Among the earnings stories for Thursday, May 8, from AP Financial News:
COVINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- Omnicare Inc., which dispenses drugs to nursing homes and other long-term care facilities, said Thursday its first-quarter profit fell year-over-year due to increased enrollment in Medicare Part D prescription benefit programs, but results widely beat Wall Street expectations.
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) -- Vestas Wind Systems A/S, the world's biggest maker of wind-powered turbines, Thursday said its first-quarter profit rose 94 percent, mainly thanks to higher prices and more efficient operations.
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Radio station operator Citadel Broadcasting Corp. said Thursday it swung to a first-quarter loss from year-ago profit due to charges, but shares surged as the company said it expects costs to decline for the rest of the year.
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. (AP) -- Technology outsourcing company Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc. said Thursday it is raising its 2008 profit outlook on strong sales.
HOUSTON (AP) -- Oil and gas producer Plains Exploration & Production Co. said late Wednesday its first-quarter profit rose as a result of recent acquisitions and higher commodity prices.
