Saturday, April 21, 2012

Hundreds of thousands may lose Internet in July

Hundreds of thousands may lose Internet in July

"For computer users, a few mouse clicks could mean the difference between staying online and losing Internet connections this summer.
Unknown to most of them, their problem began when international hackers ran an online advertising scam to take control of infected computers around the world. In a highly unusual response, the FBI set up a safety net months ago using government computers to prevent Internet disruptions for those infected users. But that system is to be shut down."

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Guidelines for MSFT Trading Ranges Based on Historical Results After Hours/Post Earnings Day

April 19, 2012 Broke through 32+ after hours.

Closest comparable data are here:

On Jan. 19, 2012, MSFT advanced 2.2% in evening trade after topping Q2 earnings estimates. The stock jumped higher the next day, advancing 5.6% by the close on Jan. 20.

On April 23, 2009, MSFT advanced 3.5% in after-hours trade despite missing Q3 revenue expectations. The stock surged higher in the following day's regular session, ending up 10.5%.

On Jan. 26, 2006, shares rose 2.2% after the company reported improved results from the comparable quarter and guided mostly in line for the coming quarter. The gain was a steeper 4.7% the next day.

Microsoft Earnings Surprisingly Better Than Expected (With Very Funny MSFT Ceo Pic!)

Microsoft Earnings Surprisingly Better Than Expected