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Tyler Technologies Jumps 10% On $670 Mil Software Buy

Tyler Technologies (TYL) stock jumped more than 11% at one point Thursday to an all-time high as investors applauded the tech service company’s plan to acquire a privately held software firm for $670 million in cash and shares. Tyler shares jumped as high as 166 intraday and closed up 10.1% at 164.39. Tyler’s stock has been a top performer among those in the tech service field, competing with the likes of Cognizant (CTSH), Accenture (ACN), Unisys

Luxoft Attacks Vertical Markets, But Under The Radar

Swiss tech service provider Luxoft has been a top performer in its sector, with its international and vertical-market approach. Luxoft (LXFT) has a highest-possible IBD Composite Rating of 99, a rating that its groupmate Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTSH) shares. IBD’s tech services group, which also includes Accenture (ACN) and Infosys (INFY), ranks No. 23 out of 197. Luxoft’s focus is vertical, developing software tailored for customers in

Accenture Attempts Recovery With Hand From Feds

Accenture (ACN) stock perked before declining with the broader market Wednesday, as the technology consultant won an extension on a critical contract with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to oversee more than $80 billion in agency grants and funds and modernize its various financial systems. After a 2.8% lift Tuesday to 97.12, Accenture rose as high as 97.85 early in the stock market today, then notched a 1.7% decline by the closing bell as the