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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) today announced the appointments of Oscar Munoz as executive vice president and chief operating officer and Fredrik J. Eliasson as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. Munoz replaces David A. Brown, who is no longer with the company.  The company's decision to make this change is unrelated to CSX's financial condition, business performance or outlook, all of which are strong. "Oscar Munoz is a proven leader who has been an integral part of creating the company's vision and success," said Michael J. Ward, chairman, president and chief executive officer.  "He brings tremendous business skills, a disciplined approach and a passion for superior results." Munoz has been executive vice president and chief financial officer of CSX since 2003, responsible f... (more)

Gentiva® Health Services Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2011 Earnings Call and Webcast for Tuesday, February 7, 2012

ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2012  /PRNewswire/ -- Gentiva Health Services, Inc. (Nasdaq: GTIV) announced today that it has scheduled a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss operating results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2011. Gentiva plans to issue its financial news release the morning of February 7 before pre-market trading. The February 7, 2012 conference call is open to investment analysts and managers, Company shareholders and others interested in Gentiva Health Services. Instructions for participation in the ... (more)

jcpenney's Transformation Plans Revealed at Launch Event in New York City

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- At a launch event in New York City this morning, J. C. Penney Company, Inc. ("jcpenney") (NYSE: JCP) revealed its plans to become America's favorite store. In a presentation titled "In Praise of Fresh Air," Ron Johnson, the Company's chief executive officer, and Michael Francis, its president, detailed the initiatives that will transform the jcpenney shopping experience by fundamentally re-imagining every aspect of the Company's business and boldly pursuing change. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110222/DA51975LOGO) "The depa... (more)

jcpenney Unveils Long Term Financial Outlook at Day Two of Launch Event in New York City

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- At the second day of its launch event in New York City this morning, J. C. Penney Company, Inc. ("jcpenney") (NYSE:JCP) revealed financial plans to generate profitable earnings growth and long-term shareholder value as the Company transforms itself into America's favorite store. Following on CEO Ron Johnson's and President Michael Francis' presentation titled "In Praise of Fresh Air," Mike Kramer, the Company's chief operating officer, outlined the Company's financial outlook, including an enhanced profit formula derived from the simpli... (more)

Callaway Golf Company Announces 2011 Results

CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) today announced its fourth quarter and full year 2011 financial results, which were in-line with the guidance the Company provided during its last earnings call.   GAAP FINANCIAL RESULTS.   For the fourth quarter of 2011, the Company reported the following results: Dollars in millions except per share amounts 2011 % of Sales 2010 % of Sales Increase / (Decrease) Net Sales $154 - $186 - ($32) Gross Profit $38 24% $56 30% ($18) Operating Expenses $87 57% $98 53% ($11) Operating I... (more)