of the board. $FDP PR link.

Liberty Media(PBR534) promotes Mark Carleton to CFO, Chris Shean to Senior Advisor, Albert Rosenthaler to Chief Corporate Development Officer. $LMCA PR link.

Cooper Tire & Rubber(PBR625) new CEO is Bradley Hughes, succeeds retiring Roy Armes. $CTB PR link.

Tower Intl(PBR874) CFO James Gouin promoted to president, to become CEO on 01/01/17, to succeed retiring Mark Malcolm. $TOWR PR link.

Cooper Cos(PBR950) CFO Gregory Matz to retire 10/31/16, Albert White named successor. $COO PR link.

Cincinnati Bell(PBR1027) promotes Leigh Fox to president/COO, Andrew Kaiser to CFO. $CBB PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US July Total Construction Spending Annual Rate at $1.153 trillion, -0.03% from June, +3.45% from July 2015. USDOC PR link.

FreddieMac says 09/01/16 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates averaged 3.46% w/0.5 points, week ago 3.43%, year ago 3.89%. $FMCC PR link.

Manufacturing ISM Report on Business US August PMI Index at 49.4%, July was 52.6%, Aug 2015 51.0%. ISM PR link.

TrueCar estimates Total US August New Vehicle Sales at $50 billion, -1.7% from Aug 2015, average price $32,339, +0.4% from Aug 2015. TrueCar PR link.

Automotive News says Total US August New Auto Unit Sales at 1.511 million, -0.65% from July, -3.54% from Aug 2015. AutoNews PR link.

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The PBR1000 Case Study: Stock Investor-Dividend Yield

September 23, 2016 by admin

A Dividend Yield Case Study from Snapshot 8

By Larry C. Paxton

During a recent conversation with PhilF, a The PBR1000 Monthly Snapshots subscriber from the Atlanta area, he described some of his strategies for finding stocks in which to consider investing. This quick article is how he has used Dividend Yield as part of his assessment.

Basically, PhilF wanted to consider stocks that had a history of paying out around a 5% to 6% dividend yield, no lower than a 4% dividend yield.

The PBR1000 Monthly Snapshots are a great tool for these types of analyses. In this case the information is easily obtained from The PBR1000 Monthly Snapshot 8: Dividend Yield.

We calculate an Annual Dividend Yield by dividing the total amount of dividends paid in a fiscal year by the stock price at the end of the fiscal year. For example, if ABC Company paid out $1.00 in dividends in 2015, their fiscal year ends on 12/31/15, and the stock price at the close of that day was $20.00/share, the Dividend Yield would be $1.00/$20.00=5%.

The PBR1000 August 2016 Snapshot 8 Summary: Dividend Yield

In August 2016 there were 1,001 companies in The PBR1000. 735 of them paid dividends in FY2015.

The PBR1000 August 2016 Snapshot 8 is sorted by Dividend Yield, from the highest Dividend Yield to the lowest. The Dividend Yield Range for the 735 companies was 101.65%(#1) to 0.03%(#735). The median(#368) was 2.29%.

Those companies that had a FY2015 Dividend Yield of 5% to 6% ranked #65-#92, 28 companies. Of these, 9 had a preceding fiscal year that also had a Dividend Yield of at least 4%.

Here is the table of those results(PBR1000 Rank is by last fiscal year revenues.):

Company	PBR1000 Rank	DY Rank	Symbol	DY 2014	DY 2015
HCP	730	67	HCP	4.95%	5.91%
Enterprise Products	98	68	EPD	6.89%	5.90%
Mattel	413	75	MAT	4.91%	5.59%
Cedar Fair	977	79	FUN	5.96%	5.51%
AT&T	10	82	T	5.48%	5.46%
Centerpoint Energy	333	84	CNP	4.05%	5.39%
Ventas	605	85	VTR	4.14%	5.39%
General Cable	511	87	BGC	4.83%	5.36%
Mercury General	650	88	MCY	4.35%	5.31%

As it turns out, all these The PBR1000 Companies have 2016 fiscal year ends in December. The August Snapshots include FY2016 Dividend Yields for The PBR1000 Companies that have fiscal years ending through June 2016.

From this PhilF quickly narrowed down the stocks of interest, did some additional research, and invested in a couple of stocks. But Snapshot 8 helped him in only a few seconds to get the information from which he wanted to start.

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The PBR1000 August 2016 Breaking News Recap

September 5, 2016 by admin

August 2016: A Wait and See Month?

Maybe Football Season Is The Best Time To Also Develop A New Winning Business Strategy!

By Larry C. Paxton

There were some opportunities for some major dramatics in August 2016, but not much materialized.

Perhaps much of the excitement energy was transferred to the Rio De Janeiro 31st Olympiad which was center stage for half of the month. As always, it was a great celebration of sport at its best with dazzling performances in gymnastics, swimming, track & field, and many other events.

In the meantime US and global economic news continued to show moderate growth at best, with some big question marks regarding what Brexit really means. Mergers and acquisition activities were modest. There were no surprising leadership changes. The Federal Reserve did send a message that it might be open to increase the funds interest rate, but it would be a minimal increase.

With Labor Day being the traditional end of summer we enter a new season The big question is which will be more volatile, the economy, markets, the much anticipated U.S. Presidential debates, or the college and pro football season?

Following are The PBR1000 and economic related breaking news items of interest for August 2016, starting with the last active business day.

Wednesday, August 31:

The PBR1000 End of August US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends August at 18,400.88, +0.03% from last Friday, -0.17%% MTD, +2.63% QTD, +5.60% YTD, -1.26% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends August at 5,213.22, -0.11% from last Friday, +0.99% MTD, +7.65% QTD, +4.11% YTD, -0.93% from record 5,262.02 on 08/15/15.
SPX ends August at 2,170.95, +0.09% from last Friday, -0.12% MTD, +3.43 QTD, +6.21% YTD, -0.88% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

Amazon(PBR29 $AMZN) and Wells Fargo(PBR30 $WFC) abruptly end student loan partnership. MarketWatch PR link.

Deere & Co(PBR81) to contest DOJ decision to block acquisition of Monsanto(PBR187 $MON) subsidiary The Climate Corp’s Precision Planting $100 million/year farming equipment unit. $DE PR link.

C.H. Robinson(PBR215) to acquire New Zealand/Australia $251 million/FY16 freight forwarding/customs brokerage services provider APC Logistics for $225 million cash. $CHRW PR link.

A-Mark Precious Metals(PBR419) acquires majority interest in Indiana based SilverTowne Mint, signs exclusive supplier agreement with global refiner/precious metals producer Asahi Refining USA. $AMRK PR link.

JetBlue(PBR429) flight 387 arrives in Santa Clara, Cuba, first US commercial flight to Cuba in over 50 years. $JBLU PR link.

Insight(PBR460) acquires Perth, Australia based technology consulting/managed services provider Ignia. $NSIT PR link.

Pioneer Natural Resources(PBR476) completes $450 million acquisition of 28,000 Midland Basin acres from Devon Energy(PBR143 $DVN). $PXD PR link.

NVIDIA(PBR510) in partnership with China’s Baidu to use artificial intelligence to develop cloud-to-car autonomous car platform. $NVDA PR link.

Brunswick(PBR584) completes acquisition of Germany based $41 million/2015 Indoor Cycling Group. $BC PR link.

IDEX(PBR861) completes $239 million acquisition of global Swiss based metal-to-metal seal & flow control solutions manufacturer SFC Koenig AG. $IEX PR link.

Fitbit(PBR870) opens Europe/Middle East/Africa headquarters office in Dublin, Ireland. $FIT PR link.

Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906) extends $1.6 billion tender offer for Outerwall(824) to 09/22/16, 28.1% of shares tendered to date. $APO PR link.

Blackhawk Network(PBR998) to acquire UK based 20,000 clients global branding services provider Grass Roots Group for $118 million cash. $HAWK PR link.

McDonald’s(PBR101) USA president Mike Andres to retire at 2016 end, Chris Kempczinski named successor, other executive appointments named. $MCD PR link.

IDEX(PBR861) names Mike Yates as Interim CFO, effective 09/09/16, Heath Mitts is leaving. $IEX PR link.

ADP(PBR235) says 177,000 new US jobs created in August. $ADP PR link.

The Chicago August PMI Index falls 4.3 points to 51.5. MNI-ISM PR link.

Tuesday, August 30:

European Commission says Ireland gave illegal tax benefits to Apple(PBR5 $AAPL) worth up to $14.5 billion. EC PR link.

Apple(PBR5) CEO Tim Cook writes letter regarding history of taxes in European operations, says European Commission decision unfounded. $AAPL PR link.

Honeywell(PBR74) completes $1.5 billion acquisition of private supply chain & warehouse automatiion provider Intelligrated. $HON PR link.

KKR(PBR332) to acquire 4,000 clients contact centers & analytics software developer Calabrio, terms not disclosed. $KKR PR link.

Chipotle(PBR561) to offer free Kid’s Meals with purchase of an entre on Sundays during September. $CMG PR link.

Under Armour(PBR668) to open 1.3 million sf distribution center in Sparrows Point, MD, in summer 2018, employ 1,000. $UA PR link.

Brinker Intl(PBR697)’s Chili’s unit makes $30 million over 6 years commitment to St. Jude School Program. $EAT PR link.

Ford(PBR10) Credit unit group VP, chairman/CEO Bernard Silverstone retiring 10/01/16 after 37 years; Joy Falotico named successor. $F PR link.

General Cable(PBR418) hired Leah Stark in 07/16 as SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer. $BGC PR link.

S&P Global(PBR477) hires Steve Kemps as EVP/General Counsel. $SPGI PR link.

CIT Group(PBR608) rehires Jim Duffy to be EVP/Chief Human Resources Officer. $CIT PR link.

The Conference Board says the August Consumer Confidence Index(1985=100) is at 101.1, July was 96.7, Dec 2015 96.3. TCB PR link.

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller June US National Home Price Index(Jan2000=100) at 182.42, May at 180.69, June 2015 173.61. CoreLogic PR link.

Monday, August 29:

Chevron(PBR3) to provide 0.65 million metric tons of liquid natural gas annually for 10 years to China through deal with ENN LNG Trading Company. $CVX PR link.

Amazon(PBR29) to open 850,000+ sf fulfillment center in Monee, IL. $AMZN PR link.

Walgreens Boots Alliance(PBR36) Walgreens unit & Prime Therapeutics to form new central specialty pharmacy/mail service businesses. $WBA PR link.

Mondelez(PBR87) says no longer pursuing acquisition of Hershey(PBR354 $HSY). $MDLZ PR link.

Southern Co(PBR155) subsidiary to acquire 147 MW Grant Plains wind facility in Oklahoma. $SO PR link.

NextEra Energy(PBR173) reaches agreements with 17 global financial institutions for $18.4 billion Oncor transaction. $NEE PR link.

Nordstrom(PBR214) to carry edited J. Crew collection in 16 full line stores & online beginning 09/12/16. $JWN PR link.

Core-Mark(PBR271) supply agreement with 1,100 Circle K stores in SE US not being renewed in 01/17. $CORE PR link.

Packaging Corp(PBR425) completes $386 million cash acquisition of independent corrugated products producer $324 million/2015 TimBar. $PKG PR link.

USG Corp(PBR599) to sell building product distributor L&W Supply unit to private $5.9 billion/2015 ABC Supply for $670 million cash. $USG PR link.

Verisk Analytics(PBR943) acquires offshore oil/gas data & subscriptions business of Quest Offshore. $VRSK PR link.

American Airlines(PBR69) promotes COO Robert Isom to president, succeeds leaving Scott Kirby. $AAL PR link.

United Continental(PBR77) hires Scott Kirby to new role of president. $UAL PR link.

KKR(PBR332) expands Asia-Pacific leadership team with new appointments in China, Korea, & Singapore. $KKR PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates Total US July Personal Income Annual Rate at $16.023 trillion, +0.45% from June, +4.0% from July 2015 USDOC PR link.

Friday, August 26:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 08/26/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,395.40, -0.85% from last Friday, -0.20% MTD, +2.60% QTD, +5.57% YTD, -1.29% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,218.92, -0.37% from last Friday, +1.10% MTD, +7.77% QTD, +4.22% YTD, -0.82% from record 5,262.02 on 08/15/15.
SPX ends week at 2,169.04, -0.68% from last Friday, -0.21% MTD, +3.34% QTD, +6.12% YTD, -0.96% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

Judge denies Caesars Entertainment(PBR314 $CZR) litigation reprieve in $11 billion bondholder battle. MarketWatch PR link.

Herbalife(PBR354) CEO expresses appreciation for Carl Icahn‘s purchase of 2.3 million shares. $HLF PR link.

Rackspace(PBR935) to be acquired by Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906 $APO) for $32.00/share, $4.3 billion cash. $RAX PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce 2nd Estimate 2Q GDP is 1.1%, $18.437 trillion, Personal Consumption Expenditures $12.965 trillion. USDOC PR link.

The Fed: Text of Janet Yellen’s speech at Jackson Hole, WY, symposium. When will interest rates go up? FRB PR link.

The U of Michigan August Final Index of Consumer Sentiment at 89.8, July was 90.0, Aug 2015 91.9. UMich PR link.

Investing: E*Trade(PBR930) study reveals varying ETF preferences of older & younger investors. $ETFC PR link.

Thursday, August 25:

Amazon(PBR29) introduces Amazon Vehicles, a car research destination & automotive community. $AMZN PR link.

Amazon(PBR29) to open 8th Texas fulfillment center, 2nd in Coppell. Employs over 10,000 full-time hourly workers in 5 current open facilities. $AMZN PR link.

Walgreens Boots Alliance(PBR36) exercises 2nd tranche of warrants to purchase AmerisourceBergen(PBR16 $ABC) shares, now owns 23.9% equity stake. $WBA PR link.

Freddie Mac(PBR41) & Fannie Mae(PBR17 $FNMA) to continue high loan-to-value refinancing HARP program through 09/30/17 when new program kicks in. $FMCC PR link.

Mylan(PBR346) providing options to cut retail cost of its EpiPen by 50% for eligible patients. $MYL PR link.

Berry Plastics(PBR488) to acquire flexible plastic packaging films manufacturer AEP Industries(NASDAQ: $AEPI) for $765 million cash/stock, includes debt. $BERY PR link.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) receives FTC regulatory approval for acquisition of Fairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS). tender offer still needs to be satisfied. $ON PR link.

Great Plains Energy(PBR757) $12.2 billion cash/stock acquisition of Westar Energy(PBR747 $WR) to be voted on by shareholders of both companies on 08/26/16, still expects to close in spring 2017. $GXP PR link.

Estee Lauder(PBR255) hires Andrew Ross as SVP/Strategy & New Business Development. $EL PR link.

Wednesday, August 24:

Pfizer(PBR56) to acquire small molecule anti-infective business from AstraZeneca for up to $1.575 billion plus royalties. $PFE PR link.

Lear Corp(PBR165) hires Dr. Andre Weimerskirch as VP, Cyber Security for E-Systems. $LEA PR link.

Williams Cos(PBR348) confirms receipt of investor Corvex‘s director nominations, expresses disappointment on timing. $WMB PR link.

Alcoa(PBR115) hires Kate Hargrove Ramundo to be future Arconic spinoff EVP/Chief Legal Officer/Secretary. $AA PR link.

Jones Lang LaSalle(PBR449) president Christian Ulbrich to add CEO role on 10/01/16, to succeed retiring Colin Dyer. $JLL PR link.

The Natl Assn of Realors says July Existing Home Sales Annual Rate at 5,390,000, -3.2% from June, -1.6% from July 2015 $NAR PR link.

Discover Financial(PBR286) report says Millennials are twice as likely as Boomers to take out a home equity loan. $DFS PR link.

Equifax(PBR795) survey says most college students pay credit cards in full each month. $EFX PR link.

Tuesday, August 23:

Medtronic(PBR133) completes $1.1 billion cash acquisition of miniaturized, mechanical circulatory support technologies developer Heartware International(NASDAQ: $HTWR). $MDT PR link.

Lear Corp(PBR165) signs investment agreement to build a 32,000 sq meter leather plant in Yangzhou, China. $LEA PR link.

Tesla(PBR651) announces new Model S electrical car version with range of 315 miles, 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, fastest production car in the world. $TSLA PR link.

Albemarle(PBR792) to acquire 15,000 MT/year lithium salts production assets in China. $ALB PR link.

Zoetis(PBR500) promotes Glenn David to EVP/CFO, succeeds Paul Herendeen, who has resigned. $ZTS PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates July New Home Sales Annual Rate at 654,000, +12.4% from June, +31.3% from July 2015. July New Home Median Price at $294,600, -5.1% from June, -0.5% from July 2015. USDOC PR link.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond estimates August 5th District Manufacturing Index(Annualized) at -11%, July was +10%, June -10%. RichmondFed PR link.

Monday, August 22:

Pfizer(PBR56) to acquire oncology biopharma firm Medivation(NASDAQ: $MDVN) for $81.50/share, $14 billion. $PFE PR link.

Peabody Energy(PBR372) reaches agreement with Illinois on financial assurances in support of coal mine restoration activities. $BTUUQ PR link.

TeamHealth(PBR498) acquires operations of Grossmont Emergency Medical Group, serves 100,000 San Diego area patients/year. $TMH PR link.

Green Plains(PBR649) to purchase 3 Abengoa Bioenergy ethanol plants for $237 million cash in bankruptcy sale. $GPRE PR link.

Office Depot(PBR182) Chairman/CEO Roland Smith to resign CEO role by 1Q2017 end; Troy Rice promoted to new position of COO. $ODP PR link.

Viacom(PBR212) president/CEO Philippe Bauman steps down, COO Thomas Dooley named interim president/CEO through 09/30/16, 5 independent directors elected to board. $VIA PR link.

Marathon Oil(PBR250) promotes T Mitch Little to EVP/Operations; EVP/CFO JR Sult is leaving; other executive changes made. $MRO PR link.

Avis Budget(PBR316) hires Arthur Orduna to new position of Chief Innovation Officer. $CAR PR link.

A. Schulman(PBR791) promotes Gary Miller to COO, Frank Roederer to SVP/GM USCAN. $SHLM PR link.

July Chicago Fed National Activity Index +0.27, from +0.05 in June. ChicagoFed PR link.

Friday, August 19:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 08/19/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,552.57, -0.13% from last Friday, +0.65% MTD, +3.47% QTD, +6.47% YTD, -0.45% from record 18,636.05 on 08/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,238.38, +0.10% from last Friday, +1.48% MTD, +8.17% QTD, +4.61% YTD, -0.45% from record 5,262.02 on 08/15/15.
SPX ends week at 2,183.87, -0.01% from last Friday, +0.47% MTD, +4.05% QTD, +6.85% YTD, -0.29% from record 2,190.15 on 08/15/16.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) extends $20/share, $2.4 billion cash tender offer for Fairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS) to 09/01/16, currently has commitment of 70.3% of shares. $ON PR link.

A. Schulman(PBR791) to promote Andrean Horton to EVP/Chief Legal Officer on 09/01/16, succeeds retiring David Minc. $SHLM PR link.

Thursday, August 18:

Dow Chemical(PBR48) celebrates its 50,000th Habitat for Humanity home. $DOW PR link.

Caterpillar(PBR54) to close down certain mining product lines, eliminate 195 jobs. $CAT PR link.

Sprint(PBR86) launches Unlimited Freedom, 2 lines $100/mo unlimited talk/text/data plan. $S PR link.

T-Mobile US(PBR95) announces T-Mobile ONE unlimited calls/text/data 4 line family plan for $160/mo. $TMUS PR link.

Emerson Electric(PBR109) to acquire valves & controls business from Pentair(PBR363 $PNR) for $3.15 billion. $EMR PR link.

Continental Resources(PBR497) to sell 80,000 acres of non-strategic properties in N Dakota & Montana for $222 million. $CLR PR link.

Toro(PBR855) to do 2-for-1 stock split, effective 09/16/16. $TTC PR link.

Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906) & Nike(PBR98 $NKE) form strategic partnership for apparel manufacturing in the Americas. $APO PR link.

United Continental(PBR77) hires Andrew Levy as EVP/CFO, Julia Haywood as EVP/Chief Commercial Officer. $UAL PR link.

Macy’s(PBR97) hires Richard Lennox as Chief Marketing Officer, effective 09/15/16. $M PR link.

General Cable(PBR418) EVP & president/CEO of Americas Gregory Lampert leaving; Juan Mogollon hired as SVP of Latin America. $BGC PR link.

A. Schulman(PBR791) Chairman Joe Gingo is now also president/CEO with departure of Bernard Rzepka. $SHLM PR link.

The US Dept of Justice issues a directive to phase out use of private prisons. DOJ PR link.

Employment: There are 1.2 million missing retail workers because Amazon(PBR29 $AMZN)’s so good MarketWatch PR link.

The Philadelphia Federal Reserve says August Manufacturing Business Outlook Survey Index at +2.0, July was -2.9, June 4.7. PhillyFed PR link.

The Conference Board says August Leading Economic Index at 124.3(2010=100), July was 123.8, June 123.4. TCB PR link.

Wednesday, August 17:

Cisco(PBR60) announces restructuring plan, to lay off up to 5,500 employees, 7% of global workforce. $CSCO PR link.

Progressive(PBR145), 4th largest US auto insurer, reports July Personal Lines Policies in Force are 14.544 million, +7% from July 2015. $PGR PR link.

JCPenney(PBR234) presents 3 year plan for accelerated growth through private brands, home & beauty. $JCP PR link.

Ingredion(PBR415) to acquire 120 employee rice starch/rice flour business of Thailand’s Sun Flour Industry Co, now has 870 employees, 4 facilities in Thailand. $INGR PR link.

Universal Forest Products(PBR733) promotes Mike Mordell to EVP-International Operations. $UFPI PR link.

The US Federal Reserve releases FOMC minutess for July meeting, labor market improved, 2Q GDP moderate, inflation rate <2% target. FRB PR link.

Tuesday, August 16:

Ford(PBR10) targets fully autonomous vehicle for ride sharing in 2021; invests in new tech companies, doubles Silicon Valley team. $F PR link.

Essendant(PBR458) reorganizing into Business & Facilities Essentials and Industrial Essentials, names management team. $ESND PR link.

Leidos(PBR475) completes $1.8 billion/50.5% equity acquisition of Lockheed(PBR64 $LMT)’s Information Systems & Global Solutions unit. $LDOS PR link.

Cintas(PBR523) to acquire branded uniforms & facility services programs G & K Services(NASDAQ: GK) for $97.50/share, $2.2 billion enterprise value. $CTAS PR link.

Wolverine Worldwide(PBR722) authorizes up to $300 million over 4 years share repurchase program. $WWW PR link.

KB Home(PBR802) acquires rights to 300+ homesites in master-planned community The Meadows in Castle Rock, CO. $KBH PR link.

Buffalo Wild Wings(PBR981) expands share repurchase program by $300 million, balance is $375 million. $BWLD PR link.

Visteon(PBR351) hires Christian Garcia as EVP/CFO, effective 10/01/16. $VC PR link.

Barnes & Noble(PBR408) CEO Ronald Boire departs per board decision, executive chairman Leonard Riggio to be interim CEO. $BKS PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US July Consumer Price Index was +0.0%, last 12 mos +0.8%(Unadjusted). USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US July Average Current Weekly Earnings at $886.31, +0.6% from June, +2.4% from July 2015. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of HUD says US July Private Housing Building Permits were 1,152,000, -0.09% from June, +0.88% from July 2015 HUD PR link.

The US Federal Reserve says US July Total Industrial Production Capacity at 75.9%, +0.5% from June, -1.5% from July 2015. FRB PR link.

Monday, August 15:

AIG(PBR46) to sell its private mortgage insurance unit United Guaranty Corporation to Arch Capital Group(NASDAQ: ACGL) for $3.4 billion. $AIG PR link.

Aetna(PBR49) to reduce participation in Affordable Care Act individual public exchanges from 778 counties to 242 in 2017. $AET PR link.

Dollar General(PBR151) opens site 13,000, located in Birmingham, AL. $DG PR link.

Jones Lang LaSalle(PBR449) acquires Singapore 180 professional staff Asia Pacific interior design service PDM International. $JLL PR link.

Salesforce(PBR453 $CRM) to acquire business analytics firm BeyondCore, terms not disclosed. BeyondCore PR link.

Xylem(PBR575) to acquire global water industry technologies/data analytics firm $837 million/FY2016 Sensus for $1.7 billion. $XYL PR link.

Diebold(PBR676) completes $1.8 billion acquisition of Germany based 9,000 employee retail banks IT solutions/services provider Wincor Nixdorf. $DBD PR link.

Concho Resources(PBR734) to acquire 40,000 net Midland Basin acres from Reliance Energy for $1.625 billion, to have 150,000+ net acres. $CXO PR link.

FreddieMac(PBR41) August Outlook says 2016 could reach $2 trillion in mortgage originations, forecasts 2017 GDP at 1.9%. $FMCC PR link.

The preliminary Natl Assn of Homebuilders US August Housing Market Index at 60, July was 58, June 60. NAHB/Wells Fargo PR link.

The NY Federal Reserve says the August Empire State Manufacturing Survey General Business Conditions Index at -4.21, July was +0.55, Aug 2015 -12.79. NYFed PR link.

Friday, August 12:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 08/12/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,576.47, +0.18% from last Friday, +0.78% MTD, +3.61% QTD, +6.61% YTD, -0.20% from record 18,613.51 on 08/11/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,232.89, +0.23% from last Friday, +1.37% MTD, +8.06% QTD, +4.50% YTD, +0.00% from record 5,232.89 on 08/12/15.
SPX ends week at 2,184.05, +0.05% from last Friday, +0.48% MTD, +4.06% QTD, +6.85% YTD, -0.08% from record 2,185.79 on 08/11/16.

Anthem(PBR38 $ANTM)-Cigna(PBR85 $CI) merger ruling unlikely to come in 2016, judge says. MarketWatch PR link.

KBR(395) to acquire the Honeywell(PBR74) 3,550 employee $600 million/yr government services provider HTSI for $266 million. $KBR PR link.

SunEdison(PBR782 $SUNEQ) shareholders lose bankruptcy fight, judge says company ‘hopelessly insolvent.’ MarketWatch PR link.

E*Trade(PBR930) reports End of July Stock Plan Accounts at 1,455,148, +0.8% from June, +8.1% from July 2015. $ETFC PR link.

21st Century Fox(PBR91 $FOX) Fox News unit gets new leadership team. MarketWatch PR link.

Dick’s Sporting Goods(PBR367) Teri List-Stoll no longer EVP/CFO, EVP/COO Andre Hawaux to serve as interim CFO. $DKS PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US June Trade Sales/Mfrs Shipments at $1.308 trillion, +1.16% from May, -0.64% from June 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce Advance July Retail Trade Total at $457.7 billion, -0.04% from June, +2.26% from July 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US July Producer Price Index at -0.4%, June was +0.5%, -0.2% from July 2015. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Agriculture August WASDE report forecasts record levels for corn & soybean crops for 2016/2017. USDA PR link.

The U of Michigan Preliminary August Consumer Sentiment Index at 90.4, July was 90.0, June 93.5. UMich PR link.

Thursday, August 11:

Ingram Micro(PBR62) $38.90/share, $6.0 billion acquisition by China based Tianjin Tianhai must close by extended date of 11/13/16. $IM PR link.

Macy’s(PBR97) to close around 100 of its 728 stores in early 2017, represents $1 billion in revenues. $M PR link.

United Natural Foods(PBR371) acquires $50 million/year fresh & organic foods distributor/merchandiser Gourmet Guru. $UNFI PR link.

Lithia Motors(PBR451) acquires Kemp Ford in Thousand Oaks, CA, to add $65 million to annual revenues. $LAD PR link.

Meredith Corp(PBR994) promotes Tom Harty to president/COO. $MDP PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US July Import Price Index was +0.1%, June was +0.6%, Yr-to-Yr -3.7%. USDOL PR link.

Adobe Systems(PBR557) reports falling consumer goods prices for six consecutive months in July Digital Price Index. http://bit.ly/2aLCsbZ

Healthcare: Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) says most companies paying at least 5% more for health insurance premiums in 2016; 1-in-4 incurring double digit increases. $AJG PR link.

Wednesday, August 10:

Exelon(PBR102) to invest $25 billion over 5 years in infrastructure, smart grid technology in its 6 utilities serving 10 million customers. $EXC PR link.

Chesapeake Energy(PBR131) to transfer N Texas Barnett Shale asset to First Reserve; to renegotiate Mid-Continent Gas Gathering agreement. $CHK PR link.

Peabody Energy(PBR372) business plan approved by DIP lenders, plans to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy by end of year. $BTUUQ PR link.

JetBlue(PBR429) July Passenger Load Factor at 87.7%, June was 87.0%, YTD is 85.1%. $JBLU PR link.

Herbalife(PBR487) gets approval from China’s Ministry of Commerce to operate in 3 more provinces, currently in 25. $HLF PR link.

LAM Research(PBR520 $LRCX) and KLA-Tencor(PBR692) provides update on $10.6 billion deal, regulatory approvals might extend past 10/20/16. $KLAC PR link.

WABCO(PBR704) to supply vast majority of vacuum pumps for China based auto manufacturer/Volvo owner Geely in multi-year deal. $WBC PR link.

AAR Corp(PBR883) hires Marcus Jadotte as VP of Public Affairs, to establish a Washington DC office. $AIR PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates Total US June Job Openings at 5,624,000, +2.0% from May, +8.8% from June 2015. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Treasury says Total US July Receipts were $210.0 billion, Outlays $322.8 billion, Deficit $112.8 billion, YTD Deficit $513.7 billion. Treasury PR link.

Tuesday, August 9:

Walt Disney(PBR57) to acquire 33% stake in video streaming company BAMTech for $1 billion, option to purchase majority stake. $DIS PR link.

American Airlines(PBR69) reports July traffic, total passenger load factor at 85.2%, -2.1% from July 2015. $AAL PR link.

RR Donnelley(PBR243) to move from NASDAQ to NYSE on 08/22/16, will use same RRD symbol. $RRD PR link.

Gannett(PBR414) completes $4.60/share, $140 million acquisition of $320 million/year digital market solutions company ReachLocal. $GCI PR link.

TD Ameritrade(PBR662) averaged 454,000 client trades per day in July, -3% from June, same as July 2015. $AMTD PR link.

SunPower(PBR680) to lay off 15% of workforce, 1,200 positions, primarily from the Philippines. $SPWR PR link.

Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906) affiliates extend $30.25/share, $2.2 billion cash tender offer to acquire Diamond Resorts Intl(NYSE: DRII) extended to 08/24/16. $APO PR link.

Community Health System(PBR125) promotes Tim Hingtgen to president/COO on 09/01/16, succeeds retiring Wayne Smith. $CYH PR link.

hhgregg(PBR864) promotes Kevin Kovacs to CFO, Samuel Johnson to Chief Retail Officer. $HGG PR link.

Domino’s Pizza(PBR889) opens 13,000th store in the Seattle, WA, area. $DPZ PR link.

US Dept of Labor 2Q2016 Labor Productivity Annual Rate -0.7% from 1Q2016, Output +1.4%. USDOL PR link.

US Dept of Commerce estimates Total US June Wholesale Sales at $444.6 billion, +1.88% from May, -0.45% from June 2015. USDOC PR link.

CoreLogic: 38,000 completed foreclosures in June, down 4.9% YOY. CoreLogic PR link.

Monday, August 8:

Walmart(PBR1) to acquire e-commerce store Jet.com for $3 billion cash plus $300 million stock. $WMT PR link.

Chevron(PBR3) gets affirmation from US Appeals Court that $9.5 billion judgment in Ecuador was fraudulent & unenforceable in the US. $CVX PR link.

Delta Air Lines(PBR72) issues statement to customers regarding flight cancellations & delays. $DAL PR link.

Marriott Intl(PBR211) merger with Starwood Hotels(PBR417 $HOT) extended by up to 60 days per China Ministry of Commerce request. $MAR PR link.

Williams Cos(PBR348) to receive $209 million & Williams Partners(NYSE: WPZ) $817 million in sale of Canadian businesses. $WMB PR link.

Terex(PBR357) gets European Union & US Antitrust clearances for $1.3 billion sale of Material Handling/Port Solutions business to Konecranes, expected to close early 2017. $TEX PR link.

Intuit(PBR529)’s QuickBooks Online unit passes 1.5 million paid subscribers. $INTU PR link.

AMC Entertainment(PBR851) to accelerate deployment of Dolby cinema in 100 AMC sites by end of 2017, 7 years early. $AMCX PR link.

Mattress Firm(PBR932) to be acquired by S Africa based global integrated retailer Steinhoff for $64.00/share, $3.8 billion cash. $MFRM PR link.

Vail Resorts(PBR1032) to acquire Canada mountain resort Whistler Blackcomb in $46.8/share, $1.8 billion cash/stock deal. $MTN PR link.

Polaris Industries(PBR531) promotes Joel Houlton to VP Global Safety and Quality. $PII PR link.

Endo Intl(PBR700) hires Joseph Ciaffoni as president, US Branded Pharmaceuticals. $ENDP PR link.

hhgregg(PBR864) appoints 4 to SVP/VP responsibilities in marketing, 3 merchandising areas. $HGG PR link.

Red Robin(PBR1046) promotes president Denny Marie Post to CEO, succeeds retiring Steve Carley. $RRGB PR link.

New York Federal Reserve article: Consumers’ Income/Spending Growth Expectations Strengthen, Labor Market Expectations Weaken. $NYFED PR link.

Fannie Mae(PBR17 $FNMA) and Freddie Mac(PBR41 $FMCC) could need $126 billion taxpayer bailout in next crisis, stress test finds. MarketWatch PR link.

Friday, August 5:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 08/05/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,543.53, +0.60% from last Friday/MTD, +3.42% QTD, +6.42% YTD, -0.28% from record 18,595.03 on 07/20/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,221.12, +1.14% from last Friday/MTD, +7.81% QTD, +4.27% YTD, +0.00% from record 5,221.12 on 08/05/15.
SPX ends week at 2,182.87, +0.43% from last Friday/MTD, +4.00% QTD, +6.80% YTD, +0.00% from record 2,182.87 on 08/05/16.

The PBR1000 End of July Top 5 Companies by Market Capitalization:
1. Apple(PBR3), $AAPL, $562.02B
2. Alphabet(PBR35), $GOOGL, $527.82
3. Microsoft(PBR25), $MSFT, $442.56B
4. ExxonMobil(PBR2), $XOM, $368.84B
5. Amazon(PBR18), $AMZN, $358.03B

Range: $562.02 to $0.00, median was $6.34B(PBR502), Average was $21.14B(PBR226).

Total The PBR1000 Market Capitalization was $21,208.33B, +3.30% from June, +5.31%YTD, +3.12% from 12/31/14. (1,003 companies)

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American Airlines(PBR69) & TMU-IAM Association reach interim agreement on pay increases for 30,000 ground employees. $AAL PR link.

International Paper(PBR117) to complete $2.2 billion acquisition of Weyerhauser(PBR355 $WY)‘s pulp business in 4Q2016. $IP PR link.

AbbVie(PBR136 $ABBV) files patent suit against Amgen(PBR135 $AMGN) over Humira biosimilar. MarketWatch PR link.

Priceline(PBR319)’s Booking.com unit adds its one-millionth property in Nantucket, Massachussets. $PCLN PR link.

Mylan(PBR346) completes $9.9 billion acquisition of Sweden based 4,500 employee global pharmaceuticals provider Meda. $MYL PR link.

Sprint(PBR86) hires Jan Geldmacher, former CEO of Vodafone Global Enterprise, as president of Sprint Enterprise. http://sprint.co/2ap4Q8h

Scientific Games(PBR937) hires Kevin Sheehan as new president/CEO, Gavin Isaacs to become vice chairman of the board. $SGMS PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates US July Employment at 151.5 million, +420,000 from June, +2.7 million from Jul 2015, Unemployment rate at 4.9%. USDOL PR link.

US Dept of Commerce says US Total June Exports YTD at $1.091 trillion, Imports $1.335 trillion, Deficit $245 billion. USDOC PR link.

US Federal Reserve estimates US June Consumer Credit Outstanding at $3.634 trillion, +0.34% from May, +2.78% YTD, +5.77% from June 2015 FedReserve PR link.

Thursday, August 4:

Spectra Energy(PBR422) sells its Canadian natural gas liquids business to Plains Midstream Canada for $204 million. $SE PR link.

LinkedIn(PBR843) 2Q2016 report says cumulative members grew 18% year-over-year to 450 million. $LNKD PR link.

Natl Oilwell Varco(PBR127) promotes Isaac Joseph to president, Wellbore Technologies unit. $NOV PR link.

Diebold(PBR676) promotes Octavio Marquez to SVP/Managing Director N & S America operations. $DBD PR link.

TreeHouse Foods(PBR690) EVP/CFO & interim president of Private Brands to become a senior advisor, search for new CFO starts. $THS PR link.

Bristow Group(PBR919) promotes Chip Earle to SVP/Chief Legal& Support Officer, Mary Wersebe to VP/Human Resources. $BRS PR link.

US Dept of Labor estimates US July Employment at 151,517,000, +420,000 from June, +2.651,000 from Jul 2015, Unemployment rate at 4.9% USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US June Manufacturers’ New Orders were $447.4 billion, -1.5% from May, -2.6% YTD. USDOC PR link.

Wednesday, August 3:

Stocks Fun Fact: The PBR1000 Top 5 YTD Stock Gainers through July are:
1. Cliffs Natural Resources(PBR842), $CLF, +400.63%
2. US Steel(PBR228), $X, +244.49%
3. AK Steel(PBR351), $AKS, +192.86%
4. Quad/Graphics(PBR478), $QUAD, +172.69%
5. CONSOL Energy(PBR633), $CNX, +145.32%

Range: +400.63% to -97.45%, 685 companies were +0.00%, median was +9.60%. (1,003 companies)

Allergan(PBR219) to sell pharmaceutical products distributor Anda to Teva Pharmaceuticals for $500 million. $AGN PR link.

Newfield Exploration(PBR830) In two separate agreements sells most of its Texas assets for $390 million. $NFX PR link.

Universal American(PBR882) completes sale of traditional insurance business to Nassau Reinsurance Group for $30.5 million cash. $UAM PR link.

Wolverine Worldwide(PBR722) promotes Mike Jeppesen to expanded role of president, Wolverine Heritage Group. $WWW PR link.

ADP(PBR235) says July Change in National Employment was +179,000 with Goods Producing -6,000, Services +185,000. $ADP PR link.

The Conference Board July Help Wanted Online Ads were 4,814,300, +3.4% from June, -10.3% from July2015. TCB PR link.

Markit reports July US Composite PMI Output Index at 51.8, June was 51.2, May 50.9. Markit PR link.

ISM says US July Non-Manufacturing Index at 55.5%, June was 56.5%, May 52.9%. ISM PR link.

Automotive News says July US New Auto Units Sold were 1,521,245, +0.5% from July 2015. AutoNews PR link.

Tuesday, August 2:

Stocks Fun Fact: The PBR1000 Top 5 Stock Gainers 12/31/14-07/31/16:
1. NVIDIA(PBR454), $NVDA, +184.79%
2. AMD(PBR536), $AMD, +156.93%
3. Amazon(PBR18), $AMZN, +144.50%
4. Newmont Mining(PBR320), $NEM, +132.80%
5. Insperity(PBR722), $NSP, +131.60%

Range: +184.79% to -95.15%, 494 companies were +0.00%, median was -0.16%. (991 companies)

AIG(PBR46) authorizes additional $3.0 billion for share repurchase program, balance is $4.0 billion. $AIG PR link.

Energy Transfer Equity(PBR52) & Sunoco Logistics(PBR158 $SXL) sell 36.75% stake in Bakken Pipeline Project to Enbridge Energy(PBR333 $EEP) & Marathon Petroleum(PBR23 $MPC) for $1.2 billion & $800 million respectively. $ETE PR link.

Allergan(PBR219) completes $40.5 billion cash/stock divestiture of global generics business to Teva Pharmaceutical. $AGN PR link.

Molina Healthcare(PBR284) to acquire certain Medicare Advantage assets from Aetna(PBR49 $AET) & Humana(PBR58 $HUM) for $117 million. $MOH PR link.

Mylan(PBR346) to complete $9.9 billion acquisition of Sweden based 4,500 employee global pharmaceuticals provider Meda on 08/05/16. $MYL PR link.

Avery Dennison(PBR396) completes $226 million acquisition of $170 million/year Mactac Europe. $AVY PR link.

Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) acquires Pearland, TX, south central US retail insurance broker Victory Insurance Agency. $AJG PR link.

Griffon Corp(PBR890) adds $50 million to share repurchase program, balance is $64.6 million. $GFF PR link.

Cincinnati Bell(PBR1027) shareholders approve 1-for-5 reverse stock split, to be effective 10/05/16. $CBB PR link.

Macy’s(PBR97) hires Elisa Garcia as Chief Legal Officer, effective 09/07/16, succeeds retiring Dennis Broderick. $M PR link.

McDonald’s(PBR101) Chief Administrative Officer Pete Benson retiring on 09/02/16; organizational changes to be announced in coming weeks. $MCD PR link.

NRG Energy(PBR186) hires Bruno Sarda as VP/Sustainability. $NRG PR link.

PVH(PBR328) hires Raf Simons as Chief Creative Officer of its Calvin Klein unit. $PVH PR link.

TD Ameritrade(PBR662) EVP/COO Marv Adams resigning on 12/01/16, COO position to be eliminated. $AMTD PR link.

The Dept of Commerce estimates US June Total Personal Income Annual Rate at $15.883 trillion, +0.2% from May, +3.4% from June 2015. USDOC PR link.

TrueCar estimates July New Auto Sales at $48.9 million, Average Transaction Price $32,518, Incentive per Unit Spending $3,225. TrueCar PR link.

US July Purdue/CME Ag Barometer Index at 112, June was 104, May 97. Purdue/CME PR link.

Monday, August 1:

Verizon(PBR15) to acquire Ireland based global fleet & mobile workforce management solutions provider Fleetmatics(NYSE: FLTX) for $60.00/share, $2.4 billion cash. $VZ PR link.

Glaxo, Alphabet(PBR44 $GOOGL) plan $700 million bioelectric venture. MarketWatch PR link.

Pfizer(PBR56) acquires remaining 78% of private gene therapy firm Bamboo Therapeutics for up to $650 million. $PFE PR link.

McDonald’s(PBR101) USA announces big changes to its food. $MCD PR link.

Icahn Enterprises(PBR147) confirms co-manager arrangements with Brett Icahn and David Schechter. $IEP PR link.

MGM Resorts(PBR273) completes $900 million acquisition of Boyd Gaming(PBR727)‘s 50% ownership in Borgata Hotel Casino in Atlantic City, NJ. $MGM PR link.

Gannett(PBR414) extends $4.60/share tender offer for $320 million/year digital market solutions company ReachLocal(NASDAQ: RLOC) to 08/08/16, 42.09% of shares tendered so far. $GCI PR link.

Jones Lang LaSalle(PBR449) completes acquisition of UK based 1,600 clients in 60,000 locations property maintenance provider Integral UK. $JLL PR link.

Salesforce(PBR453) to acquire collaboration software developer Quip in $582 million stock deal. $CRM PR link.

Coach(PBR496) sells interest in 10 Hudson Yards headquarters location for $707 million, signs 20 year lease. $COH PR link.

Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) acquires UK based employee benefits insurance provider Orb Financial Services. $AJG PR link.

Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) acquires San Diego, CA, retail insurance broker Blue Horizon Insurance Services. $AJG PR link.

Tesla(PBR651 $TSLA) to acquire Solar City($SCTY) for $25.83/share, $2.6 billion in all stock deal. MarketWatch PR link.

Convergys(PBR703) becomes 2nd largest customer management services company in Germany with $135 million acquisition of buw. $CVG PR link.

Kennametal(PBR706) to eliminate 1,000 positions in FY2017, form new organizational structure with 3 operating units. $KMT PR link.

Equinix(PBR793) completes $211 million acquisition of Paris data center from Digital Realty. $EQIX PR link.

Newell Brands(PBR434) Chief Commercial Officer Joseph Arcuri leaving effective 08/31/16, to receive $625,000 severance payment plus other benefits. $NWL PR link.

hhgregg(PBR864) interim president/CEO & CFO Robert Riesbeck appointed president/CEO. $HGG PR link.

The US Dept of Agriculture lifts years-long ban on beef imports from Brazil. MarketWatch PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates June US Construction Spending Annual Rate at $1.134 trillion, -0.65% from May, +0.27% from June 2015 USDOC PR link.

The July 2016 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® says PMI at 52.6%, June was 53.2%, May 51.3%. ISM PR link.

The Markit July Flash US Manufacturing PMI at 52.9, June was 51.3, May was 50.7. Markit PR link.

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The PBR1000 July 2016 Stocks/Commodities Snapshots

August 8, 2016 by admin

July 2016: The 2nd Half Race Starts

Which The PBR1000 Companies Will Win the Race for Gold?

By Larry C. Paxton

As July 2016 progressed there was less attention to Brexit issues because it became clear that it is not an immediate outcome. While it is generally accepted that there will be some long term consequences, they do not appear to be as severe as originally presented by opponents to this action and as reported by the media. The sky will not fall and life will go on with mild effects on people and economies in general.

Earnings reports continue to be mixed and economic indices continue to show moderate growth in the U.S. There continue to be concerns that this is somewhat fragile. For example, a key driver of the U.S. economy is the price of oil, which continues to fluctuate in an unpredictable manner.

The major US Stock Exchanges had a good month, all showing positive results from the previous month, YTD, and since 12/31/14. The NASDAQ had the most positive trading days, with 14 out of 20, S&P500 13, and the DJIA 12. The DJIA had a 9 day gain streak in the middle of the month, but that was followed by a 5 day losing streak to end the month.

The PBR1000 companies in The Top 5 Tables continue to be spread across a wide variety of industries.

Let’s see if The PBR1000 and U.S. markets can have as good of an August as our Olympians will!

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The following partial tables are excerpts from The PBR1000 July Snapshots. The stock price is for the close of trading on July 29th, Month % Chg is compared to June 30th, YTD % Chg is compared toDecember 31, 2015, and the 19 Months % Chg is compared to December 31, 2014.

Table 1(S11): The PBR1000 Top 5 Month Stock Price % Gainers

Table 1 Summary: The range was +65.53% to -68.25%. 742 out of 1,004 stock prices were up 0.00% or more, or 73.90% of the companies tracked. The median was a gain of 4.13%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 07/29/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	19 Mos % Chg
Cloud Peak Energy	997	CLD	3.41	+65.53	+63.94	-62.85
US Steel	228	X	27.49	+63.05	+244.49	+2.80
Cenveo	895	CVC	9.80	+50.08	+40.60	-41.67
Groupon	632	GRPN	4.82	+48.31	+57.00	-41.65
Harsco	898	HSC	9.79	+47.44	+24.24	-48.17

Table 2(S12): The PBR1000 Top 5 Year-To-Date Stock Price % Gainers

Table 2 Summary: The range was +400.63% to -97.45%. 685 out of 1,003 stock prices were up 0.00% or more, or 68.30% of the companies tracked. The median was a gain of 9.60%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 07/29/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	19 Mos % Chg
Cliffs Natural Resources	842	CLF	7.91	+39.51	+400.63	+10.78
US Steel	228	X	27.49	+63.05	+244.49	+2.80
AK Steel	351	AKS	6.56	+40.77	+192.86	+10.44
Quad/Graphics	478	QUAD	25.36	+8.89	+172.69	+10.45
CONSOL Energy	633	CNX	19.38	+20.45	+145.32	-42.68

Table 3(S13): The PBR1000 Top 5 19 Months Stock Price % Gainers

Table 3 Summary: Range was +184.79% to -99.33%. 494 out of 997 stock prices were up 0.00% or more, or 49.55% of the companies tracked. The median was a loss of 0.40%.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Price 07/29/15	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	19 Mos % Chg
NVIDIA	454	NVSA	57.10	+21.46	+73.24	+184.79
AMD	536	AMD	6.86	+33.46	+139.02	+156.93
Amazon	18	AMZN	758.81	+6.04	+12.27	+144.50
Newmont Mining	320	NEM	44.00	+12.47	+144.58	+132.80
Insperity	722	NSP	78.49	+1.63	+63.01	+131.60

Table 4(S15): The PBR1000 Top 5 Market Capitalization

Table 4 Summary: Range was $562.02 billion to $0.00 billion. The average is $21.14 billion, medianis $6.34 billion, out of 1,003 companies tracked.

Company	PBR Rank	Symbol	Market Cap($B) 07/29/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	19 Mos % Chg
Apple	3	AAPL	562.02	+7.33	-4.23	-13.19
Alphabet	35	GOOG	527.82	+11.08	+1.13	+47.81
Microsoft	25	MSFT	442.56	+10.03	-0.14	+15.58
ExxonMobil	2	XOM	368.84	-5.11	+13.66	-5.79
Amazon	18	AMZN	358.03	+6.04	+13.00	+149.15
The PBR1000			21,208.33	+3.30	+5.31	+3.12

Table 5: The PBR1000 Index & Selected Stock Exchanges/Commodities

Company	Price 07/29/16	Mo % Chg	YTD % Chg	19 Mos % Chg
The PBR1000	71,972.96	+3.71	+7.43	-1.73
DJIA	18,432.24	+2.80	+5.78	+3.42
NASDAQ	5,162.13	+6.60	+3.09	+9.00
S&P500	2,173.60	+3.56	+6.34	+5.57
GOLD	1,357.90	+1.50	+28.08	+14.60
SILVER	20.39	+5.54	+47.75	+30.71
OIL	41.38	-14.59	+11.72	-22.32

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The PBR1000 July 2016 Breaking News Recap

August 1, 2016 by admin

July 2016: Happy New Half Year!

Dem Donkey Rep Elephant Fight-vectorolie ID-100374511

The Round 1 Primary Season is Over; The Round 2 Campaigning Stage has been set.

By Larry C. Paxton

At the beginning of July 2016 the possible ramifications of Brexit, the vote that will remove the UK as a member of the European Union, was the major news and continued to play an important part throughout July 2016. Bottomline, a new prime minister moved into 10 Downing Street, the world did not fall apart, and experts from all kinds of disciplines are still struggling at making projections on what the effect will be short term and long term.

In contrast, the big news at the end of July 2016 was the formal selection of outspoken, sometimes crude, often politically incorrect, business tycoon, ‘law-and-order’ Donald Trump as the Republican candidate and scandal ridden, perceived by many as too secretive, untrustworthy and paranoid but very politically experienced Hillary Clinton as the Democratic candidate for the next president of the US. Both vice president picks have higher positive ratings than the partners who selected them.

The next almost 100 days will be filled with lots of vitriol, huge spending on negative political ads, drama filled debates with incomplete or blatant false facts, impossible promises, and who knows what kind of last minute surprises. May the good Lord have mercy on the souls of the American voter during this process.

In between Brexit and the US presidential candidates being selected there were the usual number of mergers/acquisitions, mixed earnings reports, and moderate at best economic data.

As August starts let’s pray for a safe and exciting XXXI Olympiad in Rio de Janeiro that displays the best in athletic competition, achievement, and outstanding sportsmanship. May it be a great model for the business world as well.

Following are The PBR1000 and economic related breaking news items of interest for July 2016, starting with the last active business day.

Friday, July 29:

The PBR1000 End of July US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends July at 18,432.24, -0.75% from last Friday, +2.80% MTD/QTD, +5.78% YTD, -0.88% from record 18,595.03 on 07/20/16.
NASDAQ ends July at 5,162.13, +1.22% from last Friday, +6.60% MTD/QTD, +3.09% YTD, -1.09% from record 5,218.86 on 07/20/15.
SPX ends July at 2,173.60, -0.07% from last Friday, +3.56% MTD/QTD, +6.34% YTD, -0.07% from record 2,175.03 on 07/22/16.

NextEra Energy(PBR173) to acquire Energy Future Holdings’ interest in Oncor Electric Delivery company for $18.4 billion. $NEE PR link.

KeyCorp(PBR544) completes $4.1 billion acquisition of First Niagara Financial(PBR980 $FNFG). $KEY PR link.

Welltower(PBR635) promotes Mercedes Kerr to EVP/Business Development. $HCN PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates that theUS 2Q2016 Gross Domestic Product Annual Rate is at 1.2%, $18.438 trillion, 1Q2016 revised to 0.8%. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says 2Q2016 Employment Cost Index(2005=100) for All Civilian Workers at 126.7, 1Q2016 was 126.0, 2Q2015 was 123.8. USDOL PR link.

The July MNI Chicago Business Barometerat 55.8, June was 56.8, May was 49.3. MNICBBPR link.

Thursday, July 28:

Oracle(PBR78) to acquire cloud based business services provider NetSuite(NYSE: $N) for $109.00/share, $9.3 billion. $ORCL PR link.

Avnet(PBR100) to acquire UK based global distributor of electronic & related componentsPremier Farnell plc for $2.46/share, $919 million cash. $AVT PR link.

Manpower(PBR132) authorizes additional 6 million shares repurchase program, balance is now 7.5 million. $MAN PR link.

CBS(PBR210) adds $5 billion to stock repurchase program, total available now $6 billion. $CBS PR link.

Air Products(PBR267) files SEC Form 10 for independent public company spin-off Versum Materials, to start trading in October. $APD PR link.

Cognizant Technology(PBR272) acquires private 170 person digital innovation, strategy & design firm Idea Couture. $CTSH PR link.

Alliance Data(PBR462) to provide private label & co-branded credit card services for 886 storesUlta Salon(PBR646 $ULTA). $ADS PR link.

Brunswick(PBR584) to acquire Germany based $41 million/2015 Indoor Cycling Group.$BC PR link.

Tempur Sealy(PBR687) adds $200 million to share repurchase program, balance is $344 million. $TPX PR link.

IDEX(PBR861) to acquire global Swiss based metal-to-metal seal & flow control solutions manufacturer SFC Koenig AG for $239 million.$IEX PR link.

New York Times(PBR971) 2Q2016 revenues at $372.6 million, $54.1 million from digital news subscriptions, 51,000 net new subscribers for digital news products. $NYT PR link.

M&T Bank(PBR504) hires Doris Meister as EVP, to head Wilmington Trust wealth unit.$MTB PR link.

GNC(PBR743) CEO Michael Archbold steps down, independent board member Robert Moran now interim CEO. $GNC PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says 07/16/16 US Total 4 Week Moving Average Unemployment Claims at 2.135 million, +.1% from June, -5.3% from July 2015. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates US 2nd Quarter Home Occupancy at 118.3 million units, Owner Occupied 74.4 million, Ownership Rate 62.9%. USDOC PR link.

The US Energy Information Administrationreports 07/22/16 Crude Oil Stocks at 521.1 million barrels, -1.0% from June, +13.4% from July 2015. EIA PR link.

FreddieMac(PBR44) says 07/28/16 Average 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rate at 3.48%, 06/30/16 was 3.48%, 07/30/15 was 3.98%.$FMCC PR link.

Wednesday, July 27:

Amazon(PBR29) to open 800,000 sf fulfillment center in Jacksonville, FL, will create 1,500 fulltime positions. $AMZN PR link.

Anthem(PBR38) increases enrollment in FY2016 by 1.2 million, now has 39.8 million members. $ANTM PR link.

Mondelez(PBR87) to enter China’s growing $2.8 billion chocolate market, to introduce Milkabrand products in September. $MDLZ PR link.

T-Mobile US(PBR95) 2Q2016 total net adds at 1.9 million, customer base at 67+ million.$TMUS PR link.

Alcoa(PBR115) to ask shareholders on 10/05/16 to approve 1 for 3 reverse stock split.$AA PR link.

Dollar General(PBR151) purchases 41 formerWalmart(PBR1) Express stores for relocating existing DG stores. $DG PR link.

Facebook(PBR228) 2Q2016 rpt says June Daily Active Users at 1.13 billion, 1.03 billion from mobile users. $FB PR link.

LabCorp(PBR413) to acquire NIPT, women’s health & reproductive genetics providerSequenom(NASDAQ: SQNM) for $2.40/share, $302 million cash. $LH PR link.

Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) acquires Miami, FL, managing general agency Gabor Insurance Services. $AJG PR link.

Brookdale Senior Living(PBR587) to sell 44 communities across 12 states for $252.5 million.$BKD PR link.

Alliant Energy(PBR634) to invest $1 billion to expand wind energy operations in Iowa. $LNTPR link.

Eli Lilly(PBR142) chairman John Lechleiter resigning president/CEO role 01/01/17, David Ricks to become president/CEO, then add chairman role 06/01/17. $LLY PR link.

Triumph Group(PBR578) hires Jim McCabe as CFO, effective 08/08/16. $TGI PR link.

Erin Nuxoll re-joins Boise Cascade(PBR610)as VP/Human Resources. $BCC PR link.

The US Federal Reserve releases FOMCminutes from 07/26-27/16 meeting, keeps federal funds rate at 0.25-0.50%. FRB PR link.

FreddieMac 1Q2016 Apartment Investment Market Index at 107.37, +0.30% from 4Q2015, -3.22% from 1Q2015 $FMCC PR link.

Tuesday, July 26:

Citrix(PBR658)’s GoTo business to merge withLogMeIn(NASDAQ: LOGM) in $65.31/share, $1.8 billion deal. $CTXS PR link.

Analog Devices(PBR701) to acquire high performance analog integrated circuits developer Linear Technology(PBR1011 $LLTC) for $60.00/share, $14.8 billion stock/cash. $ADI PR link.

The US Dept of HUD estimates US June New Family Home Sale Median Price at $306,700, +6.2% from May, +6.1% from June 2015. HUDPR link.

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller May Home Prices Index(Jan2000=100) is 180.70, April was 178.61. SPICE PR link.

The Conference Board says July Consumer Confidence Index(1985=100) at 97.3, June was 97.4. TCB PR link.

Monday, July 25:

Verizon(PBR15) to acquire Yahoo!(PBR519 $YHOO)‘s operating business for $4.83 billion cash, combine it with AOL unit. $VZ PR link.

Sprint(PBR86) reports postpaid phone net additions of 173,000 in 1Q2017, highest in 9 years. $S PR link.

ConAgra(PBR166) completes sales of its JM Swank and SpiceTec Flavors & Seasoningsunits for $488 million. $CAG PR link.

American Financial(PBR435) to acquire remaining non-owned shares of National Interstate(NASDAQ: $NATL) for $32.00/share, $320 million. $AFG PR link.

Molson Coors(PBR558) announces leadership appointments to take effect upon close ofMillerCoors acquisition. $TAP PR link.

Outerwall(PBR824) to be acquired by Apollo Global Mgmt(PBR906 $APO) for $52.00/share, $1.6 billion cash. $OUTR PR link.

AMC Entertainment(PBR851) makes final offer to Carmike Cinemas(NASDAQ: $CKEC)for $33.06/share, $1.21 billion cash/stock.$AMC PR link.

E*Trade(PBR930) to acquire Aperture New Holdings, parent of $104 million/2015OptionsHouse, for $725 million. $ETFC PR link.

Friday, July 22:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 07/22/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,570.85, +0.29% from last Friday, +3.57% MTD/QTD, +6.58% YTD, -0.13% from record 18,595.03 on 07/20/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,100.16, +1.40% from last Friday, +5.32% MTD/QTD, +1.85% YTD, -2.27% from record 5,218.86 on 07/20/15.
SPX ends week at 2,175.03, +0.61% from last Friday, +3.63% MTD/QTD, +6.41% YTD, +0.00% from record 2,175.03 on 07/22/16.

Honeywell(PBR74) splitting Automation & Control Solutions unit into 2 units,Home/Building Technologies &Safety/Productivity Solutions. $HON PR link.

Liberty Interactive(PBR263) completes spinoff of independent public companyCommerceHub, to start trading 07/25/16.$QVCA PR link.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) extends $20/share, $2.4 billion cash tender offer forFairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS) to 08/04/16, currently has commitment of 53.1% of shares. $ON PR link.

Stanley Black & Decker(PBR249)president/COO James Loree to be president/CEO on 08/01/16, John Lundgren to remain chairman through 2016. $SWK PR link.

Patterson Cos(PBR542) hires Todd Marshall as chief marketing/digital officer. $PDCO PR link.

Thursday, July 21:

ExxonMobil(PBR2) to acquire Papua New Guinea based oil & gas developerInterOil(NYSE: IOC) for $2.5 billion. $XOM PR link.

MasterCard(PBR16) to acquire 92.4% of UK based payments technology provider VocaLinkfor $920 million. $MA PR link.

Anthem(PBR38) says US Dept of Justicelawsuit to prevent merger with Cigna(PBR85 $CI) is unfortunate & misguided. $ANTM PR link.

Comcast(PBR42) to offer Xfinity TV/Internet Prepaid Services nationwide by end of 2017, to partner with 4,400 Boost Mobile locations.$CMCSA PR link.

Aetna(PBR49) & Humana(PBR58 $HUM) to defend pending merger in response to US Dept of Justice lawsuit. $AET PR link.

Johnson Controls(PBR68) expects to accelerate merger with Tyco plc(NYSE $TYC), to close 09/02/16. $JCI PR link.

General Mills(PBR162) restructuring global supply chain, to cut 1,400 jobs in US, Brazil, & China operations. $GIS PR link.

PPG Industries(PBR190) to sell flat glass & glass coatings businesses to Vitro SAB for $750 million cash. $PPG PR link.

PayPal & VISA(PBR224 $V) form strategic partnership to extend consumer payment choice, especially digital. $PYPL PR link.

VISA(PBR224) adds $5.0 billion to share repurchase program, balance is $7.3 billion. $VPR link.

Dana Holding(PBR382) changing name toDana Inc, effective 08/01/16. PayPal PR link.

Joy Global(PBR590) to be acquired by Japan based Komatsu for $3.7 billion cash. $JOY PR link.

21st Century Fox(PBR91) TV units chairman/CEO Roger Ailes resigns, Ruport Murdoch now chairman/acting CEO. $FOX PR link.

JCPenney(PBR234) CEO Marvin Ellison to also be chairman upon retirement of Mike Ullman, III, on 08/01/16. $JCP PR link.

Biogen(PBR282) CEO George Scangos to leave in coming months after successor identified. $BIIB PR link.

The Philadelphia Federal Reserve says July Manufacturing General Activity Indicator at -2.9, June was 4.7. PhillyFed PR link.

The National Assn of Realtors says June Existing Home Sales at a 5.570 million annual rate, +1.1% from May, +3.0% from June 2015.NAR PR link.

The Conference Board June Leading Economic Index at 123.7, +0.3% from May.TCB PR link.

Wednesday, July 20:

Kroger(PBR20) Axium Pharmacy unit to acquire specialty pharmacy Modern HC, operate as wholly own subsidiary. $KR PR link.

Dow Chemical(PBR48) & DuPont(PBR82 $DD) shareholders approve merger, spinoff into 3 separate independent companies, expected to close 2H2016. $DOW PR link.

Molson Coors(PBR558) gets USDOJ approval for acquisition of SABMillers 58% stake inMillerCoors. $TAP PR link.

Sprint(PBR86) hires Ismat Aziz as SVP/Human Resources, succeeds retired Sandy Price. $SPR link.

Occidental Petroleum(PBR123) hires Oscar Brown as SVP/Worldwide Business Development. $OXY PR link.

ADP(PBR235) 2Q2016 Workforce Vitality Index at 109.6, +2.7% from 2Q2015. $ADP PR link.

Tuesday, July 19:

EMC Corp(PBR111) shareholders vote to approve $59 billion acquisition by Dell, closing on track. $EMC PR link.

Monsanto(PBR187) rejects as financially inadquate Bayer AG(XETRA: BAY) revised acquisition offer, remains open to further discussion. $MON PR link.

Mattel(PBR412) awarded worldwide master toy licensee for Jurassaic World byComcast(PBR42 $CMCSA) NBC Universalunit. $MAT PR link.

Kroger(PBR20) Houston division president Bill Breetz retiring; 3 new division presidents named.$KR PR link.

Rent A Center(PBR657) promotes Jim York to EVP/RTO Domestic Operations. $RCII PR link.

Toro(PBR855) president/COO Richard Olson elected to president/CEO, effective 11/01/16, Michael Hoffman to remain chairman. $TTC PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce says Total June Private Housing Building Permits at 1,153,000, +1.5% from May, -13.57% from June 2015. USDOC PR link.

FreddieMac(PBR44) releases July Insight, focus on 55+ housing market. $FMCC PR link.

Monday, July 18:

Johnson & Johnson(PBR37) completes $3.3 billion cash acquisition of privately held hair care products provider Vogue International. $JNJPR link.

NextEra Energy(PBR173) & Hawaiian Electric(PBR647 $HE) agree to terminate merger agreement per Hawaiian Public Utilities Commission order. $NEE PR link.

Ross Stores(PBR253) opens 31 new locations in June & July, on track to open 90 in 2016.$ROST PR link.

Netflix(PBR447) to beam new CBS(PBR210) “Star Trek” TV series in 188 countries in exclusive licensing deal. $NFLX PR link.

Netflix(PBR447) adds 1.7 million subscribers in Q2, below 2.5 million forecast, now at 83 million subscribers. $NFLX PR link.

Moody’s(PBR636) acquires full ownership of credit ratings, reseach, & other services Korea Investor Services, terms not disclosed. $MCOPR link.

Hawaiian Electric(PBR647) to move forward as an independent company, American Savings Bank unit will not be spunoff. $HE PR link.

Boeing(PBR27) SVP Engineering, Test & Technology Greg Hyslop adds Chief Technology Officer role, succeeds retiring John Tracy, reports to chairman/president/CEO Dennis Mullenburg. $BA PR link.

FTI Consulting(PBR941) hires Ajay Sabherwal as CFO, effective 08/15/16. $FCN PR link.

Friday, July 15:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 07/15/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,516.55, +2.04% from last Friday, +3.27% MTD/QTD, +6.26% YTD, +0.00% from record 18,516.55 on 07/15/16.
NASDAQ ends week at 5,029.59, +1.47% from last Friday, +3.86% MTD/QTD, +0.44% YTD, -3.63% from record 5,218.86 on 07/20/15.
SPX ends week at 2,161.74, +1.49% from last Friday, +3.00% MTD/QTD, +5.76% YTD, -0.09% from record 2,163.75 on 05/21/15.

Amazon(PBR29) to open 10th fulfillment center in California in Sacramento, to employ 1,000 fulltime people. $AMZN PR link.

HanesBrands(PBR459) completes $800 million acquisition of Australia based underwear/intimate apparel company Pacific Brands. $HBI PR link.

Herbalife(PBR487) to pay FTC $200 million in settlement agreement, to continue business model, to allow Carl Icahn to acquire up to 34.99% of common shares. $HLF PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says June Current Average Earnings Per Hour at $25.61, +0.08% from May, +2.6% from June 2015.USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says US June Consumer Price Index +0.2% from May, food at -0.1%, energy at +1.3%. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce says US May Manufacturing/Trade Total Sales at $1.292 trillion, +0.25% from April, -1.44% from May 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce says US June Retail Trade Sales at $457.0 billion, +0.56% from May, +2.72% from June 2015. USDOC PR link.

The US Federal Reserve says US June % of Industrial Capacity at 75.4%, May was 74.9%, growth over previous year +0.6%. FRB PR link.

The NY Federal Reserve July Empire State Manufacturing General Business Conditions Index at 0.6, July was 6.0. NYFEDPR link.

The U of Michigan says Preliminary US July Consumer Index Sentiment at 89.5, June was 93.5, July 2015 was 93.1. UMich PR link.

The NAHB/Wells Fargo July National Housing Market Index at 59, June was 60, July 2015 was 60. NAHB/WF PR link.

Thursday, July 14:

Devon Energy(PBR143) sells its 50% interest in Access Pipeline for $1.1 billion, completes divestiture plan. $DVN PR link.

Regions Financial(PBR450) announces $640 million common stock repurchase program. $RFPR link.

Alliance Data(PBR462) to manage loyalty driven private label credit card program for The Childrens Place(PBR939 $PLCE). $ADS PR link.

Cree(PBR964) to sell Wolfspeed Power and RF Division to Infineon Technologies AG(FSE: IFX) for $850 million cash. $CREE PR link.

ConAgra(PBR166) hires David Marberger as EVP/CFO, effective 08/29/16, succeeds retiring John Gehring. $CAG PR link.

Coach(PBR496) hires Wendy Kahn as Stuart Weitzman unit CEO & brand president, effective 09/13/16. $COH PR link.

Brink’s(PBR613) hires Ron Domanico as CFO, Rohan Pal as Chief Information & Digital Officer.$BCO PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says June Total Producer Price Index was +0.5% from May, May was +0.4%, +0.3% over last 12 months.USDOL PR link.

Adobe Systems(PBR557) releases Adobe Digital Economy Project June 2016, shows continued deflation in the vast majority of goods and services. $ADBE PR link.

Wednesday, July 13:

Amazon(PBR29) says 07/12/16 Prime Dayexceeded 2015 by over 60% worldwide, over 50% in the US. $AMZN PR link.

SuperValu(PBR164) to expand wholesale business with acquisition of 22 Food Lionstores in WV, PA, MD, VA. $SVU PR link.

ConAgra(PBR166) files SEC Form 10 registration for planned fall spin-off of independent public potato foods provider Lamb Weston, names key leadership. $CAG PR link.

Starbucks(PBR178) to be global licensee/investor in boutique bakery/cafe Italian restaurant Princi. $SBUX PR link.

Entergy(PBR227) in talks to sell its Fitzpatrick Nuclear Power Plant in Scriba, NY, toExelon(PBR102 $EXC). $ETR PR link.

AAR Corp(PBR883) acquires the SPACEMAX®product line of high-tech, hard-wall, rapid-deployment mobile shelters used in commercial, military and humanitarian operations. $AIR PR link.

Alaska Air(PBR454) names Peter Hunt as president of subsidiary Virgin America, to be CEO with acquisition close. $ALK PR link.

AAR Corp(PBR883) to promote Tim Romenesko to vice chairman/CFO, effective 08/01/16, succeeds retiring Michael Sharp. $AIRPR link.

The US Dept of Treasury says US June Receipts at $329.6 billion, Outlays $323.3 billion, Surplus $6.3 billion, YTD Deficit $400.8 billion. Treasury PR link.

The US Dept of Labor says the June US Import Price Index Year-to-Year at -4.8%, Exports -3.5%. USDOL PR link.

The US Federal Reserve releases mid May-end of June Beige Book, summarizes US economy as growing at a modest pace. FRB PR link.

Tuesday, July 12:

JPMorgan Chase(PBR21) to raise minimum hourly wages from $10.15 to $12.00-16.50 over next 3 years for 18,000 employees, increase benefits & training. $JPM PR link.

Starbucks(PBR178) to raise prices $0.10-0.30 on 35% of beverages offered. $SBUX PR link.

KeyCorp(PBR544) gets okay for $4.1 billion acquisition of First Niagara Financial(PBR980), to close around 08/01/16.$KEY PR link.

Triumph Group(PBR578) promotes MaryLou Thomas to EVP, Aerospace Structures. $TGI PR link.

AMC Entertainment(PBR728) to acquire UK based largest Europe theatre exhibitor Odeon & UCI Cinemas Group for $1.199 billion cash/stock. $AMCX PR link.

AMC Entertainment(PBR728) reiterates its intent to acquire Carmike Cinemas(NASDAQ: $CKEC) for $30/share, $1.1 billion but confirms deal at risk. $AMCX PR link.

Kroger(PBR20) Roundy’s unit CEO Bob Mariano to retire 09/01/16. $KR PR link.

Intuit(PBR529) hires Lucas Watson as EVP & Chief Marketing and Sales Officer. $INTU PR link.

Polaris Industries(PBR531) promotes Craig Scanlon to new position of Chief Marketing Officer. $PII PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates Total May US Job Openings at 5.5 million, -5.9% from April, +2.1% from May 2015. USDOL PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates Total US May Monthly Wholesale Trade at $435.5 billion, +0.5% from April, -2.44 from May 2015.USDOC PR link.

FreddieMac releases US July Outlook, expects GDP to be 1.9% in 2016, 2.2% in 2017.$FMCC PR link.

Corelogic estimates Total May US Seriously Delinquent Mortgage Payments at 1.113 million, -21.6% from May 2015. CoreLogic PR link.

Retailers leased the most warehouse space in more than 30 years during second quarter.MarketWatch PR link.

Monday, July 11:

Southern Co(PBR155) & Kinder Morgan(PBR181 $KMI) enter 7,600 mileSouthern Natural Gas Pipeline strategic venture. $SO PR link.

Starbucks(PBR178) to increase wages 5-15% for all partners/store managers, effective 10/03/16. $SBUX PR link.

Caesars Entertainment(PBR314) & Caesars Acquisition Co amend & restate merger agreement. $CZR PR link.

Visteon(PBR351) completes acquisition of India based 140 employee automotive multimedia systems supplier AllGo Systems. $VC PR link.

Salesforce(PBR453) completes $75/share, $2.8 billion cash acquisition of global digital commerce market cloud leaderDemandware(NYSE: DWRE). $CRM PR link.

Skechers USA(PBR808) expands European Distribution Center to 98,500 sq meters, largest in southern Belgium. $SKX PR link.

Avnet(PBR100) appoints board member Bill Amelio as interim CEO, replaces leaving Rick Hamada. $AVT PR link.

Staples(PBR122) promotes Steve Matyas to President, North American Retail. $SPLS PR link.

HCP(PBR831) executive chairman Michael McKee adds interim president/CEO role with departure of Lauralee Martin. $HCP PR link.

BOK Financial(PBR1021) promotes Marty Grunst to Chief Risk Officer. $BOKF PR link.

Aircraft Industry: Boeing(PBR27) forecasts demand for 39,620 new airplanes valued at $5.9 trillion over next 20 years. $BA PR link.

Friday, July 8:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 07/08/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 18,146.74, +1.10% from last Friday, +1.21% MTD/QTD, +4.14% YTD, -0.90% from record 18,312.39 on 05/19/15.
NASDAQ ends week at 4,956.76, +1.94% from last Friday, +2.36% MTD/QTD, -1.01% YTD, -5.02% from record 5,218.86 on 07/20/15.
SPX ends week at 2,129.90, +1.28% from last Friday, +1.48% MTD/QTD, +4.21% YTD, -0.04% from record 2,130.82 on 05/21/15.

Southern Co(PBR155) & Turner Renewable Energy acquire N Carolina 74 MW Rutherford Farm solar facility. $SO PR link.

ON Semiconductor(PBR656) extends $20/share, $2.4 billion cash tender offer forFairchild Semiconductor(PBR1000 $FCS) to 07/21/16, currently has commitment of 50.9% of shares. $ON PR link.

Equinix(PBR793) promotes Mike Campbell as Chief Sales Officer. $EQIX PR link.

Cenveo(PBR899) to do 1-for-8 reverse stock split on 07/13/16. $CVO PR link.

The US Dept of Labor estimates Total US June Employed at 151.1 million, +67,000 from May, >strong>Unemployment Rate at 4.9%, June 2015 was 5.3%. USDOL PR link.

Thursday, July 7:

Southern Co(PBR155) acquires 102 megawatt Texas’ Lamesa Solar Facility, to be operational by mid 2017. $SO PR link.

Alpha Natural Resources(PBR548) to emerge from bankruptcy in late 07/16, to operate as a private company. $ANRZQ PR link.

WhiteWave Foods(PBR624) to be acquired by France based global food company Danone for $56.25/share, $12.5 billion cash, to close by 2016 end. $WWAV PR link.

PayChex(PBR770) authorizes up to $350 million share repurchase program through 05/31/19. $PAYX PR link.

Revlon(PBR900) hires Pamela Hill Alabaster to lead Global Corporate Communications/Social Responsibility. $REV PR link.

ADP says the US June Employment is +172,000 from May, +95,000 from small , +52,000 from medium, and +25,000 from large businesses. $ADP PR link.

Wednesday, July 6:

Southern Co(PBR155) acquires controlling interest in 102 MW Henrietta Solar Project in Kings Cty, CA, from SunPower(PBR680 $SPWR). $SO PR link.

Kinder Morgan(PBR181) gets new 10 year $900 million agreement to provide in-plant terminal resources for Nucor Corp(PBR130 $NUE). $KMI PR link.

Huntsman Corp(PBR244) to close S Africa 140 employee 25K metric ton titanium dioxide plant, save $200+ million. $AJG PR link.

Assurant(PBR268) acquires private $48 million/year title & valuation services providerAmerican Title for $45 million. $AIZ PR link.

MGM Resorts(PBR273) & NRG Energy(PBR186 $NRG) complete installation of nation’s largest rooftop solar array. $MGM PR link.

Gannett(PBR414) acquires certain publications/events assets of North Jersey Media Group, to contribute $90 million revenues/year. $GCI PR link.

Packaging Corp(PBR425) to acquire independent corrugated products producer $324 million/2015 TimBar for $386 million cash.$PKG PR link.

Alleghany Corp(PBR467) Jazwares unit acquires Boston based children/young adult musical instruments provider First Act. $Y PR link.

Arthur J Gallagher(PBR515) acquires 85% in Swedish based $11 million/yr specialty insurance/reinsurance broker Brim AB. $AJGPR link.

MSC Industrial(PBR715) to launch self-tender offer, do stock repurchase program up to $390 million. $MSM PR link.

Nortek(PBR763) to be acquired by industrial manufacturer UK based Melrose Industries PLC for $86.00/share, $2.8 billion cash. $NTKPR link.

D.E. Shaw strikes deal forSunEdison(PBR782)’s stake in California solar project. MarketWatch PR link.

Boston Properties(PBR803) completes acquisition of 49.8% interest in 1.2 million sf office campus Colorado Center in Santa Monica, CA, for $511.1 million. $BXP PR link.

Western Digital(PBR194) CFO Olivier Leonetti leaving, Chief Strategy Officer Mark Long to add EVP/CFO roles on 09/01/16. $WDC PR link.

DISH(PBR196) hires Jay Roth as SVP/Chief Marketing Officer, reports to EVP of Marketing Warren Schlichting. $DISH PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce says Total US Exports CYTD through May at $907.1 billion, Total Imports $1,105.7 billion, Total Deficit $200.4 billion. USDOC PR link.

The US Federal Reserve releases FOMCminutes for June meeting, no funds rate change, notes on UK vote on EU membership, inflation, jobs. FRB PR link.

Jobs: The Conference Board June Help Wanted Online rpt says 4.658M #jobs advertised online, -226,700 from May TCB PR link.

Mortgages: Refinancings soar as rates tumble post-#Brexit referendum. MarketWatch PR link.

ISM says June Non-Manufacturing Index at 56.5%, May was 52.9%.(>50% = #economy growing). ISM PR link.

Markit says US June Composite PMI at 51.2, up from May’s 50.9, with Services at 51.4, Manufacturing at 50.4. Markit PR link.

Tuesday, July 5:

Chevron(PBR3) approves next major Tengiz Expansion Project in Kazakhstan, to add 260,000 barrels of oil/day. $CVX PR link.

Comcast(PBR42 $CMCSA) will addNetflix(PBR447 $NFLX) to latest set-top boxes.MarketWatch PR link.

Sysco(PBR61) completes $3.1 billion acquisition of European food services distributorBrakes Group. $SYY PR link.

INTL FCStone(PBR88) completes acquisition of 100,000 clients, $11 billion in assets, 160 employees correspondent securities clearing & independent wealth management units of Stifel Financial(PBR835)’s Sterne Agee subsidiary.$INTL PR link.

Southern Co(PBR155) acquires 43 megawattPassadumkeag Windpark in Penobscot County, Maine. $SO PR link.

Bristol-Myers Squibb(PBR185) acquires Sweden based cancer/rare diseases therapies developer Cormorant Pharmaceuticals for up to $520 million. $BMY PR link.

Computer Sciences(PBR237) completes acquisition of Europe technology services ServiceNow provider Aspediens. $CSC PR link.

KKR(PBR332) to acquire industry specific enterprise software global provider Epicor.$KKR PR link.

KBR(PBR395) completes $570 million acquisition of government services providerWyle. $KBR PR link.

Netflix(PBR447 $NFLX) gets new exclusive US multi-year content licensing deal withCBS(PBR210)/Warner Bros joint venture CW Network for subscription TV services. $CBS PR link.

Jones Lang LaSalle(PBR449) completes acquisition of 500 employee global corporate real estate technology provider BRG. $JLL PR link.

Jones Lang LaSalle(PBR449) acquires Chevy Chase, MD investment sales, equity, & debt advisory firm Sage Capital Advisors. $JLL PR link.

Ventas(PBR671) to acquire life science/medical real estate assets of Blackstone(PBR352 $BX)’s Wexford Science & Technology unit for $1.5 billion cash. $VTR PR link.

A. Schulman(PBR791) enters strategic partnership with France based plastics distributor Snetor Chimie to commercialize masterbatches & additives in Africa. $SHLM PR link.

AMSURG(PBR945) Sheridan division acquires Boca Raton, FL 100+ providers 30 facilities in FL, NJ, MO, & IL Resolute Anesthesia and Pain Solutions. $AMSG PR link.

AMSURG(PBR945) Sheridan division acquires Tampa, FL 43 radiologists/18 locationsAllegiantMD. $AMSG PR link.

Charter Communications(PBR297) hires David Ellen as Sr EVP overseeing several business units. $CHTR PR link.

Bristow Group(PBR919) SVP/Chief Admin Office Hilary Ware leaving for personal reasons, Mary Wersebe is interim. $BRS PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates Total US May Manufacturers New Orders at $456.5 billion, +0.04% from April, -3.16% from May 2015. USDOC PR link.

CoreLogic says that May National Home Prices were +5.9% from May 2015.MarketWatch PR link.

The PurdueU/CME June Ag Barometer at 104, May was 97(100=Unchanged).PurdueU/CME PR link.

Monday, July 4:
***Independence Day***
***US Stock Markets Closed.***
***Remember the Founding Fathers,***
***Celebrate Our Freedoms!***

Friday, July 1:

The PBR1000 Week Ending 07/01/16 US Stock Exchanges Snapshot:
DJIA ends week at 17,949.37, +3.15% from last Friday, +0.11% MTD/QTD, +3.01% YTD, -1.98% from record 18,312.39 on 05/19/15.
NASDAQ ends week at 4,862.57, +3.28% from last Friday, +0.41% MTD/QTD, -2.89% YTD, -6.83% from record 5,218.86 on 07/20/15.
SPX ends week at 2,102.95, +3.22% from last Friday, +0.19% MTD/QTD, +2.89% YTD, -1.31% from record 2,130.82 on 05/21/15.

Honeywell(PBR74) to acquire private supply chain & warehouse automatiion providerIntelligrated for $1.5 billion. $HON PR link.

Danaher(PBR137) completes spinoff of separate public professional instrumentation/industrial technologies providerFortive Corporation. $DHR PR link.

Southern Co(PBR155) completes $12 billion acquisition of AGL Resources(PBR452 $GAS), creates 2nd largest US utility. $SO PR link.

State Street(PBR260) completes up to $485 million acquisition of $100+ billion in assetsGE(PBR9) Asset Management. $STT PR link.

Newell Brands(PBR434) completes $270 million sale of window coverings business toHunter Douglas. $NWL PR link.

Abercrombie & Fitch(PBR595 $ANF) suesGap(PBR179 $GPS) over poaching of CMO.AdAge PR link.

Thor Ind(PBR616) acquires recreational vehicles $1.5 billion/2015 manufacturer Jaycofor $576 million. $THO PR link.

Alliance One Intl(PBR875) provides reasons for not being able to file annual 10-K on a timely basis. $AOI PR link.

American Capital Agency(PBR992) completes $562 million in cash acquisition of its external manager, American Capital Mortgage Management. AGNCP PR link.

The US Dept of Commerce estimates May US Total Construction Spending Annual Rate at $1.143 trillion, -0.79% from April, +2.80% from May 2015. USDOC PR link.

The June 2016 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® PMI at 53.2%, +1.9% from May.ISM PR link.

Automotive News reports June Automobile Sales at 1,512,996 units, +2.4% from June 2015. AutoNews PR link.

TrueCar estimates Total US June Automobile Sales at $50.9 billion, +7.4% from June 2015,Average Transaction Price at $32,693.TrueCar PR link.

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April 2017: The Bull Keeps Running

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February 2017: Investors Continue To Ride The Bull

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January 2017: How Much More Bull Is Left In The Trump Bump?

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October 2016: Who Will Be President?

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