Stockpickr Lists: Dawson Geophysical Soaring

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52-Week Highs: Dawson Geophysical(DWSN Quote) soared 23% to a 52-week high after the company reported outstanding third-quarter earnings. Profits rose to $7.6 million, or 98 cents a share, compared with last year's 56 cents a share. The company, which collects seismic data for oil and gas companies, also reported $68.6 million in revenue, beating Thomson Financial's estimate of $56.9 million. Shares closed higher by $12.99 to $67.60.

Biggest % Gainers: American Home Mortgage(AHM Quote) soared 42.3%, recouping some of the losses from Tuesday's 90% nosedive following its announcement it was considering liquidating its assets after being beset by margin calls. Shares added 44 cents Wednesday, climbing to $1.48. ...