Stocks Hitting 52-Week Highs

Lifepoint Hospitals LPNT shares reached a new 52-week high of $69.67 after the company reported a rise in its second-quarter earnings and raised its forecast for the year. Baidu BIDU shares jumped 7.90% to touch a new 52-week high of $220.40 after the company reported a 34% rise in its quarterly profit. Moody's MCO shares touched a new 52-week high of $92.99 after the company reported upbeat second-quarter results and lifted its full-year revenue forecast. LyondellBasell Industries NV LYB shares rose 4.51% to touch a new 52-week high of $107.04 after the company reported upbeat earnings for the second quarter.