Benchmark

Benchmark has published a research report on Blue Nile, Inc. (NASDAQ: NILE) and has upgraded the company to Hold from Sell. In the report, Benchmark writes "We raise our 2011 forecast with revenue potentially rising by 12% y/y to $376 million as consumer spending recovers, although discretionary...

Benchmark has upgraded Blue Nile, Inc. (NASDAQ: NILE) from Sell to Hold and has raised the price target from $31 to $46.

Analysts at Benchmark downgrade Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ: DIOD) from “buy” to “hold.” DIOD shares fell 0.11% to close at $27.69 yesterday. More Analyst Ratings here

This morning, Benchmark reports that Priceline (NASDAQ: PCLN) appears well-positioned to benefit from the steady, ongoing recovery in travel demand with solid growth in the US and Western Europe through Priceline.com and Booking.com augmented by rapid expansion in Eastern Europe, South America and...

Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE) should benefit from the ongoing recovery in domestic travel demand in 2011, Benchmark reports. “Revenue margin is likely to see at least some modest expansion through an accelerating ADR recovery and moderating airfare spikes as capacity slowly comes back online,”...

Benchmark is out with its report on Crown Castle International (NYSE: CCI) with an attractive view on CCI stock. In its report, Benchmark writes, "We view Crown Castle's (CCI) stock is attractive due to: sustained revenue (8%) and free cash flow (15%-20%) growth, domestic focus, balanced capital...

Benchmark has upgraded GSI Commerce (NASDAQ: GSIC) from Hold to Buy in its latest research report. In the report, Benchmark writes "Holiday ecommerce sales are off to a faster than expected start with the season to date up 12% y/y. We raised our domestic non-travel ecommerce spending estimate for...

Benchmark is out with its report on Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) after raising estimates on GOOG. In a note to clients, Benchmark writes, "We believe Google's operating momentum remains strong and that it will post another 25% revenue growth quarter for 4Q10. We raise our 4Q estimates including EPS to $8....

Benchmark has published a research report on SAVVIS, Inc. (NASDAQ: SVVS) after the company hosted its analyst day in St. Louis yesterday. In the report, Benchmark writes "Savvis noted that 3Q10 churn was down to 1.5% from 1.9% a year ago. Improved churn is due to less exposure to large digital...

As part of the Internal Review by its Audit Committee, Vitacost.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: VITC) found potential defects in its corporate formation documents and compensation awards prior to and in connection with the IPO, Benchmark reports. “The Board will explore proactive remedial solutions including...

Benchmark has published a research report on Equinix Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX) as the company has a solid growth outlook and rising sector values, according to Benchmark. In the report, Benchmark writes "Equinix has a recurring revenue model with solid prospects for sustained growth. Equinix'...

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) is likely to benefit from strong holiday spending, with accelerating online spending grabbing increased share from rebounding, traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, Benchmark reports. “While margins may feel pressure related to increased promotional activity...

IAC/InterActiveCorp (NASDAQ: IACI) acquired 12.8 million shares of its stock (12%), valued at $368 million as of yesterday's close, from Liberty Media for $220 million ($17.19 per share) and two of its Media websites, Benchmark reports. “We believe the valuation achieved is attractive while...

Benchmark has published a research report on Terremark Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMRK) after Benchmark visited the company's Miami facility. In the report, Benchmark writes "Yesterday, we visited with Terremark and toured the Miami facility. The Miami site is filling up and may be underappreciated...