Pico Holdings Inc is Buying Ucp Inc. (NYSE:UCP) Shares

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In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ucp Inc. (NYSE:UCP) reported that Pico Holdings Inc /new has picked up 10,401,722 of common stock as of 2017-04-11.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Pico Holdings Inc /new to a total of 10,401,722 representing a 56.7% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, UCP, Inc. is a homebuilder and land developer with a focus on residential land acquisition, development and entitlement, as well as home design, construction and sales. The Company operates in two segments: homebuilding and land development. The homebuilding and land segments include two geographic regions: West and Southeast. The Company operates in the states of California, Washington, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. In California, the Company primarily operates in the Central Valley area (Fresno and Madera counties), the Monterey Bay area (Monterey County), the South San Francisco Bay area (Santa Clara and San Benito counties) and in Southern California (Los Angeles, Ventura and Kern counties). In Washington State, it operates in the Puget Sound area (King, Snohomish, Thurston and Kitsap counties). In North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, its operations are in the Charlotte, Myrtle Beach and Nashville markets.

A glance at Ucp Inc. (NYSE:UCP)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 89.45 Million based on 7.96 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $11.32 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2016-05-18, Cortney picked up 9,743 at a purchase price of $7.45. This brings their total holding to 25,493 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Buckingham unload 12,289 shares at a sale price of $12.03. This brings their total holding to 921,327.

It’s possible to gauge a company’s potential by tracking the activity of its major holders, as well as checking in on insider activity such as those transactions listed above. We’ll be keeping an eye on Ucp Inc. (NYSE:UCP) as things move forward to see if its progress aligns with these transactions.

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Guess Who Picked Armstrong World Industries Inc. (NYSE:AWI) Shares

In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Armstrong World Industries Inc. (NYSE:AWI) reported that Iridian Asset Management has picked up 5,622,876 of common stock as of 2017-04-04.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Iridian Asset Management to a total of 5,622,876 representing a 10.4% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) is a global producer of ceiling systems. The Company owns and operates the Building Products (Ceilings) segment. The Company designs, manufactures and sells ceiling systems (primarily mineral fiber, fiberglass wool and metal) around the world. Its products are used in commercial and institutional buildings. Its geographical segments include Americas (including Canada); Europe, Middle East and Africa (including Russia) (EMEA), and Pacific Rim. As of December 31, 2016, it had 15 manufacturing plants in eight countries, including six plants located throughout the United States. Its Americas segment sells products for use in single and multi-family housing. It sells commercial products to building materials distributors re-selling its products to contractors, subcontractors’ alliances, architect and design firms, and facility owners. Residential ceiling products are sold in the Americas primarily to wholesalers and retailers.

A glance at Armstrong World Industries Inc. (NYSE:AWI)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 2.38 Billion based on 53.84 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $45.30 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2016-11-02, Templin picked up 2,670 at a purchase price of $37.16. This brings their total holding to 4,816 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Mcnamara unload 2,274 shares at a sale price of $45.00. This brings their total holding to 2,968.

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Guess Who Just Picked Up Hc2 Holdings Inc. (NYSEMKT:HCHC) Shares

In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Hc2 Holdings Inc. (NYSEMKT:HCHC) reported that Falcone Philip has picked up 6,508,288 of common stock as of 2017-03-20.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Falcone Philip to a total of 6,508,288 representing a 13.8% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, HC2 Holdings, Inc. is a holding company. The Company operates through seven segments: Manufacturing (Schuff), Marine Services (GMSL), Insurance, Telecommunications (PTGi-ICS), Utilities, Life Sciences and Other. Schuff fabricates and erects structural steel for commercial and industrial construction projects, such as high- and low-rise buildings and office complexes, hospitals, dams, bridges, mines and power plants. GMSL is an offshore engineering company focused on specialist subsea services across the market sectors, such as telecommunications, oil and gas, and offshore power. The Insurance segment, CIG, provides long-term care, life and annuity coverage to approximately 99,000 individuals through its Insurance Companies. The PTGi-ICS business unit provides customers with Internet-based protocol and time-division multiplexing (TDM) access and transport of long distance voice minutes. The Life Sciences segment focuses on the development of technologies and products in healthcare.

A glance at Hc2 Holdings Inc. (NYSEMKT:HCHC)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 248.28 Million based on 41.94 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $5.93 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2016-11-14, Falcone picked up 21,000 at a purchase price of $4.53. This brings their total holding to 805,827 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Gerber unload 522,000 shares at a sale price of $7.50. This brings their total holding to 254,372.

It’s possible to gauge a company’s potential by tracking the activity of its major holders, as well as checking in on insider activity such as those transactions listed above. We’ll be keeping an eye on Hc2 Holdings Inc. (NYSEMKT:HCHC) as things move forward to see if its progress aligns with these transactions.

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Here’s Who Just Picked Up Taiwan Fund Inc (NYSE:TWN) Shares

In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Taiwan Fund Inc (NYSE:TWN) reported that Lazard Asset Management Llc. has picked up 1,729,646  of common stock as of 2017-03-20.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Lazard Asset Management Llc. to a total of 1,729,646 representing a 21.03% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, The Taiwan Fund, Inc. is a diversified, closed-end management investment company. The Fund’s investment objective is to seek long-term capital appreciation through investment primarily in equity securities listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE) in the Republic of China (ROC). The Fund invests in various sectors, including biotechnology and medical care; building material and construction; cement; chemical; communications and Internet; computer and peripheral equipment; electric and machinery; electronic parts and components; financial and insurance; foods; oil, gas and electricity; optoelectronic; plastics; semiconductor; shipping and transportation; textiles, and trading and consumers’ goods. The Fund’s investment advisor is JF International Management Inc.

A glance at Taiwan Fund Inc (NYSE:TWN)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 320.5  Million based on 8.22 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $17.78 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2010-09-29, Skinner picked up 4,900 at a purchase price of $16.50. This brings their total holding to 4,900 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Skinner unload 4,900 shares at a sale price of $17.09. This brings their total holding to 0.

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Legion Partners Asset Management is Buying Foster Co (NASDAQ:FSTR) Shares

In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Foster L B Co (NASDAQ:FSTR) reported that Legion Partners Asset Management, Llc. has picked up 924,480 of common stock as of 2017-03-14.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Legion Partners Asset Management, Llc. to a total of 924,480 representing a 8.96% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, L.B. Foster Company is a manufacturer, fabricator and distributor of products and services for the rail, construction, energy and utility markets. The Company’s segments include Rail Products and Services, Construction Products, and Tubular and Energy Services. Its Rail Products segment provides a range of new and used rail, trackwork and accessories to railroads, mines and industry. The Rail segment designs and produces concrete railroad ties, insulated rail joints, power rail, track fasteners, coverboards and special accessories for mass transit and other rail systems. The Construction Products segment sells and rents steel sheet piling, H-bearing pile and other piling products for foundation and earth retention requirements. The Tubular and Energy Services segment supplies pipe coatings for natural gas pipelines and utilities, blending, injection and metering equipment for the oil and gas market, and produces threaded pipe products for industrial water well and irrigation markets.

A glance at Foster L B Co (NASDAQ:FSTR)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 132.84 Million based on 10.32 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $13.35 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2017-03-09, Vizi picked up 9,553  at a purchase price of $13.94. This brings their total holding to 924,480 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Fisher unload 2,000 shares at a sale price of $53.36. This brings their total holding to 11,227.

It’s possible to gauge a company’s potential by tracking the activity of its major holders, as well as checking in on insider activity such as those transactions listed above. We’ll be keeping an eye on Foster L B Co (NASDAQ:FSTR) as things move forward to see if its progress aligns with these transactions.

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Elliott Associates, L.p. Picked Up Arconic Inc. (NYSE:ARNC) Shares

In a just published Form 13, filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Arconic Inc. (NYSE:ARNC) reported that Elliott Associates, L.p. has picked up 16,352,683 of common stock as of 2017-02-28.

The acquisition brings the aggregate amount owned by Elliott Associates, L.p. to a total of 16,352,683 representing a 3.7% stake in the company.

For those not familiar with the company, Arconic Inc., formerly Alcoa Inc., is engaged in providing materials and engineered products. The Company operates through segments, including Global Rolled Products, Engineered Products and Solutions, and Transportation and Construction Solutions. The Company offers engineered products and solutions, including fastening systems and rings, titanium and engineered products, power and propulsion, and forgings and extrusions. Its transportation and construction solutions include wheel and transportation products; building and construction systems, and extrusions. Its global rolled products include aerospace and automotive products; Micromill products and services, and brazing, commercial transportation and industrial solutions. It offers a range of aluminum sheet and plate products for the aerospace, automotive, commercial transportation, brazing and industrial markets. The Company’s product portfolio is focused on Arconic Micromill technology.

A glance at Arconic Inc. (NYSE:ARNC)’s key stats reveals a current market capitalization of 12.54 billion based on 438.52 Million shares outstanding and a price at last close of $28.79 per share.

Looking at insider activity, there are a few transactions worth noting.

Specifically, on 2017-02-24, Elliott picked up 306,000 at a purchase price of $29.27. This brings their total holding to 34,749,450 as of the date of the filing.

On the sell side, the most recent transaction saw Myers unload 4,337 shares at a sale price of $25.34. This brings their total holding to 25,688.

It’s possible to gauge a company’s potential by tracking the activity of its major holders, as well as checking in on insider activity such as those transactions listed above. We’ll be keeping an eye on Arconic Inc. (NYSE:ARNC) as things move forward to see if its progress aligns with these transactions.

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