Acquisitions, Revenue Increases, and Stock Updates – Analyst Notes on Omnicom, Interpublic, Lamar, News Corp, and Cumulus

NEW YORK, March 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC), Interpublic Group of Companies Inc. (NYSE: IPG), Lamar Advertising Co. (NASDAQ: LAMR), News Corp (NASDAQ: NWSA), and Cumulus Media Inc. (NASDAQ: CMLS). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register

--

Omnicom  Group  Inc.  Analyst  Notes

On March 19, 2014, Omnicom Group Inc. (Omnicom) reported that its advertising network, TBWA Worldwide, has acquired a majority share in Mood, a Brazilian advertising agency headed by Augusto Cruz Neto. According to the Company, Cruz Neto will continue to hold a significant minority share in the company and will also continue in the role of President for Mood. Omnicom stated that the advertising agency will keep its original name, clients and team. Commenting on the acquisition, James Fenton, CFO of TBWA Americas, remarked, "Mood is an agency I've admired since first being introduced to them several years ago, and I'm excited that they are now part of the TBWA Network. They are an impressive agency with an outstanding creative team and expertise in a broad range of disciplines, taking a truly integrated approach. We see this as a strategic move to continue expanding the capabilities of the TBWA Brazil Group in the fast-moving Brazilian market. Mood's culture of innovation and depth of talent will strengthen our business capabilities, not only in Brazil, but around the TBWA Worldwide network." The full analyst notes on Omnicom Group Inc. are available to download free of charge at:

http://www.AnalystsReview.com/03252014/OMC/report.pdf

--

Interpublic  Group  of  Companies  Inc.  Analyst  Notes

On March 20, 2014, stock of Interpublic Group of Companies Inc. (Interpublic) gained 0.23% to close at $17.15. Interpublic's shares were up 0.76% over the past month of trading, compared to the S&P 500 which gained 1.75% during the same period. The full analyst notes on Interpublic Group of Companies Inc. are available to download free of charge at:

http://www.AnalystsReview.com/03252014/IPG/report.pdf

--

Lamar  Advertising  Co.  Analyst  Notes

On March 18, 2014, Lamar Advertising Co. (Lamar) reported that according to the data released by Outdoor Advertising Association of America (OAAA), total out-of-home advertising revenues increased in Q4 2013 and full year 2013. Lamar stated that revenues went up 3.5% YoY in Q4 2013, while full-year 2013 revenues jumped 4.2% YoY to $6.9 billion. The Company added that biggest categories in terms of percent growth last year included: restaurants, up 11%; insurance and real estate, up 9%; schools, camps and seminars, up 8%; miscellaneous services and amusements, up 6%; and retail, up 5%. Stephen Freitas, OAAA Chief Marketing Officer, stated, "The continuous expansion of digital platforms across OOH formats further enhances the ways in which OOH efficiently delivers the advertisers' message to the consumer in today's increasingly fragmented media environment." Lamar added that PQ Media has forecasted that Digital out-of-home (DOOH) exposure is projected to increase at a compound annual growth rate of 8.6% in coming years, reaching 20 minutes per week in 2017. The full analyst notes on Lamar Advertising Co. are available to download free of charge at:

http://www.AnalystsReview.com/03252014/LAMR/report.pdf

--

News  Corp  Analyst  Notes

On March 20, 2014, News Corp's shares closed at $17.51, down 0.23%. New Corp' shares gained 0.69% during the past three trading sessions, while the Nasdaq Composite inched up 0.92% during the same period. The full analyst notes on News Corp are available to download free of charge at:

http://www.AnalystsReview.com/03252014/NWSA/report.pdf

--

Cumulus  Media  Inc.  Analyst  Notes

On March 20, 2014, Cumulus Media Inc.'s (Cumulus) stock gained 2.47% to close at $6.23. Over the past five-day trading sessions, Cumulus' shares plunged 0.8%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.38% during the same period. The full analyst notes on Cumulus Media Inc. are available to download free of charge at:

http://www.AnalystsReview.com/03252014/CMLS/report.pdf

--

About  Analysts  Review
We provide our members with a simple and reliable way to leverage our economy of scale. Most investors do not have time to track all publicly traded companies, much less perform an in-depth review and analysis of the complexities contained in each situation. That's where Analysts Review comes in. We provide a single unified platform for investors' to hear about what matters. Situation alerts, moving events, and upcoming opportunities.

--

=============

EDITOR  NOTES:

• This is not company news. We are an independent source and our views do not reflect the companies mentioned.
• Information in this release is fact checked and produced on a best efforts basis and reviewed by Nidhi Vatsal, a CFA charterholder. However, we are only human and are prone to make mistakes. If you notice any errors or omissions, please notify us below.
• This information is submitted as a net-positive to companies mentioned, to increase awareness for mentioned companies to our subscriber base and the investing public.
• If you wish to have your company covered in more detail by our team, or wish to learn more about our services, please contact us at pubco [at] AnalystsReview.com.
• For  any  urgent  concerns  or  inquiries, please contact us at compliance [at] AnalystsReview.com.
• Are you a public company? Would you like to see similar coverage on your company? Send us a full investors' package to research [at] AnalystsReview.com for consideration.

COMPLIANCE  PROCEDURE

Content is researched, written and reviewed on a best-effort basis. This document, article or report is prepared and authored by Analysts Review. An outsourced research services provider represented by Nidhi Vatsal, CFA, has only reviewed the information provided by Analysts Review in this article or report according to the Procedures outlined by Analysts Review. Analysts Review is not entitled to veto or interfere in the application of such procedures by the outsourced provider to the articles, documents or reports, as the case may be.

NOT  FINANCIAL  ADVICE

Analysts Review makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness or fitness for a purpose (investment or otherwise), of the information provided in this document. This information is not to be construed as personal financial advice. Readers are encouraged to consult their personal financial advisor before making any decisions to buy, sell or hold any securities mentioned herein.

NO  WARRANTY  OR  LIABILITY  ASSUMED

Analysts Review is not responsible for any error which may be occasioned at the time of printing of this document or any error, mistake or shortcoming. No liability is accepted by Analysts Review whatsoever for any direct, indirect or consequential loss arising from the use of this document. Analysts Review expressly disclaims any fiduciary responsibility or liability for any consequences, financial or otherwise arising from any reliance placed on the information in this document. Analysts Review does not (1) guarantee the accuracy, timeliness, completeness or correct sequencing of the information, or (2) warrant any results from use of the information. The included information is subject to change without notice.

CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.

SOURCE Analysts Review