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Sierra Clears Pattern, Surges To New High.(B)(NYSE STOCKS IN THE NEWS)

Investor's Business Daily

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Byline: Jonah Keri

A few stocks highlighted in Stocks In The News recently have taken further steps forward, some breaking out of their bases.

Sierra Health Services cleared a four-week, irregular-shaped pattern Wednesday, hitting a new high on nearly triple its 50-day average. Note however that a proper base requires at least seven weeks to form.

The managed health care provider has posted year-over-year double-digit sales growth in five of the last six quarters. Quarterly profits have soared 50%-111% during that time.

The IBD Stock Checkup at investors.com gives Sierra an A+ diagnosis, including top spots for Overall, ...

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