On the whole, Boeing posted better-than-expected numbers in Q2 on strong core operating performance and, as a result, has also raised earnings per share outlook for 2012.

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Last quarter, Altria posted impressive earnings with solid operating margins and retail market share growth with strong performance of its premium brands, especially Marlboro.

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The strong year-over-year performance was primarily driven by robust growth in revenues and operating margin.

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"Despite the difficult business environment due to the economic slowdown in developed markets, Samsung achieved a solid performance and recovered its double-digit operating profit margin in the quarter, driven by strong sales of our smartphones, " said Robert Yi, Vice President and Head of Investor Relations.

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