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Earnings Review – Nov 7

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:50:00 GMT

Here is a close look at the companies reporting earnings today and how they have performed. By and large we are yet to see any remarkable comeback from the markets as we await new policy implementation from a new government.[More...]

Telus Corporation (TU) - Bull of the Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:23:00 GMT

We are upgrading our rating to Buy for Telus Corp., the second largest telecommunications provider in Canada. Operating results demonstrate strong wireless and high-speed Internet subscriber growth, effectively offsetting declines in its legacy fixed-line business. Notably, recent net wireless subscriber additions outpaced retention efforts made by the company's closest peers, leading to a second-quarter record. We are encouraged by Telus wireless business prospects given its strong brand value, expanding product/service portfolio and ongoing technology upgrade initiatives, as we account for the potential of a more competitive landscape in the Canadian wireless market. Moreover, we are impressed by management's favorable outlook for 2008 and commitment to return enhanced value to shareholders through continued share buyback programs and attractive dividend payouts. Further, we expect 3G wireless high-speed data services and increased penetration of[More...]

Analyst Comments: Harmony Gold, Bayer, Corporate Executive Board, Starwood Hotels, Telus Corp

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:55:00 GMT

Harmony Gold Mining Co. Ltd. (HMY) is benefiting from higher gold prices. Going forward, Harmony is focused on reducing its overall operating costs through its continuous operations agreement and the shutdown of loss-making shafts. The company is also reducing its headcount to control costs. As a result, we rate the shares a Hold with a target of $11.50. The company will sell Orkney shafts 2, 4, 7 and 60% interest in its Randfontein operations to Pamodzi Investment Holdings and U.S.-based equity firms First Reserve Corporation and AMCI Capital. In order to optimize value from its low-priority assets, the company also entered into a sale agreement with African Precious Minerals. The company has a diverse portfolio of gold development projects spread across South Africa and PNG. Harmony expects that all its projects taken together will add over 1.5 million oz per year to its[More...]

Shares of BCE Inc Suffered After Investors Learn Proposed LBO is in Jeopardy

Fri, 23 May 2008 20:40:04 GMT

From Staff Reports Shares of BCE Inc. (BCE) suffered their biggest downdraft in at least a quarter century yesterday (Thursday), after an unexpected court ruling threatened to derail a $53.9 ...[More...]

Analyst Comments: MCG Capital, TELUS, Smith International, Theravance, Omnicom, China Mobile

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:12:01 GMT

MCG Capital Corporation's (MCGC) fourth quarter 2007 distributable net operating income per share (DNOI) was ahead of estimates but GAAP EPS fell substantially short of the expectation. We anticipate the ongoing disruptions in the capital markets to conti[More...]

Analyst Comments: ARM Holdings, American Electric, Brazil Telcos, Daimler AG, LifeCell Corporation, TELUS, deCODE Genetics

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 18:46:47 GMT

ARM Holdings (ARMHY) is the leading IP provider of RISC microprocessors that are embedded in OEM [original equipment manufacturer] products. December top and bottom-line results were below consensus estimates. Over the past year, royalty sales from the recently acquired Artisan fell short of expectations, but the license model...[More...]

Analyst Comments: Kinross Gold, Headwaters, Qiagen N.V., Portfolio Recovery Associates, Priceline, TELUS, Zimmer Holdings

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 20:02:40 GMT

Zacks senior mining industry analyst Paul Raman, CFA has remained neutral and reiterated his Hold rating on mining giant Kinross Gold Corporation (KGC). We bring you some selected details from his latest report:'Higher gold prices bode well for Kinross' top-line growth. The Bema...[More...]

TELUS Expected to Trade In-Line

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 17:53:43 GMT

Zacks senior telecom sector analysts David Weissman, CFA and Ekta Bagri have recently evaluated the shares of Canadian telecommunications company TELUS Corporation (TU) and issued a Hold rating. Here are some of the reasons why:'We maintain our Hold rating on Telus Corp, the second largest telecommunications provider in Canada. Recent results demonstrate strong wireless and high-speed Internet operating...[More...]

CORRECTION: September Jobless Rate Holds Steady

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:52:00 GMT

Oct. 30--The story headlined "September jobless rate holds steady" (slugged TU-JOBLESS-RATE-20091029), filed for Oct. 29 by McClatchy-Tribune Regional News, originally contained incorrect information about the potential causes for falling and rising jobless rates.
Oct. 29-- The Tulsa metro area's unemployment rate held steady in September at 7.0 percent, following revisions in the data from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.
Initially, the OESC had reported the Tulsa area's rate to be 7.1 percent in August, but revisions placed that figure at 7.0 percent instead.

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Alternative Energy Solutions Discussed at TU Conference

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:46:00 GMT

Oct. 7--Climate change and national security are immediate challenges facing U.S. energy policymakers, but they are also long-term problems needing durable solutions, keynote speaker William Hogan said Wednesday at the National Energy Policy Institute's inaugural conference.
Hogan, research director of the Harvard Electricity Policy Group, recounted the folly of such well-intended but ultimately futile experiments such as coal-to-liquids technology and the Energy Independence and Security Act.
Hogan's warnings echo a theme of the year-old NEPI, which makes its headquarters at TU and intends to deliver a comprehensive report on alternative fuel options early next year.

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ING to Clarify TU Case to Investors

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:47:00 GMT

Sep. 21--ING Funds plans to call a meeting of investors in the TU Dome Residential Complex Property Fund (TU-PF) next month to clarify the recent sanctions imposed against it by securities regulators.
The Securities and Exchange Commission fined ING Funds 1.9 million baht and placed its president, Maris Tarab, on probation for three years for fiduciary violations related to ING's management of the TU-PF fund.
Mr Maris, who was also personally fined 231,750 baht, said he wanted to clarify events openly.

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SEC Fines ING Funds B1.9m for Improper Lease

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:49:00 GMT

Aug. 26--The Securities and Exchange Commission fined ING Funds 1.9 million baht yesterday and ordered its president, Maris Tarab, placed on probation for three years due to fiduciary violations regarding the management of the T.U. Dome Residential Complex Property Fund.
Mr Maris was also fined 231,750 baht, while Siam City Bank, as the trustee of the TU-PF fund, was fined 421,650 baht.
But Mr Maris denied any wrongdoing and said he would appeal the judgment.

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The Cost of Being Too Good

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:49:00 GMT

At a time when many companies are struggling to stay profitable, the world's largest computer processor manufacturer recorded a net profit of $1 billion in its second quarter.
Despite this impressive feat, however, the corporation reported a quarterly loss of $398 million, the first loss it has experienced in 21 years.
The EU accused Intel of "predatory pricing," an ominous euphemism for offering products more cheaply than its competitors.

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Telcos Open New Battlefront

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:46:00 GMT

Jun. 8--The National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB) earlier reported that consumer spending in the first quarter slowed down to 0.8 percent from 5.1 percent a year ago, leading the overall economy to barely grow at 0.4 percent from 3.9 percent last year.
(Digitel) Inc. recorded a 36.3 percent in revenues driven primarily by its wireless segment.
Rival Globe, the leading operator in postpaid had 751,944 subscribers, while Smart Communications Inc. of PLDT, 407,464 subscribers.

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The Roanoke Times, Va., Mark Taylor Column: Parks Department Relies on Survey

Sun, 17 May 2009 15:53:00 GMT

May 17--It's no secret Roanoke's greenways are busy and getting busier.
Trying running or riding a bike along the Roanoke River Greenway on any nice weekend afternoon.
Just be ready to ring your bike bell or yell "On your left!"

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EDITORIAL: Tough Times: Economic Crisis Plagues TU

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:53:00 GMT

Mar. 14--Private institutions of higher learning are not immune from the growing economic crisis, as the experience of the University of Tulsa indicates.
TU officials recently announced they would cut overtime hours, slow hiring of new employees and postpone merit salary increases in an effort to offset endowment fund losses.
Given the commitment of TU to the community, to quality education, and to laudable goals in general, there's little doubt that all TU staff and supporters will do what is necessary to preserve the university's outstanding programs and stellar reputation.

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Green Group to Locate at TU: The Nonprofit Will Examine Energy and Climate Change.

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:54:00 GMT

Mar. 11--A nonprofit organization devoted to determining the cost benefits of developing alternative fuels and reversing climate change will be based on the University of Tulsa campus, officials announced Tuesday.
The National Energy Policy Institute, started with $8 million from Tulsa billionaire George Kaiser's family foundation, will be housed in the Twin Towers, TU President Steadman Upham said, as first reported on tulsaworld.com.
The university's role will be to help channel industry experts, host conferences and provide academic rigor to the NEPI study.

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Green Group to Locate at TU: The Nonprofit Will Examine Energy and Climate Change.

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 11:46:00 GMT

Mar. 11--A nonprofit organization devoted to determining the cost benefits of developing alternative fuels and reversing climate change will be based on the University of Tulsa campus, officials announced Tuesday.
The National Energy Policy Institute, started with $8 million from Tulsa billionaire George Kaiser's family foundation, will be housed in the Twin Towers, TU President Steadman Upham said, as first reported on tulsaworld.com.
The university's role will be to help channel industry experts, host conferences and provide academic rigor to the NEPI study.

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TELUS Deploys Fujitsu-Powered Next-Generation FLASHWAVE® Optical Networking Platforms

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:52:00 GMT

Fujitsu, a leading provider of business, information technology, and communications solutions, announced today that Canadian telecommunications corporation TELUS has selected Fujitsu FLASHWAVE® Packet Optical Networking Platforms (Packet ONPs) for its next-generation converged Packet/TDM optical network.
This network will enable next-generation IP, Ethernet and optical services and create a scalable infrastructure that will encourage development and use of new multimedia applications by its business and residential customers.
TELUS has begun deployment of the Fujitsu FLASHWAVE 9500 and FLASHWAVE4100 ES Packet ONPs.

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TELUS announces acquisition of Black's

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:55:00 GMT

Black's retail locations across Canada to expand TELUS' wireless distribution VANCOUVER, Sept. 8 /CNW/ - TELUS Corporation (TSX: T, T.A; NYSE: TU) today announced it has acquired Black's Photo Corporation ("Black's"), Canada's premier national imaging and digital retailer. This acquisition delivers on TELUS' imperative to further advance its wireless and data strategy by expanding the distribution of TELUS' wireless products and services across Canada.[More...]

TELUS Files Shelf Prospectus

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:29:00 GMT

VANCOUVER, Aug. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - TELUS Corporation today filed a preliminary short form base shelf prospectus and a registration statement with securities regulators in Canada and the United States, respectively. This will enable TELUS to offer and issue up to Cdn$4 billion of debt, equity and/or warrants from time to time during the 25-month period after the shelf prospectus becomes final and the registration statement becomes effective. The shelf prospectus and registration statement, upon becoming final, will replace TELUS' existing shelf prospectus and registration statement that expire on September 30, 2009.[More...]

TELUS Corporation - Notice of cash dividend

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:57:00 GMT

VANCOUVER, Aug. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of forty-seven and one half cents Canadian per share on the issued and outstanding Common shares and forty-seven and one half cents Canadian per share on the issued and outstanding Non-Voting shares of the Company payable on October 1, 2009 to holders of record at the close of business on September 10, 2009.[More...]

TELUS Reports Second Quarter Results

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:55:00 GMT

Operational efficiency initiatives continue to gain traction countering softening revenues VANCOUVER, Aug. 7 /CNW/ - TELUS Corporation reported second quarter 2009 revenue of $2.38 billion, a decrease of $22 million from last year. The one per cent decrease reflects continued declines in voice revenues that more than offset growth in data revenues. Consolidated earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) decreased by five per cent due primarily to a $49 million increase in restructuring costs from ongoing operating efficiency initiatives. Underlying EBITDA increased $34 million, or nearly four per cent, excluding higher restructuring costs and defined benefit ...[More...]

Sonic to Bring HD Streaming Home

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:27:00 GMT

Sonic Solutions) today announced Sonic CineVision) Adaptive HD, a next-generation encoding, multiplexing, streaming and decoding system designed specifically to deliver the highest quality HD video possible to internet-connected CE devices. CineVision Adaptive HD leverages Sonic's CineVision HD encoding system, currently used for Hollywood Blu-ray title production, and Widevine's extensive expertise in adaptive streaming. The solution makes it possible for premium content, including 3D entertainment, to be encoded to Blu-ray Disc resolution at 1080p while still enabling automatic broadband scalability to ensure buffer-free playback. CineVision Adaptive HD will be deployed to bring HD content to Roxio CinemaNow) and will be made available as an option for Sonic's CineVision Master Encoding system to enable high-end compression facilities to maximize the quality of their streaming video content.[More...]

Sonic and Widevine Team to Put Hollywood Hits on USB Flash Media Drives

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:26:00 GMT

Sonic Solutions and Widevine today announced they are enabling the delivery of premium movies on USB flash memory devices. The self-contained CinemaNow USB Movie Drives will include an integrated media player as well as the necessary video codecs to enable instant high-quality PC playback of movie content offline. Once connected to the Internet, consumers can add the title to their Roxio CinemaNow Digital Locker to access it on other ecosystem devices such as networked Blu-ray Disc players and connected televisions. Sonic expects the first drives to begin appearing at retail in the 4th quarter.Widevine is providing Hollywood-approved digital rights management technologies to enable secure multiplatform playback while maintaining a convenient and positive entertainment viewing experience for consumers. Widevine and Sonic are collaborating on device-optimized content preparation and delivery. 'Our technologies are helping to ensure consumers get the Hollywood new releases they want along with the playback flexibility they crave,' said Brian Baker, Widevine CEO. 'The CinemaNow USB Movie Drives will be an ideal solution for Netbook and mobile phone manufacturers that want to enhance and differentiate their product offerings with premium entertainment.' Once consumers connect to the Internet, the title on the USB Movie Drive is added to their Roxio CinemaNow Digital Locker where it can then be viewed on as many as four additional CinemaNow-compatible devices. Rather than delivering the same file used for USB playback, a unique file is delivered that has been optimized for the capabilities and display characteristics of the selected device.'Delivering content on USB drives is the latest example of how Roxio CinemaNow is enabling access to digital Hollywood hits across the broadest possible range of devices,' said Dave Habiger, president and CEO, Sonic Solutions. 'Teaming with industry leaders such as Widevine is allowing us to overcome the technical hurdles of digital rights management and platform optimization behind the scenes, so all the consumer experiences is convenient, hassle-free entertainment viewing.'The Roxio CinemaNow USB Movie Drives are expected to be available at retail locations nationwide later this year. Sonic is also targeting bundling agreements with mobile phone manufacturers and netbook PC makers.Sonic has relationships with more than 250 content providers and a content portfolio that includes entertainment from all major Hollywood studios and independent distributors. Roxio CinemaNow offers a massive selection of premium video entertainment for rental or purchase, including new releases from major Hollywood studios often on the same day the DVD is available in stores. CinemaNow's cloud-based media services power devices from multiple manufacturers, forming a connected ecosystem that consumers can use to seamlessly choose, move and view video entertainment. The CinemaNow ecosystem currently includes PCs, connected TVs, set top DVRs, Blu-ray Disc and mobile media players from leading manufacturers such as Archos, Dell, HP, LG, Microsoft, Nintendo, Pioneer, Samsung and TiVo. As well as being available on a range of consumer electronics, Roxio CinemaNow is currently powering internet movie stores for Lionsgate, Warner Bros. and Blockbuster.About Widevine Widevine provides digital media solutions for the delivery of digital entertainment to any device. Hundreds of service providers use Widevine's multiplatform, multiformat DRM and video optimization solutions for securing high quality video and audio. Today, millions of consumers enjoy digital entertainment secured and optimized by Widevine on retail consumer electronics devices and legacy STBs from all major consumer brands. With over 55 patents Widevine is an industry leader and innovator of content protection and video optimization technologies. Widevine is a privately held corporation headquartered in Seattle, WA, funded by Cisco Systems, Inc. , Charter Ventures, Constellation Ventures, Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd , PaceSetter Capital Group, Phoenix Partners, TELUS and VantagePoint Venture Partners.For more information: www.widevine.com.About Sonic SolutionsSonic Solutions is powering the digital media ecosystem through its complete range of Hollywood to Home applications, services, and technologies. Sonic's Roxio products enable consumers to easily manage and enjoy personal digital media content as well as premium Hollywood entertainment on a broad range of connected devices. A wide array of leading technology firms, professionals, and developers rely on Sonic to bring innovative digital media functionality to next-generation devices and platforms. Sonic Solutions is headquartered in Marin County, California.Forward Looking StatementsThis release may contain forward looking statements that are based upon current expectations, including the launch, distribution, and market acceptance of the Roxio CinemaNow service, including the CinemaNow USB Movie Drives. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties, including those discussed in Sonic Solutions' annual and quarterly reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. This press release should be read in conjunction with Sonic Solutions' most recent annual report on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and other reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which contain a more detailed discussion of the Company's business including risks and uncertainties that may affect future results. Sonic Solutions does not undertake to update any forward looking statements.Sonic, the Sonic logo, Sonic Solutions, Roxio, CinemaNow, CinemaNow USB Movie Drives and Hollywood to Home, are trademarks or registered trademarks owned by Sonic Solutions in the United States and/or other countries. All other company or product names are trademarks of their respective owners and, in some cases, are used by Sonic Solutions under license. Specifications, pricing and delivery schedules are subject to change without notice.[More...]

Everyday Solutions’ GPS-driven Student Transportation Information Hardware Gets Network Approved on TELUS’ Mike Network

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:57:00 GMT

Everyday Solutions, Inc., the leading provider of integrated solutions for Student Transportation Information Management, announced today that Everyday Solutions’ EveryPoint™ GPS tracking unit has been Network Approved by TELUS for their MIKE network.[More...]

Widevine Licenses DRM and Adaptive Streaming for Apple iPhone to Synchronous Communications

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:56:00 GMT

SEATTLE, WA and TAIPEI, TAIWAN -- -- 06/29/09 -- Widevine® today announced Synchronous Communications Co. has become a licensed reseller of Widevine DRM and Adaptive Streaming for the Apple® iPhone. Synchronous Communications is a long standing provider of IPTV DRM technology to Chunghwa Telecom , one of the largest IPTV service operators globally and the exclusive distributor of the iPhone in Taiwan.[More...]

TELUS closes debt offering

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:22:00 GMT

C$700 million 4.95% five-year Notes VANCOUVER, May 20 /CNW/ - TELUS announced today the successful closing of its previously announced offering of C$700 million senior unsecured Notes. The 4.95% five-year Notes, Series CF mature on May 15, 2014.[More...]