Stocks that moved substantially or traded heavily Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stock Market:
NYSE
American Eagle Outfitters Inc., down $1.37 to $16.90
The teen clothing retailer reported better-than-expected second-quarter profit and revenue, while same-store sales jumped.
Target Corp., up 57 cents to $80.87
The retailer raised its annual profit outlook as it also reported better-than-expected second-quarter profit and revenue.
Barrick Gold Corp., up 24 cents to $7.90
The gold and copper mining company's stock gained ground as the price of gold increased following a downturn in prices a day prior.
Yum Brands Inc., up $1.89 to $86.09
The parent of KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell named Micky Pant the new CEO of its China division as it works to reverse a sales skid.
Hormel Foods Corp., up 72 cents to $61.22
The maker of Spam canned ham and other foods reported better-than-expected profit, but revenue missed Wall Street forecasts.
Lowes Companies Inc., up $1.35 to $74.37
The home improvement retailer's second-quarter revenue beat analyst estimates as customer stocked up on things like appliances and outdoor power equipment.
Nasdaq
Dot Hill Systems Corp., up $4.50 to $9.68
Seagate Technology will buy the electronic data storage system maker in a deal valued at $645 million, excluding cash on hand.
Staples Inc., down 3 cents to $14.12
The office supply chain's second-quarter profit fell on declining sales and it warned that a strong dollar will cut into earnings.
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