Oppenheimer Notes a Solid Q4 for Life Technologies (LIFE), Appropriately Conservative Outlook
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Oppenheimer commented on Outperform-rated Life Technologies (NASDAQ: LIFE) following solid Q4 results and a conservative 2012 outlook.
The firm notes the company posted slightly better than expected Q4 results led by strong consumable revenue, Ion Torrent placements, and strength in Forensics. The company also provided "achievable" 2012 guidance that calls for revenue growth of 2-4%, EPS of $3.90-4.05 and FCF of $650-675M.
As the company continues to deleverage, management reaffirmed their commitment to disciplined capital deployment through buybacks and targeted acquisitions.
Oppenheimer's analyst said their long-term outlook remains unchanged, as they see substantial opportunity in the Ion Torrent and pending launch of the Ion Proton as well as continued expansion into emerging markets.
Full-year revenue estimate for 2012 remains unchanged at $3.82B while EPS estimate moves to $3.98 from $4.10.
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Shares of Life Technologies closed at $48.88 yesterday, with a 52 week range of $35.30-$56.71.
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The firm notes the company posted slightly better than expected Q4 results led by strong consumable revenue, Ion Torrent placements, and strength in Forensics. The company also provided "achievable" 2012 guidance that calls for revenue growth of 2-4%, EPS of $3.90-4.05 and FCF of $650-675M.
As the company continues to deleverage, management reaffirmed their commitment to disciplined capital deployment through buybacks and targeted acquisitions.
Oppenheimer's analyst said their long-term outlook remains unchanged, as they see substantial opportunity in the Ion Torrent and pending launch of the Ion Proton as well as continued expansion into emerging markets.
Full-year revenue estimate for 2012 remains unchanged at $3.82B while EPS estimate moves to $3.98 from $4.10.
For an analyst ratings summary and ratings history on Life Technologies click here. For more ratings news on Life Technologies click here.
Shares of Life Technologies closed at $48.88 yesterday, with a 52 week range of $35.30-$56.71.
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