http://www.rttnews.comGlobal financial news, market analysis, economics and forex newsen-usSat, 26 May 2013 01:45:02 GMTSporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports, Inc. Friday reported a marginal decline in first-quarter profit, citing a colder weather, which impacted its performance. Earnings per share, as well as revenues increased from last year, while missed analysts' consensus estimates.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124678Fri, 24 May 2013 12:25:01 GMTCasual apparels retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported Friday a loss for the first quarter that narrowed from last year, reflecting significantly improved gross margins amid lower product costs. Loss per share came in wider than analysts' expectations, and quarterly revenues missed their estimates. The company also slashed its earnings guidance for the full-year 2013.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124666Fri, 24 May 2013 12:10:23 GMTSports apparel retailer Zumiez, Inc. (ZUMZ) reported Thursday a profit for the first quarter that declined from last year, reflecting lower margins amid increase in expenses. Stripping down charges, earnings per share would have topped analysts' expectations by a penny, so did quarterly revenues.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124434Fri, 24 May 2013 03:49:58 GMTWilliams-Sonoma Inc. (WSM) on Thursday reported a 28 percent increase in profit for the first quarter on higher revenues as well as comparable brand sales. Both revenue and earnings per share beat analysts' estimates.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124423Fri, 24 May 2013 02:20:19 GMTDiversified machinery maker Nordson Corp. (NDSN) on Thursday reported a 5 percent increase in profit for the second quarter, reflecting double-digit revenue growth across all three of its segments and the absence of restructuring charges compared to last year.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124407Fri, 24 May 2013 01:16:28 GMTIsrael-based drugmaker Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (TARO) on Thursday reported a 4 percent increase in profit for the fourth quarter, reflecting double-digit revenue growth and higher margins.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124397Fri, 24 May 2013 00:44:00 GMTDepartment store chain Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD), Thursday reported a swing to loss in the first quarter from a profit last year, as last year's results mainly reflected hefty gains from asset sales. Adjusted loss for the period widened, due mainly to weak sales and margins. Shares of the company plunged 12 percent in after-hours trade, following the announcement of results.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124354Thu, 23 May 2013 23:13:18 GMTInternet radio company Pandora Media Inc. Thursday reported a widerfirst-quarter loss, due to increased content acquisition costs and marketing expenses. Revenues surged from a year ago, on growth in mobile advertising revenues and as subscriptions gained momentum. Loss per share was in line with Wall Street estimates, while revenues exceeded exphttp://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124335Thu, 23 May 2013 22:42:43 GMTChipmaker Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (MRVL) said Thursday after the markets closed that its first quarter profit fell 44% from last year, hurt by lower revenue and higher operating expenses.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124326Thu, 23 May 2013 22:09:13 GMTRoss Stores Inc. (ROST) Thursday reported an increase in profit for the first quarter, due mainly to an eight percent sales growth and improved gross margins as consumer's continued to favor the discount retailer's bargains. Earnings for the quarter were in line with analysts' expectations, while quarterly revenues topped Wall Street estimates.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124320Thu, 23 May 2013 21:57:23 GMTCloud computing solutions provider Salesforce.com Thursday posted a wider loss for the first quarter after incurring stock-based compensation expense and other costs. However, excluding items, adjusted earnings improved from a year ago and matched Wall Street estimates. Revenues surged 28 percent and topped expectations, on robust subscription growth.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124310Thu, 23 May 2013 21:42:21 GMTTeen-focused apparel chain Aeropostale Inc. (ARO), reported a swing to loss in the first quarter, hurt mainly by a nine percent drop in sales and lower gross margins. The retailer also detailed its second-quarter guidance, which is significantly below Wall Street's current projections.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124299Thu, 23 May 2013 21:26:18 GMTGap Inc. Thursday after the markets closed that its first quarter profit rose 43% from last year, helped by higher sales and improved margins. The company's quarterly earnings per share also came in above analysts' expectations as did its quarterly sales. At the same time, the company eaffirmed its fiscal year 2013 earnings outlook, which is below analysts' current consensus estimate.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124291Thu, 23 May 2013 21:21:18 GMTSalesforce.com (CRM), Thursday reported first-quarter net loss of $67.7 million or $0.12 per share, up from $19.5 million or $0.04 per share last year.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124246Thu, 23 May 2013 20:30:57 GMTRoss Stores Inc. (ROST) Thursday reported first-quarter net earnings of $234.6 million or $1.07 per share, up from $208.6 million or $0.93 per share last year.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124205Thu, 23 May 2013 20:14:27 GMTSempra Energy (SRE) on Thursday lowered the top end of its fiscal 2013 earnings outlook range and also forecast earnings for fiscal 2014 below analysts' estimates. The utility company's shares are down more than 4 percent in the regular trading session.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124078Thu, 23 May 2013 15:25:07 GMTTeen apparel, accessories, and footwear retailer Buckle, Inc. (BKE) reported Thursday a profit for the first quarter that edged down from last year, despite a 1.2 percent sales growth at established stores, as other income dropped. Both earnings per share and quarterly revenues missed analysts' expectations.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124070Thu, 23 May 2013 14:59:34 GMTAdvance Auto Parts Inc. (AAP) on Thursday reported a 9 percent decline in profit for the first quarter on lower comparable store sales as well as higher expenses that offset an increase in revenue. However, earnings per share beat analysts' estimates.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124069Thu, 23 May 2013 14:53:47 GMTVideogame retailer GameStop Corp. on Thursday reported a 25 percent decline in profit for the first quarter on lower revenue as well as comparable store sales. However, both revenue and earnings per share beat analysts' estimates. Looking ahead, the company forecast earnings for the second quarter below analysts' estimates, but raised the lower end of its fiscal 2013 earnings guidance range.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124063Thu, 23 May 2013 14:37:00 GMTCanadian lender TD Bank Group on Thursday reported a 2 percent increase in profit for the second quarter, reflecting loan and deposit growth at its U.S. as well as Canadian personal and commercial banking segments. The company also recorded higher trading-related revenue in the quarter. The bank is the first among Canada's big banks to report earnings for the latest quarter.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124014Thu, 23 May 2013 13:30:12 GMTApparel maker Ralph Lauren Corp. reported Thursday a profit for the fourth quarter that grew 35 percent from last year, reflecting improved margins and revenue growth. Adjusted earnings per share topped analysts' expectations, while quarterly revenues missed their estimates. The company also provided revenue growth guidance for the first quarter and full-year 2014, both below Street view.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124010Thu, 23 May 2013 13:20:01 GMTDiscount stores operator Dollar Tree, Inc. Thursday reported an increase in first-quarter profit, driven by higher revenues and improved margins. Earnings per share beat analysts' expectations, while, revenues came in line with view. The company lifted its earnings per share outlook for fiscal 2013 and raised the lower end of sales outlook range.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2124009Thu, 23 May 2013 13:19:41 GMTPackaged food and meat products maker Hormel Foods Corp. reported Thursday a profit for the second quarter that decreased two percent from last year, reflecting increased corporate expenses amid higher employee costs. Both earning per share and quarterly revenues missed analysts' expectations. However, the company maintained its earnings guidance for the full-year 2013.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123912Thu, 23 May 2013 12:29:28 GMTChildren's specialty apparel retailer Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. (PLCE) Thursday reported lower profit for the first quarter, as sales declined but topped estimates.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123902Thu, 23 May 2013 12:16:06 GMTChildren's Place Retail Stores,Inc. (PLCE) on Thursday reported first-quarter net income of $19.27 million or $0.83 per share, compared to $24.73 million or $1.00 per share in the year-ago quarter.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123838Thu, 23 May 2013 11:16:09 GMTPub and restaurant operator Mitchells & Butlers Plc Thursday reported a higher profit for its first half, driven by growth in revenues as well as improved margins. However, the firm anticipates consumer confidence and discretionary income growth to remain subdued for some more time.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123756Thu, 23 May 2013 09:42:48 GMTDiscount stores operator Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) is expected to report results for the first quarter before the market opens. The company is expected expected to post earnings of $0.57 per share, higher than the year-ago quarter's $0.50 per share. Also, the company is anticipated to generate revenues of $1.87 billion compared to $1.72 billion in the prior-year quarter. The shares closed Wednesday at $48.37. (52-wk H/L $56.82/$37.12)http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123754Thu, 23 May 2013 09:39:38 GMTBritish brewer SABMiller Plc Thursday reported a decline in profit for fiscal 2013, reflecting exceptional gains it enjoyed last year. Group revenues grew 10 percent from the prior year, and total beverage volumes were up 4 percent on an organic basis. The board also proposed a higher final dividend.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123720Thu, 23 May 2013 08:14:40 GMTSABMiller plc (SBMRY.PK, SAB.L) reported that its fiscal year profit before tax decreased to US$4.71 billion from US$5.60 billion last year. The company said its profit before tax decreased 16% including the impact of the exceptional items and other adjusting finance items. http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123628Thu, 23 May 2013 06:27:09 GMTOffshore drilling contractor Ocean Rig UDW Inc. (ORIG) on Wednesday reported a turnaround to profit in the first quarter on strong revenue growth from drilling contracts. Revenue for the quarter beat analysts' estimates. The company's shares gained more than 3 percent in extended trades.http://www.rttnews.com/story.aspx?Id=2123499Thu, 23 May 2013 00:49:00 GMT