Among the underlying components of the S&P 500 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Verizon Communications Inc (Symbol: VZ), where a total of 175,859 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 17.6 million underlying shares.  That amounts to

Noteworthy Friday Option Activity: VZ, BA, URI

Among the underlying components of the S&P 500 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Nike (Symbol: NKE), where a total of 174,837 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 17.5 million underlying shares.  That amounts to about 51.8% of NKE's

Noteworthy Thursday Option Activity: NKE, URI, BAC

In the latest look at the underlying components of the S&P 500 ordered by largest market capitalization, Monolithic Power Systems Inc (Symbol: MPWR) has taken over the #181 spot from United Rentals Inc (Symbol: URI), according to The Online Investor.  

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Monolithic Power Systems Now #181 Largest Company, Surpassing United Rentals 

Looking at options trading activity among components of the Russell 3000 index, there is noteworthy activity today in Whirlpool Corp (Symbol: WHR), where a total volume of 13,945 contracts has been traded thus far today, a contract volume which is representative of approximately

Noteworthy Wednesday Option Activity: WHR, SIG, URI

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) Up 1.9% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

Could major projects keep URI's fleet expansion on track? Strong demand and record utilization are prompting more investment.

Will Large Infrastructure Projects Fuel United Rentals' Fleet Growth?

United Rentals, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an equipment rental company in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. It operates through two segments, General Rentals and Specialty. The General Rentals segment rents general construction and industrial equipment, such as backhoes, skid-steer loaders, forklifts, earthmoving equipment, and material handling equipment; aerial work platforms, including boom and scissor lifts; and general tools and light equipment comprising pressure washers, water pumps, and power tools for construction and industrial companies, manufacturers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners, and government entities. The specialty segment rents trench safety equipment consists of trench shields, aluminum hydraulic shoring systems, slide rails, crossing plates, construction lasers, and line testing equipment for underground work; power and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment, such as portable diesel generators, electrical distribution equipment, and temperature control equipment; fluid solutions equipment for fluid containment, transfer, and treatment; surface protection mats; and mobile storage equipment and modular office space. This segment serves construction companies involved in infrastructure projects, and municipalities and industrial companies. The company also sells aerial lifts, reach forklifts, telehandlers, compressors, and generators; construction consumables, tools, small equipment, and safety supplies; and parts for equipment that is owned by its customers, as well as provides repair and maintenance services. It sells used equipment through its sales force, brokers, website, at auctions, and directly to manufacturers. United Rentals, Inc. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

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