IBM profit rises, shares up nearly 5 pct

IBM profit rises, shares up nearly 5 pct
I really have to wonder why analysts months ago downgraded this stock and it fell down to 72. Now, its back to 85 in after hours trading after it reported strong profits this quarter. This has been another example of the street over reacting to disappointing short term results for a solid company.

IBM, SIE rally to highs

IBM has moved from 72 to 79 currently. Sierra Health Services (SIE) has moved from 59 to 74, a twenty percent gain.

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Nicholas Applegate Convertible & Income Fund yields 12.5 cents per month, and its current price is $15.80. Its got one of the highest yields I've been able to find among income stocks.