Google (GOOG) To Implement First Ever Share Buyback - Broadpoint.AmTech Nov 11, 2009 02:59PM

Broadpoint.AmTech analyst Benjamin Schachter said Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) will soon implement its first ever stock buyback to offset AdMob dilution.

Schachter, "GOOG plans to use cash to buy back $750mm worth of its common stock (or approximately 1.32mm shares at current levels) in order to offset dilution from the upcoming all-stock acquisition of AdMob. In a recent press interview, GOOG CEO Eric Schmidt indicated a buy-back was planned, but he provided no specific details about timing, etc. We have confirmed the buy-back intention with the company, but no specifics were given on timing or method."

Schachter notes that to date, GOOG has never repurchased its own stock despite the approximately $22bn (~$69 per share) in cash and equivalents on its balance sheet.

Schachter said this move may not be an indication that GOOG will now commence a regular buy-back program, but notes that is is interesting to see that the company is at least willing to return cash to shareholders in this way.


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Broadpoint.Amtech analyst thinks that Google (GOOG) can implement a stock buyback plan to counter dilution Nov 11, 2009 02:54PM

Broadpoint.Amtech analyst thinks that Google (Nasdaq: GOOG) can implement a stock buyback plan to counter dilution. More coming


Clearwire (CLWR) Needs to Raise Up To $3B -BofA Nov 11, 2009 02:53PM

According to a Bloomberg headline, BofA believes that Clearwire (Nasdaq: CLWR) needs to raise up to $3 billion.


Merriman Curhan Ford Reiterates a 'Buy' on Regeneron (REGN); Raising Target Range Nov 11, 2009 01:34PM

Merriman Curhan Ford reiterates a 'Buy' rating on Regeneron (Nasdaq: REGN), raising target range to $34-35 from $29-31.

Merriman analyst says, "Regeneron is developing a proprietary set of “antibody-like” compounds called “traps” that can target signaling molecules with distinct implication in multiple diseases. In our view, Regeneron is an exciting biopharmaceutical development story based primarily on its first product on the market, late-stage product candidates and strong partners. The company has premier science being translated into clinically viable candidates and a strong management team. We believe Regeneron represents a core long-term biotech portfolio holding."

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Credit Suisse Hikes Target on Vale (VALE) to $34; Sees 91% Jump in Profits Next Year Nov 11, 2009 12:17PM

Shares of Brazil's Vale (NYSE: VALE) are moving lower today despite a bullish note from Credit Suisse earlier this morning. The stock most recently traded at $28.04, down 0.9% from yesterday's close.

While maintaining an Outperform rating, the firm boosted its price target on the mining company's stock from $26 to $34, a 31% increase. Credit Suisse also adjusted yearly estimates for Vale, saying the miners profits could rise as much as 91% next year, and by 31% in 2011.

The stock may be seeing downside today as we are hearing that a massive power outage has been making its way across Brazil, now reportedly affecting half of the country.

Companhia Vale do Rio Doce, through its subsidiaries, operates as a diversified metals and mining company worldwide.


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