Outlook roundup: PF Chang's, O'Reilly Auto
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Associated Press
July 23, 2008
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Among the earnings projection stories for Wednesday, July 23, from AP Financial News:
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) _ P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., which operates Asian-themed restaurants, on Wednesday lifted its yearly profit outlook after reporting second-quarter earnings that topped Wall Street expectations.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) _ Auto parts retailer O'Reilly Automotive Inc. on Wednesday guided for full-year profit below Wall Street expectations, citing charges related to its acquisition of CSK Auto Corp.
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. (AP) _ Air Products & Chemicals Inc., a specialty gas maker, on Wednesday guided for fiscal fourth-quarter income above Wall Street estimates.
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) _ Toy maker Jakks Pacific Inc. on Wednesday lowered its fiscal 2008 earnings guidance, due mainly to rising raw material and other costs.