Kursverdoppelung bei Actua Corporation (vorm. Internet Capital)

http://finance.yahoo.com/mbview/threadview/...&tls=la%2Cd%2C0%2C3  

A New Digital Communications Strategy Doubles North Lanarkshire Council’s Reach

 2016/03/25
 by Leah Brown

Digital outreach can be achieved through many channels, and social media platforms are just a few of them.

Targeted email campaigns deployed using solutions like GovDelivery’s Communications Cloud are an effective way to reach large audiences and specific groups of residents, visitors and businesses. An email updates service provides customers with the information they need and want, on the platform and device of their choice – and pretty much the moment it becomes available!

North Lanarkshire Council knows how powerful digital communications can be for getting important messages out to residents swiftly and encouraging them to take action. Email alerts and social media channels are central to the council’s communications strategy – not least to help deliver on a range of campaigns to change behaviors and increase the uptake of online services.

For example, for many years now — and with great success — the council has used social media channels including Twitter and Facebook to provide residents with immediate updates about roads, schools and bin collections, alleviating the pressure on the council’s website, and driving traffic to its online services where appropriate.
North Lanarkshire Council’s social media following grew dramatically during the winter of 2010 when their Twitter profile became the go-to channel for residents during “the big freeze”. More than 25,000 people currently follow the council on social media.

To accommodate citizens’ ever-changing needs — and their expectation of being able to access services online using their smart device — North Lanarkshire Council is using GovDelivery’s Communications Cloud to deliver targeted email campaigns to over 24,000 people.
 

like Govdelivery or Velocity too.

This podcast was recorded on March 18, 2016.

Chris Hill: Oracle's third-quarter profits came in slightly lower than a year ago, but revenue from the cloud business is up pretty big, Simon.

Simon Erickson: Yeah, and Chris, let's talk about Oracle and Salesforce being frenemies over the years (laughs). Salesforce built their entire infrastructure on Oracle's database, but in exchange for that, Oracle learned a thing or two from them about CRM software and cloud-based stuff like this.
So, now Oracle's the one that's crushing. They saw over 40% growth in their cloud-based revenue, gross margins popped from 43% to 52% in one quarter, and now they've got $1.5 billion in recurring revenue from customers from the cloud. So, I think that Oracle came out better from this and has learned a couple things from Salesforce over the last 16, 17 years.

fool./investing/general/2016/03/25/why-oracle-corporation-is-crushing-the-cloud-space.aspx?source=yahoo-2&utm_campaign=article&utm_medium=feed&utm_source=yahoo-2
 

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4. SmartStream
5. State Street
6. Symbiont

ftfnews.awards/...rds-2016?section=categories_nominees
 

Implementing a platform with a single interface, a smart interviewing approach, and a central repository of customer information that links back-end processes with front-end access is essential

Shopping for  can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Consumers crave a simple, streamlined way to access and buy insurance. To satisfy this craving, carriers must have a process framework that integrates all of the activities necessary to offer consumers an optimized shopping experience. Simply providing digital access isn’t enough – it must be easy on both the front- and back-end.

While insurers aim for a clean, front-end interface that is simple for consumers to use, the transition to instant product access should begin in the back-end – with process. One of the most obvious ways to streamline process is through a smart interview process that simplifies consumer data collection and input. A customer should not have to provide information with little bearing on their insurance needs, nor should they have to provide that information multiple times.

If a customer completes an online application, but, then, gets a call from an agent and has to provide that information again, you risk frustrating the customer or, even worse, losing the customer. Plus, you’ll certainly waste your agent’s time by forcing them to recapture the information and input the data again. To further complicate matter agents typically have to enter the same customer information into multiple systems (agency management systems, policy administration, etc.) which also increases the likelihood of errors, delays, and missed opportunities.

An insurer’s processes must account for consumers’ and agents’ efficient and effective use of time. Processes, especially those that touch the customer, must streamline the effort for all involved (e.g., consumers, agents, and carriers).
 

Bolt iusing mobile technology to transform the way  

 

24.03.16 12:13

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Mobile Marketing

Bolt Insurance Agency is using mobile technology to transform the way insurance is purchased. Founded in 2010 to focus on small business owners with 25 or fewer employees and premiums under $2,000, the online agency today writes both commercial and personal lines. Bolt’s agency services and mobile capabilities leverage the Bolt Platform, which is also marketed to insurers.

Bolt CEO Eric Gewirtzman says, when marketing via mobile, agents and insurers must bridge the gap between the traditional insurance application process and what consumers will tolerate completing on a mobile device.

“The biggest challenge with mobile marketing is the insurance product itself has not changed. It requires a lot of information to underwrite,” he says. “That’s a problem, because you can’t put 60 fields on a phone for customers to complete. There needs to be a way to price and issue policies with a lot less information provided by the consumer up front.”

To simplify the process, Bolt created an “intelligent interview” process. In commercial lines, the interview begins with asking what type of business a prospect has. Based on the answer, the interview questions change.

Gewirtzman believes simplicity starts with how mobile capabilities are delivered to consumers and business owners. “There is little incentive to download an app, particularly in the acquisition phase,” he says. Bolt uses responsive web design to create an app-like experience that adapts to the particular device in use by a customer or prospect.

www.itapro-digital.org/itapro/...rce=linkedin&pg=NaN#pgNaN  

Dimensional Fund Advisors LP Has $26,822,000 Stake in Actua Corp (ACTA)

March 20th, 2016 - By Faye Duncan - 0 comments

Actua Corp logoDimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its stake in Actua Corp (NASDAQ:ACTA) by 2.6% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 2,342,534 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 59,713 shares during the period. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP owned 6.29% of Actua Corp worth $26,822,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

Other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Bank of Montreal Can raised its position in Actua Corp by 11.1% in the fourth quarter. Bank of Montreal Can now owns 1,941,551 shares of the company’s stock valued at $22,231,000 after buying an additional 194,719 shares during the period. Rice Hall James & Associates LLC raised its position in Actua Corp by 65.0% in the fourth quarter. Rice Hall James & Associates LLC now owns 993,399 shares of the company’s stock valued at $11,374,000 after buying an additional 391,440 shares during the period. Royce & Associates LLC bought a new position in Actua Corp during the fourth quarter valued at about $2,340,000. Finally, California State Teachers Retirement System raised its position in Actua Corp by 1.8% in the fourth quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System now owns 75,204 shares of the company’s stock valued at $861,000 after buying an additional 1,366 shares during the period.

In other news, President Douglas A. Alexander bought 20,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, March 4th. The shares were purchased at an average price of $8.67 per share, with a total value of $173,400.00. Following the purchase, the president now owns 1,344,544 shares in the company, valued at $11,657,196.48. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, CEO Walter W. Buckley III bought 12,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, March 4th. The shares were purchased at an average cost of $8.57 per share, for a total transaction of $102,840.00. Following the purchase, the chief executive officer now owns 1,214,899 shares in the company, valued at approximately $10,411,684.43.
 

According to the Cisco (CSCO) Global Cloud Index, SaaS is expected to be the fastest-growing cloud service segment through 2018, as the above presentation shows. SaaS is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (or CAGR) of 33%, whereas the cloud market as a whole is expected to grow at a CAGR of 24%.

http://marketrealist.com/2016/03/...paign=ibms-wanted-acquire-optevia
 

Major Direct Holders from Managment and Board
.

Holder

Shares

Reported

ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A 1,364,544 Mar 4, 2016
BUCKLEY WALTER W III 1,226,899 Mar 4, 2016
MORGAN RAYMOND KIRK 253,348 Mar 3, 2016
GERRITY THOMAS P 164,064 Jun 19, 2015
BERKMAN DAVID J 162,930 Jun 12, 2015
 

Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures

During 2014 and 2013, Actua paid $1.0 million and $1.2 million in interest, respectively. Actua did not pay any interest during 2015.

Quelle: 10-K  

Actua Corporation (ACTA - Snapshot Report) is an Internet Software Service BPO company that could be an interesting play for investors. That is because, not only does the stock have decent short-term momentum, but it is seeing solid activity on the earnings estimate revision front as well.
These positive earnings estimate revisions suggest that analysts are becoming more optimistic on ACTA’s earnings for the coming quarter and year. In fact, consensus estimates have moved sharply higher for both of these time frames over the past four weeks, suggesting that Actua could be a solid choice for investors.

http://www.zacks.com/stock/news/211629/...gher?cid=CS-YAHOO-FT-211629
 

March 2016 Issue

Use Technology to Face EHS Challenges

5 trends to watch & how to drive safety best practices in your firm

by Matt Airhart

Early indicators suggest that 2016 will bring many challenges to environment, health and safety (EHS) professionals in the construction industry. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has taken measures to push through long-awaited regulatory shifts that empower the agency to better identify violators and hold them accountable. In general, the industry continues its progress toward greater environmental obligations and EHS transparency. The effective implementation of EHS software and other technologies can help you minimize operational risks, promote financial stability and drive performance. The following are five EHS trends in the construction industry to watch in 2016.

- See more at: http://www.constructionbusinessowner.com/...nges#sthash.QpRde7Ui.dpuf  

Selected Quarterly Financial Information (Unaudited)
The following table sets forth selected quarterly consolidated financial information for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014. The operating results for any
given quarter are not necessarily indicative of results for any future period.
(in thousands, except per share data) 2015 Quarter Ended 2014 Quarter Ended
Dec. 31 Sep. 30 Jun. 30 Mar. 31 Dec. 31 Sep. 30 Jun. 30 Mar. 31

Revenue $ 35,153 $ 34,140 $ 33,536 $ 30,592 $ 26,624 $ 20,762 $ 19,029 $ 18,422

That is a growth of 32% from 12/321/2014 to 12/321/2014 - near all organic.

 

der Umsätze von Foliodynamix nur zu 2/3 in Q4/2014 enthalten waren.

Möglich ist aber auch ein Vergleich zwischen 03/31/2015 to 12/31/2015 - also nur über 9 Monate - und dann wären die Effekte des Kaufs von Foliodynamix komplett neutralisiert:

Ein Anstieg von $ 30,592 auf $ 35,153 in neun Monaten = 14,91% - das sind aufs Jahr umgerechnet 19,98% - was aber dann bis auf die sehr kleinen tuck-in's reines organisches Wachstum wäre, während oben bei den 32% noch ein Monat nicht-orgnisches Wachstum in Höhe der Foliodynamix-Umsätze drinsteckt.  

http://www.routefifty.com/2016/03/...fenders/127031/?oref=rf-today-nl  

By Zacks Equity Research
March 30, 2016 8:37 AM

One stock that might be an intriguing choice for investors right now is Actua Corporation ACTA. This is because this security in the Internet Software/Services space is seeing solid earnings estimate revision activity, and is in great company from a Zacks Industry Rank perspective.

This is important because, often times, a rising tide will lift all boats in an industry, as there can be broad trends taking place in a segment that are boosting securities across the board. This is arguably taking place in the Internet Software/Services space as it currently has a Zacks Industry Rank of 30 out of more than 250 industries, suggesting it is well-positioned from this perspective, especially when compared to other segments out there.

Meanwhile, Actua Corporation is actually looking pretty good on its own too. The firm has seen solid earnings estimate revision activity over the past month, suggesting analysts are becoming a bit more bullish on the firm’s prospects in both the short and long term.

In fact, over the past month, current quarter estimates have narrowed from a loss of 40 cents per share to a loss of 22 cents per share, while current year estimates have narrowed from a loss of $1.39 per share to a loss of 81 cents per share. This has helped ACTA to earn a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), further underscoring the company’s solid position.

So, if you are looking for a decent pick in a strong industry, consider Actua Corporation. Not only is its industry currently in the top third,
 

Green Quadrant® EH&S Software 2016 (Global): Specialist Midsize And Small EH&S Software Vendors Top The Vendor Category Rankings
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The State Of The Market For EH&S Software
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Improving EH&S Information Management Is A Global Priority
Enhancing EH&S Information Management Is A Key Priority
Better Risk Management Tops The List Of Business Case Drivers For EH&S Software
A More Strategic Business Case For EH&S Software Results In Increased Spending

Customers Exhibit Consistent Buying Preferences For Product Functionality And Type Of Supplier
User Interface Design And Product Breadth Top The List Of Buyer Requirements
Customers Challenge Suppliers To Add Pre-Built Functionality And Product Depth
Specialist Midsize And Small EH&S Software Vendors Top The Vendor Category Rankings
 

THIS IS THE MOMENT FOR DISRUPTIVE, HIGHLY-TARGETED CLOUD SOFTWARE COMPANIES, DEEPLY ROOTED IN DOMAIN KNOWLEDGE


Companies that transform industries and re-engineer critical processes.

Companies with the dynamism of startups and the management credentials of imdustry leaders.

Companies that can deliver new types of value to their customers.

These are Actua’s kind of businesses.

The kind of businesses Actua operate.

The kind of businesses Actua invest in and accelerate.
 

Workday has the 9-fold revenues of Actua, but the 45-fold market-cap - such da divergence will never lasten for a longer time.

Income Statement of Workday with a market-cap of 14.85 Billion
Get Income Statement for:
Quarterly Data
All numbers in thousands
Period Ending Jan 31, 2016 Oct 31, 2015 Jul 31, 2015 Apr 30, 2015
Total Revenue 323,427 305,266 282,696 250,957
Cost of Revenue 102,680 101,754 92,079 77,914
Gross Profit 220,747 203,512 190,617 173,043

Income Statement of Actua with a market-cap of 331 million
Get Income Statement for:
Quarterly Data
All numbers in thousands
Period Ending Dec 31, 2015 Sep 30, 2015 Jun 30, 2015 Mar 31, 2015
Total Revenue 35,153 34,140 33,536 30,592
Cost of Revenue 10,087 9,627 9,783 9,732
Gross Profit 25,066 24,513 23,753 20,860  

die selbst in 10-K-Berichten maximal mit meiner Überschrift abgehandelt werden - evenutell noch mitz dem Hinweis, dass hier keine "Transportwerte" vorliegen würden, was damit zusammenhängt, dass der Investorenkreis wohl seit inzwischen Jahrzehnten konstant ist. Dass diese 9% trotzdem einen Wert haben, der nach meinen Schätzungen zwischen 20 und 40 Millionen liegen dürfte, könnt Ihr m.E. dem folgenden Thread entnehmen. Vermutlich scheute man sich bei Actua aus rechtlichen Gründen wegen der Ungewissheit eine Zahl zu nennen.

http://finance.yahoo.com/mbview/threadview/...&tls=la%2Cd%2C1%2C3  

Compare the valuation of 700 millon of Wealthfront and the 700 million of competitor Betterment with numbers and valuation of Foliodynamix from Actua
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Robo-advisor Wealthfront is now using AI to manage over $3 billion in assets
By Melody Hahm March 31, 2016 4:57 PM
• 
Robo-advisors have more than $50 billion in assets under management. And the industry saw more than 200% growth in 2015, according to Aite Group.
On Thursday, online automated investment advisor Wealthfront announced a complete redesign to its interface. The biggest change: It will begin incorporating artificial intelligence into its financial services
This week Wealthfront competitor Betterment secured $100 million (and $205 million total) in new funding that boosted its valuation to $700 million. Wealthfront is also valued at $700 million and has raised $129 million to date.

Despite the upward momentum, big banks like Citigroup are skeptical about just how disruptive robo-advisors will be.

"We see the advent of robo-advice as an example of automation improving the productivity of traditional investment advisors, and not a situation where there is significant risk of job substitution. Higher net worth or more sophisticated investors will, in our view, always demand face-to-face advice,” wrote Citi analysts wrote in a recent report.


Source: financeyahoo.com  

aussehen wird, ist zumindest momentan schlecht abzuschätzen - obwohl die Chancen natürlich gigantisch sind. Aber über die Wahrscheinlichkeiten wage ich keine Aussage.

http://finance.yahoo.com/mbview/threadview/...amp;tls=la%2Cd%2C26%2C3

Im Gegensatz dazu sind bei Govdelivery und Velocity, die Aussichten wesentlich klarer und  bei Foliodynamix zumindest greifbarer.  

http://www.thestreet.com/story/13487384/1/acta-insiders-vs-shorts.html  

"So it would stand to reason that should some unexpectedly good news come out, and short sellers did not have 9 days of patience but instead wanted to cover their short positions very suddenly, that situation could result in sending the stock higher until the higher price produces enough sellers to generate the necessary volume to close out those positions quickly.

Actua Corp (ACTA) has something relatively rare for a stock with this much short interest, that being insiders taking the other side of the trade. Looking back over the trailing six month period, ACTA has seen 2 different instances of insider buying, as summarized by the table below:


Purchased

Insider

Title

Shares

Price/Share

Value

03/04/2016 Walter W. Buckley III Chief Executive Officer 12,000 $8.57 $102,801.00

03/04/2016 Douglas A. Alexander President 20,000 $8.67 $173,400.00
 

Dollar engagiert:

Biggest Direct Holders (Forms 3 & 4) from Management and Board

Holder

Shares

Reported

ALEXANDER DOUGLAS A 1,364,544 Mar 4, 2016
BUCKLEY WALTER W III 1,226,899 Mar 4, 2016
MORGAN RAYMOND KIRK 253,348 Mar 3, 2016
GERRITY THOMAS P 164,064 Jun 19, 2015
BERKMAN DAVID J 162,930 Jun 12, 2015

That are 3.2 million of the outstanding about 37.5 Million Shares = 8,46%.