NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially on Thursday:
Becton, Dickinson and Co., down $23.82 to $259.61.
The maker of medical equipment gave a forecast for earnings this fiscal year that fell short of analysts’ expectations.
Sealed Air Corp., up $3.21 to $39.85.
The packaging company surprised investors with results that came in far ahead of forecasts.
OraSure Technologies Inc., down $6.49 to $13.09.
The diagnostic test maker reported earnings and revenue that fell short of what analysts were expecting.
Bausch Health Companies Inc., up 67 cents to $20.13.
The company said it plans to spin off its eye care business.
Western Digital Corp., down $7.17 to $37.30.
The maker of hard drives predicted earnings for the current quarter far below what analysts were expecting.
Vista Outdoor Inc., up $2.01 to $20.25.
The maker of outdoor gear reported results that beat analysts' forecasts and gave an upbeat forecast for the current quarter.
Yeti Holdings Inc., down 83 cents to $50.80.
The high-end cooler and outdoor accessory maker reported earnings that beat expectations.
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., up $2.70 to $82.70.
Revenue plunged 77% in the latest quarter but the hotel chain said it’s starting to see improvement in occupancy.
Before you consider Sealed Air, you'll want to hear this.
MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on... and Sealed Air wasn't on the list.
While Sealed Air currently has a "Moderate Buy" rating among analysts, top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys.
View The Five Stocks Here
Growth stocks offer a lot of bang for your buck, and we've got the next upcoming superstars to strongly consider for your portfolio.
Get This Free Report