On Friday, Shares of Arch Coal Inc. (NYSE:ACI), gained 3.60% to $1.03.
Arch Coal, declared several changes to its board of directors in keeping with its planned succession process.
Taylor joined Arch’s board in 2005 after a long, successful career at TXU, and was elected lead independent director in 2013. Eaves was elected to Arch’s board in 2006 and was elected president and CEO in 2012.
In addition, the board elected Paul T. Hanrahan to the position of Lead Independent Director, effective right away. “Paul has brought a wealth of knowledge about international and domestic energy markets to the board, particularly in the global power sector,” Eaves said. “We consistently call upon Paul for guidance as we manage through rapidly changing coal markets and look forward to his strong and steady leadership in this new role.” Hanrahan is the former CEO of AES Corporation and was elected to Arch’s board in 2012.
In addition to the board changes, Arch also declared that Paul A. Lang, formerly Arch’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been elected president and chief operating officer, effective right away. “Paul has made noteworthy contributions to Arch during his tenure and has distinguished himself again and again as a leader in the company,” Eaves said. “I am confident he will excel in this role as he continues to drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.” Lang was elected executive vice president and COO in 2012 and joined Arch’s board in early 2014.
Arch Coal, Inc. produces and sells thermal and metallurgical coal from surface and underground mines located in the United States. As of December 31, 2014, it operated or contracted out the operation of 16 mines; and owned or controlled about 5.1 billion tons of proven and probable recoverable reserves.
At the end of Friday’s trade, Shares of IMS Health Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:IMS), jumped 3.65% to $29, hitting its highest level.
IMS Health Holdings, declared results for the quarter ended March 31, 2015.
First-Quarter 2015 Operating Results
Revenue for the first quarter was up 7.0 percent on a constant currency basis, down 2.0 percent on a stated basis, to $632 million, contrast with the first quarter of 2014 as the dollar continued to strengthen. The company’s strong revenue performance in the first quarter was driven by a 12.7 percent enhance in technology services revenue on a constant currency basis, up 5.3 percent on a stated basis. Information offerings revenue was up 3.0 percent on a constant currency basis, down 7.0 percent stated. Revenue grew across all geographic regions at constant currency. Emerging markets revenue raised 11.2 percent on a constant currency basis, decreasing 2.9 percent on a stated basis. Developed markets revenue grew 6.1 percent on a constant currency basis, down 1.8 percent stated, as compared to the same period last year.
Adjusted EBITDA improved 9.8 percent on a constant currency basis, down 0.5 percent stated, to $216 million, contrast with the first quarter of 2014. This improvement reflected both the drop-through from revenue growth to Adjusted EBITDA and the impact of continued cost-reduction initiatives. Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue for the quarter improved by 87 basis points on a constant currency basis, or 49 basis points on a stated basis to 34.2 percent.
IMS Health Holdings, Inc. provides information and technology services to healthcare industry worldwide. Its principal products comprise national information offerings that provide performance metrics related to the sales of pharmaceutical products, prescribing trends, medical treatment, and promotional activity through multiple channels; and sub-national offerings, which offer information related to the measurement of sales at the regional, zip code, and individual prescriber level.
Finally, DSW Inc. (NYSE:DSW), ended its last trade with 3.63% gain, and closed at $39.14, hitting its highest level.
DSW, declared a new DSW to Shops at River Walk. The store will open on April 30, 2015.
The brand new store will be stocked with designer and name brands at truly amazing deals. 21,000 pairs of women’s and men’s shoes and more fill the 18,000 square feet space, making DSW the coolest shopping destination in Bakersfield, California right now. Ladies will be able to shop the latest spring trends counting bright prints, retro styles, bohemian looks, and jeweled accents. Guys will be able to get running shoes, sandals, dress shoes, and sneakers from their favorite brands.
Plus, the new store will have designer handbags and lots of accessories, for customers to create their ultimate spring wardrobe.
DSW Inc., together with its auxiliaries, operates as a branded footwear and accessories retailer in the United States. The company operates through two segments, DSW and Associated Business Group.
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