Customer-Oriented Services, Financial Results, Quarterly Cash Dividends, and Company Appointments - Research Report on ADT, Towers Watson, Service Corporation, Weight Watchers, and Lender Processing

NEW YORK, August 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Analysts' Corner announced new research reports highlighting The ADT Corporation (NYSE: ADT), Towers Watson & Co. (NYSE: TW), Service Corporation International (NYSE: SCI), Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW), and Lender Processing Services, Inc. (NYSE: LPS). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

The ADT Corporation Research Report

On August 12, 2013, The ADT Corporation (ADT) introduced ADT Pulse - the latest smart home technology in an effort to aid families with the management of their hectic schedules. According to the Company, with ADT Pulse's advanced home automation features, morning activities can be stress-free, whereas its remote access capabilities can help families view real time video of their premises; manage their energy consumption by controlling thermostats, small appliances and lights; and receive notifications and alerts via phone, email or text. ADT's customer Kristen Reed from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, commented, "Our ADT system has become a key component of our family's daily routine. Its real time video cameras enable us to see when our kids arrive home from school and the remote arm and disarm feature lets us secure our home after they are inside. Most importantly, the system gives us peace of mind and lets us focus on homework." The Full Research Report on The ADT Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.AnalystsCorner.com/r/full_research_report/966c_ADT ]

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Towers Watson & Co. Research Report

On August 14, 2013, Towers Watson & Co. (Towers Watson) reported Q4 FY 2013 and full year FY 2013 financial results (period ended June 30, 2013). Q4 FY 2013 total revenues were at $875.3 million, which went up 6% (7% constant currency). Adjusted EBITDA was up 4.7% YoY to $168.6 million, while EBITDA stood at 19.3% compared to 19.5% in Q4 FY 2012. Net income attributable to controlling interests stood $82.9 million or $1.16 per diluted share, compared to $65.3 million or $0.91 per diluted share in Q4 FY 2012. For FY 2013, revenue increased 5.2% YoY to $3.6 billion while net income attributable to controlling interests stood at $318.8 million or $4.46 per diluted share, compared to $260.2 million or $3.59 per diluted share in FY 2013.John Haley, CEO, commented, " It's even more exciting to think about our future growth potential as we've established the framework to capture the best of our intellectual capital." The Full Research Report on Towers Watson & Co. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.AnalystsCorner.com/r/full_research_report/0396_TW ]

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Service Corporation International Research Report

On August 14, 2013, Service Corporation International (SCI) reported that its Board of Directors finalized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share of common stock to shareholders of record at the close of business as on September 13, 2013 payable on September 30, 2013. The Full Research Report on Service Corporation International - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.AnalystsCorner.com/r/full_research_report/ef7d_SCI ]

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Weight Watchers International, Inc. Research Report

On August 6, 2013, Weight Watchers International, Inc. (Weight Watchers) reported that it has named Gary D. Foster, Ph.D., as Co-Chief Scientific Officer. According to the Company, Dr. Foster has over30 years of professional experience and will collaborate with the lead creator of the Points Plus® program and Weight Watchers' Co-Chief Scientific Officer Karen Miller-Kovach, MS, RD, in spearheading the Company's science-based program, all clinical research initiatives, and continued program advances. Weight Watchers stated that Dr. Foster will work under President and CEO Jim Chambers, while also serving as a member of the Weight Watchers Executive Committee. Mr. Chambers commented, " The addition of Dr. Foster to our dedicated team of science and nutrition experts demonstrates our continued commitment to an evidence-based approach to weight loss as well as our strategic focus on growth by expanding our proven approach within the healthcare marketplace." The Full Research Report on Weight Watchers International, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.AnalystsCorner.com/r/full_research_report/0c9f_WTW ]

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Lender Processing Services, Inc. Research Report

On August 8, 2013, Lender Processing Services, Inc. (LPS) reported Q2 2013 financial results. GAAP net earnings of $19.1 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $37.9 million, or $0.45 per diluted share, in Q2 2013. GAAP EPS from continuing operations was at $0.24, indicating a charge totaling $0.39 per diluted share primarily for estimated legal and regulatory contingencies, while in Q2 2012 LPS had reported $0.42 as loss per diluted share from continuing operations. Tom Schilling, CFO, stated, "LPS positive performance reflects solid demand for Technology Data & Analytics solutions and strong Origination Services volumes as we benefitted from continued low interest rates and elevated refinance activity during most of the quarter." For Q3 2013, LPS anticipates revenue to be within $415 million to $435 million. The Full Research Report on Lender Processing Services, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.AnalystsCorner.com/r/full_research_report/efd7_LPS ]

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