Analogic (NSDQ:ALOG) said it plans to lay off 140 workers worldwide as it integrates Canadian medical device company Ultrasonix Medical and shutters plants in Colorado and Vancouver.
Hologic (NSDQ:HOLX) shares hit a 52-week high yesterday on news that mammography using 3D technology significantly improved diagnostic accuracy.
HOLX shares reached their highest level since May 2011 yesterday, peaking at $23.22 apiece before closing at $22.36, up 7.0% on the day. Shares were trading at $22.39 as of about 12:50 p.m. today.