On Friday, in the course of Afternoon trade, Shares of United Microelectronics Corp (ADR) (NYSE:UMC), dropped -1.10%, and is now trading at $1.79.
United Microelectronics Corporation, issued an update on its guidance for the third quarter of 2015.
Based on its 3Q 2015 outlook, UMC anticipates foundry segment gross profit margin to be in the high-teens percentage range, contrast to its formerly stated guidance of mid-teens percentage range in the company’s earlier 2Q 2015 earnings declarement.
United Microelectronics Corporation provides semiconductor wafer foundry solutions. Its foundry solutions comprise silicon verification, libraries and IP, design verification, design for manufacturing, MM/RF foundry design kit and design support manual, and design flow reference, in addition to mask services, such as mask inspection, IP protection and data preparation, and tape-out status tracking.
During an Afternoon trade, Shares of Foundation Medicine Inc (NASDAQ:FMI), dipped -8.65%, and is now trading at $20.38.
Foundation Medicine, stated financial and operating results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2015. Highlights for the quarter comprised of:
- 8,846 clinical tests stated in the second quarter, 50% year-over-year growth;
- Second quarter revenue of $22.5 million, 55% year-over-year growth;
- Second quarter revenue from biopharmaceutical customers of $10.0 million, 97% year-over-year growth;
- FoundationCORE molecular information knowledgebase grew to over 50,000 patient cases;
- Updated full-year 2015 revenue guidance to a range of $85 to $95 million, and full-year 2015 stated clinical test volumes to a range of 35,000 to 38,000.
Foundation Medicine, Inc. provides various molecular information products in the United States. Its molecular information platform comprises proprietary methods and algorithms to analyze specimens across various types of cancer, in addition to for incorporating that information into clinical care; and offers genomic information about each patients individual cancer, enabling physicians to optimize treatments in clinical practice and biopharmaceutical companies to develop targeted oncology therapies.
Shares of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), during its Friday’s current trading session gained 1.43%, and is now trading at $58.88.
Armstrong World Industries, stated second quarter 2015 results.
“The majority of the sales decline in the second quarter was caused by foreign exchange movements,” said Matt Espe, CEO. “Despite the muted top line performance in the first half of the year influenced by foreign exchange headwinds and market related softness, we`re maintaining our adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS guidance for the full year 2015, which remain unchanged at the midpoint.”
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells flooring products and ceiling systems worldwide. The company’s Building Products segment produces suspended mineral fibers, soft fibers, and metal ceiling systems for use in commercial, institutional, and residential settings, in addition to complementary ceiling products; and sells suspension system products.
Finally, Jarden Corp (NYSE:JAH), lost -0.42% Friday.
Jarden Home Brands, declared its partnership with No Kid Hungry, which is ending childhood hunger in this nation by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. Organizations committed to sharing resources to make healthy, fresh food accessible to all, Jarden Home Brands and No Kid Hungry, a campaign of national anti-hunger organization Share Our Strength, are proud to come together to provide an exciting way for people nationwide to contribute to this important cause via the Ball Mason Jar Celebrity Auction. On Saturday, August 1, Jarden Home Brands will launch the Ball Mason Jar Celebrity Auction during its fifth annual International Can-It-Forward Day webcast on FreshPreserving.com. With 100% of proceeds benefitting No Kid Hungry, a collection of autographed and filled Ball Heritage Collection Pint Jars in Purple will be unveiled. Celebrity chefs, athletes and television stars have all contributed to the auction. No Kid Hungry supporters, home canners and others interested in contributing can visit eBay Giving Works on August 1 to bid on the collection with all proceeds benefitting No Kid Hungry.
“We’re thrilled to work with Jarden Home Brands on this unique program to rally support for No Kid Hungry,” said Chuck Scofield, Share Our Strength’s Chief Development Officer. “We believe everyone has a strength to share in the fight to end childhood hunger, and this initiative allows everyone from celebrities and chefs to their fans and home cooking enthusiasts to play a role in making No Kid Hungry a reality.”
Jarden Corporation manufactures, markets, and distributes consumer products worldwide. The company’s Outdoor Solutions segment offers camping and outdoor equipment; fishing and team sports equipment; alpine and nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and in-line skating products; technical and outdoor apparel and equipment; personal flotation devices, water sports equipment, and all-terrain vehicle gears; and inflatable air beds and accessories.
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