Euronext welcomes Medtech Surgical on Euronext Paris

a Bertin Nahum, President and Founder of Medtech, opens the European trading day in Paris.Medtech specializes in designing, manufacturing and marketing surgery assistance robotic devices systems for the cranial and spinal neurosurgery. The systems consist of a robotic arm and a touch screen mounted on a rolling base. Net sales break down by activity as follows: sale of robotized systems (85%): systems intended for the cranial neurosurgery and marketed under the ROSA Brain brand (7 units sold in 2012/13)  ;other (15%): maintenance services, module upgrading, sale of consumables, robot renting, etc.Net sales are distributed geographically as follows: France (28%), Europe (14%), the United States (26%), Russia (13%), China (9%), Saudi Arabia (8%) and Canada (2%).

NYSE Morning Update 11/29/2013

a Ahead of the Bell: Dow futures are trading up 49 points and S&P futures are trading up 4 points indicating the S&P 500 Index may extend a record in today’s shortened trading session, before economic reports next week.  Investors will await reports on manufacturing and home sales next week, and the November release of non-farm payrolls on Dec. 6.  Janet Yellen, who will replace Ben Bernanke as chairman of the Fed, has said she will ensure monetary stimulus isn’t removed too soon to support economic recovery in the U.S. On the economic calendar today, no reports are scheduled to be released.  Trading in the New York Stock Exchange will end at 1 p.m. local time today.The dollar is down against the major currencies. Gold is trading at $1,251. Crude oil is currently trading at $92 a barrel. Stocks rose on Wednesday as reports on consumer confidence beat estimates and jobless claims unexpectedly fell, while Treasuries slumped amid concern the Federal Reserve is closer to reducing stimulus.This morning on CNBC, Macy's CEO, Terry Lundgren, talked about "Black Friday" sales and an early opening. Lundgren said retailers are opening earlier to capture the younger shoppers. He is forecasting better than expected sales after surveying store associates and shoppers. Macy's decided to open earlier than last year because its what the customer wanted. The key is working collaboratively with the suppliers to get the merchandise in the stores. He pointed out, online business is growing very fast; people are buying items online and returning them in store locations, and buying something else. Finally, when pressed on how much the Thanksgiving Parade cost the company, Lundgren said a lot of money, but Macy's would continue to do it because it is what the company is about, satisfying the customer.Have a great weekend!Wednesday’s CloseDJIA up 24.53 pts/+0.15%/ 16,097.33S&P up 4.49 pts/+0.25%/ 1,807.23Nasdaq up 27.00 pts/+0.67%/ 4,044.75Friday’s FuturesDow Futures up 49.00 pts/+0.30%S&P Futures up 4.755 pts/+0.26%Nasdaq Futures up 17.00 pts/+0.49%Overseas MarketsFTSE +0.36%CAC 40 +0.13%NIKKEI 225 -0.41%HANG SENG +0.39%Overseas:  World stock markets were little changed today as a report in Europe showed employment in the euro zone fell from a record high and as GrainCorp plunged after the Australian government rejected a takeover bid by a foreign rival.  Economic Reports:  NoneTop Headlines:     The Wall Street Journal reported, Charter Communications is arranging $25 billion in debt financing to help it fund a bid for Time Warner Cable (TWC).CVS Caremark Corp will buy drug infusion services provider Coram LLC for $2.1 billion.Archer-Daniels-Midland’s (ADM) A$2.2 billion ($2 billion) takeover of GrainCorp Ltd. was blocked by Australia, prompting a record drop in shares of the east coast’s biggest crop handler.Commodities/Currency:Gold:up $13.70 to $1,251.50Oil:up $0.50 to $92.80EUR/USD 1.3612 +0.0008USD/JPY 102.30 +0.0100GBP/USD 1.6341 +0.0001Volatility Index (VIX): As of the close of business Wednesday, November 27, 2013 the VIX is up 0.17 at 12.98Companies Reporting Quarterly Earnings:NoneToday’s Opening and Closing Bells:Charitybuzz Celebrates Charity Fundraising Milestone with NYSE Opening Bell® The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Visits the NYSE and Celebrates the 66th Anniversary of the Marine Toys for Tots Program.  President and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Lieutenant General Pete Osman will ring the closing bell.Giuseppe Montefinese – Specialist Corporate Actions & Market WatchIntercontinentalExchange | NYSE11 Wall St | New York, NY 10005Tel: 212.656.5105 | Fax: 212.656.5893 | Mob: 347.237.2178gmontefinese@nyx.comNothing herein constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or a recommendation of any security or trading practice. Some information included above has been aggregated from multiple public third-party financial news sources for informational purposes only and redistributed to the NYSE Euronext community.  NYSE Euronext does not control the content provided by these sources and does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of such content.    

Charitybuzz Celebrates Charity Fundraising Milestone

a Charitybuzz, a luxury charity auction website that raises funds for nonprofits around the world, will visit the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Friday, November 29 and ring The Opening Bell® to celebrate raising $100 million for charity to date. Since its inception in 2005, Charitybuzz has funded the work of more than 2,000 nonprofits around the globe.Charitybuzz is known for auctioning intimate access to thousands of celebrities, business icons and world leaders such as President Clinton, the Pope, the Dalai Lama, Oprah, Paul McCartney, Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, George Clooney, LeBron James, Anna Wintour, Warren Buffett and Tim Cook. The company also offers access to luxury getaways, VIP events and memorabilia. Eighty percent of each auction benefits a designated nonprofit.Over 50,000 once-in-a-lifetime experiences were auctioned to reach the $100 million milestone. Funds have benefited a diverse list of organizations, from small schools to international NGOs, working to alleviate poverty, champion equality, educate children globally, eradicate disease, protect our planet, and much more.About CharitybuzzCharitybuzz raises funds for nonprofits around the globe through online auctions with the world's most recognizable celebrities and brands. Featuring access to acclaimed actors and musicians, business and political leaders, star athletes, luxury travel, couture fashion, rare memorabilia and more, Charitybuzz brings its online community of bidders exclusive opportunities to live their dreams and make a difference. Since launching, Charitybuzz has raised over $100 million for charity. To learn more, visit www.Charitybuzz.com, like us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Charitybuzz or follow us on Twitter at @Charitybuzz. (Source: Charitybuzz)

School children drum for Drumming Day 2013

a Over a hundred school children make as much noise as possible for Drumming Day 2013. CEO of Euronext Amsterdam, Cees Vermaas, sounds the gongjoined by a procession of children from various schools in Amsterdam as they march across the trading floor with their drums.Drumming Day is an annual event commemorating the orphan who prevented the destruction of the exchange building by the Spaniards during the Dutch War of Independence in the 17th century. To thank him, children were allowed to bang their drums at the exchange trading floor one day a year, an ancient tradition that has been reinstated at Euronext Amsterdam.For more information: www.aex.nl/beurstrommelenDownload photo

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Visits the NYSE

aOn Friday, November 29, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation will visit the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate the 66th Anniversary of the Marine Toys for Tots Program while reminding the public that it's once again time to help bring the joy of Christmas to America's less fortunate children.To mark the occasion, President and CEO Pete Osman will ring the NYSE Closing Bell.Through the gift of a new toy or book, the Marine Toys for Tots Program brings the joy of Christmas and sends a message of hope to America's less fortunate children at Christmas time. In spite of the economy, we have 762 Local Campaigns taking place across the nation this year, and the Marine Corps hopes to eclipse last year's record setting effort of distributing over 16.8 million toys to over 7.2 million less fortunate children.More information about the Marine Toys for Tots Program can be found at: http://www.toysfortots.org/

Markets Higher Closing News 11/27/13

a US stocks finished positive ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday with the Dow logging its fifth straight day of gains amid light volume trading and a round of mostly upbeat US economic data. Technology and Industrials led gains on the S&P 500, while Energy and Utilities topped declines.  Gold and Oil are both lower amid a rally in the dollar. In US economic news, the Labor Department reported Initial claims for state unemployment benefits fell by 10K to a seasonally adjusted 316K.  Economists’ had forecast first time applications to rise to 332K last week.  The four-week moving average for new claims, which irons out week-to-week volatility, slipped 7,500 to 331,750. A separate report showed orders for Durable Goods - items from toasters to aircraft that are meant to last at least three years, fell 2%, largely because demand for civilian and defense aircraft tumbled. Durable goods orders had increased 4.1% in September. Chicago PMI showed monthly growth in composite activity remains exceptionally strong, at 63.0 for this month's reading vs an even stronger 65.9 in October.  Strength is centered in new orders which are at a robust 68.8. The prior reading, at 74.3, was a 9 year high.  Production slowed in the month but remains very strong at 64.3 vs 71.1.Michigan Consumer Sentiment popped surprisingly higher, to 75.1 for the final November reading vs Econoday expectations for 73.3. The mid-month reading was 72.0 which implies a solid upper 70s level for the last two weeks which is the best pace since August. Market Indices/Statistics:Dow closed up 24.53 pts/ +0.15% to 16,097.33; 19 of the 30 Dow stocks closed higher.S&P closed up 4.48 pts/ +0.25% to 1,807.23, 8 of the 10 S&P 500 sectors closed higher. Nasdaq closed up 27.00 pts/ +0.67% to 4,044.75Technology was the strongest sector (+1.01%), Energy was the weakest (-0.65%)The VIX is up 0.10 to 12.91Gold is down 3.6 to 1237.8Oil is down 1.35 to 92.32Nat Gas is up 0.042 to 3.906Yen vs. Dollar is up 0.88 to 102.16 Euro vs. Dollar is up 0.0001 to 1.3572The ICE Dollar Index (USDX) is up 0.09 / +0.11%Top Headlines:Shares of Teen apparel retailer Tilly's Inc (NYSE: TLYS, $12.00) fell 24.43% today after posting lower than expected Q3 revenue following Tuesday’s close and forecast a much lower-than-expected profit for the fourth quarter, citing weak customer traffic amid increased promotions in the holiday season.Hewlett-Packard Co.(NYSE: HPQ, $27.36) surprised after the close on Tuesday by reporting stronger-than-expected revenue due to growth in its enterprise group, which supplies servers, storage and networking products to business.  Shares of HPQ, up 92% YTD, rose more than 7% in post market trading on Tuesday and held that bullish posture to finish 9.05% higher on the NYSE.  CVS Caremark Corporation(NYSE: CVS, $66.76) said on Wednesday it was buying Coram LLC, Apria Healthcare Group Inc.'s specialty infusion services and enteral nutrition business unit, for $2.1 billion.  CVS, which operates the No. 2 U.S. drugstore chain and the second-largest pharmacy benefits management (PBM) business, said Coram's infusion operations will help it provide cost-effective services to its clients.  Shares of CVS rose 1.01%on the news.  Markets are closed tomorrow for Thanksgiving.  Coming FridayU.S. Economic Reports:No releases scheduled. Earnings Friday:    Fannie Mae (FNMA) est. 0.60c; Charm Communications (CHRM) est. 0.09cHere at the NYSE - Friday, November 29At the open: Charitybuzz, a luxury charity auction website that raises funds for nonprofits around the world, will visit the New York Stock Exchange(NYSE) and ring The Opening Bell®to celebrate raising $100 million for charity to date. Since its inception in 2005, Charitybuzz has funded the work of more than 2,000 nonprofitsaround the globe.At the close:The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation will visit the New York Stock Exchange to celebrate the 66thAnniversary of the Marine Toys for Tots Program while reminding the public that it's once again time to help bring the joy of Christmas to America's less fortunate children.To mark the occasion, President and CEO Pete Osman will ring the NYSE Closing Bell.Please remember to check in with us every morning for the NYSE Morning Update! http://exchanges.nyx.com/parasnand-madho/Thanks and have a great evening!

Markets Mixed Closing News 11/29/13

a US stocks were mixed as the Dow and S&P gave back earlier gains in the shortened Black Friday session as investors primarily focused on traffic and sales updates in the retail sector.  Technology and Discretionary led positive names on the S&P 500 while Telecom and Industrials topped declines.  Crude Oil and Gold are rebounding from six- and near five-month lows, respectively, amid a weaker dollar.  In global economic news, Eurozone unemployment unexpectedly fell for the first time since February 2011, dropping to 12.1% in October from 12.2 in September.  Meanwhile, inflation has risen a preliminary 0.9% in November from 0.7% in October, but it still remains well below the ECB's target of just under 2%.In Asia,  Japan's "core" CPI, which excludes energy and fresh food, rose 0.3% on year in October, the first gain for five years and the biggest increase since 1998. Unemployment held steady in October, while manufacturing PMI rose in November from.  However, October industrial production improved just 0.5% on month and badly missed expectations.Market Indices/Statistics:Dow closed down 11.75 pts/ -0.07% to 16,085.22; 18 of the 30 Dow stocks closed lower.S&P closed down 1.43 pts/ -0.08% to 1,805.80; 8 of the 10 S&P 500 sectors closed lower.Nasdaq closed up 15.14 pts/ +0.37% to 4,059.89Technology the strongest sector (+0.46%), Telecomm was the weakest (-0.48%).The VIX is up 0.75 at 13.73Gold is up 13.1 to 1250.9Oil is up  1.10 to 93.39Nat Gas is up 0.026 to 3.921Yen vs. Dollar is up 0.15 to 102.44   Euro vs. Dollar is down  0.0018 to 1.3585The ICE Dollar Index (USDX) is flat.Top Headlines: In the retail space, Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE: WMT, $81.01, +0.10%) provided its usual early-morning update and announced that it had processed more than 10M transactions between 6 and 10 PM, and noted that their online site had nearly 400M page views on Thanksgiving Day.  Target Corp. (NYSE: TGT, $63.93, -0.75%) also issued a release that highlighted traffic and sales as among the highest it had seen in a single day.A unit of Document Security Systems (NYSE MKT: DSS, $2.13) which develops and integrates security technology, filed a patent lawsuit against Apple Inc. (AAPL, $556.46). The case centers on patents related to the use of wireless peripheral devices.  Shares of Document Security Systems rose sharply in post-mkt trading following the filing on Wednesday, and held those gains to finish today’s session 13.3% higher. Renren Inc. (NYSE: RENN, $2.98) revenue fell while overall expenses surged, driving the Chinese social networking company to a wider loss in the third quarter while fourth-quarter guidance came in well below expectations.  American depositary shares of RENN fell 11.04%. The Australian government has rejected Archer Daniels Midland's (NYSE: ADM, $40.25) $2.6B takeover bid for GrainCorp on Friday, bowing to pressure from grain growers in a rare and surprising decision. GrainCorp shares plunged more than 20% in Australian trading, while shares of ADM slipped 2.99% on the NYSE. The week ahead:  Dec 2nd- Dec 6thThe coming week looks to be an active one ahead of the year-end holiday slowdown.  The economic calendar includes the ISM manufacturing index to begin the week, along with Friday's release of the November employment data in the US; the report is likely to be closely watched given ongoing discussion around a possible December taper.  Overseas the focus will be on November manufacturing surveys along with the ECB meeting on Thursday.  The corporate calendar is also fairly robust, with a large batch of sell-side conferences that could provide inventors insight into fourth quarter trends - while US auto sales and chain store reports round out the schedule.Coming Monday U.S. Economic Reports:  Markit PMI Manufacturing (Nov) at 8:58amISM Manufacturing Index (Nov) at 10:00amConstruction Spending (Sept/Oct) at 10:00am, Sept. consensus +0.5%, prior +0.6%  (no Oct. estimates) Earnings Monday: Streamline Health (STRM) est. (0.01); Ascena Retail Group (ASNA) est. 0.32c; ChinaEdu (CEDU) est. 0.14c ; Envivio (ENVI) est. (0.10) ; Gordmans (GMAN) est. 0.13c ; Keynote Systems (KEYN) est. 0.13c ; Krispy Kreme (KKD) est. 0.15c ; Thor Industries (THO) est. 0.70cHere at the NYSE At the open:On Monday, December 2, Vale S.A.(NYSE: VALE), a global leader in metals and mining, will visit the New York Stock Exchange(NYSE) in conjunction with the company’s investor day. This year’s Capital Markets event will feature a live webcastand press conference from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm (EST). Discussions led by Vale executives, including CEO Murilo Ferreira and CFO Luciano Ciano, will showcase the company’s development and industry trends.To highlight the occasion, CEO Murilo Ferreira, accompanied by members of the company’s leadership team, will ring the NYSE Opening Bell.At the close: Executives and guests of Fibria Celulose S.A. (NYSE: FBR) will visit the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in conjunction with the company’s investor/analyst day.  Please remember to check in with us every morning for the NYSE Morning Update! http://exchanges.nyx.com/parasnand-madho/Thanks and enjoy the weekend!