New Research Reports for Netflix, Intel & UnitedHealth

Monday, September 26, 2016

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Intel (INTC), UnitedHealth (UNH) and Netflix (NFLX). These 16 reports have been hand-picked from the roughly 70 research reports issued by our analyst team today. You can see all of today's research reports here >>>

Shares of Buy rated Intel have been strong performers this year (up nearly 9% year-to-date), but they have lagged other chipmakers. Estimates have started going up lately, reflecting improved outlook for the company's data center business and prospects in the cloud space. Intel has long struggled in the mobile space, but its investments in IoT, security and memory could pay off this year. Intel’s non-volatile memory business is poised to take off while it remains the unquestioned leader in the microprocessor market. Additionally, Intel’s development program where major architecture and cost constraints are upgraded every alternate year is also encouraging. (You can read the full research report on Intel here>>)

UnitedHealth shares have surged more than 19% year-to-date on continued momentum in the Medicaid and Medicare businesses. The analyst likes continued growth at Optum, with the Optum Rx sub-segment expected to benefit from the Catamaran acquisition. The Zacks analyst explains in today's research report the reasons why estimates are going up, pushing the stock to Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can read the full research report on UnitedHealth here>>)

Netflix shares have struggled this year on doubts about subscription growth, stiff competition and the investment incurred on original and acquired content. However, the Zacks analyst remains optimistic about the company's subscriber growth outlook  and focus on producing more quality original content. Rapid international expansion is expected to provide a major avenue for growth while applications for both Android and Apple devices have helped it to expand its market share. (You can read the full research report on Netflix here>>)

Other noteworthy reports we are featuring today include United Parcel (UPS), IBM (IBM) and Charles Schwab (SCHW).

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Today's Must Read

Cloud, IoT and Security to Power Intel (INTC)

Netflix's (NFLX) Growth to be Fueled by Overseas Expansion

UnitedHealth (UNH) Poised to Grow via Optum, Axes Exchange Losses

Featured Reports

United Parcel (UPS) to Enter Asia's 3D printing industry

Though positive on the company's decision to enter Asia's 3D market and other expansion initiatives, the Zacks analyst believes that foreign exchange related headwinds will continue to hurt results.

IBM's (IBM) Research Unit, MIT Team Up to Develop Machine Vision

The covering analyst believes that IBM's collaboration with MIT on the development of machine vision is a plus for the company.

Applied Materials (AMAT) & A*STAR's IME Expand Partnership

The Zacks analyst believes that the research collaboration with IME will enable Applied Materials to develop advanced technologies and products for international markets.

Agilent's (A) Broad-Based Portfolio a Major Growth Driver

The covering analyst believes that Agilent's broad-based portfolio offers higher growth potential. However, macro weakness in the U.S. and Europe and forex headwinds remain concerns.

Raymond James (RJF) Closes U.S. Private Client Service Deal

According to the Zacks analyst, the acquisition of U.S. Private Client Services unit will further boost Private Client Group segment's performance.

Copart's (CPRT) Fourth-Quarter Earnings Beat Estimates

The company is benefiting from tailwinds such as rising revenues and geographic expansion, per the Zacks analyst.

CSX Corp.'s (CSX) 3Q16 Likely to be Hurt by Coal Woes

Though positive on the company's efforts to increase efficiency, the Zacks analyst is concerned about the lackluster 3Q16 view, thanks to coal-related headwinds.

New Upgrades

Strong Business Outlook Makes Crown Castle (CCI) a Strong Buy

The Zacks analyst believes that Crown Castle's extensive tower portfolio, strong business outlook and healthy leasing activity are likely to benefit the company in the long term.

Sherwin-Williams (SHW) to Grow on Buyout and Cost Control

The covering analyst believes Sherwin-Williams is set to benefit through acquisitions and cost control initiatives. The company also remains committed to increasing shareholder returns.

Schwab's (SCHW) Strategic Initiatives to Fuel Revenue Growth

According to the Zacks analyst, the fully automated investment advisory service and management's efforts to increase client base in advisory solutions will likely boost revenues ahead.

New Downgrades

Sluggish Cardiac Rhythm Market May Hit St. Jude (STJ)

According to the Zacks analyst, sluggish conditions in the Cardiac Rhythm Management market and steep market competition might pose major headwinds to St Jude's performance in the near term.

Q3 Margins May Narrow for Level 3 Communications (LVLT)

The covering analyst believes that Level 3 Communications' reduced Q3 forecast is mainly due to the aftereffects of a weaker pound following the Brexit resolution.

Baker Hughes' (BHI) Strong Liquidity Position Impresses

The Zacks analyst appreciates Baker Hughes' impressive cost-control initiatives and strong liquidity position. However, persistent weak oil might hurt the company's operations in the near future.

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