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Technology Losers: AOL Inc. (NYSE:AOL), LifeLock (NYSE:LOCK), Jive Software (NASDAQ:JIVE), A10 Networks (NYSE:ATEN), Marketo (NASDAQ:MKTO)

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AOL Inc., (NYSE:AOL) reported fourth-quarter profit that beat analysts’ estimates, bolstering the company’s strategy of becoming a digital advertising leader. Profit excluding some items was 92 cents a share, New York-based AOL said in a statement. That topped the 71-cent average of analysts’ estimates compiled by Bloomberg. Revenue increased 5% to $710.3 million, missing projections for $721.9 million. On Wednesday shares of AOL Inc. (NYSE:AOL) closed at $40.22. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was -11.00% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 9.87%.

LifeLock, Inc. (NYSE:LOCK) announced Total revenue was $129.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2014, up 27% from $102.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2013. Consumer revenue was $122.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2014, up 30% from $94.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2013. Enterprise revenue was $6.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2014, compared with $8.2 million for the fourth quarter of 2013.LifeLock, Inc. (NYSE:LOCK) in last trading activity decreased -6.46% to close at $14.34. Company weekly performance is -3.56% while its quarterly performance stands at -15.25%. LifeLock, Inc. (NYSE:LOCK) is -37.24% away from its 52 week high.

Jive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: JIVE) announced that Elisa Steele has been named chief executive officer. In addition, Steele has been appointed to the Jive Board of Directors, effective immediately. On last trading day Jive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:JIVE) decreased -9.69% to close at $5.50. Its volatility for the week is 4.62% while volatility for the month is 4.02%. JIVE’s sales growth for past 5 years was 53.90% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was -42.60%. Jive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:JIVE) monthly performance is -5.17%.

A10 Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ATEN) announced financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014. Total revenue for the fourth quarter was $45.2 million, compared with $42.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2013. Total revenue for the year 2014 was $179.5 million, an increase of 27 percent, compared with $141.7 million reported for the year 2013. A10 Networks, Inc. (NYSE:ATEN) has 0.60% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 39.90%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $4.01.

Marketo Inc. (NASDAQ:MKTO) reported a loss of $15.9 million in its fourth quarter. On a per-share basis, the San Mateo, California-based company said it had a loss of 39 cents. Losses, adjusted for stock option expense and amortization costs, were 18 cents per share. The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 24 cents per share. On last trading day Marketo, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKTO) decreased -19.80% to close at $28.38. Its volatility for the week is 5.81% while volatility for the month is 4.97%. Marketo, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKTO) monthly performance is -15.58%.

Semiconductor Integrated Circuits: SunEdison (NYSE:SUNE), Marvell Technology Group (NASDAQ:MRVL), Broadcom Corp. (NASDAQ:BRCM), Amkor Technology (NASDAQ:AMKR), Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS)

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SunEdison Inc. (NYSE:SUNE) has signed an agreement with Los Angeles-based solar developer PermaCity to develop, build and operate 22 megawatts of rooftop solar.On Wednesday shares of SunEdison, Inc. (NYSE:SUNE) closed at $20.29. Company’s EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 1.58%.

Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRVL) announced it will conduct a conference call following the release of its fourth fiscal quarter of 2015 financial results on Thursday, February 19, 2015, at 1:45 p.m. Pacific Time. Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRVL) in last trading activity remains unchanged to close at $16.35. Company weekly performance is 1.36% while its quarterly performance stands at 20.93%. Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRVL) is -0.57% away from its 52 week high.

The $0.14 dividend was declared by the Broadcom Corp. (NASDAQ:BRCM) Board of Directors and will be paid on March 2, 2015 to holders of record of the Company’s Class A and Class B common stock at the close of business on February 13, 2015. On last trading day Broadcom Corp. (NASDAQ:BRCM) advanced 0.09% to close at $44.72. Its volatility for the week is 1.82% while volatility for the month is 2.53%. BRCM’s sales growth for past 5 years was 13.40% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 52.70%. Broadcom Corp. (NASDAQ:BRCM) monthly performance is 7.19%.

Amkor Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMKR) announced that Dr. Choon Heung Lee has been appointed Executive Vice President for Worldwide Manufacturing Operations and President of Amkor Technology Korea, reporting to Steve Kelley, Amkors President and CEO. Dr. Lee succeeds JooHo Kim who is retiring at the end of this month after a long and distinguished career with the company. Amkor Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMKR) has 0.40% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 33.10%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $8.75.

Skyworks Solutions (NASDAQ:SWKS) was upgraded by Vetr from a “strong sell” rating to a “sell” rating in a research note issued on Monday. The firm currently has a $77.00 price target on the stock. Vetr‘s price target suggests a potential downside of 2.63% from the stock’s previous close. On last trading day Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS) advanced 0.54% to close at $82.08. Its volatility for the week is 3.16% while volatility for the month is 3.28%. SWKS’s sales growth for past 5 years was 23.30% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 33.60%. Skyworks Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:SWKS) monthly performance is 13.67%.

Tech Losers: Stratasys (NASDAQ:SSYS), 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD), M/A-COM Technology Solutions Holdings (NASDAQ:MTSI), Benchmark Electronics Inc. (NYSE:BHE), Points International (NASDAQ:PCOM)

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Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) lowered its full year 2014 adjusted EPS forecast to between $1.97 and $2.03, from prior expectations of $2.21 to $2.31. Analysts are expecting EPS of $2.25. The company expects to report full year 2015 revenues of $940 million to $960 million and adjusted EPS of $2.07 to $2.24. The consensus estimates are for revenues of $1.01 billion and EPS of $2.91.On Tuesday shares of Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) closed at $57.36. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was 31.20% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 23.33%.

3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) announced that it has been awarded two research contracts worth over $1 million to develop advanced aerospace and defense 3D printing manufacturing capabilities at convincing scale. These contracts are administered by America Makes (the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute) and funded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) in last trading activity moved down -5.39% to close at $28.62. Company weekly performance is -2.35% while its quarterly performance stands at -24.29%. 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) is -65.37% away from its 52 week high.

M/A-Com Technology Solutions Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:MTSI) reported a loss of $6.3 million in its fiscal first quarter. On a per-share basis, the Lowell, Massachusetts-based company said it had a loss of 13 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs and amortization costs, were 38 cents per share. The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 35 cents per share.On last trading day M/A-COM Technology Solutions Holdings (NASDAQ:MTSI) moved down -7.43% to close at $29.90. Its volatility for the week is 6.17% while volatility for the month is 5.45%. MTSI’s sales growth for past 5 years was 32.50% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 15.34%. M/A-COM Technology Solutions Holdings (NASDAQ:MTSI) monthly performance is -5.17%.

Benchmark Electronics Inc. (NYSE:BHE) announced Revenue of $710 million was at the low end of our expectations due to softness in the computing and telecom sectors. Cash flows provided by operating activities were $23 million. Cash and cash equivalents balance was $427 million at December 31, 2014.Benchmark Electronics Inc. (NYSE:BHE) has 0.70% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 97.20%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $23.07.

Points International Ltd. (NASDAQ:PCOM), announced that its Board of Directors has approved the repurchase of up to 782,454 of its common shares (the “Repurchase”), representing approximately 5% of its issued and outstanding shares as of January 31, 2015. On last trading day Points International Ltd. (NASDAQ:PCOM) moved down -7.14% to close at $9.36. Its volatility for the week is 7.84% while volatility for the month is 6.50%. PCOM’s sales growth for past 5 years was 21.80% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 23.60%. Points International Ltd. (NASDAQ:PCOM) monthly performance is -30.67%.

Tech Gainers: Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ), Trina Solar (NYSE:TSL), VimpelCom (NASDAQ:VIP), Yingli Green Energy Holding (NYSE:YGE), Applied Micro Circuits (NASDAQ:AMCC)

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Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ), announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Sharp Corporation (TSE:6753) to acquire Recurrent Energy, LLC, a leading North American solar energy developer, for approximately $265 million. On Tuesday shares of Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ) closed at $26.69. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was 18.60% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 10.00%.

Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) on 29 January announced that its State Key Laboratory Testing Center became the first testing center in the solar industry to receivethe Power Measurement Uncertainty Assessment Service (“UAS”) Certificate from TUV Rheinland. Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) in last trading activity increased 10.16% to close at $10.52. Company weekly performance is 17.28% while its quarterly performance stands at -0.38%. Trina Solar Limited (NYSE:TSL) is -43.95% away from its 52 week high.

VimpelCom Ltd. (NASDAQ:VIP), on 30 January announced the closing of the sale by GTH of a 51% interest in Omnium Telecom Algeria SpA (formerly known as Orascom Telecom Algerie SpA, “OTA” or “Djezzy”) to the Algerian National Investment Fund, Fonds National d’Investissement (the “FNI”), for USD 2.6 billion. On last trading day VimpelCom Ltd. (NASDAQ:VIP) increased 13.35% to close at $4.67. Its volatility for the week is 10.11% while volatility for the month is 6.99%. VIP’s sales growth for past 5 years was 17.40% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was -37.70%. VimpelCom Ltd. (NASDAQ:VIP) monthly performance is 9.11%.

Deutsche Bank downgraded shares of Yingli Green Energy Hold. Co. Ltd. (NYSE:YGE) from a buy rating to a hold rating in a research note released on Thursday morning, TheFlyOnTheWall.com reports. They currently have $3.00 target price on the stock. Yingli Green Energy Holding Co. Ltd. (NYSE:YGE) has 5.32% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 20.20%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $2.08.

On January 23, 2015, the board of directors of Applied Micro Circuits Corporation (NASDAQ:AMCC) approved a restructuring plan to reorganize the Company’s operations and reduce its workforce and related operating expenses. On last trading day Applied Micro Circuits Corporation (NASDAQ:AMCC) increased 9.53% to close at $5.17. Its volatility for the week is 9.50% while volatility for the month is 5.74%. AMCC’s sales growth for past 5 years was 0.20% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 54.30%. Applied Micro Circuits Corporation (NASDAQ:AMCC) monthly performance is -20.22%.

Tech Sector Bears: Radware (NASDAQ:RDWR), Blonder Tongue Laboratories Inc. (NYSEMKT:BDR), Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG), Open Text Corporation (NASDAQ:OTEX), RigNet (NASDAQ:RNET)

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Radware Ltd. (NASDAQ:RDWR) reported record quarterly revenues of $61.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2014. This represents an increase of 7% compared with revenues of $56.8 million for the third quarter of 2014, and an increase of 15% compared with revenues of $53.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2013. On Wednesday shares of Radware Ltd. (NASDAQ:RDWR) closed at $19.72. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was 15.30% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 17.20%.

Blonder Tongue Laboratories Inc. (NYSEMKT:BDR) announced that the company’s HDE-8C-QAM w/Opt 2 encoder has been approved for use in high-definition (HD) deployments over coax infrastructure by a major U.S. satellite digital television provider. Blonder Tongue Laboratories Inc. (NYSEMKT:BDR) in last trading activity moved down -10.71% to close at $1.75. Company weekly performance is -6.42% while its quarterly performance stands at 53.51%. Blonder Tongue Laboratories Inc. (NYSEMKT:BDR) is -39.24% away from its 52 week high.

Fuel-cell maker Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ:PLUG) toned down its sales outlook for 2015, saying it had decided to put out numbers “people could rely” on after receiving “a lot of criticism for under-delivering.” The company had earlier forecast full-year sales of $130 million. Analysts on average estimated sales of $123.7 million, according to Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S. On last trading day Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) moved down -9.12% to close at $2.89. Its volatility for the week is 9.59% while volatility for the month is 6.52%. PLUG’s sales growth for past 5 years was 8.20% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 43.00%. Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) monthly performance is -6.17%.

Open Text Corporation (NASDAQ:OTEX) Board declared a quarterly cash dividend to holders of the Company’s Common Shares of $0.1725. The record date for this dividend is February 26, 2015 and the payment date is March 19, 2015.Open Text Corporation (NASDAQ:OTEX) institutional ownership stands at 95.30%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $54.17.

RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ:RNET), on 13 January announced that Rajesh Salem has joined the Company in the new position of vice president, Strategy & Marketing. In this role, Salem will oversee the Company’s existing strategy and marketing efforts and be responsible for new business development strategies and marketing plans that meet the evolving mission critical needs of the Company’s demanding energy customers around the world. On last trading day RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ:RNET) moved down -9.00% to close at $32.16. Its volatility for the week is 4.31% while volatility for the month is 4.69%. RNET’s sales growth for past 5 years was 19.70% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 26.00%. RigNet, Inc. (NASDAQ:RNET) monthly performance is -23.54%.

Tech Sector Bulls: Freescale Semiconductor, (NYSE:FSL), Transgenomic Inc. (NASDAQ:TBIO), USA Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:USAT), Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA), Advent Software (NASDAQ:ADVS)

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Freescale Semiconductor Ltd. (NYSE:FSL) reported fourth quarter adjusted EPS of $0.42, which exceeded the consensus estimate of $0.33.On Wednesday shares of Freescale Semiconductor, Ltd. (NYSE:FSL) closed at $31.16. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was -4.30% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 15.00%.

Transgenomic, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBIO), on 14 January announced that the commercial launch of its Multiplexed ICE COLD-PCRTM (MX-ICP) product line is scheduled in the first quarter of 2015. MX-ICP is an ultra-high sensitivity DNA amplification technology that allows the simultaneous detection of multiple mutations in multiple genes from either tumor or liquid samples, such as blood or urine, on all platforms. Transgenomic Inc. (NASDAQ:TBIO) in last trading activity advanced 12.86% to close at $3.51. Company weekly performance is 65.57% while its quarterly performance stands at 2.03%. Transgenomic Inc. (NASDAQ:TBIO) is -45.92% away from its 52 week high.

USA Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:USAT), announced a nationwide rollout of new acceptance points for Apple Pay, a new category of service that transforms mobile payments with an easy, secure and private way to pay. On last trading day USA Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:USAT) advanced 11.76% to close at $2.09. Its volatility for the week is 6.70% while volatility for the month is 5.67%. USAT’s sales growth for past 5 years was 28.70% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 23.10%. USA Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:USAT) monthly performance is 22.94%.

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) reported Profit totaled $1.22 a share, excluding items, in the quarter ended Dec. 31, Redwood City, California-based Electronic Arts said Tuesday in a statement. Analysts were forecasting 93 cents, the average of estimates. Adjusted sales of $1.43 billion beat forecasts of $1.29 billion. Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) has 0.40% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 99.90%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $54.61.

Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADVS), announced that it will release its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014 on Monday, February 2, 2015 after the market closes. On last trading day Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADVS) advanced 9.84% to close at $41.63. Its volatility for the week is 5.14% while volatility for the month is 4.17%. ADVS’s sales growth for past 5 years was 10.00% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 11.70%. Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADVS) monthly performance is 32.37%.

Technology Bulls: Infinera Corporation (NASDAQ:INFN), Novatel Wireless Inc. (NASDAQ:MIFI), E2open (NASDAQ:EOPN), Transgenomic Inc. (NASDAQ:TBIO), Smart Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SMT)

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Infinera Corp. (NASDAQ:INFN) reported fourth quarter adjusted EPS of $0.13 after the bell Thursday, which surpassed the consensus estimate of $0.11. On Friday shares of Infinera Corporation (NASDAQ:INFN) closed at $16.99. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was 0.90% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 20.00%.

LoJack Corporation (LOJN), announced a collaboration with Novatel Wireless (NASDAQ:MIFI) to develop robust positioning and accuracy capabilities in the LoJack® Connect for Inventory Management system, which will be demonstrated in LoJack’s booth (#5058W) at the 2015 National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA) Convention & Exposition. Novatel Wireless Inc. (NASDAQ:MIFI) in last trading activity increased 13.99% to close at $4.97. Company weekly performance is 10.20% while its quarterly performance stands at 76.87%. Novatel Wireless Inc. (NASDAQ:MIFI) is -7.96% away from its 52 week high.

On January 15, 2015, the Board of Directors of E2open, Inc. (NASDAQ:EOPN) authorized and declared a dividend distribution of one right (a “Right”) for each outstanding share of common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Shares”), of the Company to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 26, 2015 (the “Record Date”). On last trading day E2open, Inc. (NASDAQ:EOPN) increased 12.94% to close at $6.81. Its volatility for the week is 13.25% while volatility for the month is 7.91%. EOPN’s sales growth for past 5 years was 13.60% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 30.90%. E2open, Inc. (NASDAQ:EOPN) monthly performance is -27.48%.

Transgenomic, Inc. (NASDAQ: TBIO), a global biotechnology company advancing personalized medicine in cardiology, oncology, and inherited diseases through advanced diagnostic tests and clinical and research services, on 14 January announced that the commercial launch of its Multiplexed ICE COLD-PCRTM (MX-ICP) product line is scheduled in the first quarter of 2015. MX-ICP is an ultra-high sensitivity DNA amplification technology that allows the simultaneous detection of multiple mutations in multiple genes from either tumor or liquid samples, such as blood or urine, on all platforms. Transgenomic Inc. (NASDAQ:TBIO) has 20.86% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 28.50%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $2.27.

SMART Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SMT) (SMA.TO), an innovator and leading provider of collaboration solutions announces that SMART amp™ collaborative learning software is the winner of a prestigious BETT Award. On last trading day Smart Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SMT) increased 10.07% to close at $1.53. Its volatility for the week is 10.99% while volatility for the month is 8.02%. SMT’s sales growth for past 5 years was 4.70% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 17.60%. Smart Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:SMT) monthly performance is 28.57%.

Technology Bears: KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC), Sphere 3D Corporation (NASDAQ:ANY), Synacor (NASDAQ:SYNC), 8×8 Inc. (NASDAQ:EGHT), Upland Software (NASDAQ:UPLD)

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KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) announced operating results for its second quarter of fiscal year 2015, which ended on December 31, 2014, and reported GAAP net income of $20 million and GAAP earnings per diluted share of $0.12 on revenues of $676 million. On Friday shares of KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) closed at $65.24. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was 14.00% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 11.80%.

Sphere 3D Corporation (NASDAQ:ANY), a leading provider of virtualization technology and data management solutions announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Overland Storage, has expanded its distribution agreement with Promark, a premier U.S.-focused value-added distributor (VAD) and wholly-owned subsidiary of Ingram Micro, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Promark will offer Sphere 3D’s virtualization product solutions and continue to offer the Overland Storage portfolio in the U.S. Sphere 3D Corporation (NASDAQ:ANY) in last trading activity fell -7.81% to close at $4.13. Company weekly performance is -13.96% while its quarterly performance stands at -26.25%. Sphere 3D Corporation (NASDAQ:ANY) is -63.96% away from its 52 week high.

Synacor Inc. (NASDAQ:SYNC), the trusted technology, services and revenue partner for video, Internet and communications providers, and device manufacturers, on 14 January announced it has acquired NimbleTV, the New York City-based provider of multiscreen, live linear television programming for pay-TV subscribers. The combination of NimbleTV’s assets and talent is part of Synacor’s broader strategy for delivering end-to-end, advanced video solutions. On last trading day Synacor, Inc. (NASDAQ:SYNC) fell -7.39% to close at $2.13. Its volatility for the week is 6.46% while volatility for the month is 8.74%. SYNC’s sales growth for past 5 years was 16.30% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was 26.30%. Synacor, Inc. (NASDAQ:SYNC) monthly performance is 33.13%.

8×8 Inc, (NASDAQ:EGHT) a provider of cloud-based unified communications and contact center solutions, has announced the launch of Virtual Office and Virtual Contact Center, a new platform that helps integrate telephony, unified communications and call center users across an enterprise. 8×8 Inc. (NASDAQ:EGHT) has 3.50% insider ownership while its institutional ownership stands at 64.10%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $8.16.

Upland Software (NASDAQ:UPLD) major shareholder Esw Capital, Llc purchased 59,713 shares of Upland Software stock in a transaction dated Friday, January 16th. The stock was purchased at an average price of $8.66 per share, with a total value of $517,114.58. On last trading day Upland Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:UPLD) fell -6.45% to close at $7.83. Its volatility for the week is 5.05% while volatility for the month is 6.06%. Upland Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:UPLD) monthly performance is -16.70%.

Communication Equipment Stocks: Alcatel Lucent SA (ADR) (NYSE:ALU), QUALCOMM (NASDAQ:QCOM), Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK), Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC), Polycom (NASDAQ:PLCM)

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Alcatel-Lucent SA (ADR) (NYSE:ALU) on 13 January has further underlined its leadership in fixed-line ultra-broadband access by reaching the milestone of 10 million VDSL2 vectoring line shipments. On Thursday shares of Alcatel Lucent SA (ADR) (NYSE:ALU) closed at $3.45. Company’s sales growth for last 5 years was -3.20% and EPS growth for next 5 years is recorded as 42.10%.

Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:QCOM) is contending with reports that a new chip for smartphones generates too much heat. But it isn’t clear whether the issue will turn into a major problem for the company. LG Electronics, the first company to announce plans to use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, said it had successfully worked around the chip’s heat emission. QUALCOMM, Inc. (NASDAQ:QCOM) in last trading activity increased 0.44% to close at $71.90. Company weekly performance is -0.44% while its quarterly performance stands at -3.56%. QUALCOMM, Inc. (NASDAQ:QCOM) is -11.28% away from its 52 week high.

Shares of Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK) were the target of a large decline in short interest during the month of December. As of December 31st, there was short interest totalling 18,561,910 shares, a decline of 17.4% from the December 15th total of 22,484,848 shares, Stock Ratings News reports. On last trading day Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK) increased 2.08% to close at $7.87. Its volatility for the week is 1.73% while volatility for the month is 1.61%. NOK’s sales growth for past 5 years was -24.20% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was -47.70%. Nokia Corporation (ADR) (NYSE:NOK) monthly performance is -0.51%.

MTN Benin, has partnered with Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) under their Ecology Management Program, to launch the first electrical and electronic equipment waste (e-waste) collection and awareness drive in Benin. This campaign is geared towards creating awareness and minimizing the potential environmental impact associated with the disposal of decommissioned electrical and electronic equipment in the country. Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) institutional ownership stands at 5.60%. In last trading activity company’s stock closed at $12.26.

Polycom, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLCM) reported fourth quarter 2014 revenues of $349 million, non-GAAP net income of $34 million and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share of 24 cents. GAAP net income for the fourth quarter was $20 million, or 15 cents per diluted share. On last trading day Polycom, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLCM) moved down -1.69% to close at $12.53. Its volatility for the week is 2.83% while volatility for the month is 2.21%. PLCM’s sales growth for past 5 years was 5.10% and its EPS growth for past 5 years was -17.70%. Polycom, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLCM) monthly performance is -7.76%.