Oprah Winfrey And Weight Watchers Join Forces In Groundbreaking Partnership
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Barclays Upgrades Weight Watchers (WTW) to Equalweight
October 20, 2015 6:51 AM EDTBarclays upgraded Weight Watchers (NYSE: WTW) from Underweight to Equalweight with a price target of $14.00 (from $5.00).
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Shares of Weight Watchers closed at $13.92 yesterday.
... MoreOprah Winfrey Squeezes Short Sellers in Weight Watchers (WTW)
October 19, 2015 2:30 PM EDTIt was a tough day for Weight Watchers (NYSE: WTW) shorts as shares advanced 115% after the company announced a major deal Oprah Winfrey that included a $43 million investment or 10% equity stake in the company.
"I believe in the program so much... More
Weight Watchers' (WTW) Price Target Raised to $20 at Craig-Hallum Amid Oprah Deal
October 19, 2015 9:50 AM EDT(Updated - October 19, 2015 10:29 AM EDT)
Craig-Hallum maintained a Buy rating on Weight Watchers (NYSE: WTW) and doubled its price target from $10 to $20. Earlier Weight Watchers announced Oprah Winfrey will be joining the companys board, entering a strategic marketing partnership, and investing $43 million in new shares for a 10% equity stake in the company. In the view of analyst Alex J. Fuhrman, the deal addresses... More
Weight Watchers (WTW), Oprah Winfrey Enter New Partnership
October 19, 2015 6:45 AM EDTOprah Winfrey and Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) have joined together in a groundbreaking partnership to inspire people around the world to lead a healthier and more fulfilling life. Winfrey was compelled by the proven Weight Watchers program combined with new initiatives to broaden the company's mission to prioritize overall health and wellness. As a part of this long-term partnership, Winfrey is making a substantial equity investment in the company and is joining the Board of Directors, bringing her insight to future products and programs.
"Weight Watchers has given... More

