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IBM Revenues Fall, Confirms Slowing Economy

The New York Times reports, The results, analysts said, were unlikely to reassure investors concerned about the global outlook for technology spending. In a conference call with analysts, Mark Loughridge, I.B.M.’s chief financial officer, said the revenue shortfall came from … Continue reading

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Masters Week: Westie!

Lee Westwood shot 5 under par today to take a one shot lead in the first round of the 2012 Masters.   Our man, Adam Scott, was 4 over par after the first seven holes but managed to settle down to … Continue reading

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Macro Notes from the IBM Conference Call

The following are direct quotes from today’s IBM earnings conference call, which was fairly upbeat.  Note, however,  more than 50% (7 of the12 percent) of the company’s revenue growth was due to currency effects. Key Metrics In the second quarter, … Continue reading

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Key Charts from IBM Earnings

Wild trading in IBM in the after hours session.  The stock traded up almost to $170 a few minutes after earnings were announced then down to almost $160.  Strong numbers but apparently traders were not happy with the signings.  (click … Continue reading

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