Consumer Sentiment Dips, Markets Open Lower

A dip in consumer sentiment weighed down the markets to a lower open with the Dow slipping 12 points to 10,599. Nasdaq lost 8 points to 2360.

On the upside

Potash (NYSE: POT) raised its first quarter earnings outlook as demand surged.

Fourth quarter earnings for Aeropostale (NYSE: ARO) climbed to top analyst estimates prompting upgrades.

Cliffs Natural Resources (NYSE: CLF) announced a May 14, 2010 redemption date for rights accompanying outstanding stock under the company's Shareholder Rights Plan.

On the downside

Pacific Sunwear (Nasdaq: PSUN) widened fourth quarter losses as sales dropped.

Cytori (Nasdaq: CYTX) blamed increased costs widening fourth quarter losses more than expected.

CF Industries (NYSE: CF) will pay approximately $4.7 billion to acquire Terra Industries (NYSE: TRA).

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